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SOUTH INDIA NATURE & DEVOTION  
   
Bangalore – Mysore – Ooty – Kodaikanal – Madurai – Rameswaram – Kanyakumari – Trivandrum – Kovalam – Trivandrum – Hometown

13 Nights – 14 Days
 
   
 

01 Day: Arrival Bangalore

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

02 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.

03 Day: Bangalore – Mysore (140 Kms - 3 ½ hours)

After breakfast check out the hotel and drive to Mysore. On arrival transfer to the hotel, after lunch visit to local market, evening visit to Brindavan gardens & spectacular musical fountains. And visit to flower and sandal wood market, handicraft museum. Overnight at the hotel.

04 Day: Mysore

Morning after breakfast drive to Mysore is the Sandalwood and Incense Capital of the World & some of India's finest Crafts, such as Printed Silk, Inlaid, Furniture and Ivory Carvings are also found here. Also known as the city of Palaces, Mysore retains a quaint charm that never fails to enchant. Afternoon Sight seeing trip to visit 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 followed by visit at St. Philomenas cathedral - folklore museum - visit the Art Gallery; drive up to Chamundi hill to see Chamundeshwari Temple and a panoramic view of Mysore. On the way back, see the Nandi Bull. Overnight at the hotel.

05 Day: Mysore – Ooty (170 kms – 4 hrs)

After breakfast checkout and drive to Ooty, en route pass through the forest areas of Bandipur & Mudumalai Sanctuaries, on arrival transfer to the hotel. After relaxation, enjoy the beauty of this hill station. Ooty is fondly 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. 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.

06 Day: Ooty – Kodaikanal (235 kms 6-7 hrs)

After breakfast, drive to Kodaikanal. On arrival transfer to the hotel. Rest of evening free for leisure. Later in the evening visit Kodai Lake one of the major attractions. Over night stay at Kodaikanal.

07 Day: Kodaikanal

Morning after breakfast take a sightseeing tour visiting, Coaker's Walk -Some of the best views of the plains can be seen from here. Bryant Park- situated on the eastern side of the lake, it is noted for flowers, hybrids and rafts, Kodai Astrophysical Observatory, Bear Shola Falls- An ideal picnic spot located 1.6-km from the lake, which can be reached by a picturesque, rugged hill path. Fairy Falls, Pillar Rocks -three boulders standing shoulder - to - shoulder vertically measuring to a height of about 122 meters, providing a panoramic view. Green Valley View and Silver Cascade Waterfalls. After sightseeing return to the hotel for overnight stay.

08 Day: Kodaikanal – Madurai (150 kms – 3 hours)

After breakfast checkout and drive to Madurai on arrival transfer to the hotel. Later after rest visits Gandhi Museum, Government Museum, Koodal Alagar Temple and Vandiyur Mariamman Teepakulam where annual boat festival takes place. Overnight at the hotel in Madurai.

09 Day: Madurai

After breakfast, visit to 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, later visit Tiruparankundram Murugan Temple, Palamuthirsolai Murugan Temple. Also visit the Tirumal Nayak’s Palace, which is in a highly decorative monument. Its enormous roofed arcade supported by 48 – foot high stone pillar, still stands. Overnight at Madurai.

10 Day: Madurai – Rameshwaram (172 kms 4 hrs)

Morning after breakfast checkout and drive to Rameshwaram. On arrival transfer to the hotel. Often referred to as the ‘Island of Prayer’, and also considered to Varanasi of the South this major pilgrimage center is on an island in the Gulf of Mannar. Most of the town’s places to stay and eat are cluttered around the Ramanathaswamy Temple. Built in the 12th century AD, the temple with its awe-inspiring corridors, and the longest in India. Evening free for leisure and Relaxation. Overnight at Rameshwaram.

11 Day: Rameshwaram – Kanyakumari (250 kms – 6 hrs)

Morning after breakfast checkout the hotel and drive to Kanyakumari. On arrival transfer to the hotel. Watching sun set from here is the big attraction, especially on the full moon day in April, when it's possible to see both the setting sun and rising moon on the same horizon. Other attractions are Kumari Amman Temple, Gandhi Mandapam and Vivekananda Memorial. After visiting return to the hotel for overnight stay at Kanyakumari.

12 Day: Kanyakumari – Trivandrum – Kovalam (105 kms 2 ½ hours)

Today morning enjoy the capacitive sunrise at Kanyakumari, after breakfast, morning will be free for relax. Later drive to Kovalam, en-route you can take a short sightseeing trip to Trivandrum city, 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 proceed to Kovalam. Evening is free at leisure. Overnight at the hotel.

13 Day: Kovalam

Morning after breakfast the day is free for leisure and beach activities. Also you can enjoy the Ayurvedic massage and other activities. Overnight at the hotel.

14 Day: Kovalam – Trivandrum

Today morning will be free for relaxation. Later checkout the hotel and transfer to Trivandrum airport/Railway station for your journey to home town. On departure the tour concludes with happy memories.

TOUR COST:

Package Standard Deluxe Premium
INR USD

INR

USD

INR

USD

2 Pax

45600

1140

58000

1450

77,000

1925

4 Pax

45000

1125

57000

1425

75,000

1875

6 Pax

44000

1100

56000

1400

73,600

1840

Note:

  1. Above tour cost is valid till 31st September 2008.
  2. The above tour cost is on per person bases.

TOUR COST INCLUSIVE OF:

A) Hotels:

Destination

Standard Deluxe Premium
Bangalore Hotel Tricolor/ Similar Chancery Pavilion/ Harsha Park Inn Royal Orchid/ Taj Residency
Mysore Pai Vista/ Regaalis Southern Star/ Ramanashree Sandesh The Prince/ Royal Orchid
Ooty Ooty Fernhill/ Sterling Days Inn Nahar's Nilgiris/ Sinclairs Taj Savoy/ Fortune Sullivan Court

Kodaikanal

Dera Rawatsar/ Sugan Niwas

Alsisar Haveli/ Samode Haveli

Rajaputana Sheraton/Trident Hilton

Madurai

GRT Regency Fortune Pandiyan Taj Garden Retreat

Rameswaram

Mahadev Palace  Similar

Rang Mahal/Gorbandh Palace

Fort Rajwada/ Similar

Kanyakumari

Singaar International Singaar International   Singaar International

Kovalam

Swagath Holiday Resort/ Similar Uday Samudra/ Travancore Heritage Leela Kempinski beach Resort

Note:

  1. All hotels stay inclusive of Breakfast & all luxury taxes.
  2. Lunch, Dinner, Mineral Water & Alcoholic Beverage Charges Directly Payable by the Guest.

B) Transportation

Car (A/c)

Standard Deluxe Premium
2 Pax Tata Indica/ Ambassador

Tata Indigo/ Similar

Honda City/ Similar

4 Pax Chevrolet Tavera/ Similar Toyota Qualis/ Similar Mahindra  Scorpio/ Toyota Innova
6 Pax Toyota Qualis/ Similar

Mahindra Scorpio/ Toyota Innova

Tempo Traveler/ Similar

Note:

  1. A/c Car as per the package with English speaking driver for all transfers, sightseeing, city tour & intercity travel.
  2. Transportation cost is inclusive of driver allowance, fuel, vehicle insurance, parking charges, toll taxes etc

C) Other Services:

  1. English speaking guide at the time of sightseeing.
  2. Kathakali Dance presentation at Kochi.
  3. 1 Boat Cruise in Periyar.
  4. Houseboat stay, inclusive of all meal.

Note: Services other than mentioned above are directly payable by the Guest.

TOUR COST DOES NOT INCLUDE:

  1. Any International/ Domestic Airfare.
  2. Monuments Charges directly payable by the guest.
  3. Guide, Entry ticket, permits fees, boat/ferry ticket, camera ticket at various places of sightseeing.
  4. Government Services Tax 4.99% on total tour cost (except on Airfare)
  5. Meals unless specified.
  6. Expenditure pertaining to personal nature: Phone calls, drinks, mineral water, laundry, tips etc.,
  7. Mineral Water charges directly payable by the guest.
  8. Multilingual Guide Charges (On request).

TERMS & CONDITIONS

  1. A minimum of 02 persons are required.
  2. Children above the age of 12 years will be charged the applicable adult rates.
  3. Children above the age of 05 years will be charged the applicable extra bed rates.
  4. In case of an extra person, the third bed is a rollaway bed or cot.
  5. All Rates & bookings subject to availability
  6. All reservations are depending upon the availability of rooms at the time of your final confirmation.
  7. Reserve the rooms at an equivalent hotel, if the room is not available at hotels/resorts mentioned.
  8. Tour confirmation only on receipt of 25% of package cost.
  9. Full payment has to be made before the commencement of the tour.
  10. Cancellations received within 10 days of the scheduled arrival are not entitled to any refund.



 
   
   
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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