Explore South India and Beaches20 Nights / 21 Days

Destinations Covered: Cochin, Ooty, Mysore, Hassan, Bangalore, Chennai,Mahabalipuram, Pondicherry, Thanjavur, Madurai, Periyar, Kovalam, Kanyakumari, Thirankpuzha, Alleppey, Cochin.

Day 01 : Arrive Cochin
Arrival to Cochin airport. You will be received from Cochin airport and transfered to your hotel. After some rest proceed on sightseeing tour of Cochin city. Visit the city's popular attractions the Jewish Synagogue, St. Francis Church, Dutch Palace and see the centuries old Chinese Fishing Nets. Explore the city by foot or get convenience on request. Overnight : At hotel in Cochin.

Day 02 : Cochin - Ooty
Climb through the Blue Hills, Nilgiri Hills to Ootacamund (Snooty Ooty!). Often referred to as the 'Queen of the Hill Stations' Ooty is waiting for your welcome. On arrival check into your hotel. Stroll the tea and spice plantations at Ooty and enjoy the views lush green surroundings from the hill top. Overnight : At hotel in Ooty.

Day 03 : Ooty (Ootacamund)
On day 3 in the morning amuse yourself with the miniature steam railway at Ooty (Ootacamund). Explore the place on foot, in the steam railway or convenience provided by us. Our representative will provide you assistance throughout the trip and they will be guide you too. Overnight : At hotel in Ooty.

Day 04 : Ooty - Mysore
Following breakfast in the morning drive to Mysore. En-route visit the Mudmalai and Bandipur National Parks which are home a variety of wildanimals. Besides wildlife, these historic places are laid down with a number of attractions. Overnight : At hotel in Mysore.

Day 05 : Sightseeing tour of Mysore
Day 5 is meant for full day sightseeing tour of Mysore. Explore the picturesque palaces and magnificent temples of Mysore on this day. Mysore Palace is the major attraction of Mysore. Mysore is also renowned as a centre of the sandalwood trade. Overnight : At hotel in Mysore.

Day 06 : Mysore - Hassan - Bangalore
After breakfast we head for Hassan via Sravanabelagola, sacred city for Jains. En-route visit the famous Meenakshi Temple. Following the sightseeing trip of Hassan we proceed next to Bangalore. On arrival check into your hotel. Evening will be free and at the disposal of the crew. Overnight : At hotel in Bangalore.

Day 07 : Bangalore - Chennai
On day seven following breakfast head for Chennai. Transfer to Bangalore railway station to catch a train to Chennai. You will be escorted to the station and the reservations will be pre arranged. On arrival to Chennai railway station transfer to hotel. Evening is free to relax or you may go for some sightseeing. Overnight : At hotel in Chennai.

Day 08 : Sightseeing tour of Chennai
Spend the whole day exploring the famous metropolitan city of India, Chennai. You can go for shopping or sightseeing in the city. Arrangements like tour trips to places of interest and shopping would be made on request. Overnight : At hotel in Chennai.

Day 09 : Chennai - Mahabalipuram
Following breakfast in the morning travel the famous beach at Mahabalipuram. En-route visit ancient temples at Kanchipuram. The uniquely carved and decorated temples of Kanchipuram will surely mesmerize you. Next move to Mahabalipuram, on arrival check into your hotel. Evening is free for personal activities. Overnight : At hotel in Mahabalipuram.

Day 10 : Mahabalipuram - Pondicherry
On day ten explore the rock cut caves at Mahabalipuram or Mammalapuram. In the evening proceed for Pondicherry. Upon arrival check into your hotel. Overnight : At hotel in Pondicherry.

Day 11 : Pondicherry - Thanjavur
From Pondicherry you will head for Thanjavur, through fertile Kaveri Delta. The place presents the culture and the glory of the bygone era. On arrival check into your hotel. After some rest visit the popular attractions of Thanjavur. Overnight : At hotel in Thanjavur.

Day 12 : Thanjavur - Madurai
In the morning after breakfast explore Thanjavur. Afternoon leave for the famous temple town of Madurai. Arrive and check into your hotel. Evening is free to explore the nearby attractions of the city. Overnight : At hotel in Madurai.

Day 13 : Sightseeing tour of Madurai
On day 13 your day will start with the visit to the famous pilgrim place, Meenakshi Temple. Evening will be free and at the disposal of the crew. Overnight : At hotel in Madurai.

Day 14 : Madurai - Periyar
Following breakfast drive westwards into the heartland of Kerala. Reach Periyar on the same day. On arrival check into your hotel. Evening is free for leisure activities.Overnight : At hotel in Periyar.

Day 15 : Full Day at Periyar
Explore Periyar by foot or convenience provided by us. A a boat trip will be organized on the popular Periyar Lake. While cruising through the Periyar Lake see a variety of wildanimals. Tigers and elephants are highlights of Periyar, you will be surely amazed after seeing the wildanimals in their natural habitat. Overnight : At hotel in Periyar.

Day 16 : Periyar - Kovalam
Early morning after breakfast drive to the popular tropical beach of Kovalam. These clean and sandy beaches provide for a number of popular beach activities. Pass the whole day on the beach side and enjoy the delectable sea-food at any beachside shack. Overnight : At hotel in Kovalam.

Day 17 : Kovalam - Kaniyakumari - Kovalam
Spend the day on the beach front, or opt for a visit to Kaniyakumari, the southern tip of India. After trip of Kaniyakumari, come back to Kovalam in the evening. Overnight : At hotel in Kovalam.

Day 18 : Kovalam - Thrikanpuzha
Following breakfast drive to Thrikanpuzha today in the morning. Reach Thrikanpuzha, Coir Village, and enjoy your time at one of the popular resorts. Explore local villages en-route to Quilon and meet with the local people. Overnight : At hotel in Thrinkanpuzha.

Day 19 : Thrikanpuzha - Alleppey
Experience the best of Kerala, a backwater cruise to Alleppey. Navigating through the shallow waters is quite fascinating and you will like it. Overnight : At houseboat in Alleppey.

Day 20 : Alleppey - Cochin
Following breakfast drive to the popular trade and commerce city Cochin. Evening is free for personal activities, you may also go for sightseeing trip of the city. Overnight : At hotel in Cochin.

Day 21 : Cochin Departure
Your tour ends today at Cochin and you will be escorted to your departure point. End of Service - Thank You for Giving Us an Opportunity to Serve You.