Grand South & West India Tour
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Experience the diversity and charm of India with our Grand South and West India Tour, a perfectly crafted and tailored made journey that blends vibrant culture, ancient heritage, and stunning landscapes. Begin your adventure in the West, in the bustling metropolis of Mumbai welcomes you with colonial landmarks, lively markets, and a coastal vibe. Explore the royal city of Ahmedabad with its stepwells and UNESCO‑listed old quarters, then witness the white salt desert of the Great Rann of Kutch and the intricate temples of Somnath and Dwarka.
Your journey then takes you to the Amazing South, where tradition Culture meets natural beauty. Cruise through Kerala’s backwaters on a houseboat, wander through spice gardens, and explore Cochin’s historic charm. Discover the temple architecture of Madurai and the cultural vibrancy of Chennai. Enjoy palm‑lined beaches, ancient caves, and hill stations that soothe the soul.
Throughout this grand tour, experience Premium stays, expert guides, and authentic cuisines that reflect each region’s essence. Whether it’s the heritage of western forts or the serene landscapes of the south, this tour offers a seamless, unforgettable exploration of India’s most celebrated destinations.
Inclusions: 3* Hotel (25 Nights hotel Accommodation) + 25 Breakfasts + Air Tickets ( Mumbai to Chennai & Banglore to Mumbai) + Train Tickets ( Mumbai to Aurnagabad to Mumbai by Shatabadi Express A/C Chair Car Class Tickets) + A/c Car + Boat ride at Elephanta Caves near Gateway of India (Mumbai) + English Speaking Guide service in Aurangabad, Mumbai, Chennai, Pondicherry, Tanjor, Madurai, Myrsore & Banglore Only + all taxes. Excludes: Items in personal nature, any entrance tickets, insurance, ride, video/still camera fee etc.
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Places to Visit: Mumbai - Aurangabad - Mumbai - Chennai - Pondicherry - Mahabalipuram - Kanchipuram - Trichey - Madurai - Kanyakumari - Kovalam - Alleppy (A/C Deluxe House Boat) - Thekkedy - Kodaikanal - Ooty - Mysore - Banglore - Mumbai
Arrive Mumbai International Airport. On Arrival at International airport our company representative will be waiting with placard having your name and he will assist you and transfer to hotel by air conditioned car. On arrival check-in and free at leisure. Overnight Mumbai Hotel.
Breakfast at hotel. After breakfast do full day sightseeing of Mumbai with guide and visit places like - Elephanta Caves by Boat, Gateway of India, Marine Drive, Dhobi Ghat and Victoria Terminus and city sightseeing. Overnight stay at Mumbai hotel.
Breakfast at hotel. Free till departure. In time departure transfer to Railway Station to catch train for Aurganabad (Mumbai Aurangabad Jan Shatabadi Express Train No. 12071 / at: 1350 hrs./ Arrive at:2035 hrs.). On arrival pick up by our company representative at Station and transfer to hotel. Overnight Aurangabad Hotel.
Breakfast at hotel. Full day sightseeing of Ajanta Caves - The Ajanta Caves have 30 rock cut Bhuddhist caves and it is 106 km from Aurangabad. The basic designs of the caves are called ‘Chaitya grihas’ and ‘Viharas’. Five caves are Buddhist cathedrals and the remaining 25 are monasteries. The Chaityas are large, rectangular chambers separated by rows of pillars. They are decorated by sculptures and murals which depict the many incarnations of Buddha. The Vhharas are rectangular shaped halls. They have series of small cells which are attached on both sides. Opposite to the entrance is an image of Buddha. Overnight Aurangabad Hotel.
Breakfast at hotel. After breakfast visit Ellora Caves - The Ellora Caves are listed in the world-heritage list. They are located about 30 km from Aurangabad. The Kailash Temple of the Ellora caves is the most attractive and masterpiece of the creator. The Kailash temple in the Ellora caves is one of the world’s largest and massive sculpture. It was curved out of a rock with the help of 7000 laborers and took nearly 150 years to complete. The shrines are a mix or both Hindu and Jain faiths. Cave number 32 is famous for a glorious Yakshi statue and beautiful ceiling paintings. Afternoon sightseeing of Bibi Ka Maqbara - The monument Bibi Ka Maqbara was built in 1679 AD by Aurangzeb’s son. He built it in memory of his mother Rabia. Ata Ullah was the architect and he based the design on the Taj Mahal. The memorial is built of sandstone with plastered walls and has a marble dome. It has an flowery wall around with an entrance which provides the best view of the memorial. The enclosure of the tomb is made of marble and is octagonal. Sunheri Mahal - The Sunheri Mahal was constructed by a Bandalkand chief who came with Auranzeb into the Dakhan. The Mahal is located in Paharsingpura, which is a suburb of Aurangabad. The structure is made of stone and lime. The Mahal has a high pedestal but it is now in dilapidations. The paintings in the Mahal were once painted of gold and so the name Sunheri Mahal. Overnight Aurangabad Hotel.
Early morning around 5.15 am in time departure transfer to Railway station to catch (Mumbai Aurangabad Jan Shatabadi Express Train No. 12072 / at: 0600 hrs./ Arrive at:1245 hrs.). On arrival meet and assist at Railway Station and transfer to Airport to catch flight for Chennai (SG-274 / AT:1645 HRS. – 1840 HRS.). On arrival meet and assist by drive and transfer to hotel in Chennai. Overnight Chennai Hotel
Breakfast at hotel. After Breakfast, we take you for a full day sightseeing trip of Chennai. Including; Kapaleeshawarar Temple, Fort St. George Museum, Gandhi memorial, Kalakshetra, Mylapore temple and Marina beach etc. Overnight stay at Chennai Hotel.
Breakfast at hotel. Check-out hotel and drive to Mahabalipuram. (65 Kms and 1 ½ Hrs drives). En-route stop at Kanchipuram to visit Varadarajar Perumal Temple, Kamatchi Amman Temple. Later proceed to Mahabalipuram. After check in at Hotel visit Panch Raths’s, Arjuna’s Penance, Shore Temple etc and Overnight stays at Mahabalipuram Hotel
Breakfast at hotel. After breakfast at hotel drive to Pondicherry. (110 Kms – 3 Hrs) On arrival check in to hotel after fresh and change visit for Sri Aurobindo Ashram founded by the philosopher in 1920, the Pondicherry museum, promenade beach, Bharti and Bhartisadan memorial museum, Church of the Sacred Heart of Jesus, and Auroville, the botanical garden etc. Evening come to hotel and Overnight stay at Pondicherry hotel.
Breakfast at hotel. After breakfast at hotel drive to Trichy. (220 Kms – 4 ½) on arrival check into hotel. After fresh and change visit the Ranganathaswamy temple (the biggest temple complex in India and has the tallest temple tower) also view the Rock fort temple overlooking the Cauvery Delta. Evening come to hotel and Overnight stay at Trichey hotel.
Breakfast at hotel. After Breakfast, check out hotel and drive to Madurai. (160 Km, 4 Hour) On arrival check-in into hotel. Day free for personal activity. Come back to Hotel and Overnight stay at Madurai hotel.
Breakfast at hotel. After Breakfast, we take you for a full day sightseeing trip of Madurai. The temple town of Madurai, situated on the banks of river Vaigai, is one of the most ancient cities in India with a history dating back to the pre-Christian times. It was the imperial capital of the Pandyan Empire in the 14th Century AD. Madurai was the seat of Tamil learning and the last of the Tamil Sangams (Academies) was held here nearly 2000 years ago. Places of tourist interest include the imposing Meenakshi Temple, Thirumalai Nayakar Mahal, Gandhi Museum, Vaigai Dam, Thirupparankundrum, Athisayam Water Theme Park, Azhagar Koil and the Vandiyur Mariamman Teppakulam. Overnight stay at Madurai hotel.
Breakfast at hotel. After breakfast at hotel drive to Kanyakumari. (245 Kms 6 hrs drive) on arrival check into hotel. Visit for Kumari Amman Temple, Gandhi Memorial and Vivekananda Rock Temple and evening enjoy the beautiful Sunset. Evening come to hotel for Overnight stay at Kanyakumari hotel.
Breakfast at hotel. After breakfast drive to Rameshwaram (90 Kms and 3 Hrs drives). On arrival check in at Hotel It is one of the beast beaches of India with its lovely slice beach sand and perfectly positioned palms. Evening relax on the Kovalam beach. Overnight stay at Kovalam Hotel.
Breakfast at hotel. After breakfast, transfer to Kovalam sightseeing of Padhamanabha Swamy temple, Museum, Horse Palace, Art Gallery. Kovalam considered as the Paradise of the South. It consists of three adjacent crescent beaches and also picture perfect tropical beaches. Rest of the day at leisure on the beach Overnight stay at Kovalam Hotel.
Breakfast at hotel. After breakfast at hotel drive to Alleppey to check into houseboat (180Kms-5 hrs drive) and overnight at houseboat.(Houseboat will move from 1200hrs noon to 1700 Hrs evening and morning 0600 Hrs to 0900 Hrs. and morning). Dinner & Overnight stay at Deluxe House boat.
Breakfast at hotel. Check out time form Houseboat is 09:00 A.M. After check out drives to Kumarakom (170 Kms and 5 Hrs drive). After check in to your Hotel, After refreshing go for a spice plantation Tour to see crops of cardamom cinnamon, pepper, coffee, tea estate (Optional) & later for boating in the Periyar lake- its centre piece of Periyar Wildlife sanctuary also Periyar Tiger reserve, manmade lake of the height of 2000 ft, Later return to hotel for Overnight stay at Thekkedy hotel.
Breakfast at hotel. After Breakfast. Full Day is at leisure to relax in the beautiful natural surrounding and explore this beautiful place on your own. Day free for Personal Activity. Overnight stay at Thekkedy hotel.
Breakfast at hotel. After breakfast drive to Kodaikanal (135 Kms and 4 Hrs drives). Check into the hotel, refresh, relax and at leisure visit Kodai Lake for the boat rides (extra cost), also visit Byrant Park and Coakers walk. Overnight stay at Kodaikanal hotel.
Breakfast at hotel. After breakfast drive to Ooty (238 Kms and 6 Hrs). On arrival check in at Hotel. Visit Dodda Betta Peak, which gives a view of Ooty from the heights of Nilgiri. Later move for seeing Conoor Tea Gardens, Sim’s Park offering some wonderful views of varieties of flowers & trees and Dolphin’s Nose which offers scenic beauty of small mountains, springs, tea gardens etc from the top. You can indulge in hiking, boating, trekking, and horse riding also. Overnight stay at Ooty hotel.
Breakfast at hotel. After breakfast we take you for a visit to the Botanical Garden. Botanical Garden in opty is well known and one of the oldest botanical garden in country. It is also special for its green lawns, rare trees, variety of different collections of flowering plants, clear watered pools etc. Enjoy the gardens and then transfer back to the hotel in the evening. Overnight stay at Ooty hotel.
Breakfast at hotel. After breakfast checkout hotel and drive to Mysore. (152 Kms / 5 Hrs) On arrival check in at Hotel Afternoon, proceed for a local sightseeing tour of Mysore. Places of tourist interest include the grand Mysore Palace, Chamarajendra Art Gallery, Mysore Zoo Gardens, St. Philomena’s Church, Temples, Chamundi Hills, Brindavan Gardens and Bylakuppa. Overnight stay at Mysore hotel
Breakfast at hotel. After breakfast, check out of the hotel and drive to Bangalore. (145 Kms / 4 Hrs) On arrival check in at Hotel. On arrival check in at Hotel. Evening is free for personal activity. Overnight stay at Banglore hotel.
Breakfast at hotel. After breakfast we take you for a visit of Bangalore city visiting Vidhan Soudha, Lalbagh Botanical garden, Tipu Sultan’s palace and Bull temple – one of the oldest temples built in 16th century. Rest of the day is free at leisure. Overnight stay at Banglore hotel.
Breakfast at hotel. Free till depature. In time departure transfer to airport to catch flight for Mumbai. On arrival catch connecting for return journey. ( By Air) Banglore to Mumbai flight will G8-391 / AT:1200 HRS. / Arrive Mumbai at: 1400 hrs. Overnight stay at Mumbai hotel.
In time departure transfer to International Airport to catch flight for return journey
