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India tour:
Ancient Kingdoms of the Maharajas
A journey through royal cities, Kerala’s backwaters, coastal Kovalam, and the temples of southern India.
Delhi · Agra · Jaipur · Udaipur · Mumbai · Kochi · Alleppey · Kovalam · Madurai · Chennai
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Picture your India journey
Follow your journey in itinerary order, through the cities, landmarks and landscapes along your route. Select any photograph for a closer look.
Destination photography. Day numbers follow the published itinerary; seasonal conditions and views may vary. Photos illustrate the destinations and do not add activities to the tour.
Photo credits
- Delhi · Humayun’s Tomb in golden light — “Humayun's tomb at sunset, beautifully lit” by Anshuman Debashis · Unsplash License
- Agra · Taj Mahal at sunrise — “reflections of white mosque on water” by Shan Elahi · Unsplash License
- Fatehpur Sikri · the royal pavilions — “People walking in the courtyard of the Diwan-i-Khas at Fatehpur Sikri in India” by Ashwini Chaudhary(Monty) · Unsplash License
- Jaipur · Amber Fort — “20191219 Fort Amber, Amer, Jaipur 0955 9481.jpg” by Jakub Hałun · CC BY-SA 4.0
- Jaipur · the pink facade of Hawa Mahal — “Hawa Mahal, India” by Annie Spratt · Unsplash License
- Udaipur · City Palace on Lake Pichola — “The City Palace on the banks of Lake Pichola in Udaipur at golden hour” by Maitree Patel · Unsplash License
- Mumbai · the Gateway of India — “Mumbai · the Gateway of India” by Sarang Pande · Unsplash License
- Kochi · Chinese fishing nets at sunset — “a row of fishing nets sitting on top of a body of water” by Rishi Sreekar · Unsplash License
- Alleppey · houseboats on the backwaters — “brown wooden boat on water during daytime” by Abhishek Prasad · Unsplash License
- Kovalam · lighthouse and palm-lined coast — “a light house sitting on top of a small island” by Vivek Vg · Unsplash License
- Cape Comorin · sunrise at Kanyakumari — “Cape Comorin · sunrise at Kanyakumari” by Raimond Klavins · Unsplash License
- Madurai · Meenakshi Temple — “a tall tower with a statue on top of it” by Priya Singh · Unsplash License
- Chennai · Napier Bridge and the coast — “A bridge spans a dark body of water.” by Abdullah Azeez · Unsplash License
- Kanchipuram · Ekambaranathar Temple — “a very tall building with a very tall tower” by Vishwanth Pindiboina · Unsplash License
- Mahabalipuram · Shore Temple at sunrise — “Mahabalipuram · Shore Temple at sunrise” by Prasanna Venkatesh Krishnamoorthy · Unsplash License
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DAY BY DAY
Your India itinerary
Based on the published 2026 brochure. Activities and routing are subject to VIPTrips confirmation.
Day 1: Delhi
Arrive in Delhi and transfer to your hotel.
Day 2: Delhi
Visit Old and New Delhi, including Chandni Chowk market, Jama Masjid, Qutub Minar, and Humayun’s Tomb.
Day 3: Delhi → Agra
Morning drive to Agra and a visit to Agra Fort, built by Emperor Akbar.
Day 4: Agra → Jaipur
Morning tonga ride to the gates of the Taj Mahal. Drive to Jaipur, visiting Fatehpur Sikri en route.
Day 5: Jaipur
Visit Amber Fort; the brochure describes an elephant-back approach. Afternoon city tour and a stop at Hawa Mahal, the Palace of Winds.
Day 6: Jaipur → Udaipur
Morning flight to Udaipur and an afternoon boat ride on Lake Pichola.
Day 7: Udaipur
Morning city tour, followed by the Crystal Gallery at Fateh Prakash Palace in the afternoon.
Day 8: Udaipur → Mumbai
Morning flight to Mumbai and an afternoon city tour. Confirm the arrival transfer: the brochure’s transfer wording is unclear.
Day 9: Mumbai → Kochi
Excursion to Elephanta Caves, then an afternoon airport transfer for your flight to Kochi.
Day 10: Kochi
Morning city tour and an evening Kathakali dance show, with a chance to see performers apply their makeup.
Day 11: Kochi → Alleppey
Cruise the backwaters on a traditional houseboat, with freshly cooked food and an overnight stay aboard.
Day 12: Alleppey → Kovalam
Disembark the houseboat and drive to Kovalam. Remainder of the day at leisure.
Day 13: Kovalam
Free day to enjoy the beach and Ayurvedic facilities. Confirm any treatment charges separately.
Day 14: Kovalam → Madurai
Drive to Madurai via Cape Comorin.
Day 15: Madurai
Visit Meenakshi Temple, Tirumalai Nayaka Palace, and Tirupparankundram rock temple. Return to Meenakshi Temple for the evening Aarti ceremony.
Day 16: Madurai → Chennai
Morning flight to Chennai, followed by an afternoon city tour.
Day 17: Chennai
Morning visit to Kanchipuram, known for its sacred sites and silk. Afternoon visit to the rock-cut monuments of Mahabalipuram.
Day 18: Chennai
Transfer to the airport for your flight home.
YOUR PACKAGE
What’s included
Accommodation
4-star deluxe accommodation. The brochure lists 17 nights and includes an overnight houseboat stay.
Meals
Daily breakfast and meals mentioned in the itinerary, including freshly cooked food aboard the houseboat.
Included
- 17 nights as listed in the brochure, including the itinerary’s houseboat overnight
- Daily breakfast and meals mentioned in the itinerary
- Excursions and transfers described in the itinerary with local English-speaking guides
- Entrance fees and luggage handling
- Hotel taxes and service charges
Not included
- International flights and airport taxes
- Personal expenses
- Hotel extras
- Optional extensions
Additional airfare
The brochure quotes US$940 per person, plus airport taxes and fees, for the domestic-flight routing printed as JAI/UDR/BOB/COK and IXM/MAA. Confirm the flight routing with VIPTrips; fares are additional and subject to change.
PLAN YOUR TRIP
Published India tour rates
Published rates through December 2026. Prices are per person; the room basis is shown below. Availability and final prices require confirmation.
| Room basis | Per person |
|---|---|
| Double room | $5,899 |
| Single room | $7,199 |
Booking conditions
VIPTrips general conditions apply. Extension programs are available on request. Full cancellation, deposit, and refund terms are not detailed in this brochure; request them before confirming.
TRAVEL DATES
Published 2026 departures
These are the brochure’s dates, including earlier departures, and do not indicate live availability. Contact VIPTrips for upcoming dates and confirm the exact itinerary length before making travel arrangements.
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