Explore Karnataka with Backwaters

Explore Karnataka with Backwaters 10 Nights / 11 Days

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Destinations Covered : Bangalore - Mysore - Coorg - Wayanad - Cochin - Kumarakom - Cochin

Description

‘Explore Karnataka with Backwaters’ will give you an opportunity to explore two major states of Southern India: Karnataka and Kerala. Karnataka is known for its rich history, culture and tradition. Apart from this Karnataka is also known for its spectacular natural beauty of the beaches and mist covered hilly heights.

Located at Malabar Coast, often known as ‘God’s own Country’ as the state is surrounded by backwaters lies with Palm trees, stunning hill stations, wildlife, rich culture and heritage. During the tour, you will explore the major attractions of the places along with that along with the glorious historical charm in Mysore, Bangalore and Cochin. You will also visit splendid beaches along with the beautiful backwater of Kerala, while visiting Kumarakom and Alleppey.

Tour Highlights

Visit the major attractions of Banglore such as St. Mark's Cathedral, ISKCON Sri Radha Krishna-Chandra temple, Shivasamudram Falls, and Wonderla Amusement Park.
Visit to the Nandi temple and the Vidhan Soudha temple in Banglore.
Visit Tipu's Palace, Gumbaz- the burial chamber of Tipu Sultan, his father Haider Ali and mother Fatima Begum and lastly, Tipu Sultan’s Summer Palace
Visit the St. Philomenas Church in Mysore.
Explore the major attractions of Mysore including Golden Royal Elephant, Brindavan Gardens, Mysore Zoo and the Durbar hall.
Visit Mysore Palace or the Amba Vilas Palace and Nandi or Bull temple at the Chamundi Hills.
Explore the coffee plantations, and the orchards of Coorg.
Explore the major attractions of Coorg such as Nalnad Palace, Madikeri Fort, Omkareshwara Temple, Cauvery Nisargadhama etc.
Visit Gaddige in Coorg.
Explore the major tourist attractions of Wayanad covering Edakkal cave, Banasura Sagar Dam, Kuruva Dweep, Chembra Peak and the Meenmutty Fall.
Also visit the major attractions of the town such as Nalnad Palace, Madikeri Fort, Omkareshwara Temple, Cauvery Nisargadhama etc.
Post lunch, set off to visit Gaddige, it is one of the most popular historical monument in the town.
Visit the major attractions of Cochin including Dutch Palace, St. Francis Church and Jewish Synagogue.
Enjoy the Cruise on the backwaters of Kerala
Enjoy the full day excursion to Alleppey covering places such as Karumadi, Krishnapuram Palace, Pandavan Rock and the beautiful Alleppey beach.
Visit the Bay Island Driftwood Museum which showcases great collection of quality driftwood articles holding high artistic values at Kumarakom
Explore the Kumarakom bird sanctuary

Itinerary

Day 1 Arrival Bangalore

Upon arriving at the Bangalore Airport, meet our representative. After welcome, transfer to your hotel. Bangalore is also known as Silicon Valley of India. It is the capital of Karnataka state.

Check-in to your pre-booked hotel. After freshen up, proceed to visit the major attractions of the city such as St. Mark's Cathedral, ISKCON Sri Radha Krishna-Chandra temple, Shivasamudram Falls, and Wonderla Amusement Park.

In the evening visit to the Nandi temple and the Vidhan Soudha temple.

Enjoy overnight in the hotel.

Day 2 Bangalore-Mysore(By Road-145 Kilometres)

In the morning after breakfast, drive straight to Mysore. On the way visit Srirangapatna- the capital of Hyder Ali and his son Tipu Sultan. Visit Tipu's Palace that is now in ruins, Gumbaz- the burial chamber of Tipu Sultan, his father Haider Ali and mother Fatima Begum and lastly, Tipu Sultan’s Summer Palace, known as Dariya Daulat Palace.

Also visit the St. Philomenas Church, built in the Gothic style and is one of the largest churches of the country.

Once reach Mysore, check-in to your pre-booked hotel. Take rest for a while. Post lunch enjoy a sightseeing tour of Mysore including Golden Royal Elephant, Brindavan Gardens, Mysore Zoo and the Durbar hall.

Overnight stay in the hotel.

Day 3 Mysore-Coorg(By Road-110 Kilometres)

Post breakfast, explore the Maharaja Palace, also known as Mysore Palace or the Amba Vilas Palace - official residence of Wodeyars, the royal family of Mysore. Afterwards, visit the Nandi or Bull temple at the Chamundi Hills- a temple dedicated to Nandi (Bull), the vehicle of Lord Shiva.

Later drive to Coorg. It is also known as Kodagu, located in the south-west part of Karnataka bordering Kerala. It is one of the most popular hill station of Karnataka, situated on the Western Ghats which is known for coffee and its ethnic warriors.

Once you reach there, you check- in at the hotel. Rest of the day at leisure, you can explore for the stunning surroundings of the town. Overnight at the hotel.

Day 4 Coorg

Today after breakfast, proceed for the sightseeing tour in Coorg, visit the coffee plantations, and the orchards. Apart from this also visit the Fort on top of a hill that overlooks the town.

Also visit the major attractions of the town such as Nalnad Palace, Madikeri Fort, Omkareshwara Temple, Cauvery Nisargadhama etc.

Post lunch, set off to visit Gaddige, it is one of the most popular historical monument in the town.

Return to the hotel in the evening. Have your dinner. Overnight in your hotel room.

Day 5 Coorg-Wayanad-(By Road-113 Kilometres)

After breakfast, drive straight to Wayanad. It is one of the most popular and exotic district of Kerala, located in southern tip of the Deccan Plateau, surrounded by dense forest and deep valleys. The largest part of the district is covered with forest, which is the home of various endangered species of flora and fauna.

On reaching Wayanad, check-in to your pre booked hotel. After freshen up, proceed to visit the major tourist attractions of Wayanad covering Edakkal cave, Banasura Sagar Dam, Kuruva Dweep, Chembra Peak and the Meenmutty Fall.

Enjoy dinner and overnight stay at the hotel.

Day 6 Wayanad-Cochin(By Road-259 Kilometres)

After having an early breakfast, drive to Cochin. It is one of the most important city of Kerala which is also known as Cochin. Located on the south-west coast in Kerala which is also known as the Gateway to Kerala, situated on the Arabian Sea.

Upon arrival check in to the hotel. Rest day is free at leisure. Overnight at the hotel.

Day 7 Cochin

Post breakfast, proceed for sightseeing tour of Cochin, covering the major attractions such as Mattancherry Palace, St. Francis Church as well as the Jewish Synagogue. In the evening enjoy a Kathakali Dance performance in the theatre.

Overnight stay in Cochin.

Day 8 Cochin-Kumarakom(By Road-50 Kilometres)

Today after breakfast, drive to Kumarakom. It is the one of the most popular tourist destination in Kerala. It is renowned for backwater, located on the Vembanad Lake. The backwater fishing village is indeed a haven, and has had its attractions advertised by some stunning top end resorts by the side of Vembanad Lake.

On reaching Kumarakom, check-in at one of our listed houseboat for an overnight cruise to Kerala backwaters. Enjoy overnight at the cruise.

Day 9 Backwaters-Kumarakom-Alleppey-Kumarakom(By Road-35 Kilometres)

After having an early breakfast on the cruise finish your house boat journey. After that, proceed to visit Alleppey. It is also known as Alappuzha It is famous for backwaters. In the east they open to the backwater connecting the city to the mesh of backwater trials, which are abuzz with reinvented kettuvalloms (houseboats).

Visit major attractions of Alleppey such as Karumadi, Krishnapuram Palace, Pandavan Rock and the beautiful Alleppey beach.

In the evening return to Kumarakom for dinner.

Overnight stay at the hotel.

Day 10 Kumarakom

Early in the morning proceed for sightseeing of Kumarakom, and visit the major attractions along with Kumarakom Bird Sanctuary, thick cluster of mangroves, the bird sanctuary spread across 14 acres and home to over 180 species of birds.

After bird watching, return to the hotel and have breakfast. Later in the day visit the Bay Island Driftwood Museum which showcases great collection of quality driftwood articles holding high artistic values, prepared through an innovative modern art technique.

Enjoy dinner and night stay in Kumarakom.

Day 11 Kumarakom-Cochin(By Road-48.2 Kilometres)

In the morning after breakfast, drive down to Cochin airport to board the flight for onwards journey.

We hope you have enjoyed your trip and look forward to organizing your next tour with us.

Hotels

Subject to availability at the time of booking or else similar hotels will be suggested: -

Destination	Deluxe	Premium	Luxury	No. of Nights
Bangalore	Hotel Lotus Park	Double Tree Suites by Hilton	Hotel The Lalit Bengaluru	01 Night
Mysore	Hotel KVC International	Hotel Regaalis Mysore	Hotel Radisson Blu Plaza	01 Night
Coorg	Hotel Coorg International	The Windflower Resort & Spa	Orange Country	02 Nights
Wayanad	Hotel Affas Wayanad	Best Western Plus Ekobarn	The Windflower Resort & Spa	01 Night
Cochin	Hotel Pearl Palace	Hotel Holiday Inn	Hotel Crowne Plaza	02 Nights
Kumarakom	Indraprastham Houseboat	Skylark Houseboat	Golden Houseboat	01 Night
Kumarakom	Backwater Ripples	Club Mahindra Kumarakom	Kumarakom Lake Resort	02 Nights

Extra Govt. Service Tax will be Applicable on total billing amount

Note:

01. Group rates are available on request ………. For more person Contact

02. Above mentioned package cost is valid on minimum Two Person Basic.

03. High Season – Any Fair / Festival / New Year / Christmas surcharge are additional

Inclusions

Cost Includes:

1. Accommodation for 10 Nights on twin / double sharing basis.

2. Daily buffet breakfast at all hotels and All meals at House Boat Only

3. Transportation by private air-conditioned Tempo Traveler with driver for all arrivals,

Departures, sightseeing and inter-city drive as per the itinerary

4. Services of English speaking guide as per the itinerary above. (On Demand at additional Cost)

5. Services of Travel representative on all arrivals and departures.

6. Fuel charges, toll tax, state tax & parking charge

7. All presently applicable luxury taxes.

Exclusions

Cost does not Includes:

1. Entrance fees at monuments/parks/museums.

2. Items of personal nature like drinks on table, laundry, telephone bills etc.

3. Meals other than mentioned above.

4. Indian visa fees or international airfare / domestic flight fare / train ticket

5. Still Camera or video charges levied by some monuments.

6. Any other shopping and personal purchase.

7. Medical Requirements on request.

8. Service Tax as per government.

9. Any other services not mentioned in the inclusions.