CODE- DOM SI01
06 Days / 05 Nights
Mysore | Bandipur | Ooty
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Arrive Bengaluru | To Mysore (143 kms / approx. 3 hour drive) |
Welcome to Bengaluru, the Silicon Valley of India. On arrival at Bengaluru airport or Bengaluru railway station, starts your tour of ‘Images of South India’. You will proceed on a drive to Mysore. Enroute, visit Srirangapatnam – the Capital of Hyder Ali and his son Tipu Sultan. Arrive Mysore and check into your hotel. In the evening, visit the Brindavan Gardens.
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In Mysore |
This morning proceed on an excursion to visit one of the best preserved Hoysala Temples at Somnathpur. In the afternoon, visit the famous Mysore Palace. The rest of the day is free to explore the handicraft centres, shopping for silk or sandalwood articles in the local market.
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To Bandipur / Madumalai (90 kms / approx. 3 hour drive) |
Today you will proceed to Bandipur National Park / Madumalai Wildlife Sanctuary, where on arrival you will check into your lodge. In the afternoon enjoy a jungle safari by jeep / elephant and feel the thrill of spotting various species of animals and birds.
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To Ooty (84 kms / approx. 2 hour drive) |
Today, your picturesque journey continues into the blue Nilgiri Hills as you drive past the steep hills covered with lush green tea and coffee plantations to Ooty. On arrival, check in to your hotel. The rest of the day is at leisure to relax in the beautiful surroundings of your hotel or to enjoy a walking tour of this beautiful hill station.
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In Ooty | Excursion to Coonoor (35 kms / approx. 1 hour drive) |
This morning, you will enjoy a tour of the ‘Queen of the Blue Mountains’, that includes a visit to Dodabetta Peak for a spectacular view. Later, drive to Coonoor and visit Sim’s Park and Dolphin’s Nose Point. In the afternoon, visit the Botanical Garden and walk along the popular Ooty Lake. You can enjoy a boat ride in the Ooty Lake (on direct payment basis).
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To Coimbatore (95 kms / approx. 3 & half hour drive) | Return home with happy memories |
Time to bid farewell to your ‘Images of South India’ tour as you are transferred to Coimbatore airport or Coimbatore railway station for your journey onward.
CODE- DOM SI02
05 Days / 04 Nights
Bangalore | Mysore | Coorg | Mangalore
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Arrive Bengaluru | To Mysore (143 kms / approx. 3 hour drive) |
Welcome to Bengaluru, the silicon valley of India. On arrival at Bengaluru airport or Bengaluru railway station, starts your tour of ‘Experience South India‘ .You will proceed on a drive to Mysore. Enroute, visit Srirangapatnam – the capital of Hyder Ali and his son, Tipu Sultan. Arrive Mysore and check into your hotel. In the evening visit the Brindavan Gardens.
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In Mysore |
This morning, proceed on an excursion to visit one of the best-preserved Hoysala Temples at Somnathpur. In the afternoon, visit the famous Mysore Palace. The rest of the day is free to explore the handicraft centres and shopping of silk or sandalwood articles in the local market.
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To Coorg (120 kms / approx. 4 hour drive) |
Today, you will embark on one of the most beautiful drives through the mountains of the Western Ghats driving past the evergreen deciduous vegetation to Coorg. On arrival, check into your hotel. The rest of the day is spent at leisure.
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In Coorg |
Enjoy a day of fun exploring this pretty coffee town. The best way to enjoy Coorg is to take a bicycle rickshaw tour (on direct payment basis) visiting the Omkareshwara Temple, the Madikeri Fort and Abbey Falls.
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To Mangalore (136 kms / approx. 4 hour drive) | Return home with happy memories |
Time to bid farewell to your ‘Experience South India’ tour as you are transferred to Mangalore airport or Mangalore railway station for your journey onward.
CODE- DOM SI03
07 Days / 06 Nights
Kodaikanal | Ooty | Mysore
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Arrive Bengaluru | To Mysore (143 kms / approx. 3 hour drive) |
Welcome to Bengaluru, the Silicon Valley of India. On arrival at Bengaluru airport or Bengaluru railway station, starts your tour of ‘South India Delight’. Proceed on a drive to Mysore. Enroute, visit Srirangapatnam – the capital of Hyder Ali and his son Tipu Sultan. Arrive Mysore and check into your hotel. In the evening visit the Brindavan Gardens.
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In Mysore |
This morning, proceed on an excursion to visit one of the best-preserved Hoysala Temples at Somnathpur. In the afternoon, visit the famous Mysore Palace. The rest of the day is free to explore the handicraft centres, shopping for silk or sandalwood articles in the local market.
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To Ooty (170 kms / approx. 4 hour drive) |
Today, your picturesque journey continues into the blue Nilgiri hills, past tea plantations to Ooty. Enroute visit the Chamunda Temple on the hill in the outskirts of Mysore. On arrival, check into your hotel. The rest of the day is at leisure.
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In Ooty | Excursion to Coonoor (35 kms / approx. 1 hour drive |
This morning, enjoy a tour of the ‘Queen of the Blue Mountains’, that includes a visit to Dodabetta Peak for a spectacular view. Later, drive to Coonoor and visit Sim’s Park and Dolphin’s Nose Point. In the afternoon visit the Botanical Garden and the popular Ooty Lake.
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To Kodaikanal (260 kms / approx. 6½ hour drive) |
Today, your picturesque journey continues through the Palani Hills to another scenic hill-station, Kodaikanal for a stay of two nights. On arrival, check into your hotel. The evening is spent at leisure .
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In Kodaikanal |
Today, enjoy your sightseeing tour of Kodaikanal visiting the Pillar Rocks, Coaker’s Walk and the magnificent Bear Shola Falls. In the afternoon spend some time in Bryant Park and enjoy boating on the beautiful Kodai Lake (on direct payment basis).
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To Coimbatore (146 kms / approx. 4½ hour drive) | Return home with happy memories |
Time to bid farewell to your ‘South India Delight‘ tour as you are transferred to Coimbatore airport or Coimbatore railway station.
CODE- DOM SI04
07 Days / 06 Nights
Chennai | Tirupati | Pondicherry | Tanjore
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Arrive Chennai |
Welcome to Chennai, India’s fourth largest city. On arrival at Chennai airport or Chennai railway station, starts your tour of ‘Southern Odyssey‘. You will be received and taken to your hotel. In the afternoon, proceed on a city tour of Chennai visiting Fort St. George, Church, the Kapileshwara and the Mylapore Temple and finally Marina Beach, the second longest beach in the world.
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To Tirupati (150 kms / approx. 4 hour drive) |
This morning, drive to Tirupati. On arrival, check into your hotel. In the afternoon, visit the Balaji Temple for darshan of Lord Venkateshwara. The rest of the evening is spent in leisure.
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To Puducherry (275 kms / approx. 7 hour drive) |
Today, you will drive to the city of Puducherry. On arrival, check into your hotel. In the afternoon, visit the township of Auroville and the Church of the Sacred Heart of Jesus.
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In Pondicherry |
The day is spent in leisure to explore the city that has a rich French cultural heritage. Walk along the wide and vibrant beaches and beautiful promenades.
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To Tanjore (177 kms / approx. 4 hour drive) |
Today, you will proceed to the city of Tanjore. In the afternoon, visit the famous Brihadeeshwara Temple built in the 10th century, the Palace, housing the Tamil University Museum, the Art Gallery and the Saraswati Mahal Library which houses palm leaf and paper manuscripts. The evening is spent at leisure to explore the local market.
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To Chennai (350 kms / approx. 9 hour drive) |
This, morning, drive to Chennai. On arrival, check into your hotel. The rest of evening is spent at leisure .
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Depart Chennai | Return home with happy memories |
Time to bid farewell to your ‘Southern Odyssey‘ tour, as you are transferred to Chennai airport or Chennai railway station for your journey onward.
