Southern India: West to East Coast - 8 Days
Who is this trip for
Age range
12 - 100Physical rating
Group size
1 - 16Meals included
1Highlights
- Stroll Kochi’s historic Jew Town and explore the Dutch Palace and St. Francis Church
- Step inside Mysore Palace
- Wander Srirangapatna
- And taste the colours of Devraja Market
- Relax at Mamallapuram’s stunning Shore Temples on the Bay of Bengal
- Explore Bangalore’s Lalbagh Gardens and lively city parks
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Summary
South India is a feast for the senses — and this journey serves up the very best. Drift through Kochi’s backwaters, where spice-scented streets reveal centuries of history. Wander royal halls in Mysore, lose yourself in the buzz of colourful markets, and follow the coastline to Mamallapuram’s sculpted temples that glow at sunset. Add in Bangalore’s gardens and energy, and you’ve got an adventure that blends history, culture, and just the right amount of coastal calm.
Itinerary
Day 1
Kochi
Arrive at any time. There are no planned activities before the evening welcome meeting, so check into the hotel and enjoy the city. After the welcome meeting, visit the harbour to enjoy sunset over the Chinese fishing nets followed by an optional group dinner.
Day 2
Kochi/Bangalore
Walk along the cobblestones streets of Fort Kochi on a sightseeing tour of this historic city. The rest of the day is yours to explore as you wish. Tonight, take an overnight train to Bangalore.
Day 3
Bangalore
After a night on the train, we'll pull into Bangalore in the morning. The first stop of the day is breakfast. Second stop of the day is to the beautiful Lal Bagh Botanical garden. Walk through the incredible green houses full of colourful flowers and unique sculptures. The remainder of the day is yours to see the city. In the evening, regroup for an orientation walk through the main iconic commercial streets of Bangalore.
Day 4
Bangalore/Mysore
Depart from Bangalore and drive to Srirangapatna to visit the incredible Sri Ranganathaswamy Temple and the Tipu Sultan's tomb. Then continue on to Mysore for an afternoon of free time to explore the city before an evening orientation walk in Devraja Market and an optional group dinner.
Day 5
Mysore
Explore the best of Mysore today with visits to Chamundeshwari Temple at Chamundi Hills, the Mysore Palace and St. Philomena Cathedral. The rest of the day is yours to explore this historic, opulent city.
Day 6
Mysore/Mamallapuram
Take a train to Chennai and transfer to a private vehicle to arrive to Mamallapuram by the afternoon. This famous town is steeped in myth and history, so enjoy the opportunity to experience it with a free afternoon.
Day 7
Mamallapuram
An early morning is dedicated to a tour of the Shore Temple, an iconic complex of temples and shrines known to the be one of the oldest stone temples in India, and best viewed at sunrise. After an incredible walking tour, take the remainder of the day for your own exploration of Mamallapuram. Most use this time to enjoy a visit to the beach or a yoga class.
Day 8
Mamallapuram
Depart at any time.
What's Included
Accommodation
Hotels (7 nts)
Meals
Breakfasts: 1, Lunches: 0, Dinners: 0
Vegetarian options are available on all meals throughout the adventure.
Vegetarian options availableLocal Guide
GuidedThis adventure is led by a local guide throughout. The main language of this adventure is English. Please contact us for other languages available.
Wifi
Wifi is available during the adventure. In some areas and / or accommodation / transport Wifi may be free.
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