Sunrise to Sunset
Experience every Horizon
Sunrise to Sunset Experience every Horizon
Explore the rich culture, temples, beaches, and scenic landscapes of South India on this immersive journey. Travel through vibrant cities like Bangalore and Chennai, the royal heritage of Mysore, the hill station beauty of Ooty, and the tranquil backwaters of Alleppey.
Discover spiritual and cultural landmarks including Madurai, Rameshwaram, Tanjore, and Kanyakumari, along with the colonial charm of Pondicherry and the historic temples of Mahabalipuram. This tour offers a perfect blend of heritage, nature, spirituality, and coastal beauty of South India.
Upon arrival at Bangalore Airport, you will be met by a representative and then transferred to your hotel. The remainder of the day is at your leisure.
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After breakfast, you will be picked up at the agreed-upon time and will enjoy a city tour led by an expert guide. You will visit Vidhana Soudha, Lal Bagh, Bull Temple, Iskcon Temple, and MG Road.
Bangalore is the capital of the state of Karnataka in India. The center of India’s high-tech industry, it is also known for its green spaces and nightlife. Vidhana Soudha, near Cubbon Park, is the Neo-Dravidian legislative building. The former royal residence includes the 19th-century Bangalore Palace, modeled after England’s Windsor Castle, and Tipu Sultan’s summer palace, an 18th-century teak structure.
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After breakfast, the journey continues to Mysore. Upon arrival in Mysore, you will transfer to your hotel.
The remainder of the day is at leisure.
Mysore, officially Mysuru, is the third most populous state in Karnataka, India. Mysore lies at the foot of the Chamundi Hills, approximately 145.2 km (90 mi) southwest of Bangalore and spreads over an area of 155 km². According to the results of the Indian National Census, Mysore had a population of 887,446.
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After breakfast, you will embark on a tour of Mysore. You will visit the Maharaja’s Palace, the opulent Brindavan Garden with fountains on the terrace of the Krishnarajasagar Dam, St. Philomenia’s Church built in an imposing Gothic style, and the Chamundi Hills.
The Mysore Palace, also known as Amba Vilas Palace, is a historic palace and royal residence. It is located in Mysore, Karnataka. It was formerly the official residence of the Wadiyar dynasty and the seat of the Kingdom of Mysore. The palace is situated in the center of Mysore and overlooks the Chamundi Hills to the east. Mysore is commonly described as the “city of palaces,” and there are seven palaces, including this one. However, the Mysore Palace specifically refers to the palace within the new fort. The land on which the palace now stands was originally known as mysuru (literally, “citadel”). Yaduraya built the first palace in the old fort in the 14th century, which was burned down and rebuilt several times. The old fort was built of wood and therefore easily caught fire, while the current fort is built of stone, brick, and wood. The current structure was built between 1897 and 1912; after the old palace burned down, it is also known as the New Fort. Mysore Palace is one of the most famous tourist attractions in India, after the Taj Mahal, with more than six million visitors annually.
Today you will travel to Ooty. Upon arrival, you will transfer to your hotel. The rest of the day is at leisure.
Ooty, officially known as Udhagamandalam, is a city in the Western Ghats Mountains in the state of Tamil Nadu, in southern India. It was founded as a British Raj summer resort and still has an active steam railway. Other reminders of the colonial past include Stone House, a 19th-century residence, and Stephen’s Church. The approximately 55-hectare botanical garden is located on the slopes of Doddabetta Peak.
After breakfast at the hotel, enjoy a train ride in the Nilgiri Mountains. In the afternoon, visit Doddabetta Peak, the botanical gardens, and Ooty Lake. In the evening, enjoy a boat ride on the lake.
The Nilgiri Mountain Railway (NMR) is a 1000 mm gauge railway in Tamil Nadu, India, built by the British in 1908 and operated by the Southern Railway. The NMR is the only rack and pinion railway in India. The railway relies on its fleet of steam locomotives. The NMR switched to diesel locomotives on the section between Coonoor and Udhagamanda. Locals and visitors campaigned for the return of steam locomotives in this section. In July 2005, UNESCO added the Nilgiri Mountain Railway to its World Heritage List as an extension of the Darjeeling Himalayan Railway. The site then became known as the Mountain Railways of India.
Today you will visit the Jewish synagogue, the palace, and Chinese fishing nets. In the evening, you will enjoy a Kathakali show.
Cochin—located among many islands in the harbor—has a modern, vibrant The mainland city of Ernakulam is a commercial center for traders trading cashew nuts, seafood, timber, tea, coffee, rubber, and spices. This trade gives Kerala the name “the spice coast.” A Jewish community with roots dating back to 1000 AD and a 16th-century synagogue are testament to the country’s diversity. Ernakulam is known as a major tourist destination for both Indians and foreign tourists.
After breakfast, we drive to Alleppey, where you will be checked into your AC Deluxe Lakes & Lagoons Houseboat upon arrival. The rest of the day is at your leisure, enjoying the beautiful views. Meals are served on the houseboat.
Alleppey is a city on the Laccadive Sea in the South Indian state of Kerala. It is best known for its houseboats along Kerala’s tranquil waters, a network of tranquil canals and lagoons. Alappuzha Beach is the site of the 19th-century Alappuzha Lighthouse. The town’s Mullkkal Temple has a traditional design. The snake boat crossing of Punnamada Lake is a well-known annual event.
Overnight stay in an AC Deluxe Houseboat.
After breakfast, the journey continues to Kovalam. En route, visit Trivandrum—the Napier Museum, Sree Chitra Art Gallery, Kuthiramalika Palace, and Padmanabhaswamy Temple.
Thiruvananthapuram (also known as Trivandrum) is the capital of the south Indian state of Kerala. It is known for its British colonial architecture and numerous art galleries. It is also home to Kuthira Malika (or Puthen Malika) Palace, adorned with sculpted horses and collections related to the Travancore royal family, whose regional capital was here from the 18th to the 20th century.
Upon arrival in Kovalam, you will be checked into your hotel.
Kovalam is a small coastal city in the southern Indian state of Kerala, south of Thiruvananthapuram. To the south lies Lighthouse Beach, with a lighthouse and a viewing platform. Hawa Beach and Samudra Beach are also palm-fringed beaches. Further south, you’ll find the Vizhinjam Juma Masjid near the bustling fishing harbor. Inland, the Sagarika Marine Research Aquarium showcases the technology used in pearl production.
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Free day to enjoy at your leisure.
You can opt for Ayurvedic massages or treatments (for a fee) or relax on the many white sandy beaches.
After breakfast, the journey continues to Kanyakumari, and upon arrival, you will be checked into your hotel. In the afternoon, you will visit the famous rock and enjoy a guided boat ride to the place where spiritual leader Swami Vivekananda spent days meditating on a rock along the coast.
After breakfast, you will be transferred to Madurai, where you will check in to your hotel upon arrival. In the afternoon, you will travel to Rameshwaram, where you will visit one of the famous jyotirlingas, Ramanathaswamy Temple, and Gandhamadhana Parvatham Temple.
Ramanathaswamy Temple is a Hindu temple dedicated to the god Shiva on the island of Rameshwaram in the state of Tamil Nadu, India. It is also one of the twelve jyotirlinga temples. It is one of the 275 Paadal Petra Sthalams, where three of the most revered Nayanars (Saivite saints), Appar, Sundarar, and Tirugnana Sambandar, graced the temple with their songs. The temple was expanded in the 12th century by the Pandya dynasty. Its main shrine was renovated by Jeyaveera Cinkaiariyan and his successor, Gunaveera Cinkaiariyan of the Jaffna kingdom. The temple has the longest corridor of any Hindu temple in India. Located in Rameswaram, the temple is considered a sacred pilgrimage site by Shaivites, Vaishnavites, and Smarthas.
Madurai, where you will be checked into your hotel upon arrival. The rest of the day is at your leisure.
Madurai is a major city and cultural center in the state of Tamil Nadu, India. It is the administrative headquarters of the Madurai district and the 31st-largest urban agglomeration in India. Madurai is the third-largest city and the third-largest city by population in Tamil Nadu. Situated on the Vaigai River, Madurai has been a significant settlement for two millennia and is one of the oldest inhabited cities in the world.
After breakfast, you will have a city tour and visit the Sri Meenakshi Sundareswarar Temple. This beautifully carved temple is Madurai’s main attraction and the holiest place of worship in South India. Another attraction is the Thirumalai Nayak Mahal, an ornate palace built in the Indo-Saracenic style.
Meenakshi Amman Temple is a historic temple located on the south bank of the Vaigai River in the temple city of Madurai, Tamil Nadu, India. It is dedicated to the Goddess Meenakshi, a form of Parvati, and her consort, Sundareshwarar, a form of Shiva. The temple forms the heart and lifeblood of the 2,500-year-old city of Madurai and is an important symbol for the Tamil people.
Most of the current structure was built between 1623 and 1655. It is said that the temple was originally built in the 6th century BC by survivors of the Kumari Kandam. In the 14th century, the Muslim commander Malik Kafur plundered the temple of its valuables.
After breakfast, the journey continues to Chennai. En route, visit Mahabalipuram—the 5 Raitas temple, and seashore temples.
Mamallapuram—also known as Mahabalipuram—is a city in Chengalpattu district in the southeastern Indian state of Tamil Nadu. It is approximately 60 km south of Chennai. It is an ancient historical city and was a bustling seaport in the time of Periplus (1st century CE) and Ptolemy. Ancient Indian traders sailing to Southeast Asian countries sailed from the seaport of Mahabalipuram.
Later, you will be transferred to Chennai where you will check in at your hotel.
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After breakfast at the hotel, the day begins with a half-day city tour. You will visit Fort St. George, built by the East India Company in 1653 and said to be the first bastion of British rule in India. The Kapaleeswarar, an ancient Shiva temple, is a masterpiece of Dravidian architecture.
The Parthasarthy Temple, built in the 8th century by the Pallavas, is dedicated to the Lord Krishna.
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