South India Houseboat Tour

Important Informations :

Tour Duration: 17 day(s)
Specialty Categories: Cultural Journey Boating and Sailing
Season: January - December
Tour Customizable: Yes

South India Houseboat Tour South India is the area encompassing India's states of Andhra Pradesh, Karnataka, Kerala and Tamil Nadu as well as the union territories of Lakshadweep and Pondicherry, occupying 19.31% of area. South India lies in the peninsular Deccan Plateau and is bounded by the Arabian Sea, Indian Ocean and the Bay of Bengal in the west, south and east respectively. The geography of the region is diverse, encompassing two mountain ranges — the Western Ghats and Eastern Ghats and a plateau heartland. Godavari, Krishna, Tungabhadra and Kaveri rivers are important non-perennial sources of water. Inhabitants of South India are referred to as South Indians. A majority of South Indians speak one of the five Dravidian languages — Kannada, Malayalam, Tamil, Telugu and Tulu Madras Tour. During its history, a number of dynastic kingdoms ruled over parts of South India whose invasions across southern and southeastern Asia impacted the history and cultures of modern nation-states such as Sri Lanka, Philippines,Indonesia, Thailand and Malaysia. The region was colonised by Britain and gradually incorporated into the British Empire. After experiencing fluctuations in the decades immediately after Indian independence, the economies of South Indian states have registered higher than national average decadal growth over the past three decades. While South Indian states have improved in some socio-economic metrices, economic disparity, illiteracy and poverty continue to affect the region much like the rest of the country. Agriculture is the single largest contributor to the regional net domestic product, while Information technology (IT) is a rapidly growing industry. Literary and architectural styles, evolved over two thousand years, differ from other parts of the country. Politics in South India is dominated by smaller regional political parties rather than by national political parties. South India ranks the highest in terms of social and economic development in areas such as fertility rate and infrastructure; the fertility rate of South India is 1.9, the lowest of all regions in India Madras Tour Packages.

Tour Itinerary:

Day 1: Arrive Madras - Madras Tour
Meeting and assistance upon arrival and transfer to Hotel. This morning we set out to explore the city of Madras Tour. Visit the National Art Gallery Fort St. George, St. Mary's Church and the St. Thomas Cathedral and drive along the marina. Walk with our guide though some colorful market areas. Overnight at Hotel.

Day 2: Madras - Mahabalipuram - Madras Tour Packages
After breakfast we drive to Mahabalipuram. Upon arrival in Mahabalipuram Tour we check into our pre booked Hotel. Afternoon city tour of Mahabalipuram, once the principal port of the Pallavas who ruled between the 06th and 09th Centuries AD.

Day 3: Mahabalipuram - Kanchipuram - Mahabalipuram - Mahabalipuram Tour
Depart for a tour of Kanchipuram Tour, city of a thousand temples, Once the capital of Pallava, Kanchipuram still contains no less than 124 shrines. The temples were built mainly by two rulers, Mahendray and Mamalla Narashimha Parman.

Day 4: Madras - Madurai (by flight) - Madurai Tour
Today we are transferred to the airport to board our flight for Madurai Tour.upon arrival we are met and transferred to our pre booked hotel. Rest of the day at leisure. Overnight at the Hotel.

Day 5: Madurai - Madurai Tour Packages
Madurai's history goes back to six centuries before Christ. The Pandyan rulers made this their capital until the 14th Century and the city flowered with the genius of its writers, builders, poets and academics. Then the Nayaks ruled Madurai from the middle of the 16th Century to 1743. The ten tall Gopurams of the Meenakshi Temple were raised during their dynasty. Overnight stay at hotel.

Day 6: Madurai - Periyar (by surface) - Periyar Tour
After early morning breakfast we drive to Periyar Tour (Thekkady). The drive up to this hilltop wildlife sanctuary is one of the most beautiful. Starting with coconut groves at the lower lever you then see rubber, tea and the spice plantation as you gain height. Upon arrival check into your prebooked hotel.

Day 7: Periyar - Kumarakom (by surface) - Periyar Tour Packages
Today we start our drive for Kumarakom Tour. The drive is a beautiful experience passing through the backwaters and plantations. Upon arrival at Kumarkom check into hotel. Overnight at the hotel.

Day 8 : Kumarakom Tour
Transfer to Kumarakom Jetty to start the Houseboat Program. Today morning we are transferred to the embankment point for the Houseboat. It is once a life time experience to have such a romantic and beautiful experience. For the next Two nights we spent on the House Boat passing through the Backwaters of Kerala. The journey will pass through the following areas Kumarakom, Vattakkayal, Chambakulum, Ambalapuzha, Karumadi, Kayakulum, Alumkadavu. Overnight on the House Boat.

Day 9 : Kumarakom Tour Packages
On board the House Boat. Overnight on the House boat.

Day 10 : Tour to Kumarakom
Houseboat Dismbark at Alumkadvu and drive to Alleppey - Cochin. Today morning it is now time for us to Disembark the Houseboat and we are transferred to Cochin via Alleppey. Upon arrival in Cochin we check into our pre booked hotel for an Overnight.

Day 11 : Cochin - Cochin Tour
Early morning rise and transfer to the backwaters of Cochin Tour, which run from the sea inland through lush tropical countryside. It could be compared to a cruise down the amazon with jungle foliage hanging from the banks. This relaxing boat trip is fascinating, as our guide discussed the history of the early explorers and traders who used this as a main artery to the sea. Evening we go to watch the famous Kathakali Dance Performance. Overnight at the Hotel.

Day 12: Cochin - Ooty - Cochin Tour Packages
Morning after breakfast we start our drive towards Ootacamund most popularly known as Ooty. It is mostly referred to as the Queen of the Southern Hills stations.It drives its name from the Niligiri or the Blue Mountains - the name to the Hills by the inhabitants for more than 850 years because of the blue haze of clouds which envelope the hill slopes.Upon arrival we check into our prebooked Hotel. Overnight at the Hotel.

Day 13: Ooty - Mysore Tour
After a relaxed morning we start our drive towards Mysore Tour, wending along through verdant and hilly countryside, where the legendary warrior Tipu Sultan built the island fortress and Summer Palace entirely of wood, with exquisitely painted walls. Upon arrival in Mysore check into your prebooked Hotel. Evening relaxing or visiting the local bazaar. Overnight at the Hotel.

Day 14: Mysore Tour Packages
After a relaxed breakfast we drive for a morning sight-seeing of the city of Mysore. Mysore a city of 17 Palaces - the Maharaja's City Palace being one of the largest in the country. Today's city tour include the zoological gardens, the Chamundi Temple, handicraft Center and 22 km away - the Brindavan Gardens, which are a sight by day and night. Evening visit to the gardens where there are many illuminated fountains. Overnight at the Hotel.

Day 15: Mysore - Hassan - Hassan Tour
Today after an early breakfast we start our Journey for Bangalore Enroute Hassan. Hassan Tour is famous for its temples of Belur and Halebid. Belur, on the banks of river yagachi, was capital of the Hoysala Empire over 800 years ago. Overnight at the hotel.

Day 16: Bangalore - Mumbai - Banglore Tour
Banglore Tour Today we are transferred to the airport to board our flight for Mumbai. Upon arrival in Mumbai (Bombay) you are met and transferred to your prebooked Hotel. Overnight at the Hotel.

Day 17: Leave Mumbai :
After what will have been a majestic way to see and experience royal India, we bid farewell as we are transferred to the airport for our flight back home.