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South India Tour

(14 nights / 15 Days)

Day 01 – Mumbai

Arrive Mumbai apt and transfer to hotel. Mumbai is the bubblegum glamour of Bollywood cinema, shopping malls full of designer labels, cricket on the Oval Maidan, promenading families eating bhelpuri on the beach at Chowpatty. It's a city with vibrant street life, India's best nightlife, and a wealth of bazaars. Overnight at the Hotel.

Oct 02 – Mumbai

Full day free for independent activities & Sightseeing. Overnight at the hotel.

Day 03 – Mumbai / Goa

Transfer to Mumbai Apt to catch the flight to Goa. Arrive Goa Apt and transfer to the resort. Variously known as "Pearl of the Orient" and a "Tourist Paradise", the state of Goa is located on the western coast of India in the coastal belt known as Konkan. Rest of the day at leisure. Overnight at the resort.

Day 04 & Day 05 – Goa

Full day free for independent activities & Sightseeing. Overnight at the resort

Farmagudi Fort

Caves

Santa Monica cruise

Day 06 – Goa / Cochin

Arrive Cochin Apt /Railway station and transfer to the hotel by road. Check into the hotel. Afternoon proceed for half day Cochin Sightseeing at 1400 hrs. Visit the Dutch Palace- built by the Portuguese in 1557 and subsequently renovated by the Dutch after 1663. The murals are perhaps the best in India. Jewish Synagogue – built in 1568 and the oldest Synagogue in the Commonwealth is at Mattancherry. St. Francis Church – built in 1510 and the oldest European church in India, Chinese Fishing Nets- introduced by the court of Kublai Khan can be seen in Fort Cochin. Overnight at the hotel.

Casino hotel

Room

Chinese fishing nets

Day 07 – Cochin / Alleppey

After breakfast at the hotel transfer to Alleppey by road (75 kms / 1 ½ hrs). Around 1200 hrs check into the Traditional houseboat. It will be a unique experience in your lifetime. Cruising through the Vembanad lake enjoying the tranquil breeze. The Kerala delicacy prepared by the cook onboard as per your choice will be a different taste. Dinner and overnight at the Houseboat.

Houseboat

Lake

Room

Day 08 – Kumarakom

After breakfast at the houseboat check out from the houseboat at the backwater resort at 0900 hrs. The beautiful backwaters and the famous Kumarakom Bird sanctuary are the highlights of Kumarakom. Overnight at the resort.            

Backwater ripples

Swimming pool

Room

Day 09 – Kumarakom / Thekkady

After breakfast at the resort check out of the hotel and transfer to Periyar by road (190 kms / 4 ½ hrs). On arrival check in at the resort. Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary, one of the largest wildlife reserves in India, it occupies 777 sqkms of the Cardamom Hills region of the Western Ghatts. Periyar is one of the richest places for spice plantations. You can buy the best and fresh spices from here. Evening boat ride at the Periyar Lake. Dinner and overnight at the hotel.

Cardamom County

Room

Periyar boating

Day 10 – Thekkady

Full day at leisure for independent activities. Proceed for a Spice plantation tour to know how the spices are cultivated and processed. You could visit some local spice shops and buy home the best and fresh spices available. If interested in adventures could opt for a short jungle walk early in the morning depending on the availability. Dinner and overnight at the resort.

Periyar wildlife sanctuary

Day 11 – Thekkady / Madurai

After breakfast check out and transfer to Madurai by road (175 kms / 4 hrs). Madurai is famous for the Meenakshi temple. The sculptures and scriptings on the temple walls reflects the ancient period of Tamil rulers and Hindu Mythologies. The Museum and the Theppakulam are another famous monuments in Madurai.Overnight at the hotel.

Oct 12 – Madurai / Tanjore

After Breakfast transfer to Tanjore (220 kms / 4 hrs).Tanjore known as Thanjavur is famous for the temples and the musical heritage from the ancient times. The relics of ancient dynasties sing the magnificent glory of ancient kingdoms. Overnight at the hotel.

Meenakshi Temple

Thanjavur big temple

Sangam Lobby

Room

Day 13 – Tanjore / Trichy / Chennai

After breakfast check out and proceed to Chennai Enroute visiting Trichy and temples.(325 kms / N/A)Overnight at the hotel.

Day 14 – Chennai

Full day free for independent activities and sightseeing around Chennai city. Overnight at the hotel.

Day 15 – Chennai Departure

After breakfast check out and proceed to Airport for Departure transfer. Tour ends

Tour cost 4* Package

Particulars

FIT(5 PAX)

GIT(<10 Pax)

Per person on twin sharing basis

(Transport by A/C Car)

USD 2,068

Net Per Person

USD 1,928

Net Per Person

Hotels we use:

Ø      Mumbai

Quality Inn Parle Int’l www.choicehotels.com

(Room + Breakfast)

Ø      Goa

Casa De Goa www.casadegoa.com

(Room + Breakfast)

Ø      Cochin

Casino hotel www.cghearth.com

(Room + Breakfast)

Ø      Alleppey

Ac Houseboat

(Room + All Meals)

Ø      Kumarakom

Backwater ripples www.backwaterripples.com

(Room + Breakfast)

Ø      Thekkady

Cardamom County www.cardamomcounty.com

(Room + Breakfast)

Ø      Madurai

GRT Regency www.grthotels.com

(Room + Breakfast)

Ø      Tanjore

Hotel Sangam www.hotelsangam.com

(Room + Breakfast)

Ø      Chennai

Quality Inn Sabari www.choicehotels.com

(Room + Breakfast)

Tour cost includes:

v     All Accommodation in a dbl room as per the meal plan mentioned above.

v     All transfers and sightseeing by an A/C Car/Coach

v     All toll, parking charges, vehicle entrances, interstate charges

v     All applicable taxes including 4.94% Govt. service tax.

v     Local  English speaking guide.

Not included:

v     Domestic flights charges

v     Expenses of personnel nature & tips

 Medical, evacuation and trip cancellation insurance

v     Any expense other than mentioned above

*All hotels are subject to availability or else similar hotels will be provided.