This is a personalised tour conducted in private cars for both business and leisure travellers and can start on any day as per the choice of our guests.
Bangalore- Mysore- Ooty- Kochi-Aleppey-Kovalam-Trivandrum
Duration: 11 nights/ 12 days
Tour Code: SI/ MEMSI
Itinerary
DAY 1: Arrival at Bangalore
Arrival at Bangalore where our representative will greet you and help you to check in at the hotel.
Bangalore the capital of the Southern state of Karnataka, is today Asia's fastest growing cosmopolitan city. It is home to some of the most high tech industries India . Blessed with a salubrious climate, gardens & parks, natural lakes, architectural landmarks, shopping malls, the best restaurants and pubs in this part of the globe, it is the ideal gateway to India and beyond.
Overnight at the hotel.
DAY 2: Full day sightseeing at Bangalore
After breakfast proceed for a full day sightseeing tour of attractions in and around Bangalore city. Places of interest- The Bull Temple, Government Museum, The Bangalore Palace and Fort, Lalbagh, Cubbon Park, and Vidhan Soudha. A trip to the IT city can be arranged on request. Overnight at hotel.
DAY 3: Bangalore to Mysore
140 Kms from Bangalore lies the abode of untold grandeur and glory. Mysore,the capital city of the Wodeyars has always enchanted its admirers with its quaint charm,rich heritage, magnificent palaces,beautifully laid-out gardens, imposing buildings, broad shady avenues and sacred temples. There's an old world charm about the city that reaches out and leaves no one untouched. World-renowned as the city of garden this beautiful city is a real gem of Karnataka. On arrival, check in at the hotel and overnight stay.
Day 4: Mysore
Full day sightseeing in and around Mysore city. Places of interest- Mysore Palace, Vrindavan Gardens, Chamundi Hills. After sightseeing there is an option of going for shopping as Mysore is famous for its best quality silk and Sandal wood products. Overnight at hotel.
Day 5: Mysore to Ooty
After breakfast proceed to Ooty. Headquarters of Nilgiri District, is perhaps the only all season hill station in India. The green hills, the cascading waterfalls and sparkling brooks, all make the hill stations a delight for the eyes of the city-weary. Ooty is an ideal hill station since it offers all this and much more. Check in and overnight stay at a hotel.
Day 6: Ooty
Full day sightseeing in and around Ooty. Places of interest- There are many places you can visit such as the Botanical Gardens, Lake, Lamb's rock, Dodabetta Peak, Coonoor, Sim’s Park, among many others. Overnight at hotel.
Day 7: Ooty to Kochi
This morning we take you to Kochi. Its natural situation among the waterways and backwaters is quite lovely, and along with the Indian buildings are many remnants of the three colonial occupations (Portuguese, Dutch, English) that it has undergone. As it has one of the best natural harbors on the Arabian Sea coast, Cochin has been a nexus of trade, and is now Kerala's commercial center. It's also quite a tourist attraction and knows how to make a visitor feel at home. Check in and overnight stay at a hotel at Kochi.
Day 8: Kochi
There are a number of sights in Kochi to hold the visitors interest. The older parts are Fort Cochinand Mattencherry. St. Francis Church, Santa Cruz Basilica and Chinese fishing nets are attractions in Fort area. The Palace of the Raja and The Jewish Synagogue are situated In Mattencherry. Overnight at hotel
Day 9: Kochi to Aleppey
After breakfast depart to
Aleppey which is just an hour away
. Aleppey, called Alappuzha lies on the edge of the great
Ashtamudi lake. With the Arabian Sea on the west and a vast labyrinth of lakes, lagoons and several freshwater rivers criss-crossing it, Alappuzha is a district of immense natural beauty.
Today, Aleppey has emerged as a Backwater Tourist Centre, beckoning thousands of foreign tourists each year. Aleppey is also famous for its Boat races, Houseboat Holidays, Beaches, Marine Products and Coir Industry. Every year, during August-September, Aleppey wakes up to the pulsating Nehru Cup Snake Boat Race, a water sport unique to Kerala.
Transfer to backwater resort at Aleppey. Overnight at resort.
Day 10: Aleppey to Trivandrum to Kovalam
This morning depart to Trivandrum now renamed as “Thiruvananthapuram” , an ancient city with tradition dating back to 1000 BC. The capital of the state of Kerala is a beautiful seaside city built on seven hills and is located on the west coast of India near the extreme south of the mainland.
Check into hotel at Kovalam. Rest of the day at leisure to relax and enjoy the beach. Overnight at hotel.
Day 11: Kovalam
Kovalam, is reckoned to be the most trendy beach retreat in India. A combination of three small beaches, Kovalam, meaning "a groove of coconut trees," is just 16 km from the state capital of Kerala - Thiruvananthapuram. The sheltered natural bay, the azure blue waters and the sumptuous spread of green palm groves make it a tropical paradise of sorts.
Earlier Kovalam was an anglers' paradise, but gradually transformed into a tourist spot of great interest. From sun bathing to swimming, Ayurvedic rejuvenation to yoga and meditation, herbal body toning massages to special cultural programmes and catamaran cruising, holidays in Kovalam is a tourist delight. The Kovalam lighthouse beach is where most visitors spend their time.
The day at leisure to enjoy the beach. Overnight stay at hotel.
Day 12: Trivandrum –Departure
After breakfast you will be dropped off at the Trivandrum Airport for your onward journey.
End of Tour and our Services.
Our Packages
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City
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Package 1
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Package 2
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Number of nights
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Bangalore
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Taj/ Le Meridian/ Similar
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St. Mark/ Central Park/ similar
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2
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Mysore
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Lalitha Mahal/ Southern Star/ similar
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Ramanasree/ Viceroy/ Similar
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2
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Ooty
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Gem Park/ Taj Savoy/ similar
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Sinclairs Ooty/ Similar
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2
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Kochi
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Le Meridian/ Trident/ Taj Residency/ Similar
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Avenue Regent/ Harbour View/ Renaissance/ Similar
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2
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Aleppey
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Lake Palace/ Punnamada/ similar
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Pagoda/ Keraleeyam/ similar
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1
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Trivandrum/ Kovalam
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Travancore Heritage/ Poovar/ Similar
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Samudra/ Best Western Swagath/ similar
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2
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Package includes
Accommodation on twin sharing Basis according to the chosen package.
Breakfast in all Hotels.
All Transfers.
Surface Transportation and Sightseeing in AC Vehicle.
AC Twin Sharing Houseboat cruise with all meals.
Package excludes
Any meals other than those mentioned above.
Any airfare or train fare.
Monument fees wherever applicable.
All optionals are chargable.
Any portage at airports and hotels, tip, insurance, wine, mineral water, telephone charges, guide charges, boating charges.
Any services not specifically mentioned in the inclusions.
Optionals
Tour can be extended on request.
Rooms can be upgraded as per request and availability.
Ayurvedic Massage.
Cultural Activities.
Boating in Thekkady and Ooty.
Backwater cruise in Aleppey and Kumarakom.
Sunset cruise in Aleppey, Kumarakom and Cochin.