You will be met on your arrival at Mumbai International Airport and transferred to
the hotel of your choice. Mumbai, is the commercial capital of India and also a
bustling metropolis. Mumbai's status as India's premier gateway city, makes it the
starting point for most South India tour packages.
Overnight in Mumbai.
Breakfast at the hotel followed a sightseeing tour of Mumbai visiting - Gateway of
India, the marine drive, the Prince of Wales museum, Hanging gardens and Victoria
rail station.
Overnight in Mumbai.
After breakfast, transfer to airport intime to board flight for Bangalore. Met on
your arrival in Bangalore and transferred to the hotel of your choice. Afternoon
sightseeing tour of Bangalore visiting - The Lal bagh botanical gardens, The Bull
temple and The Vidhan Soudha.
Overnight in Bangalore.
After breakfast, depart for Mysore by road (140 kms /2 ½ hrs). On your arrival in
Mysore check into the hotel of your choice. This city of palaces, flowers and
sandalwood was once the residence of the Maharajas of Mysore. Afternoon sightseeing
tour of Mysore visiting -- The Mysore palace and The Chamundi hills.
Overnight in Mysore.
After breakfast, depart for Ooty by road (170 kms /3 ½ hrs). On your arrival in Ooty
check into the hotel of your choice. Fondly known as the 'Queen of Hill Stations',
Ooty is snugly ensconced in the heart of the Nilgiris. Dotted with undulating hills,
sparkling waterfalls, gurgling brooks and lush green tea gardens, this tranquil
haven is sure to capture the hearts of every visitor.
Overnight in Ooty.
Breakfast at the hotel. Day at leisure in Ooty.
Overnight in Ooty.
After breakfast, depart for Cochin by road (300 kms /6 hrs). On your arrival in
Cochin check into the hotel of your choice. Cochin or Kochi (new name) is the palm
green commercial capital of Kerala.
Overnight in Cochin.
Breakfast at the hotel followed by a sightseeing tour of Cochin visiting - St.
Francis Church, Mattancherry Palace, Jewish Synagogue and the Chinese fishing nets.
Overnight in Cochin.
After breakfast, depart for Kumarakom by road (75 kms /02 hrs). On your arrival in
Kumarakom, check-in to the Coconut Lagoon Resort for another unique experience.
Overnight at the Cocunut Lagoon Resort.
After breakfast, board houseboat for overnight cruise in the backwaters of Kerala.
Cruise takes you through the palm-fringed canals and is a unique way to discover
Kerala. Evening candlelit dinner on board houseboat. The night spent on the
Houseboat will long be remembered by you as the highlight of your South India tour
package.
Overnight on board the Houseboat.
After breakfast, disembark the houseboat in Alleppey and depart for Periyar by road
(180 kms / 3 ½ hrs). The Periyar Wildlife sanctuary is one of the best maintained
wildlife sanctuaries in Southern India, giving an opportunity of spotting elephants,
leopards, tigers and bisons, amongst various other species of flora and fauna. On
your arrival in Periyar check into the Spice Village Resort.
Overnight at the Spice Village Resort.
Early morning boat ride on Periyar lake to watch wildlife. After breakfast a short
jungle trek with a naturalist to watch flora, fauna and avifauna.
Overnight at the Spice Village Resort.
After breakfast, depart for Madurai by road (186 kms/03 hrs). Madurai, the city
known for its rich heritage, culture and historical background, most famous for the
Meenakshi Temple, will be the next stop of your South India tour. On your arrival in
Madurai check-in to the hotel of your choice.Evening witness temple ceremony at
Meenakshi Temple.
Overnight in Madurai.
Breakfast at the hotel followed by a sightseeing tour of Madurai visiting -- The
Shree Meenakshi temple, the teppa kulum -- a tank with an island temple and
Tirumalainaik palace. Afternoon transfer to airport intime to board flight for
Chennai. Met on your arrival in Chennai and transferred to the hotel of your choice.
Chennai, South India's largest city, will be the last stop of your South India tour
package.
Overnight in Chennai.
Breakfast at the hotel followed by a full day sightseeing tour of Mahabalipuram and
Kanchipuram, well known for their rock hewn temples, sculptures and the worlds
largest stone bas relief. The fantastic Shore Temples are among the most talked
about and most photographed monuments in the country.
Return to Chennai for overnight.
Breakfast at the hotel followed by a half-day sightseeing tour of Chennai visiting -- the national art gallery & museum, Fort St George, a drive along the marina beach, St. Mary's church and Mylapore temple. Rest of the day at leisure in Chennai until transfer to the International Airport in time to board your flight home.
Accommodation
Airport Transfers
Daily Breakfast
Surface transportation by an exclusive chauffeur driven air-conditioned car
Services of english speaking local guides
Entrance fees to the monuments
All Taxes