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Enchanting South India Tour
Explore the captivating beauty of South India with an 8-day tour covering Mysore, Coorg, Ooty, Coonoor, and Kodaikanal. Begin in Mysore, visiting landmarks like Mysore Palace and Brindavan Gardens. In Coorg, enjoy attractions such as Namdroling Monastery and Abbey Falls. Continue to Ooty for visits to the Rose Garden, Ooty Lake, and tea plantations. Experience the charming Toy Train ride to Coonoor, and end your journey in Kodaikanal, exploring scenic spots like Bryant Park and Kodai Lake. This tour offers a perfect blend of nature, culture, and history.
Covered Destination:
Mysore: Renganathaswamy temple, Mysore palace, St. Philomena’s Cathedral, Jaganmohan Art Gallery, Chamundeshwari Temple, Brindavan Gardens
Coorg: Namdroling Monastery, Cauvery Nisarghadhama, Dubare Elephant camp, Madikeri Fort, Museum, Raja Seat, Abbey Falls, Omkareshwar temple, Tala Cauvery
Ooty: Enroute Dubare Elephant Camp, Mudumalai, Pykara River, Botanical Garden, Ooty lake, chocolate Factory, Thread Garden, Store house, Tea factory, Museum.
Coonoor: Explore Toy Train, sim Park, Lamb Rock, Dolphin nose.
Kodaikanal: Silver cascade falls, Kodaikanal lake, Bryant Park, The Pillar Rock, The Cooker’s walk, The Green valley view, Guna caves, Pine Forest.
Upon your arrival at Bangaluru, our representative from South Tourism will rececive and assist you for your onward journey to Mysuru, the erstwhile capital of Deccan Kings.On your way to Mysuru, stop at Srirengapatna to visit Renganathaswamy temple,one of the FIVE Pancharanga Kshetras along the banks of River Cauvery where the presiding deity Lord Renganatha will be in the reclining posture and the four other shrines being in Srirangam, Koviladi, Mayiladudurai and Sirkazhi, all in Tamilnadu. Srirangapatna is also called Adhi Renga Kshetram, correlating to the origin of River Cauvery in this region. After vsiiting Srirengapatna temple, visit the fort,palace and palace owned by the Veteran King Tippu Sultan and proceed to Mysuru. After checking in and relaxing a while in the hotel, visit the popular Brindavan Garden attracting large number of tourists round the year. Overnight stay at Mysuru.
Post breakfast, check out from hotel and pay a visit to the popular Chamundeeswari temple and most gorgeously constructed Mysore Palace. Marvel the architectural elegance of this wonderful building, the official residence of the Mysore Royal Family. After visiting Mysore Palace, start your drive to Coorg or Kodagu, an enthralling tourist destination in Karnataka. En route to Coorg, visit Namdroling Monastery, called as the Golden Temple situated in Bylakuppe, the second largest Tibetan settlement in India. Get yourself soaked in the silent beauty of this Buddhist Monastery and the youngest Buddhist monks will surprise you for sure. Also visit Cauvery Nisarghadhama, a popular holiday destination in Karnataka.You can access this beautiful island via a rope bridge and witness the dense network fo Sandalwood, bamboo and teak trees. Elephant riding and treetop cottages are the prominent attractions here. Resume your journey to Coorg. After checking into the hotel, rest of the day is at your leisure. Overnight stay at Coorg.
This day is for visiting the scenic locations of Coorg. Get drenched in the beauty of mysty morning and start to Omkareswarar Temple. Then proceed to Abbey Falls, located amidst lush green coffee plantations owned by an individual. You can access here using a hanging bridge.After thoroughly enjoying here, resume to Madikeri Fort, Museum, Raja Seat and Museum to know more about the history of Deccan Plateau. Return to hotel and after relaxing for a while, the time is at your disposal to stroll along shopping region where you can opt to get some homemade wines of different flavours. Overnight Stay at Coorg.
After an early breakfast, start your drive to Ooty, the "Queen of Hill Stations". On the way, visit the Dubare Elephant Camp, where you can take part in bathing and feeding of the giant mammals.Also visit Mudumalai wildlife sanctuary, Pykara River and shooting Point. Check into the hotel at Ooty and rest of the day is at your leisure. Overnight stay at Ooty.
This day is for experiencing the beauty of Ooty. Post breakfast, start to visit Botanical Garden, the iconic location of Ooty. The fossil trees, glass house, model house of tribal Todas are some of the popular attractions here. Proceed to Rose Garden, where you can witness unique varieties of roses you would probably have never seen before. Also visit St.Stephan Church, Tea Factory & Museum, Thread Garden and Stone House, the interest locations in Ooty. Overnight stay at Ooty.
Post breakfast, start your onward journey to Kodaikanal, the Princess of Hill Stations. Enroute, visit Dodda Betta, the highest mountain in Nilgiris Mountain Range. Also visit some of the popular tourist locations like SIMS Park, Lamb Rock, Dolphin's Nose, before resuming your drive to Kodaikanal. Check into the hotel and rest of the day is at your leisure. Overnight stay in Kodaikanal.
Kodaikanal is one of the most pleasant locations to explore attracting everyone with its tranquil and scenic ambiance. Start your day visiting the Observatory. Proceed to Pine forest, one of the exquisite locations of Kodaikanal. Also visit Moir Point from where you can have panoramic view of region around. Walk on Coakers Walk, the man made walking track on mountain stretching for one kilometre. Post Lunch, you can visit few other attractions like Bryant Park, Chettiyar Parka and Kurinji Andavar Temple before returning to hotel. Overnight stay at Kodaikanal
Post breakfast, start your drive to Coimbatore. On the way, if time permits, visit Silver Cascade Falls. Our representative will assist you for a smoothe departure in Coimbatore Airport based on your schedule. Tour ends with beautiful memories !
FAQs:
What are the top attractions in Mysore?
Mysore Palace, St. Philomena’s Cathedral, Jaganmohan Art Gallery, Chamundeshwari Temple, and Brindavan Gardens.
What can I see in Coorg?
Namdroling Monastery, Cauvery Nisargadhama, Dubare Elephant Camp, Madikeri Fort, Abbey Falls, and Raja’s Seat.
What activities are available in Ooty?
Visit the Rose Garden, Ooty Lake, Tea Gardens, Botanical Garden, Tea Factory, and Thread Garden.
What is special about the Toy Train ride to Coonoor?
The Toy Train ride offers scenic views of the Nilgiri hills and stops at attractions like Sim’s Park, Lamb’s Rock, and Dolphin’s Nose.
What are the highlights of Kodaikanal?
Silver Cascade Falls, Kodaikanal Lake, Bryant Park, The Pillar Rocks, Coaker’s Walk, Green Valley View, Guna Caves, and Pine Forest.