Overview
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The origin of the word “travel” is most likely lost to history. The term “travel” may originate from the Old French word travail, which means ‘work’. According to the Merriam Webster dictionary, the first known use of the word travel was in the 14th century.
Itinerary
Upon your arrival in Bangalore, you will have transfer to the hotel in Bangalore. After taking some rest you will embark on the sightseeing tour of the city. Lal Bagh will be the first place to visit in Bangalore. This garden is spread over a sprawling area of 240 acres of land and houses 1854 species of plants. Lal Bagh comprises the world’s largest collection of rare species of plants. Then you will visit the Art Gallery where you will see some of the most beautiful paintings, murals, artefacts, and various other artistic things. Cubbon Park will be the next sightseeing place of the day which spread over an area of 300 acres. Children can enjoy the toy train ride in the park and there is a big aquarium which is the largest aquarium of its kind in the country. This aquarium accommodates a large number of water creatures and it can leave the people spellbound. After this, you will visit the Indira Gandhi Musical Fountain Park where people can spend quality time with their loved ones. The musical fountain is a beautiful place to spend the evening and ISKON Temple will be the last stopover. The temple is dedicated to Lord Krishna and perched on a hill in Bangalore, this temple is being thrived by the devotees throughout the year. Seeks blessings from Lord Krishna and then head towards the hotel. Return to the hotel and enjoy the dinner. Overnight stay at the hotel in Bangalore.
Morning after breakfast check out from hotel. Today will head towards Mysore. En-route Mysore, you will visit the Srirangapatna which is a small island situated near the Cauvery River. This quaint little island is situated at 18kms from Mysore. Srirangapatna is a paradise for the history buff and it is an architectural marvel. These structures of this island are a perfect blend of Hoysala and Vijayanagar architectural style. Boasts of rich history and cultural heritage, the temple of Srirangapatna is one of the important Vaishnavite pilgrimage places. The breathtaking scenic beauty of this place owning to spectacular waterfalls make this a perfect place for peace lovers. The monuments of the island have been designated as the UNESCO World Heritage Site. During the excursion, you will get an opportunity to explore Dariya Daulat Bagh, Gumbaz Tippu Fort, and Sri Ranganathaswamy Temple. After enjoying the sightseeing, you will head towards Mysore. Upon your arrival, you will have check-in at the pre-booked hotel. Overnight at Mysore.
Today you will embark on the sightseeing tour of Mysore after having a delicious breakfast. You will visit the Maharaja’s Mysore Palace which was the seat of the Kingdom of Mysore. The palace is situated in the cent heart of the Mysore while facing towards the Chamundi Hill. The Mysore Palace was the official residence of the Wadiyar Dynasty and boast of exquisite architecture. After exploring this beautiful edifice, you will visit the Chamundi Hills which is perched at an altitude of 3,300 feet above the sea level. Chamundeshwari Temple is a famous tourist place here which is set atop the hill. The temple is dedicated to the Goddess Chamundi and within the sanctum, there is a sculpted depiction of the goddess. From the top of the hill, you will be able to admire the breathtaking beauty of the Mysore Palace, Karanji Lake and the bird’s eye view of the Mysore. Mysore Zoo will be the next destination which is home to some of the exotic wildlife species. Then you will visit the Saint Philomena's Church which is one of the amazing churches in India. At the end visit the Brindavan Garden which is a botanical park and is famous for a musical fountain. Enjoy the leisurely time here in the garden and spend some quality time here amidst the lush greenery. Evening back to the hotel. Overnight at Mysore.
On the 4th day of the tour, you will check out from the hotel after having the breakfast and head towards Ooty while on the way you will get an opportunity to explore the Bandipur National Forest & Madumali Forest. The national park comprises a wide range of flora, fauna, and exotic wildlife species. During the tour, you will be able to spot the hornbills, elephant, python, sloth bears, etc. Here you will be able to spot the tiger if you are lucky in Afternoon check in to your assigned Hotel. Evening free for leisure. Overnight at Ooty.
After enjoying the delicious breakfast, you will you will first visit the Rose Garden which is a retreat for the nature lovers. The garden is located on the Elk Hill slopes in Ooty and this garden comprises a wide variety of roses. Then you will visit Ooty Lake and here you can indulge in some water sports activities like boating. You can enjoy the paddle boat, rowing boat, and motorboats. There is a mini-train also in which children can take a ride and enjoy the time. Then visit the Botanical Garden which is snuggled in the lower slopes of the Doddabetta Peak. Botanical Garden is spread over a sprawling area of the 22 hectares and houses some of the exotic and indigenous plants. Evening free for leisure. Overnight at Ooty.
On the 6th day of the tour, you will proceed towards the Kodaikanal after having a delicious breakfast at hotel. Enjoy the exquisite landscapes on your way to Kodaikanal. It will take you to reach Kodaikanal 7 hours from Ooty by road. On arrival Check in to hotel and get refreshed. Evening visit to Coaker's walk which is one km long walking plaza. This lovely path is encompassed by majestic mountains and offers panoramic views of the surroundings. Delve into the tranquillity and peace of this place. After this, you will head towards Green Valley this place offers a breathtaking view of the valley and hills. This point has a 5000 feet deep point which is dangerous and that is why this place gets its other name, Suicide Point. Then you will visit Kodai Lake which is Star Shaped Lake Perched at an altitude of 2285 m above the sea level, Kodaikanal Lake is a perfect place to spend the evening at leisure. Evening free for leisure. Overnight at Kodaikanal.
After enjoying the morning breakfast, you will proceed to sightseeing tour of Kodaikanal. You will visit the Pillar's Rocks which is a lovely tourist spot of the city. There are three vertical boulders placed here and this place offers a bird’s eye view of the valley. Enjoy the breathtaking beauty of this place and head towards the Silent Valley View which is located in the proximity of the Pillar’s Rock. Silver Cascade Falls is another tourist destination where you will visit. These waterfalls are the result of the overflowing of the man-made Kodai Lake. These cascades are thrashing down from a height of 180 feet and offer the mesmerising beauty of nature. After this, you will visit the Kurinji Andavar Temple which is dedicated to Lord Murugan. This temple is also associated with the Kurinji Flower which blooms in every 12 years. This purple flower carpeted the whole area and at this time the place looks like heaven. The temple is situated 3 km from the Kodai Lake and encompassed by the Palani Hills. Seeks blessing from Lord Murugan and spend some time in nature. Return to the hotel after the sightseeing tour of the Kodaikanal. Evening free for leisure. Overnight at Kodaikanal.
Morning after breakfast check out from hotel. Today will head towards Madurai. Upon arrival visit Meenakshi Temple, This Temple is undoubtedly one of the best architectural masterpieces. Dedicated to Goddess Parvati and Lord Shiva, this temple historically rich temple is built in Dravidian style of architecture. Pudhu Mandapa, New Pavilion as the word literally means in Tamil is a temple complex in Madurai near the Meenakshi Amman Temple. One of the oldest of shopping arcades in the state of Tamil Nadu. Thirumalai Nayak Palace, This palace presents enviable blend of Dravidian and Islamic styles of architecture. The sound and light show here is also interesting which presents a glimpse into the bygone eras. Vandiyur Mariamman, Dedicated to Lord Vigneshwara, this temple is known for its tank, which is said to be the biggest in Tamil Nadu and the place where the Lord’s idol was also found. After that check in at hotel. Evening free for leisure. Overnight at Madurai.
Morning after breakfast check out from hotel & transfer to Madurai Airport for return flight.
Includes/Excludes
Includes
- 01-night stay at Bangalore at mentioned hotel on double occupancy basis including Breakfast
- 02-night’s stay at Mysore at mentioned hotel on double occupancy basis including Breakfast
- 02-night’s stay at Ooty at mentioned hotel on double occupancy basis including Breakfast
- 02-night’s stay at Kodaikanal at mentioned hotel on double occupancy basis including Breakfast
- 01-night stay at Madurai at mentioned hotel on double occupancy basis including Breakfast
- 01 Sedan Car for 09 Days
- Driver's bata, toll, parking, driver's night halt, fuel charges. (Applies if the vehicle is included in the package)
- All transfers and sightseeing by AC Transport as per the itinerary inclusive of toll, parking & driver’s batta ( from garage to garage 8 am – 8 pm)
- GST
Excludes
- Airfare
- Any Entrance
- Early Check In / Late Check Out at Hotel
- Which is not mentioned in the inclusions
- Any Entrance, Camera Charges