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Kathakali performer, Cochin
Kathakali performer, Cochin
Golden Temple, BylekuppeMaharaja's Palace lit up at night, MysoreElephants at Nagarhole National ParkSri Meenakshi Temple, Madurai, IndiaTrain, Ooty to Mettupalayam

South India Explored

India

15 days from £3,225pp Inc. international flights

A 15 day itinerary exploring Tamil Nadu and southern Karnataka, also offering the opportunity to explore the hills and discover the wildlife of the remoter areas.

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At a Glance

Tailoring your trip

This itinerary is designed to give you a flavour of what is possible

  • We can tailor this trip to suit your specific requirements
  • Any aspect of the itinerary can be altered, from excursions to accommodation

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Kathakali performer, CochinGolden Temple, BylekuppeMaharaja's Palace lit up at night, Mysore
South India Explored

Itinerary Route Map - 15 Days

Sri Meenakshi Temple, Madurai, IndiaTrain, Ooty to Mettupalayam

Our Tailor-made suggestions for this itinerary are:

  • Stay longer in the Western Ghats by adding more days in Coorg, Sultan’s Battery or Pollachi.
  • Drive west from Coorg to Tellicherry for a few days on the coast.

Highlights of this itinerary

  • Take a guided tour of the vibrant city of Mysore
  • Look for wildlife on a game drive in Nagarhole National Park
  • Enjoy stunning views from the toy train ride at Ooty
  • Spot birds in the Indira Gandhi Wildlife Sanctuary
  • Visit the sacred Meenakshi Temple in Madurai

Day by Day

Day 1London

Fly overnight from the UK to Bangalore.

Day 2Bangalore (Bengaluru) - Mysore

Drive from Bangalore to Mysore. Afternoon guided tour of the city.

Day 3Mysore

Morning excursion by boat in Ranganthittu Bird Sanctuary for bird spotting on the river. Visit Tipu Sultan’s Summer Palace and ruined city at Srirangapatna.

Day 4Mysore - Hassan

Drive north to Hassan and explore the exquisite Hoysala temples at Belur and Halebid.

Day 5Chikmagalur - Coorg

Drive into the hills of Coorg.

Day 6Coorg

Full day in Coorg.

Day 7Coorg - Nagarhole National Park

Drive to Nagarhole for game drives by jeep in the national park and boat trips to view wildlife.

Day 8Nagarhole National Park

Game drives in Nagarhole National Park

Day 9Nagarhole National Park - Sultans Battery

Final morning game drive before transferring to Sultan’s Battery in Kerala.

Day 10Sultans Battery

Full day in Sultan’s Battery to relax at your homestay.

Day 11Sultans Battery - Ooty

Head southeast to explore the colonial hill station of Ooty and enjoy views of the Nilgiri Hills from the Blue Mountain Railway.

Day 12Ooty - Pollachi

Head off the beaten track to Pollachi for an afternoon of bird spotting in Indira Gandhi Wildlife Sanctuary.

Day 13Pollachi - Madurai

Descend to the plains and join pilgrims at Madurai’s vibrant Sri Meenakshi Temple.

Day 14Madurai - Bangalore (Bengaluru)

Morning in Madurai before flying to Bangalore.

Day 15Bangalore (Bengaluru)

Fly from Bangalore to the UK.

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