This tour takes you through the marvelous landscapes of Karnataka and Kerala. Experience a wide range of activities, including living temples, pristine beaches, the famous Kerala backwaters, and lush national parks.
Route: Bengaluru – Mysore – Ooty – Cochin – Alleppey – Munnar – Periyar – Madurai – Trichy – Puducherry – Mamallapuram – Chennai
Day-by-Day Plan
Arrive Bangalore
Arrive at Bangalore International Airport. Private transfer to hotel.
Bangalore
Full day exploring the Garden City of India.
Bangalore – Mysore
Drive to Mysore (140kms / 4hrs), the city of palaces.
Mysore – Ooty
Travel to the "Queen of Hill Stations" (155kms / 4hrs).
Ooty
Enjoy the famous Toy Train ride from Coonoor to Ooty.
Ooty – Cochin
Drive to the coastal city of Cochin (300kms / 8hrs).
Cochin
Watch a traditional Kathakali dance drama show.
Cochin – Alleppey
Board a traditional rice houseboat for a backwater cruise.
Alleppey – Munnar
Drive to the tea estates of Munnar (165kms / 5hrs).
Munnar
Full day exploring the lush hills and tea plantations.
Munnar – Periyar
Drive to Periyar National Park (100kms / 3hrs).
Periyar – Madurai
Scenic drive to the temple city of Madurai (150kms / 4hrs).
Madurai
Visit Vilacheri Potters’ Village, where "mud becomes God."
Madurai – Trichy
Drive to Trichy to explore its ancient rock-fort temples.
Trichy – Pondicherry
Travel via Tanjore to the French quarters of Pondicherry.
Pondicherry – Chennai
Drive via the rock-cut temples of Mahabalipuram & Kanchipuram.
Chennai
Full day sightseeing in the capital of Tamil Nadu.
Depart Chennai
Transfer to the airport for your international flight.
Hotel Portfolio
| City | Premier I | Premier II | Luxury | Comfort |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangalore | ITC Windsor | The Lalit | St. Marks | |
| Mysore | Windflower | Windflower | Sandesh the Prince | |
| Ooty | Savoy | Savoy | Fortune Sullivan | |
| Bandipur | Jungle Safari Lodge | Jungle Safari Lodge | Jungle Safari Lodge | |
| Cochin | Vivanta by Taj | Crown Plaza | Holiday Inn | |
| Alleppey | Premium Houseboat | Premium Houseboat | Premium Houseboat | |
| Munnar | Windermere | Frangnat Nature | Abad Copper Castle | |
| Madurai | Courtyard by Marriott | Heritage | Fortune Pandiyan | |
| Kumbakonam | Mantra Koodam | Mantra Koodam | Mantra Koodam | |
| Pondicherry | Palais De Mahe | Mainsion Perumal | The Promenade | |
| Chennai | ITC Grand Chola | Raintree | Radha Regent |
Tour Investment
| Season | Premier I | Premier II | Luxury | Comfort |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Winter (Oct – Mar) | $3,595 | $ | $2,979 | $2,625 |
| Summer (Apr – Sep) | $3,283 | $ | $2,745 | $2,497 |