The sunset cruise on Kochi Harbour provides a tranquil escape from the bustling metropolitan areas and one can admire exquisite seaside views of Fort Kochi, Bolgatty Island, Willingdon Island, the Kochi shipyard and the structurally impressive Chinese fishing nets. End your tour by viewing the sun sinking into the horizon – a mesmerizing experience!
Electronics City is the center of the Silicon Valley of India and IT Park - Bangalore is home to numerous IT Tech parks that house global and regional players in the Information Technology product and services industry.
Some of these include : Electronics City Phase I & II, ITPL, EPIP, Embassy Golf Links Domlur, Bagmane Tech Park, Manyata Tech Park, Global Village Tech Park, ITC Infotech Park, Kalyani Magnum Tech Park, RMZ Ecospace Tech Park, Prestige Tech Park, Salarpuria Tech Park, Brigade Tech Park, Vrindavan Tech park, RMZ Ecoworld and Whitefield RMZ Centennial. In this tour you shall drive-past the IT companies and witness the impressive designs of the buildings and offices.
DAY 01: Pick-up from respective hotel and drive to Jaipur. Afternoon, proceed with tour of Jaipur city visiting The City Palace Museum - the former Royal residence, part of it converted into a museum. One of the major attractions in the museum is the portion known as Armoury Museum housing an impressive array of weaponry-pistols, blunderbusses, flintlocks, swords, rifles and daggers.
Drive past Hawa Mahal - most famous landmark of Jaipur is not actually a palace but a series of sandstone screens. End your day by visiting the Observatory - built by Sawai Jai Singh, the founder of five observatories in India including this one, was a great admirer of developments in science and technology.
DAY 02: After breakfast, proceed for the visit to Amber Fort - One of the finest examples of Rajput architecture; it was the ancient capital of Jaipur. The original palace was built by Raja Man Singh and additions were made later by Sawai Jai Singh. Within the palace are the Diwan-e-Aam or the ''Hall of Public Audience'', the Diwan-e-Khas or the ''Hall of Private Audience'' and the Sukh Niwas, the private chambers of the queens with windows having latticed screens so that the ladies could watch the proceedings of the royal court in privacy.
There is also the Jai Mandir or the ''Temple of Victory'', with its famed Sheesh Mahal, the ''Hall of Mirrors''. After the tour, you shall be driven back to Delhi. Upon arrival in Delhi, transfer to your hotel of stay.
Cruza la Puerta de la India, Visita un templo jain, conoce de primera mano la ''verdadera'' tradición de Bombay, pasea por los ajetreados mercados y mucho más con esta excursión de medio día por Bombay. Verás partes de la ciudad que muy pocos Visitantes llegan a conocer y podrás hacerte una idea de cómo es el día a día de los millones de residentes de esta bulliciosa metrópoli.
La Puerta de la India es el símbolo por excelencia de la ciudad, que puede ser vista por todos aquellos que llegan por mar. Este gran arco de basalto amarillo de veintiséis metros de alto se construyó frente al mar para conmemorar la Visita del rey Jorge V en 1911. Posee además otro significado simbólico, ya que las últimas tropas de la colonia británica marcharon a través de ella para abandonar la India. Conduciremos por delante de la Afghan Church (la iglesia afgana), la Secretaría de gobierno de Maharashtra y bordearemos la costa por el Marine Drive, conocido popularmente como 'Queen's Necklace', el collar de la reina.
Tendrás ocasión de Visitar un hermoso templo jain y los Hanging Gardens, los impresionantes jardines colgantes, desde donde disfrutarás de unas vistas espectaculares de toda la ciudad, Chowpatty, Kamala Nehru Park, el Museo del Príncipe de Gales y Mani Bhavan, donde se alojaba Gandhi durante sus Visitas a Bombay. Contempla la pintoresca mezquita Haji Ali, situada en una isla a quinientos metros de la costa y conectada a tierra firme por una carretera.
Haremos una parada en el Dhobi Ghat, donde frotan, sacuden, tiñen y tienden la colada de Bombay. Observa el tren local cargado de pasajeros ''tendidos como la ropa''. Continúa por las coloridas callejuelas del mercado y la fuente Flora en el corazón de la ciudad.
Ponmudi situated 65 km from Trivandrum. Enjoy the drive through the narrow, winding roads in the cool, green rain forests. Ponmudi is located 3020ft above sea level and the final drive to the peak is along tea plantations. Enjoy the cool salubrious climate and the spectacular view from the peak. In this tour you shall be driven to Mankayam. From there proceed to Brimore for trek to Ponmudi and back.
Sanganer is well known for the handmade paper industry and the Jain temples. The prints manufactured at Sanganer are also extremely popular and are unique in design. Floral, bold and block prints with bright patterns on a white background are the typical USPs of this settlement.
At present, there are about 10 paper industries in Sanganer and countless Jain temples. One of the most prominent Jain temples here is the 'Shri Digambar Jain Temple' that resembles the Dilwara Temple structure at Mount Abu. The sky-high structure, complete with an ornate inner chamber, 'shikhars' (spires), intricate designs and a Parshwanath shrine protected by 7 serpent hoods, are the highlights of this temple.
Sankotra family was associated with the royal family of Jaipur. Their Haveli was built in 17th Century when the Jaipur Town was founded and was given to Sankotra Family in 1724 vikram samvat. It has its own specialties live being very close to Sanganeri Gate the main entrance to Johari Bazar,City Place etc. It is a popularly known as “Kanch Ka Darwaja” become of beautifully glass work inside and it is one of the oldest Haveli of Jaipur City.
Haveli is still official residence of the Sankotra Family since 8 generations. The guests here are informed about the past and present about the Sankotra family and all welcome to participate in cooking or discussion with the family.
Ranakpur is one of the five most important Jain pilgrimage sites of India. The Jain temples in this town are dedicated to Lord Adinath, who was the first Jain Tirthankara. The most popular of the Jain temples present in the place includes the Chaumukha Temple.
These temples are 500 years old, but are still in good condition and are well preserved. The complex of this temple comprises four subsidiary shrines, along with 29 pillared halls and 80 domes that are supported by 1444 pillars, all intricately carved. The carvings on these pillars are present at a height of 45 ft and include pictures of nymphs playing flute and in various dance postures
Full day excursion to Sravanabelagola, Belur and Halebid. At Sravanabelagola, hewn out of a single rock and visible from a distance of 25 Kms, is the statue of Lord Gomteshwara which is bathed with milk and honey once every 12 years. The Channekeshava temple of Belur built 900 years ago is an exquisite example of Hoysala art. Halebid's 12th century Hoysaleswara and Kedareswara temples are masterpieces of Hindu art with elaborate and ornate carving of deites and scenes from the epics.
This offers a great glimpse into Goa's colonial and religious gems, with the focus falling on its time as a Portuguese colony. You'll start at Margao, the state's bustling commercial capital, with time to explore its market and snap up souvenirs and photos of its colourful stalls. Your last and perhaps most interesting port of call is the Palacio do Deao in Quepem. Facing the Kushavati River, this 200-year old house is a superb blend of Hindu and Portuguese architecture. Enjoy a guided tour of its airy, colonial interiors and exquisite gardens, before having lunch in its restaurant and heading home.