Accommodation

• Accommodation in below 3 STAR hotel or similar New Delhi Classic Diplomat Jaipur Vimal Heritage Agra Kaner Homestay New Delhi Classic Diplomat Colombo Grand Oriental Habarana Rimika Village Kandy Suisse Hotel Nuwara Eliya Galaxy Grand Hotel Yala Arana Yala Benthota Bentota Village • Check-in Time : Throughout the trip, we request all our hotels prepare rooms in time as per your arrival time, especially if you are reaching the hotel prior to normal check-in time. (In India, normal check-in is at 12:00 hrs, check-out is at 10:00 hrs). This may not be always possible to manage early check-in for you; in that case you won’t be able to check-in immediately on arrival at some hotels. Instead, you can store your luggage and explore the new destination. • Pre/Post Accommodation : If you’ve purchased pre-trip or post-trip accommodation (if available), you may be required to change rooms from your trip accommodation for these extra nights. • Internet : Depending on the areas in which you travel, you may have limited access to the Internet. Hoteliers often charge for the connection (hourly or daily). • The style of accommodation indicated is a guideline. On rare occasions, if the suggested hotels are not available due to high demand, we will book similar alternate hotels for you.

Guide

Local English Speaking proffessional Guides at Delhi, Agra, Jaipur, whereas in Sri Lanka there will be Private english speaking driver guide only

Others

Assistance during arrival and departure One mineral water bottle per person per day All currently applicable taxes including GST 1 Jeep ride National Yala Park

Meals

• Daily Breakfast in the hotel

Transport

All transfers and sightseeing by an air-conditioned vehicle with an English speaking driver. Drivers of our private vehicles are experienced with good knowledge of the road conditions and well trained. The type of vehicles provided are as follows : Passenger Vehicle type • 1-2 persons Air-conditioned medium car such as Swift Dezire or similar • 3-4 persons Air-conditioned large car such as Toyota Innova or similar • 5-10 persons Air-conditioned mini-van such as Tempo Traveler or similar

Not included:

Flights

International flight tickets have to be booked on your own, once you book your international flight tickets, please share with us your schedule so that we can arrange your smooth pick-up and drop off from airport to hotel on your arrival day and hotel to the airport on the departure day. Passports and Visas : All travelers listed on the Participant Information form must be in possession of a valid passport and all relevant visas. It is your responsibility to ensure that you have valid travel documentation, including but not limited to passports and visas, which meet the requirements of immigration and other Government authorities at every destination. If your itinerary includes travel to any other country besides India, please check on visa requirements for each country that you will visit. Any fines, penalties, payments or expenditures incurred as a result of such documents not meeting the requirements of those authorities will be your sole responsibility.

Others

• Any airfare (International or Domestic) • Monument entry fees • Any mandatory Gala Dinner on Christmas and New Year Eve. • Any item of personal nature viz. Laundry • Charges, telephone bills, drinks, shopping, etc • Any items that is not mentioned under Inclusions

Insurance

Travel insurance is not covered in the tour price. You can organize travel insurance with your preferred insurance company. We recommend World Nomads, a company recommended by Lonely Planet.

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Day 1 Day 1: New Delhi Arrival
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 1: New Delhi Arrival

Upon arrival at Delhi International Airport, our representative will meet and greet you and transfer you to the hotel.Delhi:It is a city that has been an idyllic symbol of the magnificent past and thriving present of India. It has never failed to amaze its visitors with its beautiful blend of various nationalities, diverse cultures & traditions, heritage of the bygone eras and its modern lifestyle all rolled into one. Day free at leisure. Overnight stay at hotel in Delhi.
Day 2 Day 2: New Delhi Sightseeing
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 2: New Delhi Sightseeing

After breakfast, proceed with Delhi sightseeing tour with first visit to the Jama Masjid - the largest Mosque in India. Visit Chandni Chowk oldest, biggest bazaar of Old Delhi. Later, walk up to Fatehpuri Masjid and enjoy a rickshaw ride till Red Fort. Here our driver will meet you, drive past Red Fort (a 17th century historical fort in Delhi) and reach Rajghat, a memorial where Mahatma Gandhi was cremated. An eternal flame burns on one side of this memorial. Visit the Humayun Tomb - first garden-style tomb of India. The main highlight of this tomb, inspired by Persian architecture, is the four garden squares with water passage channels surrounding the tomb. Drive past Rashtrapati Bhawan - residence of the President of India and India Gate - an archway built in honor of the soldiers who died in World War I. Visit Qutub Minar built by Qutab-ud-din Aibak in 1193 to mark the beginning of Muslim rule in India. Overnight stay at hotel in Delhi.
Day 3 Day 3: Delhi To Agra (205 Kms/Approx. 4-5 Hrs)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 3: Delhi To Agra (205 Kms/Approx. 4-5 Hrs)

After breakfast, you will head to Agra. Agra: It a beautiful city situated on the banks of river Yamuna that achieved prominence as the capital of the Mughal Emperors from 1526 to 1628. It still remains a popular tourist destination because of its many splendid Mughal-era monuments, most notably the Taj Mahal, Agra Fort & Fatehpur Sikri, all three are UNESCO World Heritage sites.Upon arrival in Agra, check-in at the hotel. After some relaxation, visit the Agra Fort that resembles the magnificent Red Fort in Delhi. The Diwan-i-Aam (Hall of Public Audience), Diwan-i-Khas (Hall of Private Audience ) and the Sheesh Mahal (Palace of Mirrors) are a must-see attractions here. Later in the evening, enjoy the beautiful view of the Taj Mahal - the most extravagant symbol of love, dedication and purity ever that took almost 22 years to build. It is an ivory-white marble monument where rests the mortals of Mughal Emperor Shahjahan (who built Taj Mahal) and his wife (Mumtaz). An interesting fact about this stunning edifice is that it turns pinkish in the morning, milky white in the evening and golden at night as the moonlight falls upon it. Watching sunrise over this iconic monument, is truly a sight to behold. Overnight stay at hotel in Agra.
Day 4 Day 4: Agra - Jaipur (260 Kms /Approx. 5-6 Hrs) Via Fatehpur Sikri
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 4: Agra - Jaipur (260 Kms /Approx. 5-6 Hrs) Via Fatehpur Sikri

Post breakfast and check out, drive to the beautiful city of Jaipur, also known as the Pink City of India. En route visit Fatehpur Sikri, the abandoned city of the Mughal Empire. The city boasts some of the magnificent monuments built during the Mughal Era, which include the Panch Mahal, Buland Darwaza and Dargah of Sheikh Salim Chisti. You have time to explore the corners of Fatehpur Sikri before continuing your way. Continue drive to Jaipur. Upon arrival, check-in at the hotel. Jaipur: Jaipur is a city known as the Pink City of India due to extensive use of pink sandstone in various buildings of the city. Its monuments showcase a myriad of architectural styles and its vibrant bazaars are famous for traditional handicrafts and jewellery. The ambiance of this city speaks volumes of the rich lifestyle of the Rajput Kings. Overnight stay at hotel in Jaipur.
Day 5 Day 5: Jaipur Sightseeing
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 5: Jaipur Sightseeing

After breakfast, head for Jaipur sightseeing. Visit the Amer Fort dating back to 16th century that displays private halls, pavilions, former private chambers of the King and royal Rajput women. The reflection of this fort falling on the Maota Lake, is truly captivating. Enjoy an Elephant ride here. Explore the City Palace consisting of former private and public chambers, silver vessels, courtyards, gateways, private chambers of the King and lot more. Later, head to Jantar Mantar. It is an astronomical observatory that features the Worlds largest Sundial - Samrat Yantra. Visit the Hawa Mahal - a five-storey palace built in 1799 during Rajput rule. It is popularly known for its intricately-designed 953 windows adorned with spectacular latticework. Later, afternoon is kept free to visit the famous Markets of Textiles, Gems, Carpets, and handicrafts. Jaipur is an ideal place for buying souvenirs. Overnight stay at hotel in Jaipur.
Day 6 Day 6: Jaipur To New Delhi (250Km - 5 Hours)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 6: Jaipur To New Delhi (250Km - 5 Hours)

Morning breakfast at the hotel. Later, you will drive to Delhi overnight stay in Delhi
Day 7 Day 7: New Delhi - Colombo By Flight
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 7: New Delhi - Colombo By Flight

After breakfast, you will be transfered to airport. On arrival at the Bandaranaike International airport in Katunayeka, You will be welcomed by the tour driver who will be accompanying you during your round trip and be transferred to your hotel in Colombo.

Dinner & overnight stay in Colombo
Day 8 Day 8: Colombo - Sigiriya - Habarana (196 Km - 4 Hours)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 8: Colombo - Sigiriya - Habarana (196 Km - 4 Hours)

After breakfast leave for Pinnawela, visit Pinnawela Elephants Orphanage, there afterwards proceed to Sigiriya to visit the famous Lion’s Rock Fortress of Sigiriya, This rock fortress was a royal citadel for more than 18 years. In a sheltered cobra hooded cave approached by a spiral stairway are the famous frescos of Sigiriya. The summit of the rock with an area nearly of one hectare is the site of the old palace – the outer wall which was built on the very brink of the precipice. The-

-UNESCO sponsored Central Cultural Fund has restored Sigiriyas’ 5th century water gardens to its former glory and it is a sight to behold. On completion check into the hotel in Habarana, Dinner & overnight stay at in Habarana
Day 9 Day 9: Habarana - Dambulla Matale - Kandy (100 Km - 2 Hours)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 9: Habarana - Dambulla Matale - Kandy (100 Km - 2 Hours)

After breakfast leave for Kandy. En-route visit the Dambulla cave temple. Like Sigiriya, Dambulla is a vast isolated rock mass which houses a rock temple (formerly caves). Most of the walls of this cave temple are covered with frescoes, some which are over 2000 years old and still holds the remnants of their archaic auras, there afterwards proceed to Kandy, also included is visit to a herbal and spice garden in Matale where you will be able to see and learn about the various world renowned spices of Sri Lanka such as cinnamon, pepper and nutmeg. Kandy is an exciting place for shopping with souvenirs made of wood, copper, silver, brass, ebony, bronze then also there are Ceramics, lacquer work, handlooms, batiks, jewelry and rush and reed-ware can also be purchased. In the late afternoon you will do a city tour in Kandy where you’ll visit Sri Dalada Maligawa also known as the Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic The main attraction of Kandy. It is a Buddhist temple in the city of Kandy and is located in the royal palace complex of the former Kingdom of Kandy, which houses the relic of the tooth of Buddha. A place revered by countless number of people around the world. Dinner & overnight stay atHotel in Kandy
Day 10 Day 10: Kandy - Peradeniya - Nuwara Eliya (70Km - 3 Hours)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 10: Kandy - Peradeniya - Nuwara Eliya (70Km - 3 Hours)

After breakfast visit The Royal Botanical Gardens of Peradeniya, it is the finest of its kind in Asia, the largest of the botanical gardens of Sri Lanka. Tough its origin dates back to 1371 it was formally established in 1843. The vegetation of Peradeniya botanical garden is purely tropical and there are around ten thousand plants & trees inclusive of 4000 labeled species, There afterwards leave for Nuwara Eliya, En route visit a tea plantations and a tea factory in Nuwara Eliya, also includes visit to Rambodda water Falls in Rambodda, Late afternoon visit Nuwara Eliya town and the suburbs.

Dinner & overnight stay in Nuwara Eliya
Day 11 Day 11: Nuwara Eliya - Yala (Tissamaharama) (160Km - 4 Hours)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 11: Nuwara Eliya - Yala (Tissamaharama) (160Km - 4 Hours)

After breakfast leave for Tissamaharama. En route visit Rawana Water falls in Ella, there afterwards proceed to Yala/Tissamaharama, You will do a safari at Yala national park in the afternoon. Yala is located in the southeastern corner of the island. Its northern boundaries border the Lahugala elephant sanctuary and it has the added bonus of scenic ocean frontage. The terrain is a varied course of flat plains altering with rocky outcrops. The vegetation ranges from open parklands to dense jungles. Water holes, small lakes, lagoons and streams

provide water for the innumerable inhabitants. There are 215 species of birds, 44 species of mammals, 47 species of reptiles, 18 species of amphibians and 21 species of fresh water fish in Yala national park and you will be able to see many of them roaming in their natural habitats. Dinner & overnight stay at Hotel in Tissamaharama
Day 12 Day 12: Yala (Tissamaharama) - Galle - Kalutara Or Benthota ( 230Km - 4 Hours)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 12: Yala (Tissamaharama) - Galle - Kalutara Or Benthota ( 230Km - 4 Hours)

After breakfast leave for Kalutara, en-route visit Weligama fishing village and Galle city. Galle was an ancient port (said to be the legendary Tarshish of the Bible) and the first international commerce and trade center of ancient Ceylon-

-While in Galle you can visit the Museum and the Old Portuguese made Dutch fortified fort which is a world heritage site and is the last remaining fortress in Asia built by European occupiers. Check in to your hotel in the late afternoon. Dinner & overnight stay at in Beruwala
Day 13 Day 13: Kalutara Or Benthota To Airport (100Km - 2 Hours)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 13: Kalutara Or Benthota To Airport (100Km - 2 Hours)

After breakfast departure transfer to the Sri Lanka Airport

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Itinerary of your trip Incredible India Tour With Sri Lanka - 13 Days

Day 1: New Delhi Arrival

Day 2: New Delhi Sightseeing

Day 3: Delhi To Agra (205 Kms/Approx. 4-5 Hrs)

Day 4: Agra - Jaipur (260 Kms /Approx. 5-6 Hrs) Via Fatehpur Sikri

Day 5: Jaipur Sightseeing

Day 6: Jaipur To New Delhi (250Km - 5 Hours)

Day 7: New Delhi - Colombo By Flight

Day 8: Colombo - Sigiriya - Habarana (196 Km - 4 Hours)

Day 9: Habarana - Dambulla Matale - Kandy (100 Km - 2 Hours)

Day 10: Kandy - Peradeniya - Nuwara Eliya (70Km - 3 Hours)

Day 11: Nuwara Eliya - Yala (Tissamaharama) (160Km - 4 Hours)

Day 12: Yala (Tissamaharama) - Galle - Kalutara Or Benthota ( 230Km - 4 Hours)

Day 13: Kalutara Or Benthota To Airport (100Km - 2 Hours)

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