01
Day: Arrival Mumbai:
On arrival you will be welcome by our representative,
then transfer to the hotel where we have hold the
room on ready occupancy basis. Day free to rest and
relax. Overnight stay in 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.
