top of page

Best of Kerala and Karnataka

Duration:

15 Nights & 16 Days

Destinations:

COCHIN - COONOOR - WAYANAD - KABINI - COORG - HASAN - HOSPET - HAMPI - HUBLI - GOA

Taj-Mahal-India.jpg

Tour Highlights:

Discover South India’s vibrant heritage and natural beauty, from Cochin’s historic sites and Kathakali dance to the scenic hills of Coonoor and Ooty’s famed Toy Train. Explore Wayanad’s caves, experience Kabini’s wildlife, and visit ancient temples in Hassan. Marvel at the ruins of Hampi, unwind on Goa’s beaches, and conclude in the bustling city of Mumbai.

Itinerary:

DAY 01: ARRIVE COCHIN BY INTERNATIONAL FLIGHT 

On arrival you will meet our Travel Executive after collecting your luggage & passing customs at arrival hall. Further he will assist you your transfer to hotel. Overnight in Bangalore. (B) 


DAY 02: COCHIN 

After breakfast, tour Cochin visiting the Jewish Synagogue, Chinese Fishing nets and St. Francis Church. Overnight in Cochin. In the late evening you will witness the Kathakali dance drama. Overnight stay in Kochi. (B) 


DAY 03: COCHIN – COONOOR BY ROAD (285KMS/6-7HRS) 

Drive to Coonoor and check in at hotel. Rest of the day is free to relax. 


DAY 04: COONOOR 

In the morning you will visit tour of Ooty visiting Botanical Garden- the picturesque gardens with over 650 species of plants and trees, including a fossil of a tree, which is believed to be more than 20 million years old. Also, you will visit the Ooty Lake. Afternoon enjoy the famous Toy train ride from Connor to Ooty on historical Nilgiri Mountain railway established in 1899. 


DAY 05: COONOOR – WAYANAD BY ROAD (140KMS/4HRS) 

Drive to Wayanad and check in at hotel. Rest of the day is free to relax. 


DAY 06: WAYANAD 

Depart for tour of Wayanad visiting Chembra Peak, Kottamuda, Edakkal Caves, Pazhassi tomb another place of Interest. 


DAY 07: WAYANAD – KABINI BY ROAD (60KMS/1.5HRS) 

Depart for Kabini - the hunting retreat of the Mysore Maharajas and check in at hotel. Afternoon you will be taken into the park for game viewing. 


DAY 08: KABINI – COORG BY ROAD (135KMS/3HRS) 

Depart for Coorg and check in at hotel. The evening is free for leisure walks along the beach promenade. 


DAY 09: COORG – HASSAN BY ROAD (105KMS/3HRS) 

Drive to Hassan and check in at hotel. Afternoon you will be taken to visit the ancient temples Belur and Halebid. Once the capital of Hoysala Kings. 


DAY 10: HASSAN – HOSPET BY ROAD (310KMS/7HRS) 

Drive to Hospet - the base for visiting Hampi ruins and check in at hotel. 


DAY 11: HOSPET 

Depart for tour of Hampi, as it is popularly known today was the medieval capital of the Hindu empire Vijayanagara (the City of Victory). Hampi in the Karnataka state of India is listed as one of the UNESCO World Heritage Sites. Hampi is charismatic even in its ruined state. It attracts thousands of tourists and pilgrims every year. Vast stretches of boulder-strewn hills make the backdrop of Hampi unique. 


DAY 12: HOSPET – HUBLI BY ROAD (150KMS/3HRS) 

Drive to Hubli and check in at hotel. In the afternoon visit tour of Chandramouleshwara Temple, Unkal Lake, Siddharoodha Math and other places of Interest. 


DAY 13: HUBLI – GOA BY ROAD (210KMS/4HRS) 

Depart for Goa and check in at hotel. Rest of the day is free to relax. 


DAY 14: GOA 

Morning half day tour of Old Goa visiting Basilica of Bom Jesus, Se Cathedral and Panjim City. Afternoon is free to relax. 


DAY 15: GOA Full day free to relax on the beach (No Transport) 


DAY 16: GOA – MUMBAI BY FLIGHT Depart – Mumbai by International flight

Hotel Costs:

Surreal Glass Flowers_edited.jpg

Inclusions:

A. HOTEL

· 15 Nights hotel accommodation on Twin/Double sharing basis including all existing taxes.


B. Meals 

·  Daily breakfast (B) as mentioned in the itinerary.

C. TRANSPORT

· Meeting and assistance on arrival / departure by our airport representative

· Cost based on air-conditioned transport –AC Crysta Innova (02 pax)

· Transfer from airport to hotel and vice-versa.

· Sightseeing, excursion and Surface travel as per programme

D GUIDE

· English Speaking local guide during the sightseeing as per program.


E: ENTRANCE FEES & VISITS

· Included only for 01 visits

  • Sightseeing:Full-day and half-day sightseeing tours in Cochin, Ooty, Wayanad, Kabini, Coorg, Hassan, Hampi, Hubli, and Goa.
    Visits to major attractions such as the Jewish Synagogue, Chinese Fishing Nets, St. Francis Church in Cochin; Botanical Gardens and Ooty Lake in Ooty; Chembra Peak, Kottamuda, Edakkal Caves, Pazhassi Tomb in Wayanad; Belur and Halebid Temples in Hassan; Hampi ruins (UNESCO World Heritage Site); and Old Goa churches.

  • Special Activities:Kathakali dance drama in Cochin.
    Toy train ride from Coonoor to Ooty on the Nilgiri Mountain Railway.
    Game viewing safari in Kabini.

  • Transport:Air-conditioned vehicle for all road transfers and sightseeing.
    Domestic flight from Goa to Mumbai (as per the itinerary).

  • Guides:English-speaking local guides during sightseeing tours.

  • Additional Sightseeing:Visit to the historical temples in Belur and Halebid in Hassan.
    Excursion to the Vijayanagara Empire ruins in Hampi.

  • Leisure:Free time to relax in destinations like Coonoor, Wayanad, Coorg, Goa, and other locations as per the itinerary.

  • Entry Fees:Entry to monuments and sites included in the itinerary.

  • Porterage:Porterage at hotels and airports.

  • Assistance:Meet and assist by travel executive at airports for transfers.

  • Meals:Breakfast provided daily during the trip.

  • Evening and Leisure Time:Leisure time in the evenings for self-exploration, especially in places like Goa, Coorg, Wayanad, and other scenic locations.

Current applicable taxes

Exclusions:

1. ITEMS OF PERSONAL NATURE - such as laundry, table drinks, telephone bills, tips to room boys, drivers, guides, personal clothing including sleeping bags etc.

2. Any Air fare.

3. Visa fee for India to be arranged and paid for directly by the clients. Check VISA rules carefully from your nearest Indian Embassy/ Mission before applying for Indian VISA.

4. Travel & Health Insurance to be arranged and paid for directly by the clients.

5. Airport taxes and fuel surcharges, which are subject to change without notice. Any meals (other than breakfast), drinks, tips, expenses of personal nature.

6. Anything not mentioned in the “Cost Includes” column.

Gallery:

bottom of page