Highlights of South India
13 Days Starting in Kochi and ending in Trivendruam
Visiting: Kochi, Mararikulam, Alappuzha, Periyar, Madurai, Rameswaram, Kanyakumari, Kovalam, Thiruvananthapuram
Tour operator:
Tour code:
13HOSI
Recommended For:
18-30 somethings, 50 plus, Couples, Family-Kids, LGBT plus, Singles
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Group size:
1 - 10
Physical rating:
Low
Age range:
1-90
Special diets catered:
Meat, Halal, Jain, Vegetarians, Vegans, Kosher
Tour operated in:
English , French , German , SpanishTrip Styles:
Active, Adventure Tours, Budget, River Cruise, Safari Tours, Small Group, Walking Hiking and Trekking
Interests:
Art, Beach Tours, Cultural, Eco Conscious, Foodie and Wine Tours, History, Music, Photography, Religion and Spiritual, Ruins-Archaeology, Wildlife Tours
Activities:
Tour Overview
In this 12 day tour, you will visit some of the major tourist destinations of South India. On the other side, while experiencing the wildlife in Periyar, you will know about the history of ancient temples of Madurai. During this tour you will also visit Rameswaram Temple, a place of pilgrimage for Hindus. This pilgrimage site is decorated with amazing corridors and huge sculpture of Hindu Gods and goddesses. In the end, after a visit of Kanyakumari, we will take you to the beautiful sea shore of Kovalam. Where you can enjoy an amazing natural beauty.
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1 : Arrival At Kochi
Location: Kochi
Accommodation: Hotel
Arrival at Kochi airport, our Gt India Tours representative will assist you at airport and later transfer to the hotel for night stay. Rest of the day free for your own leisure activities.
Overnight at Hotel.
Day 2 : At Kochi
Location: Kochi
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
Today morning after breakfast at hotel, later proceed for full day sightseeing tour to Cochin visit Fort Kochi, St.Francis Church, Jewish synagogue, Mattancherry Palace "Dutch Palace" and Chinese Fishing Market. Evening enjoy the Kathakali dance show, one of India's most famous classical dances with lavish costumes, exotic makeup & masks intensify the beauty of the dancers, intricate moments.
Overnight at Hotel.
Day 3 : Kochi - Marari (44 Kms / 1:30 Hrs)
Location: Mararikulam
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
Today morning after breakfast, later check out form hotel and proceed for Marari. Upon reaching Marari check-in to your hotel. Rest of the day enjoy scenic views and various activities at beaches of Marari.
Overnight at Hotel.
Day 4 : Marari - Alleppey (20 Kms / 1 Hrs)
Location: Alappuzha
Accommodation: Overnight at Houseboat.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Today morning after breakfast at hotel, later check out and proceed for backwater to enjoy the houseboat journey. Upon arrival at Alleppey check-in to your houseboat for night stay. Later proceed for backwaters & lagoons on Alleppey, Enjoy your lunch and dinner at houseboat. Evening walk around the local street of Alleppey.
Overnight at Houseboat.
Day 5 : Alleppey - Periyar (115 Kms / 3 Hrs)
Location: Periyar
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
Today morning after breakfast and check out from houseboat later drive to Periyar - Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary one of the biggest wildlife sanctuaries in India's which covers 777 Sq. Kms (300 Sq. miles) for a Tiger Reserve. Upon arrival at Periyar National Park check-in to the hotel for night stay. Later proceed for sightseeing tour of Periyar, enjoy the Bamboo Rafting & Border Hiking are a unique program available in Periyar, Elephant safari at Periyar wildlife sanctuary also enjoy boat ride on the beautiful lake.
Overnight at Hotel.
Day 6 : Periyar - Madurai (230 Kms / 6:30 Hrs)
Location: Madurai
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
Today morning after breakfast at hotel, check out from the hotel and drive to Madurai. Upon reaching Madurai check-in to the hotel for night stay. Rest of the day free to explore this cultural capital of South India.
Overnight at Hotel.
Day 7 : At Madurai
Location: Madurai
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
After breakfast at hotel later proceed for the sightseeing tour of Madurai, visit Meenakshi Sundareswarar, one of the largest temple complex in India. Later visit Thirupparamkunram Murugan Temple, Palamuthirsolai Murugan Temple. Also visit the Thirumalai Nayak Palace, Alagar Kovil and Gandhi Museum.
Overnight at Hotel.
Day 8 : Madurai - Rameshwaram (171 Kms / 3:30 Hrs)
Location: Rameswaram
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
Today morning after breakfast at hotel, later check out and drive to Rameshwaram. Upon arrival at Rameshwaram check-in to your hotel for night stay. After refresh yourself, later proceed for Rameshwaram Temple dedicated to the hindu god Rama. Post darshan and aarti ceremony at temple back to hotel for night stay.
Overnight at Hotel.
Day 9 : Rameshwaram - Kanyakumari (310 Kms / 6 Hrs)
Location: Kanyakumari
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
Today morning after breakfast and check out from hotel later drive to Kanyakumari. Today morning after breakfast at hotel, later check out and drive to Kanyakumari. Upon arrival at Kanyakumari check-in to your hotel for night stay. After refresh yourself, later visit Swami Vivekananda Rock Memorial, Kanyakumari mandir (One of the Fifty Two Shakti Peethas), Tri Samudra Milan, Gandhi mandapam also Sthanumalayan Temple.
Overnight at Hotel.
Day 10 : Kanyakumari - Kovalam (139 Kms / 4 Hrs)
Location: Kovalam
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
Today morning after breakfast and check out from hotel, later drive to Kovalam. Upon arrival at Kovalam check-in to your hotel for night stay. Rest of the day free for your own leisure activities.
Overnight at Hotel.
Day 11 : At Kovalam
Location: Kovalam
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
After breakfast at the hotel, proceed for a full day tour at Kovalam, visit Vizhinjam Marine Aquarium, Halcyon Castle, Analothbhave Mathe Church, Fishing Harbour, Samudra Beach, Rock Cut Cave Temple, Chowara & Poovar. Rest of the day free for your own leisure activities.
Overnight at Hotel.
Day 12 : Kovalam - Trivendruam (18 Kms / 34 Min) And Departure
Location: Thiruvananthapuram
Meals Included: Breakfast
Today morning after breakfast and check out from hotel later drive to Trivandrum airport to board the flight for your home.
What's Included
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Dining
11 Breakfast, 1 Lunch, 1 Dinner
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11 Nights accommodation based on double / twin sharing basis
3 Star Accommodation.
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Assistance during arrival and departure by Gt India Tours
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All transfers including airport transfers by an AC vehicle
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English speaking guide at Kochi, Rameshwaram and Madurai
What's Not Included
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Visas Fee (if applicable)
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Monument entry fees
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Tips (always optional, but some guidance will be given in the pre-departure information pack you’ll receive after booking)
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Beverages other than drinking water & any costs of a personal nature
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International/Internal flights to/from the start/finish of the trip
Check out our Q&As
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Company Instant Book
Yes
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Can you assist with pre or post tour accommodation?
Yes
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What currencies are required for this tour?
INR is local currency.
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Do you require a visa for this holiday?
Only for foreign national traveller.
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Is there a supplement for solo travellers?
Yes
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Are the local guides on the tour English speaking?
Yes
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Are airport transfers included in this tour?
Yes
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Is the tour coach air conditioned?
Yes
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Will I know the names and details of all the accommodation before I depart?
Yes
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What is the tipping policy?
Tips always optional.
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What is the fitness level required to do this tour?
Healthy.
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Will passengers from another country be participating in the tour?
Yes
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Is there any free time to explore places during the tour?
Yes
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Do I need to purchase travel insurance before travelling?
Absolutely. Every traveller is required to purchase travel insurance before the start of their tour. Due to the varying nature, availability and cost of health care around the world, travel insurance is very much an essential and necessary part of every journey.
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Are children permitted to take part in the tour?
Yes
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What is the maximum group size?
10
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What is the standard of the hotels on this tour?
3 Star.
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Is free Wi-Fi available in the accommodation used?
Yes
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What happens if a group doesn’t make its minimum required number of passengers?
100% Departure if there is single traveller.
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How many people will be on my trip?
GTIndia Tours provide private and group tour it's completely depend on you which category you are choose. if you are choosing a group tour there is maximum 40 guests.
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Will the accommodation included meet local health and safety regulations?
We select our hotels for their quality, impeccable service and comfort, with the majority of them having air-conditioning. Few hotels don't have air conditioning due to the colder climate.
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Do I need travel insurance?
We strongly recommend that all guests have a travel insurance policy to ensure your peace of mind before and while travelling. It's important that you protect yourself in case of trip cancellations, an interruption for any reason, baggage delays or loss of baggage and medical expenses.
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Am I contributing to any charity by booking the tour?
GTIndia Tours is a not-for-profit organisation established in 2011. So far, GTIndia Tours work hard to help underprivileged communities and support sustainable tourism around the world.
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What if I have special dietary requirements?
We can accommodate guests who are vegetarian and can assist with diabetic, gluten-free and other medically-recommended diets. Please advise us at time of booking. Unfortunately, we’re unable to supply meals in accordance with strict religious requirements. We can’t provide salt-free, Kosher, Halal, requests for specific dietary supplements such as soya milk, and high protein or low-carb meals.
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Who will be my travelling companions on the tour?
The beauty of taking a guided holiday with us is you’ll have the opportunity to meet and travel with people from all over the globe.
Book with Confidence
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Free Date Changes
GT India Tours allows you to make 2 free date changes, as long as the change is made at least 60 days before the start of the tour.
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Low Deposit
GT India Tours requires a minimum deposit of 25% or the full booking value, whichever is less, with the final balance not due until 80 days before departure.
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Cancellation Policy
We don't charge a cancellation fee, here is a summary of gt india tours charges.
Up to 80 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of deposit.
At 79 days before tour starts: Forfeit 50% of booking price.
At 59 days before tour starts: Forfeit 75% of booking price.
At 30 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of booking price.
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