Tour Info
The Best of South India combines the some of the most popular tourist spots along with the a few laid back destinations of Karnataka, Tamil Nadu and Kerala. This tour gives a small peek into some of the best destinations each state has on offer without being a month long sojourn in each state. From the picturesque green hills of Ooty and Coonoor to the ever bustling cities of Bangalore and Mysore, and the variety of experience on offer in Kerala: this itinerary has it all!
Highlights
- Enjoy cultural program presenting Kathkali and Kalaripayattu
- Enjoy boat ride at Periyar Lake
- Spice plantation visit in Thekkady
- Tea plantation visit in Munnar
- Day cruise on houseboat in Alleppey
Itinerary
Day 01: Bengaluru
Day 02: Bengaluru
Day 03: Bengaluru – Mysore
After breakfast, drive to Mysore and check-in at the hotel. Later, proceed for a city tour covering royal Mysore Palace and Chamundeshwari temple.
Day 04: Mysore – Ooty
After breakfast, drive to Ooty and check-in at the hotel. Explore the beautiful hill station by visiting Botanical Gardens and Dodda Betta, highest peak of the hill resort.
Day 05: Ooty – Coonoor – Ooty (Toy Train)
Day 06: Ooty – Coimbatore – Cochin
Drive towards Coimbatore and catch a train to Cochin. Check in at the hotel after arrival.
Day 07: Cochin
Day 08: Cochin – Munnar
After breakfast, drive to Munnar. On the way, enjoy the breathtaking views from Devikulam which is a small hill station and Pothamendu which offers beautiful views of tea, coffee and cardamom plantations. Visit the tea plantations.
Day 09: Munnar – Thekkady
Day is free to relax. Later, start the journey towards Thekkady. Post arrival, check in at the hotel. Overnight stay at the hotel.
Day 10: Thekkady
After breakfast, visit spice plantations. Later enjoy boat ride at the magnificent lake of Periyar National Park. In the evening enjoy the martial arts performance: Kalaripayattu.
Day 11: Thekkady – Allepey
After breakfast, drive to Allepey and check-in at the houseboat. Cruise on the serene backwaters of Allepey. Spend the day on the houseboat. Overnight on the moored houseboat.
Day 12: Allepey – Cochin
Check out after having breakfast and drive to Cochin airport to board your departure flight.