Spice Tour of South India

12 Days - 11 Nights
Bangalore - Mysore - Ooty - Cochin - Periyar - Kumarakom - Cochin

Overview

Spice Tour of South India is a sensory trail through the most endowed and seasoned route of India. Unlike any regular tours, this intoxicating journey to India has mesmerized the visitors since the historical discovery of Spice Route and continues to do so with the same enchanting appeal to the modern-day traveller. The lush tropical landscape here accommodates the best kept bounties of aromatic teas, coffee, cinnamon, black pepper and a lot more in its naturally spirited setting.

Tour Itinerary

  • Day 1 Arrival in Bangalore / Bengaluru
    Morning Arrive in Bangalore. / Bengaluru, meet India Budget Tours representative who will assist the transfers to the hotel for overnight stay in the city. Afternoon Visit Lalbagh Botanical Garden and Bangalore Palace. Evening Explore the vibrant nightlife at MG Road and Brigade Road. Overnight stay hotel.
  • Day 2 Bangalore to Mysore
    Morning take breakfast and drive to Mysore (3 hours). And afternoon Check into your hotel. Visit Mysore Palace. Evening Stroll around Brindavan Gardens and enjoy the musical fountain show. Overnight stay in hotel.
  • Day 3 Mysore Sightseeing
    Morning take breakfast and Visit Chamundi Hill and Chamundeshwari Temple. And afternoon Explore the Mysore Zoo and St. Philomena's Church. Evening Shop for silk sarees and handicrafts at the local market. Overnight stay in hotel.
  • Day 4 Mysore to Ooty
    Morning take breakfast and drive to Ooty (4-5 hours). And afternoon Check into your hotel. Visit Ooty Lake and enjoy a boat ride. Evening Explore the local market and try some local delicacies. Overnight stay in Mysore hotel.
  • Day 5 Ooty Sightseeing
    Morning take breakfast and Visit the Botanical Gardens and Dodda betta Peak. And afternoon Explore the Rose Garden and Tea Factory. Evening Relax at your hotel or take a walk around the town. Overnight stay in Ooty hotel.
  • Day 6 Ooty to Cochin
    Morning take breakfast and Drive to Cochin (6-7 hours). And afternoon Check into your hotel. Visit Fort Kochi and the Chinese Fishing Nets. Evening Enjoy a Kathakali dance performance. Overnight stay in Cochin hotel.
  • Day 7 Cochin to Periyar
    Morning take breakfast and Drive to Periyar (4-5 hours). And afternoon Check into your hotel. Visit the spice plantations. Evening Take a guided nature walk in the Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary. Overnight Stay in Periyar hotel.
  • Day 8 Periyar Sightseeing
    Morning take breakfast and Go for a boat ride on Periyar Lake to spot wildlife. Afternoon Visit the Periyar Tiger Reserve. Evening Relax at your hotel or take a stroll around the area. Overnight stay in hotel.
  • Day 9 Periyar to Kumarakom
    Morning take breakfast and Drive to Kumarakom (4 hours). And afternoon Check into your hotel or houseboat. Relax by the backwaters. Evening Enjoy a sunset cruise on Vembanad Lake. Overnight stay in House boat.
  • Day 10 Kumarakom Sightseeing
    Morning take breakfast and Visit the Kumarakom Bird Sanctuary. And afternoon Explore the local village and interact with the locals. Evening Relax on the houseboat or at the resort.
  • Day 11 Kumarakom to Cochin
    Morning take breakfast and drive back to Cochin (1.5 hours). And afternoon Check into your hotel. Visit the Fort Kochi, Chinese Fishing Nets, Kathakali dance, Jewish Synagogue. Evening Enjoy a farewell dinner at a local restaurant. Overnight stay in Cochin hotel.
  • Day 12 Departure from Cochin
    Morning take breakfast from hotel and Free time for last-minute shopping or relaxation. And afternoon Transfer to Cochin International Airport for your departure.

Inclusions

  • Accommodation with breakfast.
  • All transfers and sightseeing by private air-conditioned vehicle.
  • English-speaking tour guide for all sightseeing.
  • All applicable taxes.
  • Indian sim card with cell phone
  • One double/ twin bed room
  • Government services tax of 4.89%

Exclusions

  • International/domestic airfare.
  • Any meals other than those specified.
  • Personal expenses such as tips, laundry, and phone calls.
  • Travel insurance.
  • Any optional tours or activities not mentioned in the itinerary.