South India Tour Bharat Deko Packages by Cox and Kings

Dear friends,

Welcome to sojourning with the Best Domestic Tour Operator in India. We are proud
recipients of this title and award from Abacus TAFI TravelBiz Monitor Award in 2009.

The completion of 250 years of Cox and Kings is a major milestone for us and
we invite you to partake in this celebration. We present an extensive range of
holidays – be it traversing into the mountains in their pristine glory, trekking
sites and reliving history, relaxing on palm fringed beaches, spending quality time
in leisure along the back waters or allowing the mind to recreate the past glories
of our rich heritage within the luxurious comfort afforded in palace hotels and
resorts. Now is the time to commence packing your traveling gear and joining us in
our celebration.

Shefali Singh
Head - Bharat Deko

Krsna Mehta is a trained surface designer from Parsons. He has won four
Elle Décor Design Awards and is recently known for his work with Zeba,
Godrej and Good Earth. Sujan Das is a research scholar at the Tata Institute
of Fundamental Research who writes poetry at leisure and painting being one
of his hobbies. In the cover design they try to encapsulate the essence of India
in the form of a collage of paintings depicting various elements from across
the country.

Cover Design:
Cover Design:
Design:
Krsna Mehta & Sujan Das

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HONEYMOON

For matters of the heart, nothing works better than a great
location. Which is why, we have hand-picked select romantic
destinations for honeymooners and married couples, our special
compilation of an extensive range of holidays for the romantic
at heart – right from traversing into the mountains in their
pristine glory to relaxing on palm fringed beaches or spending
quality time in leisure along the back waters and experiencing
the luxurious comfort afforded in palace hotels and resorts, we
have it all. We’re sure, you’ll find the perfect romantic getaway
that brings your feelings to life. So start packing, its the time to
celebrate love and romance.

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WILDLIFE

Existing within a concrete jungle hardly ascertains the fact that
India has the second largest wildlife base in the world. Here in
the environs of the tropical forests of the Ghats, the Deccan
Peninsula, the Gangetic plain, the North Eastern Region and the
evergreen slopes of the Himalayas house an ample variety of
wild animals: tigers, snow leopards, elephants, antelopes, deer,
black bucks, bears, jackals, hyenas, wild buffalos etc.
Come and enjoy the cinematic exhibition during your sojourn in
the wilds. The highlights of these safaris are gripping jeep safaris,
treks, bird watching, wild life movies, photography workshops
and music renting the evening air around a bonfire.
You have our full support to shoot tiger at the well known
Manas, Ranthambore, Bandhavgarh and Kanha national parks,
the one-horned rhinocerous in the Kaziranga reserves or the
nearly extinct white lion at the Sasangir Sanctuary but through
the camera lens alone!

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ADVENTURE

For those who want to break free from their otherwise mundane
life routine, we offer a series of adventure holidays: short
weekend stimulation or longer period of adventurous activity.
The Himalayan ranges intimidate and enthrall you into a state
of stunned silence. These majestic mountains have quite a few
spectacular pursuits to offer an adventurer, be it mountaineering,
rock climbing, trekking or river rafting.
Breathe in nature in the raw on a camel safari or in a jungle.
Paragliding exudes an inexplicable sense of thrill for those who
reach out to experience new heights. Gliding down a ski slope,
water rafting down cascading streams pushes the adrenalin levels
of people who dare. Windsurfing, sailing, scuba diving bring in a
sense of fulfillment for water babies.
Holiday camps help you to connect and appreciate the bounty
of nature.
There is always something for everyone - those who dare, the
nature lovers, the scenic seekers and the bold adventurers.

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PILGRIM

India since ancient times has earned the celebrated linkage with
salvation and rebirth, astrology and holistic healing sought in
the temples or monasteries, where saints and sages abound in
the corridors of these hallowed places. The walls of these holy
places reverberate with the tinkling sounds of the bells and the
resonant chants fill the air……
Cox and Kings offers an assortment of packages suited to
rejuvenate mental and spiritual faculties of a pilgrim.
Whatever your beliefs, creed, class or caste, our pilgrim tours
cut across all barriers.
Come participate in our tours across the length and breadth
of India - Vaishnodevi, Haridwar, Rishikesh or Char Dham in
the North, the Navgraha temples or Rameshwaram, Tirupati or
Puttaparthi in the South, the temples of Puri in the East, the
Dilwara temples or the temples in Palitana and the renowned
resting seat of Shri Sai Baba in Shirdi in the West. An aura
of inner peace and calmness will surely engulf you on our
pilgrim tours.

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WELLNESS

Health, as it is stated most aptly, is wealth beyond measure.
The stress that runs high levels by the hour, day or year can bog
down an otherwise carefree individual .
India is renowned for its ancient but nevertheless natural
medicine and techniques to distress and detoxify. Ayurveda,
Yoga, and meditation are the key features that India offers for
purging the mind and body of toxins.
On our wellness tours, a course of simple exercises to tone the
system and cure minor ailments is readily available.
Rejuvenate within the environs of the flora and the fauna and
energise yourself.
The focus is on hikes, walks, organic food, spirituality, meditation,
yoga and natural therapy. Special rejuvenation programs at
most places include body purification, slimming, and stress
management. Beauty care programs such as special rejuvenation
massages, fruit or herbal oil massages and medicated steam
baths are also available to our clients.
Pamper yourself to the hilt and avail of this opportunity to
fructify your lifespan.

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CONFERENCES

Breaking away from the monotonous confines of the walls of
an office, is indeed a definite way to stimulate and energize
employees.
An exposure to our land’s rich and varied heritage in art and
architecture and craftsmanship in different mediums goes along
with the effectual healing touch of many a scenic landscape.
Let Cox and Kings organize your meetings, incentives and training
programs, conferences, conventions and exhibitions taking care
of all your requisites.
We assure you that all amenities and conveniences will be made
available. Fun and relaxation will go hand in hand to allow work
objectives to reach a maximum level.
We could work together to plan your conference followed by pre
and post tours allowing you to visit India.

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EDUCATIONAL
TOURS

Moving beyond scholastic timetables on organized tours, Cox
and Kings promotes a period of activity when leadership skills,
team spirit, impromptu decision making, time management,
growth of trust and self confidence are put to the test.
Bharat Deko tours ensure that every wakeful minute is well
spent participating in activities suited to one’s choice.
The adventurous could indulge in river rafting, camel and
jeep safaris.
Races and relays, presentation of skits on the spur of the
moment, musical evenings, treasure hunts and kite flying makes
for time well spent towards personal development.
We incorporate the goals and objectives of a school in total
consultation with the school principal and the teachers in
charge. We assure that transfers are smoothly managed and
hotels which are child-centric.
The learning process continues within the fringes of fun.

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CORPORATE
INCENTIVES

Employee motivation is imperative to organizational success.
Cox and Kings works together in ensuring that you show your
appreciation for your team.
For the 250th year anniversary, Cox and Kings has offered
unconventional destinations all over India as incentives for
achievers.
Unexplored beaches, fascinating forests, exciting wildlife and
destinations that offer an invigorating climate and exquisite
cuisine that reflects the traditions and customs of the region.
Cox and Kings with their extensive collaborations with airlines
and hotels in exquisite locations will make your travel stress
free.
We also customize packages like sight-seeing, shopping and
theme dinners to make the accompanying spouses feel special.
Let Cox and Kings provide a rewarding experience to allow you to
appreciate team performance.

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EVENTS

Organizing newfangled theme based events - conventions
and conferences, product launches, fashion shows and gala
award nights, is our speciality, accrued solely on our extensive
experience, a network based on a trustworthy collaboration and
an exhaustive knowledge of the entertainment industry.
Our acumen in all the modules of a successful event from
branding to presentation, inclusive of complex lighting and
audio visual equipment, effectual state of the art décor brooks
no compromise whatsoever. Each event is carefully devised and
diligently planned and executed to the last detail by our creative
and customer - service teams.
We have amassed an impressive clientele who repeatedly
approach us for new events while our technical know how, ability
to deliver and reputation, go a long way in extending our services
to many more.
For events with an edge look no further …….. depend on us -
Cox and Kings.

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HAPPY
TRAVELLERS

Cox and Kings holidays are what happy lasting memories are
made of. Do you belong to a special interest group or are you
on the organizing team of a group that needs to travel together?
Enjoy with your family and friends; pick the places you want to
visit, decide on the hotels (premium or budget), food, space,
entertainment and budget. School, college groups, clubs, family
parties, corporate incentives or conferences, or other special
interest groups, we have just what you are looking for. And it
can be less expensive than you imagine at great value and a
great price !
Here, we share some of our traveller’s experiences with you…

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SOUTH INDIA In this land of temple spires, the devout and the connoisseur
of art both pay homage. There’s the Brahadeeswara Temple
at Tanjore constructed so that the shadow of its 81.3 ton
monolithic cupola never falls on the ground or the Meenakshi
temple at Madurai dedicated to the fish-eyed goddess. Choose
between the Nizam’s splendours of Hyderabad, the garden
city of Bangalore, sandalwood-scented Mysore or the spice and
surf of Kerala. Along the way drink in and absorb the stylized
elegance of Bharata Natyam, the story-telling art of Kathakali or
the martial-art grace of Kalaipattu. Lose yourself in the strange
and beautiful ruins at Hampi, inhale the scent of eucalyptus
from the Nilgiri hill-stations of Ootacamund or Kodaikanal.
Feast your eyes on Chinese fishing nets. Or catch a glimpse of
France in attractive Pondicherry. Finally join the procession of
gloriously bedecked elephants or celebrate the sun set and moon
rise at the same time on a full moon evening at Kanyakumari –
India’s Lands END.

Gateway to the Deccan Highlands 130
Spectacular Vizag 131
South India Delight 134
Images of South India 135
Hills of Southern India 136
Experience South India 137
The Golden Chariot 138
Southern Odyssey 142
Colours of Kerala 150
Glorious Kerala 151
Enchanting Kerala 152
Kerala Kaleidoscope 153
Best of Malabar 154

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ANDHRA PRADESH - GLORIOUS
REMNANTS OF THE PAST
HYDERABAD • RAMOJI FILM CITY • WARANGAL • SRISAILAM
• VISAKHAPATNAM (VIZAG)

Andhra Pradesh exists in its fertile coastal plains, semi has some of the best forms of temple architecture. The
arid Deccan plateau and the lofty hillscapes of the Eastern 1000-pillared temple and the Ramappa Temple in the
Ghats. Exquisite crafts, glorious remnants of the past, district are glowing examples of the exquisite architecture
vibrant festivities, irresistible delicacies coupled with patronized by the Kakatiyas. The main attractions are the
charming features of the people and the sonorant mother Planetarium, Musical Garden, Rock Garden, Archeological
tongue Telugu leave behind indelible impressions. Museum and the Sanskruti Vihar.

HYDERABAD SRISAILAM
Hyderabad - a natural and sophisticated blend of old and new The Brahmaramba Mallikarjuna Swamy Temple houses one
where the old ‘Nawabi’ life style competes with the modern. of the twelve Jyotirlingas, which are natural stone formations
City’s major tourist attractions – Salarjung Museum, the in the shape of a linga. Built in the 12th century during
largest one-man collection of art and artifacts, Birla Mandir, the rule of the Kalyana Chalukyas, the temple received
Snow World, Laser show, Mecca Masjid, Charminar – the patronage from the Kakatiyas. The temple is situated in
landmark of Hyderabad, the Laad Bazaar – famous for its the Srisailam-Nagarjun Sagar Tiger Reserve. The Reserve is
Hyderabad jewellery and boating in the Hussainsagar Lake, home to wildlife such as tigers, panthers, jackals, striped
sailing past the monolithic statue of Buddha. hyenas, small Indian civet as well as various species of deer
and reptiles.
RAMOJI FILM CITY
A dream world created for the celluloid on a sprawling 1000 VISAKHAPATNAM (VIZAG)
acres, with every imaginable set and location – Ramoji Film Vast stretches of beaches right next to the city on one side
City on the outskirts of Hyderabad offers facilities to produce and undulating green hills on the other side have made Vizag,
any kind of movie. Apart from sets, there are hotels where a tourist heaven. The main attractions are the Simhachalam
tourists can stay within the complex and explore this magical temple, Rishikonda Beach, the Dolphin’s Nose hillock
world on their own. This is supposed to be the largest and projecting into the sea, the INS Kusura – the only submarine
amongst the most comprehensive and professionally planned museum in India and the first in Asia, Thotlakonda – a
film production centre in the world surpassing the size and Buddhist site and the Kailasagiri Park – located atop a hill
facilities of the Universal Studios of Hollywood. gives you a bird’s eye view of the city. On the outskirts of
the city is Araku Valley inhabited by 19 tribes where you can
WARANGAL visit a tribal habitat museum, a traditional tribal village and
Warangal was once the heartland of Telugu culture and finally the Borra Caves where million years old stalactite
the capital of the Kakatiya rulers. However, today it still and stalagmite form will fascinate you.

IMPORTANT NOTE
Weather & Clothing Apr - Sept Oct - Mar
Plains 37 - 44°C (Light Cotton) 24 - 29°C (Light Cotton)
Low Hills 25 - 33°C (Cotton) 10 - 17°C (Light Woollen)
High Hills --NA-- --NA--
Best Season to Travel Hills: April to September Plains: October to March
Rainfall The annual average rainfall in A.P is 950 mm Monsoon in Andhra Pradesh is during June to Sept.
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GATEWAY TO THE
DECCAN HIGHLANDS
8 DAYS / 7 NIGHTS - EX – HYDERABAD

Hyderabad • Warangal
• Ramoji Film City • Srisailam

Day 1: Arrive Hyderabad Day 6: On to Srisailam (110 kms / approx.
Welcome to Hyderabad, the City of Pearls. On arrival at 3 hour drive)
Hyderabad airport or railway station, begin your tour of Today, you will depart for Srisailam. On arrival, you will
‘Gateway to the Deccan Highlands’. You will be met check into your hotel. Later, visit the famous Mallikarjun
and transferred to your hotel. In the evening witness the Swami Temple, one of the 12 ‘Jyotirlingas’ situated
sound and light show within the Golconda Fort. amidst thick forests and atop the Rishabgiri Hill.

Day 2: In Hyderabad Day 7: On to Hyderabad (235 kms / approx.
This morning proceed on a sightseeing tour of the city. 6 hour drive)
The evening is free for shopping for pearls and bangles Today, you will drive to Hyderabad and check into your
in the local market or you can enjoy a boat ride in the hotel. The rest of the day is free for some last minute
Hussainsagar Lake (on direct payment basis). shopping or some sumptuous Hyderabadi cuisine.

Day 3: On to Warangal (145 kms / approx. Day 8: Depart Hyderabad • Return home with
3 ½ hour drive) happy memories
This morning, proceed to Warangal - once the capital Today bid farewell to your ‘Gateway to the Deccan
of the Kakatiya rulers. En route enjoy a sightseeing tour Highlands’ tour, as you are transferred to Hyderabad
visiting the Ramappa Temple, Pakhal Lake and sanctuary airport or railway station for your onward journey.
around the lake. On arrival into Warangal, check into your
hotel. Later, proceed to the Goddess Bhadrakali Temple. WE VALUE AND WELCOME ANY SUGGESTIONS
YOU MAY WISH TO SHARE WITH US.
Day 4: On to Ramoji Film City (180 kms / approx.
4 hour drive)
Today, you will proceed to ‘Ramoji Film City – RFC’. On
arrival, check into your hotel. Later, explore this magical
film city by bus (courtesy RFC).

Day 5: On to Nagarjun Sagar (141 kms / approx.
4 hour drive)
This morning, proceed to Nagarjuna Sagar housing the
world’s tallest masonry dam across River Krishna. Visit
the Island Museum by an air-conditioned cruise and the
130 Anupu Buddhist site. Later, check into your hotel.

SPECTACULAR VIZAG
5 DAYS / 4 NIGHTS – EX VIZAG

Vizag • Araku Valley

Day 1: Arrive Vizag arrival into Araku, check into your hotel. The rest of the
Welcome to Visakhapatnam (Vizag), the Port City of day is at leisure.
India. On arrival at Vizag airport or railway station, begin
your tour of ‘Spectacular Vizag’. You will be met and Day 4: On to Vizag via Borra Caves (148 kms /
transferred to your hotel. In the afternoon, proceed on a approx. 4 hour drive)
city tour of Vizag visiting the only submarine museum in Today you will proceed to Vizag. En route, visit the
India, the INS Kusura set-up on the Rama Krishna Beach. brilliantly illuminated Borra Caves where old stalactite
Thereafter, visit Dolphin’s Nose Point, Kailasagiri Park. and stalagmite formations form naturally sculpted
splendours. Offerings are given by visitors to Lord Shiva
Day 2: In Vizag who is seen in the form of natural stone lingas. On arrival
Today you will enjoy an excursion to Simhachalam into Vizag, check into your hotel.
Temple, a renowned pilgrimage spot dedicated to Sri
Varaha Lakshminarasimha Swamy and thereafter, visit Day 5: Depart Vizag • Return home with happy
the beaches at Rishikonda and Bhimlee. memories
Today bid farewell to your ‘Spectacular Vizag’ tour,
Day 3: On to Araku Valley (112 kms / approx. as you are transferred to Vizag airport or Vizag railway
3 hour drive) station for your onward journey.
This morning, you will drive to Araku Valley, en route
enjoying a breathtaking view of the valley and waterfalls. WE VALUE AND WELCOME ANY SUGGESTIONS
In the afternoon, visit the Tribal Habitat museum. On YOU MAY WISH TO SHARE WITH US.

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KARNATAKA - UNSPOILED BEAUTY
MYSORE • COORG • BANDIPUR NATIONAL PARK
• UDHAGAMANGALAM (OOTY) • KODAIKANAL

Vast coffee and tea plantations, verdant tropical forest and sambhar, squirrels, porcupine and many species of birds
lagoons canopied by coconut trees, racing rivers, sparkling can be seen at Bandipur National Park. The Mudumalai
streams, colourful temples characterize Southern India. Wildlife Sanctuary is located in the Nilgiri Hills. The hilly
Explore the unspoiled beauty of the South. terrain of the Western Ghats, clothed in dense mixed and
moist deciduous forests make Mudumalai a most attractive
MYSORE wildlife reserve.
Mysore is known as cultural capital of Karnataka. It was the
capital of the Maharajas of Mysore and is called the “City UDHAGAMANDALAM (OOTY)
of Palaces”. The Mysore Palace of the Wodeyar family, the Ooty – ‘The Queen of Hill Stations’ is the most popular
Sri Jayachamarajendra Art Gallery with its collection of hill station in South India. A visit to Ooty is a soul stirring
priceless Raja Ravi Varma paintings, the beautiful Brindavan experience. The major attractions – Botanical Garden which
gardens, the historic St.Philomena’s Church, the Chamundi covers area over 22 hectare, Ooty Lake – an artificial lake
Hill with its temple of Goddess Chamundeshwari are all for boating, the Doddabetta Peak (in Nilgiris) the highest at
popular attractions of Mysore. It is a shoppers delight for 2634 m, Coonoor – a small town with and equable climate
Mysore silk sarees and sandalwood items. that has scenic tea estates, Sim’s Partk Botanical Garden
and Dophin’s Nose – a view point located about 12 kms
COORG from Coonoor near Tiger Hill.
Acres and acres of tea & coffee plantations, orange groves,
lush green valleys, misty hills and breathtaking views KODAIKANAL
together make Coorg an unforgettable holiday destination. Kodaikanal is the most popular charming hill station which
‘Raja’s Seat’ is a great place from where one can enjoy an mesmerizes any visitor and is frequently visited all through
unforgettable and spectacular sunset. Another attraction is the year. Kodai stands amidst sylvan beauty on the southern
the 19th century Madikeri Fort located in the centre of the crest of upper Palani hills near Madurai in Tamilnadu with
city houses a temple, a chapel, a prison, a small museum its rocks, wooded slopes, bracing air, long stretches of lush
and a beautiful sight to behold is the Abbey Falls 8 kms green forests, gigantic trees. The Kodai Lake is a 24 hectare
from Madikeri. lake created in 1863 Bryant’s Park is noted for its flowers,
both hybrids and grafts and the pillar rocks located 7 ½
BANDIPUR NATIONAL PARK kms from the lake where three boulders stand shoulder to
This wildlife sanctuary in Karnataka is a part of Project Tiger. shoulder, vertically measuring 122 mtrs. About a kilometer
The thick undergrowth of the Bandipur forest makes seeing from the lake, Coaker’s Walk runs along a steep slope on
a tiger here a rare sight. However, pugmarks and tiger calls the southern side of Kodai, offering some of the finest views
are commonly seen and heard. Elephants, monkeys, chital, of the plains.

IMPORTANT NOTE
Low Hills 25 - 30°C (Light Cotton) 20 - 26°C (Light Cotton)
Karnataka plays host to rainfall during June to September. Western coast receives 1500 mm of rainfall. The climate
Rainfall
becomes humid during this period.

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SOUTH INDIA DELIGHT
7 DAYS / 6 NIGHTS – EX BENGALURU

Kodaikanal • Ooty • Mysore

Day 1: Arrive Bengaluru • On to Mysore (143 kms Day 5: On to Kodaikanal (260 kms / approx.
/ approx. 3 hour drive) 6 ½ hour drive)
Welcome to Bengaluru, the Silicon Valley of India. On Today, your picturesque journey continues through the
arrival at Bengaluru airport or Bengaluru railway station, Palani Hills to another scenic hill-station, Kodaikanal for
begin your tour of ‘South India Delight’. Proceed on a stay of two nights. On arrival, check into your hotel.
a drive to Mysore. En route, visit Srirangapatnam - the The evening is at leisure.
capital of Hyder Ali and his son Tipu Sultan. Arrive
Mysore and check into your hotel. In the evening visit the Day 6: In Kodaikanal
Brindavan Gardens. Today, enjoy your sightseeing tour of Kodaikanal visiting
the Pillar Rocks, Coaker’s Walk and the magnificent Bear
Shola Falls. In the afternoon spend some time in Bryant
Day 2: In Mysore
Park and enjoy boating on the beautiful Kodai Lake (on
This morning, proceed on an excursion to visit one of the
direct payment basis).
best-preserved Hoysala Temples at Somnathpur. In the
afternoon, visit the famous Mysore Palace. The rest of the
Day 7: On to Coimbatore (146 kms / approx. 4 ½
day is free to explore the handicraft centres, shopping for
hour drive) • Return home with happy memories
silk or sandalwood articles in the local market.
Today bid farewell to your ‘South India Delight’ tour as
you are transferred to Coimbatore airport or Coimbatore
Day 3: On to Ooty (170 kms / approx. 4 hour
railway station for your onward journey.
drive)
Today, your picturesque journey continues into the blue WE VALUE AND WELCOME ANY SUGGESTIONS
Nilgiri Hills, past tea plantations to Ooty. En route visit YOU MAY WISH TO SHARE WITH US.
the Chamunda Temple on the hill in the outskirts of
Mysore. On arrival, check into your hotel. The rest of the
day is at leisure.

Day 4: In Ooty • Excursion to Coonoor (35 kms /
approx. 1 hour drive)
This morning, enjoy a tour of the ‘Queen of the Blue
Mountains’, that includes a visit to Dodabetta Peak for a
spectacular view. Later, drive to Coonoor and visit Sim’s
Park and Dolphin’s Nose Point. In the afternoon visit the
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IMAGES OF
SOUTH INDIA

Mysore • Bandipur • Ooty

Day 1: Arrive Bengaluru • On to Mysore (143 kms Day 5: In Ooty • Excursion to Coonoor (35 kms /
/ approx. 3 hour drive) approx. 1 hour drive)
Welcome to Bengaluru, the Silicon Valley of India. This morning, you will enjoy a tour of the ‘Queen of the
On arrival at Bengaluru airport or Bengaluru railway Blue Mountains’, that includes a visit to Dodabetta Peak
station, begin your tour of ‘Images of South India’. for a spectacular view. Later, drive to Coonoor and visit
You will proceed on a drive to Mysore. En route, visit Sim’s Park and Dolphin’s Nose Point. In the afternoon,
Srirangapatnam - the Capital of Hyder Ali and his son visit the Botanical Garden and walk along the popular
Tipu Sultan. Arrive Mysore and check into your hotel. In Ooty Lake. You can enjoy a boat ride in the Ooty Lake
the evening, visit the Brindavan Gardens. (on direct payment basis).

Day 6: On to Coimbatore (95 kms / approx. 3 ½
Day 2: In Mysore
hour drive) • Return home with happy memories
This morning proceed on an excursion to visit one of the
Today, bid farewell to your ‘Images of South India’
best preserved Hoysala Temples at Somnathpur. In the
tour as you are transferred to Coimbatore airport or
afternoon, visit the famous Mysore Palace. The rest of the
Coimbatore railway station for your onward journey.
day is free to explore the handicraft centres, shopping for
silk or sandalwood articles in the local market.
WE VALUE AND WELCOME ANY SUGGESTIONS
YOU MAY WISH TO SHARE WITH US.
Day 3: On to Bandipur / Mudumalai (90 kms /
approx. 3 hour drive)
Today you will proceed to Bandipur National Park /
Mudumalai Wildlife Sanctuary, where on arrival you will
check into your lodge. In the afternoon enjoy a jungle
safari by jeep / elephant and feel the thrill of spotting
various species of animals and birds.

Day 4: On to Ooty (84 kms / approx. 2 hour drive)
Today, your picturesque journey continues into the blue
Nilgiri Hills as you drive past the steep hills covered with
lush green tea and coffee plantations to Ooty. On arrival,
check in to your hotel. The rest of the day is at leisure
to relax in the beautiful surroundings of your hotel or to
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HILLS OF
SOUTHERN INDIA
6 DAYS / 5 NIGHTS - EX COIMBATORE

Ooty • Kodaikanal

Day 1: Arrive Coimbatore • On to Ooty (95 kms / arrival, check into your hotel. The evening is at leisure.
approx. 3 ½ hour drive)
Welcome to Coimbatore, the Textile capital of South Day 4: In Kodaikanal
India. On arrival at Coimbatore airport or Coimbatore Today, enjoy your sightseeing tour of Kodaikanal visiting
railway station, begin your tour of ‘Hills of Southern the Pillar Rocks, Coaker’s Walk and the magnificent Bear
India’. Proceed on a picturesque journey into the blue Shola Falls. In the afternoon, spend some time in Bryant
Nilgiri Hills, past tea and coffee plantations to Ooty, Park and enjoy boating on beautiful Kodai Lake (on direct
where on arrival you will check into your hotel. The payment basis).
rest of the day is at leisure to explore this beautiful
hill station. Day 5: In Kodaikanal
The full day at leisure to relax within the beautiful
Day 2: In Ooty • Excursion to Coonoor (35 kms / surroundings of your resort or you can enjoy a bicycle ride
approx. 1 hour drive) or horse ride on the slopes of this charming hill-station
This morning, you will enjoy a tour of the ‘Queen of the (all activities on direct payment basis).
Blue Mountains’, that includes a visit to Dodabetta Peak
for a spectacular view. Later, drive to Coonoor and visit Day 6: On to Coimbatore (146 kms / approx. 4 ½
Sim’s Park and Dolphin’s Nose Point. In the afternoon, visit hour drive) • Return home with happy memories
the Botanical Garden and walk the popular Ooty Lake. Today bid farewell to your ‘Hills of Southern India’
tour as you are transferred to Coimbatore airport or
Day 3: On to Kodaikanal (260 kms / approx. Coimbatore railway station for your onward journey.
6 ½ hour drive)
Today, your picturesque journey continues through the WE VALUE AND WELCOME ANY SUGGESTIONS
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EXPERIENCE
SOUTH INDIA
5 DAYS / 4 NIGHTS - EX - BENGALURU

Bengaluru • Mysore
• Coorg • Mangalore

Day 1: Arrive Bengaluru • On to Mysore (143 kms drives through the mountains of the Western Ghats
/ approx. 3 hour drive) driving past the evergreen deciduous vegetation to
Welcome to Bengaluru, the silicon valley of India. Coorg. On arrival, check into your hotel. The rest of the
On arrival at Bengaluru airport or Bengaluru railway day is at leisure.
station, begin your tour of ‘Experience South India’.
You will proceed on a drive to Mysore. En route, visit Day 4: In Coorg
Srirangapatnam - the capital of Hyder Ali and his son, Enjoy a day of fun exploring this pretty coffee town. The
Tipu Sultan. Arrive Mysore and check into your hotel. In
best way to enjoy Coorg is to take a bicycle rickshaw tour
the evening visit the Brindavan Gardens.
(on direct payment basis) visiting the Omkareshwara
Temple, the Madikeri Fort and Abbey Falls.
Day 2: In Mysore
This morning, proceed on an excursion to visit one of the
Day 5: On to Mangalore (136 kms / approx. 4 hour
best-preserved Hoysala Temples at Somnathpur. In the
afternoon, visit the famous Mysore Palace. The rest of the drive) • Return home with happy memories
day is free to explore the handicraft centres and shopping Today bid farewell to your ‘Experience South India’
of silk or sandalwood articles in the local market. tour as you are transferred to Mangalore airport or
Mangalore railway station for your onward journey.
Day 3: On to Coorg (120 kms / approx.
4 hour drive) WE VALUE AND WELCOME ANY SUGGESTIONS
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THE GOLDEN CHARIOT

Bengaluru • Kabini
• Mysore • Hassan • Hospet
• Badami • Goa

Day 1: Arrive Bengaluru • Board ‘The Golden experience the facilities onboard. Palanquins are available
Chariot’ train for those who cannot take the climb by themselves. This
Welcome to Bengaluru, the Silicon Valley of India. On is available to the passengers at no extra cost). Return to
arrival at Bengaluru Airport or railway station, begin the Golden Chariot. Later, proceed on a sightseeing tour
your tour of ‘The Golden Chariot’. You will be met of Belur and Halebid. In the evening, depart for Hospet.
and transferred to your hotel. Later, proceed on a city
tour of Bengaluru visiting Tipu’s Palace, Bull Temple and Day 5: On to Hospet
Lal Baugh. Late in the evening, arrive at Yeshwantpur This morning on arrival in Hospet, proceed on a
Station, where you will experience a traditional Indian sightseeing tour of Hampi, Virupaksha Temple, Queen’s
welcome and will be escorted to your respective cabins Bath, Elephant Stables and local crafts Bazaar. Later
onboard The Golden Chariot and depart for Mysore. in the afternoon, visit Royal Enclosure, Hazara Rama
Temple and Illumination at the Vittala Temple.
Day 2: On to Kabini / Bandipur (80 kms / approx.
3 hour drive) Day 6: On to Goa via Badami
In the morning drive to Kabini / Bandipur Jungle Resorts. Early in the morning depart for Badami. Later, visit Badami
In the afternoon, proceed for a Jungle / Boat Safari. In the Caves and Pattadakal. In the afternoon, depart for Goa.
evening, enjoy watching a wildlife film at the Jungle Resort. In the evening enjoy the facilities onboard like the spa,
gymnasium and other facilities.
Day 3: On to Mysore (80 kms / approx. 3 hour drive)
In the morning, check out and depart for Mysore and Day 7: In Goa
get back onboard The Golden Chariot. In the evening, Today, visit the famous churches of Old Goa, Sola Souto
visit Mysore Palace and Srirangapatnam. Later enjoy a Maior (an Old Portuguese house). In the afternoon,
cultural show at the Brindavan Gardens. visit Sahakari Spice Plantation, Ponda for a tour of the
spice farm. Later, proceed to Utorda Beach. In the night,
Day 4: On to Hassan • Excursion to Belur and depart for Bengaluru.
Halebid (38 kms / approx.1 ½ hour drive)
Early in the morning, depart for Hassan. On arrival, Day 8: Return home with happy memories
proceed on a sight-seeing tour visiting Shravanabelagola, Today bid farewell to your ‘The Golden Chariot’ Tour
having the world’s tallest monolithic standing statue of as you arrive at Yeshwantpur railway station in Bengaluru
Lord Bahubali. (Note: This has a climb of 640 steps to for your onward journey.
experience the architectural marvel. Only those who can
undertake this are advised to do so. Guests unwilling to WE VALUE AND WELCOME ANY SUGGESTIONS
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TANTALISING TAMILNADU
CHENNAI • PONDICHERRY • TANJORE • MADURAI • RAMESHWARAM

Tamilnadu is a land where traditions and culture live in from different nationalities, faith and beliefs live in peace and
harmony and is truly a living tradition of music and dance! harmony. It’s a tranquil land that embodies spirituality.
Tamilnadu is a home to many natural resources, temples of
Dravidian architecture, hill stations, beach resorts and multi TANJORE
religious pilgrimage sites. Its capital and largest city is Chennai Tanjore or Thanjavur was the royal city of the Chola Kings
(formerly known as Madras till 1996). The Coromandel Coast who made it their capital and Tanjore continued to flourish
along the Bay of Bengal boasts of many ideal locations for during the rule of the Nayaks and the Mahrattas. Tanjore
sun and surf. The breathtaking sights as you travel within was at the height of its glory Rajaraja Cholan. The famous
Tamilnadu will hold you spellbound. Brihadeshwara Temple constructed by Rajaraja Cholan, is an
architect’s marvel, a finest contribution to Dravidan temple
CHENNAI architecture. Tanjore is known as Granary of South India, it
Chennai holds a large cultural event, the annual Madras lies in the deltaic region of river Calvary and rice grows in
Music Season, with performances by hundreds of artists. abundance and it is known as “Rice Bowl of Tamil Nadu”.
The city has a vibrant theatre scene and is an important
centre for Bharatanatyam, a classical dance form. The fort MADURAI
St.George remains one of the city’s important landmarks and Madurai is known as “The Temple City”. It is the cultural
serves as the Government Secretariat today. Kanchipuram capital of Tamilnadu. On the day the city was to be named
‘The Golden town of Temples’ has shrines dating back to 200 as Lord Shiva blessed the land and its people, devine
BC – Chola period. Mammalapuram – is sculptors delight, nectur (madhu) was showered on the city and the city was
Arjuna’s Penance, Krishna Mandapam, Varha Mandapam and henceforth known as Madurapuri. Madurai is famous for
the famous shore temples. jasmine flowers.

PUDUCHERRY RAMESHWARAM
Puducherry, former French colony, known as the French Riviera Rameshwaram, a town in Ramanathpuram, is a major pilgrim
of the East has a rich French cultural heritage and the French centre. a small island in the Gulf of Manner at the very tip
legacy is visible in the well-planned town, neatly laid roads, of the Indian peninsula. Lord Ram built a bridge Ram Setu
wide and vibrant beaches. At Chunnamar 8 kms from the (also known as Adam’s Bridge) across the sea to Lanka to
town along Cuddalore Main Road lies this stretch of tropical rescue Sita from her abductor Ravana. It is a holy place where
paradise “Plage Paradise” (Paradise Beach). Puducherry’s Lord Rama on his return from Sri Lanka, offered prayers and
mystic spirit found a great resurrection in the 20th century performed a religious ceremony to Lord Shiva to absolve his
with the establishment of Sri Aurobindo Ashram. The Church sin in killing Ravana. Both the Shaivites and the Vaishnivites
of the Sacred Heart of Jesus, noted for its Gothic architecture visit this pilgrimage centre which is known as “Varanasi of the
and stained glass panels, depicts the life of Jesus Christ and South”. The famous Ramanathaswamy Temple is renowned
Puducherry’s landmark, Auroville located just 20 kms north of for its magnificent corridors and massive sculputed pillars. The
Puducherry was founded as a Universal Town, where people 3rd corridor of the temple is the longest one in the world.

IMPORTANT NOTE
Tamil Nadu gets all its rains from northeast monsoons between October & December. The average annual rainfall is 141
Rainfall
between 635 & 1905 mm.

SOUTHERN ODYSSEY
7 DAYS / 6 NIGHTS - EX CHENNAI

Chennai • Tirupati • Puducherry
• Tanjore • Chennai

Day 1: Arrive Chennai your hotel. The rest of evening is at leisure.
Welcome to Chennai, India’s fourth largest city. On
arrival at Chennai airport or railway station, begin Day 7: Depart Chennai • Return home with happy
your tour of ‘Southern Odyssey’. You will be met and memories
transferred to your hotel. In the afternoon, proceed on Today bid farewell to your ‘Southern Odyssey’ tour, as
a city tour of Chennai visiting Fort St. George, Church, you are transferred to Chennai airport or Chennai railway
the Kapileshwara and the Mylapore Temple and finally station for your onward journey.
Marina Beach, the second longest beach in the world.
Recommended Add On Package
Day 2: On to Tirupati (150 kms / approx. 4 hour drive) 3 Days / 2 Nights - Madurai
This morning, drive to Tirupati. On arrival, check into
your hotel. In the afternoon, visit the Balaji Temple for Day 6: On to Madurai (160 kms / approx. 4 hour drive)
darshan of Lord Venkateshwara. This morning, proceed to the colourful city of Madurai,
where on arrival you will check into your hotel. In the
Day 3: On to Puducherry (275 kms / approx. afternoon, enjoy a sightseeing tour of Madurai, the prime
7 hour drive) attraction being the Meenakshi Temple, a riotously
Today, you will drive to the city of Puducherry. On arrival, baroque example of Dravidian architecture.
check into your hotel. In the afternoon, visit the township
of Auroville and the Church of the Sacred Heart of Jesus. Day 7: In Madurai • Day Excursion to Rameshwaram
(176 kms / approx. 4 hour drive)
Day 4: In Puducherry Today, you will proceed on an excursion to the famous
The day is at leisure to explore the city that has a rich holy city of Rameshwaram. Visit various temples including
French cultural heritage. Ramnathswami Temple, Kodandramswamy Temple and
the island of Danushkodi. Later, return to Madurai.
Day 5: On to Tanjore (177 kms / approx. 4 hour drive)
Today, proceed to Tanjore. In the afternoon, visit the Day 8: Depart Madurai • Return home with happy
famous Brihadeeshwara Temple built in the 10th century, memories
the Palace, housing the Tamil University Museum, the Art Today bid farewell to your ‘Southern Odyssey’ tour, as
Gallery and the Saraswati Mahal Library which houses palm you are transferred to Madurai airport or railway station
leaf and paper manuscripts. The evening is at leisure. for your onward journey.

Day 6: On to Chennai (350 kms / approx. 9 hour drive) WE VALUE AND WELCOME ANY SUGGESTIONS
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MERIDIEN
Situated on the backwaters amidst the sprawling coconut groves in 27 acres
of landscaped gardens. Centrally located on the NH 47, the rising industrial
hub of Cochin, 30 Km from the Cochin International Airport and 10 min
from the city centre. A hotel with a perfect blend of Business and Leisure. KOCHI

KAPTIVATING KERALA
COCHIN • MUNNAR • PERIYAR (THEKKADY) • BACKWATERS • KOVALAM

Kerala is located in South west of India. The Arabian Sea is ALLEPPEY – BACKWATERS
to the west of Kerala. A long shoreline with serene beaches, Alleppey – a town with picturesque backwaters, beaches,
tranquil stretches of emerald backwaters, lush hill stations canals, lagoons. One can enjoy a backwater cruise, lazing
and exotic wildlife, waterfalls, sprawling plantations, paddy in a small country boat as it meander through the tranquil
fields, exotic cuisine… all combined offer the traveler a network of water canals, riverine expanse of verdant coconut
unique experience. groves and lush green rice fields.

COCHIN KUMARAKOM
Cochin, Queen of Arabian Sea, is a vibrant city in the prosperous Kumarakom is a tourist village of Kottayam district in Kerala
state of Kerala and is hailed as “God’s own country”. It is and one of most beautiful villages in the world. Kumarakom
also referred to as “Gateway to Kerala”. It has emerged as is a birth sanctuary where many species of migratory birds
a commercial and industrial capital of Kerala. In the 15th visit. The place has expanses of mangrove forest, rice fields
century, the Portuguese, Dutch, French and British came to
and coconut groves. Kumarakom has a wide variety of
Kerala for trading spices, ivory and teak. The Mattencherry
houseboats which are used for tourists. There are elegant
Palace built in 1555 is worth a view for its coronation hall
special boats that take part in the boat races around Onam
and the murals depicting Ramayana, the Jewish Synagogue -
time. Kumarakom boat race is conducted in the big canal in
the oldest in Asia was built in 1568. It is perhaps the second
the centre near the market.
most important city on the west coast of India after Mumbai.
Cochin is proud of its world class port and international
KOVALAM
airport that link it to many major cities worldwide.
Kovalam means a grove of coconut trees and true to its
name the village offers an endless sight of coconut trees. A
MUNNAR
beach town, an evergreen and dreamy place, its high rock
Munnar is surrounded by vast jungles. Munnar’s vast sloping
promontory and calm bay of blue waters make this beach
areas are ideal for growing tea, coffee and cardamom
paradise a heaven for tourists from all over the globe. This
plantations. One can visit the Christ Church with its original
cove is also the safest place for swimming. At many coastal
fourteen rows of wooden pews, the Mattupetty lake which
places there are beautiful patches of coral reefs. The
is flanked by steep hills and woods. Munnar is essentially
underwater views, which are visible during snorkeling, are
a tea town. One of the prime attractions in Munnar is the
really marvellous. Surfing and swimming are among the other
Tata tea museum. Visitors to the museum can satiate their
water sports possible in Kovalam beach. An excursion to
curiosity on various stages of tea processing and production
Padmanabhapuram, the old palace of Rajas of Tranvancore
of black tea, dating back to the early 20th century.
gives one the opportunity to see the dome of Kerala’s fine
craftsmanship reflected in wood carvings, beautiful frescoes
PERIYAR OR THEKKADY
and stone sculpting.
Set in the heart of the Cardamom Hills of Kerala is Periyar
National Park and Tiger Reserve. Periyar is one of the 27
tiger reverses in India. The park has a picturesque lake at KOZHIKODE (CALICUT)
the heart of the sanctuary and herds of elephant, deers, Kozhikode formerly known as Calicut was the traditional
wild dog, barking deer, mouse deer, sambhar, gaur and wild capital of Northern Kerala. It is said that the name Calicut
boards can observed from the launches that cruise around is derived from the Malayalam word Koyil Kotta, ‘a fortified
the lake. The very best of spices such as cardamom, pepper, place’. It’s the most important city of Malabar region and
cinnamon, cloves, etc., can be purchased from the local a leading trading centre for timber, ivory, pepper, ginger,
spice market at Kumily village. Visitors can also visit a spice cinnamon, caradomon and other spices on the west coast
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plantation in the area. of India.

KAPTIVATING KERALA
WAYANAD • PALAKKAD • KANYAKUMARI

WAYANAD to be rich in flora and fauna. It is located in an extremely
Wayanad is one of the districts in Kerala that have been fragile and a unique preserve of tropical evergreen rain
able to retain its pristine nature. This green paradise is forests lying above the equator that causes the summer rains
nestled among the mountains of western ghat and is located in Kerala. Palakkad is known for its historical background
at a distance of 76 km from the nearest sea-shore of and the remnants of Tipu Sultan’s Fort. This place is blessed
Kozhikode. Wayanad offers a climate of the hill station and with mountains, forests, fertile valleys, rivers and mountain
a panorama of undulating hills and dales. Wayanad is a land streams.
of spices-Almost every crops such as coffee, black-pepper,
ginger, turmeric, cocoa, arecanut, tea, rubber, vanilla KANYAKUMARI
etc are grown here. Black pepper produced from this hill Kanyakumari also popularly known as Cape Comorin is located
station is famous in the world of spices because of its unique at a junction at the southernmost tip of India where the three
quality and aroma. This district of Kerala offers excellent water bodies, namely, Bay of Bengal, the Arabian Sea and the
wildlife viewing opportunities, an insight into tribal culture Indian Ocean meet. From here, one can see the sun rise from
evocative of earlier centuries, trekking and other adventure the Bay of Bengal and set in the Arabian Sea. Kannyakumari
activities, and a variety of remote monuments. The hills, has been named after the Goddess Kannyakumari Amman,
rocks and valleys which give shape to the very unique terrain a deity. Legend has it that the Goddess Parvati in one of
of Wayanad provide for exceptional adventure experiences. her incarnations as Devi Kanniya did penance on one of the
For wildlife enthusiasts and nature lovers, splendid scenic rocks of this land’s end to obtain the hand of Lord Shiva.
spectacle with hills appearing deep blue in bright sunlight The Gandhi Smarak Mandir and Vivekananda Rock Memorial
and mist covered most of the time. are additional tourist attractions. The Kanyakumari beach is
a beautiful sight with multi-coloured sand. The beach here
PALAKKAD does not really offer one the opportunity to sunbathe on soft
Palakkad is a land of palm trees and paddy fields. It’s known golden sands.

IMPORTANT NOTE
Monsoon in Kerala begins by the end of May or early June. Besides monsoon also reappears during the month of
Rainfall
October and lasts till December known as retreating rainfall average rainfall 2250-2500 mm.

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COLOURS OF KERALA
9 DAYS / 8 NIGHTS – EX- KOCHI

Kochi • Munnar • Thekkady
• Alleppey
• Kumarakom • Kovalam

Day 1: Arrive Kochi Periyar Sanctuary. Later, drive to the idyllic backwaters of
Welcome to Kochi, the most charming city of Kerala. Alleppey and board your houseboat.
On arrival at Kochi airport or Ernakulam railway station,
begin your tour of ‘Colours of Kerala’. You will be met Day 6: On to Kumarakom (51 kms / approx. 1 ½
and transferred to your hotel. Later, visit the St. Francis hour drive)
Church, the Mattencherry Palace, the Jewish Synagogue This morning, your houseboat will transfer you to
and Chinese fishing nets in Fort Cochin area. Kumarakom, popularly known as the rice bowl of Kerala.
A huddle of tiny islets on the Vembanad Lake, Kumarakom
Day 2: On to Munnar (130 kms / approx. 4 hour is a pictorial, unsoiled village. An incredibly stunning
drive) ecstasy of mangrove forests, pea green paddy meadows
This morning, proceed on a drive through the picturesque and coconut coppices intermingled with enthralling
countryside of Munnar. On arrival, check into your hotel. waterways and canals. The rest of the day is at leisure.
The rest of the day is at leisure. Relax yourself in serenity of your beautiful resort.

Day 3: In Munnar Day 7: On to Kovalam (190 kms / approx. 5 hour
Today, proceed for a tour of Munnar where you will drive)
enjoy visiting sections of old Munnar, which includes the This morning, you will drive to Kovalam. En route enjoy a
charming old Christ Church with its original fourteen boat ride at Alleppey. On arrival you will check into your
rows of wooden pews and the Tata Tea Museum. You hotel. The rest of the evening is free.
will also visit Mattupetty Lake which is flanked by steep
hills and woods and has been created by the small hydro- Day 8: In Kovalam
electricity dam there. The evening is at leisure. The day is at leisure. You can opt for a rejuvenating
ayurvedic body massage (on direct payment basis) or
Day 4: On to Thekkady (105 kms / approx. 3 ½ simply enjoy the facilities offered by the resort.
hour drive)
Today, drive to Thekkady (Periyar) the land of spice Day 9: On to Trivandrum (16 kms / approx. 45 minute
plantations. On arrival, check into your hotel. Later, walk drive) • Return home with happy memories
through the spice market in the Kumily Village. Today bid farewell to your ‘Colours of Kerala’ tour, as
you are transferred to Trivandrum airport or Trivandrum
Day 5: On to Alleppey (110 kms / approx. 4 hour railway station for your onward journey.
drive)
Early in the morning enjoy a boat cruise on Lake Periyar WE VALUE AND WELCOME ANY SUGGESTIONS
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GLORIOUS KERALA
7 DAYS / 6 NIGHTS - EX -KOCHI

Kochi • Munnar • Thekkady
• Alleppey • Kumarakom

Day 1: Arrive Kochi Periyar Sanctuary. Later, drive to the idyllic backwaters of
Welcome to Kochi, the most charming city of Kerala. Alleppey and board your houseboat.
On arrival at Kochi airport or Ernakulam railway station,
begin your tour of ‘Glorious Kerala’. You will be met Day 6: On to Kumarakom (51 kms / approx. 1 ½
and transferred to your hotel. Later visit the St. Francis hour drive)
Church, the Mattencherry Palace, the Jewish Synagogue This morning your houseboat will transfer you to your
and Chinese fishing nets in Fort Cochin area. resort in Kumarakom. The rest of the day is at leisure.
Relax yourself in serenity of your beautiful resort.
Day 2: On to Munnar (130 kms / approx. 4 hour drive)
This morning proceed on a drive through the picturesque Day 7: On to Kochi (60 kms / approx. 2 hour drive)
countryside of Munnar. On arrival, check into your hotel. • Return home with happy memories
The rest of the day is at leisure. Today bid farewell to your ‘Glorious Kerala’ tour as you
are transferred to Kochi airport or Ernakulam railway
Day 3: In Munnar station for your onward journey.
Today, proceed for a tour of Munnar where you will
enjoy visiting sections of old Munnar, which includes the WE VALUE AND WELCOME ANY SUGGESTIONS
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rows of wooden pews. You will also visit Mattupetty Lake
which is flanked by steep hills and woods and has been
created by the small hydro-electricity dam there. The
evening is at leisure.

Day 4: On to Thekkady (105 kms / approx. 3 ½
hour drive)
Today, drive to Thekkady (Periyar) from the land of tea
plantations to the land of the spice plantations. On
arrival, check into your hotel. The afternoon is at leisure
to walk through the bustling spice market in the Kumily
village or to visit spice plantations.

Day 5: On to Alleppey (110 kms / approx. 4 hour drive)
Early in the morning enjoy a boat cruise on Lake Periyar
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ENCHANTING KERALA
6 DAYS / 5 NIGHTS- EX KOCHI

Kochi • Munnar
• Thekkady • Alleppey

Day 1: Arrive Kochi Day 4: On to Thekkady (105 kms / approx. 3 ½
Welcome to Kochi, the most charming city of Kerala. hour drive)
On arrival at Kochi airport or Ernakulam railway station, Today drive to Thekkady (Periyar) the land of spice
begin your tour of ‘Enchanting Kerala’. You will be met plantations. On arrival, check into your hotel / resort.
and transferred to your hotel. Later visit the St. Francis The afternoon is at leisure to walk through the bustling
Church, the Mattencherry Palace, the Jewish Synagogue spice market in the Kumily Village.
and view the Chinese fishing nets in Fort Kochi area.
Day 5: On to Alleppey (110 kms / approx. 4 hour
Day 2: On to Munnar (130 kms / approx. 4 hour drive) drive)
This morning proceed on a drive through the picturesque Early in the morning, enjoy a boat cruise on Lake Periyar
(boats can be hired directly), to observe wildlife in the
countryside of Munnar. On arrival, check into your hotel. The
Periyar Sanctuary. Later, drive to the idyllic backwaters of
rest of the day is free to explore this quaint hill station.
Alleppey and board your houseboat.

Day 3: In Munnar
Day 6: On to Kochi (53 kms / approx. 1 ½ hour
Today, proceed for a tour of Munnar where you will
drive) • Return home with happy memories
enjoy visiting sections of old Munnar, which includes the
Today bid farewell to your ‘Enchanting Kerala’ tour as
charming old Christ Church with its original fourteen
you are transferred to Kochi airport or Ernakulam railway
rows of wooden pews. You will also visit Mattupetty Lake
station for your onward journey.
which is flanked by steep hills and woods and has been
created by the small hydro-electricity dam there. The WE VALUE AND WELCOME ANY SUGGESTIONS
evening is at leisure. YOU MAY WISH TO SHARE WITH US.

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KERALA KALEIDOSCOPE
5 DAYS / 4 NIGHTS- EX - KOCHI

Alleppey • Kumarakom
• Kovalam

Day 1: Arrive Kochi • On to Alleppey (60 kms / you are transferred to Trivandrum airport or Trivandrum
approx. 2 hour drive) railway station for your onward journey.
Welcome Kochi, the most charming city of Kerala. On
arrival at Kochi airport or Ernakulam railway station, Recommended Add On Package
begin your tour of ‘Kerala Kaleidoscope’. You will drive 3 Days / 2 Nights - Kanyakumari
through the picturesque countryside to Alleppey. On arrival
at the jetty, board your waiting houseboat. Explore the
Day 5: On to Kanyakumari (87 kms / approx.
countryside as you sail through the backwaters of Kerala.
2 hour drive)
Today continue on your journey to Kanyakumari jutting
Day 2: On to Kumarakom (51 kms / approx. 1 ½
into the confluence of three mighty oceans, the Bay
hour drive)
of Bengal, the Indian Ocean and the Arabian Sea.
This morning, your houseboat will transfer you to your
Romantics come here to witness setting sun and rising
resort in Kumarakom. The rest of the day is at leisure.
moon simultaneously. On arrival, check into your hotel
Just immerse yourself and relax in the serenity of your
for a stay of two nights.
beautiful resort.

Day 6: In Kanyakumari
Day 3: On to Kovalam (190 kms / approx. 5 hour
Today, you will visit the Kanyakumari Temple dedicated to
drive)
Goddess Parvati and the Gandhi Memorial. Later take a
This morning, drive to Kovalam where on arrival, you will
check into your hotel. The rest of the day is at leisure. ferry ride to Vivekananda Rock (on direct payment basis)
to visit the Vivekananda Rock Memorial - where the
Day 4: In Kovalam great philosopher went into meditation that transformed
The day is at leisure. You can opt for a rejuvenating him into one of the most charismatic spiritual leader of
ayurvedic body massage (on direct payment basis) or this country.
simply enjoy the facilities offered by the resort. You can
also opt for an excursion to Padmanabhapuram, Palace of Day 7: On to Trivandrum (255 kms / approx. 6 hour
the Rajas of the former Travancore, it’s a fine specimen drive) • Return home with happy memories
of Kerala’s indigenous style of architecture.(all activities Today bid farewell to your ‘Kerala Kaleidoscope’ tour,
on direct payment basis). as you are transferred to Trivandrum airport or Trivandrum
railway station for your onward journey.
Day 5: On to Trivandrum (16 kms / approx. 1 hour
drive) • Return home with happy memories WE VALUE AND WELCOME ANY SUGGESTIONS
Today bid farewell to your ‘Kerala Kaleidoscope’ tour as YOU MAY WISH TO SHARE WITH US. 153

BEST OF MALABAR
7 DAYS/ 6 NIGHTS- EX- KOCHI / KOZHIKODE (Calicut)

Kozhikode • Wayanad
• Palakkad

Day 1: Arrive Kozhikode • On to Wayanad (80 kms Palakkad. On arrival, check into your hotel/resort. The
/ approx. 2 ½ hour drive) rest of the day is at leisure or why not enjoy an ayurvedic
Welcome to Kozhikode, the main commercial city of massage in your resort (on direct payment basis).
Kerala. On arrival at Kozhikode airport or Kozhikode railway
station, begin your tour of ‘Best of Malabar’. You will be Day 6: In Palakkad
met and transferred to Wayanad where on arrival you will Today, you will visit the Palakkad Fort - also known as
check into your hotel. The rest of the day is at leisure. Tipu’s Fort, supposedly built to hasten communication
between Coimbatore and the West Coast, a Jain temple,
Day 2: In Wayanad the Malamphuza dam and garden. Enjoy a cable ride
Today, proceed on a full day tour visiting Lakkidi - the here in the garden (on direct payment basis).
gateway to Wayanad, Thamarasseri Ghat, Pookat Lake
- a beautiful natural fresh water lake surrounded by Day 7: Depart Palakkad OR On to Kochi (159 kms
evergreen forest and wooded hills, and the Ambalavayal / approx. 4 hour drive) • Return home with happy
Heritage Museum housing artifacts and belongings memories
of various tribes. This is reputed to be one of the best Today bid farewell to your ‘Best of Malabar’ tour, as
heritage museums in Kerala. you are transferred to Kochi airport or Palakkad railway
station for your onward journey.
Day 3: On to Kozhikode (80 kms / approx. 2 ½ hour drive)
This morning, drive to Calicut. On arrival, check into your WE VALUE AND WELCOME ANY SUGGESTIONS
hotel. In the evening enjoy a boat cruise on Lake Chaliyar YOU MAY WISH TO SHARE WITH US.
(on direct payment basis). THE ITINERARY CAN BE DONE IN REVERSE AS
WELL (EX KOCHI)
Day 4: In Kozhikode
This morning, you will proceed to Kappad Beach - a
historic beach where Vasco da Gama set foot on 27th
May 1498 A.D. thus discovering the trade route to India.
Also visit the Pazhassiraja Museum that displays ancient
mural paintings, antique bronze and old coins, models of
temples and the umbrella stones. The rest of the day is
at leisure.

Day 5: On to Palakkad (135 kms / approx. 3 ½ hour drive)
154 Today, you will proceed on a picturesque drive to

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Small Car
Car Name - Tata Indica

No. of Pax excluding Driver Baggage Capacity

Mid Size Cars
Car Name - Maruti Esteem


Car Name - Tata Indigo


Multi Utility Vehicles (MUV’s)
Car Name - Toyota Qualis


Car Name - Chevrolet Tavera


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Multi Utility Vehicles (MUV’s)
Car Name - Toyota Innova


Coaches
Mini - van Name - Tempo Traveller


8 Pax (10 Seater) 5 Big, 5 Small

Coach Name - Mini Deluxe Coach



Coach Name - Deluxe Coach



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