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PEAKS OF SOUTH (21 NIGHTS & 22 DAYS)
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MUMBAI – CHENNAI – MAHABALIPURAM – PONDICHERRY – TANJORE – MADURAI - KANYAKUMARI – KOVALAM – ALLEPPEY – COCHIN – OOTY – MYSORE – BANGALORE - MUMBAI
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MUMBAI (ARRIVAL)
Upon arrival at Mumbai meet & greet at the airport & transfer to hotel Legend (3*) or similar (Vehicle not on disposal). Overnight stay at hotel.
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MUMBAI
Morning Breakfast at hotel. Later Full day city tour of Mumbai, visit Dhobi ghats, Hanging garden, Gateway of India, Juhu area to see film stars houses etc (Vehicle not on disposal). Overnight stay at hotel.
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MUMBAI / CHENNAI (by Flight)
Morning Breakfast at hotel. Check out at 12:00 Hrs. Later transfer to airport to board on flight for Chennai.
Upon arrival at Chennai meet at the airport & transfer to hotel Royal Regency (3*) or similar (Vehicle not on disposal). Overnight stay at hotel.
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CHENNAI
Morning Breakfast at hotel. Later drive through the flowers and fruit market, High court, Fort museum, Marina Beach, Santhome Cathedral and Snake Park. Afternoon free to explore the city own your own (Vehicle not on disposal). Overnight stay at hotel.
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CHENNAI / MAHABALIPURAM (58 KM & 02 HRS APPROX) – BY SURFACE
Morning after Breakfast at hotel drive to Mahabalipuram, upon arrival at Mahabalipuram check into hotel See Breeze (3*) or similar. Afternoon visit the city with our Driver (Vehicle on Disposal).
The city of Mahabalipuram is famous for the seven pagodas. Here on the seashore is an interesting group of ancient rock hewn temples which are the examples of Dravidian style of Architecture.
Overnight stay at hotel.
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MAHABALIPURAM / PONDICHERRY (144 KMS & 04 HRS APPROX) –by Surface
Morning after Breakfast at hotel drive to Pondicherry, upon arrival at Pondiicherry check into Hotel The Mass (2*) or similar. (Vehicle on disposal).
The capital of French India before independence, Pondicherry traces its origin to Saint Agasthya, the revered sage of the south & excavation near by reveal that a Roman settlement existed here 2000 years ago. It was the theatre of many a battle between the British.
Overnight stay at hotel.
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PONDICHERRY / TANJORE (185 KMS & 05 HRS APPROX) – BY SURFACE
Morning after Breakfast at hotel drive to Tanjore, upon arrival at Tanjore check into hotel Oriental Tower (3*) or similar.
Evening visit the city with our driver (Vehicle on Disposal).
The beautiful Chola temple of Brihadeeshwara is capped by a monolithic cupola made of a single granite block weighting 80 tons which was taken to the top with the help of a 6 km long ramp, bronzes and handicrafts make Tanjore one of the highlights of a visit to south India.
Overnight stay at hotel.
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TANJORE / MADURAI (158 KM & 4.5 HRS APPROX) – BY SURFACE
Morning after Breakfast at hotel drive to Madurai, upon arrival at Madurai Check into hotel Germanus Days Inn (3*) or similar. Afternoon visit the city with our Driver (Vehicle on Disposal).
Visit the great Meenakshi temple dedicated to the consort of Lord Shiva with its towering gopurams (rising high above the surrounding country side). Later, visit the Tirumala Nayak Palace – A gracious building in the Indo saracenic style, famous for the Stucco work on its domes & arches. Also visit the Alagar Hills and Tirupara Kundran Rock temple. Overnight stay at hotel.
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MADURAI: Full day excursion trip to Ramashwaram
Morning full day excursion trip to Rameshwaram with our Driver (Vehicle on Disposal).
The island of Rameshwaram spreads out over a 56 km swell with gentle sand dunes, embellished with the delicacy of casuarinas trees and stark palms. This is a sacred place for Hindus since according to Ramayana; this is where Rama worshipped Lord Shiva to absolve himself of the sin of killing Ravana. A dip into the sacred waters of the Agnitheertham which was calmed by Rama is a must for Hindus. Later back to Madurai for overnight stay at hotel.
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MADURAI / KANYAKUMARI (235 KM & 6.5 HRS APROX) – BY SURFACE
Morning after Breakfast at hotel drive to Kanyakumari, upon arrival at Kanyakumari check into hotel Singaar International (3*) or similar. Evening visit the city with our Driver (Vehicle on Disposal).
Kanya Kumari is the land’s end of India where the water of the Arabian Sea, the Bay of Bangal and The Indian Ocean meet. An important pilgrim centre of India, it is famous for the Amman temple – a symbol of unity and sanctity – dedicated to the virgin goddess, kanya Kumari. To is South-East lies the famous Vivekananda Rock Memorial, a blend of all the architectural style of India.
Overnight stay at hotel.
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KANYAKUMRAI / KOVALAM (90 KM & 02 HRS APROX) – BY SURFACE
Morning after breakfast at hotel drive to Kovalam, upon arrival at Kovalam check into hotel Udai Samundra (3*) or similar. Later full day free to enjoy on Beach (Vehicle on Disposal).
Kovalam is one of the most beautiful beaches of the world. The surf here is ideal for surf-riding and the water invites the visitor to ride the Catamaran or Log, with the fisherman, or to take a cool swim. Nearby is the Beach Centre of aquatic sports. At the yoga and health centre, Yoga classes and transcendental meditation are held. Ayurvedic oil massages and oil bath are given by experts.
Overnight stay at hotel.
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KOVALAM
| Morning Breakfast at hotel. Later full day free to explore the
beach own your own (Vehicle on disposal). Overnight stay at hotel |
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KOVALAM / ALLEPPEY (220 KM & 06 HRS APROX) – BY SURFACE
Morning after breakfast at hotel drive to Alleppey, upon arrival at Alleppey Check into hotel Arcadia Regency (3*) or similar. (Vehicle on Disposal). Afternoon boat cruise on back water.
The coastal town of Alleppey on the Arabian Sea is the Venice of the east, for the numerous canals that meander through the town. Bathing in the backwaters on the Vemband Lake is refreshing. This town holds a thrilling event of snake-boat race every year in August. It is also known for its cashew nuts, coir trade, rice pepper crops & coconuts. Overnight stay at hotel.
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ALLEPPEY / COCHIN (63 KM & 02 HRS APROX) – BY SURFACE
Morning after Breakfast at hotel drive to Cochin, upon arrival at Cochin check into hotel Presidency (4*) or similar. Overnight stay at hotel.
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COCHIN
Morning Breakfast at hotel. Later Half day city tour of Cochin.
Cochin is the natural created by the famed underwater Malabar mud-banks whose quality ensures that the rougher the seas are outside, calmer the waters are within the Harbour. Vasco-de-Gama placed it on the world map. It has a Jewish synagogue, Portuguese churches, mosques and Hindu temples. Watch the Chinese Fishing Nets.
Afternoon free to explore the city own your own.
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COCHIN / OOTY (210 KM & 06 HRS APPROX) – BY SURFACE
Morning after Breakfast at hotel drive to ooty, upon arrival at Ooty check into hotel Monarch (3) or similar. Later Free to explore the city own your own (Vehicle on Disposal). Overnight stay at hotel.
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OOTY
Morning Breakfast at hotel. Later full day free to explore the city own your own (Vehicle on disposal). Overnight stay at hotel.
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OOTY / MYSORE (160 KM & 04 HRS APROX) – BY SURFACE
Morning after Breakfast at hotel drive to Mysore, upon arrival at Mysore check into hotel Pai Vista (3*+) or similar. Afternoon Half day city tour of Mysore, visit the palace of the Maharaja built in 1911-12. The palace is of harmonious syntheses of the Hindu and saracenic styles of architecture with archways, domes, turrets, colonnades and sculptures which are magnificent. Visit the Art Gallery; drive upto Chamundi hill to see Chamundeshwari temple and a panoramic view of Mysore. (Vehicle on Disposal). Overnight stay at hotel.
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MYSORE / BANGALORE (140 KM & 4.5 HRS APPROX) – BY SURFACE
Morning after Breakfast at hotel drive to Bangalore, upon arrival at Bangalore check into hotel Mayflower (2*+) or similar. (Vehicle not on disposal). Overnight stay at hotel.
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BANGALORE
Morning Breakfast at hotel. Later Half day city tour of Bangalore.
In this Garden City- visit the Lal Bagh with a variety of old trees, fountains, lotus pools, terraces & an assortment of tropical and sub-tropical herbs. Also see the Maharaja’s Palace & Government Buildings (Vehicle not on Disposal). Overnight stay at hotel.
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BANGALORE / MUMBAI (By Flight)
Morning Breakfast at hotel. Check out at 12:00. Later transfer to airport to board on flight for Mumbai.
Upon arrival at Mumbai meet at the airport & transfer to hotel Legend (3*) or similar. Overnight stay at hotel.
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MUMBAI / AMSTERDAM (DEPARTURE)
Morning Breakfast at hotel. Check out at 12:00 Hrs. Later transfer to airport to board on flight for Amsterdam.
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02 Pax: Euro 1180 per person
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Cost includes: |
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Accommodation on twin sharing basis with breakfast in standard room
All transfers, city tour, intercity travel by a Ac car
English speaking guide during the city tour
Boat ride at Alleppey
All taxes |
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Cost does not include: |
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International/domestic airfares
Monuments entrances fees
Airport Taxes, visa Charges
Any expenses of personal Nature like Mineral water, laundry etc.
Any other service not mention under “Our cost Includes” head
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