Discover The Best Kept Secret of South India's
Discover The Best Kept Secret of South India's
Discover The Best Kept Secret of South India's
19 Days Starting in Bangalore and ending in Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India
Visiting: Bengaluru, Mysuru, Shravanbela Gola (Rural), Hassan, Hampi, Lakkundi, Gadag, Badami, Aihole, Pattadakal, Hubli, Kochi, Alappuzha, Periyar, Munnar, Madurai, Tiruchirappalli, Thanjavur, Dharasuram, Gangaikonda Cholapuram, Chidambaram, Puducherry, Mahabalipuram, Kanchipuram, Chennai
Tour operator:
Tour code:
AGORA711
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Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Group size:
1 - 10
Age range:
0-99
Special diets catered:
Vegetarians, Vegans, Meat, Kosher, Jain, Halal
Tour operated in:
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NB: Prices correct on 21-May-2024 but subject to change.
Tour Overview
Embark on a remarkable journey to "Discover the Best Kept Secret of South India." This private tour takes you on an immersive exploration of the lesser-known gems and hidden treasures of South India. From the bustling cities of Bangalore and Mysore to the ancient wonders of Hampi and Badami, and from the tranquil backwaters of Alleppey to the cultural haven of Pondicherry, this itinerary unveils the rich heritage and natural beauty of cities like Cochin, Thekkady, Munnar, Madurai, Thanjavur, and Chennai. Experience the best-kept secrets of South India as you immerse yourself in its diverse landscapes, captivating history, and warm hospitality.
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1 : Arrive Bangalore
Location: Bengaluru
Accommodation: Hostel
Meals Included: No Meals
On arrival at Bangalore airport, assistance and transfer to hotel check in (check in/out time 12pm). Rest time free and easy to relax. O/n at hotel.
Day 2 : Bangalore
Location: Bengaluru
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
Breakfast at hotel. Visit Lal Bagh Garden, Cubbon Park, Bangalore Fort, Tippu Summer Palace & Bull Temple. Drive pass Vidhana Soudha & Secretariat. O/n at hotel.
Day 3 : Bangalore - Mysore (150Kms)
Location: Bengaluru, Mysuru
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
Breakfast at hotel. Drive to Mysore enroute visit Shri Ranganathaswamy Temple a 10th century beautifully carved temple complex located in Srirangapatna. On arrival check in at hotel. Later visit Mysore Palace, Chamundeswari Temple, Nandi Bull Temple, City Palace & St. Philomenas Church. O/n at hotel.
Day 4 : Mysore - Shravanabelagola - Hassan (140Kms)
Location: Mysuru, Shravanbela Gola (Rural), Hassan
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
Breakfast at hotel. Excursion to visit Chennakesava Temple at Somanathapura. Thenafter Drive to Hassan via visiting Shravanabelagola one of the most important Jain pilgrim enters. Arrive Hassan check in at hotel. O/n at hotel.
Day 5 : Hassan - Hampi (330Kms)
Location: Hassan, Hampi
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
Breakfast at hotel. Drive to Hampi enroute visit Chennakeshava Temple built by Hoysala Empire in 1117 AD in Belur. Next visit Hoysaleshwara Temple a 12th-century Hindu temple dedicated to Shiva in Halebidu. Continue drive to Hassan check in at hotel.
O/n at hotel. Meal plan: B.
Day 6 : Hampi
Location: Hampi
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
Breakfast at hotel. City tour of Hampi an UNESCO world Heritage sites dotted with numerous ruined temple complexes from the Vijayanagara Empire on the bank of the River Tungabhadra. Visit Hazara Rama Temple, Kings Balance, Mahanavami Dibba, Royal enclosures, Statue of Ugra Narasimha Temple, Virupaksha Temple, Vithala And Lotus Mahal, Vithala Temple Complex and ASI Museum. O/n at hotel.
Day 7 : Hampi - Lakkundi - Gadag - Badami (150Kms)
Location: Hampi, Lakkundi, Gadag, Badami
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
Breakfast at hotel. Drive to Badami via visiting Trikuteshwara & few ruined Temples in Gadag. And Mallikarjuna, Virabhadra, Manikeshwara, Nanneshwara, Lakshminarayana, Someshwara, Nilakanteshwara temples in Lakkundi. Continue drive to Badami check in at hotel. O/n at hotel.
Day 8 : Badami, Aihole & Pattadakkal
Location: Badami, Aihole, Pattadakal
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
Breakfast at hotel. Excursion to visit Aihole a historical site & home to over 125 beautiful Chalukyan temples and monuments from 6th to 12th century. And Pattadakal a treasure trove of Hindu and Jain temples complex built-in 7th and 8th century CE. Return to Badami visit cave temples, Badami Fort and Agastya Lake. O/n at hotel.
Day 9 : Badami - Hubli (110Kms)/ Cochin (Flight)
Location: Badami, Hubli, Kochi
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
Breakfast at hotel. Drive to Hubli airport to board flight for Cochin. On arrival assistance & transfer hotel, check in. In the evening enjoy Kathakali, a traditional dance form of Kerala with lavish costumes, exotic makeup, masks etc. O/n at hotel.
Day 10 : Cochin - Alleppey (60Kms)
Location: Kochi, Alappuzha
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Gulmarg
Breakfast at hotel. Morning city tour visiting Fort Cochin St. Frances Church, Jewish Synagogue, Mattancherry Dutchs Palace & Chinese fishing nets. Later transfer to Alleppey boat jetty to board houseboat and sail through the tropical countryside enchanting backwaters. The Houseboats have generated electricity, sitting cum dining area, separate bedroom with attached English toilets, sun deck and fully loaded kitchen with a chef & driver. O/n in houseboat.
Day 11 : Alleppey - Thekkady (160Kms)
Location: Alappuzha, Periyar
Accommodation: Hotel, ResortHeevan Retreat/ The Vintage
Meals Included: Breakfast
Breakfast at hotel. Disembark from houseboat and drive to Thekkady check in at hotel. Evening watch Martial Arts & Kathakali Dance show. O/n at hotel.
Day 12 : Thekkady
Location: Periyar
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
Breakfast at hotel. Explore Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary on a boat. Sanctuary is home to tigers, elephant, rare lion-tailed macaques, sambar deer, leopards and Indian bison. Later spice plantation tour to see crops of cardamom, cinnamon, pepper, coffee etc. O/n at hotel.
Day 13 : Thekkady - Munnar (100Kms)
Location: Periyar, Munnar
Accommodation: Hotel, Resort, Resort The Zen/ Singge Palace
Meals Included: Breakfast
Breakfast at hotel. Drive to Munnar via Ramakkalmedu one of the windiest places in Asia and being so, one can find here a wind farm generating electricity. Visit Frog Rock, Turtle Rock and the highest twin-statue in Kerala called Kuravan & Kurathi. Continue drive to Munnar check in at hotel. O/n at hotel.
Day 14 : Munnar
Location: Munnar
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Munnar
Breakfast at hotel. Visit Pothamedu, Mattupetty dam, Rajamala hill, Eravikulam National Park, Mattupedi Dairy Farm, Echo Point & Tea Museum. O/n at hotel.
Day 15 : Munnar - Madurai (160Kms)
Location: Munnar, Madurai
Accommodation: Hotel, Resort, ResortStone Hedge
Meals Included: Breakfast
Breakfast at hotel. Drive to Madurai check in at hotel. Later visit Meenakshi Temple, Thirumalai Nayakar Palace, Alagar Koil, Tiruparankundram Murugan Temple & Palamuthirsolai Murugan Temple. O/n at hotel.
Day 16 : Madurai - Trichy - Thanjavur (190Kms)
Location: Madurai, Tiruchirappalli, Thanjavur
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
Breakfast at hotel. Drive to Thanjavur, via visiting Trichy Sri Ranganathaswamy Temple, Rock Fort Temple & Jambukeshwara temple. On arrival check in at hotel. Later visit Brihadeshwara Temple built by great Chola king in the 10th century. Also visit Thanjavur Palace & Museum. O/n at hotel.
Day 17 : Thanjavur - Darasuram - Gangaikondacholapuram - Chidambaram - Pondicherry (180Kms)
Location: Thanjavur, Dharasuram, Gangaikonda Cholapuram, Chidambaram, Puducherry
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
Breakfast at hotel. Drive to Pondicherry via visiting The Great Living Chola Temples at Darasuram, Airavateshwarar Temple a storehouse of art and architecture and Gangaikonda Cholapuram Temple complex which includes Nandi Mandapa, Alankar Mandapa, Maha Mandapa, Mukha Mandapa and Ardha Mandapa. Also visit Chidambaram Nataraja Temple dedicated to the dancing posture of Lord Shiva. Arrive Pondicherry check in and o/n at hotel.
Day 18 : Pondicherry
Location: Puducherry
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
Breakfast at hotel. Visit Aurovil & Pondicherry Museum. Drive pass or walk through stunning French Quarters, charming mustard streets and colonial villas which include French consulate, Raj Nivas, Government Square, Churches & French schools. Rest time free and easy to rtelax on the beach. O/n at hotel.
Day 19 : Pondicherry - Mahabalipuram - Kanchipuram - Chennai (240Kms)
Location: Puducherry, Mahabalipuram, Kanchipuram, Chennai
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
Breakfast at hotel. Drive to Chennai enroute visit Mahabalipuram Monolithic Temples, Five Rathas, Krishna Butterball, Cave Temples, Shore Temple & The Arjuna Penance. Next visit Kanchipuram Kailasanathar temple, Ekambareswarar temple, Varadharaja temple, Vaikundhaperumal temple & Kamakshiamman temple. Continue drive to Chennai check in and o/n at hotel.
Day 20 : Chennai - Departure (Flight)
Location: Chennai
Meals Included: Breakfast
Breakfast at hotel. City tour of Chennai visit Fort St. George, St Mary's Church inside the fortress, Kapaleeshwarar Temple, Vadapalani Murugan Temple, Government Museum, Dakshinachitra Museum, Santhome Cathedral & Marina Beach.
Later as per flight schedule transfer to airport to board flight for onward destination.
What's Included
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Assistance on arrival at airport.
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Daily breakfast at hotels.
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Private air-conditioned deluxe car for airport transfer, sightseeing and excursion as per program.
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English speaking tour guide on sightseeing days (local guide in each city), as per program.
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Monuments entrances and activities charges mentioned in the itinerary.
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Bottled drinking water in car.
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Government taxes.
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Accommodation
19 Nights accommodation in 4*category hotels.
What's Not Included
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Camera charges at monuments.
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Meals other than mentioned in inclusions.
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Expenses of personal nature like liquor, laundry, tips, telephone, fax, internet etc.
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Gratuities & optional activities.
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Anything not mentioned in inclusions.
Hubli - Cochin flight ticket approx ?5500 per person in economy class.
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Hubli - Cochin flight ticket approx ?5500 per person in economy class.
Check out our Q&As
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Are vaccinations required for this tour?
Yes. Please check same on your international ticket
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What currencies are required for this tour?
USD, EURO, GBP, JPY, CNY, RMB, SGD, CAD, AUD are accepted at most of the tourist shops. These currencies can easily be changed into local currency INR from money changer at the airport, in cities, and at hotels.
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Are all the relevant entry visa’s included in the price of the tour?
You have to apply for Indian Visa yourself. https://indianvisaonline.gov.in/
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What Ethical Travel credentials does the tour company have?
We conduct our business fairly, with honesty, integrity and transparency. We deliver what we promise, and only promise what we can deliver.
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Who will be my travelling companions on the tour?
Less than 10 person group only driver will be your companion. We use local government licenced tour guide in each cities for sightseeing tour.
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Do you operate a “single share” option and how does it work?
We do not operate tour on sharing
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What happens if I need to change my holiday date once I’ve booked?
We are completely flexible in changing the travel dates, until we dont have to bourne any penalty levied by hotels/airline.
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How long has the tour company been trading?
5 Yeas
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Am I contributing to any charity by booking the tour?
Yes, you will support NGO and schooling for kids in villages.
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Can I join the tour once it has departed?
We operate private tour/activity only for your group. Hence if you missed to join and tour departed, we can coordinate and you can join the tour from the nearest point.
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What documents will I receive before I travel?
Iitnerary and confirmation vouchers
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What policies are in place for Covid-19?
Face masks provided for travelers. Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff. Gear/equipment sanitized between use. Transportation vehicles regularly sanitized. Regular temperature checks for staff. Contactless payments for gratuities and add-ons.
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Will the accommodation included meet local health and safety regulations?
Yes
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Free Date Changes
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Agora Voyages requires a minimum deposit of 20% or the full booking value, whichever is less, with the final balance not due until 15 days before departure.
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Cancellation Policy
We don't charge a cancellation fee, here is a summary of agora voyages charges.
Up to 30 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of deposit.
At 29 days before tour starts: Forfeit 50% of booking price.
At 14 days before tour starts: Forfeit 70% of booking price.
At 2 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of booking price.
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Standard Operating Protocol issued by Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, GOI
Face masks provided for travelers.
Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff.
Transportation vehicles regularly sanitized.
Regular temperature checks for staff.
Contactless payments for gratuities and add-ons.
Gear/equipment sanitized between use.
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