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South India Hill Station Tour

(15 Nights 16 Days)

Destination Covered: Bangalore-Mysore-Ooty-Cochin-Alleppey-Kumarakom-Munnar-Kodaikanal-Bangalore-Mumbai

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Days Tour Program
Day 01

Arrive Bangalore

On arrival at Bangalore airport or railway station our representative having a placard displaying your name will meet you to pick you up and transfer to your hotel. This afternoon explore this beautiful city. Lal Bagh Botanical Garden, Bull Temple, Venkatapa Art Gallery, The Fort of Tipu Sultan, Bangalore Palace and the Gavigangadhareswara Temple are some of the attraction of Bangalore. Overnight at hotel in Bangalore.

Day 02

Bangalore to Mysore (140 Km, Travel time 3 hrs)

This morning after breakfast your will be transferred by road to Mysore. This afternoon visit the Mysore Palace referred to as the Maharaja’s Palace. The original palace built wood got burnt down in AD 1897. It was rebuild in AD 1912by the 24th Wodeyar Raja. This entire complex is worth seeing specially the Diwan-e-Am and Diwan-e-Khas. Other attractions of the Mysore are the Chamundi Hill Temple & the Sri Jayachamarajendra Art Gallery and the most famous Brindawan Gardens. Stay overnight at hotel in Mysore. hennai visiting Fort St. George, Government Museum, Valluvar Kottam, Snake Park, the Kapaleswara Temple-one of the most famous Shiva temple in south and the Marina Beach-believed to be the second longest beach in the world. (Museum will be closed on Fridays and Birla Planetarium will be covered on that day). Snake Park will be closed on Tuesdays. By evening return to hotel to stay overnight.

Day 03

Mysore to Ooty (116 Km, Travel time 4 hrs)

This morning after breakfast your will be transferred by road to Ooty. Ooty is rightly described as the “Queen of all Hills.” The extraordinary sceneries make Ooty a great tourist spot. The misty dense clouds, the chill weather and the evergreen ambiance make things much fantastic. Rest of the day is free at your leisure. Overnight at hotel in Ooty.

Day 04

Ooty

This morning after breakfast take a full day city tour of Ooty. The Botanical Gardens, Ooty Lake, St. Stephen’s Church, Rose Garden, Dodabetta Peak and Stone House are some of the attractions of Ooty. Return to hotel to stay overnight at hotel in Ooty.

Day 05

Ooty to Cochin (218 Km, Travel time 6 hrs)

This morning after breakfast your will be transferred by road to Cochin. On arrival check in to the hotel. In the evening, enthrall yourself with a special presentation of the colorfully costumed Kathakali Dance Drama at a local theatre; thereafter return to hotel for overnight stay.

Day 06

Cochin City Tour

This morning after breakfast take a full day city tour of Kochi. Your sightseeing will include visit to Chinese Fishing Nets, Fort Kochi beach, Jewish Synagogue, Mattancherry Palace or “Dutch Palace”. Chinese Fishing Nets: The Chinese fishing nets found here are the only ones of its kind in India. It is believed that traders from the court of the Chinese ruler Kublai Khan introduced these nets here. Dutch Palace: The Dutch Palace was originally built by the Portugese. Later, in 17th century, the Dutch modified it and presented to the Raja of Kochi. Coronation of many Rajas of Kochi was held here. The place has a fine collection of mural paintings depicting the scenes from the Hindu epics Mahabharatha and Ramayana. Fort Kochi beach: A stroll along the beach, particularly at sunset with the Chinese fishing nets and sailing ships in the background, is a fine experience. Many European style bungalows can be seen along the shoreline. Jewish Synagogue: The synagogue, magnificently decorated by Chinese tiles and Belgian chandeliers, was built in 1568. Giant scrolls of the Old Testament can be found here. It is located near the Dutch Palace. In the evening enjoy Motor Boat Ride at Cochin Harbour and thereafter evening free to walk around the beach or relax at the pool – side. Overnight at the hotel.

Day 07

Cochin to Alleppey

This morning after breakfast transfer to Alleppey popularly referred to as “Venice of the East” and check-in to the traditional houseboat for Back water Cruise, which will be a unique experience in your life. No tourist can go away from Alappuzha without taking a cruise along the backwaters in a traditional houseboat. The houseboats complete with a well furnished bedrooms, a kitchen and a bathroom. There are drivers and a cook on board. On the houseboat you can observe the everyday life of locals, pick up toddy (a mild alcoholic drink made from coconut sap), dig into grilled prawns and indulge in bird watching. And if you are traveling in the month of August you can witness the famous Nehru Trophy Snake Boat Race. Enjoy dinner on board overnight in the houseboat.

Day 08

Alleppy to Kumarakom

This morning after breakfast check-out from the houseboat and drive to Kumarakom located on the Southern coast of India enjoys a well-balanced tropical climate. The village of Kumarakom is a cluster of little islands on the Vembanad Lake. After check in at hotel visit Kumarakom Bird Sanctuary, the best time for this is between November and March, when a range of migratory birds from Siberia make it their winter home. Some of the species include the Snake bird Little Cormorant, Crow Pleasant, White-branded water Hen and Tree pie. Occasionally you can catch the native kingfishers setting the waters ablaze in a psychedelic flash of colours. The night herons, the Golden-backed woodpeckers are added delights. At the fourteen-acre bird sanctuary one can glimpse many a rare bird – some of which, sadly, may not be around forever. Evening enjoy the sun set cruise thereafter return to hotel for overnight.

Day 09

Kumarakom to Munnar

This morning after breakfast you will be transferred to Munnar at a distance of 160 km from Kumarakom. Munnar is a nature lovers’s paradise with its sprawling tea plantations and winding lanes. The misty hills with tea plantations appear like velvet lawns on the gentle slopes of the hills. Some of the highest tea gardens of the world are located in Munnar. Rest of the day is free at your leisure. Overnight at hotel in Munnar.

Day 10

Munnar

This morning after breakfast visit Eravikulam National Park. Eravikulam National Park is the best place to see Nilgiri Tahr (Hermitragus Hylcrious) popularly known as the mountain goat of South India. Other attractions of Munnar are Kundale tea plantation surrounded by a lovely lake and if you are adventure enough you can take a trek to Anamudi-the heist peak in South India. Overnight at hotel in Munnar.

Day 11

Munnar to Kodaikanal

This Morning after breakfast you will be transferred to Kodaikanal a charming hill station. After check-in at hotel enjoy boating in Kodaikanal Lake. Star shaped Kodaikanal lake is spread over an area of 24 hectare. Wonderful landscaping and boating facilities and the 4 lm long promenade are added attraction. Overnight at hotel in Kodaikanal.

Day 12

Kodaikanal Water Falls

This morning after breakfast visit the famous water falls in and around kodaikanal. Thalaiyar Falls also known as 'rat-tail falls’ is one of the highest falls in the world. The 975 ft high fall can be seen while climbing from the Ghat road to Kodaikanal by road. Bear Shola Falls around 2 Kms off the lake is an ideal picnic spot, where once bears came to drink water. Hence the name of the falls became Bear Shola falls. Silver cascade another water fall located 8 km from the lake. The overflow of Kodai lake comes down here, as 180 ft high falls. It is an ideal place to have a bath, Fairy Falls located 5 km from the Kodai lake, is also a delightful picnic spot. A natural bathing base is created here. Return to hotel to stay overnight.

Day 13

Kodaikanal City tour & overnight train to Bangalore.

If you don’t mind walking to take in the fresh air, we suggest you to take a Coaker’s walk which is spread over 1 km and provide some picturesque view. This Morning after breakfast take a city tour of Kodai town. The Flora and Fauna museum, the Astrophysical Observatory, Bryant Park, Pillar Rocks and the Kurinji Temple are the attractions of the Kodaikanal. By afternoon you will be transferred to Kodi road railway station to board your train to Bangalore. Train No. 6731 Tuticorin-Bangalore express Departure from Kodi Road station at 20:33 hrs arriving Bangalore at 06:40 hrs. Overnight in train.

Day 14

Bangalore to Mumbai by Flight

On arrival at Bangalore station pick up and transfer to airport to board the flight to Mumbai. On arrival at Mumbai airport pick up and transfer to hotel. Rest of the day is free for rest or shopping. Overnight at hotel in Mumbai.

Day 15

Mumbai City Tour

This morning after breakfast take a full day sightseeing tour of Mumbai city. The tour includes visits to 26 meters high British-built Arch “Gateway of India”, Mumbai’s landmark built to honour the visit of George V and Queen Mary in 1911. Marine Drive dubbed, as the Queen’s Necklace is Mumbai’s most popular promenades and a favorite sunset watching spot. The Kamla Nehru Park from where you have a picturesque view of the city, Hanging Gardens are so named since they are located on top of a series of tanks that supply water to Mumbai. Pass by the `towers of silence’ the crematorium of the Parsis. Also visit Mani Bhawan a private house where Mahatma Gandhi used to stay when he visited Mumbai. It is now a museum and research library with 20,000 volumes, The Haji Ali’s tomb. Have fun at Juhu beach, children simply love this place; it is virtually an open air restaurant wit innumerable food counters. Return to hotel for overnight.

Day 16

Transfer to Airport

Today you will be transferred to International airport to board your flight.


City No. of Nights Economy Hotels Deluxe Hotels Luxury Hotels

Bangalore

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Mysore

1

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Ooty

2

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Cochin

2

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Alleppey

1

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Kumarakom

1

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Munnar

2

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Kodaikanal

2

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Mumbai

2

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Your Tour Includes:
  • 13 Nights accommodation in hotels on twin sharing basis in a double room.
  • 01 Night accommodation in traditional houseboat in a double room with all meals.
  • Daily buffet breakfast.
  • All arrival, departure, sightseeing’s as per above itinerary by air conditioned car with English speaking driver. (Including fuel, parking, road tax, toll tax, state taxes, vehicles insurance and driver’s expenses.)
  • Train from Kodi Road to Bangalore in air conditioned class.
  • Flight Bangalore to Mumbai in economy class.
  • Boat ride in Periyar.
  • Motor boat ride in Cochin harbor.
  • Kathakali dance show tickets.
  • All applicable hotel & transport taxes.
  • Government services tax of 3.09%.

Your Tour Does Not Includes:
  • Any meals other than those specified.
  • Expenses of personal nature such as tips, telephone calls, laundry, liquor etc.
  • Entrance fees during sightseeing.
  • Any other item not specified.
  • International airfare.

Terms & conditions:
  • The hotels and services mentioned in the itinerary are subject to confirmation.
  • The rates give below may change in case of change in hotels, transport rates or Government taxes.

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