ITINERARY

Day 1: London Heathrow

Depart from London Heathrow to Bangalore.

Day 2: Bangalore

Arrive Bengaluru. You will be met, assisted and transferred to your hotel. Overnight at Radisson City Centre in Bengaluru.

Day 3: Bangalore - Mysore

Proceed for a half-day tour of Bengaluru. Visit the Vidhana Soudha, the Legislative Chambers of the state government. Proceed to the famous Bull Temple, which houses a huge monolithic idol of Nandi. Conclude with a visit to Tipu Sultan’s Fort. The Palace inside is carved out of Teak wood with decorated pillars, concave arches, and balconies. Visit the beautiful Lal Bagh Botanical Gardens that feature a glass house, the construction of which was inspired by the Crystal Palace in London. Late Afternoon drive to Mysore (145 km / 4 hrs approx), en route visiting Srirangapatnam, an island fortress-city of great religious, cultural and historical importance. It was Tipu Sultan’s capital. Arrive Mysore and check in to the hotel.
Overnight at Windflower Resort & Spa in Mysore.

Day 4: Mysore

Proceed for Excursion to Somnathpur. Afternoon visit to Visit Mysore Palace. It is a treasure house of exquisite carvings and works of art from all over the world. Next, visit Chamundi Hill. Half-way up to the top is Nandi, Lord Shiva's Bull - a majestic monolith & Vrindavan Garden. Overnight at Windflower Resort & Spa in Mysore.

Day 5: Mysore - Ooty

Drive to Ooty (127 km / 3 hrs approx), known as the ‘Queen of Hill Stations’. Nestled in the Nilgiri Hills, it is situated at an altitude of 2,240 meters above sea level. Arrive Ooty and check in to your hotel. Later proceed for a toy train ride. Overnight at Accord Hotel in Ooty.

Day 6: Ooty

Proceed for a full-day tour of Ooty, known as the ‘Queen of Hill Stations’. Ooty is a feast for the eyes, with its lofty, eucalyptus covered mountains, dense forests, and acres and acres of tea estates. Enjoy a stroll around the Botanical Gardens, covering an area of 22 acres. Visit Ooty Lake and Doddabetta Peak… the highest point (2623 meters) in the Nilgiris, at the junction of the Western and Eastern Ghats. To conclude your tour, explore Raj Bhavan, a sprawling mansion, overlooking the Botanical Gardens. Overnight at Accord Hotel in Ooty.

Day 7: Ooty - Athirapally

Drive to Athirapally (250 km / 7 hrs approx), Leisure at the hotel. Overnight at Niraamaya Retreats Samroha in Athirapally.

Day 8: Athirapally - Kochi

Visit of Athirapally - Athirapally Water Fall & Vashacal Water Fall. Afternoon drive to Cochin (75 km / 2 hrs approx). Overnight at Crowne Plaza in Cochin.

Day 9: Kochi

Proceed for a half-day tour of Kochi. Visit Fort Kochi, walk to the church of St Francis, the oldest European- built church in the country. Continue with a visit to Mattancherry, where you will visit the historic synagogue in the Jewish Quarter. You will also visit the Mattancherry or Dutch Palace, with its fine collection of mural paintings depicting scenes from the Hindu epics. Thereafter, drive past the amazing Chinese Fishing Nets. In the evening, witness a Kathakali dance performance. Overnight at CrownePlaza in Cochin.

Day 10: Kochi - Munnar

Drive to Munnar (118 km / 3.5 hrs approx). Drive Munnar and check in to your hotel and relax. Overnight at Amber Dalein Munnar.

Day 11: Munnar

Proceed for a full-day tour of Munnar. In the morning, visit the Tea Museum of Tata Tea, which showcases some of the exquisite and interesting aspects of the genesis and growth of tea plantations in Munnar. Also visit Mattupetty, known for its dam and the beautiful lake. Later visit the Kundala tea plantations and the Kundala Lake, the mountain slopes here are thick with undulating, evergreen tea plantations. Here you can view the entire process of making tea, right from plucking of tea leaves to their processing. Overnight at Amber Dale in Munnar.

Day 12: Munnar - Madurai

Drive to Madurai (152 km / 5 hrs approx), Arrival & check in to your hotel. Proceed for a half-day tour of Madurai. Situated on the banks of river Vaigai, Madurai was the capital of the Pandya kings, and an important cultural and commercial centre as early as 550 AD. Visit the Meenakshi Temple - the heart and lifeline of the 2500-year-old city of Madurai. The complex houses 14 magnificent Gopurams or towers, including two golden Gopurams for the main deities. Next, visit the Gandhi Memorial Museum at the Tamukkam Palace. The museum houses the history and relics of the freedom movement. Continue to the Koodal Azhagar Temple, one of the 108 temples dedicated to Lord Vishnu. Three separate altars feature three figures of Vishnu, in standing, sitting and reclining postures. Overnight at Heritage Madurai in Madurai.

Day 13: Madurai - Thekkady

Drive to Thekkady (141 km / 4 hrs approx). Arrive Thekkady and check in to your hotel. Proceed for a full- day tour of Thekkady. Visit Periyar wildlife sanctuary, where herds of wild elephants have made Periyar Lake their favorite haunt for frolicking in the water. Later, take a spice plantation tour. Spices found in here include pepper, clove, cardamom, nutmeg, ginger, turmeric, vanilla and curry leaves. Enjoy an elephant ride in Periyar. Evening Watch a thrilling Kalaripayattu (Local martial arts Performance Overnight at Greenwoods in Thekkady.

Day 14: Thekkady - Kumarakom

Drive to Kumarakom (122 km / 4 hrs approx). Proceed for a tour of Kumarakom bird sanctuary. An ornithologist's paradise, the sanctuary is spread over 14 acres and is the favourite haunt of local birds like Waterfowl, Cuckoo, Owls, Egrets, and Wood Beetle. In the evening, unwind and relax. Overnight at Niraamaya Retreats Backwaters & Beyond in Kumarakom.

Day 15: Kumarakom - Alleppey

Drive to Alleppey (35 km / 1 hrs approx). Arrive Alleppey and board your houseboat. Alleppey, "Venice of the East" has a large network of backwater canals that meander through the town and surrounding villages. Traditional buffet lunch and dinner will be served on board. Overnight on Deluxe Houseboat.

DAY 16: Alleppey - Kovalam

Drive to Kovalam (160 km / 5 hrs). Arrive Kovalam and check in to your hotel. Rest of the day at leisure on the beaches of Kovalam. Overnight at Niraamaya Retreats Surya Samudra in Kovalam.

Day 17: Kovalam

The day at leisure on the beaches of Kovalam. Overnight at Niraamaya Retreats Surya Samudra in Kovalam..

Day 18: Kovalam

Proceed to a full-day excursion of Trivandrum (11 km / 30 min approx). Visit the Napier Museum, which houses a rare collection of archaeological and historic artifacts. Visit the Kuthiramalika Palace, built by the King of Travancore. The palace museum displays paintings and various priceless collections of the royal family. End your tour with the Veli Tourist Village, a beautiful picnic spot where the Veli Lake merges with the Arabian Sea. Overnight at Niraamaya Retreats Surya Samudra in Kovalam.

Day 19: Onwards

Proceed to Trivandrum airport (11 Km / 30 Min Approx) to board your flight to London Heathrow.

Cost Proposal:

Hotel Envisaged in the Program:

Price Details
TOUR PRICE PER PERSON IN £ STERLING

Hotel supplements may apply at certain times of the year

Validity: July 2022 - March 2023

High season supplements (July - August) may apply. Above prices are based on lowest current fares.

QUOTE INCLUDES: 

• Return flight
•Hotel accommodation on twin sharing basis inclusive of breakfast at all the places except during stay at Overnight Houseboat, Alleppey where it will be on Full board basis.
• Meet & Greet services by representatives upon arrival and departure.
• Arrival and departure transfers by air-conditioned vehicle as per the itinerary
• Local English Speaking guide for sightseeing as per the itinerary.
• Single entry to the monuments
• Mineral water + Wet tissues in the vehicle for the complete trip.
• All applicable Government taxes

QUOTE DOES NOT INCLUDE:

• Any additional meal. • Any item of personal nature like telephone calls, room services, laundry, drinks etc.
• Any additional sightseeing/transport requirements.
• Transport during the day’s on leisure in Kovalam.