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Spices and Sandalwood Tour

13 Nights / 14 Days

Kerala, Tamil Nadu

South

Bangalore - Mysore - Nagarhole - Coonoor - Cochin - Munnar - Periyar - Madurai - Chennai (Madras)

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Tour Includes

Hotels

3 Star Deluxe AC Hotel Rooms on Twin Sharing Basis

Meals

Pure Vegetarian Indian meals for Breakfast & Dinner.

Transport

All Transfers mainly by 2 X 2 AC Cars & Coaches wherever necessary

Sightseeing

Guided Tour at Sightseeing as mentioned in the itinerary

Flight/Train Tickets

Tickets Available at additional Cost

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Expected Tour Start Date

Route & Stays

Route

Bangalore - Mysore - Nagarhole - Coonoor - Cochin - Munnar - Periyar - Madurai - Chennai (Madras)

Tour Price Starts From

₹34,100/-

+5% GST

Per Person
Budget Package

₹51,200/-

+5% GST

Per Person
Deluxe Package

Prices may vary according to customization of Hotels and Vehicle and the size of the Group. Air / Train Tickets Confirmation Depends upon Availability at the time of booking

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Tour Package Overview

South India Tour Package, a tour of 13 nights and 14 days, offers you an exclusive stay at some of the best destinations of the southern region of India. The itinerary takes you to places like Bangalore, Mysore, Coonoor, Cochin, Munnar, Madurai, and Chennai. Visit the magnificent temples and spice and sandalwood gardens in South India. During the tour, you also explore the wildlife of the region by visiting some popular wildlife reserves like Nagarhole, Periyar as well as Eravikulam national park.

Tour Highlights

Halt at Tipu Sultan?s capital- Srirangapatna, en-route Mysore
Guided tours to Amba Vilas Palace and Nandi temple in Mysore
Wildlife safari into the Nagarhole National Park
Treat your eyes to the beautiful scenery at Coonoor
Visit the Jewish Synagogue and the Dutch Palace during Cochin sightseeing
Cruise down to Cochin backwaters to observe Chinese Fishing Nets
A leisure walk around the tea plantations at Munnar
Wildlife spotting at the Eravikulam National Park
Bird watching during a boat ride at Periyar National Park
Visit Meenakshi Amman Temple for Darshan at Madurai
Fun activities at the Marina Beach, Chennai

Day 01:

Bangalore

On arriving at the Bangalore Airport, an Bharatatva representative offers an assisted transfer to your hotel. Otherwise called the Silicon Valley of India, Bangalore is the capital of Karnataka state, famous for its thriving Information Technology Industry. Its development in the field of technology has been balanced with innumerable gardens, forts and palaces etc. The day?s visits may include Lal Bagh, Bangalore Palace, Cubbon Park, etc. After witnessing the city's grandeur, return to your hotel for an overnight stay.

Day 02:

Bangalore - Mysore

After breakfast, leave for Mysore today. On the way, halt at the Tipu Sultan?s capital- Srirangapatna. On arrival, complete the check-in formalities at your hotel. Later, leave for a visit to the Mysore Maharaja Palace, also known as the Amba Vilas Palace- an Indo-Saracenic architectural style. Later, visit the Nandi or Bull Temple, located on the Chamundi hills. This temple is dedicated to Nandi, the vehicle of Lord Shiva. Overnight stay.

Day 03:

Mysore - Nagarhole National Park

On the 3rd day, post breakfast, leave for the Nagarhole National Park lying 90 kilometers to the southern summit of Mysore, which is a reserve of leopard, tiger, elephant, and over 250 species of birds. On arriving at Nagarhole, complete the check-in formalities at your jungle lodge. Spend the day at leisure- admiring the surrounding lush greenery, indulging in nature walk etc. While in Mysore, don?t forget to buy original sandalwood and visit the sandalwood plant nurseries.� Stay overnight.

Day 04:

Nagarhole National Park

All of day 4 is scheduled for a wildlife safari into the national park. Actually conceptualized in 1983, the Nagarhole National Park, also known as Rajiv Gandhi National Park, mainly consists of moist grasslands sprawled across 645 square kilometers. It provides ample opportunity for wildlife viewing. Stay overnight.

Day 05:

Nagarhole - Coonoor

Today, you drive towards Coonoor. On your way, admire the exquisite hill station of Ooty- a landform sketched with wonderful precision and great care. Offering a serene relief from the din of city life, Coonoor is just 13 kilometers from Ooty. You can also see the Dolphin's Nose while exploring the Blue Mountains; tea gardens that carpet the base of the hill and offer a placid sight. On arriving in Coonoor, check-in your hotel. If time and energy permit, you can explore the surroundings on foot. Stay overnight.

Day 06:

Coonoor To Cochin

This day starts with a drive to the Malabar Coast and then to Cochin. The fascinating sight of the Portuguese, Dutch, and British influence still reminds one of the past days. On arrival, check-in at your hotel. The rest of the day is at leisure-interact with the locals, explore the surroundings on foot, etc. Stay overnight.

Day 07:

Cochin

The 7th day is for sightseeing in Cochin including the major tourist attractions such as the Jewish Synagogue, the Dutch Palace, and the Saint Francis Church. In the evening, cruise down the backwaters to explore the nearby islets and observe some real and fascinating Chinese Fishing nets. Chochi is the spice coast of India, also known as the spice garden of India. You can buy aromatic spices from the traditional shops in Fort Kochi. Stay overnight.

Day 08:

Cochin - Munnar

Today, you get transported by road to Munnar, one of the most frequented hill stations in the south. Located 1520 meters above the sea level, it is also famous for tea and spice plantations. On arrival, check-in at your hotel. The rest of the day is free. Enjoy a leisure walk around the tea plantations, visit the Christ Church and the other attractions that may include Echo Point, Forest Rose Garden, etc. In the evening, you can enjoy a boat ride in the Kundala lake to witness the spice garden in Kerala. You can also take a tour to Marayoor to witness naturally grown sandalwood trees. The Hub of Sandalwood Trees is located forty km from Munnar. Stay overnight.

Day 09:

Munnar

After breakfast, leave for a wildlife safari at the Eravikulam National Park. This national park houses the largest population of surviving Nilgiri Tahr. During the safari, you may spot wildlife species such as Gaur, Indian Muntjac, Sambar Deer. Golden Jackal, Jungle Cat, Wild dog, Dhole, leopard, tiger, Nilgiri langur, Stripe-necked Mongoose, Indian Porcupine along with 132 avifauna species. Back to Munnar for an overnight stay.

Day 10:

Munnar to Periyar

On the 10th day of the tour, begin driving along Aleppey's coastline, in a cruising motorboat, across Vembanad Lake to Changanacherry. This brings you to the Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary (Thekkady). On reaching Periyar, check-in your jungle lodge. The rest of the day is free for leisure activities- take a nature walk, indulge in bird watching where you may spot Darters, Cormorants, Kingfishers, the Great Malabar Hornbill, etc. Stay overnight.

Day 11:

Periyar

Perhaps the most thrilling part of your itinerary tour is a cruise down the waters to view the wildlife at Periyar. You can also trek through the scenic forest spotting various animal species such as Gaur, Wild Pigs, Sambar, Barking Deer, Mouse Deer, Dole or Indian Wild Dog, Indian Bison, Wild Boar, etc. Stay overnight.

Day 12:

Periyar To Madurai

Today, begin driving towards Madurai. On reaching, check-in your hotel. After lunch, leave to visit the best known Meenakshi Temple, also known as Meenakshi Amman Temple. The temple is dedicated to Goddess Meenakshi, an avatar of Goddess Parvati. The temple complex has 14 gateway towers called gopurams, between 45-50 meters in height. Stay overnight.

Day 13:

Madurai to Chennai

Get on-time transfer to the airport to board a flight to Chennai. On arrival, check-in your hotel, Later, leave for a city tour. Enjoy fun activities at Marina Beach or indulge in sightseeing including attractions like Fort St George, Kapleshwarar temple, Birla Planetarium, etc. Stay overnight.

Day 14:

Departure from Chennai

Spend the day at leisure. In the evening, our affable agent would make sure that you do not have the slightest trouble while boarding your flight as you head off to home.

Tour Inclusions

Travel by comfortable A/C or non A/C small cars or Tempo Travellers or Mini Buses or big buses depending on the respective tour group size
Accommodation in comfortable hotels on twin/triple/Single sharing basis
Meals: Breakfast & Dinner (set menu) as mentioned in the itinerary
Sightseeing as mentioned in the itinerary (entrance and guide charges not included)
Tour Manager Services (On call) from Day 01 Meeting point till the dropping point on last day
1 Lt. Water Bottle per person per day
Travel Insurance for guests up to 70 years of age

Tour Exclusions

GST 5% (Government Tax) on total package price
Any up gradation in airline class or hotel room category
Any items of personal nature like tips to guides, drivers, laundry, telephone charges, shopping, wines & alcoholic beverages, mineral water (unless specified), and food and drink which is not part of set group men
Any extra cost incurred on behalf of any individual due to illness, accident , hospitalization or any personal emergency
Any optional tours, excursions, supplement costs, services and activities not mentioned in the itinerary inclusions
Airfare /Railway Fare
Any other meals than those mentioned above.Rates are not valid on Long weekends, national holidays, Diwali, Christmas, New Year
Entrance fees and Guide charges of sight seeings mentioned in the itinerary are not included

Need To Know

Weather

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Transport

A/C Vehicle Type - depends upon group size.

Documents Required for Travel

ADULT: Voters ID / Passport / Aadhar Card / Driving Licence
CHILD : Passport / Aadhar Card / School ID
INFANT: Aadhar Card/ Birth certificate
ID card, ID card type and ID card number is mandatory at time of booking, kindly carry the same ID card on tour.
For NRI and Foreign National Guests alongwith Passport, Valid Indian Visa/ OCI Card/ PIO Card is mandatory.
Carry one passport size photo.

Remarks

All meals are provided by Bharatatva in case the flight reaches the stipulated destination early morning or leaves destination late in the evening.
The tour price varies for NRI’s or foreign nationals, for more details kindly contact your travel advisor
NRIs and Foreign nationals please ensure proper identity is conveyed to booking executive at the time of booking and all details along with passport copies are handed over to the booking executive.
Standard Check-in and check-out time of hotels in India is generally 1.30 PM and 10 AM respectively.

Advanced Preparation

As everyone is becoming a frequent traveller now, we suggest that you make your own travel accessories kit to ensure a stress free holiday.
Always make sure to carry less and light luggage, use a four wheel small or medium suitcase and please make sure that you are carrying only one suitcase per person. This will ensure that you will travel smartly and without any inconveniences.
It is also recommended that you have one cross shoulder bag or haversack for your handy needs which will ensure that you are comfortable at the time of sightseeing and also easy for photography during your tour.
A smart cap/hat and sunglasses are definitely something that you should have in your kit.
Though Bharatatva provides all three meals, that is breakfast, dinner and Bharatatva treats as per the itinerary, you can carry dry snacks of your choice in small sealed packets for munching during air travel or road journeys.
If you are travelling during the monsoon or to destinations where it is rainy, please carry a small umbrella or poncho.
For international tours, please carry a universal adapter for charging your cameras and mobile phones.
Ensure that your clothing and footwear is suitable for the destination you are travelling to.

Payments & Cancellation Terms

Guests will be needed to pay an advance booking amount of Rs.10,000/- per person to raise invoice and Air/ Train Ticket Blocking/Booking.
Anu Discount/ offer Coupon Codes are to be informed before Raising the invoice.
50% Advance at the Time of booking after receiving Invoice and rest 15 Days prior to tour start date.
Any Air/ Train Bookings to be made should be paid 100% in advance
In case of offers applied with more than 40% Discount then 100% in Advance.
0% Cancellation for any land package bookings 45 Days before departure.
30% Cancellation for any land package bookings 15 Days before departure.
100% Cancellation for any land package bookings 7 Days before departure.
Cancellation of Air/ Train Tickets subject to cancellation policy of respective train/ flight operator.
Guest can pay by Cash /Online Transfer/ Cheque/ Demand Draft / Debit card / credit card.
For Debit / Credit Card payments 1.8% additional convenience charge will be applicable
All Payments to be made via Official Payment link or Bank details provided on Invoice.

Important Notes

Please confirm current Tour price, availability & Offers before booking the tour.
At the time of booking Invoice and Detailed Itinerary will be shared along with Inclusions and Exclusions.
All Flight/Train Tickets with confirmations will be shared 15 Days before departure.
Hotel Vouchers and Accommodation details will be shared 15 Days before Tour Start Date after Complete Payment.
Tour Manager Contact Details will be shared 7 Days Before Tour start Date.
Tour Manager will arrange a Video Call/ Meet 5 Days before Tour start date.
For any Customizations or additional requests are to be made at the time of booking. Bharatatva will try its best to accommodate your requests.

Tour Package Pricing Chart

Quote Date:

01/01/2023

No of People

Per Person

Budget

Deluxe

Premium

Couple

₹.51,200 /-

₹.1,02,400 /-

₹.1,61,200 /-

₹.2,45,200 /-

2 Adults 1 Child

₹.44,400 /-

₹.1,33,200 /-

₹.2,09,700 /-

₹.3,18,900 /-

2 Adults 2 Child

₹.38,400 /-

₹.1,53,600 /-

₹.2,42,000 /-

₹.3,68,000 /-

4 PAX (Adults)

₹.41,000 /-

₹.1,64,000 /-

₹.2,58,000 /-

₹.3,92,400 /-

6 PAX (Adults)

₹.39,300 /-

₹.2,35,800 /-

₹.3,70,800 /-

₹.5,64,000 /-

10 PAX (Adults)

₹.38,400 /-

₹.3,84,000 /-

₹.6,05,000 /-

₹.9,20,000 /-

10 PAX (3 Sharing)

₹.34,100 /-

₹.3,41,000 /-

₹.5,37,000 /-

₹.8,17,000 /-

1. The Tour cost may change due to Availability of Hotels / Vehicles / Season or time of travel etc.
2. Tour Pricing displayed are informative purpose only, and for reference price point as per the mentioned Itinerary Spices and Sandalwood Tour for 13 Nights / 14 Days as of today.
3. Please check with our representative for exact quote and availability.
4. The pricing is valid for travel dates after 45 days.
5. For pricing of tours within next 45 Days please contact our representative.
6. Child: 2-12 years of Age
7. Any child above 12 Years will be charged as adult
8. The tour pricing includes only land package. Any Train/Air tickets will be additional.