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Enchanting Hills of South India

12 days
From Bangalore to Kochi (Cochin)
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Hiking & Trekking
Epic trails and breathtaking landscapes await
Fully Guided
An experienced guide will be with you for the entire tour
Low Intensity
Travelers can expect some light physical activities
Guided in English
Other languages on request: German, Italian, Portuguese, French, Spanish, Chinese, Dutch, Russian
Group Size 1 - 20
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Itinerary

  1. Day 1

    Bangalore

    You'll land at Bangalore International Airport and get picked up for your hotel transfer. Depending on how much daylight you have left, there's time to explore some of the city's green spaces like Lalbagh Botanical Gardens and Cubbon Park, plus an outside look at Vidhana Soudha. If energy and time cooperate, you can swing by Bangalore Palace, Tipu Sultan's Summer Palace, and the ISKCON Temple before heading back to your hotel for dinner.

    Start point
    Bengaluru, Karnataka, India (Pickup from Bangalore International Airport, India)

    Included Activities

    • Personal assistance during arrival
    • Boat ride on Ooty Lake
    • Boat ride on Lake Periyar in Thekkady

    Optional Activities

    • Visit Lalbagh Botanical Gardens
    • Stroll through Cubbon Park
    • Outside view of Vidhana Soudha
    • Tour of Bangalore Palace
    • Visit Tipu Sultan's Summer Palace
    • Darshan at ISKCON Temple
    Landmarks
    Lalbagh Botanical Gardens
    Cubbon Park
    Vidhana Soudha
    Bangalore Palace
    Tipu Sultan's Summer Palace
    ISKCON Temple
  2. Day 2

    Bangalore to Mysore

    After breakfast, you'll head toward Mysore with a stop at Shri Ranganathaswamy Temple in Srirangapatna along the way. The route itself is nice with scenic views. When you arrive in Mysore, you'll visit the grand Mysore Palace and St. Philomena's Church before settling into your hotel for the night.

    Meals
    Breakfast (Daily breakfast at the hotel)

    Included Activities

    • Daily breakfast at hotel

    Optional Activities

    • Visit Shri Ranganathaswamy Temple in Srirangapatna
    • Tour of Mysore Palace
    • Visit St. Philomena's Church
    Landmarks
    Shri Ranganathaswamy Temple
    Mysore Palace
    St. Philomena's Church
  3. Day 3

    Mysore to Ooty

    Starting early after breakfast, you'll drive to Ooty through hills, tea plantations, and forested areas. Once you check in and get settled at your hotel, you'll have time to relax. The afternoon brings a visit to the Ooty Botanical Gardens and a boat ride on Ooty Lake, leaving your evening free to walk around town on your own.

    Meals
    Breakfast (Daily breakfast at the hotel)
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Hotel Lakeview Ooty or similar - Ooty)

    Included Activities

    • Daily breakfast at hotel
    • Boat ride on Ooty Lake

    Optional Activities

    • Visit Ooty Botanical Gardens
    • Explore local markets
    Landmarks
    Ooty Botanical Gardens
    Ooty Lake
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  4. Day 4

    Ooty to Coonoor

    After breakfast, you're heading out for a day trip to Coonoor, which sits about 20 km away. You'll see terraced tea gardens in person, then move to Dolphin's Nose viewpoint to take in valley views. From there it's on to Lamb's Rock for more Nilgiri landscape views, and you'll finish at Sim's Park botanical garden before returning to Ooty.

    Meals
    Breakfast (Daily breakfast at the hotel)
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Hotel Lakeview Ooty or similar - Ooty)

    Included Activities

    • Daily breakfast at hotel

    Optional Activities

    • Visit tea gardens in Coonoor
    • Visit Dolphin's Nose viewpoint
    • Visit Lamb's Rock viewpoint
    • Visit Sim's Park botanical garden
    Landmarks
    Dolphin's Nose
    Lamb's Rock
    Sim's Park
  5. Day 5

    Ooty to Kodaikanal

    After breakfast, you'll drive toward Kodaikanal, a lakeside resort town popular as a honeymoon destination. The drive takes you through scenic landscapes with mist-covered cliffs and waterfalls passing by. After checking in at your resort, the rest of your day is yours to settle in and relax.

    Meals
    Breakfast (Daily breakfast at the resort)
    Accommodation
    Resort (Kodai Resort or similar - Kodaikanal)

    Included Activities

    • Daily breakfast at hotel
    Landmarks
    Kodaikanal Lake
  6. Day 6

    Kodaikanal

    After breakfast, you'll explore several of Kodaikanal's attractions starting with Pillar Rocks Viewpoint and its distinctive rock formations and mountain vistas. Next comes Silver Cascade Falls, then you'll spend time at Bryant Park to see its greenery and head to Kodai Lake for boat rides and peaceful time by the water.

    Meals
    Breakfast (Daily breakfast at the resort)
    Accommodation
    Resort (Kodai Resort or similar - Kodaikanal)

    Included Activities

    • Daily breakfast at hotel

    Optional Activities

    • Visit Pillar Rocks Viewpoint
    • Visit Silver Cascade Falls
    • Visit Bryant Park
    • Boat ride on Kodai Lake
    Landmarks
    Pillar Rocks
    Silver Cascade Falls
    Bryant Park
    Kodai Lake
  7. Day 7

    Kodaikanal

    After breakfast, you'll walk Coaker's Walk, which is a walkway with valley views and nice vantage points. The rest of your day stays free for whatever activities or relaxation you prefer.

    Meals
    Breakfast (Daily breakfast at the resort)
    Accommodation
    Resort (Kodai Resort or similar - Kodaikanal)

    Included Activities

    • Daily breakfast at hotel

    Optional Activities

    • Visit Coaker's Walk
    Landmarks
    Coaker's Walk
  8. Day 8

    Kodaikanal to Munnar

    After breakfast, you're heading to Munnar, Kerala's hill station. Along the drive you'll pass waterfalls and natural scenic spots. After checking in at your hotel, you'll have the rest of the day to settle in and take things easy.

    Meals
    Breakfast (Daily breakfast at the hotel)
    Accommodation
    Resort (Misty Mountain Resort or similar - Munnar)

    Included Activities

    • Daily breakfast at hotel

    Optional Activities

    • Visit waterfalls en route to Munnar
    • Explore natural scenic spots
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  9. Day 9

    Munnar

    After breakfast, you'll visit Eravikulam National Park for a short hike where you might spot endangered Nilgiri Tahr. Next you'll go to Mattupetty Dam and Echo Point to hear the natural echo and see scenic views. Later in the afternoon, you'll drive to Top Station to catch the sunset before heading back to your hotel.

    Meals
    Breakfast (Daily breakfast at the hotel)
    Accommodation
    Resort (Misty Mountain Resort or similar - Munnar)

    Included Activities

    • Daily breakfast at hotel

    Optional Activities

    • Hike at Eravikulam National Park to spot Nilgiri Tahr
    • Visit Mattupetty Dam
    • Visit Echo Point
    • Sunset view at Top Station
    Landmarks
    Eravikulam National Park
    Mattupetty Dam
    Echo Point
    Top Station
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  10. Day 10

    Munnar to Thekkady

    After breakfast, you're driving to Thekkady. Once you arrive, you'll take a boat ride on Periyar Lake to see wildlife in natural settings. You'll explore the Periyar Tiger Reserve with its evergreen forests and different animals like elephants, sambar deer, and Indian bison, with tigers appearing occasionally. If there's time, you can visit Kumily to check out a spice plantation.

    Meals
    Breakfast (Daily breakfast at the hotel)
    Accommodation
    Resort (Hotel Treetop or similar - Thekkady)

    Included Activities

    • Daily breakfast at hotel
    • Boat ride on Lake Periyar in Thekkady

    Optional Activities

    • Elephant ride
    • Visit Kumily spice plantation
    Landmarks
    Periyar Lake
    Periyar Tiger Reserve
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  11. Day 11

    Thekkady to Alleppey

    After breakfast, you'll drive to Alleppey and board your deluxe houseboat for a backwater cruise. The boat glides past lush greenery, coconut palms, and traditional villages while you have lunch and evening tea onboard. By sunset the houseboat stops for the night, anchored on the calm waters for an overnight stay.

    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch (Lunch on houseboat (Buffet/Fixed Menu)), Dinner (Dinner on houseboat (Buffet/Fixed Menu))
    Accommodation
    Houseboat (Deluxe Houseboat or similar - Alleppey)

    Included Activities

    • Houseboat cruise on Alleppey backwaters
    • Lunch on houseboat
    • Evening tea on houseboat
    • Overnight stay in houseboat
    Landmarks
    Alleppey Backwaters
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  12. Day 12

    Alleppey to Cochin

    You'll have breakfast on the houseboat, then your driver will take you to Cochin International Airport so you can catch your flight home or connect to your next destination.

    End point
    Cochin International Airport (COK), Nedumbassery, Aluva, Kerala 683111, India (Main Entrance - On Departure)
    Meals
    Breakfast (Breakfast on houseboat)

    Included Activities

    • Personal assistance during departure
    • Airport drop-off transfer
    Landmarks
    Cochin International Airport
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