Southern India Panoramic with Goa Trails

After breakfast at the hotel, proceed for a full-day guided tour of Mumbai. Visit popular attractions including the Gateway of India, Elephanta Caves (closed on Mondays), Gandhi Memorial, Parliament House, Marine Drive, Prince of Wales Museum, Hanging Gardens, Jain Temples, Kamla Nehru Park, and Juhu Chowpatty. The rest of the day is free for leisure activities.

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After breakfast at the hotel, check out and transfer to Mumbai Railway Station to board your train to Goa. Upon arrival at Goa Railway Station, our representative will meet you and transfer you to your pre-booked hotel for your overnight stay. The rest of the day is free for leisure activities.

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After breakfast at the hotel, proceed for a guided tour of North Goa. Visit Aguada Fort and the Lighthouse, and explore some of the famous beaches of North Goa, including Sinquerim Beach, Candolim Beach, Calangute Beach, Baga Beach, Anjuna Beach, and Vagator Beach. After the tour, you are free for shopping or return to your hotel for relaxation.

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After breakfast at the hotel, proceed for a guided tour of South Goa. Visit the historic Old Goa Churches, including the Basilica of Bom Jesus and Se Cathedral, and explore some of the popular beaches of South Goa, such as Miramar Beach and Dona Paula. After the tour, you are free for shopping or return to your hotel for relaxation.

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After breakfast at the hotel, proceed to enjoy a boat cruise on the Mandovi River. Choose from different types of river cruises, such as Dolphin Fantasy, Pearl of the Orient, or Backwater Thrills. The rest of the day is free for leisure activities.

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After breakfast at the hotel, check out and drive to Hampi. Upon arrival, check in to your pre-booked hotel for your overnight stay. The rest of the day is free for leisure activities.

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After breakfast at the hotel, proceed for a sightseeing tour of Hampi. Visit the famous ruins, including the Virupaksha Temple, which is part of the Group of Monuments at Hampi, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The temple is dedicated to Virupaksha, a form of Shiva. Also, explore the Vittala Temple Complex, known for its remarkable architecture, including the stone chariot and musical pillars. The rest of the day is free for leisure activities.

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After breakfast at the hotel, check out and drive to Mysore. Upon arrival, check in to your pre-booked hotel for your overnight stay. The rest of the day is free for leisure activities.

Overnight at Hotel.

After breakfast at the hotel, proceed for a full-day guided tour of Mysore. Visit the Mysore Palace, renowned for its exquisite carvings and art from around the world; the Sri Chamundeshwari Temple on Chamundi Hills, offering panoramic views of the city; and the Raja Rajendra Art Gallery, which houses a remarkable collection of paintings by Raja Ravi Varma. Also, explore the Brindavan Gardens with its spectacular musical fountains, followed by visits to the flower and sandalwood market and the handicraft museum. The rest of the day is free for leisure activities.

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After breakfast at the hotel, check out and drive to Wayanad. Upon arrival, check in to your pre-booked hotel for your overnight stay. The rest of the day is free for leisure activities.

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After breakfast at the hotel, proceed for a sightseeing tour of Wayanad. Visit the Banasura Sagar Dam, the largest earthen dam in India and the second largest of its kind in Asia; Pazhassi Raja Tomb and Pazhassi Raja Museum; and Mananthavady and Kuruvadweep, a series of islands formed on the Kabini River (09.30 AM to 03.30 PM; closed during the monsoon season and on certain days when animals are present in the area). The rest of the day is free for leisure activities.

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After breakfast at the hotel, check out and drive to Cochin. Upon arrival, check in to your pre-booked hotel for your overnight stay. The rest of the day is free for leisure activities.

Overnight at Hotel.

After breakfast at the hotel, proceed for a full-day sightseeing tour of Cochin. Visit Fort Kochi, the Jewish Synagogue, St. Francis Church, Marine Drive, Hill Palace, Dutch Palace, Pareekshit Thampuran Museum, Santa Cruz Cathedral Basilica, Bolgatty Island, and the Indo-Portuguese Museum. In the evening, enjoy a Kathakali dance performance, one of India’s most famous classical dances. The elaborate costumes, exotic makeup, masks, and intricate movements create a mesmerizing experience.

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After breakfast at the hotel, check out and drive to Alleppey to begin your backwater houseboat journey. Upon arrival, check in to your pre-booked houseboat for your overnight stay. Cruise through the scenic backwaters and lagoons of Alappuzha, enjoying lunch and dinner on board. In the evening, take a stroll around the local streets of Alappuzha.

Overnight at Houseboat.

After breakfast on the houseboat, check out and drive to Varkala. Upon arrival, check in to your pre-booked hotel for your overnight stay. The rest of the day is free for leisure activities.

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After breakfast at the hotel, proceed for a sightseeing tour of Varkala. Visit Sivagiri, Janardhana Swamy Temple, Vishnu Temples, Papasnanam Beach, Kappil Lake, and Ponnumthuruthu Island (also known as the Golden Island). The rest of the day is free for leisure activities.

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After breakfast at the hotel, the rest of the day is free for leisure activities or to relax at your own pace.

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After breakfast at the hotel, check out and drive to Kanyakumari, with an en-route visit to the Padmanabhapuram Palace at Padmanabhapuram. Upon arrival at Kovalam, check in to your pre-booked hotel for your overnight stay. After freshening up, proceed for a sightseeing tour of Kanyakumari. Visit the Swami Vivekananda Rock Memorial, Kanyakumari Temple (one of the 52 Shakti Peethas), Tri-Samudra Milan, Mahatma Gandhi Mandapam, and Sthanumalayan Temple. The rest of the day is free for leisure activities.

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After breakfast at the hotel, check out and drive to Madurai, with an en-route visit to Chokkanathar Temple and Samanar Hills (also known as Samanar Malai or Amanarmalai) at Keelakuilkudi. Upon arrival in Madurai, check in to your pre-booked hotel for your overnight stay. After freshening up, proceed for a guided tour of Madurai, visiting the Meenakshi Amman Temple, Thirumalai Nayakkar Palace, Gandhi Memorial Museum, and Vandiyur Mariamman Teppakulam. Conclude your tour by experiencing the evening prayer ceremony at the Meenakshi Temple.

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After breakfast at the hotel, check out and drive to Puducherry, with an en-route visit to Trichy (Tiruchirappalli). In Trichy, visit the Rock Fort Temple, Jambukeshwara Temple, Arulmigu Uchi Pillaiyar Temple, and Sri Ranganathaswamy Temple. After completing your sightseeing in Trichy, continue the drive to Puducherry. Upon arrival, check in to your pre-booked hotel for your overnight stay. In the evening, enjoy a heritage walk in the French Quarter, spotting the charming yellow and white colonial walls, European-style streets, and taking a stroll along the sea.

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After breakfast at the hotel, check out and proceed for a sightseeing tour of Puducherry. Visit Auroville, Aurobindo Ashram, Government Museum, Sacred Heart Basilica, French War Memorial, Mahe de Labourdonnais Street, and Pondy Bazaar. Also explore Memorial House, Manakula Vinayagar Temple, and Vedapureeswarar Temple. After completing your Puducherry tour, continue the drive to Mahabalipuram. Upon arrival, check in to your pre-booked hotel for your overnight stay. The rest of the day is free for leisure activities.

Overnight at Hotel.

After breakfast at the hotel, check out and proceed for a sightseeing tour of Mahabalipuram. Visit Thirukadalmallai, Shore Temple, Pancha Pandava Rathas, Arjuna’s Penance, the Caves, Krishna’s Butterball, and the India Seashell Museum. Also explore Mahabalipuram Beach, enjoying the surfing spots and views of the Shore Temple. After completing the Mahabalipuram tour, drive to Kanchipuram, known as the “City of 1,000 Temples” and one of the seven sacred Hindu cities in India. Visit Kamakshi Amman Temple, Kanchi Kailasanathar Temple, Varadaraja Perumal Temple, Ekambareswarar Temple, and Ulagalanda Perumal Temple, which houses a huge statue of Lord Vishnu. After visiting Kanchipuram, continue the drive to Chennai. Upon arrival, check in to your pre-booked hotel for your overnight stay. The rest of the day is free for leisure activities.

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After breakfast at the hotel, check out and transfer to Chennai Airport to board your flight for your onward journey or return home.