Enchanting of South India

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Duration: 17 Nights & 18 Days

Destinations: BANGALORE-MYSORE-OOTY-COCHIN-ALLEPPEY-MUNNAR-PERIYAR-MADURAI-TRICHY-PONDICHERRY-CHENNAI

Tour Highlights: Explore the best of South India on this incredible journey through Bangalore, Mysore, Ooty, Cochin, Alleppey, Munnar, Periyar, Madurai, Trichy, Pondicherry, and Chennai. From the royal heritage of Mysore and the scenic hill stations of Ooty and Munnar to the serene backwaters of Alleppey and the vibrant temples of Madurai and Trichy, this tour offers a perfect blend of history, culture, nature, and spirituality. Experience wildlife safaris, colonial charm, pristine beaches, and traditional South Indian flavors, making this an unforgettable travel experience.

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Itinerary

On arrival you will meet our Travel Executive after collecting your luggage & passing customs at arrival hall. Further he will assist you your transfer to hotel. (B)

In the morning you will visit Vidhan Soudha - The legislative House of the State of Karnataka, Bull Temple - carved out of a single granite rock. You will conclude the day by visit to Visvesvaraya Memorial Museum. Afternoon will be free to relax. Overnight stay in Bangalore. (B)

After a scrumptious breakfast depart for Mysore en route visiting Tipu Sultan’s second Palace at Srirangapatna. Arrive Mysore and visit Mysore Palace – the Maharaja’s Palace with its works of art from the world over, see the magnificent crouching Nandi Bull & the Rajendra Art Gallery. Also visit Chamundi Hill to see the panoramic views of the city and in the evening visit Brindavan Gardens, famous for their spectacular musical fountains. Overnight stay in Mysore. (B)

Depart for Ooty, enroute visiting Madumalai Wildlife Sanctuary and spot many species of birds and reptiles while enjoying a safari.  Continue your journey to Ooty & rest of the day is free to relax. Overnight stay in Ooty. (B) 

In the morning you will visit Botanical Garden- the picturesque gardens with over 650 species of plants and trees, including a fossil of a tree, which is believed to be more than 20 million years old. Also, you will visit the Ooty Lake. Afternoon enjoy the famous Toy train ride from Connor to Ooty on historical Nilgiri Mountain railway established in 1899. Overnight stay in Ooty. (B)

You will be driven to Cochin and check in at hotel. Rest of the day is free to relax. Overnight stay in Cochin. (B)

After breakfast, tour Cochin visiting the Jewish Synagogue, Chinese Fishing nets and St. Francis Church. Overnight in Cochin. In the late evening you will witness the Kathakali dance drama. Overnight stay in Cochin. (B)

Today you will depart for Alleppey to board the Rice Houseboat. You will sail through the beautiful backwaters of Kerala. In the afternoon you will be sailing in the canals of the massive lake where you can see people doing their daily ritual. You will explore the riverside villages while enjoying the panoramic scenery. (B)

Today you will disembark the houseboat and drive to Munnar. Rest of the day is free to relax. Overnight stay in Munnar. (B)

In the morning sightseeing tour of Munnar. A short break to enjoy nature at its best. Endless tea plantations, lush green valleys, beautiful mountains, intriguing flora and fauna, evergreen forests, aroma of spices in the air- all these make Munnar a traveler’s heaven of peace. Here, you will experience ultimate tranquility in God's Own Country. Overnight Stay in Munnar. (B)

You will depart for Periyar National Park and check in at hotel. In the afternoon you will be taken to the park for game viewing.  Overnight stay at Periyar. (B)

After breakfast, depart for Madurai and check in at hotel. In the evening, you will witness closing ceremony at the famous Meenkashi Temple. Overnight stay in Madurai. (B)

In the morning half day tour of Madurai, you will visit Meenakshi Temple, Thirumalai Nayak Palace and also visit the bustling market of Madurai outside the Meenakshi Temple. In the afternoon you will visit Vilacheri – Potters’ village in Madurai, where mud becomes God. Overnight stay in Madurai.  (B)

After breakfast, depart for Trichy and check in at hotel. Afternoon tour of Trichy, which will include your visit to Ranganathaswamy Temple and Tiruchirapalli rockfort. Overnight stay in Trichy. (B)

After a delicious breakfast, depart for Pondicherry en route visiting Tanjore and check in at hotel. Overnight stay in Pondicherry. (B)

Morning tour of Pondicherry visiting The Sri Aurobindo Ashram, Light house, Glass house & French Institute. Later depart for Chennai en route visiting Mahaballipuram & Kanchipuram - chosen as one of the heritage cities.  Overnight stay in Chennai. (B)

Today you will be taken on a city tour of Chennai, visiting Fort St. George, San Thome Church and Kapaleeswarar Temple, the biggest temple in Chennai. Afterwards, you will be driven past Marina Beach, the second longest urban beach in the World. Overnight stay in Chennai.

You will be transferred to Chennai International airport in time to connect your onward flight to next destination.

Hotel Costs

CityDeluxeStandardComfort
SummerAU$ 6083AU$ 5152AU$ 4017
WinterAU$ 6606AU$ 5510AU$ 4350
BangaloreITC WindsorThe LalitSt. Marks Hotel
MysoreThe Windflower Resort & SpaThe Windflower Resort & SpaSandesh the Prince
OotySavoy Ooty – IHCLSavoy Ooty – IHCLFortune Resort Sullivan Court
CochinTaj MalabarCrowne PlazaHoliday Inn Cochin
AlleppeyLakes & Lagoon HouseboatLakes & Lagoon HouseboatLakes & Lagoon Houseboat
MunnarWindermere EstateFragrant NatureAbad Copper Castle
PeriyarSpice VillageCardamom CountyAbad Green Forest
MaduraiCourtyard by MaduraiHeritage MaduraiFortune Pandiyan
TrichyCourtyard by MarriottCourtyard by MarriottCourtyard by Marriott
PondicherryPalais De MaheMansion PerumalThe Promenade
ChennaiITC Grand CholaThe Raintree, Anna SalaiHotel Radha Regent

Inclusions

A. HOTEL

· 17 Nights hotel accommodation on Twin/Double sharing basis including all existing taxes.

B. Meals 

·  Daily breakfast (B) as mentioned in the itinerary.

· In Alleppey it would be on Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner basis

C. TRANSPORT

· Meeting and assistance on arrival / departure by our airport representative

· Cost based on air-conditioned transport –AC Crysta Innova (02 pax)

· Transfer from airport to hotel and vice-versa.

· Sightseeing, excursion and Surface travel as per programme

D GUIDE

· English Speaking local guide during the sightseeing as per program.

E: ENTRANCE FEES & VISITS

· Included only for 01 visits

  • Special Activities: Houseboat stay in Alleppey, Kathakali dance performance in Cochin, Toy train ride in Ooty.

Current applicable taxes

Exclusions

1. ITEMS OF PERSONAL NATURE – such as laundry, table drinks, telephone bills, tips to room boys, drivers, guides, personal clothing including sleeping bags etc.

2. Any Air fare.

3. Visa fee for India to be arranged and paid for directly by the clients. Check VISA rules carefully from your nearest Indian Embassy/ Mission before applying for Indian VISA.

4. Travel & Health Insurance to be arranged and paid for directly by the clients.

5. Airport taxes and fuel surcharges, which are subject to change without notice. Any meals (other than breakfast), drinks, tips, expenses of personal nature.

6. Anything not mentioned in the “Cost Includes” column.

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