20 days tour

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Bangalore - Shravanabelagola - Halebid - Belur - Hassan - Srirangapatha - Mysore - Nagarahole - Wayanad - Bandipur - Ooty - Mettupalayam - Palakkad - Thrissur - Athirappilly - Thattekad - Munnar - Periyar - Alleppey - Cochin - Bangalore

 

 

Karnataka​ offers a balanced blend of natural and architectural sites. It is an open-air museum with its UNESCO-listed temples, coffee plantations, and sandalwood forests essential for religious rituals. Bangalore, the technologically advanced capital, represents the future of India.

 

Kerala , a small state surrounded by the sea and subtropical mountains, is often the favorite of travelers .This can be attributed to its stunning mountain landscapes, spice and tea plantations, beautiful tropical beaches, and serene boat rides on the backwater canals. Cities here are human-scale, the cuisine fresh and flavorful, and the hospitality courteous and caring.

 

 

Day 1: Bangalore Airport – Shravanabelagoda – Hassan     215 km - 4 h

 

Pick - up from Bangalore Airport

 

Your driver will be waiting for you upon your arrival at Bangalore Airport, and you will head towards Hassan with a stop at Shravanabelagola.

 

Shravanabelagola, home to the giant of Karnataka, is considered one of the largest monolithic stone statues in the world. 

Like a beacon, the colossus Gomateshvara appears to protect the city and guide the traveler with benevolence. A significant site of Jainism, this city of rocks and palm groves exudes tranquility.

 

Overnight stay in Hassan.

 

Day 2:  Hassan - Belur - Halebid - Hassan      90 km - 2h30 

 

Visit two architectural masterpieces of the Hoysala kings.

 

Belur was the capital of the early Hoysala empire. Its Hindu temple Chennakeshava, also known as the Vijayanarayana temple, reflects the ingenuity of the Hoysala builders.

 

A monument of stunning beauty, the Hoysaleswara temple is located in Halebid, the capital of the Hoysala empire in the 12th and 13th centuries. The richness and intricacy of the sculptures represent the accomplished style of Hoysala architecture.

 

Overnight stay in Hassan.

 

Day 3 & 4:  Hassan - Srirangapatha - Mysore      126 km - 3 h

 

Sri Ranganathaswamy temple in Srirangapatha is dedicated to Ranganatha (a reclining form of Vishnu) . It is part of a group of 5 temples located along the Cauvery River , all dedicated to this god . 

 

Mysore and its incredible palace illuminated with a thousand lights. But this city has much more to offer: a century-old flower market , Indo- Sarcenic architecture , a sanctuary to Nandi open to the four winds on Chamundi hill.

 

On Sunday evening , the palace is illuminated with several thousand bulbs between 7 p.m. and 8 p.m.,making it the highlight of the Mysore visit. (illuminated only on Sunday evenings and public holidays )

 

Mysore Palace

Devaraja market

Lalitha Mahal Palace

Saint Philomena’s Church

Chamundi Hill

 

2 Overnight in Mysore

 

Day 5 : Mysore - Nagarahole National Park      73 km - 1h30

 

A truly beautiful park with interesting safaris to hope to see tigers, leopards, bears, deers, crocodiles, elephants, wild boars, wild dogs, sambar deer, antelopes, chitals..

 

https://www.junglodges.com/resort/kabini-river-lodge/

 

 

Overnight at Nagarahole Jungle Lodge

 

Day 6 & 7 : Nagarahole National Park - Wayanad      60 km - 2 h

 

Relaxing and discovery stay in a coffee plantation in the beautiful region of Wayanad.

This stay includes a tour of the plantation with explanations of the various stages of coffee roasting .

 

https://mcafe.in/

 

Overnight stay in guest rooms at the coffee plantation.

 

Day 8 : Wayanad - Bandipur National Park    75 km - 2 h

 

Another national park to explore . It is contiguous with the Mudumalai National Park (Tamil Nadu), the Wayanad Wildlife Sanctuary (Kerala) and the Nagarahole National Park.

 

Overnight stayt in guest rooms​

 

 

Day 9: Bandipur – Ooty     55 km - 2 h

 

The Stonehouse, built in 1822, is one of the architectural treasures of the city, and Saint Stephen's Church are remnants of the time when India was an British colony .

Other interesting sites include the French-style botanical gardens , and the city's contemporary art collection .

 

Overnight stay in Ooty

 

Day 10 : Ooty – Mettupalayam     51 km - 1h45

 

Small steam train (Toy Train) in the Nilgiris mountains - Ooty - Mettupalayam 3h30

 

 

Overnight stay in Mettupalayam

 

Day 11: Mettupalayam – Palakkad       90 km - 2h15

 

The Palakkad region is a major rural rice-growing area in the state of Kerala. It's a relaxing stopover in a beautiful guesthouse. Places to visit include Palakkad Fort or Tipu's Fort, the Malampuzha Dam, and Gardens. Palakkad is famous for its Silent Valley National Park, which houses a diverse range of flora and fauna. Nature enthusiasts will be delighted.

 

Overnight stay in a lovely villa - Serenity Villa.

 

Day 12: Palakkad - Thrissur - Athirappilly Waterfalls     126 km - 3 h

 

Thrissur is considered the cultural capital of Kerala, a beautuful coastal region in southwestern India , whose history is deeply intertwined with spice markets .

 

The Vadakkunnathan temple dedicated to Shiva is a famous place in this city .

 

Visit Athirappilly waterfalls​

 

Overnight stay in Athirappilly

 

Day 13 & 14: Athirappilly Waterfalls - Thattekad      70 km - 2 h

 

Thattekad (bird sanctuary)

 

Located on the banks of the Edamalayar River with stunning views of the lush jungle and river, Birds Murmur Camp is a haven for nature lovers and wildlife enthusiasts. With only 8 well-appointed tents, you can enjoy nature in comfort. It's an ideal place to explore the famous Salim Ali Bird Sanctuary, locally known as the Thattekad Bird Sanctuary. Thattekad Bird Sanctuary is considered one of the best bird sanctuaries in India as it is home to a wide variety of bird species. A team of naturalists will guide and advise you for a successful visit.

 

Opportunities for kayaking, river rafting, and cycling.

 

Overnight stay in a comfortable tent with its own private bathroom.

 

Overnight stay in Thattekad: Birds Murmure Camp     https://www.birdsmurmurcamp.com/about.php

 

Day 15 : Thattekad - Munnar    70 km - 2 h

 

A small hill station, at an altitude of 1524m , Munnar is located in the middle of the most spectacular mountainous landscape in southern India .

 

Munnar is calm Kerala. It is a place of rejuvenation and hiking .

Visit around Munnar with very beautiful views and observation of elephants in total freedom in Anakulam.

In the evening Kathakali show which is between dance and theater or Ayurvedic massages

 

Overnight stay in Munnar

 

Day 16 : Munnar

 

We can reserve a guide for a hike in the plantations (guide required).

• 12 km hike from 7:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.​ with breakfast and water.

Or

• 24 km hike from 7:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. with breakfast , lunch and water.

Following the half-day hike, we offer a cooking class - purchasing the necessary ingredients from the local market, meal preparation, and tasting. To conclude this busy day, there's an opportunity for tea tasting with explanations of different production techniques.

 

Sightseeing around Munnar with beautiful viewpoints and observing elephants in total freedom at Anakulam.

 

Overnight stay in Munnar

 

Day 17 : Munnar – Periyar    90 km - 3 h

 

Periyar National Park https://thekkady.org/?page_id=879 

 

• spice plantations .
• Activities around the elephant ( bath , food, training , etc. ) .
• Show of Kalarippayatt Kéralese martial art
• Boat trip on the lake

 

Overnight stay in Thekkady

 

Day 18 : Periyar – Alleppey       130 km - 4 h

 

To explore the intertwoven canals between sea and land we propose a night on a Houseboat .

An unforgettable experience from 12 p.m. to 9 a.m. the next morning. We can arrange this service for you as there is no website, the boat os owned by a small independent owner . Private boat .

 

Cooking class on the houseboat.

 

Overnight stay on the houseboat

 

Day 19: Alleppey - Fort Cochin    60 km - 1h30

 

Visit the old neighborhoods, the Paradesi Synagogue , the Basilica of the Holy Cross , the Saint-François Church , the Ernakulam Folklore Museum, the Mattancherry Palace .

Chinese fishing nets to visit at the end of the afternoon before a meal by the sea.

 

Overnight in Fort Cochin

 

Day 20: Fort Cochin - Cochin Airport    40 km - 1h30

 

Transfer to Cochin airport for an internal Cochin Bangalore flight .