Welcome to Kempegowda International Airport, Bengaluru. Our representative will meet you at the airport and escort you by air-conditioned car to your pre-booked hotel in Bengaluru. During check-in, you will receive the documents and service information for the tour, with time to clarify any queries regarding the itinerary and included services. If you arrive on an early flight and have sufficient time after settling in, take a short walk around the city, exploring nearby markets and restaurants. The remainder of the evening is free for relaxation. Overnight stay at the hotel.
After breakfast, proceed for a full-day sightseeing tour of Bengaluru. Begin at ISKCON Sri Radha Krishna Temple on Hare Krishna Hill, followed by Lalbagh Botanical Garden, one of the city's historic horticultural landmarks. Continue to Cubbon Park, a major landscaped park in central Bengaluru, and the historic Bull Temple in Basavanagudi, known for its large monolithic Nandi carved from granite. Visit Sri Gavi Gangadhareshwara Temple, a rock-cut cave temple dedicated to Shiva, followed by the Visvesvaraya Industrial & Technological Museum and Vidhana Soudha. In the evening, visit Ulsoor Lake if time permits. Overnight stay at the hotel.
After an early breakfast, check out from the hotel and drive towards Mysuru. En route, stop at historic Srirangapatna, an island town on the Cauvery River and an important centre of the former Kingdom of Mysuru. Visit Srirangapatna Fort and the historic Sri Ranganathaswamy Temple, one of the town's principal religious monuments. Continue to Mysuru and check in at the hotel. Later, visit Brindavan Gardens beside the Krishnaraja Sagara reservoir, known for its formal terraces, landscaped gardens and evening musical fountain. Depending on time and operating schedules, enjoy the fountain show before returning to Mysuru. Overnight stay at the hotel.
After breakfast, explore the royal heritage of Mysuru. Begin at Mysuru Palace (Amba Vilas Palace), the present palace of the Wadiyar dynasty and a major example of Indo-Saracenic architecture. The current structure was built between 1897 and 1912 after the previous palace was destroyed by fire. Continue to St. Philomena's Cathedral, one of the city's most prominent churches, followed by a drive up Chamundi Hill to visit the Chamundeshwari Temple and enjoy panoramic views over Mysuru. On the return journey, stop at the monumental Nandi Bull. The evening is free for leisure or independent exploration of the local market. Overnight stay at the hotel.
After breakfast, check out from the hotel and drive towards Ooty (Udhagamandalam), travelling through the changing landscapes of southern Karnataka and the Nilgiri Hills. Upon arrival, check in at the hotel and refresh before beginning a sightseeing tour. Visit the Government Botanical Garden, established in the 19th century and spread across approximately 55 acres, followed by Ooty Lake, an artificial lake created in 1824. Continue to Fernhill Palace, the former summer residence of the Maharaja of Mysuru, subject to access, followed by the Ooty Golf Course and Doddabetta Peak, the highest peak in Tamil Nadu at 2,623 metres. If time permits, visit the scenic Pine Forest. Overnight stay at the hotel.
After breakfast, continue exploring Ooty. Visit the Government Botanical Garden, whose highlights include rare and exotic plant species, a fern house, ornamental gardens and a fossilized tree estimated at around 20 million years old. Continue to Ooty Lake, where boating is available subject to operating conditions. Visit Fernhill Palace, historically associated with the Maharaja of Mysuru, followed by the Ooty Golf Course, set in the Nilgiri landscape. Later, drive to Doddabetta Peak for panoramic views across the Nilgiris and, if time permits, continue through the surrounding Pine Forest. Return to the hotel for overnight stay.
After breakfast, travel to Coonoor aboard the historic Nilgiri Mountain Railway, subject to ticket availability and railway operations. The railway forms part of the UNESCO World Heritage Site Mountain Railways of India and is known for its mountain engineering, steep gradients, bridges, tunnels and scenic tea-growing landscape. On arrival in Coonoor, explore Sim's Park, a botanical garden developed around the natural contours of the hillside. Continue to Lamb's Rock for views across the surrounding valleys and towards the Coimbatore plains, followed by Dolphin's Nose, a prominent rock viewpoint overlooking the valleys and offering views towards Catherine Falls. If time permits, visit the Coonoor Golf Course. Return to Ooty by road and enjoy the evening at leisure. Overnight stay at the hotel.
After an early breakfast, check out from the hotel and drive to Kodaikanal, travelling south from the Nilgiris towards the Palani Hills. On arrival, check in at the hotel and refresh before exploring the town. Visit Our Lady of La Salette Church, one of Kodaikanal's historic churches, followed by Kodai Lake, a star-shaped artificial lake and one of the hill station's principal landmarks. Enjoy a boat ride on the lake, subject to operating conditions. The remainder of the evening is free to relax and enjoy the cool hill-station climate. Overnight stay at the hotel.
After breakfast, explore the scenic surroundings of Kodaikanal. Visit Guna Caves, formerly known as Devil's Kitchen, a group of deep rock formations associated with the cliffs between Pillar Rocks and the surrounding forest. Access is restricted in parts of the area for safety, so sightseeing is from the designated viewpoint and permitted areas. Continue to Coaker's Walk, a landscaped pedestrian path offering views across the hills and valleys, followed by Bryant Park, a botanical garden beside Kodai Lake known for its flower displays and horticultural collections. If time permits, visit additional viewpoints around the lake before returning to the hotel. Overnight stay at the hotel.
After breakfast, check out from the hotel and drive to Madurai, the historic temple city of Tamil Nadu. Upon arrival, check in at the hotel and refresh. In the evening, visit the magnificent Meenakshi Amman Temple to experience the evening worship and rituals, subject to temple timings and visitor regulations. The temple is the centrepiece of Madurai's historic city and is renowned for its monumental gopurams, sculptural halls and extensive mandapas developed particularly during the Nayak period. Overnight stay at the hotel.
After breakfast, explore the historic temple city of Madurai. Begin at the magnificent Meenakshi Amman Temple, the centrepiece of the old city and one of Tamil Nadu's most important temple complexes. Its towering gopurams, sculptural halls and extensive mandapas reflect the architectural development of the temple city under the Nayak rulers. Continue to Thirupparankundram Murugan Temple, one of the six major abodes of Lord Murugan, followed by Palamuthirsolai Murugan Temple in the wooded hills north of Madurai. Visit Thirumalai Nayak Palace, a 17th-century palace known for its monumental courtyard, arches and stucco decoration, followed by Koodal Azhagar Temple and Vandiyur Mariamman Teppakulam, a large temple tank associated with the city's annual float festival. In the evening, return to the Meenakshi Amman Temple for evening worship, subject to temple timings and visitor regulations. Overnight stay at the hotel.
After breakfast, check out from the hotel and drive to Rameshwaram, a major pilgrimage centre situated on Pamban Island between the Gulf of Mannar and the Palk Strait. Upon arrival, check in at the hotel before visiting the magnificent Ramanathaswamy Temple, dedicated to Shiva and traditionally associated with the Ramayana. The temple is one of the twelve revered Jyotirlinga shrines and is renowned for its extensive corridors lined with carved pillars. In the evening, visit the coastal area around Dhanushkodi or the viewpoint towards Ram Setu, subject to local access and weather conditions. The Ram Setu is a chain of limestone shoals and sandbanks between India and Sri Lanka, while its connection with the Ramayana remains an important part of Hindu tradition. Overnight stay at the hotel.
After breakfast, check out from the hotel and drive towards Kanyakumari, travelling along the southern Tamil Nadu coast. On arrival, check in at the hotel and relax before exploring the waterfront. Kanyakumari is located at the southern tip of mainland India and is traditionally associated with the meeting of the Arabian Sea, Bay of Bengal and Indian Ocean. In the evening, visit the seafront to experience the sunset, with the coastline providing views across the surrounding waters. Depending on the season, weather and visibility, the sunset can be particularly striking from the coastal viewpoints. Return to the hotel for overnight stay.
Begin early with a visit to the waterfront for sunrise, followed by sightseeing around Kanyakumari. Visit the Vivekananda Rock Memorial, located on an offshore rock and built in honour of Swami Vivekananda, who is traditionally associated with meditation on the site. Continue to the Thiruvalluvar Statue and Kanyakumari Bhagavathi Amman Temple, an important coastal pilgrimage shrine dedicated to the goddess Kumari. Later, drive to Padmanabhapuram Palace, the historic Travancore palace complex known for its extensive timber architecture, carved wooden interiors, murals and traditional Kerala building techniques. Continue to Suchindram to visit the Thanumalayan Swamy Temple, an important pilgrimage centre associated with the combined traditions of Shiva, Vishnu and Brahma. Return to Kanyakumari in the evening. Time can also be allowed for local shopping, including traditional shell and coastal handicrafts. Overnight stay at the hotel.
After breakfast, check out from the hotel and drive to Thiruvananthapuram, the capital of Kerala. Depending on the departure time, take a short sightseeing tour of the city, visiting the exterior of the famous Sree Padmanabhaswamy Temple, dedicated to Lord Vishnu in the reclining Anantha Shayana form. If time permits, continue to Kuthira Malika (Puthen Malika) Palace, known for its traditional Kerala architecture and carved wooden details, or the Sree Chitra Art Gallery. After sightseeing, transfer to Thiruvananthapuram International Airport for your scheduled flight to your hometown. Your journey through South India's hill stations, natural landscapes, temple cities and major pilgrimage centres concludes here.
The final cost of this customized private tour varies according to accommodation category, travel period, number of travellers and individual preferences. An exact quotation can be provided after the travel details are finalized. The following indicative price range is based on a minimum of two persons travelling together and sharing a double room.
