Overview
8 Days
Kochi
Māmallapuram
Classic
Affordable
6-99 Years
16
Moderate
Fully Guided
AHKT
Itinerary
Arrive at any time. There are no planned activities before the evening welcome meeting, so check into the hotel and enjoy the city. After the welcome meeting, visit the harbour to enjoy sunset over the Chinese fishing nets followed by an optional group dinner.
Take a morning train followed by a scenic drive to reach Sultan Bathery, in the Wayanad district.
Wayanad region of the western Ghats in Kerala is renowned for its sprawling tea plantations and is known to produce some of the finest teas.
Travel to Mysore (formally Mysuru) located in the foothills of the Chamundi Hills, which was the capital of the Kingdom of Mysore from 1399 to 1947.
Imagine life as a Maharaja on a guided tour of the Mysore Palace.
Later, join the throngs of pilgrims at Chamundi Hills, with its temple on top, and Nandi the Bull (ridden by the Hindu god Shiva) a short walk below. In your free time, visit the Devaraja fruit and vegetable market or join a yoga class at one of the many local institutes. Opt to drive to Somnathpur, home to one of the most famous Hoysala Temples in India.
Arrive by train to Chennai before continuing south for a short ride to the small village of Mamallapuram.
An early morning is dedicated to a tour of the Shore Temple, an iconic complex of temples and shrines known to the be one of the oldest stone temples in India, and best viewed at sunrise. After an incredible walking tour, take the remainder of the day for your own exploration of Mamallapuram. Most use this time to enjoy a visit to the beach or a yoga class.
Depart at any time.
Trip Inclusions
- Stroll Kochi’s historic Jew Town and explore the Dutch Palace and St. Francis Church.
- Step inside Mysore Palace.
- Wander Srirangapatna, and taste the colours of Devraja Market.
- Relax at Mamallapuram’s stunning Shore Temples on the Bay of Bengal.
- Explore Sultan Bathery's tea factory and beautiful nature.
- Your Welcome Moment: Meet Your CEO and Group
- Wayanad Nature Walk
- Wayanad Tea Factory Visit
- Chamundi Hills Visit
- Mysore Palace Visit
- Mysore Free time
- Free time in Mamallapuram
- Sunrise Shore Temple Visit
- Hotels (7 Nights)
- A variety of styles of hotels/guest houses are used in India. These can vary in terms of service, efficiency and cleanliness. In many instances they might not be like what you are used to back home. Power cuts can and are a regular occurrence in many places, especially throughout North and Central India. Although a number of hotels have generators there may be times when these won’t work. It is also recommended when you are in your room to lock the door, as staff will sometime enter without reason.
- CEO (Chief Experience Officer) throughout, local guides
- No meals included
- Walking, Basic Overnight Train, Private Vehicle, Local Train
- Accommodation, itinerary and inclusions subject to change.
- Price is for land, cruise and internal flights as specified. Flights not specified are not included
Operator
On all of our tours, you get to know locals every step of the way, from the places you visit and stay to where you eat and drink. You’ll also get to experience our ‘G for Good’ social impact initiatives on-trip, including our industry-leading ‘Ripple Score’. This score measures, as a percentage, the amount of money that stays in the local community through on-trip services like accommodation, restaurants and transport.
Get the best of both worlds with G's Classic trips as your knowledgeable CEO (Chief Experience Officer) leads you to iconic highlights and hidden gems, while ample free time lets you discover what excites you most. Enjoy included meals showcasing local flavours, plus opportunities to dive deeper into the food scene independently. Stay in comfortable hotels, authentic homestays, and unique accommodations that capture the spirit of each destination.
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