Accommodation

• Accommodation in base category room of a Standard (3*) hotel. • Check-in Time : Throughout the trip, we request all our hotels prepare rooms in time as per your arrival time, especially if you are reaching the hotel prior to normal check-in time. (In India, normal check-in is at 14:00 hrs, check-out is at 10:00 hrs). This may not be always possible to manage early check-in for you; in that case you won’t be able to check-in immediately on arrival at some hotels. Instead, you can store your luggage and explore the new destination. • Pre/Post Accommodation : If you’ve purchased pre-trip or post-trip accommodation (if available), you may be required to change rooms from your trip accommodation for these extra nights. Internet : Depending on the areas in which you travel, you may have limited access to the Internet. Hoteliers often charge for the connection (hourly or daily). • The style of accommodation indicated is a guideline. On rare occasions, if the suggested hotels are not available due to high demand, we will book similar alternate hotels for you.

Transport

All transfers and sightseeing by an air-conditioned vehicle with an English speaking driver. The type of vehicles provided are as follows : Passenger Vehicle type 1-2 persons Air-conditioned medium car such as Dzire/Etios or similar 3-4 persons Air-conditioned large car such as Toyota Innova or similar 5-10 persons Air-conditioned mini-van such as Tempo Traveler or similar

Others

• Kathakali Dance Show in Cochin. • Boat Ride with Entrance Cost at Periyar National Park. • Spice Plantation Tour in Periyar. • Jeep Safari in Wayanad Wildlife Sanctuary. • Daily 01 bottle of Mineral water. • All currently applicable taxes including GST.

Meals

Daily breakfast at coffee shop or restaurant at the hotel.

Hygieneprotocol

In the wake of the ensuing COVID crisis, we have re-invented our hygiene protocols and have taken concrete steps along with training our guides, drivers, representatives and other staff at our destinations’ offices. So, we are fully prepared for your safe travel. •Hotels will conduct thermal screening of guests, baggage screening, maintaining kitchen hygiene, smooth check-in and check-out process along with daily cleaning of rooms. •Our drivers/representatives will be wearing masks, using hand sanitizers & gloves, and undergoing thermal screening before every assignment. The vehicles too will be sanitized on a daily basis. •Our guides will be wearing masks and using hand sanitizers, gloves, and undergoing thermal screening before every assignment. •All public places at Airports/Railway Stations/Restaurants and other assisting staff therein shall be governed by the regulations laid down for the prevention of COVID 19. •Extensive COVID-19 Health & Safety guidelines recommended by the World Health Organisation shall be strictly adhered to. •All our partners will strictly follow the social distancing protocol as mandated by the Government. •Safety kits will be provided to all the guests, including a sanitizer, gloves, and a mask, before the commencement of the tour. •Our focus shall be on providing customized and private tours to ensure the safety and health of our guests. •E-Documents will be provided for the trip such as Confirmation Status/Hotel Vouchers/Itinerary/Invoice etc.

Guide

• English Speaking Local Guide at Mysore, Coorg, Kochi and Thekkady. At GeTS, we aim to support local guides who have specialized and comprehensive knowledge of the regions you visit. We provide English speaking local guides at each destination of your trip, the chosen local guide will strike a great balance between knowledgeable storytelling, humor, and giving you sufficient space and personal time to enjoy the awe-inspiring sites. He will provide information on the places you are travelling through, offer suggestions for things to do and see, recommend great local eating venues. If you were interested in delving deeper into the local culture at a specific site, you can count on your assigned local speaking guide.

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Others

• Any airfares (international or domestic) • Monument entry fees. • Any mandatory Gala Dinner on Christmas and New Year Eve. • Any item of personal nature viz. Laundry. • Charges, telephone bills, drinks, shopping, etc. • Any items that is not mentioned under Inclusions. Tips : Tipping is a common custom and we always suggest our travelers to comply. No tip is compulsory, however in case of good services rendered, it is advisable to pay by a few rupees (driver / guide). For example, 300 rupees can be left in restaurants (depending on the bill amount), between 300 and 500 rupees per day per person for a good driver.

Insurance

Travel insurance is not covered in the tour price. You can organize travel insurance with your preferred insurance company. We recommend World Nomads , a company recommended by Lonely Planet .

Flights

The International flight tickets have to be booked on your own, once you book your international flight tickets, please share with us your schedule so that we can arrange your smooth pick-up and drop off from airport to hotel on your arrival day and hotel to the airport on the departure day. Passports and Visas : All travelers listed on the Participant Information form must be in possession of a valid passport and all relevant visas. It is your responsibility to ensure that you have valid travel documentation, including but not limited to passports and visas, which meet the requirements of immigration and other Government authorities at every destination. If your itinerary includes travel to any other country besides India, please check on visa requirements for each country that you will visit. Any fines, penalties, payments or expenditures incurred as a result of such documents not meeting the requirements of those authorities will be your sole responsibility.

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Day 1 Day 1: Arrival In Bangalore - Drive To Mysore (140 Km/Approx. 3.5 Hours)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 1: Arrival In Bangalore - Drive To Mysore (140 Km/Approx. 3.5 Hours)

Upon arrival at Bangalore International Airport, our representative will meet you and assist you towards Mysore. Officially named Mysuru, Mysore is the cultural capital of the Indian state of Karnataka. The city is one of the most flamboyant state of India with more than 600 glorious years of legacy. It is noted worldwide for its premium Mysore silk, sandalwood and incense products. Mysore is also famous for its heritage structures and palaces, including the magnificent Mysore Palace (the seat of the rulers of Mysore), and the grand festivities during the Dasara festival.

Check-in at your hotel upon reaching, relax. Relax, then head out to see Mysore Palace. Richly carved, the palace exhibits intricate, colourful and thrilling art and architecture.

Overnight stay at hotel in Mysore.
Day 2 Day 2: Mysore – Coorg (130 Km/Approx. 3.5 Hours)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 2: Mysore – Coorg (130 Km/Approx. 3.5 Hours)

After breakfast, check-out from the hotel and drive to Coorg - the coffee and spice producing hill station of India. Officially known as Kodagu, Coorg is equally popular for its exotic scenery, breathtaking adventures and warm hospitality. Check-in at hotel upon arrival and spend the evening at leisure.

Overnight stay at hotel in Coorg.
Day 3 Day 3: Coorg
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 3: Coorg

Enjoy breakfast, then, proceed for a half-day tour of the beautiful Coorg covering coffee plantations, orange orchards and the green paddy fields. Visit Madikeri, aka Mercara, the largest town in Coorg. Come across the sprawling Madikeri fortress, built in the 17th century by the Rajas of Coorg, standing on a hilltop overlooking the entire town. Not far from here stands a temple of Lord Omkareshwara, a popular religious destination here, which shows an unusual combination of the Hindu and Islamic styles of architecture, unlike other traditional temples in India.

Overnight stay at hotel in Coorg.
Day 4 Day 4: Coorg – Wayanad (115 Km/Approx. 3 Hours)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 4: Coorg – Wayanad (115 Km/Approx. 3 Hours)

After breakfast, embark on a wonderful journey to Wayanad driving through lofty peaks, cascading streams, verdant forests and hills, and winding roads. Wayanad: A green paradise nestled among the lush mountains of the Western Ghats, Wayanad is nature’s abode of Kerala. The land is clean, pristine, enchanting and hypnotizing as well as replete with fascinating history and culture.

On arrival check-in at your hotel. Later in the day, proceed to visit Lakkidi View Point - the gateway to Wayanad, situated 2296 ft (700 m) above sea level at the crest of the Thamarasseri Ghat pass. It is a great vantage point to view the valleys and the mountains. Also, visit Pookat lake, a natural fresh-water lake, nestled amid evergreen forested hills, and a one of its kind in Kerala. Boating facilities, children’s park, handicrafts, spice emporiums and a fresh water aquarium are among the tourist attractions here.

Overnight stay at hotel in Wayanad.
Day 5 Day 5: Wayanad
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 5: Wayanad

This day after breakfast, enjoy visiting Wayanad Wildlife Sanctuary. Muthanga; Situated in the Nilgiri biosphere, the forest offers the opportunity to view wild life, including wild elephants, gaur, spotted deer, sambar, langur, giant squirrels, wild dog, birds, tiger etc.

Overnight stay at hotel in Wayanad.
Day 6 Day 6: Wayanad - Kochi (260 Km/Approx. 7 Hours)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 6: Wayanad - Kochi (260 Km/Approx. 7 Hours)

After breakfast, drive to Kochi also called Cochin. Kochi: KOCHI: Kochi, also known as Cochin, is a beautiful city in the Ernakulam district of Kerala. Over the years, the history and development of this city carries stubborn marks of the British, Arabs, Chinese, Dutch, and Portuguese. It is undoubtedly the best starting point on your discovery to capture the beauty of God’s own country - Kerala.

Check-in at the hotel on arrival in Kochi. Spend rest of the day exploring the old buildings and bustling markets of Fort Cochin. Fort Cochin is the place where the Portuguese flag was first hoisted and it is also believed to be the oldest settlement in India.

Overnight stay at hotel in Cochin.
Day 7 Day 7: Kochi
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 7: Kochi

After breakfast, go for Kochi sightseeing tour that begins with visit to Fort Kochi located on the western coast of India amidst the pristine waters of Arabian Sea. On visiting this fort, soak in the mesmerizing specimens of the bygone era. The architecture of this gorgeous fort uncovers the layers of colonial influence ingrained in the landscape of this city. Visit the St. Francis Church (Closed on Sundays from 08.00 to 11.00 hrs) within the middle of fort’s complex. Built in the year 1503, it is the oldest church built by Europeans in India. The lofty architecture of this Church is impressive in every way and has managed to retain its ancient charm, over the years. Also, visit the Jewish Synagogue located close to Fort Kochi, which is more than 100-years old. It was built in 1568 and is a showpiece displaying hand-painted floor tiles, Belgium-imported glass chandeliers, rare antiques etc. and an exclusive gallery. Your Kochi sightseeing tour ends with visit to Chinese Fishing Nets. They are a hallmark of the Fort Kochi, visible from Fort Kochi. The concept of fishing nets is said to be introduced by Zheng He (a Chinese explorer). Here the fishing nets are made of bamboo and teak wood poles and practice the principle of balance. Almost every visitor visits here - especially during sunset - to click few candids. End your day watching the traditional Kathakali Dance Show (Optional) in Kochi.

Overnight stay at hotel in Kochi.
Day 8 Day 8: Kochi - Munnar (140 Km/Approx. 4/5 Hours)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 8: Kochi - Munnar (140 Km/Approx. 4/5 Hours)

After breakfast, drive to Munnar. MUNNAR: a beautiful hill station named after three rivers: Madhurapuzha, Nallathanni and Kundaly. It is a popular honeymoon destination in Kerala that offers spellbinding views of vast spice and tea plantations. It also boasts the highest peak in South India - Anamudi. Munnar is surrounded by various wildlife sanctuaries that house the grizzled giant squirrel, Elephant, Gaur, Nilgiri Langur, Sambar, etc. and the endangered Nilgiri Tahr (Mountain Goat). Also, a blue flower "Neelakurinji:" grows here in every 12 years.

On arrival, check-in at the hotel. Overnight stay at hotel in Munnar.
Day 9 Day 9: Munnar
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 9: Munnar

After breakfast, head for sightseeing tour of Munnar with first visit to the Munnar Tea Estates: Munnar is a city renowned for its bountiful tea plantations nestled amidst pristine nature. Walk through these sprawling tea estates and soak yourself in the refreshing aroma of the tea leaves. Here you can also visit the Tea Museum that showcases old photographs and huge machinery that have been used in tea processing over the years. Also, get a first hand experience of how tea is processed. Explore the Eravikulam National Park, a must-visit attraction located in Munnar. It’s the first of its kind in Kerala that is home to the rare Nilgiri Tahr (Mountain Goat) and various other endangered species. (The park is closed in the mating season for the Nilgiri tahr, which is an endangered species and this usually happens in February to April every year. ) Also, a flower that blooms once in 12 years - Neelakurinji (next to be seen in 2018), is another attraction here. Also, visit the Mattupetty Dam: a concrete gravity dam constructed between 1949 and 1953 for the purpose of conservation of water and hydroelectricity generation. The captivating reflections of the surrounding tea gardens falling upon the still water is the best part of this dam.

Overnight stay at hotel in Munnar.
Day 10 Day 10: Munnar - Thekkady (140 Km/ Approx. 4 Hours)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 10: Munnar - Thekkady (140 Km/ Approx. 4 Hours)

After breakfast, drive to Thekkady. Thekkady: A landscape, set amidst the Western Ghats, in Kerala that entices its visitors with its rich biodiversity and natural vistas. The place is best known for the Periyar National Park and Wildlife Sanctuary, which is considered to be one of the major tiger reserves in India. Nestled in the Western Ghats, it is blessed with exotic wildlife and scenic charm.

On arrival, check-in at the hotel. In the afternoon, enjoy a peaceful boat ride on the Periyar Lake. In the evening, watch the traditional Kalaripayattu (ancient Indian martial arts, originated in Kerala 1000 years ago) and show with its impressive display of martial arts, fire performances and more.

Overnight stay at hotel in Thekkady.
Day 11 Day 11: Thekkady – Alleppey (140 Km/ Approx. 4 Hours)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 11: Thekkady – Alleppey (140 Km/ Approx. 4 Hours)

After breakfast, drive to Alleppey lovingly called the “Venice of the East”. This beautiful waterside destination in Kerala has a vast network of backwater canals that meander through the surrounding town, villages and the Vembanad Lake. Best way to enjoy Alleppey is to discover the tropical village life, tea and spice plantations and its pristine beauty on a traditional houseboat. On arrival, board your Houseboat, which is called Kettuvallam in local. Cruise through the stunning and scenic backwaters of Alleppey, while you enjoy the unique experience of the houseboat.

Enjoy dinner and a pleasant overnight stay in the houseboat in Alleppey.
Day 12 Day 12: Alleppey – Marari Beach (16 Km/ Approx. 30 Min.)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 12: Alleppey – Marari Beach (16 Km/ Approx. 30 Min.)

Post breakfast, drive to Marari Beach. The place located on the Malabar Coast, is a beach lovers paradise with Kerala’s eternal coconut palm trees, golden sands and tranquility all around it. Spend rest of the day at leisure and for relaxation.

Overnight stay at the hotel/resort in Marari Beach.
Day 13 Day 13: Marari Beach – Kochi Airport (60 Km/ Approx. 2 Hours)- Departure
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 13: Marari Beach – Kochi Airport (60 Km/ Approx. 2 Hours)- Departure

This morning after breakfast, we will transfer you to Cochin International Airport for your flight to your onward journey.

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Itinerary of your trip Enchanting Karnataka And Kerala

Day 1: Arrival In Bangalore - Drive To Mysore (140 Km/Approx. 3.5 Hours)

Day 2: Mysore – Coorg (130 Km/Approx. 3.5 Hours)

Day 3: Coorg

Day 4: Coorg – Wayanad (115 Km/Approx. 3 Hours)

Day 5: Wayanad

Day 6: Wayanad - Kochi (260 Km/Approx. 7 Hours)

Day 7: Kochi

Day 8: Kochi - Munnar (140 Km/Approx. 4/5 Hours)

Day 9: Munnar

Day 10: Munnar - Thekkady (140 Km/ Approx. 4 Hours)

Day 11: Thekkady – Alleppey (140 Km/ Approx. 4 Hours)

Day 12: Alleppey – Marari Beach (16 Km/ Approx. 30 Min.)

Day 13: Marari Beach – Kochi Airport (60 Km/ Approx. 2 Hours)- Departure

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