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Best of Two Karnataka and Tamil Nadu

Duration: 14 Nights / 15 Days

Cover:- Bangalore – Mysore – Nagarhole – Ooty – Cochin – Kumarakom – Madurai – Tanjore – Pondicherry – Covelong – Chennai

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Tour Description

Overview

A combination of some of the finest sites in the Western Ghats of South India. This meandering journey begins in Bangalore, the silicon capital of India. Here  you would visit the ancient Temples of Belur and Halebid and the lovely palaces of Mysore. Continue to India’s foremost wildlife reserve and journey through some pristine scenery, breathtaking tropical forests and the lush green hill stations of Northern Kerala, amidst tea and coffee plantations. Cruise through the palm-dotted backwaters and at the end the journey in Cochin, also known as the ‘Venice of the East’, we will move through Tamil Nadu Tour. After completing the tour of the two states, transfer to the airport for departure for onward journey. Best time to visit these states are from October to March. 

Tour Highlights

  • Tipu sultan's summer Palace, Bangalore Palace, Dodda Ganeshana Gudi, ISKCON Temple, Lalbagh Botanical Garden and Cubbon Park. 
  • Brindavan Gardens.
  • Mysore Palace, Jaganmohan Palace, Lalitha Mahal, Jaya Laxmi Vilas, Karanji and Kukkarahalli Lake.
  • Nagarahole National Park.
  • Doddabetta, Ooty Lake, Rose Garden, Botanical Gardens and Stone House.
  • Sims Park, Dolphins Nose Viewpoint, Droog Fort, St. Georges Church, Catherine Falls and Hidden Valley.
  • Kochi Fort, Jew Synagogue, Dutch Palace, Marine Drive and Chinese Fishing Nets.
  • Aruvikkuzhi Waterfalls and Kumarakom Bird Sanctuary
  • Meenakshi Temple.
  • Thirumalai Nayakkar Mahal and Gandhi Memorial.
  • Sri Brihadeeswarar Temple, Thanjavur Royal Palace, Sri Ranganatha Swami Temple, Tiruvanaikkaval Temple, Samayapuram Temple and Srirangam Island.
  • Auroville, Sri Aurbindo Ashram, French War Memorial, Mankula Vinayaka, Sri Vedapuriswar, and Kamatchiamman and Promenade Beach.
  • Covelong Beach, Dutch Fort, Muttukadu Backwaters.
  • St. Thomas Mount, Kapaleeshwarar Temple, Parthasarathy Temple, Marina Beach, San Thome Basilica.
 

Tour Itinerary

Day 1 Arrival at Bangalore (By Flight)

Tour Highlights: Tipu sultan's summer Palace, Bangalore Palace, Dodda Ganeshana Gudi, ISKCON Temple, Lalbagh Botanical Garden and Cubbon Park 
 
On your arrival at the Bangalore Airport our representative will traditionally welcome (Swagat) you and assist you in check-in to your pre-hotel and relax.  After Lunch, you will be escorted by our Tour Guide and will be taken for Bangalore sightseeing.  Today’s tour highlights will be Tipu sultan's summer Palace, Bangalore Palace, Dodda Ganeshana Gudi, ISKCON Temple, Lalbagh Botanical Garden and Cubbon Park. At the end of the tour, return to your Hotel and relax. Here you have successfully completed your first day of Best of Two Karnataka and Tamilnadu Tour.
 
Evening is free for Leisure.
 
Overnight at Bangalore
 

Day 2 Bangalore – Mysore (Approx 150 Kms)

Tour Highlights: Brindavan Gardens
 
After Breakfast, check-out from the Hotel and further drive to Mysore. On your arrival at Mysore, check-in at your pre-booked Hotel and freshen-up.  Later you will be escorted by our Tour Guide and will be taken to Brindavan Gardens of Mysore.  The Brindavan Garden is basically a terrace garden which is built just behind the Krishnaraja Sagar Dam and it is also called Krishnaraja Terrace Garden. This garden is one of the important tourist spots of India. The garden is enriched with countless fountains which are adorned with colored lighting. The illuminated flowing waters and fountains with different shades of lights make it an impressive evening for the tourists. At the end of the tour, return to your Hotel and relax. Here you have successfully completed your second day of Best of Two Karnataka and Tamilnadu Tour.
 
Evening is free for Leisure.
 
Overnight at Mysore
 

Day 3 Mysore Sightseeing

Tour Highlights: Mysore Palace, Jaganmohan Palace, Lalitha Mahal, Jaya Laxmi Vilas, Karanji and Kukkarahalli Lake
 
After Breakfast, you will be escorted by our Tour Guide and will be taken for Mysore local sightseeing.  Today’s tour highlights will be Mysore Palace, Jaganmohan Palace, Lalitha Mahal, Jaya Laxmi Vilas, Karanji and Kukkarahalli Lake. In the afternoon, enjoy your Lunch at a nice restaurant and continue with the sightseeing. At the end of the tour, return to your Hotel and relax. Here you have successfully completed your third day of Best of Two Karnataka and Tamilnadu Tour.
 
Evening is free for Leisure.
 
Overnight at Mysore
 

Day 4 Mysore – Nagarahole (Approx 90 Kms) – Mysore

Tour Highlights: Nagarahole National Park
 
After Breakfast, drive to Nagarahole. On your arrival at Nagarahole National Park, proceed for Jungle Safari into the Nagarahole National Park and explore deep into the hazy aura of fascinating wildlife and see the inhabitants in the real nature.  
 
The Nagarahole National Park is also known as Rajiv Gandhi National Park was titled with Wildlife Sanctuary in the year 1955 and later in the year 1988 it became one of the National Park of India. The park also contributes its presence in Nilgiris Biosphere Reserve and has been considered by UNESCO for its selection as a World Heritage Site. Nagarahole had always been an elite hunting place for the rulers of Mysore.  It is one of the best places for travelers who want to get closed to the wildlife.  
At the end of the Safari, return to your Hotel and relax. Here you have successfully completed your fourth day of Best of Two Karnataka and Tamilnadu Tour. Return to Mysore for night stay.
 
Evening is free for Leisure.
 
Overnight at Mysore

Day 5 Mysore – Ooty (Approx 125 Kms)

Tour Highlights: Doddabetta, Ooty Lake, Rose Garden, Botanical Gardens and Stone House
 
After Breakfast, check-out from the Hotel and drive to Ooty.  On your arrival at Ooty, check-in at your pre-booked Hotel and freshen-up.  Later you will be escorted by our Tour Guide and will be taken for Ooty sightseeing. Today’s tour highlights will be Doddabetta, Ooty Lake, Rose Garden, Botanical Gardens and Stone House. In the afternoon, enjoy your Lunch at a nice valley restaurant and continue with the sightseeing. At the end of the tour, return to your Hotel and relax.  Here you have successfully completed your fifth day of Best of Two Karnataka and Tamilnadu Tour.
 
Evening is free for Leisure.
 
Overnight at Ooty

Day 6 Ooty to Kochi / Cochin (Via Coonoor) (Approx 330 Kms)

Tour Highlights: Sims Park, Dolphins Nose Viewpoint, Droog Fort, St. Georges Church, Catherine Falls and Hidden Valley
 
After Breakfast, check-out from the Hotel and drive to Kochi/Cochin. En-route we will visit Coonoor which is the second biggest Hill Station of Nilgiris. Coonoor has always been a popular weekend destination for Coimbatore natives.  Coonoor is rich with extensive species of birds and attracts people who love bird watching. Today’s tour highlights will be Sim’s Park, Dolphin's Nose Viewpoint, Droog Fort, St. George's Church, Catherine Falls and Hidden Valley. In the afternoon, enjoy your lunch at a nice valley restaurant and drive continue towards Kochi. On your arrival at Kochi, check-in at your pre-booked Hotel and relax. Here you have successfully completed your sixth day of Best of Two Karnataka and Tamilnadu Tour.
 
Evening is fee for Leisure.
 
Overnight at Kochi / Cochin
 

Day 7 Kochi / Cochin Sightseeing

Tour Highlights: Kochi Fort, Jew Synagogue, Dutch Palace, Marine Drive and Chinese Fishing Nets
 
After Breakfast, you will be escorted by our Tour Guide and will be taken for Kochi sightseeing. Today’s tour highlights will be Kochi Fort, Jew Synagogue, Dutch Palace, Marine Drive and Chinese Fishing Nets. In the afternoon, enjoy your Lunch in a nice restaurant and continue with the sightseeing. At the end of the tour, return to your Hotel and relax.  Here you have successfully completed your seventh day of Best of Two Karnataka and Tamilnadu Tour.
 
Evening is free for Leisure.
 
Overnight at Kochi
 

Day 8 Cochin – Kumarakom (Approx 55 Kms)

Tour Highlights: Aruvikkuzhi Waterfalls and Kumarakom Bird Sanctuary
 
After Breakfast, check-out from your Hotel in Thekkaddy and drive to Kumarakom. On your arrival at Kumarakom, check-in at your pre-booked Hotel and freshen-up.  Later you will be escorted by our Tour Guide and will be taken for Kumarakom sightseeing.  Today’s tour highlights will be Aruvikkuzhi Waterfalls and Kumarakom Bird Sanctuary. The stretch of backwaters in Kumarakom is spread over 900 sq. Kms.  You may also choose to hire a motor boat or a house boat to experience the beauty of this backwater glory.  In the afternoon, take your lunch in a nice restaurant facing backwaters and continue for the rest of the sightseeing.  At the end of the tour, return to your Hotel and relax. Here you have successfully completed your eighth day of Best of Two Karnataka and Tamilnadu Tour.
 
Evening is free for Leisure.
 
Overnight at Kumarakom
 

Day 9 Kumarakum – Madurai (Approx 265 Kms)

Tour Highlights: Meenakshi Temple
 
After Breakfast, check-out from the Hotel and further drive to Madurai (The City of Divine Nectar). Madurai is 2600 years old historical city which is surrounded by graceful natural plantation and located on the banks of River Vaigai.  On your arrival at Madurai, check-in at your pre-booked Hotel and relax.  After Lunch, you will be escorted by our Tour Guide and will take you for Madurai sightseeing.  Today’s tour highlights will be Meenakshi Temple. At the end of the tour, return to your Hotel and relax. Here you have successfully completed your ninth day of Best of Two Karnataka and Tamilnadu Tour.
 
Evening is free for Leisure.
 
Overnight at Madurai
 

Day 10 Madurai Sightseeing

Tour Highlights: Thirumalai Nayakkar Mahal and Gandhi Memorial
 
After Breakfast, you will be escorted by our Tour Guide and will be taken for Madurai sightseeing. Today’s tour highlights will be Thirumalai Nayakkar Mahal and Gandhi Memorial. During afternoon, treat yourself with regional cuisine in your lunch at a nice South Indian restaurant and continue with the sightseeing. At the end of the tour, return to your Hotel and relax. Here you have successfully completed your tenth day of Best of Two Karnataka and Tamilnadu Tour.
 
Evening is free for Leisure.
 
Overnight at Madurai
 

Day 11 Madurai – Tanjore via Trichy (Approx 190 Kms)

Tour Highlights:  Sri Brihadeeswarar Temple, Thanjavur Royal Palace, Sri Ranganatha Swami Temple, Tiruvanaikkaval Temple, Samayapuram Temple and Srirangam Island
 
After Breakfast, check-out from the Hotel and further drive to Trichy.  En-route we will visit Thanjavur for sightseeing of the famous attractions such as Sri Brihadeeswarar Temple and Thanjavur Royal Palace.   In the afternoon, enjoy your Lunch at a nice Indian restaurant and drive continue to Trichy.  On your arrival at Trichy, check-in at your pre-booked Hotel and rest.  Later you will be escorted by our Tour Guide and will be taken for local sightseeing of Trichy and the highlights will be Sri Ranganatha Swami Temple, Tiruvanaikkaval Temple, Samayapuram Temple and Srirangam Island.  At the end of the tour, return to your Hotel and relax. Here you have successfully completed your eleventh day of Best of Two Karnataka and Tamilnadu Tour.
 
Evening is free for Leisure.
 
Overnight at Trichy
 

Day 12 Tanjore – Pondicherry / Puducherry (Approx 165 Kms)

Tour Highlights: Auroville, Sri Aurbindo Ashram, French War Memorial, Mankula Vinayaka, Sri Vedapuriswar, and Kamatchiamman and Promenade Beach
 
After Breakfast, check-out from the Hotel and drive towards Pondicherry. Pondicherry/Puducherry is a calm little city located on the south coast of India. The dominance of French, the tree lined avenues, the attractive colonial structures, the spiritual landscapes and numerous un-spoilt beaches and backwaters are some of the prominence of this small town. On your arrival at Pondicherry/Puducherry, check-in at your pre-booked Hotel and freshen-up.  Later you will be escorted by our Tour Guide and will take you for local sightseeing of Pondicherry/Puducherry.  Today’s tour highlights will be Auroville, Sri Aurbindo Ashram, French War Memorial, Mankula Vinayaka, Sri Vedapuriswar, and Kamatchiamman and Promenade Beach. In the afternoon, enjoy your Lunch in a nice restaurant.  Pondicherry has an array of decent restaurant which offers blend of cuisines. At the end of the tour, return to your Hotel and relax. Here you have successfully completed your twelfth day of Best of Two Karnataka and Tamilnadu Tour.
 
Evening is free for Leisure.
 
Overnight at Pondicherry
 

Day 13 Pondicherry - Covelong (Approx 120 Kms)

Tour Highlights: Covelong Beach, Dutch Fort, Muttukadu Backwaters
 
After Breakfast, check-out from the Hotel and drive to Covelong.  On your arrival at Covelong, check-in at your pre- booked hotel and freshen-up.  Later you will be escorted by our Tour Guide and will be taken for Covelong sightseeing.  Today’s tour highlights will be Covelong Beach, Dutch Fort and Muttukadu Backwaters. During afternoon, enjoy your lunch at a nice beach side restaurant and continue with the sightseeing.  At the end of the tour, return to your Hotel and relax. Here you have successfully completed your thirteenth day of Best of Two Karnataka and Tamilnadu Tour. 
 
Evening is free for Leisure.
 
Overnight at Covelong
 

Day 14 Covelong – Chennai (Approx 40 Kms)

Tour Highlights: St. Thomas Mount, Kapaleeshwarar Temple, Parthasarathy Temple, Marina Beach, San Thome Basilica
 
After Breakfast, check-out from the Hotel and drive to Chennai. On your arrival at Chennai, check-in at your Hotel and freshen-up.  After freshen-up, you will be escorted by our Tour Guide and will be taken for Chennai sightseeing.  Today’s tour highlights will be St. Thomas Mount, Kapaleeshwarar Temple, Parthasarathy Temple, Marina Beach, San Thome Basilica. During afternoon, enjoy regional cuisine in your Lunch and proceed for further sightseeing.  At the end of the tour, return to your Hotel and relax. Here you have successfully completed your fourteenth day of Best of Two Karnataka and Tamilnadu Tour.
 
Evening is Free for Leisure.
 
Overnight at Chennai
 

Day 15 Chennai - Departure (By flight)

After breakfast, check-out from the Hotel and transfers to Chennai Airport for your onward flight to your Country or to the next Destination.
 
Here you have successfully completed your Best of Karnataka and Tamilnadu Tour.  We sincerely thank you for choosing Trip India for your travel arrangements and we appreciate your patronage and wish you for a safe journey.
 
Where Stay

Hotels Accommodations Envisaged :-

Subject to availability at the time of booking or else similar hotels will be suggested: -

Destination Luxury Deluxe Premium
Bangalore Regenta Place Cunnigham / Similar Hotel Comfort Inn Insys / Similar The Lalit Ashok Palace / Similar
Mysore Hotel Pai Vista / Similar Hotel Fortune JP Palace / Similar Radisson Blu Plaza Mysore / Similar
Ooty Delightz Inn Resorts / Similar Fortune Resort Sullivan Court / Similar Savoy Ooty - IHCL SeleQtions / Similar
Kochi / Cochin Gokulam Park Sarovar / Similar Hotel Keys Cochin by Lemon Tree / Similar Hotel Crowne Plaza Kochi / Similar
Kumarakom Panoramic Sea Resort By Nextel / Similar Panoramic Sea Resort By Nextel / Similar Vasundhara Sarovar Premiere / Similar
Madurai Hotel Royal Court / Similar Hotel Fortune Pandiyan / Similar Courtyard by Marriott Madurai / Similar
Tiruchirappalli Femina Hotel / Similar Hotel Red Fox Tiruchirappalli / Similar Hotel SRM Tiruchirappalli / Similar
Puducherry Ginger Pondicherry / Similar Club Mahindra Puducherry / Similar Le Pondy Beach and Lake Resort / Similar
Kovalam Sagara Beach Resort / Similar Estuary Sarovar Portico / Similar Turtle On The Beach / Similar
Chennai Hotel Zone By The Park / Similar Courtyard by Marriott Chennai / Similar Holiday Inn Chennai OMR / Similar
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Inclusions
  1. Accommodation for 14 Nights / 15 Days on twin / double sharing basis.
  2. Daily buffet breakfast at all hotels.
  3. Transportation by private air-conditioned car with driver for all arrivals, Departures, sightseeing and inter-city drives as per the itinerary.
  4. Services of English speaking guide at the major destinations.
  5. Services of Trip India Representative on all arrivals and departures.
  6. Escorted Morning Sightseeing of Taj Mahal by sunrise, Agra.
  7. Escorted by Amber Fort Sightseeing with Elephant Ride, Jaipur.  
  8. Fuel charges, toll tax, state tax & parking charge.
  9. All presently applicable luxury taxes.
 
Exclusions
  1. Entrance fees at monuments/parks/museums.
  2. Items of personal nature like drinks on table, laundry, telephone bills etc.
  3. Meals other than mentioned above.
  4. Indian visa fees or international airfare / domestic flight fare / train ticket.
  5. Still Camera or video charges levied by some monuments.
  6. Any other shopping and personal purchase.
  7. Medical Requirements on request.
  8. Service Tax as per government.
  9. Any other services not mentioned in the inclusions.
 
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