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Kerala Karnataka Tour  
   

Best of Kerala and Karnataka

Mumbai - Goa - Bangalore - Mysore - Ooty - Cochin - Alleppey -
Kumarakom - Kovalam - Trivandrum - Chennai

13 Nights - 14 Days

 
   
01 Day: Arrival Mumbai:

Meeting and assistance on arrival at the International airport, our representatives welcome and escort you by a private car and transfer to the hotel, whilst the room keys and check-in is organized, our representative would hand over the documents and brief the tour programme to you. Overnight at the hotel.

02 Day: Mumbai - Goa (By Air):

After breakfast takes a sight seeing tour of Bombay, drive to Gateway of India and from here cruise by motorboats to Elephanta Caves. A flight of 100 steps takes you to the top of the hill where it is set. The caves houses large pillars that seem to hold the ceiling which is made of cross beams. The picturesque presentations of the 9 marvelous sculptured panels, set on the walls are awe-inspiring. The most famous of the panels is the Trimurthi, or triple-headed Shiva, where the God is depicted as the destroyer, the preserver and the creator. Later in the afternoon cruise back to Gateway of India, one can have lunch at the Taj Hotel or other several good Restaurants like Leopold & Mondegar serving continental cuisines. Later visit Prince of Wales Museum, Parliament House, Marine Drive, Jain Temple, and Hanging Gardens. After visit check out the hotel and transfer to the airport to board the flight OS 259 depart at 1615 hrs and arrives at 1715 hrs. On arrival transfer to the beach resort for overnight stay.

03 Day: Goa:

After breakfast, the day is free to enjoy the beaches and amenities available at the resort. You can take a sightseeing tour of Old Goa -10 km from Panjim, the basilica of Bom Jesus, the 16th century church dedicated to infant Jesus and enshrining the mortal remains of St. Francis Xavier, is one of the most important sight of Goa. The other Churches in the same area are St. Cathedral, with its vaulted interior, Church of our Lady of Rosary and Nunnery of St. Monica. The Aguada Fort built by the Portuguese commands the mouth of the Mondovi River and houses a lighthouse. And in the evening enjoy Cruise over Mondovi River. Overnight stay at hotel.

04 Day: Goa:

The day is free for leisure and relaxes as per the hotel packages, entertainment, sightseeing, and recreations. Overnight at the resort. Today you can go (of your own) for Carville Cruise for casino and entertainment. Return to the hotel for overnight stay.

05 Day: Goa - Bangalore (By Air):

Today after breakfast morning is free to explore Goa on your own or you can enjoy the services of the resort. Then transfer to the airport to board the flight for Bangalore IC 917 departs at 1445 hrs and arrive at 1540 hrs. On arrival transfer to the hotel. After some relaxation visit Lal Baugh - One of the many gardens in the city; it derives its name from the profusion of Red roses which are in bloom here, Cubbon Park - a garden laid down by Lord Cubbon in 1864. The ambience of the city life is broken with presence of such a large park in the center of the city. Return back to the hotel for overnight stay.

06 Day: Bangalore - Mysore (140 kms - 3 hours):

After breakfast visit to The Bull Temple - The 4.57 m high and 6.10 meters long image is carved out of single granite rock, Bangalore Palace - Built in the Tudor style and inspired by the Windsor palace, Vidhan Soudha - the Vidhan Soudha houses the state legislative assembly of state government, Tipu’s Palace - The summer palace of Tipu Sultan later followed by visit to Sri Gavi Gangadhareshwara Temple - The temple is natural monolith carved cave temple dedicated to Lord Shiva. After lunch drive to Mysore. On arrival transfer to the hotel. Then visit to St. Philomenas cathedral - folklore museum - Brindavan gardens & spectacular musical fountains. Return back to the hotel for overnight stay.

07 Day: Mysore - Ooty (170 kms - 4 hours):

Today morning after breakfast drive up to Chamundi hill to see Chamundeshwari Temple and a panoramic view of Mysore. On the way back, see the Nandi Bull. Also visit to the Palace of the Maharaja (Emperor) built in 1911 - 1912. The palace is of harmonious syntheses of the Hindu and saracenic styles of architecture with archways, domes, turrets, colonnades and sculptures which are magnificent. After lunch check out the hotel and drive to Ooty. En route optionally you can visit Bandipur & Mudumalai Sanctuaries. On arrival, transfer to the hotel. After rest, day is free to enjoy the beauty of this hill station. Ooty is 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. Later take a sightseeing tour of Ooty enjoy the scenic surroundings, the Botanical Garden a wealth of variety of plants that include different types of roses, imported shrubs, rare flowering plants, eucalyptus trees, several old trees and even a fossilized tree trunk that is 20 million years old, followed by boat rides and fishing, a visit to the Ooty Lake is a must. Overnight at Ooty.

08 Day: Ooty - Cochin (300 kms: 5 - 6 hours):

After a early breakfast optionally you can visit Lamb’s Rock, Kodanadu and Dodabetta Peak is the highest point in the district at a height of 2623 meters. Provided the day is clear, one can see as far as the plains of Coimbatore and the Mysore plateau. Later afternoon check out the hotel and drive to Cochin, on arrival transfer to the hotel. Overnight at the hotel.

09 Day: Cochin:

After breakfast take a sightseeing tour of the Kerala. Oasis state of Kerala & on to the Malabar Coasts & Kochi (formerly Cochin), one of the India's most colourful cities. This inter, connected series of Islands & shoreline presents a vivacious blend of Cultures & Religions; visit to Fort Cochin & St. Frances Church to see the town of Vasco da Gama. We also see the Jewish Synagogue & the Mattancherry "Dutch" Palace. This evening a memorable experience in any journey in Kerala is a Boat Trip along the Palm Fringed Lakes & Backwaters of the Area; we enjoy this extraordinary excursion today. As we sail along the shady canals we see cantilevered Chinese fishing nets. From our launch, we enjoy use of narrow produced - Laden dugouts & the everyday life of families living on narrow spits of land between the waters. In the evening enjoy the Kathakali, one of India's most famous Classical dances. Lavish Costumes & Exotic makeup & Masks intensify the beauty of the dancers, intricate moments. Overnight at Cochin.

10 Day: Cochin - Alleppey (64 Kms 1 ½ hrs) Backwaters tours through sailing boat to Kumarakom:

After breakfast checkout and drive for Alleppey, on arrival embark at the houseboat. The day for the journey of backwaters in the boat, through the tropical countryside enchanting backwaters of Alleppey by regattas (snake boats) for which Kerala is very famous, while sailing enjoy palm fringed narrow canals winding through the vast expanse of paddy fields and the neat tiny hamlets lined up along either side of the canals are panoramic sights one can never forget. The Chinese fishing nets, the reminiscent of our past trade links, are also found on the way. Flocks of duck swimming around the banks and tiny birds flying across the sky remains as enduring pictures reflecting the charm of this tourist land, you also enjoy fishing from the houseboats, evening enjoy sunset from the sun-deck of the houseboats, moving towards Kumarakom. Overnight at the houseboat.

Note: The Houseboats have generated electricity; sitting cum dinning area, separate bedroom with attached English toilets, sun deck and fully loaded kitchen with a Chef, and Srank (Driver)

11 Day: Kumarakom - Kovalam (140 kms - 3 hours):


After breakfast disembark from the houseboat. And drive to Kovalam through green coastal belt and cashew plantations. Check into the hotel. Day free to relax with the option of herbal oil massage. Overnight at Kovalam.

12 Day: Kovalam – Trivandrum - Cape Camorin- Kovalam (excursion 84 kms):

After breakfast take sightseeing tour of Trivandrum city, (16 kms) the capital of the state of Kerala is a beautiful seaside city built on seven hills. The famous Sri Padmanabhaswamy Swami Temple is dedicated to Vishnu and is a landmark in the city. Later drive to Cape Camorin also known as Kanya Kumari 85 kms, this place is at the tail tip end of India, one can see the 3 seas meet over here (Arabian Sea, Indian Ocean & bay of Bengal) on arrival visit Kumari Amman Devi Temple, Vivekananda Rock & Ashram, enjoy sunset over here & drive back to Kovalam for overnight.

13 Day: Kovalam - Trivandrum (16 kms - ½ hour) - Chennai (By Air):

After breakfast, morning will be free for relax. Later checkout the hotel and transfer to Trivandrum airport to board the flight for Chennai IC 932 depart at 1600 hrs arrival at 1710 hrs. On arrival transfer to the hotel for overnight stay.

14 Day: Chennai - Hometown:

Morning after breakfast takes a sightseeing tour of Chennai visiting Marina Beach, the second longest beach in the world. The St. George Fort, built in 1653, is currently used as the state government’s secretariat, Santhome Cathedral was built around 14th-15th century and is another colonial structure worth visiting. Dedicated to Lord Shiva, the Kapaleeswara Temple is the oldest temple in Chennai. Another important temple in the city dedicated to Lord Krishna is Parthasarthy Temple. The Snake Park has a large collection of snakes and many other reptiles. Evening optionally you can visit flower and fruit market. Later transfer to the international airport to board the flight for your hometown. On departure tour concludes with happy memories. 
 
   
 
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Important Note:

1. Customized Tour:
Above tour programme can be customized, as per the preference by the guest in terms of arrival dates, departure dates and destinations, no. of days etc., it will be your individual tour not sharing with other person or a group tour.

2. Our Services:
We provide individual customized tour packages with 2, 3, 4, 5, 5 star deluxe hotels as well as standard and luxury heritage hotels and palaces with air - conditioned car accompanied by English speaking driver through out the tour (right from your pick up from the airport till you departure to home town) for all transfers, sightseeing, intercity travel, city tour with services of English/multilingual guide, domestic air/train ticketing, special interest tour with all kind of travel related services.

3. Tour Cost:
Tour cost depends on 3 major factors: A) How many people are traveling together? B) Travel period, as the hotels are having different rates during low and high season. C) Preference of hotel category or budget per person per day.

4. Group Tours:
The above tour programme can be executed for group tours, if the guest or any travel agency forms a group in their own country. Conducting and forming a group tour in India with different nationals is not feasible.
 
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