South India Nature Tour - 13 Days @ $780
Bangalore - Mysore - Kabini - Kanini - Wayanad - Calicut - Cochin - Alleppey - House Boat Tour - Kumarakom - Kovalam Beach - Trivandrum
Day 1: Bangalore
Arrival at Bangalore airport meet our representative and then transfer to your hotel for check inn .full day sightseeing tour of Bangalore city visiting The Remnants of a Bygone Era, Vidhana Soudha , Museum, Tipu’s Fort palace and etc.
Over night stay hotel.
Day 2: Bangalore - Mysore
After breakfast drive to Mysore upon arrival at Mysore check in at the hotel, relax and later visit Brindavan Garden and overnight stay hotel.
Day 3: Mysore
Breakfast at hotel and full day sightseeing of Mysore visit Maharaja Palace, Devaraja Fruit and vegetable market and Tipu Sultan Palace and overnight stay at Hotel.
Mysore Palace
Day 4: Mysore - Kabini
The Kabini Forest Reserve is one of the most popular wildlife destinations of Karnataka, probably because of its accessibility, lush green landscape surrounding a large lake, and sightings of herds of elephants, tigers and comprises the south - eastern part of Nagarahole National Park. Situated on the banks of the Kabini River, thet reserve is spread over 55 acres (22 ha) of forestland, steep valleys, and water bodies. Once a private hunting lodge of the king of Mysore, Kabini was a popular shikar hotspot for British Viceroys and Indian royalty. Now it is considered to be one of the best wildlife sanctuaries in Karnataka, famous for its spectacular wildlife and bird life.Trekking and bird watching are some nice options there.Night stay at hotel.
Day 5: Kanini - Wayanad
After Breakfast check out the hotel & proceed to Wayanad. Wayanad name is derived from “wayalnadu” mean’s land of paddy fields. Having the largest concentration of tribal population was once known as “Africa” in kerala. This is tourist’s paradise of kerala & kerala’s answer to Tamilnadu’s Ooty or Karnataka’s Coorg. Wayanad is the largest producer of pepper in the country. On the way visit , Banasura dam (The second largest dam in Asia) & Bhagavathi temple. On arrival Wayanad check in the hotel.& over night relax at the hotel.
Day 6: Wayanad - Calicut
After Breakfast visit Lakkidi, the gateway to Wayanad, Pazhassiraja Museum and Art Gallery, Pookkot Lake & kuruvadeep where one would come across a variety of vegetation, some rare orchids and wild flowers. These are also haven for migratory birds. The avian life here includes hornbills, parrots and a host of butterfly species. Then proceed to Calicut. On arrival, check into you hotel where you can unwind. It was in Calicut that the great voyager Vasco Da Gama landed in the 14th century in his quest for spices thus putting it on the world map. The traditional capital of North Kerala and a leading trading centre for spices on the west, the city has retained its glorious past and presents travellers with historic sites and a unique culture.Over night at hotel.
Day 7: Calicut - Cochin
Proceed to Cochin, a port town since early centuries, Cochin, also known as the spice coast of India, attracted traders and invaders from the world over. Needless to say, Cochin offers you some fascinating snippets of history and culture. Over night at Cochin.
Day 8: Cochin
Morning after breakfast you can go for the sightseeing of Cochin. Here you can see the St Francis Church, the oldest Church in India, 500 year old Portuguese Houses, Cantilevered Chinese fishing nets,16th century Synagogue, Jew Town and Mattancherry Palace, built by Portuguese, this Palace contains some of India’s most beautiful murals.In the evening witness kathakali dance, the dance drama of Kerala. Overnight at Hotel.
Chinese Fishing Nets Cochin
Day 9: Alleppey - House Boat Tour
Proceed to Alleppey, Its splendid area full of canals, lakes and coves. You can sunbathe on the deck or observe the landscape from the protection of the cabin. Canoes with huge sails still transport people and you will find vegetable sellers, fishermen and other household materials being brought door to door by small wooden boats. This whole area is surrounded with coconut palms and lush green rice fields. check in to a traditional Kerala style Houseboat and Cruise through the back waters is the fabulous way to explore the fascinating beauty of the backwaters. Stay overnight in the House Boat. (Premium A/c Houseboat).
Kerala Backwaters and Houseboat
Day 10: Alleppey - Kumarakom
Check out at the village of Kumarakom is a cluster of little islands on the Vembanad Lake, and is part of the Kuttanad region. The bird sanctuary here, which is spread across 14 acres is a favourite haunt of migratory birds and an ornithologist's paradise. Egrets, darters, herons, teal, waterfowl, cuckoo, wild duck and migratory birds like the Siberian stork that live here in flocks are a fascination for visitors. The best way to watch the birds of the Kumarakom sanctuary is a boat trip round the islands.
Over night at hotel.
Day 11: Kumarakom - Kovalam Beach
Morning proceed to Kovalam one of the famous beach resorts of South India, enriched with rich Greenary of Coconut Palms and laced with golden sands. On arrival check in at the hotel. Rest of the day free to relax and enjoy the beach.
Stay overnight at hotel.
Day 12: Kovalam Beach
Rest and relax at the beach. Ayurveda is an option.
Stay overnight at hotel.
Day 13: Kovalam -Trivandrum International Airport
Today departure transfer to Trivandrum Airport for Fly back.
Tour Ends
