SOUTHERN LUXURY WILD LIFE TOUR
(11Nights
/12 Days)
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TOUR INTRODUCTION:
Slow
down and join us on a leisurely meander through South India. Here we take time
to meet the friendly people, admire the colonial architecture, relish the abundant
natural beauty, spot the wildlife and colourful birds and savour the local
cuisine. Enjoy the heritage city of Mysore with its stunning royal palaces,
sacred temples and delightful gardens; be awestruck by the dramatic scenery of
the Western Ghats, the mist-clad peaks, rainforest covered mountains and
impossibly blue lakes; study the European influences still so evident in Cochin
which is rich in maritime history; lazily watch the world go by from the deck
of a houseboat as you cruise the Keralan backwaters; and relax in your own
piece of paradise on a white-sand beach shaded by coconut palms.
TOUR
HIGHLIGHTS
ü Visit the garden city of south
ü Visit Magnificent
Mysore palace .
ü Explore Famous &
Colorful Deva Raj local Market
ü Stay at Nagarhole, one of South India’s finest
national parks
ü Teeming wildlife
of the Western Ghats including elephant, gaur, wild boar, deer and numerous
bird species
ü Explore the dense
forest looking for the rare birds, that call the island home, exquisite orchids
and herbs at Kuruva Island
ü Enjoy cruise in the
backwaters of Kerala will be your
remarkable experience, an opportunity to enjoy an unhurried pace of life
while floating along cool tranquil waters and experiencing the unusual
representation of Kerala life.
ü Historic port city of
Cochin on the Arabian Sea
ü Enjoy an enthralling Kathakali dance performance while you are in
Cochin. Watching the dancers put on make up before the show is also quite a
fascinating experience.
ü Relax at tranquility
and unspoilt golden sands of Marari . Vast stretches of beach welcomes you as
you stay in the ambience of the friendly village.
TOUR
LODGING INFO: 10
Nights in hotels +01 night in House boat
Accommodation is provided on twin sharing &
single room with breakfast basis at listed hotels or equivalent. For Lunch and dinner there would be an
additional supplement... A hotel list is as follows:
PLACE NO.OF.NIGHTS ROOM TYPE
MYSORE
02 ROYAL
ORCHID METROPOLE
KABINI
01 ORANGE COUNTY
WAYAND 02 VYTHIRI RESORT
COCHIN 02 TEA BUNGALOW
ALLEPPEY
01 AC HOUSE BOAT
MARARI
02 MARARI BEACH RESORT
TOUR PACKAGE INCLUDES:
v Accommodation on twin sharing room with daily breakfast at listed hotels
or equivalent
v Transportation/Transfers by Air Conditioned car for entire tour as per
itinerary
v Service of English
speaking tourist guides
v 01night stay in The Serai – Kabini on Full board basis
v Train tickets from Calicut – Cochin ( III - AC Sleeper)
v Kathakali dance show in Cochin
v Jeep safari in Kabini
v Nature Walk in Kabini
v Bird watching in kabini
v Coracle Ride ( Subjected to
Climatic Conditions)
v Entrances fees to the sightseeing spots
v One Night stay in Houseboat on
Full board basis.
v All applicable taxes
PACKAGE
DOES NOT INCLUDE:
v Meals at hotels other
than those listed in above inclusions
v Cameras Fee &
Tipping
v Expenses of personal
nature such as tipping, porters, laundry, telephones, etc.
v Inland/international
Flight ticket Charges
v All other than those
listed in above inclusions
TOUR ITINERARY:
DAY 01: BANGALORE (ARRIVAL)
Up
on arrival at Bangalore airport, Meet & greet followed by transfers to hote.l
Bangalore - got its name from the words “Bendha Kaalu” (which means
boiled beans in the local language Kannada). King Veera Ballala of the
Vijayanagara kingdom was once lost in a forest and happened to stumble upon a
lonely cottage. The city has grown in magnitudes, emerging into what you see
and know of today. (Over night in Bangalore )
DAY 02 :
BANGALORE – MYSORE (140km/3h)
Depart
from Hotel after Breakfast and drive to Mysore -You will be charmed by the
faded grandeur of Mysore, the former capital of the much loved Wodeyars dynasty
who reigned from the 16th century. A city rich in heritage, make
sure you discover its royal palaces, sacred temples and majestic buildings but
leave time to stroll through some of its many parks and gardens or along a wide
leafy boulevard. Evening we visit Chamundi Hills Head up Chamundi Hill
for panoramic views of the city spread out below before exploring the exquisite
hilltop temple dedicated to the goddess, Chamundi and dominated by a 40m-high
gopuram (tower). Make a short stop at
the huge statue dedicated to Nandi, the bull of Lord Shiva, on the way down.
Overnight in Mysore
DAY 03: MYSORE
Morning we proceed to visit Mysore Palace You can't fail to be
impressed by this vast palace, with its turrets, domes and arches and an
opulent interior with intricately carved doors and ceilings. Wander through the
luxuriously furnished rooms, once home to the royal family, and admire this
treasure trove of works of art from all over the world. If you are in Mysore on
a Sunday or national holiday don't miss the spectacle of the palace illuminated
by thousands of light bulbs.Jaganmohan Palace Spend time perusing the
collection of 19th century paintings in this former palace. The
skill of the Indian artists, using natural vegetable and mineral dyes, is
extraordinary. Enjoy the traditional Mysore 'gold leaf' paintings which are on
display here. (Over night in Mysore)
DAY 04: MYSORE
– KABINI (90km/2h)
Depart
from Hotel and drive to Kabini - you will experience how Nature has created a
mystic aura under a leafy sky. You will be caught at once by swirling and
meandering mist that undoubtedly creates an atmosphere of awe and wonder . the
place used to be a hunting lodge of Rajas and some other Indian royalty for
their ‘shikar’. When life becomes unbearable for the din and bustle of city
life, it would be wiser to switch yourself off from all network of the outside
world and wander around Kabini in the lap of nature. Here, morning is
amazingly fresh that it gives a new zeal to life to fight the otherwise dull,
drab and mundane life. On arrival check
in to the Hotel. Evening we go on a jeep
safari for wildlife sighting and have a truly mingling of wild life for a
unique experience. Nature walks are nice options to loose oneself in the
exuberant environs at Kabini. ( Over night in Kabini) full board
DAY 05: KABINI
– WAYAND (65km/2.5h)
Depart
from Hotel and drive to Wayanad - You can't fail to be awestruck by the
dramatic scenery surrounding the tiny hill station of Wayanad, located high up in the mountains of
the Western Ghats. The slopes and valleys of the undulating mountains are
littered with tropical rainforests, mist-clad peaks, green meadows, impossibly
blue lakes and bubbling streams.Afternoon we
take you to Edakkal Caves -Explore this prehistoric shelter
formed by three huge boulders, one of which rests on the other two to form the
roof. Discovered at the end of the 19th century, the cave is
believed to have been home to neolithic people because of the extraordinary engravings
covering the walls, some dating back 5000 years. Over night in Wayanad
DAY 06: WAYANAD
Morning
after breakfast we Proceed for Kuruva Island
- If you want to get away from it all and experience a little peace
and quiet, take a picnic to this uninhabited island on the tribituaries of the
Kabani River. Cross on foot when the water is low or take a small ferry.
Explore the dense forest looking for the rare birds, that call the island home,
and exquisite orchids . Afternoon leisure to explore transquill beauty of
Nature. ( Over night in Wayanad)
DAY 07: WAYAND
– CALIICUT – COCHIN
Depart from Hotel after Breakfast and drive to Calicut railway station to connect onward
train to Cochin ,.On arrival at Ernakulam station , you are transferred to fort
cochin - European influences are instantly
apparent in this charming town picturesquely located on a number of islands
squeezed between the Arabian Sea and the Kerala backwaters. The maritime
history of Cochin is reflected in its blend of Dutch, Portuguese and British
architecture. Overnight in Cochin
DAY 08: COCHIN
Meander
through the old districts of Mattancherry and Fort Cochin where the various
European influences are most apparent with merchant houses and old warehouses
cramming the waterfront and narrow streets. Take in the Pardesi Synagogue in
Jew Town, St Francis Church, the oldest European church in India, and the
highly decorated Santa Cruz Basilica. Allow time to admire the colourful
murals, including depictions of the Ramayana, in the 16th century
Dutch Palace. Linger in the colourful,
pungent spice markets before moving on to the much-photographed Chinese nets
that line the shore of Fort Cochin. In the evening, Witness the epic Ramayana
comes to life at a Kathakali performance, traditional Keralan dance, where the
characters use larger than life gestures, wear outrageous costumes and
dramatic make up. Overnight in Cochin
DAY 09: COCHIN
– ALLEPPEY (65km/1.5h)
Drive
to Alleppey, embark on your private houseboat and cruise on the Backwaters, a
splendid area full of canals, lakes and coves. Your houseboats or
‘Kettuvalloms’ are luxurious boats with well-appointed bedrooms and ensuite
bathrooms. You can sunbathe on the deck or observe the palm fringed landscape
from your cabins. Apart from the mesmerizing surroundings it’s the life along
the coast that adds a touch of exotica to this experience.The locals’ travel in
canoes and you will find vegetable sellers, fishermen and other traders
bringing household goods, door to door in small wooden boats. As you cruise along
the backwaters you can ask your captain to stop at villages, paddy fields and
other places, enroute. Overnight on board. (Full Board)(Vehicle for transfer)
DAY 10: ALLEPPEY
– MARARI (35km/45min)
Depart
from Hotel and drive to the picturesque fishermen’s
village of Mararikulam and check into your resort. Tucked away inside quiet and
lush coconut groves the resorts set by the pristine white sand beaches of the
Marari offer you unparalleled quite in astoundingly beautiful settings. Day is
leisure on the beach resort. Overnight in Marari
DAY 11: MARARI
Day at
leisure on the beach. (Over night in Marari)
DAY 12: DEPARTURE
TRANSFERS
Depart
from Hotel and drive to Cochin airport to connect onward flight to fly back
home.
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