Kochi Alleppey Thekkady Palani Coimbatore Ooty Mysore Bangalore Tirupati Thiruvannamalai Mahabalipuram Chennai 16 Days Tour
- 16 Days
- Maximum Capacity: 20
- If Cancelled, Please Refer To Our Cancellation Policy
Adult
Description
Experience the diverse wonders of South India with our 16-day tour. Explore the historic city of Kochi, cruise the backwaters of Alleppey in a traditional houseboat, and journey through the lush hills of Thekkady. ...
Duration
16 Days, 15 Nights
Language
English
HIGHLIGHTS
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Full Board In Houseboat In Alleppey [ Breakfast + Lunch + Dinner]
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Kathakali Dance Show In Kochi
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Spice Plantation Tour In Periyar
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Toy Train Ride In Ooty [Subject To Confirmation Of Train Tickets]
Included
- 15 Nights’ Of Accommodation In 3 Star Hotels As Per Desire With Base Category Of Rooms At Each Place
- Daily Breakfast At All The Hotels
- All Transportation, Driver And Sightseeing Tours Using An AC Medium Car.
- Sightseeing As Per Tour Program.
- Full Board In Houseboat In Alleppey [ Breakfast + Lunch + Dinner]
- Kathakali Dance Show In Kochi
- Spice Plantation Tour In Periyar
- Toy Train Ride In Ooty [Subject To Confirmation Of Train Tickets]
- All Pick-Ups & Drop-Offs As Per Itinerary.
- All Taxes, Parking, Toll Charges, Driver Allowance, And Service Charges
Excluded
- Medical Insurance Of Any Kind
- Any Domestic / International Flight Fares
- Any Meals ( Unless Specified )
- Anything Except In Inclusions.
- Any Guide Services & Monument Fees As Per Tour Plan
- Any Expenses Arising Out Of Unforeseen Circumstances Like Flight Delay/Cancellation/Fare Hike, Strike Or Any Other Natural Calamities.
- Personal Nature Expenses I.E. Telephone Calls, Laundry, Soft / Hard Drinks, Meals, And Tipping
Travel Itinerary
1 - Arrive Kochi
You will be met at the airport and transported to your hotel. For those arriving earlier in the day take the time to recover from the flight. Check in time at the hotel is 12pm.
2 - In Kochi
Morning after breakfast have sightseeing of St. Francis Church interment place of Vasco Da Gama, Santa Cruz Basilica, Jewish Synagogue, Mattancherry Palace and the Chinese fishing nets a fixed land installation technique of fishing. In the evening enjoy Kathakali Dance show in Kochi.  Night stay is in Kochi
3 - Kochi – Alleppey
Today we will take you to Alleppey where you will board a beautiful and attractive houseboat to enchanting backwaters of Kerala. The night will be spent in the tranquillity and warmth of the houseboat and all meals are included for the day in a houseboat.
4 - Alleppey - Thekkady
Today, drive to the cardamom hills of Thekkady which is a producer of the world's best quality of Cardamom and Pepper. The route looks like a drive through the woods of the Western Ghats of Central Kerala. ​Enroute visit the Spice Gardens, reach Thekkady and plan for a trip to Periyar National Park where you might see the wild being of the forest – mostly elephants, Wild Boar, Sambar Deer and Indian Guar. Return to the hotel for overnight stay.
5 - Thekkady – Palani
Morning drive to Palani.
Palani is a prominent place which is renowned for housing the famous Palani Murugan Temple, built thousands of years ago and is dedicated to Hindu war God Kartikeya (Lord Murugan). The breath-taking and soothing waterfalls in Palani are a great place to relax and unwind. The magnificent beauty of the entire Palani city can be viewed from the Palani Murugan Temple.
6 - In Palani
The Palani Murugan Temple is of great spiritual significance where the idol is believed to have been made with a mixture of nine poisons (navapashanam) that have medicinal qualities.
Palani Murugan Temple: Feel the divine glory and fill your heart and soul with the blessings of Lord Muruga at the Palani Muruga Temple. Night stay is in Palani
7 - Palani – Coimbatore
Drive to Coimbatore & visit Isha Foundation situated at the foothills of Velliangiri, on the outskirts of Coimbatore, is the headquarters for Isha Foundation. The center offers all four major paths of yoga – kriya (energy), gnana (knowledge), karma (action), and bhakti (devotion), drawing people from all over the world.
Carry on your drive to visit Murugan Temple in Maruthamalai, nestled in the breath-taking Western Ghats of Coimbatore. The temple dedicated to Lord Murugan is an absolute must-see because of its marvellous architecture set against a stunning scenic backdrop.
8 - Coimbatore – Ooty
Morning drive to Ooty to experience the best of nature. Spend a pleasant trip of 2 days pampering yourself and your loved ones while spending a weekend in the calming aura of Ooty. Promising many unique and vivid experiences, Ooty will let you experience many mountains, picturesque landscapes, an exotic variety of flora, lakes and waterfalls.
9 - In Ooty
This lovely town of Tamil Nadu is home to Nilgiri Hills and offers a pleasant atmosphere all year round, Ooty is frequented by visitors from all over the world. Some visited sites are Ooty lake and a trek to Doddabetta Peak. These places offer some of the best sceneries and provide visitors with a much-required adrenaline rush.
10 - Ooty – Mysore
Drive to Mysore & check-in a hotel.In the evening, visit Chamundi Hill. Atop this hill, there is a 4.8m high statue of Nandi the Bull, and Mahishasura (Demon king) statue. Visit Maharaja Palace built in Indo-Saracenic Style where the gold throne is displayed during the Dasara celebrations. Visit Art Gallery in Jaganmohan Palace houses a huge collection of ceramics, sandalwood, ivory, stone, antique furniture and ancient musical instruments.
11 - Mysore – Bangalore
Today drive to Bangalore & on arrival, check in at your hotel. Visit ISKCON temple built in Indo-European architectural design, Lalbagh and Vidhana Soudha, a massive building housing the state Legislature and the Secretariat. Government Museum, one of the oldest museums in the country followed by a visit to Tippu’s Palace, a summer retreat of warrior king Tippu Sultan.
Evening is free for your own activities and return to the hotel for overnight stay.
12 - Bangalore – Tirupati
Morning checkout and drive to Tirupati.
Tirupati is one of the most favourite sacred destination in the World. You can get the blessings of Lord Venkateshwara at Tirupati and bring all your vision to Truth. On arrival check in at your hotel. Night stay is in Tirupati
13 - In Tirupati
Morning have blessings of Tirupati Balaji Temple. Evening is to explore your own activities .Night stay is in Tirupati
14 - Tirupati – Thiruvannamalai
Morning check out and drive to Thiruvanamalai
Built in the traditional Dravidian style of architecture, the temple complex houses many halls and the most popular one is the thousand-pillared hall, which was constructed during the Vijayanagar period (1336-1646). Have blessings of holy temple. Â Overnight stay in Thiruvannamalai.
15 - Thiruvannamali – Mahabalipuram
Morning checkout and drive to Mahabalipuram which is nestled along the shores of one of the largest bays in the world, the Bay of Bengal.
Mahabalipuram temple draws inspiration from the sea and its naturally occurring rock formations. This complex of three separate shrines was constructed under the patronage of the Pallava king Nrasimhavarman II Rajasimha, who ascended the throne in 700 C.E. and ruled for about twenty years.
16 - Mahabalipuram - Chennai Depart
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Have your breakfast and get prepared for a full day excursion tour. Start your day with visit to Gateway of India and the very famous Taj Hotel. You can further proceed to the Prince of Wales Museum and en route to Mumbai High Court and University. You can go for the picturesque view of Marine Drive and Hanging Garden. Pay a visit to Chhatrapati Shivaji Terminus railway station from outside to get the exquisite beauty of the monuments. Later, visit Tower of Silence from outside and Mani Bhavan (which tends to be the house of Mahatma Gandhi). Pay a visit to Jain Temple, World Trade Centre, and Jehangir Art Gallery. You can cover Nehru Planetarium and Haji Ali.
Welcome
Have your breakfast and get prepared for a full day excursion tour. Start your day with visit to Gateway of India and the very famous Taj Hotel. You can further proceed to the Prince of Wales Museum and en route to Mumbai High Court and University. You can go for the picturesque view of Marine Drive and Hanging Garden. Pay a visit to Chhatrapati Shivaji Terminus railway station from outside to get the exquisite beauty of the monuments. Later, visit Tower of Silence from outside and Mani Bhavan (which tends to be the house of Mahatma Gandhi). Pay a visit to Jain Temple, World Trade Centre, and Jehangir Art Gallery. You can cover Nehru Planetarium and Haji Ali.
Tour Terms & Conditions
- Until 90 days prior to arrival – 30% of the deposited amount
- Between 89 days to 60 days prior to arrival – 40% of the deposited amount
- Between 59 days to 0 days prior to arrival – NO REFUND
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