Spice of the South

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Travel the lush landscapes and experience the unique cultural riches of India's south. Wander Mysore's incense-laden markets, fragrant tea plantations, and marvel at the sight of India's greatest remaining elephant herds as you explore the jungles of Nagarhole. Be enchanted by the tranquil backwaters stretching languidly across the tropical Kerala lowlands, t...
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    Travel the lush landscapes and experience the unique cultural riches of India's south. Wander Mysore's incense-laden markets, fragrant tea plantations, and marvel at the sight of India's greatest remaining elephant herds as you explore the jungles of Nagarhole. Be enchanted by the tranquil backwaters stretching languidly across the tropical Kerala lowlands, the tea-growing highlands of the Nilgiris and charming, spice-filled Fort Cochin.

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Day 1 : Bangalore

BangaloreArrive in Bangalore, transfer to your hotel, and meet your fellow travellers and Tour Leader (or local guide).Hotel: The Chancery (or similar)

Day 2 : Bangalore to Mysore

Visit the beautiful Lalbagh Botanical Gardens. En route to Mysore, stop at a local 'fast food' institution to sample a classic south Indian vegetarian lunch. Travel to the river island of Srirangapatnam and visit the Ranganathaswamy Fort. In Mysore, spend the evening at leisure.Hotel: Royal Orchid Metropole Mysore (or similar)

Day 3 : Mysore

Drive to the temple complex at Somnathpur. Embark on a walking tour with a local expert to reveal the quirks and hidden gems of Mysore's rich history. Visit the colourful Devaraja market, one of India's liveliest. Visit the Maharajah's Palace before enjoying free time or driving out to Chamundi Hill for sunset.Hotel: Royal Orchid Metropole Mysore (or similar)

Day 4 : Mysore to Nagarhole National Park

Continue southwest to the jungles of Nagarhole National Park, one of India's lesser-known national parks. Take a boat cruise on the Kabini Reservoir to view herds of Indian elephants, crocodiles and birdlife.Hotel: The Serai Kabini (or similar)

Day 5 : Nagarhole National Park

Nagarhole National ParkFurther explore the jungles of Nagarhole on a jeep safari either at dawn or in the late afternoon where you may see elephants, Gaur (bison), deer and if you're lucky, tiger or Leopard.Hotel: The Serai Kabini (or similar)

Day 6 : Nagarhole National Park to Coonoor

Drive to the hill town of Coonoor. Climb the Nilgiri Hills and pass through scenic farmlands and eucalypt plantations to arrive in Coonoor.Hotel: The Gateway Hotel Church Road (or similar)

Day 7 : Ooty

From the British-Indian railway station in central Coonoor, ride on the famous Nilgiris Queen 'toy train' to Ooty, a former British hill station famous for its tea production. This experience allows you to step back into the Nilgiris' colonial past. Visit St Stephen's...

Day 8 : Coonoor to Munnar

Depart for Munnar on a road journey taking in verdant tropical mountain scenery and beautiful vistas of lush Nilgiris forests, the wild hilly scrub jungles of the Anaimudi Tiger Reserve and plantations. After a long day of travel, arrive at your accommodation located in a hillside setting of cardamom and coffee plantations.Hotel: Spice Tree Munnar (or similar)

Day 9 : Munnar

Visit the Kannan Devan Tea Cooperative to learn about the tea-making process and sample some tea. Stop at the Shristi Foundation, a local charity that helps the local tea community by providing education and employment opportunities. In the afternoon, enjoy a hill safari to see local farming and produce.Hotel: Spice Tree Munnar (or similar)

Day 10 : Munnar to Kumarakom

Continue the journey southwest to Kerala, stopping en route at a family-run pineapple and rubber plantation. Tour the grounds and enjoy a traditional Keralan lunch. Afterwards, continue to the Kerala backwaters.Hotel: Coconut Lagoon (or similar)

Day 11 : Kumarakom

Enjoy a blissful day at leisure to savour the beautiful setting and atmosphere of the Kerala backwaters. Join a cooking demonstration and enjoy sundowners by the lakeside.Hotel: Coconut Lagoon (or similar)

Day 12 : Kerala Backwaters to Cochin

Kerala Backwaters to CochinCruise through Kerala's backwaters aboard a 'kettuvalayam', one of Kerala's iconic converted rice barges. Enjoy lunch on board and observe life along the waterways. After disembarking the boat, drive a short distance to Cochin.Hotel: Fragrant Nature Kochi (or similar)

Day 13 : Cochin City Tour

Discover Cochin on a heritage walking tour and see some of the wonderful historic architecture from the Portuguese colonisation including Fort Cochin, St Francis Church and Dutch Palace Museum. Explore fascinating Jew Town and visit the 16th century Pardesi Synagogue....

Day 14 : Cochin

CochinTransfer to Cochin airport for your onward journey.Bangalore Cochin 14 Days

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Last Updated: 10/30/2019

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