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Ecstasy of South India Tour

Ecstasy of South India Tour

πŸ“… 12 Nights / 13 Days
πŸš— Private AC Vehicle
🌍 English-Speaking Guide

Bangalore-Mysore-Kabini-Wayanad-Coonoor-Cheruthuruthy-Cochin-Kumarakom-Mararikulam-Cochin

About This Tour

Tour Overview

Travel through Karnataka and Kerala on this 13-day journey combining royal heritage, wildlife, hill stations, performing arts, backwaters and beaches. Explore Mysore, enjoy a scheduled Nagarhole safari from Kabini, discover Wayanad and the Nilgiri hills, and continue through Kerala for Kochi, Kumarakom and Mararikulam. The itinerary offers a broad introduction to South India, with safari access, train reservations and cultural performances confirmed according to availability.

  • Visit Srirangapatna en route from Bengaluru to Mysore.
  • Explore Mysore Palace, Mysore Zoo and Brindavan Gardens.
  • Enjoy a scheduled safari in Nagarhole National Park from Kabini.
  • Discover Wayanad’s Pookode Lake, Edakkal Caves and plantations.
  • Travel through the Nilgiris with an Ooty/Coonoor experience.
  • Experience Kerala’s performing arts and cultural heritage.
  • Explore Fort Kochi and enjoy a Kathakali performance.
  • Relax around Kumarakom and Mararikulam before departure from Cochin.
Day by Day

Your Itinerary

1
Day
Bangalore Arrival & Drive for Mysore

Upon arrival at Bangalore Airport, you’ll be met by our tour manager for an assisted drive to Mysore with an en-route halt at Srirangapatna - famous for its historic, cultural, and religious importance. Continue drive to Mysore and get an escort to the pre-booked hotel. On the way, you’ll get a brief introduction to this tour. Relax and settle down at the hotel. The remaining day is at leisure. Stay overnight in Mysore.

2
Day
In Mysore

Today, after breakfast you’ll leave for exploring the famous tourist places including Mysore Palace, Mysore Zoo, Brindavan Gardens, and St. Philomena’s Church. Also, visit the colorful bazaars in the city to enjoy shopping. Stay overnight in Mysore.

3
Day
Mysore to Kabini

After having breakfast, leave for Kabini to get a joyride in the wildlife reserve. Arrival and get transferred to the hotel to relax and settle down. The rest of the day is leisure. Stay overnight in Kabini.

4
Day
In Kabini

Today, post breakfast, you’ll be leaving for a jungle safari in Nagarhole National Park. While on a safari sighting, spot exotic flora and fauna species such as Elephant, Jackal, Tiger, Panther, Gaur, Sambar, Mongoose, Civet Cat, Hyena, Sloth Bear, and almost 250 variety of birds species. Having featured with great topography, this place encloses gushing streams, lush green forests, gentle slopes, and shallow valleys. Stay overnight in Kabini.

5
Day
Kabini to Wayanad

This morning, after breakfast you’ll leave for Wayanad - Nature’s Abode is replete with waterfalls, historical caves, and scenic vistas. On arrival, get transferred to the hotel to relax and settle down. The rest of the day is leisure. Stay overnight in Wayanad.

6
Day
In Wayanad

This day is planned for a wonderful Wayanad sightseeing Tour where you’ll explore Pookode Lake, Edakkal Caves, and Chembra Peak. Take a leisure walk through the spice plantations and get absorbed in the essence of Wayanad. Stay overnight in Wayanad.

7
Day
Wayanad-Ooty-Coonoor

Kick start the day with breakfast and check-out from the hotel to proceed for Ooty. In Ooty, visit the well-known Bandipur and Mudumalai Sanctuaries followed by a joyride of toy train to Coonoor. Upon arrival, get an assisted transfer to the hotel followed by the overnight stay in Coonoor.

8
Day
Coonoor-Cheruthuruthy

Today, you’ll leave for an onward journey to Cheruthuruthy. Arrival and escort to the hotel for relaxing. The remaining day is at discretion. Stay overnight in Cheruthuruthy.

9
Day
Cheruthuruthy-Cochin

Post breakfast, you’ll meet the guide to visit Vadakkumnathan Shiva Temple wherein the traditional dance forms of Kathakali and Mohiniattam will be enjoyed. Later, proceed for Cochin where your arrival will be assisted by chauffeur to reach the hotel. Take it easy to relax and refresh at the hotel after check-in. Stay overnight in Cochin.

10
Day
In Cochin

This day is planned as a sightseeing trip that will be commenced after breakfast at the hotel. Get ready and met our guide to start exploring the most notable tourist places where the first visit would be at Santa Cruz Basilica which is one of the 9 Basilicas of Kerala. Later Fort Kochi, Mattancherry Palace, St. Francis Church, and the Indo-Portuguese Museum will mesmerize you in their own ways.

An evening of the day is for witnessing the famous classical South Indian Dance form “Kathakali” at Kathakali Center. The story play of genre of art performed by a distinguishing artist having elaborative colorful make-up, traditional costumes, and face masks. Stay overnight in Kochi.

11
Day
Cochin-Kumarakom

After breakfast at the hotel, check-out and proceed for Kumarakom - a little Venice of Backwaters and small Islands. On arrival, get an assisted drive to reach the hotel to relax and freshen-up. Afterward, visit Kumarakom Beach, Vembanad Lake, and Aruvikkuzhi waterfalls. Stay overnight in Kumarakom.

12
Day
Kumarakom-Mararikulam

After breakfast, continue the tour by heading towards the next destination - Mararikulam, a small village in Alappuzha district of Kerala. On arrival, check-in to the hotel with the assistance of a professional tour guide. Relax and settle down to freshen-up at the hotel. Afterward, explore Mararikulam Beach and a small town of Cherthala which is famous for its Thiruayranikkulam Kalathil and Kadavil Bhagavathi Temples. Overnight stay in Mararikulam.

13
Day
Mararikulam-Cochin & departure

Today, you’ll drive for Cochin Airport after breakfast to connect the onward flight for further journey. Here ends the tour.

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