Southern India Discovery

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 Trip Length
16 Days
 Trip Starts
Bangalore
 Trip Finishes
Kochi
16 Day Southern India Discovery Itinerary (Scenic)
Countries Explored: India
Trip Operator
Trip Style
Land Journey
Accommodation
4.5 - 5 Star
Max. Group Size
24
Guide Level
Fully Guided
Trip Code
INSD-1

Overview

Book online and enjoy exclusive savings on Scenic's 16 Day Southern India Discovery. Experience and revel in the diversity of this extraordinary country in one thrilling tour. Explore the British colonial history of Bangalore and Mysore, the lush highlands of Coorg and soak up the good karma of Bylekuppe, the second largest Tibetan settlement outside Tibet. The fitting end to a wonderful journey is a cruise along the spectacular Kerala Backwaters.

Itinerary

Be welcomed to South India and your hotel for two nights in Bangalore.

Explore Bangalore visiting the Botanical Gardens, Tipu Sultan’s Summer Palace and the Bull Temple, and drive past the Government Secretariat, Legislature Building and Cubbon. Enjoy lunch and wine tasting at Grover Zampa vineyards to learn about the art of winemaking. (B/L/D)

Fly to Mangalore and travel to Bekal, located on the coast of the Arabian Sea. Relax by the sea during your two night stay. (B/D)

During your morning’s exploration visit Madhur Temple, Malik Deenar Mosque and Bekal Fort. Enjoy the remainder of the afternoon to enjoy the resort’s facilities at leisure. (B/D)

Leave for Coorg and a two night Special Stay, staying in a Lily Pool Villa with your own private pool. After lunch, enjoy a guided tour of a working coffee and spice plantation before tonight’s cultural show. (B/L/D)

This morning drive to a Kodava village to interact with the locals and appreciate their age-old culture and traditional houses. Enrich: After learning about their culture, enjoy a delicious home cooked Kodava lunch with the villagers. (B/L/D)

Drive to Kabini, the base for exploring Nagharhole National Park and your two night Special Stay. En route visit Bylekuppe Monastery, the second largest Tibetan settlement outside Tibet. Sundowners Gather around the infinity pool with its views of the Kabini River for refreshing drinks and canapés. Tonight, watch a troupe of Kuruba tribal dancers or a documentary about the local wildlife. (B/L)

Rise early for a game drive around the park. Afterwards visit a nearby Kuruba tribe village with a naturalist, who will talk about local agriculture. Later this afternoon keep your eyes out while on a boat safari along the Kabini River. (B/D)

Travel to Mysore, known for its royal heritage and colonial buildings, before checking into your hotel in Mysore for two nights. Later visit Mysore Palace, Chamundi Hills and St. Philomena’s Church. Then return to Mysore Palace to view the weekly illumination of approximately 97,000 lightbulbs. (B/L/D)

Freechoice: Enjoy a morning walk through Devaraja Market or learn about the hand-painted Indian card game called Ganjifa. This afternoon drive to Srirangapatna Fortress, the former capital of the Tipu Sultan. Enrich: Enjoy dinner with a local family in Mysore related to the former royal family. The host has converted most of the rooms of her home into a colourful local school for children. (B/D)

Drive to Somnathpur, then continue to Bangalore for your flight to Kochi. Upon arrival check into your beautiful colonial-era hotel for the next three nights. (B/L)

Head down to the harbour and watch the local fishermen expertly handling the Chinese fishing nets. Discover the different colonial influences during your tour of Fort Kochi, then visit Mattancherry Palace, Jew Town and the Synagogue. In the evening, witness a traditional Kathakali performance, a highly evolved classical form of dance, drama and music. (B/L/D)

Freechoice: Visit a local market and learn the secrets of South Indian cooking or enjoy a ‘Me Time’ yoga workshop. Alternatively, visit Kumbalanghi Village to experience traditional village life and activities. Freechoice Dining: Dine at Pepper, an all-day diner, or try Rice Boat, a specialty seafood restaurant. Otherwise, try Dolphins Point barbeque and grill. (B/L/D)

After a relaxing morning, travel into the Kerala Backwaters to Kumarakom and your hotel for the next two nights. Alternatively, take the opportunity to spend your first night in Kumarakom on board a houseboat, a converted traditional rice barge known as Kettuvallam, and cruise through the lakes and Backwaters past small villages to witness the local life. Included at no extra cost but must be pre-booked. (B/L/D)

Freechoice: Visit Philip Kutty’s Farm and enjoy a Keralan cooking class and lunch or unwind with a traditional Ayurveda massage before lunch at the resort. Enjoy the afternoon at leisure. (B/L/D)

Take away wonderful memories of your Indian adventures as your journey concludes with your transfer to Kochi airport. Please note: pre-release itinerary subject to change (B)

Trip Inclusions

Five Star Luxury
Five Star Luxury

At Scenic, we’ve combined the ease of luxury travel with a selection of journeys that offer a true insight into the culture, landscape and history of India. Read more

Scenic Freechoice
Scenic Freechoice

Choose from a vast range of activities, sightseeing and dining experiences from trekking to mountain top temples to visiting the local markets. Read more

Special Stays
Special Stays

Every carefully selected hotel on our tours has been handpicked by our expert Journey Designer to ensure it offers outstanding location and luxury. Read more

Wildlife Safaris
Wildlife Safaris

Witness the giants of the jungle in their natural habitat and enjoy the magnificence of luxury safari camps and accommodation. Read more

Scenic Enrich
Scenic Enrich

Scenic Enrich experiences are not only likely to be completely unforgettable, they’ll also enrich your understanding and appreciation of the incredible places, cultures and histories you’ll encounter. Read more

The nth Degree
The nth Degree

Whether you’re travelling by road, ship or rail, you can look forward to first class or luxury standard transport with comfort and enjoyment in mind. Read more

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