Enchanting South

Assistance on arrival at airport

On arrival, once you have collected your baggage, please proceed to the arrival lounge. TOTAL HOLIDAY OPTIONS executive will meet holding a placard who will assist you with a transfer to your accommodation.

Morning city tour, visiting Bull temple, Bangalore Palace and later travel to Mysore

Morning proceed for a half-day city tour of Bangalore, City of Gardens as it is commonly known because of its beautiful parks, avenues and gardens. Visit the Bull Temple: carved out of single granite rock, it houses the magnificent stone statue of the sacred bull Nandi; Bangalore Palace: built in the Tudor style and inspired by Windsor Palace, the summer palace of Tipu Sultan, within its walls is the well preserved 16th century Ganapathi Temple. Later assistance on departure and travel to Mysore. Once the capital of the Mysore Maharajas is the second biggest city of Karnataka state, which still preserves its age-old glory with its majestic palaces, forts and gardens. Mysore is known across the world for its exotic sandalwood oils, rosewood carved products and Mysore silk saris.

Check in at Hotel

On arrival in Mysore, check-in at your accommodation (No assistance required). Rest of the day is at leisure or for own activities.

Full day city tour visiting Mysore Palace, Chamundi Hill and Brindavan Gardens

Morning enjoy the city tour of Mysore visiting Chamundi Hill to see Chamundeshwari Temple and the panoramic view over Mysore. Visit the Palace of the Maharaja (Emperor) built-in 1911-1912, a harmonious synthesis of Hindu and Saracenic styles of architecture with archways, domes, turrets, colonnades and sculptures, all of which are magnificent. In the evening take a walk in the Brindavan Gardens and enjoy the spectacular Musical Dancing Fountains. Especially famous for its symmetric design and illuminate terrace gardens, Brindavan Gardens was built by Sir Mirza Ismail, the then diwan of Mysore state. He was the brain behind its modelling and conceptualization. Spread across an area of more than 60 acres, this garden is laid out in three terraces, and ends in a horseshoe shape.

Travel to Ooty, en-route visit Madumalai wildlife sanctuary

Morning travel to Ooty. En-route visit Madhumalai Wildlife Sanctuary, the sylvan hilly topography of the Western Ghats renders Madhumalai (ancient hills) a highly attractive wildlife reserve because it is covered in dense mixed of dry and moist deciduous forests. Later continue your travel to Ooty, known as the 'Queen of Hill Stations'. Dotted with undulating hills, sparkling waterfalls, gurgling brooks, and terraces of lush green tea gardens, orchards of peaches and plums and eucalyptus trees.

Check in at Hotel

On arrival at Ooty, transfer to your accommodation. Rest of the day is at leisure.

City tour of Ooty followed by toy train experience

Begin your day by witnessing the breathtaking sunrise over the Nilgiri Hills while indulging in a steaming cup of coffee or tea, surrounded by panoramic views from your room. Embark on a city tour of Ooty, where the majestic blue-hued Nilgiri Mountains add to the town's allure, once a cherished retreat for the British who found solace in its English-like ambiance. Explore the charming gardens and scenic spots dotting the landscape. Amidst the day's adventures, marvel at the endless expanse of tea gardens stretching as far as the eye can see. Experience the enchanting Toy Train journey from Coonoor to Ooty, a 1 hour and 15-minute spectacle winding through rocky terrain, verdant tea plantations, and dense forests. As the train chugs along, it transports you through time, traversing valleys, dark tunnels, and gradients, accompanied by the melodies of nature. Revel in the picturesque Nilgiri Mountains, as the train journey unfolds before you, now powered by a diesel locomotive, maintaining its nostalgic charm.

Travel to Wayanad

Today you will travel to Wayanad where ancient ruins, mysterious mountain caves, aborigine tribes, hidden treasures, tree houses, jungle trails and exotic wildlife, the green paradise is nestled among the mountains of the Western Ghats, forming the border world of the greener part of Kerala. Clean and pristine, enchanting and hypnotizing, this land is filled with history and culture. This verdant hill station is full of plantations, forests and wildlife.

Check in at hotel and afternoon free to relax

On arrival at Wayanad, check in at hotel. Afternoon free to relax or explore village nearby.

Jungle safari at wildlife sanctuary and visit to Edakkal Caves

Morning get ready for a fun packed jungle safari. Enjoy safari along with the Wayanad Wildlife Sanctuary where elephants, deer, sloth bears, tigers and panthers roam free and numerous rare birds chirp through the skies. Later, visit Edakkal Caves, famous for their paintings of figures: human, animals, symbols and letters. These paintings are believed to date back to 6000 BC. The etchings and prehistoric line drawings are a testament to the culture and lives of those who lived in the caves years ago. Afternoon free to relax at the resort.

Travel to Bekal

Morning drive to Bekal, a small exquisitely attractive region situated in the shoreline of the Arabian Sea in Pallikare village in Kasargod district of Kerala. The district of Kasargod lies in the northernmost region of Kerala, where during the Perumal age Bekal was a section of Mahodayapuram. Bekal is home to the largest fortress in Kerala.

Arrive Bekal and check into accommodation

Arrival Bekal and check-in at the accommodation, the rest of the day is free to relax or explore the seaside town.

Full day city tour of Bekal

Morning enjoy sightseeing of Bekal, a small beautiful town wrapped with tranquility, located on the west of the Malabar coastline, in the Kasaragod district of Kerala, it is regarded as India's first planned beach destination developed without disturbing the eco-balance of the region. Bekal is home to the largest fortress in Kerala, shaped like a giant keyhole, the Bekal fort is bordered by the Arabian sea on three sides. A set of 45 caves called the Nityanandashram caves, Kappil Beach and Chandragiri fort are few of the other major attraction. The serenity of this place accompanied with majestic hills, enchanting beach, backwaters, captivating forts, temples, mosque makes Bekal immensely popular amongst tourist. The beautiful view of the sun, sand, sea, and swaying palm trees adjoining the beach add further to its charm. Don't miss the famous yummy drink ‘Payasam’, a local beverage popular among the locals. Enjoy exploring the beach and town of Bekal in your free time.

Travel to Kozhikode en-route visit Thalassery fort and Handloom weaving unit

After breakfast, checkout and travel to Kozhikode, former name Calicut, the 2nd largest city in Kerala, situated on the Malabar Coast. During the Middle Ages, Kozhikode was the major trading point of eastern spices and was titled as the “City of Spices". The city has historical importance as it was discovered through Sea Route by the Portuguese Navigator Vasco Da Gama in 1498. En-route visit Thallaserry Fort, situated on the Thalassery beach on a rocky cliff, established by the East India Company as a testimony to show the power and ability of the imperial rulers, the fort played a prominent role in the military as well as commercial activities during the colonial rule. Next experience the Handweaving culture of Malabar, hand loom and weaving has been a part and parcel of the Malabar tradition. Take a quick tour featuring the various types of hand weaving, know the process behind setting the loom and threads and traditional weaving.

Check in at Hotel

On arrival check in to your accommodation.

Half day city tour of Kozhikode visiting markets

Today proceed for the sightseeing and visit Beypore, a prominent port and fishing harbour of ancient Kerala. Visit the fish markets and Boatyards in Beypore, which have been building vessels since early centuries for legendary seamen. Later visit the Sweet Meat Street (S.M. Street) the busiest shopping street in Kozhikode town. The street is so named because it was once lined with sweet meat stalls. Fancy clothes, handloom fabrics, handicrafts, coir products, miniature snake boats, and much more is available to buy in and around the street. There is also a wholesale spice market at the Big Bazaar Road where one can shop spices of Kerala. Occupy a special place in providing a unique flavour to the culinary specialties of Keralites. The ambitious 'Spice Route Project' of Kerala Tourism in association with UNESCO plans to bring the ancient 2000-year-old Spice Route back to life connecting and sharing the heritage of 32 countries along the ancient route.

Travel to Kochi, En-route visit Guruvayur

After breakfast check out from hotel and travel to Cochin, en-route visit Guruvayoor Temple (Surface area outside the temple). This small town of Guruvayoor near Thrissur, famous for its Shree Krishna Temple which draws an uncountable stretch of devotees to it. As a hallowed town and a major pilgrim centre of Kerala, it has visitors throughout the year. Thereafter continue your journey to Cochin and check in to your accommodation.

Assistance on arrival and transfer to hotel

Assistance on arrival in Cochin and transfer to your accommodation. Rest of the day at leisure to explore the town on your own.

Full day city tour with walk around Jewish Synagogue, visit Mattancherry Palace, St. Francis church, Santa Cruz Cathedral, Chinese fishing net, Hill Palace followed by Kathakali dance performance

Morning proceed for the sightseeing tour of Cochin. You will have a walk around the Synagogue. The area around the synagogue is known as Jews town and is one of the Kochi's spice trade centres. Thereafter we stop at Mattancherry Dutch Palace which was built by the Portuguese and presented to the Maharaja of Cochin in 1555. Ongoing, you will visit St. Francis Church, the first church to be built in India by the Portuguese. Next after visiting Santa Cruz Cathedral, enjoy a stroll on the beach to see the Chinese fishing nets. Also visit the Hill Palace which was built in the 19th century and is the largest archaeological museum in Kerala. Later in the evening enjoy a Kathakali Dance Performance. Kathakali is a ritualized dance form that is native to Kerala, with elaborate costumes and make-up. Male dancers portray both male and female roles that tell the stories taken mostly from the epics of the Mahabharatha and Ramayana.

Travel to Alleppey

Morning assistance on departure and travel to Alleppey rechristened as Alappuzha, but most still call it Alleppey – is the hub of Kerala's backwaters, home to a vast network of waterways and thousands of houseboats, beautiful paddy fields, lagoons and coir industry. The experience of an overnight stay on a houseboat, floating along and gazing over paddy fields of succulent green, curvaceous rice barges and village life along the banks is one of Kerala’s most mesmerisingly beautiful and relaxing experiences.

Check in at Houseboat

On arrival, check-in and board your private houseboat converted from a Kettuvallam or traditional rice barge. Sail through the beautiful backwaters of Kerala as it reflects a world of serenity and wonderment. This large aquatic area is a vast network of lagoons, lakes, rivers and canals, and the people who live in this region have created their distinct lifestyles. Witness the peaceful way of life on amazing waterways with lunch, dinner on board. This will be a real highlight of your holiday.

Disembark houseboat at Alleppey and travel to Kovalam

Disembark in the morning from the Houseboat, get picked up by the driver from the Jetty and travel to Kovalam through lush green coastal belt and cashew plantations. Kovalam has for long been known as the Paradise of the South. Kovalam means a grove of coconuts trees and true to its name, Its scenic beauty and serenity is supplemented by the endless sight of coconut plantation along the beach.

Check-in at Hotel and remaining day at leisure

On arrival transfer to your accommodation. Remaining day is free for your own activities. Just relax by the beach or pool of the hotel and enjoy the hotel facilities.

Day at leisure with standard ayurveda massage

The day is free to relax by the beach or pool and enjoy hotel facilities, or you may choose to do your own activities. In the Afternoon rejuvenate yourself with the goodness of an Ayurveda Herbal Oil Massage. The term “Ayurveda” means “science of life” and it is a holistic system that seeks the wellbeing of the person based on their dosha or constitution (vata, pitta or kapha) and their vikritis (dosha imbalances that cause disease) to adapt both the essential oils that are used as the pace and strength of the specific massage. Ayurvedic medicine considers the interaction and balance of mind, body and spirit from the internal power of the individual and seeks, through massage, a general good feeling. An ayurvedic massage serves not only to relieve pain but especially as preventive medicine increasing circulation, stimulating and strengthening the lymphatic system, and opening the flow of life force in order to cleanse and revitalize the body.

Travel to Trivandrum and departure

Assistance on departure at Kovalam and in-time transfer to Trivandrum airport to board flight for onward destination.

Direct transfer to International Airport

Upon arrival in Trivandrum, you will be assisted for direct transfer to the airport to board flight for your onward Journey.