12-Day South India Heritage Tour with Ooty Hills and Alleppey Backwaters

About This Tour

About Ooty

India

Ooty

English gardens and earthy Tamil street foods combine to make the historic capital of the Madras Presidency one of south India’s fascinating spots. Get a local guide to reveal its hidden secrets and past.

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What's Included

• Private air-conditioned vehicle for all transfers and sightseeing
• 11 nights' accommodation in selected hotels and resorts
• Daily breakfast and dinner at hotels and on the houseboat
• Professional guide for the entire duration of the tour
• All required permits included
• Nilgiri Mountain toy train ride from Ooty to Coonoor
• Visits to spice gardens and tea factories
• All toll taxes, parking fees, and fuel charges covered
• Pickup and drop-off from Kochi
• All applicable taxes included

Not Included

• Any airfare or train fare
• Lunch throughout the tour
• Personal expenses and tips
• Optional jeep safari and other optional activities
• Travel insurance
• Anything not mentioned under the inclusions

Itinerary

1. 1
   Day 01

   Arrival in Bengaluru and City Highlights

   Arrive in Bengaluru and transfer to your hotel. Visit Lalbagh Botanical Garden, a historic and well-maintained green space. Visit Lalbagh Botanical Garden, a historic and well-maintained green space. Explore the majestic Bangalore Palace. Explore the majestic Bangalore Palace. Discover spiritual serenity at ISKCON Temple. Discover spiritual serenity at ISKCON Temple. Spend the evening walking along MG Road and Brigade Road for shopping and leisure. Spend the evening walking along MG Road and Brigade Road for shopping and leisure. Stay overnight in Bengaluru.

2. 2
   Day 02

   Bengaluru to Mysore via Srirangapatna

   Drive to Mysore, stopping en route at Srirangapatna, the historical capital of Tipu Sultan. Visit the grand Mysore Palace, a fine example of Indo-Saracenic architecture. Visit the grand Mysore Palace, a fine example of Indo-Saracenic architecture. Ascend Chamundi Hills and admire panoramic views and Chamundeshwari Temple. Ascend Chamundi Hills and admire panoramic views and Chamundeshwari Temple. Explore the illuminated Brindavan Gardens and watch the Musical Fountain Show. Explore the illuminated Brindavan Gardens and watch the Musical Fountain Show. Stay overnight in Mysuru.

3. 3
   Day 03

   Mysore to Ooty through Wildlife Country

   Drive through scenic landscapes via Bandipur or Mudumalai Wildlife Reserve. Opt for an early morning or evening jeep safari to spot wildlife (optional, at extra cost). Opt for an early morning or evening jeep safari to spot wildlife (optional, at extra cost). Visit Ooty Lake and enjoy a relaxing boat ride. Visit Ooty Lake and enjoy a relaxing boat ride. Stroll through the beautifully landscaped Government Botanical Garden. Stroll through the beautifully landscaped Government Botanical Garden. Stay overnight in Ooty.

4. 4
   Day 04

   Ooty to Coonoor Toy Train Excursion

   Ride the famous Nilgiri Mountain Railway toy train from Ooty to Coonoor. Visit Sim's Park, a unique botanical garden housing rare trees. Visit Sim's Park, a unique botanical garden housing rare trees. Admire breathtaking views from Lamb's Rock and Dolphin's Nose viewpoints. Admire breathtaking views from Lamb's Rock and Dolphin's Nose viewpoints. Tour a tea estate and enjoy a fresh tea-tasting session. Tour a tea estate and enjoy a fresh tea-tasting session. Return and stay overnight in Ooty. Return and stay overnight in Ooty.

5. 5
   Day 05

   Ooty to Pondicherry

   Depart early for Pondicherry, the former French colonial town on the coast. Take an evening walk along Promenade Beach. Take an evening walk along Promenade Beach. Stroll through the quaint lanes of the French Quarter. Stroll through the quaint lanes of the French Quarter. Stay overnight in Pondicherry.

6. 6
   Day 06

   Pondicherry Heritage and Spiritual Sights

   Visit Auroville, a unique international community and spiritual township. Explore the peaceful Sri Aurobindo Ashram. Explore the peaceful Sri Aurobindo Ashram. Offer prayers at the vibrant Manakula Vinayagar Temple. Offer prayers at the vibrant Manakula Vinayagar Temple. Admire the architecture of the Basilica of the Sacred Heart of Jesus. Admire the architecture of the Basilica of the Sacred Heart of Jesus. Explore French-style bakeries, art galleries, and boutique stores. Explore French-style bakeries, art galleries, and boutique stores. Enjoy café hopping and dine with a view of the sea. Enjoy café hopping and dine with a view of the sea. Stay overnight in Pondicherry.

7. 7
   Day 07

   Pondicherry to Madurai via Chidambaram and Thanjavur

   Drive to Madurai, stopping first at Chidambaram to visit the Nataraja Temple. Visit the UNESCO-listed Brihadeeswara Temple in Thanjavur, a marvel of Chola architecture. Visit the UNESCO-listed Brihadeeswara Temple in Thanjavur, a marvel of Chola architecture. Reach Madurai in the evening and explore the vibrant local markets. Reach Madurai in the evening and explore the vibrant local markets. Stay overnight in Madurai.

8. 8
   Day 08

   Madurai Sightseeing and Drive to Thekkady

   Visit the iconic Meenakshi Amman Temple, dedicated to Goddess Meenakshi. Explore Thirumalai Nayakar Mahal, a 17th-century royal palace. Explore Thirumalai Nayakar Mahal, a 17th-century royal palace. Tour the Gandhi Memorial Museum. Tour the Gandhi Memorial Museum. Drive through the Western Ghats to reach Thekkady, home of Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary. Drive through the Western Ghats to reach Thekkady, home of Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary. Stay overnight in Thekkady.

9. 9
   Day 09

   Periyar Safari and Spice Garden Experiences

   Join a morning boat safari in Periyar Lake to spot elephants, sambar deer, and birdlife. Visit a spice plantation to learn about cardamom, pepper, and other aromatic crops. Visit a spice plantation to learn about cardamom, pepper, and other aromatic crops. Opt for an elephant ride or bamboo rafting experience (optional, at extra cost). Opt for an elephant ride or bamboo rafting experience (optional, at extra cost). Attend a traditional Kalaripayattu martial arts or Kathakali dance performance in the evening. Attend a traditional Kalaripayattu martial arts or Kathakali dance performance in the evening. Stay overnight in Thekkady.

10. 10
    Day 10

    Thekkady to Alleppey Houseboat Cruise

    Drive to Alleppey and board a traditional Kerala houseboat. Begin a serene backwaters cruise through coconut groves, paddy fields, and village canals. Begin a serene backwaters cruise through coconut groves, paddy fields, and village canals. Watch daily village life unfold along the waterways. Watch daily village life unfold along the waterways. Enjoy freshly prepared meals and dinner served on the boat. Enjoy freshly prepared meals and dinner served on the boat. Stay overnight on the houseboat in Alleppey.

11. 11
    Day 11

    Alleppey to Kochi Heritage Discovery

    Disembark from the houseboat and drive to Kochi. Visit Jew Town and browse through antique stores. Visit Jew Town and browse through antique stores. Explore Mattancherry Palace and the historic Fort Kochi. Explore Mattancherry Palace and the historic Fort Kochi. View the iconic Chinese Fishing Nets at sunset. View the iconic Chinese Fishing Nets at sunset. Attend a Kathakali dance performance at the Kerala Kathakali Centre. Attend a Kathakali dance performance at the Kerala Kathakali Centre. Stay overnight in Kochi.

12. 12
    Day 12

    Departure from Kochi

    Transfer to Kochi International Airport or railway station for your onward journey. Conclude your South India journey with unforgettable memories. Conclude your South India journey with unforgettable memories.

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