Gems Of South India Tour: Caves, Palaces, Temples & Backwaters

19 days

Easy

Explore the rich tapestry of South India on our captivating "Gems Of South India Tour: Caves, Palaces, Temples & Backwaters". Begin your journey in Mumbai, where the vibrant cityscape awaits with its bustling markets and iconic landmarks. Cruise to Elephanta Caves to unravel ancient mysteries before delving into Mumbai's diverse cultural heritage. Traverse to Aurangabad to marvel at the intricate carvings of Ellora Caves and Ajanta Caves. Bidar beckons with its regal forts and Islamic monuments, while Bijapur captivates with its architectural marvels like Gol Gumbaz. Badami whispers tales of Chalukyan glory amidst its cave temples and forts. Hampi, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, invites exploration of its majestic ruins and ancient temples. Embark on a scenic journey to Cochin via Hubli, and soak in the charm of Kerala with a Kathakali dance performance and a leisurely backwater cruise in Alleppey. Unravel the treasures of South India on this unforgettable odyssey.
What's included?
  • Food & drinks
Breakfast
Dinner
Lunch
Assistance on arrival at the airport.
18 Nights' accommodation (if option selected) in selected price category hotels.
Private AC car/van for airport transfers, sightseeing, and excursions as per the program.
English speaking tour guide on sightseeing days (local guide in each city), as per the program
Monument entrances and activity charges mentioned in the itinerary.
Bottled drinking water in the car.
Government taxes.
Exclusions
    Any flight ticket.
    Camera charges at monuments if any.
    Meals other than mentioned in inclusions.
    Expenses of personal nature like liquor, laundry, tips, telephone, fax, internet, etc.
    Gratuities and optional activities.
    Anything not mentioned in the inclusions.
    Please note
    • Stroller / pram accessible
    • Public transportation nearby
    • Infant seats available
    • Not wheelchair accessible
    • Not suitable for pets
    • Infants must not sit on laps
    • Hotels used or similar Mumbai x 2 nights 3* - Hotel Suba Palace/ BW Hotel Sahil 4* - Sun-N-Sand Hotel/ Fariyas Hotel 5* - Trident Hotel/ ITC Grand Central Aurangabad x 2 nights 3* - 7 Apple Hotel Aurangabad / Ginger Aurangabad 4* - Sun-N-Sand Hotel/ Fariyas Hotel 5* - WelcomHotel Rama International / Lemon Tree Hotel Hyderabad x 2 nights 3* - Aditya Park/ Lemon Tree Hotel 4* - Lemon Tree Hotel/ Fortune Park Vallabha 5* - ITC Kakatiya, a Luxury Collection/ Trident Hotel Gulbarga x 1 nights 3*/4*/5* - Hotel Heritage Inn Bijapur x 1 nights 3*/4*/5* - Sun Hotel/ Hotel Mayura Adilshahi Badami x 2 nights 3* - Krishna Heritage/ The Heritage Resort 4*/5* - Badami Court/ Krishna Heritage Hospet/ Hampi x 2 nights 3* - Krishna Palace/ Kishkinda Heritage Resort 4* - Heritage Resort/ Malligi Hotel 5* - Hyatt Place/ Hampi Boulders Cochin x 1 nights 3* - The Dune Hotel/ Abad Plaza 4* - Casino Hotel/ The Avenue Regent 5* - Xandari Harbour/ Le Meridien Munnar x 2 nights 3* - Fort Munnar/ Abad Copper Castle 4* - Nature Zone Jungle Resort/ Fragrant Nature Munnar 5* - Chandys Windy Woods/ Tea County Thekkady (Thekkady) x 1 nights 3* - Abad Green Forest/ Hotel Treetop 4* - The Elephant Court/ Cardamom County 5* - Spice village/ Cardamom County Kumarakom x 1 nights 3* - Abad Whispering Palm/ Cocobay Resort 4* - Eastend Lake Song/ Goldfield Lake Resort 5* - Coconut Lagoon/ The Zuri Alleppey x 1 nights 3* - Deluxe Houseboat (AC during night) 4* - Preminum Houseboat 5* - Luxury Houseboat
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