Tour Overview
- Reference323465
- TypeCultural Tours, Family Friendly, Historical Tour
- Available From05/10/2023
- Available To02/01/2026
- LocationSouth India
- Departure CityCochin
- End CityBangalore
- Durations 14 days 13 nights
Tour Description
Description: During the tour – Temple & Spices tour of South India, you visit some of the very well-known temples of Tamilnadu, Natural beauty of Kerala. The land of 33, 000 temples, tour to Tamil Nadu are a delight for those with keen interest in history, culture, architecture and spirituality. Coupled with wild trails and the beaches, these three hill stations are the reason Tamil Nadu is considered one of the most popular destination for honeymoon in South India. Kerala with its palm fringed backwaters, picturesque hill stations, abundant wildlife, vibrant culture, rich heritage and rejuvenating Ayurvedic therapies is no wonder referred to as the “God’s own Country.”
Tour Highlights
Destinations: Cochin – Alleppey – Kumarakom – Periyar – Munnar - Ooty – Mysore – Hassan – Bangalore
Tour Includes
- Audio guide
- Entrance fees
- Food and drinks
- Gratuities
- Lunch
- Pick-up and drop off
- Private tour
- Professional guide
- Special activities
- Transport by air-conditioned
Trip Plans
Tour Program
Day 01 : Arrive – Cochin
On arrival meet & transfer to hotel. Cochin always had a very popular & historical sea trade connection with the Middle East, Mediterranean Europe & the Dutch. It has one of the finest natural harbours on the Arabian coastline. Its cosmopolitan character is reflected in the buildings & structures representing different regions of the world. In the evening enjoy Kerala's most popular classical dance, Kathakali. Overnight at hotel.
Day 02 : Cochin - Alleppey
Morning proceed to explore Cochin city. Visit the Fort Kochi that reveals the European heritage of Kochi. Santa Cruz Basilica happens to be a landmark of Kochi and a major tourist attraction too. Visit St. Francis Church, which is the oldest European Church in India. Visit the Jewish Synagogue, built in the year 1568 and magnificently decorated by Chinese tiles & Belgian chandeliers. Giant scrolls of the Old Testament can be found here. Also visit the spice market, where the air is filled with the pungent smell of spices & history that brought the world to its doorstep. Chinese fishing nets, (Cheenavala) are distinctly unique to Cochin. It is believed that traders from the court of the Chinese ruler Kublai Khan introduced these nets here. Afternoon depart for Alleppey. Alleppey Also known as Alappuzha, Alleppey is a great favorite with those wanting to relax in the lap of nature and revive their spirits. An enamoring combination of peaceful quietude and bustling activity, Alleppey in Kerala, South India is a repository of tourist attractions, natural and architectural that allure you with their typical Alleppey appeal on your travel to Alleppey in Kerala, South India. Overnight stay in Houseboat.
Day 03 : Alleppey – Kumarakom (30 Kms/ 1 hrs by road)
Morning drive to Kumarakom, it is a cluster of little islands, on the Vembanad Lake in Kerala. Kuttanad, the 'Wonder Land' believed to have been lying below the sea level, sprang out into the marshes when the sea receded later. Kumarakom, the land of lakes, canals and paddy fields, gives you sheer ecstasy. Holiday on the houseboats, traditional Kettuvallam, are an out-of-this-world experience. Furthermore Vembanad Lake is home to several types of marine life exclusively the Karimeen (Pearl Spotted Fish), Chemeen (Prawns) & Konju (Tiger Prawns). Spend the day at leisure, relaxing and enjoying the facilities at the hotel. You can also visit Kumarakom Bird sanctuary. There are two seasons for birds: between October & February there are cormorants, teals, & other ducks & from February to July there are Darters (snake birds), night herons, Egrets, & Siberian storks. It also has the golden backed woodpecker, crow pheasant, white-breasted water hen, tree pie. Overnight stay in Kumarakom.
Day 04 : Kumarakom – Periyar
Today we proceed towards Periyar Wildlife Reserve. Set on an attractive lakeside, it is South India's most popular Wildlife Sanctuary. Periyar is a place to cruise on the lake & gives an opportunity to see wildlife. It is home to tigers, leopards, elephants, bison, antelopes, sambhar, wild boar, monkey, a wide variety of birds. Later enjoy boat ride at periyar lake, followed by Spice Plantation tour & Boat ride on "Periyar Lake. Overnight stay in Periyar
Day 05 :– Periyar - Munnar (60 Kms – 2 hours by road)
Morning drive to Munnar & checking at the hotel. Munnar is one of the most popular hill stations in w:st="on"India, Munnar is situated at the confluence of three mountain streams - Mudrapuzha, Nallathanni and Kundala. Located at 1600 Mts. above sea level, this was once the summer resort of the erstwhile British Government in South India. Sprawling tea plantations, picture book towns, winding lanes, trekking and holiday facilities make Munnar a unique experience. Munnar is essentially a tea town. Overnight stay in Munnar.
Day 06 : In Munnar
Morning post breakfast proceed for a full day sightseeing around Munnar. Munnar is one of the most popular hill stations in west "on" India, Munnar is situated at the confluence of three mountain streams - Mudrapuzha, Nallathanni and Kundala. Located at 1600 Mts. above sea level, this was once the summer resort of the erstwhile British Government in South India. Sprawling tea plantations, picture book towns, winding lanes, trekking and holiday facilities make Munnar a unique experience. Munnar is essentially a tea town. Visit the world's highest tea estates spread like a green carpet over hundreds of kilometres, Lush green hills all around - a place to be seen to be believed, and Eravikulam National Park (Park is closed in the month of January and February), the best place to see the Nilgiri Tahr (mountain goat). Rest of the day at leisure to explore the destination on your own. Overnight stay in Munnar.
Day 07 : Munnar - Ooty
Morning depart by surface to Ooty. On arrival check in at Hotel. OOTY - Popularly referred as the 'Queen of Hill Stations', Udhagamandalam better known as Ooty is the most popular hill station in the South. Located in the Western ghats at a height of 2240 m, Udhagamandalam is the headquarters of the Nilgiris district where the two ghats meet. Nature has been generous with this region which is by far the most beautiful in the state. Overnight at Hotel. Overnight stay in Ooty.
Day 08 : In Ooty
Full day free at leisure. Overnight at hotel.
Day 09 : Ooty - Mysore
Morning depart for Mysore by surface. On arrival check in at the hotel. Afternoon half day city tour covering Maharaja's Palacebuilt as recently as 1897, which is one of the biggest in India; Srirangapatnam was the capital of Hyder Ali and Tipu Sultan. Brindavan Gardens are illuminated 3 days a week, St Philomena's Church Also visit Sri Jauyachamarajendra Art Gallery housed in the Jagmohan Palace, the gallery has a collection of exquisite paintings. Overnight stay in Mysore.
Day 10 : Mysore – Hassan
After breakfast you head towards the Belur Temple, which is an amazing architectural piece constructed in the sculpture of cartoon. Belur has the famous Chennakesava temple complex. This temple complex has couple of shrines which exhibit the golden architecture of South India. You return to the hotel to check out and drive to Hassan. Check in the hotel. Overnight at hotel. Overnight stay in Hassan.
Day 11 : In Hassan
After breakfast visit to Shravanabelagola, a Jain pilgrimage. Nestled amidst the Vindhyagiri and Chandragiri hills, the 57 feet tall deity of Gommateshwara Bahubali is magnificent. After spending some awe-inspiring moments at the shrine. Overnight at hotel. Overnight stay in Hassan.
Day 12 : Hassan – Bangalore
Morning depart for Bangalore by surface. On arrival check in at the Hotel. BANGALORE : Known as the garden city of India , Bangalore is one of the most visited destinations of southern India . There are many stories and legends related to the city. However the present look of the garden city was given to it in the 16th century. Because of the initiative it took in the wake of the Information Technology revolution in the country, Bangalore has been nicknamed as the Silicon City of India. Overnight at hotel.
Day 13 : In Bangalore
After Breakfast city tour visiting the Vidhan Soudha - The building is a massive neo Dravidian architecture presently functioning as the state legislative assembly , Cubbon Park in the heart of the city, Lal Bagh which is famous for the wonderfully bloomed red roses and the Bangalore Palace are some of the other must see of this garden city. Overnight at hotel. Overnight stay in Bangalore.
Day 14 : Bangalore - Depart
In time transfer to airport to board fight for onward destination. End of Our Services Check-in/ Check-out time is 1200 Hrs. at all hotels
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