Welcome to the Southern
Part of India. The delightful south; almost untouched by invasions
throughout its history, the Indian heritage is more intact here than in other
regions of the country. This is a land of temples, a land of the devout where
new wonders await - the profusion of orange flowers, the shade of the banyan
tree, and the soft beat of distant drums as yet another festival starts...
A Myriad of Temples.
Southern India covers states like Tamil Nadu, Karnataka, Kerala, Andhra Pradesh.
Kerala is most popular among Travelers for Eco-tourism, Backwaters & Ayurveda/
Rejuvenation Tours. Tamilnadu is popular because of temples & cultural tourism.
South India Tour Options
South India Tour
Duration : 13 Nights / 14 Days
Places to See: Trivandrum - Kovalam - Alleppey - Thekkady - Munnar - Cochin
- Ooty - Mysore - Bangalore
Day 01: Arrive Trivandrum - Kovalam
Arrive Trivandrum. Upon arrival pickup from airport and drop to Kovalam.
Upon arrival checkin at hotel. Overnight stay at hotel. Kovalam: This enchanting
strip of golden sands is laced with the rich greenery of coconut palms. A
former fishing village, Kovalam is just 16 kms away from Trivandrum.
Day 02: Kovalam
Breakfast at hotel. Day at leisure. Laze around the beaches of Kovalam.
Overnight stay at hotel.
Day 03: Kovalam - Alleppey ( 160 Kms / 3-4 Hrs)
Breakfast at hotel. Drive to Alleppey- situated in south of Cochin, is
the centre for backwater cruises in Kerala. It has a large network of canals
which passes through the town, provices its lifeline & has a long sandy
beach. It is also the centre of the famous coir products of Kerala. Arrive
and board House boat. Cruise through the backwaters of Kerala. O/night House
boat.
Day 04: Alleppey - Thekkady ( 110 Kms / 2-3 Hrs)
Morning breakfast at hotel followed by drive to Thekkady. On arrival checkin
at hotel. Afternoon visit to Periyar wildlife. Overnight stay at hotel.
Day 05: Thekkady - Munnar ( 160 Kms / 3-4 Hrs)
Morning breakfast at hotel. Drive to Munnar. On arrival checkin at hotel.
Overnight stay at hotel.
Day 06: Munnar
Morning breakfast at hotel. Plan you own day, see the scenic beauty of
Munnar.
Overnight stay at hotel.
Day 07: Munnar - Cochin ( 153 Kms / 3-4 Hrs)
Breakfast at hotel followed by drive to Cochin- with its wealth of historical
associations ans its setting on a cluster of islands and narrow peninsulas,
the city of Cochin perfectly reflects the eclecticism of Kerala.
Upon arrival checkin at hotel. Overnight stay at hotel.
Day 08: Cochin
Breakfast at hotel. Depart for half day sightseeing visiting Synagogue,
Dutch Palace & St. Francis Church, Jewish Synagogue.The Synagogue is next
to the Mattancherry Palace. It is possible to see the Great Scrolls of the
Old Testament and the copper plates on which privileges were granted to the
Jewish community by the Kochi rulers.
Afternoon free. Overnight stay at hotel.
Day 09: Cochin - Ooty (280 Kms / 7-8 Hrs)
Breakfast at hotel followed by drive to Ooty. Upon arrival checkin at
hotel. Overnight stay at hotel.
Ooty: The 'Queen of southern hill resorts', is a hill station situated at
a height of 7349 feet above sea level in the Nilgiri mountain ranges in Tamil
Nadu. Also known as Udhagamandalam, it is known for its salubrious climate
and scenic beauty, with breathtaking views of tea-plantations and undisturbed
grassy meadows.
Day 10: Ooty
Breakfast at hotel. Day free to explore Ooty on your own. Visit the Tea
plantations and cherish the scenic beauty of Ooty "The Queen of southern
hill resorts". Overnight stay at hotel.
Day 11: Ooty - Mysore ( 159 Kms / 4-5 Hrs)
Breakfast at hotel followed by drive to Mysore. Upon arrival checkin
at hotel. Afternoon depart for half-day city tour, visit the Maharaja's Palace,
the lush Brindavan Gardens with its dancing fountains built on the terraces
of Krishnarajasagar Dam, St.Philomena's Church built in an imposing Gothic
style, the Jaganmohan Palace which was converted into an art gallery in 1875
and the Chamundi Hills. Mysore: Also called the city of Palaces, Mysore combines
traditional grandeur with modernity and emerges as one of the most beautiful
and best planned cities in India.
Day 12: Mysore - Bangalore ( 140 Kms / 3-4 Hrs)
Breakfast at hotel followed by drive to Bangalore. Upon arrival checkin
at hotel. Overnight stay at hotel.
Bangalore: This bustling capital city of Karnataka has a perpetual holiday
atmosphere. It is multifaceted: modern marvels, historical monuments, bustling
shopping plazas, a golf course and a race course. A trip here can be truly
delightful. Bangalore is known as the city of draught beer. It is also known
as the 'garden city' and the 'silicon valley' of India since it is the 'IT'
capital of India.
Day 13: Bangalore
Breakfast at hotel. AM depart for half-day city tour. Overnight stay
at hotel.
Day 14: Depart Bangalore
Breakfast at hotel. Checkout hotel at 1200 hrs followed by intime transfer
to airport to connect flight to onward destination.
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