Cultural Tours in South India
Duration: 20 Nights & 21 Days
DESTINATION COVERED: 1N Bangalore - 2N Mysore - 2N Coorg - 2N Wayanad - 2N Ooty - 2N Munnar - 2N Thekkady - 2N Kumarakom - 1N Alleppey - 2N Varkala - 2N Kovalam
Duration: 20 Nights & 21 Days
DESTINATION COVERED: 1N Bangalore - 2N Mysore - 2N Coorg - 2N Wayanad - 2N Ooty - 2N Munnar - 2N Thekkady - 2N Kumarakom - 1N Alleppey - 2N Varkala - 2N Kovalam
OVERVIEW
The best south indian tour package deal is here!!! This package of 20 nights and 21 days tour package includes sightseeing of Bangalore, Mysore the land with numerous domes, towers and battlements, Coorg, a picturesque hilly district, located in the state of Karnataka, the greenery & waterfalls of Wayanad, sightseeing of Ooty & Coonoor, the place surrounded by the tea plantations. The sightseeing of 2000 yrs. old Janardhan Temple. Kovalam- the internationally renowned beach destination. sightseeing of Trivandrum. The temple of Anantha, the Sri Padmanabhaswamy temple. Munnar the gateway of Hills in South India. On the way you can also watch the lovely waterfalls of Cheeyappara & Valara and much more...
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ITINERARY
Day 1: Arrival Bangalore
On arrival at Bangalore airport/railway station in the morning. Meet our representative and transfer you to your already booked hotel in Bangalore. Check in at the hotel and get ready for a Bangalore city tour. In today’s day tour, we'll be visiting the Bangalore Place, Ulsoor Lake, Lal Bagh, Cubbon Park and Vidhan Sudha. At the evening, we'll be visiting the museums and art galleries. Following that, we'll return back to the hotel for overnight stay at Bangalore.
Day 2: Bangalore – Mysore (150km-4hrs)
Today, we'll beginning our day a bit drive to Mysore. En route, we'll be visiting Srirangapatnam, which is the capital of Tipu Sultan. Thereafter, we'll continue our trip to Mysore. On reaching mysore, check in at the hotel and get up freshen. Thereafter, we'll leave for the sightseeing of Mysore. Within our daily tour, we'll be visiting the famous destinations for tourist of Mysore. We'll begin our day tour by paying a visit to Krishnarajasagar Dam, Mysore Palace and Brindavan Garden. Later in the evening, we'll return back to the hotel for a relaxing stay at Mysore.
Day 3: Mysore sightseeing
Today after having healthful breakfast in the morning, proceed for the local sightseeing tour of Mysore that will have a visit to the Mysore Palace, Zoological Park, the Chamundi Hills and the Bull Temple. Later in the evening, we'll return back to the hotel for a relaxing stay at Mysore.
Day 4: Mysore – Coorg (120km-4hrs)
After morning breakfast, proceed to Coorg, The Scotland of India, On reaching Coorg, we'll check-in at the hotel. The night time is free at leisure. Throughout your spare time, you can stay back in your spacious room and rest or enjoy the conveniences of the hotel. An overnight stay in the hotel.
Day 5: Coorg Sightseeing
In the morning after breakfast, we'll embark on a sightseeing tour of Coorg and have a fantastic time. In our day tour, we'll be visiting some of the major attractions of Coorg including Talakaveri, Madikeri Fort, Omkareshwara Temple, Raja’s Seat, Abbey falls etc. After exploring these areas, we'll visit the astounding spices and coffee plantation in the evening. Thereafter, we'll return to the hotel to enjoy a calming overnight stay.
Day 6: Coorg -Wayanad (140km-4hrs)
After morning breakfast, now it time to depart to Wayanad. Reach & check-in at the hotel and relax for some time amidst the comfort of your hotel room. Proceed to the panoramic Chembra Peak that is sure to rejuvenate any tired soul and make for an exciting experience. Later back to hotel for long rest after your dinner. Today your stay would be in Wayanad
Day 7: Wayanad Sightseeing
Enjoy the sumptuous breakfast, enjoy the greenery & waterfalls of Wayanad. The places of attractions are Pookot Lake Boating from the Pookot Lake. Tall trees and dense forests which line along the walkway around the lake offer a visual treat. Soojipara Falls the natural scenic beauty of Wayanad and its rich natural resources offer you many opportunities for adventure tourism. Banasura sagar is the 2nd largest earth dam in Asia, Speed boats are available. Edakkal caves etchings discovered on the walls of those caves have drawn the critical attention of archaeologists and historians around the world. It's assumed that the Edakkal was occupied at various phases in history. Other tourist attractions Pakshipathalam, Meenmutty Water Fall. Today your stay would be in Wayanad.
Day 8: Wayanad – Ooty (120km-4hrs)
Today after having healthful breakfast in the morning. We'll check out from the hotel and proceed to Ooty. En route, we'll explore the beautiful lake Pykara. Following that, we'll continue our drive to Ooty. On arrival, we'll check in at the already booked hotel. Later visit the tea museum along with the Ooty Lake. You may enjoy boating on the Ooty Lake and later and revel in dinner followed by relaxing stay.
Day 9: Ooty sightseeing
After sumptuous breakfast in the hotel, leave for Coonoor. To reach Coonoor, you can either opt for a toy train or a personal car depending on your choice. On reaching, we'll be visiting the Sim's park, lamb's stone and dolphin's nose, Later on your return, We'll leave for further sightseeing of Ooty. Which include Botanical Garden, Doddabetta Peak and Charring Cross. Later, return back to the hotel for a comfortable stay in Ooty.
Day 10: Ooty - Munnar (240Km-7hrs)
After good morning breakfast, Proceed to Munnar. This tiny town in the Western Ghats is well-known for its photobook towns, mist-clad rolling mountains, extensive tea gardens, sanctuaries and above all the climate is among the most generally desired traveller destination in India today. On arrival at Munnar, Checkin to the hotel. Freshen up and unwind with the comforts of your room. Walk around the rest of the day with nature. Today your stay would be in Munnar.
Day 11: Munnar sightseeing
Wake up to the cool breeze of Munnar. Relish your morning breakfast, visit the Eravikulam National Park (Closed from 20 Jan to 30 Mar) where you can see the well-famed Nilgiri Thar. Later proceed to Mattupetty & Kundala Dam. Here you can enjoy boating through the reservoir flanked with tea garden on one side and never-ending Grassland on the other. The Echo Point, renowned for its echo phenomenon is a popular stopping point for the tourists. Also, visit Shooting Point and Tea Museum. Today your stay would be in Munnar.
Day 12: Munnar - Thekkady (140km-4hrs)
Take breakfast and after that drive to Thekkady. Thekkady offers diverse attractions wildlife sanctuary, hill station and a spice plantation. Therefore it's was very popular among nature lovers and adventure enthusiasts. Reach and check in at the hotel. Freshen up and unwind with comforts of your room. Later drive to Periyar National Park that's the most attractive feature of Thekkady. Enjoy a wildlife cruise over the Periyar Lake to see wild life animals. You may also enjoy other delightful and thrilling activities like spice plantation tour, bamboo rafting, jungle trekking and elephant rides. Don't forget to make a visit to local spice market for buying handicrafts and some garden fresh spices. Today your stay would be in Thekkady.
Day 13: Thekkady - Gavi Sightseeing (40kms-1hrs)
Early Morning before 7.00am move to Gavi, Gavi is an eco tourist place in Kerala which became popular following Alistair International the world famous tourism major publication listed it among the significant eco tourism centers and one of the must see places in India. Reach Gavi by 8.00 am, Register. After breakfast, plantation visit under Professional guide to fully enjoy the pure beauty of Gavi. After vegetables lunch proceed for a calming row boat ride, Then proceed to get a visit to the cardamom plantation and inhale aromatic whiffs of cardamom and after that to the healing house. Sabarimala point of view is the next place in the itinerary, the panoramic beauty place to catch the scenic view of the Sabarimala mountains along with the pilgrim place. Later proceed to the Museum in which the skeletons of the animals are preserved. Indulge yourself for to a refreshing tea break before dispersing 4.30 pm. Back to hotel, today your stay would be in Thekkady. (Today activity charges like offroad vehicle, Gavi Package cost would be charges extra)
Day 14: Thekkady - Kumarakom (140kms-4hrs)
After delicious breakfast, proceed to Kumarakom. Reach and check in to the hotel. Freshen up and unwind with comforts of your room. Kumarakom is blessed with the Vembanad Lake that has its majestic channels, streams and distributaries along its banks weave an intricate and delightfully beautiful network. Spend your day at leisure. Today your stay would be in Kumarakom.
Day 15: Kumarakom
After morning breakfast, visit Kumarakom Bird sanctuary. The important attraction of Kumarakom is the bird sanctuary that lies in the edge of the lands of an old estate in which a abundance of all sorts of birds can be observed. Different domestic birds like cuckoo, wild duck, egret, darters, herons, teal, and water bird could be seen in abundance here, just as much as the Siberian stork that migrate to this area every year. Today your stay would be in Kumarakom.
Day 16: Thekkady - Alleppy Houseboat (140km-4hrs)
After staying with the nature, relish the morning breakfast and proceed to Alleppey. Check in to the houseboat which Is an indigenously developed and designed private vessel with fully furnished spacious bath attached bed rooms, hygiene kitchen, dining area and private front deck to catch the beauty of the back waters. Cruise through the Coconut fringed narrow canals, and the exceptional life of the backwater. Individuals and above all the nature around you'll make long lasting impressions on your thoughts. Today your stay would be in Houseboat.
Day 17 : Alleppey Houseboat - Varkala (110 kms. – 3½ hrs.)
Enjoy breakfast. Later proceed to Varkala. Reach and check-in at the resort. Freshen up and relax with the comforts of your room. Go for a troll on the beach daylong. Varkala, a calm and quiet little city, lying on the outskirts of Thiruvananthapuram district. The secluded beach on the background of rocky deserts Varkala Beach offers a perfect contrast with the breaking waves. Papanasam Beach is among the notable places of Varkala Beach. The day sun dipping slowly into the mammoth sea and filling the whole place with the colours red and orange is a stunning view.
Day 18 : Varkala
Enjoy breakfast. Later proceed for the sightseeing of 2000 years. Older Janardhana Temple. The temple of Janardhana is a nice example of art and architecture of Kerala and is dedicated to Lord Vishnu. Sivagiri Mutt is a religious site, founded by Sree Narayana Guru, the renowned philosopher and social reformer of modern Kerala. Kappil Lake gives way to the illustrative world of the Kerala backwater. The scenic beauty of the estuaries of the lake is thrilling.
Day 19: Varkala- Kovalam (70km-2hrs)
Arise early morning to view sunrise. Later relish your breakfast, check out and proceed to Kovalam- the internationally renowned beach destination. At noon, check in at the resort. Spend the rest of the day at leisure on this palm fringed beach. An massive rocky promontory on the beach makes its waters wholly safe for swimming and water sports. Today your stay would be in Kovalam.
Day 20: Kovalam – Trivandrum - Kovalam
Today after good morning breakfast, set out on a sightseeing tour to Trivandrum. In todays itinerary you will visit places like Padmanabhaswami Temple, famous for its towering gopuras, temple arts and paintings. The main pavilion of the temple stands imposing with 400 wonderfully granite carved columns. Your sightseeing tour will also include Napier Museum, Zoological Park & Shunmugam beach. Later in the evening travel back to Kovalam. Today your stay has been booked at Kovalam.
Day 21: Trivandrum Departure (40km-1hrs)
Enjoy the breakfast. Later pack your baggage with a promise to re-visit once more to this part of the world. Proceed on time to Trivandrum International Airport to board flight home. Bon Voyage. Service ends.
Package Cost Includes:
Well appointed above mentioned/base category room accommodation on twin/Triple sharing basis.
Daily Buffet/Fixed breakfast at the hotel.
AC vehicle for all surface transfers & sightseeing for the above mentioned places.
All applicable Taxes
Package Cost Excludes:
Any meals other than those mentioned above.
Any Airfare / Train fare.
Entrance fees to Amusement parks & Boating charges other than that which is mentioned in the includes.
Any portage at airports and hotels, tips, insurance, wine, mineral water, telephone charges, and all items of personal nature.
Any services not specifically mentioned in the inclusions.
Expenses caused by factors beyond our control like rail and flight delays, roadblocks, vehicle mal-functions, political disturbances etc.
Note:
The above package is only an offer and not a confirmation. We shall proceed with the booking only after we receive confirmation your end.
At Ooty & Kodaikanal only N A/c Rooms are available.
In case of non-availability of rooms at the hotels mentioned, we shall provide you alternate hotels of similar category.
Check-in time at the hotel is 14.00 hrs.
Check-out time is 11.00hrs
Booking confirmation is subject to availability.
The above rates are valid for the mentioned period only.
Payment terms
Advance Booking Fee for Normal Period
30 days or more before departure:25% of total cost.
29-16 days before departure:50% of total cost.
Less than 15 days before departure:100% of total cost.
Advance Booking Fee for peak period and long weekends (Pls check with us)
At the time of booking/confirmation: 50 % of total cost.
After 05 - 07 days of booking/confirmation:50% of total cost.
Less than 15 days before departure:100% of total cost.
Cancellation Policy
Package can be cancelled with written mail from the person making the booking. The cancellation charges per person applicable are as per the published cancellation policy mentioned below:
Minimum Cancellation (Processing Fees) is Rs. 1500.00 per head Per Tour.
45 -20 Days prior to Tour Start Date 25% of full tour cost.
19 -10 Days prior to Tour Start Date 50% of full tour cost.
09 -06 Days prior to Tour Start Date 75% of full tour cost.
05- 00 Days / No show 100% of full tour cost.
Except for Peak season and long weekends (Pls check with us)
Minimum Cancellation (Processing Fees) is Rs. 2000.00 Per head Per Tour.
45 - 30 Days prior to Tour Start Date 50% of full tour cost.
29 - 10 Days prior to Tour Start Date 75% of full tour cost.
09 - 00 Days / No show 100% of full tour cost.