Day 1: Arrive Banglore
Begin your tour.
Arrive into Bangalore
Welcome to Vardhman's "South India & Kerala Tour" ! On arrival
in Bangalore, you will be met and transferred by Vardhman's representative
to your hotel. Bangalore- Beautiful city filled with the tranquility of
its Greenery and now part of great Silicone valley)Relax for a the remaining
part of the day.Overnight :Hotel
Day 2: Bangalore
Morning after breakfast, proceed for sight-seeing of Bangalore Visit
Cubbon park, Lalbagh, Tipuâ's fort, Government museum, Venkatappa
Art Gallery, Bull temple, Viswesvaraya Industrial and Technological museum,
Ganesh temple, Gandhi Bhavan, Ulsoor Tank, Gavipuram Cave Temple, St.
Mary's Basilica Church, Auqarium, and a number of other places around
the city. This beautiful city lends its name to the district of Bangalore
to which the city is perceivably the capital of the state. Bangalore is
also called as Garden city due to its well laid parks and gardens. Overnight
:Hotel
Day 3: Bangalore - Mysore (139 Kms)
Early morning after breakfast, drive towards Mysore (Called Garden
city) stands by a rocky hill named after the goddess Chamundi. It is
the city of Palaces and museums. Upon arrival at Mysore check in at
Hotel. After refreshment visit Mysore. Visit includes, Mysore art &
craft centre, the beautiful Brindavan gardens illuminated during the
weekends and the chamundi temple overlooking the city. Overnight :Hotel
Day 4: Mysore - Ooty (158 Kms)
Morning after breakfast, drive towards Ooty -the Beautiful leading
hill resort of south India. Situated in the heart of the Nilgiris (Blue
Mountains), at the height of 2287 Mtr., it lies on a plateau and looks
like a vast park. Lofty hills add to the grandeur of the scenery. Its
climate is similar to summer in England. The terraced beautiful gardens,
which are landmark in Ooty. Ooty is also known for its tea & coffee
plantations. Upon arrival check in at Hotel. Acclimate yourself &
Enjoy this hill station. Overnight :Hotel
Day 5: Ooty
Breakfast at hotel explore Ooty. Visit the Tea plantations and cherish
the scenic beauty of Ooty. Visit the lake, Botanical Gardens, Conoor
Tea Gardens, Sim’s Park, Dolphin’s Nose. Later visit Film
shooting points & other points of interest or shopping etc.
Overnight :Hotel
Day 6: Ooty - Cochin (281 Kms)
This morning after breakfast, drive towards Cochin. By far the most
important place in Kerala for a commercial traveller. Kochi is the business
capital of Kerala. It has a fine natural harbour & is widely acclaimed
as the " Queen of the Arabian Sea". The city spreads over
several Island, the chief among them being Wellingdon, Mattanchery,
Vipin, Gundu & Bolgaty. The 16th century Dutch palace, the oldest
Synagogue of the British common wealth. Hill palace Museum, Bolgatty
Palace & Bird sanctuary. Upon arrival check in at Hotel. Relax for
the remaining part of the day.
Overnight :Hotel
Day 7: Cochin
Morning breakfast at hotel proceed for the sight-seeing of the city.
Visit the Dutch palace, Jewish Synagogue, chinese fishing nets, St.
Francis Church and the Santa Cruz Church. Also visit the Hill Palace
Museum which displays articles of archeological importance.
Overnight :Hotel
Day 8: Cochin - Periyar (185 Kms)
Morning after breakfast, drive towards Periyar/Thekkady. Upon arrival
check in at Hotel. Get fresh and in the evening time enjoy a Guided
Walk around Spice Plantation to see various plant. After Plantation
tour come back to Hotel.
Overnight :Hotel
Day 9: Periyar - Kumarakom ( 190 kms )
Early enjoy morning Boat cruise (at your own cost) on the Lake of
Famous Periyar Sanctuary to see the Wild Life. Later drive towards Kumarakom,
situated on the bank of the vembanad lake. this village is 16 Kms. West
of Kottayam, a town very famous for its rubber plantations and 15th
century ancient churches. Upon arrival check in at Hotel.Kumarakom has
a bird sanctuary & has large number of resorts consisting of house
boats, Lake side cottages & floating restaurants.
Overnight :Hotel
Day 10: Kumarakom - Trivandrum (Kovalam Beach) (170 Kms)
Morning after breakfast, drive towards Trivandrum (the capital of
the state Kerala). Upon arrival check in at Hotel. Rest & Relax
/ free for independent activities. Over night at Hotel.
Overnight :Hotel
Day 11: Trivandrum (Kovalam Beach)
Morning after breakfast at hotel proceed for sight-seeing of the
city. Visit includes, Padmanabha swamy temple built in 1733, Napier
museum of art, Akkulam lake, Veli lagoon with its aqua sports facility
etc.
Overnight :Hotel
Day 12: Trivandrum - Kanyakumari (87 Kms)
Morning after breakfast, proceed towards Kanyakumari , which is
at the southernmost tip of India, where the Arabian Sea, the Bay of
Bengal & Indian Sea meet to each other. An important pilgrimage
centre. Two rocks reach out of the Ocean, south - east of the Kumari
Amman Temple. Swami Vivekanand sat in the long and deep meditation ;
and here stands the Vivekanand Rock Memorial, built in 1970. Vattakottai
( Circular Fort ) : The 18th century fort overlooking the sea, located
6 Kms. From Kanyakumari, here is the Sea calm & suitable for bathing
etc. Upon arrival check in at Hotel. After refreshment visit this mythological
place.
Overnight :Hotel
Day 13: Kanyakumari - Madurai (235 Kms)
Morning after breakfast, drive towards Madurai and upon arrival
check in at Hotel. Fresh up yourself and take a tour around Madurai.
Madurai is also known as a city of festival, Madurai is the most ancient
home of culture and first Academy was founded here by scholars and pious
kings. Visit includes, Teppa kulam a tank with an island temple, Tirumalainaik
palace, 1000 pillared hall & the Meenakshi Temple.
Overnight :Hotel
Day 14: Madurai - Rameshwaram (172 Kms)
On the day 14 of your tour drive towards Rameshwaram-one of the
four most sacred Hindu pilgrim centre. Temples, Associated with Lord
Ramas, Beach & 1000 Pillared Mandapam. Upon arrival check in at
Hotel. After refreshment, visit Rameshwaram.
Overnight :Hotel
Day 15: Rameshwaram - Trichy (264 Kms)
Morning after breakfast, drive towards Trichy ( Was occupied by
Chola and Pallava Dynasties. The Nayakas of Madurai have constructed
the greater portion of the town. Rock fort (is a landmark of Trichy
with a Ganesh Temple on the top of this rock also contains excavated
cave temples dating to the 7th century A.D. the famous for fine sculptures,
a climb up its stone to the Hall of a hundred pillars, Visit the island
of Srirangam, a massive Vishnu temple with seven walls. Upon arrival
check in at Hotel. Rest & Relax for the remaining part of the day.Overnight
:Hotel
Day 16: Trichy - Pondicherry (196 Kms)
Morning after breakfast, take a visit of Trichy. After visit, drive
towards Pondicherry. Upon arrival check in at Hotel. Rest & Relax
for remaining part of the day/ Day free for independent activities.
Overnight :Hotel
Day 17: Pondicherry - Chennai (165 Kms)
After breakfast, visit Pondicherry and the famous Aurbindo Ashram,
Temples etc. After visit, drive towards Chennai. Upon arrival check
in at Hotel. Relax for rest of the day.
Overnight: Hotel
Day 18: Chennai -Departure
This morning after breakfast transfer to the airport to catch Flight
for your onward destination with sweet and unforgettable memories of your
"Extensive Karnataka Tour" escorted by Vardhman Vacations.
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