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 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, 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 towards Kochi, descending from the Nilgiri Hills towards Kerala's Malabar coast. On arrival, check in at the hotel and refresh. In the evening, attend a traditional Kathakali performance, Kerala's classical dance-drama tradition known for elaborate costumes, distinctive facial makeup, expressive gestures and highly stylized storytelling. The performance offers an introduction to one of Kerala's most distinctive performing arts traditions. Overnight stay at the hotel.
After breakfast, begin with a sightseeing tour of historic Fort Kochi. Visit St. Francis Church, one of India's oldest European-built churches, and continue to the Paradesi Synagogue in Jew Town, a major surviving landmark of Kochi's Jewish heritage, subject to its visitor schedule. Visit Mattancherry Palace, also known as the Dutch Palace, whose interiors contain historic murals and collections associated with the former Cochin royal family. Later, drive to Athirappilly Waterfalls in the Sholayar forest region. The 80-foot waterfall lies on the Chalakudy River and is Kerala's largest waterfall. The surrounding forest landscape is also known for its rich birdlife, including four species of hornbill. After sightseeing, return to Kochi for overnight stay.
After breakfast, check out from the hotel and drive to Munnar. En route, stop at Cheeyappara Waterfalls, subject to seasonal water flow and local access. Continue through the changing landscape of Kerala's Western Ghats, with extensive tea plantations covering the surrounding hills. On arrival in Munnar, check in at the hotel and refresh. Later, take a short orientation tour through the hill station and surrounding tea-growing landscape, with views of the hills, forests and reservoirs. Overnight stay at the hotel.
After breakfast, explore the scenic surroundings of Munnar. Begin at Pothamedu View Point, known for views across tea, coffee and cardamom plantations. Continue towards Mattupetty Dam and its reservoir, where boating is available subject to operating conditions, followed by Echo Point and Kundala Lake. If time permits, visit the Tata Tea Museum to learn about the development of tea cultivation and processing in the Munnar region, including historic machinery and photographs. The remainder of the evening is free for leisure or local shopping. Overnight stay at the hotel.
After breakfast, check out from the hotel and drive to Periyar (Thekkady), gateway to the Periyar Tiger Reserve. On arrival, check in at the resort and refresh. Later, enjoy a regulated boat cruise on Periyar Lake, offering opportunities to observe wildlife along the forested shoreline. The reserve is home to species including Asian elephants, gaur, sambar, wild boar and numerous bird species, while tiger sightings are possible but never guaranteed. After the cruise, explore a local spice plantation featuring crops such as cardamom, cinnamon, pepper and coffee. In the evening, visit the local spice market. Overnight stay at the resort.
After breakfast, check out from the resort and drive to Alleppey (Alappuzha), Kerala's renowned backwater destination. On arrival, board your private Kerala houseboat and begin cruising through the interconnected waterways of the region. The journey passes coconut-fringed canals, paddy fields, villages and waterways where traditional rural life continues alongside the backwaters. The houseboat provides a private bedroom, attached bathroom, dining and living areas, kitchen facilities and an open deck, with meals prepared onboard by the crew. Enjoy the changing landscape from the deck and watch the sunset over the backwaters. Dinner and overnight stay on the houseboat.
After breakfast, disembark from the houseboat and drive to Kovalam. On arrival, check in at the beach resort and relax. Kovalam is a well-established coastal destination near Thiruvananthapuram, known for its crescent-shaped beaches, shallow coastal waters, Ayurvedic resorts and the distinctive Vizhinjam Lighthouse. Spend the remainder of the day at leisure on the beach or enjoy optional activities such as swimming, kayaking, catamaran rides or an Ayurvedic wellness experience, subject to local conditions and individual preference. Overnight stay at the beach resort.
After breakfast, enjoy a full day at leisure in Kovalam. Relax on the beach, explore the coastal area or choose from optional activities including swimming, kayaking, catamaran rides and other water-based experiences, subject to sea conditions and local operating schedules. Those interested in Kerala's traditional wellness practices can arrange an Ayurvedic massage or wellness treatment through the resort or a licensed centre. A cultural performance can also be arranged depending on the season and local programme schedule. Overnight stay at the resort.
After breakfast, check out from the beach resort and drive to Kanyakumari, located at the southern tip of mainland India. On arrival, check in at the hotel and relax before exploring the waterfront. Visit the Kanyakumari Bhagavathi Amman Temple, an important coastal pilgrimage shrine dedicated to the goddess Kumari, followed by the Gandhi Mandapam. Later, take the ferry to the Vivekananda Rock Memorial, built in honour of Swami Vivekananda and located on an offshore rock associated with his meditation there, subject to ferry operations and sea conditions. Continue to the Thiruvalluvar Statue, with ferry access subject to current operating arrangements. In the evening, enjoy the sunset from the coastal viewpoints. Overnight stay at the hotel.
Begin the morning with an opportunity to experience sunrise at Kanyakumari, subject to weather and visibility. After breakfast, check out from the hotel and drive to Thiruvananthapuram. Depending on your flight schedule, visit Kuthira Malika (Puthen Malika) Palace, known for its traditional Kerala architecture and carved wooden interiors, followed by the Napier Museum and Sree Chitra Art Gallery, which houses an important collection of Indian and international artworks. After sightseeing, transfer to Thiruvananthapuram International Airport for your scheduled flight to your hometown. Your journey through Karnataka, the Nilgiri Hills and Kerala 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.
