Arrive in India, for your Rejuvenation in India Tour

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• Arrive Delhi
• Welcome at airport
• Transfer to hotel

Discover the first city of your Rejuvenation in India Tour, pacing through Delhi, the city which is as historic as modern, like 2 sides of the same coin!

AM: Sightseeing tour of Old Delhi, includes a visit to

• Jama Masjid, the largest mosque in India
• Chandini Chowk, ‘silver street’, one of the largest trading centres of India
• Drive past Red Fort, the place that marked the announcement of India’s freedom from the British Raj
• Raj Ghat, cremation site of Mahatma Gandhi

PM: Sightseeing tour of New Delhi, includes a visit to

• Qutab Minar, a fine example of Indo-Islamic architecture and the worlds tallest minaret
• Gurudwara Bangla Sahib, the largest Sikh temple of Delhi, with a gold tomb, still in active worship
• Photo stop at India Gate, the war memorial arch built in honour of the soldiers who died in the second world war
• Drive past President's House, Parliament House and other Government Secretariat Buildings, the most imposing features of Lutyen’s Delhi
• Enjoy a relaxing massage at the in-house spa at your hotel.

Visit the spiritual hubs of Rishikesh and Haridwar, on your Rejuvenation in India Tour

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• After breakfast, drive to Rishikesh enroute visiting Haridwar.
• Enjoy a brief tour of Haridwar along with the beautiful evening aarti ceremony (rituals and prayers) along the ghats of River Ganges.

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• Continue drive to Rishikesh and check in to your hotel for overnight stay.

Explore the spiritualism of Rishikesh, on your Rejuvenation in India Tour.

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• Start your morning with a yoga class amidst the serenity of Rishikesh.

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• The peace and tranquillity of a land associated with ‘rishi-munis’ (sages and holy men) and meditation, today, Rishikesh has become a centre for learning and research in yoga and meditation – the renowned Indian methods for wellbeing.
• Visit some of the popular yoga and Ayurveda centres of Rishikesh
• Enjoy a relaxing Spa or Ayurveda treatment at your hotel.

Drive to modern India, on your Rejuvenation in India Tour

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• Start your morning with a yoga class amidst the serenity of Rishikesh.
• Drive to Gurgaon, the latest cosmopolitan township in the National Capital Region of India. Upon arrival at Gurgaon, check in at your hotel.

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• This evening you have the option to visit some of India’s latest urban malls and see the influence of western world on India’s traditional culture – a striking contrast to the rest of your tour!
• Alternatively, you may choose to unwind at your hotel and relax with a massage treatment offered by your hotels in-house spa.

Proceed to the palatial beauty of your Rejuvenation in India Tour, with a visit to Jaipur in Rajasthan

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• Start your day with an exhilarating yoga session at your hotel in Gurgaon.
• Drive to Jaipur, check in at your hotel and freshen up.

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• Enjoy a heritage walk in the old city of Jaipur, seeing life along the small alleys and by-lanes. Interact with the local artisans enamelling jewels with local ‘meenakari’ work, along with goldsmiths and silversmiths of the region
• Visit gems, jewels and carpet weaving factories – watch artisans creating unique masterpieces and enjoy haggling for souvenirs in colourful bazaars of Jaipur

Cherish the splendour of your Rejuvenation in India Tour, with a tour of this princely city of Jaipur, which is built in 9 rectangular sectors symbolising 9 divisions of the universe, as per Indian cosmology

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• Visit the splendid Amber fort, which was built in the 16th century.  An elephant ride (subject to availability) will help you ascend to this hilltop fort. Alternatively, you could choose to walk or drive up to the fort.

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• Photo stop at Hawa Mahal, the palace of winds. This palace consists of long corridors and a decorated facade with its innumerable windows and screened balconies, especially built for the royal women to view processions along the cities main street.
• Visit the City Palace complex, reflecting the architectural exuberance of Jaipur. The complex consists of a variety of museums and a part of the palace is still the royal residence of the Maharaja of Jaipur
• Visit Jantar Mantar, the ancient astronomical observatory
• Evening at leisure for you to relax and unwind at the in-house spa at your hotel

Encounter the historic marvel of your Rejuvenation in India Tour, discovering the Mughal city of Agra, home to the beautiful wonder of the world, the Taj Mahal

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• Drive to Agra, en route enjoying a spectacular view of 7th – 8th century Abhaneri Stepwells
• Stop en route to visit Fatehpur Sikri, the crowning glory of Emperor Akbar's architectural legacy. Built in red sandstone, its numerous palaces, halls, and structures exemplify the creativity of erstwhile Mughal emperors.

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• Optional: watch a fantastic show “Mohabbat the Taj – The saga of love”, staging the largest replica of the Taj Mahal, and presenting the Taj in its various shades and seasons.
• Alternatively, you may choose to unwind at your hotel and relax with a massage treatment offered by your hotels in-house spa.

Enjoy the epitome of your Rejuvenation in India Tour, with a sunrise visit to the Taj Mahal

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• Rise early to experience the awe-inspiring beauty of the eternal symbol of love, the Taj Mahal. Often referred to as a poem in white marble, Taj Mahal displays the saga of love between Emperor Shah Jahan and Mumtaz Mahal.
• Visit Agra fort, which is built in red sandstone and has magnificent palaces, halls of public and private audience and beautiful gardens

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• Visit marble inlay workshops – watch artisans creating magical beauty with marble and indulge in exquisite shopping in this historic city of Agra
• Relax at the in-house spa at your hotel

Embark on your journey to South India, on your Rejuvenation in India Tour

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• Drive to Delhi international airport, to catch your flight to Kochi, the commercial capital and the most cosmopolitan city of Kerala.

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• On arrival in Kochi, check-in at your hotel and freshen up.
• Watch a spectacular Kathakali performance. Kathakali is one of the oldest theatre forms in India. It is a spectacular combination of drama, dance, music and ritual. Characters with vividly painted faces and elaborate costumes re-enact stories from the Hindu epics of Mahabharata and the Ramayana

Discover the city of Kochi, on your Rejuvenation in India Tour

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• Enjoy your first south Indian yoga class, at your hotel in Kochi.
• Spend the morning indulging in some of the finest Ayurveda treatments offered by your hotel. Kerala is the hub of Ayurveda in India, so it is certainly worth experiencing Ayurvedic treatments here.

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• Enjoy a sightseeing tour of Kochi, visiting the Dutch Palace, Jewish Synagogue, Fort Cochin, St. Francis Church and Chinese fishing nets.

Embark on a scenic hill drive on your Rejuvenation in India Tour, with a drive to Munnar.

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• This morning, embark on your drive to Munnar, navigating your way through the lush green countryside, cheerful people, and small towns and villages en-route. Under the British Raj, Munnar was popularly called ‘Switzerland of India' for its natural surroundings and cool climate. The entire area is occupied by thick forests and tea estates. The specialty of Munnar is jungle honey, tea and a rare flower ‘Neela Kurunji’ which blooms once in 12 years.

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• This afternoon, visit a local tea plantation and the Tata Tea Museum to learn about the cultivation and processing of a variety of Indian teas.
• Spend the evening relaxing in the serenity of Munnar and inhaling the fresh breeze of the mountains

Enjoy a scenic drive on your Rejuvenation in India Tour, with a drive to Periyar

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• Enjoy a scenic drive to Periyar, through the mountains and lush green countryside of Kerala.
• On arrival in Periyar, check in at your hotel and freshen up

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• Enjoy a spice plantation tour and learn about the mystery and history of Indian spices. You also get the opportunity to shop for fragrant spices at a local market.
• This evening, visit the Periyar Wildlife sanctuary, one of the finest elephant reserves of south India. Take a boat cruise on the serene Lake Periyar, spotting migratory birds and local wildlife around the lake.

Experience the tranquillity of your Rejuvenation in India Tour, visiting Kumarakom, the backwaters paradise of Kerala

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• Drive to Kumarakom, a coastal town in the backwaters of Kerala.
• On arrival, check in at your hotel

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• Enjoy a sunset motor boat cruise along the backwaters of Kumarakom
• Relax amidst the serenity of Kumarakom and enjoy some of the refreshing wellness treatments offered by your resort

Experience the epitome of your Rejuvenation in India Tour, discovering the serene beaches of Kovalam

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• Enjoy your morning yoga class at your hotel in Kumarakom.
• After breakfast, drive to Kovalam, one of the most serene and beautiful beaches of south India.

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• Enjoy an evening at leisure, pampering yourself with the various Ayurveda and Spa treatments offered by your resort in Kovalam.

Experience the rejuvenation marvels of your Rejuvenation in India Tour, relaxing in Kovalam

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• Start your day with your morning yoga ritual at the beach paradise of Kovalam.
• The beautiful beaches of Kovalam are still far from being commercialized or packed with tourists. Today, enjoy a day at leisure to relax and unwind by the tranquil beaches of Kovalam or enjoy the various facilities offered by your hotel

Bid goodbye to India, as you reach the finale of your Rejuvenation in India Tour

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• Start your day with your morning yoga ritual at the beach paradise of Kovalam.
• Later, you will be transferred to Trivandrum airport to catch your flight back home