01
Day: Arrival Mumbai:
On arrival at Mumbai International Airport you will
be welcomed by our representative then transfer to
the hotel where we hold the room on ready occupancy
basis. Overnight stay in Mumbai
02 Day: Mumbai:
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, Hanging Gardens, Return back to
the hotel for overnight.
Note: Elephanta Caves and Prince of Wales
museum are closed on every Monday.
03 Day: Mumbai - Bangalore
(By Air):
Today after breakfast you can go for city tour and
shopping any of shopping malls of Mumbai, Cross Road,
West Side, Fashion Street, which is in main Mumbai
city. Optionally you can shop at Inorbit in suburban.
Later in the afternoon transfer to the airport to
board scheduled flight for Bangalore On arrival transfer
to hotel. Rest of the evening you can visit the local
market and restaurants of the city to see the night
life of Bangalore. Return to the hotel for overnight
stay.
04 Day: Bangalore:
After breakfast check out and drive to Bangalore.
On arrival transfer to the hotel relax. Later take
a sightseeing tour of the city visiting 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. 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.
In the evening you can visit Ulsoor Lake. Overnight
at the hotel.
05 Day: Bangalore - Mysore
(140 kms - 3 hours):
Morning after breakfast time will be free for rest
and relaxation or optionally you can go for shopping
also. After lunch drive to Mysore. On arrival transfer
to the hotel. Evening visit to Mysore Zoo. In the
evening visit to Mysore Arts and Crafts Centre. Later
return to the hotel for overnight stay.
06 Day: Mysore:
Morning drive to Mysore via Srirangapatnam where you
enjoy a panoramic view of the Jain temples. On arrival
in Mysore check into your hotel. After relaxation
take a sight seeing tour visiting Maharaja Palace
built in 1911-1912. The Palace is harmonious syntheses
of the Hindu and saracenic style of architecture with
archways, domes, turrets, colonnades and sculptures,
which are magnificent. St. Philomena’s cathedral
- folklore museum - Brindavan Gardens & spectacular
musical fountains & Government Buildings, Later
drive up to Chamundi Hill to see Chamundeshwari temple
and a panoramic view of Mysore. On your way back,
see the Nandi Bull. Return to the hotel for overnight
at Mysore.
07 Day: Mysore - Ooty
(170 kms - 3 ½ hours):
After breakfast morning is free for shopping. After
lunch checkout the hotel and drive to Ooty, en route
optionally you can visit Bandipur & Mudumalai
Sanctuaries, on arrival transfer to the hotel. Evening
is free to enjoy pleasant atmosphere of “Queen
of hills” at Ooty. Overnight at the hotel.
08 Day: Ooty:
Morning after breakfast 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. Besides these, there are various
view points like 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. Overnight at Ooty.
09 Day: Ooty - Coonoor
- Ooty (Excursion 20 kms - ½ hour):
After breakfast drive to Coonoor, visiting Sim's Park,
there are also a number of individual tree specimens
planted all over the place, give a special charm to
the park, Dolphin's Nose, the Nose is a unique rock
of tremendous proportions which looks like a Dolphin,
Lamb's Rock commands a grand view of the Coimbatore
Plains, Laws Falls a paradise for Nature lovers. If
you love trekking visit to The Droog, used by as an
outpost by Tipu Sultan, stands 6,000 feet height overlooking
the plains, it is around 3 kms trekking, later drive
back to Ooty for overnight stay.
10 Day: Ooty - Cochin
(300 Kms - 8 hours):
After an early breakfast, Checkout the hotel and drive
to Cochin. On arrival transfer to the hotel. Rest
of the evening free for relax and leisure. Overnight
at the hotel.
11 Day: Cochin:
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.
12 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. 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). Overnight
at the houseboat.
13 Day: Kumarakom:
After breakfast, disembark from the houseboat and
drive to Kumarakom - for the nature-lover. Here in
this backwater town, you can laze in a canoe amidst
sylvan surroundings where the only presence is yours
and the egrets. Later visit at Kumarakom Bird Sanctuary,
located on the banks of the Vembanad Lake, to see
bird viewing where numerous species of birds, including
Darters, Bitterns, Brahminy kites, Marsh Harries,
Teals and several varieties of Herons roost are found.
For an inquisitive bird watcher, it is always advisable
to carry their binoculars at all times. Return to
hotel, Make sure you do not miss out on Karimeen and
fresh toddy the favourite fresh water food and the
local wine. Overnight stay at Kumarakom.
14 Day: Kumarakom - Munnar
(120 kms 3 ½ hours):
After an early breakfast drive to Munnar, on arrival
transfer to the hotel, Munnar is located at the Idukki
district of Kerala State in India. The word "Munnar"
means three rivers. 3 mountain streams (Madurapuzha,
Nallathanni and Kundala) are joining together here.
During the British rule in India, Munnar was the summer
resort of the Government officials. The natural beauty,
calmness and mild cold climate throughout the year
make it the favorite tourist places. There are about
30 tea plantations in and around Munnar. The tea estates,
hills, lakes and forests inside Munnar range exposes
it's beauty. The Munnar hills are covered by tea plants,
which make Periyar the feeling of seeing a wide green
carpet. Later take visit at Rajmalai Wild Life sanctuary
– this is the only sanctuary in India where
Indian Ibex’s are found, followed by visit at
Kannan Devan Hills from here you can have a panoramic
view of Munnar Tea Estates & the Lake of Munnar.
Overnight at the hotel.
15 Day: Munnar:
After breakfast you can opt to visit to Mattupetty
is famous for its highly specialized dairy farm, the
Indo-Swiss live stock project. Over 100 varieties
of high yielding cattle are reared here. Visitors
are allowed into three of the eleven cattle sheds
at the farm, followed by visit to Pothamedu which
offers an excellent view of the tea, coffee and cardamom
plantations in Munnar. The rolling hills, the lush
mountain and the breathtaking scenery here is ideal
for trekking and Long Mountain walks. Later visit
at Devikulam (7 km from Munnar). This idyllic hill
station with its velvet lawns, exotic flora and fauna
and the cool mountain air is a rare experience. The
Sita Devi Lake with its mineral waters and picturesque
surroundings is a good picnic spot. The lake is also
ideal for trout fishing. Return to the hotel for overnight
stay at Munnar.
Optionally you can visit Eravikulam National Park
(15 km from Munnar) the park is 97 sq. km, situated
in the Devikulam Taluk and is home to the Nilgiri
Tahr. Considering the ecological, faunal, floral,
geo-morphological and zoological significance, it
was declared as a National park in 1978. The park
is breathtakingly beautiful and is easily comparable
to the best mountain ranges found anywhere in the
world. Later return to the hotel for overnight at
Munnar.
16 Day: Munnar - Periyar:
(110 kms 3 ½ hours):
After breakfast checkout and drive to Thekkaddy, on
arrival transfer to the hotel, later visit at Periyar
Wildlife Sanctuary one of India's biggest wildlife
sanctuaries covering 777 sq. Km (300 Sq. miles) is
a Tiger Reserve. Its centrepiece, the man-made Periyar
Lake at the height of 2000 ft. covers 26 sq. km, running
through the forests of the Western Ghats in Kerala,
discover the park, animals found here include elephant,
sambar, gaur and wild animals found here include elephant,
sambar, gaur and wild boars and birds like ibis and
grey heron. The visit is done in a boat to view animals
with a bit of extra luck we may be able to see the
rare tiger as well. Later in the evening take a spice
plantation tour to see crops of cardamom, cinnamon,
pepper, coffee, tea estates etc. on your way back
to the hotel, you could stop at the local market and
pick up some fragrant spices. Overnight at Periyar.
17 Day: Periyar - Madurai
(140 kms 3 hrs):
After breakfast check out and drive to Madurai. On
arrival transfer to the hotel. After relaxation take
a sightseeing of Madurai visiting the Meenakshi Sundareshwar,
one of the largest temple complex in India built between
the 16th and 18th centuries. Apart from the estimated
33 million sculptures there, the temple is absolutely
absorbing with the endless rounds of ceremonies, prostration
of countless devotees and glittering market stalls,
followed by visit to Tirumalai Nayak Palace, Koodal
Alagar Temple and Vandiyur Mariamman Teepakulam where
annual boat festival takes place. Evening free for
leisure. Overnight at the hotel in Madurai.
18 Day: Madurai - Trichy-
Tanjore (160 kms 3 ½ hrs):
After an early breakfast checkout and drive to Tanjore.
En route visit to Trichy take sightseeing tour of
the city, most famous landmark of this bustling town
- the Rock Fort Temple, a spectacular monument perched
on a massive rocky outcrop, the Sri Ranganathanswami
Temple. This temple is one of the largest and most
interesting temple complexes in India, built on an
island in the middle of the Cauvery River and covering
a staggering 2.5 sq km and Jambukeshwara - Mysore
Temples. After visit continue to proceed to Tanjore.
On arrival transfer to the hotel. After relaxation
take a sightseeing tour of Tanjore visiting Brihadeshwara
temple, which was built by Raja and is termed as the
crowning glory of Chola temple architecture. This
temple is one of the monuments in India with World
Heritage listing. Also visit the Thanjavur Palace,
which was constructed in 1550 and has huge corridors,
spacious halls, observation and arsenal towers. Return
to the Hotel for overnight stay.
19 Day: Tanjore - Pondicherry:
(175 kms 4 hours):
After breakfast check out the hotel and drive to Pondicherry,
en route visiting south Indian villages and stopping
en route to see the lifestyle of Dravidian community.
After visit Continue to proceed to Pondicherry, on
arrival transferred to the hotel. Later sightseeing
of Pondicherry the world-famous Sri Aurobindo Ashram
is situated here. The Auroville complex is the brainchild
of "The Mother". The late French woman devotee
of Sri Aurobindo to whom the spiritual authority was
passed on after the death of Mr. Aurobindo. Then visit
Pondicherry museum, old city optionally one can go
for local market for shopping. Later return to the
hotel for overnight.
20 Day: Pondicherry -
Mahabalipuram (95 kms 2 hours):
After breakfast checkout and drive to Mahabalipuram.
On arrival transferred to the. After some relaxation
take a sightseeing tour of the city, built in the
7th century, this ancient city is said to be a sculptor's
delight, boasting of some of India's most sublime
rock-cut art, for which it is now a World Heritage
site, visit the seven pagoda-style Shore temples,
Rathas, Arjuna's Penance, Krishna Mandapa, Shore Temple,
Mahishasurmardini Cave, Varaha Mandapa and Mandapams,
lashed by the waves of the sea and the seven rathas
or temple chariots, a group of monolithic monuments
& animal figures carved out of solid rock, the
earliest known examples of Dravidian architecture.
They were constructed in a single century-long burst
of creative enthusiasm. Return to the hotel for overnight
stay.
21 Day: Mahabalipuram-Kanchipuram-Chennai
(130 kms 3 hours):
After breakfast drive to Kanchipuram (65 kms ½
hour drive), this is one of India’s seven sacred
cities and one of its loveliest temple towns also
known for its handloom silks, followed by visit to
temples Kailasnathar, Vaikuntaperumal, Ekambareshwara,
Kamakshiamma and Sakiswarar, you can do shopping of
silk cloth market and weavers homes. Later continue
to proceed to Chennai (76 kms 1 ½ hour drive).
On arrival transfer to the hotel. Evening free for
leisure. Overnight at the hotel.
22 Day: Chennai:
After breakfast take the city tour of Chennai, the
gateway of South India will put you in touch with
a different phase of India - Classical, Ancient, Gentle.
Chennai, the 4rth largest city in India. Spread over
50 miles and features a large and beautiful waterfront
on the Bay of Bengal. The British East India Company
established its first trading post at Chennai, and
in 1653 the company built Fort Saint George to protect
its position. Take 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
to flower and fruit market. Overnight at the hotel.
23 Day: Chennai - Goa
(By Air):
Morning after breakfast time is free for rest and
relaxation, then transfer to the airport to board
the morning flight for Goa. Assistance on arrival
and transfer to the hotel. Rest of the day is free
for relaxation and leisure at beach resort. Overnight
and dinner at the hotel.
24 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.
25 Day: Goa - Mumbai
(By Air):
Morning after the day is free to explore the beaches
of Goa, visiting the famous beaches of Goa like Anjuna
Beach, Colva Beach & Calangute Beach. Then transfer
to the airport to board the afternoon flight for Mumbai.
On arrival transfer to the hotel. Evening free for
leisure and relax and late night halt.
26 Day: Mumbai - Hometown
(By Air):
Early morning after breakfast transfer to the International
airport to board the scheduled flight for your hometown.
On departure the tour concludes with happy memories