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Balanced. Two full temple days split around midday closures; the second ends with your flight.

Starts and ends in Trichy.

Where you stay

• Thanjavur 2 nights

Day by day

1. Day 1 Arrive Trichy; to Thanjavur (about 50 km); the Big Temple in the late-afternoon session
2. Day 2 Darasuram, the Kumbakonam temples and Gangaikonda Cholapuram; back to Thanjavur (a loop of about 3–4 h of driving)
3. Day 3 Thanjavur palace and Saraswati Mahal library; Srirangam and the Rock Fort at Trichy; Trichy airport

Highlights

Brihadeeswarar (Big Temple), Darasuram, Gangaikonda Cholapuram, Srirangam. Suits heritage lovers, couples, short stopovers.

Good to know

Pickup

Your pickup at Tiruchirappalli (Trichy) International Airport is arranged with a suitable vehicle, sent from another city or provided through a local partner, and confirmed in your quotation.

Temples

Temples close for part of the day, so sightseeing is planned around their hours. Access and photography rules vary by temple and can change.

Season

Hot April–June; north-east monsoon rain October–December.

Make it yours

A private, customisable trip planned around your preferred dates, subject to availability: stops, pace and hotels can change. Choose vehicle and driver only, or vehicle, driver and hotels; your quotation lists exactly what is included. Local site guides can be arranged on request where available; your chauffeur is not a guide.

Other lengths 3 nights: add a Kumbakonam night, or a night by the sea at Tranquebar

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Trip reference TN-03. Quote it when you call +91 96696 69360.

Balanced. A short break with about 5 h on the road each way and early safari starts.

Starts and ends in Bengaluru.

Where you stay

• Kabini 2 nights

Day by day

1. Day 1 Leave Bengaluru about 07:00 for Kabini (about 5 h) to arrive for lunch; afternoon Forest Department safari or boat outing
2. Day 2 Morning and afternoon safaris: shared Forest Department safari vehicles or boat, as allocated
3. Day 3 A last early safari or a birding walk; back to Bengaluru (about 5 h)

Highlights

Kabini backwaters, Nagarhole forest, Birdlife. Suits wildlife enthusiasts, families, photographers.

Good to know

Arrival day

Day 1 includes about 4.5–5.5 h on the road after pickup, so a morning start or arrival works best.

Last day

The last day includes about 4.5–5.5 h on the road to Bengaluru; an afternoon or evening flight (or a night in the city) works best.

Safaris

Safaris are shared Forest Department outings booked through your lodge; private safaris are not permitted. Seats are limited, so we confirm them before confirming your trip, and young children (under 2, or under 3 at some lodges) cannot join. Wildlife sightings are never guaranteed.

Season

Heavy rain in July–August.

Make it yours

A private, customisable trip planned around your preferred dates, subject to availability: stops, pace and hotels can change. Choose vehicle and driver only, or vehicle, driver and hotels; your quotation lists exactly what is included.

Other lengths 1 night: one afternoon and one morning safari · 3 nights: more safaris, or Mysuru 1 + Kabini 2

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Trip reference KA-09. Quote it when you call +91 96696 69360.

Relaxed. One hotel for both nights; about 3.5–4 h on the road each way.

Starts and ends in Madurai.

Where you stay

• Kodaikanal 2 nights

Day by day

1. Day 1 Madurai to Kodaikanal (about 3.5–4 h) past Silver Cascade; the lake at dusk
2. Day 2 Coaker's Walk, Pillar Rocks, Green Valley view and Bryant Park; Berijam lake where a Forest Department permit is issued
3. Day 3 Down to Madurai (about 3.5–4 h); Meenakshi temple before an evening flight

Highlights

Kodaikanal lake, Coaker's Walk, Pillar Rocks. Suits couples, families.

Good to know

Arrival day

Day 1 includes about 3.5–4 h on the road after pickup, so a morning start or arrival works best.

Last day

The last day includes about 3.5–4 h on the road to Madurai; an afternoon or evening flight (or a night in the city) works best.

Vehicle e-pass

Vehicles entering Kodaikanal need a Tamil Nadu e-pass. Required vehicle e-passes and applicable entry conditions are checked for your travel dates. We confirm the arrangements and responsibilities in your quotation. Daily vehicle limits can apply (usually April–June), so entry on a particular day cannot be assumed. Kodaikanal does not allow plastic bottles under 5 litres.

Temples

Temples close for part of the day, so sightseeing is planned around their hours. Access and photography rules vary by temple and can change.

Season

North-east monsoon October–December; peak crowds April–June.

Make it yours

A private, customisable trip planned around your preferred dates, subject to availability: stops, pace and hotels can change. Choose vehicle and driver only, or vehicle, driver and hotels; your quotation lists exactly what is included.

Other lengths 3 nights: Kodaikanal 3, or Madurai 1 + Kodaikanal 2 · quieter variant: a Palani Hills estate stay

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Balanced. Two one-night stops with 3–4 h drives; an optional early-morning darshan on Day 3.

Starts and ends in Madurai.

Where you stay

• Madurai 1 night
• Rameswaram 1 night

Day by day

1. Day 1 Arrive Madurai; Meenakshi temple and Thirumalai Nayak palace; the evening ceremony
2. Day 2 To Rameswaram (about 3–4 h) across the Pamban bridge; Ramanathaswamy temple in the afternoon session; Kalam memorial
3. Day 3 Optional early-morning darshan and the temple wells; Dhanushkodi in daylight, weather permitting; back to Madurai (about 3–4 h)

Highlights

Meenakshi temple, Pamban bridge, Ramanathaswamy corridors, Dhanushkodi. Suits temple and spiritual travellers, families, seniors.

Good to know

Last day

The last day includes about 3–4 h on the road to Madurai; an afternoon or evening flight (or a night in the city) works best.

Boats and ferries

The Dhanushkodi road is closed by police in rough seas. We plan an alternative if a sight or boat is not available.

Temples

Temples close for part of the day, so sightseeing is planned around their hours. Entry to the inner sanctum may be limited to Hindus. Access and photography rules vary by temple and can change.

Season

North-east monsoon October–December; holiday crowds on the Dhanushkodi road.

Make it yours

A private, customisable trip planned around your preferred dates, subject to availability: stops, pace and hotels can change. Choose vehicle and driver only, or vehicle, driver and hotels; your quotation lists exactly what is included. Local site guides can be arranged on request where available; your chauffeur is not a guide. Special darshan or temple rituals can be requested; where a temple offers them, they are arranged with the temple office and any charges are shown in your quotation.

Other lengths 2 nights: Rameswaram 2 · 3 nights: Rameswaram 2 + Madurai 1

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Relaxed. One hotel for both nights; about 3–4.5 h on the road each way.

Starts and ends in Bengaluru.

Where you stay

• Mysuru 2 nights

Day by day

1. Day 1 Bengaluru to Mysuru (about 3–3.5 h) via Srirangapatna: the fort, Daria Daulat, the Gumbaz and the Ranganathaswamy temple
2. Day 2 Mysuru Palace, Chamundi Hill and Devaraja market; Brindavan gardens in the evening
3. Day 3 The Hoysala temple at Somanathapura on the way back to Bengaluru (about 4 h with the stop)

Highlights

Mysuru Palace, Srirangapatna, Somanathapura. Suits families, couples, seniors, short stopovers.

Good to know

Arrival day

Day 1 includes about 3–3.5 h on the road after pickup, so a morning start or arrival works best.

Last day

The last day includes about 3.5–4.5 h on the road to Bengaluru; an afternoon or evening flight (or a night in the city) works best.

Temples

Temples close for part of the day, so sightseeing is planned around their hours. Access and photography rules vary by temple and can change.

Closing days

Mysuru Zoo closes on Tuesdays.

Season

Dasara (September–October) is busy, and hotels fill early.

Make it yours

A private, customisable trip planned around your preferred dates, subject to availability: stops, pace and hotels can change. Choose vehicle and driver only, or vehicle, driver and hotels; your quotation lists exactly what is included. Local site guides can be arranged on request where available; your chauffeur is not a guide.

Other lengths 1 night: Srirangapatna and the palace in one long day · 3 nights: add a Somanathapura, Talakadu and Shivanasamudra day

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Trip reference KA-07. Quote it when you call +91 96696 69360.

Relaxed. One hotel for both nights; about 2.5–3 h on the road each way.

Starts and ends in Coimbatore.

Where you stay

• Ooty 2 nights

Day by day

1. Day 1 Coimbatore to Ooty (about 2.5–3 h) by the Mettupalayam–Coonoor ghat; Botanical Garden and the lake
2. Day 2 Toy train from Ooty to Coonoor if seats are available, with the car following; Sim's Park, Dolphin's Nose and a tea estate
3. Day 3 Doddabetta in the morning; down to Coimbatore airport (about 2.5–3 h)

Highlights

Nilgiri toy train, Coonoor tea estates, Doddabetta. Suits families, couples, seniors.

Good to know

Pickup

Your pickup in Coimbatore is arranged through our partner network and confirmed in your quotation.

Last day

The last day includes about 2.5–3 h on the road to Coimbatore; an afternoon or evening flight (or a night in the city) works best.

Vehicle e-pass

Vehicles entering the Nilgiris (Ooty) need a Tamil Nadu e-pass. Required vehicle e-passes and applicable entry conditions are checked for your travel dates. We confirm the arrangements and responsibilities in your quotation. Daily vehicle limits can apply (usually April–June), so entry on a particular day cannot be assumed.

Hill roads

Ooty is reached by the Coonoor or Gudalur roads; the steep Kallatti ghat is not used.

Toy train

Toy-train seats are limited and the line can stop after landslides; the car follows by road as the backup.

Season

Monsoon landslides can stop the toy train; weekend traffic in season.

Make it yours

A private, customisable trip planned around your preferred dates, subject to availability: stops, pace and hotels can change. Choose vehicle and driver only, or vehicle, driver and hotels; your quotation lists exactly what is included.

Other lengths 3 nights: Ooty 2 + Coonoor 1, or Ooty 3

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Trip reference TN-08. Quote it when you call +91 96696 69360.

Relaxed. One hotel for both nights; 2–3 h on the road each way.

Starts and ends in Kozhikode.

Where you stay

• Wayanad 2 nights

Day by day

1. Day 1 Kozhikode to Wayanad (about 2–3 h) via Lakkidi viewpoint and Pookode lake
2. Day 2 Edakkal caves and Banasura Sagar (several sights close on Mondays)
3. Day 3 Wayanad to Kozhikode (about 2–3 h); Kozhikode beach if time allows

Highlights

Edakkal caves, Banasura Sagar, Plantations. Suits families, nature lovers.

Good to know

Pickup

Your pickup in Kozhikode is arranged through our partner network and confirmed in your quotation.

Last day

The last day includes about 2–3 h on the road to Kozhikode; an afternoon or evening flight (or a night in the city) works best.

Hill roads

The ghat roads into Wayanad, including the Thamarassery ghat from Kozhikode, can see long delays from roadworks, heavy rain and peak traffic; transfers are planned around current road conditions, so drive times are a guide only.

Closing days

Several Wayanad sights close on Mondays.

Season

Check access to sights near Meppadi after the 2024 landslides; Forest Department jeep safaris can be suspended.

Make it yours

A private, customisable trip planned around your preferred dates, subject to availability: stops, pace and hotels can change. Choose vehicle and driver only, or vehicle, driver and hotels; your quotation lists exactly what is included.

Other lengths 3 nights: add a Tholpetty or Muthanga Forest Department safari and Thirunelli

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Balanced. Three nights in Hampi between two 6–7 h drives with early starts.

Starts and ends in Bengaluru.

Where you stay

• Hampi 3 nights

Day by day

1. Day 1 Bengaluru to Hampi (about 6–7 hours)
2. Day 2 Hampi: royal centre
3. Day 3 Hampi: Vittala temple and the river
4. Day 4 Hampi to Bengaluru

The journey page has the full day-by-day detail, hotels and FAQs.

Highlights

Vittala temple, Virupaksha temple, Tungabhadra riverside. Suits heritage lovers, couples.

Good to know

Arrival day

Both drives are 6–7 h with early starts; the 2-night version needs a one-way regional flight.

Temples

Temples close for part of the day, so sightseeing is planned around their hours. Access and photography rules vary by temple and can change.

Season

Hot from March to May.

Make it yours

A private, customisable trip planned around your preferred dates, subject to availability: stops, pace and hotels can change. Choose vehicle and driver only, or vehicle, driver and hotels; your quotation lists exactly what is included. Local site guides can be arranged on request where available; your chauffeur is not a guide.

Other lengths 2 nights: with a one-way regional flight · 4 nights: a slower pace or a Lakkundi day trip

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Balanced. One hotel for three nights, but about 5 h on the road each way, with an early start and temple stops on Day 1.

Starts and ends in Bengaluru.

Where you stay

• Chikkamagaluru 3 nights

Day by day

1. Day 1 Early start from Bengaluru; Shravanabelagola (optional) and Belur on the way to Chikkamagaluru (about 4.5–5.5 h of driving plus stops)
2. Day 2 Coffee estate walk; the Mullayanagiri and Baba Budangiri ridge, or Kemmangundi and Hebbe Falls
3. Day 3 Halebidu and Belavadi; or Sringeri, or the Bhadra reservoir
4. Day 4 Back to Bengaluru (about 4.5–5.5 h)

Highlights

Belur and Halebidu, Coffee estates, Mullayanagiri ridge. Suits couples, families, heritage lovers.

Good to know

Arrival day

Day 1 includes about 4.5–5.5 h on the road after pickup, so a morning start or arrival works best.

Last day

The last day includes about 4.5–5.5 h on the road to Bengaluru; an afternoon or evening flight (or a night in the city) works best.

Hill roads

The Mullayanagiri ridge road may need a timed vehicle slot, takes only smaller vehicles near the top and closes on red-alert days.

Temples

Temples close for part of the day, so sightseeing is planned around their hours. Access and photography rules vary by temple and can change.

Season

Very wet June–September; hill roads can close after heavy rain.

Make it yours

A private, customisable trip planned around your preferred dates, subject to availability: stops, pace and hotels can change. Choose vehicle and driver only, or vehicle, driver and hotels; your quotation lists exactly what is included. Local site guides can be arranged on request where available; your chauffeur is not a guide.

Other lengths 2 nights: Belur and Halebidu on the two drive days

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Trip reference KA-08. Quote it when you call +91 96696 69360.

Relaxed. Drives of under 3 h and two nights in Kovalam.

Starts and ends in Thiruvananthapuram.

Where you stay

• Kanyakumari 1 night
• Kovalam 2 nights

Day by day

1. Day 1 Thiruvananthapuram to Kanyakumari (about 2.5 h) via Padmanabhapuram Palace; sunset
2. Day 2 Kanyakumari sunrise; Vivekananda Rock ferry, weather permitting; to Kovalam (about 2 h)
3. Day 3 Kovalam beach; Poovar backwaters
4. Day 4 Thiruvananthapuram city; airport

Highlights

Kanyakumari sunrise, Kovalam, Padmanabhapuram Palace. Suits couples, families.

Good to know

Pickup

Your pickup in Thiruvananthapuram is arranged through our partner network and confirmed in your quotation.

Boats and ferries

The Vivekananda Rock ferry runs only in fair weather. We plan an alternative if a sight or boat is not available.

Temples

Temples close for part of the day, so sightseeing is planned around their hours. The Padmanabhaswamy temple shrine is open to Hindus only. Access and photography rules vary by temple and can change.

Interstate travel

The vehicle crosses state borders; interstate permit and tax charges are shown in your quotation.

Season

South-west monsoon on the coast June–September.

Make it yours

A private, customisable trip planned around your preferred dates, subject to availability: stops, pace and hotels can change. Choose vehicle and driver only, or vehicle, driver and hotels; your quotation lists exactly what is included. Local site guides can be arranged on request where available; your chauffeur is not a guide.

Other lengths 2 nights: Kovalam or Varkala only · 3 nights: Varkala 1 instead of Kanyakumari · 4 nights: Varkala 2 + Kovalam 2

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Fast-paced. One-night stops and a 6–7 h coastal drive with an early start on Day 3. Suitable for travellers comfortable with longer sightseeing days.

Starts in Madurai, ends in Thiruvananthapuram. Can also start in Thiruvananthapuram (route reversed).

Where you stay

• Madurai 1 night
• Rameswaram 1 night
• Kanyakumari 1 night

Day by day

1. Day 1 Arrive Madurai; Meenakshi temple and the Nayak palace; the evening ceremony
2. Day 2 To Rameswaram (about 3–4 h); Ramanathaswamy temple in the afternoon session
3. Day 3 Early start down the coast to Kanyakumari (about 6–7 h), Tiruchendur optional; sunset at the tip
4. Day 4 Sunrise; Vivekananda Rock and the glass bridge by ferry, weather permitting; Suchindram; Thiruvananthapuram airport (about 2.5–3 h)

Highlights

Meenakshi temple, Rameswaram, Kanyakumari sunrise, Vivekananda Rock. Suits pilgrims, families, first-time visitors.

Good to know

Flights

Starts in Madurai and ends in Thiruvananthapuram: plan flights into Madurai and out of Thiruvananthapuram.

Long day

Day 3 is a long transfer of about 6–7 h (Rameswaram to Kanyakumari).

Last day

The last day includes about 2.5–3 h on the road to Thiruvananthapuram; an afternoon or evening flight (or a night in the city) works best.

Boats and ferries

The Vivekananda Rock ferry runs only in fair weather. We plan an alternative if a sight or boat is not available.

Temples

Temples close for part of the day, so sightseeing is planned around their hours. Access and photography rules vary by temple and can change.

Interstate travel

The vehicle crosses state borders; interstate permit and tax charges are shown in your quotation.

Season

North-east monsoon October–December; holiday crowds at Rameswaram and Kanyakumari.

Make it yours

A private, customisable trip planned around your preferred dates, subject to availability: stops, pace and hotels can change. Choose vehicle and driver only, or vehicle, driver and hotels; your quotation lists exactly what is included. Local site guides can be arranged on request where available; your chauffeur is not a guide.

Other lengths 2 nights: a faster version with a very early temple start, ending at Thiruvananthapuram · 5 nights: Madurai 2, Rameswaram 1, Kanyakumari 2 · 6 nights: two nights in each

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Trip reference TN-07. Quote it when you call +91 96696 69360.

Relaxed. Two nights in Munnar; about 4 h on the road each way.

Starts and ends in Kochi.

Where you stay

• Fort Kochi 1 night
• Munnar 2 nights

Day by day

1. Day 1 Arrive Kochi; Fort Kochi walk and the Chinese fishing nets
2. Day 2 Kochi to Munnar (about 4–4.5 h) past the Cheeyappara and Valara falls
3. Day 3 Munnar: Eravikulam National Park, tea museum, Mattupetty
4. Day 4 Munnar to Kochi airport (about 3.5–4 h)

Highlights

Munnar tea estates, Eravikulam (Nilgiri tahr), Fort Kochi. Suits couples, families, short stopovers.

Good to know

Last day

The last day includes about 3.5–4 h on the road to Kochi; an afternoon or evening flight (or a night in the city) works best.

Eravikulam

Eravikulam National Park closes for the Nilgiri tahr calving season (about February–March); other Munnar sights replace it then.

Season

Monsoon June–September.

Make it yours

A private, customisable trip planned around your preferred dates, subject to availability: stops, pace and hotels can change. Choose vehicle and driver only, or vehicle, driver and hotels; your quotation lists exactly what is included.

Other lengths 2 nights: Munnar only · 3 nights in Munnar, or via the Athirappilly falls on the way up (a 5-hour driving day)

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Trip reference KL-04. Quote it when you call +91 96696 69360.

Fast-paced. Two long driving days (about 5 h, then 6.5–8 h back to Bengaluru). Suitable for travellers comfortable with longer days on the road; ending at Coimbatore airport instead cuts the last day to 2.5–3 h.

Starts and ends in Bengaluru.

Where you stay

• Mysuru 1 night
• Ooty 2 nights

Day by day

1. Day 1 Bengaluru to Mysuru (about 3–3.5 h) via Srirangapatna; Mysuru Palace
2. Day 2 Chamundi Hill; to Ooty (about 4.5–5 h) through Bandipur and Mudumalai, in daylight
3. Day 3 Ooty and Coonoor: Doddabetta, gardens, tea estates; toy train if seats are available
4. Day 4 Ooty to Bengaluru (about 6.5–8 h), or to Coimbatore airport (about 2.5–3 h)

Highlights

Mysuru Palace, Bandipur–Mudumalai forest road, Ooty and Coonoor. Suits families, couples.

Good to know

Arrival day

Day 1 includes about 3–3.5 h on the road after pickup, so a morning start or arrival works best.

Last day

The last day is 6.5–8 h back to Bengaluru; ending at Coimbatore airport instead takes about 2.5–3 h.

Forest roads

The forest roads through Bandipur and Mudumalai are closed to traffic from 21:00 to 06:00, so these stretches are driven by day.

Vehicle e-pass

Vehicles entering the Nilgiris (Ooty) need a Tamil Nadu e-pass. Required vehicle e-passes and applicable entry conditions are checked for your travel dates. We confirm the arrangements and responsibilities in your quotation. Daily vehicle limits can apply (usually April–June), so entry on a particular day cannot be assumed.

Hill roads

Ooty is reached by the Coonoor or Gudalur roads; the steep Kallatti ghat is not used.

Toy train

Toy-train seats are limited and the line can stop after landslides; the car follows by road as the backup.

Interstate travel

The vehicle crosses state borders; interstate permit and tax charges are shown in your quotation.

Season

Peak crowds April–June.

Make it yours

A private, customisable trip planned around your preferred dates, subject to availability: stops, pace and hotels can change. Choose vehicle and driver only, or vehicle, driver and hotels; your quotation lists exactly what is included. Local site guides can be arranged on request where available; your chauffeur is not a guide.

Other lengths 4 nights: two nights in Mysuru, or end at Coimbatore airport

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Trip reference MS-06. Quote it when you call +91 96696 69360.

Relaxed. Drives of about 3–3.5 h and two nights in Wayanad.

Starts in Bengaluru, ends in Kozhikode.

Where you stay

• Mysuru 1 night
• Wayanad 2 nights

Day by day

1. Day 1 Bengaluru to Mysuru (about 3–3.5 h); palace
2. Day 2 Mysuru to Wayanad (about 3 h) through Bandipur, daytime only
3. Day 3 Wayanad sights
4. Day 4 To Kozhikode airport (about 2.5–3.5 h) or back to Bengaluru (about 6–7 h)

Highlights

Mysuru Palace, Wayanad. Suits families, couples.

Good to know

Flights

Starts in Bengaluru and ends in Kozhikode: plan flights into Bengaluru and out of Kozhikode.

Arrival day

Day 1 includes about 3–3.5 h on the road after pickup, so a morning start or arrival works best.

Last day

The last day includes about 2.5–3.5 h on the road to Kozhikode; an afternoon or evening flight (or a night in the city) works best.

Forest roads

The forest roads through Bandipur and Mudumalai are closed to traffic from 21:00 to 06:00, so these stretches are driven by day.

Hill roads

The ghat roads into Wayanad, including the Thamarassery ghat from Kozhikode, can see long delays from roadworks, heavy rain and peak traffic; transfers are planned around current road conditions, so drive times are a guide only.

Closing days

Several Wayanad sights close on Mondays.

Interstate travel

The vehicle crosses state borders; interstate permit and tax charges are shown in your quotation.

Season

Monsoon June–September.

Make it yours

A private, customisable trip planned around your preferred dates, subject to availability: stops, pace and hotels can change. Choose vehicle and driver only, or vehicle, driver and hotels; your quotation lists exactly what is included. Local site guides can be arranged on request where available; your chauffeur is not a guide.

Other lengths 2 nights: Wayanad only, direct from Bengaluru (about 6 h each way) · 4 nights: add a Kozhikode night

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Trip reference MS-10. Quote it when you call +91 96696 69360.

Balanced. Two full temple days with many shrines, planned around temple hours.

Starts and ends in Trichy. Can also start in Chennai.

Where you stay

• Kumbakonam 2 nights
• Thanjavur 1 night

Day by day

1. Day 1 Arrive Trichy; to Kumbakonam (about 2 h); evening at the Kumbakonam temples
2. Day 2 Shrines to the east: Vaitheeswaran Koil, Thiruvenkadu, Keezhaperumpallam, Thirunallar and Alangudi
3. Day 3 Thingalur, Thirunageswaram, Suriyanar Koil and Kanjanur; to Thanjavur
4. Day 4 The Big Temple in the morning session; Trichy airport

Highlights

All nine Navagraha shrines, Kumbakonam, Thanjavur Big Temple. Suits temple and spiritual travellers, families.

Good to know

Pickup

Your pickup at Tiruchirappalli (Trichy) International Airport is arranged with a suitable vehicle, sent from another city or provided through a local partner, and confirmed in your quotation.

Temples

Temples close for part of the day, so sightseeing is planned around their hours. Access and photography rules vary by temple and can change.

Season

Festival days bring long queues; north-east monsoon October–December.

Make it yours

A private, customisable trip planned around your preferred dates, subject to availability: stops, pace and hotels can change. Choose vehicle and driver only, or vehicle, driver and hotels; your quotation lists exactly what is included. Local site guides can be arranged on request where available; your chauffeur is not a guide. Special darshan or temple rituals can be requested; where a temple offers them, they are arranged with the temple office and any charges are shown in your quotation.

Other lengths 2 nights: Kumbakonam 2, all nine shrines in two full days · 4 nights: from Chennai, with a Chidambaram or Pondicherry night on the way

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Trip reference TN-04. Quote it when you call +91 96696 69360.

Relaxed. Short transfers of under 2 h, ending with two nights on the beach.

Starts and ends in Kochi.

Where you stay

• Kumarakom 1 night
• Houseboat or lakeside resort 1 night
• Marari 2 nights

Day by day

1. Day 1 Arrive Kochi, to Kumarakom
2. Day 2 Houseboat or lakeside resort
3. Day 3 Backwaters to Marari beach
4. Day 4 Marari
5. Day 5 Depart Kochi

The journey page has the full day-by-day detail, hotels and FAQs.

Highlights

Vembanad backwaters, Houseboat night, Marari beach. Suits couples, families with young children, seniors.

Good to know

Houseboat

Houseboats board around midday and stay moored at night, so the day before is planned to reach the jetty in time. Boat category, meals and other inclusions are as stated in your quotation.

Season

Monsoon June–September.

Make it yours

A private, customisable trip planned around your preferred dates, subject to availability: stops, pace and hotels can change. Choose vehicle and driver only, or vehicle, driver and hotels; your quotation lists exactly what is included.

Other lengths 2 nights: backwaters only · 3 nights: one beach night · 5 nights: ends at Varkala or Kovalam, flying from Thiruvananthapuram

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Relaxed. Two nights in each stop; drives of under 3.5 h.

Starts and ends in Chennai.

Where you stay

• Mahabalipuram 2 nights
• Pondicherry 2 nights

Day by day

1. Day 1 Arrive Chennai, to Mahabalipuram
2. Day 2 Shore Temple, Five Rathas, Arjuna's Penance
3. Day 3 To Pondicherry
4. Day 4 French Quarter, Auroville
5. Day 5 To Chennai

The journey page has the full day-by-day detail, hotels and FAQs.

Highlights

Mahabalipuram monuments, Pondicherry French Quarter, Auroville. Suits couples, families, seniors.

Good to know

Last day

The last day includes about 3–3.5 h on the road to Chennai; an afternoon or evening flight (or a night in the city) works best.

Temples

Temples close for part of the day, so sightseeing is planned around their hours. Access and photography rules vary by temple and can change.

Matrimandir

The Matrimandir inner chamber needs a personal booking at least 5 working days ahead; otherwise you visit the viewing point.

Season

North-east monsoon rain October–early December.

Make it yours

A private, customisable trip planned around your preferred dates, subject to availability: stops, pace and hotels can change. Choose vehicle and driver only, or vehicle, driver and hotels; your quotation lists exactly what is included. Local site guides can be arranged on request where available; your chauffeur is not a guide.

Other lengths 2 nights: one night in each · 3 nights · 6 nights: continue to Thanjavur and fly out of Trichy

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Relaxed. Two nights in each stop; the last day is a 5–6 h drive back to Bengaluru.

Starts and ends in Bengaluru.

Where you stay

• Mysuru 2 nights
• Coorg 2 nights

Day by day

1. Day 1 Bengaluru to Mysuru, Srirangapatna on the way
2. Day 2 Mysuru Palace, Chamundi Hill
3. Day 3 Mysuru to Coorg
4. Day 4 Coorg estates, Abbey Falls or Raja's Seat
5. Day 5 Coorg to Bengaluru

The journey page has the full day-by-day detail, hotels and FAQs.

Highlights

Mysuru Palace, Coorg coffee estates, Srirangapatna. Suits families, couples, first-time visitors.

Good to know

Arrival day

Day 1 includes about 3–3.5 h on the road after pickup, so a morning start or arrival works best.

Last day

The last day includes about 5–6 h on the road to Bengaluru; an afternoon or evening flight (or a night in the city) works best.

Season

Coorg is very wet in the monsoon (June–September).

Make it yours

A private, customisable trip planned around your preferred dates, subject to availability: stops, pace and hotels can change. Choose vehicle and driver only, or vehicle, driver and hotels; your quotation lists exactly what is included. Local site guides can be arranged on request where available; your chauffeur is not a guide.

Other lengths 3 nights: one night in Mysuru · 5 nights: a third night in Coorg or Mysuru

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Relaxed. Two nights in each base; drives of under 3.5 h.

Starts in Madurai, ends in Trichy.

Where you stay

• Chettinad 2 nights
• Thanjavur 2 nights

Day by day

1. Day 1 Arrive Madurai; the Meenakshi temple, timed around its midday closure; to Chettinad (about 2 h)
2. Day 2 Chettinad mansions, the Athangudi tile workshop, village temples and crafts
3. Day 3 To Thanjavur (about 2.5–3.5 h); the Big Temple in the late-afternoon session
4. Day 4 Thanjavur palace and Saraswati Mahal library; Darasuram in the afternoon
5. Day 5 Srirangam and the Rock Fort on the way to Trichy (about 1–1.5 h); Trichy airport

Highlights

Meenakshi temple, Chettinad mansions, Brihadeeswarar, Darasuram, Srirangam. Suits heritage lovers, couples, seniors.

Good to know

Flights

Starts in Madurai and ends in Trichy: plan flights into Madurai and out of Trichy.

Temples

Temples close for part of the day, so sightseeing is planned around their hours. Access and photography rules vary by temple and can change.

Chettinad mansions

Many Chettinad mansions are private homes; visits are arranged through your heritage hotel or a local guide and depend on the owners.

Season

Hot April–June.

Make it yours

A private, customisable trip planned around your preferred dates, subject to availability: stops, pace and hotels can change. Choose vehicle and driver only, or vehicle, driver and hotels; your quotation lists exactly what is included. Local site guides can be arranged on request where available; your chauffeur is not a guide.

Other lengths 3 nights: Chettinad 2 + Thanjavur 1 · 5 nights: add a Madurai night

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Relaxed. Two nights in each base; the last day is a 3–4.5 h drive to Goa airport.

Starts in Mangaluru, ends in Goa.

Where you stay

• Udupi 2 nights
• Gokarna 2 nights

Day by day

1. Day 1 Arrive Mangaluru; to Udupi (about 1.25–1.5 h); Sri Krishna temple and Car Street
2. Day 2 Malpe beach and the St Mary's Island boat in fair weather, or the Kollur Mookambika temple
3. Day 3 North along the coast to Gokarna (about 3.5–4.5 h of driving) with a stop at Murudeshwar
4. Day 4 Gokarna: Mahabaleshwar temple; Om and Kudle beaches
5. Day 5 To Goa airport (Dabolim about 3–3.5 h; Mopa about 3.5–4.5 h)

Highlights

Udupi Krishna temple, St Mary's Island, Murudeshwar, Gokarna beaches. Suits couples, families, pilgrims.

Good to know

Flights

Starts in Mangaluru and ends with a drop at Goa airport (Dabolim or Mopa): plan flights into Mangaluru and out of Goa. The airport, timing, vehicle arrangements and interstate charges are confirmed in your quotation.

Pickup

Your pickup at Mangaluru airport is arranged with a suitable vehicle, sent from another city or provided through a local partner, and confirmed in your quotation.

Last day

The last day includes about 3–4.5 h on the road to Goa; an afternoon or evening flight (or a night in the city) works best.

Boats and ferries

Boats to St Mary's Island run only in fair weather. We plan an alternative if a sight or boat is not available.

Temples

Temples close for part of the day, so sightseeing is planned around their hours. Some coastal temples have strict dress codes (men may be asked to remove shirts). Access and photography rules vary by temple and can change.

Interstate travel

The vehicle crosses state borders; interstate permit and tax charges are shown in your quotation.

Season

The monsoon (June–September) closes beaches and island boats.

Make it yours

A private, customisable trip planned around your preferred dates, subject to availability: stops, pace and hotels can change. Choose vehicle and driver only, or vehicle, driver and hotels; your quotation lists exactly what is included. Local site guides can be arranged on request where available; your chauffeur is not a guide.

Other lengths 3 nights: Udupi 2 + Gokarna 1 · 5 nights: Mangaluru 1 + Udupi 2 + Gokarna 2, or Jog Falls in season

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Relaxed. Two nights in each base; a 4–5 h ghat drive on Day 3.

Starts in Bengaluru, ends in Mangaluru.

Where you stay

• Chikkamagaluru 2 nights
• Udupi 2 nights

Day by day

1. Day 1 Bengaluru to Chikkamagaluru (about 4.5–5.5 h) via Belur
2. Day 2 Halebidu; a coffee estate or the Mullayanagiri ridge
3. Day 3 Over the Western Ghats to Udupi via Sringeri and the Agumbe ghat (about 4–5 h of driving)
4. Day 4 Udupi: Krishna temple, Malpe beach and St Mary's Island in fair weather
5. Day 5 Mangaluru airport (about 1.5 h)

Highlights

Belur and Halebidu, Coffee estates, Sringeri, Udupi. Suits couples, families, pilgrims.

Good to know

Flights

Starts in Bengaluru and ends in Mangaluru: plan flights into Bengaluru and out of Mangaluru.

Arrival day

Day 1 includes about 4.5–5.5 h on the road after pickup, so a morning start or arrival works best.

Hill roads

The Mullayanagiri ridge road may need a timed vehicle slot, takes only smaller vehicles near the top and closes on red-alert days. The Agumbe ghat is narrow, with tight hairpins; it can close in heavy monsoon rain and larger vehicles can be restricted. For minibuses and coaches we confirm a suitable route, and some viewpoints or forest roads may need a smaller vehicle for the last stretch.

Boats and ferries

Boats to St Mary's Island run only in fair weather. We plan an alternative if a sight or boat is not available.

Temples

Temples close for part of the day, so sightseeing is planned around their hours. Some coastal temples have strict dress codes (men may be asked to remove shirts). Access and photography rules vary by temple and can change.

Season

Very wet June–September.

Make it yours

A private, customisable trip planned around your preferred dates, subject to availability: stops, pace and hotels can change. Choose vehicle and driver only, or vehicle, driver and hotels; your quotation lists exactly what is included. Local site guides can be arranged on request where available; your chauffeur is not a guide.

Other lengths 5 nights: three nights in Chikkamagaluru, or a Mangaluru night

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Trip reference KA-16. Quote it when you call +91 96696 69360.

Relaxed. Two nights in each base and drives of 2–3.5 h.

Starts and ends in Hubballi.

Where you stay

• Badami 2 nights
• Hampi 2 nights

Day by day

1. Day 1 Arrive Hubballi; to Badami (about 2 h); cave temples and Agastya lake
2. Day 2 Pattadakal and Aihole: the early Chalukya temples
3. Day 3 To Hampi (about 3–3.5 h) via Gadag and Lakkundi; sunset on Hemakuta hill
4. Day 4 Hampi: Virupaksha, the royal centre and the Vittala temple by battery vehicle
5. Day 5 Anegundi, or a coracle ride if operating; Hubballi airport (about 3–3.5 h)

Highlights

Badami caves, Pattadakal, Aihole, Hampi. Suits heritage lovers, couples, photographers.

Good to know

Pickup

Your pickup at Hubballi airport is arranged with a suitable vehicle, sent from another city or provided through a local partner, and confirmed in your quotation.

Last day

The last day includes about 3–3.5 h on the road to Hubballi; an afternoon or evening flight (or a night in the city) works best.

Boats and ferries

Coracle rides depend on the river level. We plan an alternative if a sight or boat is not available.

Temples

Temples close for part of the day, so sightseeing is planned around their hours. Access and photography rules vary by temple and can change.

Season

Hot from March to May.

Make it yours

A private, customisable trip planned around your preferred dates, subject to availability: stops, pace and hotels can change. Choose vehicle and driver only, or vehicle, driver and hotels; your quotation lists exactly what is included. Local site guides can be arranged on request where available; your chauffeur is not a guide.

Other lengths 3 nights: Badami 1 + Hampi 2 · 5 nights: Hampi 3, or a Vijayapura (Bijapur) night

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Balanced. Two nights in each hill station, with one long 7–8 h transfer on Day 3.

Starts in Coimbatore, ends in Madurai. Can also start in Madurai (route reversed).

Where you stay

• Ooty 2 nights
• Kodaikanal 2 nights

Day by day

1. Day 1 Coimbatore to Ooty (about 2.5–3 h); gardens and the lake
2. Day 2 Coonoor by toy train if seats are available; Doddabetta
3. Day 3 Ooty to Kodaikanal (about 7–8 h) after breakfast, down one ghat and up another
4. Day 4 Kodaikanal: Coaker's Walk, Pillar Rocks, the lake and Vattakanal
5. Day 5 To Madurai airport (about 3.5–4 h), or back to Coimbatore

Highlights

Ooty, Coonoor, Kodaikanal. Suits families, couples.

Good to know

Flights

Starts in Coimbatore and ends in Madurai: plan flights into Coimbatore and out of Madurai.

Pickup

Your pickup in Coimbatore is arranged through our partner network and confirmed in your quotation.

Long day

Day 3 is a long transfer of about 7–8 h (Ooty to Kodaikanal).

Last day

The last day includes about 3.5–4 h on the road to Madurai; an afternoon or evening flight (or a night in the city) works best.

Vehicle e-pass

Vehicles entering the Nilgiris (Ooty) and Kodaikanal need a Tamil Nadu e-pass. Required vehicle e-passes and applicable entry conditions are checked for your travel dates. We confirm the arrangements and responsibilities in your quotation. Daily vehicle limits can apply (usually April–June), so entry on a particular day cannot be assumed. Kodaikanal does not allow plastic bottles under 5 litres.

Hill roads

Ooty is reached by the Coonoor or Gudalur roads; the steep Kallatti ghat is not used.

Toy train

Toy-train seats are limited and the line can stop after landslides; the car follows by road as the backup.

Season

Monsoon on the ghats; peak crowds April–June.

Make it yours

A private, customisable trip planned around your preferred dates, subject to availability: stops, pace and hotels can change. Choose vehicle and driver only, or vehicle, driver and hotels; your quotation lists exactly what is included.

Other lengths 5 nights: add a Coonoor or Madurai night · 6 nights: three nights in each

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Balanced. One-night stops apart from Munnar; drives of 3–4.5 h.

Starts in Madurai, ends in Kochi. Can also start in Kochi (route reversed).

Where you stay

• Madurai 1 night
• Thekkady 1 night
• Munnar 2 nights
• Fort Kochi 1 night

Day by day

1. Day 1 Arrive Madurai, Meenakshi temple
2. Day 2 To Thekkady
3. Day 3 To Munnar
4. Day 4 Munnar
5. Day 5 To Fort Kochi
6. Day 6 Depart Kochi

The journey page has the full day-by-day detail, hotels and FAQs.

Highlights

Meenakshi temple, Periyar, Munnar, Fort Kochi. Suits first-time visitors, couples.

Good to know

Flights

Starts in Madurai and ends in Kochi: plan flights into Madurai and out of Kochi.

Periyar boats

Periyar lake boat trips leave at fixed times and can be reduced when the water level is low.

Eravikulam

Eravikulam National Park closes for the Nilgiri tahr calving season (about February–March); other Munnar sights replace it then.

Temples

Temples close for part of the day, so sightseeing is planned around their hours. Access and photography rules vary by temple and can change.

Interstate travel

The vehicle crosses state borders; interstate permit and tax charges are shown in your quotation.

Season

Monsoon in Kerala June–September.

Make it yours

A private, customisable trip planned around your preferred dates, subject to availability: stops, pace and hotels can change. Choose vehicle and driver only, or vehicle, driver and hotels; your quotation lists exactly what is included. Local site guides can be arranged on request where available; your chauffeur is not a guide.

Other lengths 4 nights: no Kochi night · 6 nights: a backwater night or a third Munnar night

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Balanced. Three one-night stops after Munnar; the hill and backwater legs are 3–4.5 h.

Starts and ends in Kochi.

Where you stay

• Munnar 2 nights
• Thekkady 1 night
• Kumarakom or Alleppey 1 night
• Fort Kochi 1 night

Day by day

1. Day 1 Arrive Kochi, drive to Munnar
2. Day 2 Munnar tea country
3. Day 3 To Thekkady
4. Day 4 Thekkady to the backwaters
5. Day 5 To Fort Kochi
6. Day 6 Depart Kochi

The journey page has the full day-by-day detail, hotels and FAQs.

Highlights

Munnar tea estates, Periyar, Backwaters, Fort Kochi. Suits first-time visitors, couples, families.

Good to know

Arrival day

Day 1 includes about 3.5–4.5 h on the road after pickup, so a morning start or arrival works best.

Periyar boats

Periyar lake boat trips leave at fixed times and can be reduced when the water level is low.

Eravikulam

Eravikulam National Park closes for the Nilgiri tahr calving season (about February–March); other Munnar sights replace it then.

Season

Monsoon June–September.

Make it yours

A private, customisable trip planned around your preferred dates, subject to availability: stops, pace and hotels can change. Choose vehicle and driver only, or vehicle, driver and hotels; your quotation lists exactly what is included.

Other lengths 3 nights: Munnar 2 + backwaters 1 · 4 nights: no Fort Kochi night · 6 nights: one more night where wanted

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Relaxed. Three nights in Coorg and two at Kabini; about 5–6 h on the road on the first and last days, and early safari mornings.

Starts and ends in Bengaluru.

Where you stay

• Coorg 3 nights
• Kabini 2 nights

Day by day

1. Day 1 Bengaluru to Coorg (about 5–6 h) via the Golden Temple at Bylakuppe
2. Day 2 Coffee estate walk; Madikeri, Raja's Seat and Abbey Falls
3. Day 3 Dubare elephant camp visit, subject to current Forest Department opening hours, visitor slots and safety rules; free afternoon
4. Day 4 Coorg to Kabini (about 2–4 h, depending on estate and lodge); afternoon safari
5. Day 5 Kabini safaris
6. Day 6 Back to Bengaluru (about 5 h)

Highlights

Coorg coffee estates, Dubare, Kabini safaris. Suits couples, families, nature lovers.

Good to know

Arrival day

Day 1 includes about 5–6 h on the road after pickup, so a morning start or arrival works best.

Last day

The last day includes about 4.5–5.5 h on the road to Bengaluru; an afternoon or evening flight (or a night in the city) works best.

Safaris

Safaris are shared Forest Department outings booked through your lodge; private safaris are not permitted. Seats are limited, so we confirm them before confirming your trip, and young children (under 2, or under 3 at some lodges) cannot join. Wildlife sightings are never guaranteed.

Elephant camp

Dubare elephant camp visits are subject to current Forest Department opening hours, visitor slots and safety rules. Visitors observe the elephants from designated areas; bathing, feeding and direct contact are not permitted.

Temples

Temples close for part of the day, so sightseeing is planned around their hours. Access and photography rules vary by temple and can change.

Season

Coorg is very wet June–September.

Make it yours

A private, customisable trip planned around your preferred dates, subject to availability: stops, pace and hotels can change. Choose vehicle and driver only, or vehicle, driver and hotels; your quotation lists exactly what is included.

Other lengths 4 nights: Coorg 2 + Kabini 2 · 6 nights: add a Mysuru night

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Trip reference KA-10. Quote it when you call +91 96696 69360.

Balanced. Two long road days of about 5–6 h: the drive to Coorg and the descent to the coast.

Starts in Bengaluru, ends in Mangaluru.

Where you stay

• Coorg 3 nights
• Udupi 2 nights

Day by day

1. Day 1 Bengaluru to Coorg (about 5–6 h) via Bylakuppe
2. Day 2 Coffee estates; Madikeri
3. Day 3 Dubare elephant camp visit (viewing only); Talakaveri and Bhagamandala
4. Day 4 Down the Sampaje ghat to the coast: Coorg to Mangaluru (about 3.5–4 h), then Udupi (about 1.25–1.5 h)
5. Day 5 Udupi: Krishna temple, Malpe beach and St Mary's Island in fair weather
6. Day 6 Mangaluru airport (about 1.5 h)

Highlights

Coorg estates, Talakaveri, Udupi, Malpe beach. Suits couples, families.

Good to know

Flights

Starts in Bengaluru and ends in Mangaluru: plan flights into Bengaluru and out of Mangaluru.

Arrival day

Day 1 includes about 5–6 h on the road after pickup, so a morning start or arrival works best.

Hill roads

The Sampaje ghat down to the coast can close after monsoon landslides.

Elephant camp

Dubare elephant camp visits are subject to current Forest Department opening hours, visitor slots and safety rules. Visitors observe the elephants from designated areas; bathing, feeding and direct contact are not permitted.

Boats and ferries

Boats to St Mary's Island run only in fair weather. We plan an alternative if a sight or boat is not available.

Temples

Temples close for part of the day, so sightseeing is planned around their hours. Some coastal temples have strict dress codes (men may be asked to remove shirts). Access and photography rules vary by temple and can change.

Season

Coorg is very wet June–September and the sea is rough.

Make it yours

A private, customisable trip planned around your preferred dates, subject to availability: stops, pace and hotels can change. Choose vehicle and driver only, or vehicle, driver and hotels; your quotation lists exactly what is included. Local site guides can be arranged on request where available; your chauffeur is not a guide.

Other lengths 4 nights: two nights in Coorg · 6 nights: a Mangaluru night, or continue to Gokarna

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Trip reference KA-15. Quote it when you call +91 96696 69360.

Balanced. Longer drives on Day 1 (about 5–6 h) and Day 4 (about 4.5–5 h).

Starts in Bengaluru, ends in Coimbatore.

Where you stay

• Coorg 2 nights
• Mysuru 1 night
• Ooty 2 nights

Day by day

1. Day 1 Bengaluru to Coorg (about 5–6 h) via Bylakuppe
2. Day 2 Coorg: estates, Abbey Falls and a Dubare elephant camp visit (viewing only, under current Forest Department rules)
3. Day 3 Coorg to Mysuru (about 3 h); Mysuru Palace
4. Day 4 Mysuru to Ooty (about 4.5–5 h) through Bandipur and Mudumalai
5. Day 5 Ooty and Coonoor
6. Day 6 To Coimbatore airport (about 2.5–3 h) or Bengaluru (about 6.5–8 h)

Highlights

Coorg coffee estates, Mysuru Palace, Ooty and Coonoor. Suits families, first-time visitors.

Good to know

Flights

Starts in Bengaluru and ends in Coimbatore: plan flights into Bengaluru and out of Coimbatore.

Arrival day

Day 1 includes about 5–6 h on the road after pickup, so a morning start or arrival works best.

Last day

The last day includes about 2.5–3 h on the road to Coimbatore; an afternoon or evening flight (or a night in the city) works best.

Forest roads

The forest roads through Bandipur and Mudumalai are closed to traffic from 21:00 to 06:00, so these stretches are driven by day.

Vehicle e-pass

Vehicles entering the Nilgiris (Ooty) need a Tamil Nadu e-pass. Required vehicle e-passes and applicable entry conditions are checked for your travel dates. We confirm the arrangements and responsibilities in your quotation. Daily vehicle limits can apply (usually April–June), so entry on a particular day cannot be assumed.

Hill roads

Ooty is reached by the Coonoor or Gudalur roads; the steep Kallatti ghat is not used.

Elephant camp

Dubare elephant camp visits are subject to current Forest Department opening hours, visitor slots and safety rules. Visitors observe the elephants from designated areas; bathing, feeding and direct contact are not permitted.

Interstate travel

The vehicle crosses state borders; interstate permit and tax charges are shown in your quotation.

Season

Coorg is very wet June–September.

Make it yours

A private, customisable trip planned around your preferred dates, subject to availability: stops, pace and hotels can change. Choose vehicle and driver only, or vehicle, driver and hotels; your quotation lists exactly what is included. Local site guides can be arranged on request where available; your chauffeur is not a guide.

Other lengths 4 nights: one night in Coorg · 6 nights: a Bengaluru night or a second Mysuru night

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Balanced. Three nights in Hampi, then one full 6–7 h day to the coast.

Starts in Hubballi, ends in Goa.

Where you stay

• Hampi 3 nights
• Gokarna 2 nights

Day by day

1. Day 1 Arrive Hubballi; to Hampi (about 3–3.5 h); sunset on Hemakuta hill
2. Day 2 Hampi: sacred centre and the Vittala temple
3. Day 3 Hampi: royal centre; Anegundi, and a coracle on the Tungabhadra if operating
4. Day 4 Hampi to Gokarna (about 6–7 h) down the Arbail ghat
5. Day 5 Gokarna: Mahabaleshwar temple and the beaches
6. Day 6 To Goa airport (about 3–4.5 h)

Highlights

Hampi, Tungabhadra coracles, Gokarna beaches. Suits couples, repeat visitors, heritage lovers.

Good to know

Flights

Starts in Hubballi and ends with a drop at Goa airport (Dabolim or Mopa): plan flights into Hubballi and out of Goa. The airport, timing, vehicle arrangements and interstate charges are confirmed in your quotation.

Pickup

Your pickup at Hubballi airport is arranged with a suitable vehicle, sent from another city or provided through a local partner, and confirmed in your quotation.

Arrival day

Day 1 includes about 3–3.5 h on the road after pickup, so a morning start or arrival works best.

Long day

Day 4 is a long transfer of about 6–7 h (Hampi to Gokarna).

Last day

The last day includes about 3–4.5 h on the road to Goa; an afternoon or evening flight (or a night in the city) works best.

Boats and ferries

Coracle rides depend on the river level. We plan an alternative if a sight or boat is not available.

Temples

Temples close for part of the day, so sightseeing is planned around their hours. Some coastal temples have strict dress codes (men may be asked to remove shirts). Access and photography rules vary by temple and can change.

Interstate travel

The vehicle crosses state borders; interstate permit and tax charges are shown in your quotation.

Season

Hampi is hot March–May; the coast has the monsoon June–September.

Make it yours

A private, customisable trip planned around your preferred dates, subject to availability: stops, pace and hotels can change. Choose vehicle and driver only, or vehicle, driver and hotels; your quotation lists exactly what is included. Local site guides can be arranged on request where available; your chauffeur is not a guide.

Other lengths 6 nights: three nights at Gokarna, or a Jog Falls night between the two in season

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Trip reference KA-14. Quote it when you call +91 96696 69360.

Relaxed. Two nights at the start and at the end; drives of under 5 h.

Starts in Thiruvananthapuram, ends in Madurai. Can also start in Madurai (route reversed).

Where you stay

• Kovalam 2 nights
• Kanyakumari 1 night
• Madurai 2 nights

Day by day

1. Day 1 Arrive Thiruvananthapuram; to Kovalam
2. Day 2 Thiruvananthapuram city or the beach
3. Day 3 To Kanyakumari (about 2.5 h) via Padmanabhapuram Palace; sunset
4. Day 4 Sunrise; to Madurai (about 4–5 h)
5. Day 5 Madurai: Meenakshi temple, Thirumalai Nayak palace
6. Day 6 Depart Madurai

Highlights

Kovalam, Kanyakumari, Meenakshi temple. Suits couples, pilgrims, first-time visitors.

Good to know

Flights

Starts in Thiruvananthapuram and ends in Madurai: plan flights into Thiruvananthapuram and out of Madurai.

Pickup

Your pickup in Thiruvananthapuram is arranged through our partner network and confirmed in your quotation.

Temples

Temples close for part of the day, so sightseeing is planned around their hours. Access and photography rules vary by temple and can change.

Interstate travel

The vehicle crosses state borders; interstate permit and tax charges are shown in your quotation.

Season

Monsoon on the Kerala coast June–September.

Make it yours

A private, customisable trip planned around your preferred dates, subject to availability: stops, pace and hotels can change. Choose vehicle and driver only, or vehicle, driver and hotels; your quotation lists exactly what is included. Local site guides can be arranged on request where available; your chauffeur is not a guide.

Other lengths 4 nights: one night in Kovalam · 6–7 nights: a Rameswaram night between Kanyakumari and Madurai (one 6–7 h day)

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Balanced. Three stops in five nights, with an early start on Day 4 (about 4–5 h).

Starts and ends in Bengaluru.

Where you stay

• Mysuru 1 night
• Coorg 2 nights
• Chikkamagaluru 2 nights

Day by day

1. Day 1 Bengaluru to Mysuru (about 3–3.5 h) via Srirangapatna; the palace
2. Day 2 Chamundi Hill; to Coorg (about 3 h) via Bylakuppe
3. Day 3 Coorg estates, Abbey Falls and Raja's Seat
4. Day 4 Early start: Coorg to Chikkamagaluru (about 4–5 h) via Belur
5. Day 5 Halebidu; a coffee estate or the Mullayanagiri ridge
6. Day 6 Chikkamagaluru to Bengaluru (about 4.5–5.5 h)

Highlights

Mysuru Palace, Coorg estates, Belur and Halebidu. Suits families, couples, first-time visitors.

Good to know

Arrival day

Day 1 includes about 3–3.5 h on the road after pickup, so a morning start or arrival works best.

Last day

The last day includes about 4.5–5.5 h on the road to Bengaluru; an afternoon or evening flight (or a night in the city) works best.

Hill roads

The Mullayanagiri ridge road may need a timed vehicle slot, takes only smaller vehicles near the top and closes on red-alert days.

Closing days

Mysuru Zoo closes on Tuesdays.

Season

The hills are wet June–September.

Make it yours

A private, customisable trip planned around your preferred dates, subject to availability: stops, pace and hotels can change. Choose vehicle and driver only, or vehicle, driver and hotels; your quotation lists exactly what is included. Local site guides can be arranged on request where available; your chauffeur is not a guide.

Other lengths 4 nights: Coorg 2 + Chikkamagaluru 2 · 6 nights: two nights in Mysuru

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Trip reference KA-11. Quote it when you call +91 96696 69360.

Relaxed. Two nights in Wayanad and in Ooty; drives of under 4.5 h.

Starts in Bengaluru, ends in Coimbatore.

Where you stay

• Mysuru 1 night
• Wayanad 2 nights
• Ooty 2 nights

Day by day

1. Day 1 Bengaluru to Mysuru (about 3–3.5 h); palace
2. Day 2 Mysuru to Wayanad (about 3–3.5 h) through Bandipur, in daylight
3. Day 3 Wayanad: Edakkal caves, Banasura Sagar, plantations
4. Day 4 Wayanad to Ooty (about 3.5–4.5 h) via Gudalur
5. Day 5 Ooty and Coonoor
6. Day 6 To Coimbatore airport (about 2.5–3 h)

Highlights

Mysuru, Wayanad, Ooty. Suits families, nature lovers.

Good to know

Flights

Starts in Bengaluru and ends in Coimbatore: plan flights into Bengaluru and out of Coimbatore.

Arrival day

Day 1 includes about 3–3.5 h on the road after pickup, so a morning start or arrival works best.

Last day

The last day includes about 2.5–3 h on the road to Coimbatore; an afternoon or evening flight (or a night in the city) works best.

Forest roads

The forest roads through Bandipur and Mudumalai are closed to traffic from 21:00 to 06:00, so these stretches are driven by day.

Vehicle e-pass

Vehicles entering the Nilgiris (Ooty) need a Tamil Nadu e-pass. Required vehicle e-passes and applicable entry conditions are checked for your travel dates. We confirm the arrangements and responsibilities in your quotation. Daily vehicle limits can apply (usually April–June), so entry on a particular day cannot be assumed.

Hill roads

Ooty is reached by the Coonoor or Gudalur roads; the steep Kallatti ghat is not used.

Closing days

Several Wayanad sights close on Mondays.

Interstate travel

The vehicle crosses state borders; interstate permit and tax charges are shown in your quotation.

Season

Monsoon June–September.

Make it yours

A private, customisable trip planned around your preferred dates, subject to availability: stops, pace and hotels can change. Choose vehicle and driver only, or vehicle, driver and hotels; your quotation lists exactly what is included.

Other lengths 4 nights: one night in Wayanad

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Trip reference MS-09. Quote it when you call +91 96696 69360.

Relaxed. Two nights at the first two stops and drives of under 4 h.

Starts in Kozhikode, ends in Mangaluru.

Where you stay

• Wayanad 2 nights
• Thalassery 2 nights
• Valiyaparamba houseboat 1 night
• Bekal or Nileshwar 1 night

Day by day

1. Day 1 Arrive Kozhikode; drive to Wayanad (about 2–3 h)
2. Day 2 Wayanad: Edakkal caves, plantations
3. Day 3 To Thalassery (about 3–4 h); heritage walk
4. Day 4 Malabar cooking and markets; theyyam where performances occur
5. Day 5 To Valiyaparamba (about 1.5–2 h); houseboat on the northern backwaters
6. Day 6 To Bekal or Nileshwar; Bekal Fort
7. Day 7 To Mangaluru airport (about 2–2.5 h)

Highlights

Wayanad, Theyyam season, Valiyaparamba backwaters, Bekal Fort. Suits repeat visitors, culture lovers.

Good to know

Flights

Starts in Kozhikode and ends in Mangaluru: plan flights into Kozhikode and out of Mangaluru.

Pickup

Your pickup in Kozhikode is arranged through our partner network and confirmed in your quotation.

Hill roads

The ghat roads into Wayanad, including the Thamarassery ghat from Kozhikode, can see long delays from roadworks, heavy rain and peak traffic; transfers are planned around current road conditions, so drive times are a guide only.

Houseboat

Houseboats board around midday and stay moored at night, so the day before is planned to reach the jetty in time. Boat category, meals and other inclusions are as stated in your quotation.

Theyyam

Theyyam is seasonal (mostly November–May), often held at night, and never guaranteed.

Closing days

Several Wayanad sights close on Mondays.

Interstate travel

The vehicle crosses state borders; interstate permit and tax charges are shown in your quotation.

Season

Monsoon June–September.

Make it yours

A private, customisable trip planned around your preferred dates, subject to availability: stops, pace and hotels can change. Choose vehicle and driver only, or vehicle, driver and hotels; your quotation lists exactly what is included. Local site guides can be arranged on request where available; your chauffeur is not a guide.

Other lengths 4 nights: Wayanad 2, Thalassery 1, Bekal 1 · 8 nights: adds Kozhikode and a second houseboat or beach night

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Balanced. Four one-night stops in a row, but the drives after Thekkady are short (1.5–3 h).

Starts and ends in Kochi.

Where you stay

• Munnar 2 nights
• Thekkady 1 night
• Vagamon 1 night
• Kumarakom 1 night
• Fort Kochi 1 night

Day by day

1. Day 1 Arrive Kochi; drive to Munnar (about 4 h)
2. Day 2 Munnar tea estates and Eravikulam
3. Day 3 To Thekkady (about 3–3.5 h); Periyar
4. Day 4 To Vagamon (about 1.5 h); pine forest and meadows
5. Day 5 To Kumarakom (about 2.5 h); lake cruise
6. Day 6 To Fort Kochi (about 2 h)
7. Day 7 Depart Kochi

Highlights

Munnar, Periyar, Vagamon meadows, Vembanad lake. Suits repeat visitors, couples, nature lovers.

Good to know

Arrival day

Day 1 includes about 4–4.5 h on the road after pickup, so a morning start or arrival works best.

Periyar boats

Periyar lake boat trips leave at fixed times and can be reduced when the water level is low.

Eravikulam

Eravikulam National Park closes for the Nilgiri tahr calving season (about February–March); other Munnar sights replace it then.

Season

Monsoon June–September.

Make it yours

A private, customisable trip planned around your preferred dates, subject to availability: stops, pace and hotels can change. Choose vehicle and driver only, or vehicle, driver and hotels; your quotation lists exactly what is included.

Other lengths 5 nights: no Fort Kochi night · 7 nights: two nights at Vagamon or Kumarakom

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Trip reference KL-06. Quote it when you call +91 96696 69360.

Balanced. Two nights in each hill station, with long hill drives (6–8 h) on Days 3 and 5.

Starts in Coimbatore, ends in Kochi.

Where you stay

• Ooty 2 nights
• Kodaikanal 2 nights
• Munnar 2 nights

Day by day

1. Day 1 Arrive Coimbatore; to Ooty (about 2.5–3 h)
2. Day 2 Ooty and Coonoor
3. Day 3 Ooty to Kodaikanal (about 7–8 h), morning start
4. Day 4 Kodaikanal
5. Day 5 Kodaikanal to Munnar (about 6–7 h via Theni and Bodimettu), morning start
6. Day 6 Munnar
7. Day 7 To Kochi airport (about 3.5–4 h)

Highlights

Ooty, Kodaikanal, Munnar. Suits couples, families.

Good to know

Flights

Starts in Coimbatore and ends in Kochi: plan flights into Coimbatore and out of Kochi.

Pickup

Your pickup in Coimbatore is arranged through our partner network and confirmed in your quotation.

Long day

Day 3 is a long transfer of about 7–8 h (Ooty to Kodaikanal); Day 5 is a long transfer of about 6–7 h (Kodaikanal to Munnar via Theni and Bodi).

Last day

The last day includes about 3.5–4 h on the road to Kochi; an afternoon or evening flight (or a night in the city) works best.

Vehicle e-pass

Vehicles entering the Nilgiris (Ooty) and Kodaikanal need a Tamil Nadu e-pass. Required vehicle e-passes and applicable entry conditions are checked for your travel dates. We confirm the arrangements and responsibilities in your quotation. Daily vehicle limits can apply (usually April–June), so entry on a particular day cannot be assumed. Kodaikanal does not allow plastic bottles under 5 litres.

Hill roads

Ooty is reached by the Coonoor or Gudalur roads; the steep Kallatti ghat is not used.

Eravikulam

Eravikulam National Park closes for the Nilgiri tahr calving season (about February–March); other Munnar sights replace it then.

Interstate travel

The vehicle crosses state borders; interstate permit and tax charges are shown in your quotation.

Season

Peak crowds April–June.

Make it yours

A private, customisable trip planned around your preferred dates, subject to availability: stops, pace and hotels can change. Choose vehicle and driver only, or vehicle, driver and hotels; your quotation lists exactly what is included.

Other lengths 5 nights: one night in Kodaikanal · 7 nights: a third Munnar night or a Coonoor night

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Trip reference MS-11. Quote it when you call +91 96696 69360.

Balanced. Sightseeing on most drive days: three days combine 2–4.5 h on the road with temple visits.

Starts in Chennai, ends in Madurai. Can also start in Madurai (route reversed).

Where you stay

• Mahabalipuram 1 night
• Pondicherry 2 nights
• Thanjavur 2 nights
• Madurai 1 night

Day by day

1. Day 1 Arrive Chennai; to Mahabalipuram (about 1.5–2 h), with Kanchipuram on the way for morning arrivals
2. Day 2 Shore Temple, Five Rathas and Arjuna's Penance; down the coast to Pondicherry (about 2–2.5 h)
3. Day 3 Pondicherry's French and Tamil quarters; Auroville
4. Day 4 To Thanjavur (about 4–4.5 h) via Gangaikonda Cholapuram; the Big Temple in the evening session
5. Day 5 Thanjavur palace and library; Darasuram
6. Day 6 To Madurai (about 4 h of driving) via Srirangam and the Rock Fort; the evening ceremony at Meenakshi
7. Day 7 Meenakshi temple at opening; Madurai airport

Highlights

Mahabalipuram, Pondicherry, Big Temple, Srirangam, Meenakshi temple. Suits heritage lovers, first-time visitors, couples.

Good to know

Flights

Starts in Chennai and ends in Madurai: plan flights into Chennai and out of Madurai.

Temples

Temples close for part of the day, so sightseeing is planned around their hours. Access and photography rules vary by temple and can change.

Matrimandir

The Matrimandir inner chamber needs a personal booking at least 5 working days ahead; otherwise you visit the viewing point.

Season

North-east monsoon on the coast October–early December; hot April–June.

Make it yours

A private, customisable trip planned around your preferred dates, subject to availability: stops, pace and hotels can change. Choose vehicle and driver only, or vehicle, driver and hotels; your quotation lists exactly what is included. Local site guides can be arranged on request where available; your chauffeur is not a guide.

Other lengths 5 nights: one night in Pondicherry · 7 nights: two nights in Mahabalipuram

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Trip reference TN-11. Quote it when you call +91 96696 69360.

Balanced. Two nights at most stops, with two long hill drives of 7–8 h on Days 4 and 6.

Starts in Bengaluru, ends in Madurai.

Where you stay

• Mysuru 1 night
• Coorg 2 nights
• Ooty 2 nights
• Kodaikanal 2 nights

Day by day

1. Day 1 Arrive Bengaluru; to Mysuru (about 3.5–4 h from the airport); palace
2. Day 2 To Coorg (about 3 h) via Bylakuppe
3. Day 3 Coorg
4. Day 4 Coorg to Ooty (about 6.5–8 h) via Gudalur, early start
5. Day 5 Ooty and Coonoor
6. Day 6 Ooty to Kodaikanal (about 7–8 h), morning start
7. Day 7 Kodaikanal lake and viewpoints
8. Day 8 To Madurai airport (about 3.5–4 h) or Coimbatore (about 4.5–5 h)

Highlights

Coorg, Ooty, Kodaikanal. Suits families, couples.

Good to know

Flights

Starts in Bengaluru and ends in Madurai: plan flights into Bengaluru and out of Madurai.

Arrival day

Day 1 includes about 3.5–4 h on the road after pickup, so a morning start or arrival works best.

Long day

Day 4 is a long transfer of about 6.5–8 h (Coorg to Ooty via Gudalur); Day 6 is a long transfer of about 7–8 h (Ooty to Kodaikanal).

Last day

The last day includes about 3.5–4 h on the road to Madurai; an afternoon or evening flight (or a night in the city) works best.

Forest roads

The forest roads through Bandipur and Mudumalai are closed to traffic from 21:00 to 06:00, so these stretches are driven by day.

Vehicle e-pass

Vehicles entering the Nilgiris (Ooty) and Kodaikanal need a Tamil Nadu e-pass. Required vehicle e-passes and applicable entry conditions are checked for your travel dates. We confirm the arrangements and responsibilities in your quotation. Daily vehicle limits can apply (usually April–June), so entry on a particular day cannot be assumed. Kodaikanal does not allow plastic bottles under 5 litres.

Hill roads

Ooty is reached by the Coonoor or Gudalur roads; the steep Kallatti ghat is not used.

Interstate travel

The vehicle crosses state borders; interstate permit and tax charges are shown in your quotation.

Season

Peak crowds April–June; monsoon on the ghats.

Make it yours

A private, customisable trip planned around your preferred dates, subject to availability: stops, pace and hotels can change. Choose vehicle and driver only, or vehicle, driver and hotels; your quotation lists exactly what is included.

Other lengths 8 nights: a Bengaluru night on arrival

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Trip reference MS-08. Quote it when you call +91 96696 69360.

Balanced. One-night stops in Thekkady and on the backwaters, with an early start on Day 5 for houseboat boarding.

Starts in Kochi, ends in Thiruvananthapuram. Can also start in Thiruvananthapuram (route reversed).

Where you stay

• Kochi 1 night
• Munnar 2 nights
• Thekkady 1 night
• Kumarakom or Alleppey houseboat 1 night
• Kovalam or Varkala 2 nights

Day by day

1. Day 1 Arrive Kochi; Fort Kochi
2. Day 2 To Munnar (about 4–4.5 h)
3. Day 3 Munnar
4. Day 4 To Thekkady (about 3–3.5 h); Periyar boat
5. Day 5 To Kumarakom or an Alleppey houseboat (about 3.5–4.5 h; leave by 8 am for a houseboat)
6. Day 6 To Kovalam or Varkala (about 3–4.5 h)
7. Day 7 Beach day; optional Kanyakumari day trip (about 2–2.5 h each way)
8. Day 8 Thiruvananthapuram airport

Highlights

Munnar, Periyar, Backwaters, Kovalam or Varkala beach. Suits first-time visitors, couples.

Good to know

Flights

Starts in Kochi and ends in Thiruvananthapuram: plan flights into Kochi and out of Thiruvananthapuram.

Houseboat

Houseboats board around midday and stay moored at night, so the day before is planned to reach the jetty in time. Boat category, meals and other inclusions are as stated in your quotation.

Periyar boats

Periyar lake boat trips leave at fixed times and can be reduced when the water level is low.

Eravikulam

Eravikulam National Park closes for the Nilgiri tahr calving season (about February–March); other Munnar sights replace it then.

Temples

Temples close for part of the day, so sightseeing is planned around their hours. The Padmanabhaswamy temple shrine is open to Hindus only. Access and photography rules vary by temple and can change.

Season

Monsoon June–September.

Make it yours

A private, customisable trip planned around your preferred dates, subject to availability: stops, pace and hotels can change. Choose vehicle and driver only, or vehicle, driver and hotels; your quotation lists exactly what is included.

Other lengths 6 nights: no Kochi night · 8–9 nights: two nights at Thekkady, or a Kanyakumari night

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Balanced. A mix of one- and two-night stops; one 5–6 h day.

Starts in Madurai, ends in Kochi. Can also start in Kochi (route reversed).

Where you stay

• Madurai 1 night
• Kodaikanal 2 nights
• Thekkady 1 night
• Munnar 2 nights
• Fort Kochi 1 night

Day by day

1. Day 1 Arrive Madurai; Meenakshi temple and the evening ceremony
2. Day 2 To Kodaikanal (about 3.5–4 h)
3. Day 3 Kodaikanal
4. Day 4 To Thekkady (about 5–6 h via Theni; 4–5 h by the Adukkam road when open)
5. Day 5 To Munnar (about 3–3.5 h)
6. Day 6 Munnar
7. Day 7 To Fort Kochi (about 4–4.5 h)
8. Day 8 Depart Kochi

Highlights

Meenakshi temple, Kodaikanal, Periyar, Munnar, Fort Kochi. Suits couples, families.

Good to know

Flights

Starts in Madurai and ends in Kochi: plan flights into Madurai and out of Kochi.

Vehicle e-pass

Vehicles entering Kodaikanal need a Tamil Nadu e-pass. Required vehicle e-passes and applicable entry conditions are checked for your travel dates. We confirm the arrangements and responsibilities in your quotation. Daily vehicle limits can apply (usually April–June), so entry on a particular day cannot be assumed. Kodaikanal does not allow plastic bottles under 5 litres.

Periyar boats

Periyar lake boat trips leave at fixed times and can be reduced when the water level is low.

Eravikulam

Eravikulam National Park closes for the Nilgiri tahr calving season (about February–March); other Munnar sights replace it then.

Temples

Temples close for part of the day, so sightseeing is planned around their hours. Access and photography rules vary by temple and can change.

Interstate travel

The vehicle crosses state borders; interstate permit and tax charges are shown in your quotation.

Season

North-east monsoon October–December.

Make it yours

A private, customisable trip planned around your preferred dates, subject to availability: stops, pace and hotels can change. Choose vehicle and driver only, or vehicle, driver and hotels; your quotation lists exactly what is included. Local site guides can be arranged on request where available; your chauffeur is not a guide.

Other lengths 6 nights: one night in Kodaikanal · 8 nights: a houseboat night before Kochi

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Trip reference MS-13. Quote it when you call +91 96696 69360.

Balanced. A new hotel each night for five nights, on drives of 2–5 h.

Starts in Kochi, ends in Goa.

Where you stay

• Fort Kochi 1 night
• Kozhikode 1 night
• Kannur 1 night
• Bekal 1 night
• Udupi 1 night
• Gokarna 2 nights

Day by day

1. Day 1 Arrive Kochi; Fort Kochi
2. Day 2 To Kozhikode (about 4–5 h) via Guruvayur
3. Day 3 To Kannur (about 2–2.5 h) via Thalassery
4. Day 4 To Bekal (about 1.75–2.25 h); Bekal Fort
5. Day 5 To Udupi (about 3–3.5 h) via Mangaluru
6. Day 6 To Gokarna (about 3.5–4.5 h) via Murudeshwar
7. Day 7 Gokarna beaches
8. Day 8 To Goa airport (about 3–4.5 h)

Highlights

Malabar coast, Bekal Fort, Udupi, Murudeshwar, Gokarna. Suits repeat visitors, beach lovers.

Good to know

Flights

Starts in Kochi and ends with a drop at Goa airport (Dabolim or Mopa): plan flights into Kochi and out of Goa. The airport, timing, vehicle arrangements and interstate charges are confirmed in your quotation.

Last day

The last day includes about 3–4.5 h on the road to Goa; an afternoon or evening flight (or a night in the city) works best.

Temples

Temples close for part of the day, so sightseeing is planned around their hours. Some coastal temples have strict dress codes (men may be asked to remove shirts). The Guruvayur temple admits Hindus only. Access and photography rules vary by temple and can change.

Interstate travel

The vehicle crosses state borders; interstate permit and tax charges are shown in your quotation.

Season

The monsoon (June–September) closes beaches and rough seas stop boats.

Make it yours

A private, customisable trip planned around your preferred dates, subject to availability: stops, pace and hotels can change. Choose vehicle and driver only, or vehicle, driver and hotels; your quotation lists exactly what is included. Local site guides can be arranged on request where available; your chauffeur is not a guide.

Other lengths 9 nights: two nights at Kannur or Udupi

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Trip reference MS-17. Quote it when you call +91 96696 69360.

Relaxed. Two nights at each wildlife stop; safari days start early.

Starts and ends in Bengaluru.

Where you stay

• Bengaluru 1 night
• Mysuru 1 night
• Kabini 2 nights
• Bandipur 2 nights
• BR Hills or Coorg 2 nights

Day by day

1. Day 1 Arrive Bengaluru
2. Day 2 To Mysuru
3. Day 3 To Kabini, evening on the river
4. Day 4 Kabini forest outings
5. Day 5 To Bandipur
6. Day 6 Bandipur
7. Day 7 To BR Hills, or to Coorg until BR Hills safaris are confirmed
8. Day 8 BR Hills or Coorg
9. Day 9 To Bengaluru

The journey page has the full day-by-day detail, hotels and FAQs.

Highlights

Kabini backwaters, Bandipur forest, BR Hills. Suits wildlife enthusiasts, photographers.

Good to know

Last day

The last day includes about 4.5–6 h on the road to Bengaluru; an afternoon or evening flight (or a night in the city) works best.

Safaris

Safaris are shared Forest Department outings booked through your lodge; private safaris are not permitted. Seats are limited, so we confirm them before confirming your trip, and young children (under 2, or under 3 at some lodges) cannot join. Wildlife sightings are never guaranteed.

BR Hills

BR Hills safaris for 2026 are not yet confirmed; until they are, the third stop is planned as Coorg instead.

Forest roads

The forest roads through Bandipur and Mudumalai are closed to traffic from 21:00 to 06:00, so these stretches are driven by day.

Season

Boat outings depend on the water level.

Make it yours

A private, customisable trip planned around your preferred dates, subject to availability: stops, pace and hotels can change. Choose vehicle and driver only, or vehicle, driver and hotels; your quotation lists exactly what is included.

Other lengths 7 nights: ends in Mysuru · 9 nights: a third night at Kabini · BR Hills can be swapped for Coorg or Nagarhole

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Trip reference KA-03. Quote it when you call +91 96696 69360.

Balanced. Two long hill drives, then one-night stops with an early start for the houseboat.

Starts in Coimbatore, ends in Kochi.

Where you stay

• Ooty 2 nights
• Kodaikanal 2 nights
• Munnar 2 nights
• Thekkady 1 night
• Alleppey houseboat 1 night
• Fort Kochi 1 night

Day by day

1. Day 1 Arrive Coimbatore; to Ooty (about 2.5–3 h)
2. Day 2 Ooty and Coonoor
3. Day 3 To Kodaikanal (about 7–8 h), morning start
4. Day 4 Kodaikanal
5. Day 5 To Munnar (about 6–7 h via Theni and Bodimettu)
6. Day 6 Munnar
7. Day 7 To Thekkady (about 3–3.5 h); Periyar
8. Day 8 To an Alleppey houseboat (about 4–4.5 h; leave by 7:30 am)
9. Day 9 To Fort Kochi
10. Day 10 Depart Kochi

Highlights

Three hill stations, Periyar, Houseboat, Fort Kochi. Suits couples, nature lovers.

Good to know

Flights

Starts in Coimbatore and ends in Kochi: plan flights into Coimbatore and out of Kochi.

Pickup

Your pickup in Coimbatore is arranged through our partner network and confirmed in your quotation.

Long day

Day 3 is a long transfer of about 7–8 h (Ooty to Kodaikanal); Day 5 is a long transfer of about 6–7 h (Kodaikanal to Munnar via Theni and Bodi).

Vehicle e-pass

Vehicles entering the Nilgiris (Ooty) and Kodaikanal need a Tamil Nadu e-pass. Required vehicle e-passes and applicable entry conditions are checked for your travel dates. We confirm the arrangements and responsibilities in your quotation. Daily vehicle limits can apply (usually April–June), so entry on a particular day cannot be assumed. Kodaikanal does not allow plastic bottles under 5 litres.

Hill roads

Ooty is reached by the Coonoor or Gudalur roads; the steep Kallatti ghat is not used.

Houseboat

Houseboats board around midday and stay moored at night, so the day before is planned to reach the jetty in time. Boat category, meals and other inclusions are as stated in your quotation.

Periyar boats

Periyar lake boat trips leave at fixed times and can be reduced when the water level is low.

Eravikulam

Eravikulam National Park closes for the Nilgiri tahr calving season (about February–March); other Munnar sights replace it then.

Interstate travel

The vehicle crosses state borders; interstate permit and tax charges are shown in your quotation.

Season

Monsoon June–September.

Make it yours

A private, customisable trip planned around your preferred dates, subject to availability: stops, pace and hotels can change. Choose vehicle and driver only, or vehicle, driver and hotels; your quotation lists exactly what is included.

Other lengths 8 nights: one night in Kodaikanal · 10–12 nights: Coonoor, Gavi or Marari nights

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Trip reference MS-12. Quote it when you call +91 96696 69360.

Fast-paced. Several one-night stops, a pre-dawn start for Dhanushkodi and a 6–7 h day. Suitable for travellers comfortable with longer sightseeing days.

Starts and ends in Kochi. Can also start in Thiruvananthapuram.

Where you stay

• Munnar 2 nights
• Thekkady 1 night
• Madurai 1 night
• Rameswaram 1 night
• Kanyakumari 1 night
• Kovalam 2 nights
• Alleppey houseboat 1 night

Day by day

1. Day 1 Arrive Kochi; to Munnar (about 4 h)
2. Day 2 Munnar
3. Day 3 To Thekkady (about 3–3.5 h)
4. Day 4 To Madurai (about 3.5–4 h); evening ceremony
5. Day 5 To Rameswaram (about 3–4 h); Ramanathaswamy temple in the afternoon session
6. Day 6 Dhanushkodi at first light (leave about 05:30), then down the coast to Kanyakumari (about 6–7 h); sunset
7. Day 7 Sunrise; to Kovalam (about 2–2.5 h)
8. Day 8 Kovalam
9. Day 9 To an Alleppey houseboat (about 4–4.5 h; leave by 7:30 am)
10. Day 10 To Kochi airport (about 2 h)

Highlights

Munnar, Meenakshi temple, Rameswaram, Kanyakumari, Houseboat. Suits pilgrims, families, repeat visitors.

Good to know

Arrival day

Day 1 includes about 4–4.5 h on the road after pickup, so a morning start or arrival works best.

Long day

Day 6 is a long transfer of about 6–7 h (Rameswaram to Kanyakumari).

Houseboat

Houseboats board around midday and stay moored at night, so the day before is planned to reach the jetty in time. Boat category, meals and other inclusions are as stated in your quotation.

Boats and ferries

The Dhanushkodi road is closed by police in rough seas. The Vivekananda Rock ferry runs only in fair weather. We plan an alternative if a sight or boat is not available.

Periyar boats

Periyar lake boat trips leave at fixed times and can be reduced when the water level is low.

Eravikulam

Eravikulam National Park closes for the Nilgiri tahr calving season (about February–March); other Munnar sights replace it then.

Temples

Temples close for part of the day, so sightseeing is planned around their hours. Access and photography rules vary by temple and can change.

Interstate travel

The vehicle crosses state borders; interstate permit and tax charges are shown in your quotation.

Season

North-east monsoon October–December.

Make it yours

A private, customisable trip planned around your preferred dates, subject to availability: stops, pace and hotels can change. Choose vehicle and driver only, or vehicle, driver and hotels; your quotation lists exactly what is included. Local site guides can be arranged on request where available; your chauffeur is not a guide.

Other lengths 8 nights: no houseboat night · 10–11 nights: a second Madurai or Thekkady night

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Trip reference MS-15. Quote it when you call +91 96696 69360.

Balanced. Two or three nights at most stops, with one long 6–7 h day (Chikkamagaluru to Hampi).

Starts in Bengaluru, ends in Hubballi.

Where you stay

• Bengaluru 1 night
• Mysuru 2 nights
• Chikkamagaluru 2 nights
• Hampi 3 nights
• Badami 2 nights

Day by day

1. Day 1 Arrive Bengaluru
2. Day 2 To Mysuru via Somanathapura
3. Day 3 Mysuru
4. Day 4 To Chikkamagaluru via Shravanabelagola and Belur
5. Day 5 Halebidu and the coffee hills
6. Day 6 To Hampi
7. Day 7 Hampi: sacred centre
8. Day 8 Hampi: royal centre and the river
9. Day 9 To Badami
10. Day 10 Pattadakal and Aihole
11. Day 11 Depart Hubballi

The journey page has the full day-by-day detail, hotels and FAQs.

Highlights

Hoysala temples, Hampi, Badami caves, Pattadakal, Aihole. Suits heritage lovers, seniors (2–3 nights per stop).

Good to know

Flights

Starts in Bengaluru and ends in Hubballi: plan flights into Bengaluru and out of Hubballi.

Long day

Day 6 is a long transfer of about 6–7 h (Chikkamagaluru to Hampi).

Temples

Temples close for part of the day, so sightseeing is planned around their hours. Access and photography rules vary by temple and can change.

Season

Hampi and Badami are hot from March to May.

Make it yours

A private, customisable trip planned around your preferred dates, subject to availability: stops, pace and hotels can change. Choose vehicle and driver only, or vehicle, driver and hotels; your quotation lists exactly what is included. Local site guides can be arranged on request where available; your chauffeur is not a guide.

Other lengths 8 nights: start in Hoysala country · 12 nights: add Coorg or Kabini

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Trip reference KA-04. Quote it when you call +91 96696 69360.

Relaxed. Two nights at most stops; drives of up to about 4.5 h.

Starts and ends in Kochi.

Where you stay

• Kochi 2 nights
• Munnar 2 nights
• Thekkady 2 nights
• Kumarakom 1 night
• Houseboat 1 night
• Marari 2 nights

Day by day

1. Day 1 Arrive Kochi
2. Day 2 Fort Kochi
3. Day 3 To Munnar
4. Day 4 Munnar
5. Day 5 To Thekkady
6. Day 6 Thekkady
7. Day 7 To Kumarakom
8. Day 8 Houseboat from Alleppey
9. Day 9 To Marari
10. Day 10 Marari
11. Day 11 Depart Kochi

The journey page has the full day-by-day detail, hotels and FAQs.

Highlights

Fort Kochi, Munnar, Periyar, Houseboat, Marari beach. Suits first-time visitors, couples, seniors.

Good to know

Houseboat

Houseboats board around midday and stay moored at night, so the day before is planned to reach the jetty in time. Boat category, meals and other inclusions are as stated in your quotation.

Periyar boats

Periyar lake boat trips leave at fixed times and can be reduced when the water level is low.

Eravikulam

Eravikulam National Park closes for the Nilgiri tahr calving season (about February–March); other Munnar sights replace it then.

Season

Monsoon June–September.

Make it yours

A private, customisable trip planned around your preferred dates, subject to availability: stops, pace and hotels can change. Choose vehicle and driver only, or vehicle, driver and hotels; your quotation lists exactly what is included.

Other lengths 9 nights: one night at Thekkady · 11 nights: ends at Varkala or Kovalam, flying from Thiruvananthapuram

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Trip reference KL-03. Quote it when you call +91 96696 69360.

Balanced. Two nights at most stops, then two one-night stops that include a 6–7 h day.

Starts in Chennai, ends in Thiruvananthapuram. Can also start in Thiruvananthapuram (route reversed).

Where you stay

• Mahabalipuram 2 nights
• Pondicherry 2 nights
• Thanjavur 2 nights
• Madurai 2 nights
• Rameswaram 1 night
• Kanyakumari 1 night

Day by day

1. Day 1 Arrive Chennai; to Mahabalipuram (about 1.5–2 h)
2. Day 2 Mahabalipuram monuments and the beach
3. Day 3 To Pondicherry (about 2–2.5 h)
4. Day 4 Pondicherry and Auroville
5. Day 5 To Thanjavur (about 4–4.5 h) via Gangaikonda Cholapuram
6. Day 6 Thanjavur and Darasuram
7. Day 7 To Madurai (about 4 h of driving) via Srirangam
8. Day 8 Madurai: Meenakshi temple, palace and markets
9. Day 9 To Rameswaram (about 3–4 h); afternoon temple session
10. Day 10 Early start to Kanyakumari (about 6–7 h); sunset
11. Day 11 Vivekananda Rock by ferry, weather permitting; Thiruvananthapuram airport (about 2.5–3 h)

Highlights

Pallava and Chola temples, Pondicherry, Meenakshi temple, Rameswaram, Kanyakumari. Suits heritage lovers, pilgrims, repeat visitors.

Good to know

Flights

Starts in Chennai and ends in Thiruvananthapuram: plan flights into Chennai and out of Thiruvananthapuram.

Long day

Day 10 is a long transfer of about 6–7 h (Rameswaram to Kanyakumari).

Last day

The last day includes about 2.5–3 h on the road to Thiruvananthapuram; an afternoon or evening flight (or a night in the city) works best.

Boats and ferries

The Dhanushkodi road is closed by police in rough seas. The Vivekananda Rock ferry runs only in fair weather. We plan an alternative if a sight or boat is not available.

Temples

Temples close for part of the day, so sightseeing is planned around their hours. Access and photography rules vary by temple and can change.

Matrimandir

The Matrimandir inner chamber needs a personal booking at least 5 working days ahead; otherwise you visit the viewing point.

Interstate travel

The vehicle crosses state borders; interstate permit and tax charges are shown in your quotation.

Season

North-east monsoon October–early December.

Make it yours

A private, customisable trip planned around your preferred dates, subject to availability: stops, pace and hotels can change. Choose vehicle and driver only, or vehicle, driver and hotels; your quotation lists exactly what is included. Local site guides can be arranged on request where available; your chauffeur is not a guide.

Other lengths 9 nights: one night in Mahabalipuram · 11 nights: a Chettinad night or a second Kanyakumari night

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Balanced. Two nights at most stops; four longer drive days (4–7 h), one with an early start.

Starts in Bengaluru, ends in Kochi. Can also start in Kochi (route reversed).

Where you stay

• Mysuru 2 nights
• Ooty 2 nights
• Kochi 2 nights
• Munnar 2 nights
• Alleppey houseboat 1 night
• Marari or Kochi 1 night

Day by day

1. Day 1 Arrive Bengaluru; to Mysuru (about 3.5–4 h from the airport)
2. Day 2 Mysuru Palace, Chamundi Hill
3. Day 3 To Ooty (about 4.5–5 h) through Bandipur and Mudumalai
4. Day 4 Toy train to Coonoor if seats are available (the car follows); Ooty gardens
5. Day 5 To Kochi (about 6–7 h), or Coimbatore and the train
6. Day 6 Fort Kochi
7. Day 7 To Munnar (about 4–4.5 h)
8. Day 8 Munnar
9. Day 9 To an Alleppey houseboat (about 4–5 h; leave by 7 am)
10. Day 10 To Marari or Kochi
11. Day 11 Depart Kochi

Highlights

Mysuru, Nilgiri toy train, Fort Kochi, Munnar, Houseboat. Suits first-time visitors, families.

Good to know

Flights

Starts in Bengaluru and ends in Kochi: plan flights into Bengaluru and out of Kochi.

Arrival day

Day 1 includes about 3.5–4 h on the road after pickup, so a morning start or arrival works best.

Long day

Day 5 is a long transfer of about 6–7 h (Ooty to Kochi).

Forest roads

The forest roads through Bandipur and Mudumalai are closed to traffic from 21:00 to 06:00, so these stretches are driven by day.

Vehicle e-pass

Vehicles entering the Nilgiris (Ooty) need a Tamil Nadu e-pass. Required vehicle e-passes and applicable entry conditions are checked for your travel dates. We confirm the arrangements and responsibilities in your quotation. Daily vehicle limits can apply (usually April–June), so entry on a particular day cannot be assumed.

Hill roads

Ooty is reached by the Coonoor or Gudalur roads; the steep Kallatti ghat is not used.

Houseboat

Houseboats board around midday and stay moored at night, so the day before is planned to reach the jetty in time. Boat category, meals and other inclusions are as stated in your quotation.

Toy train

Toy-train seats are limited and the line can stop after landslides; the car follows by road as the backup.

Eravikulam

Eravikulam National Park closes for the Nilgiri tahr calving season (about February–March); other Munnar sights replace it then.

Interstate travel

The vehicle crosses state borders; interstate permit and tax charges are shown in your quotation.

Season

Monsoon June–September.

Make it yours

A private, customisable trip planned around your preferred dates, subject to availability: stops, pace and hotels can change. Choose vehicle and driver only, or vehicle, driver and hotels; your quotation lists exactly what is included. Local site guides can be arranged on request where available; your chauffeur is not a guide.

Other lengths 9 nights: no Marari night · 11 nights: a Thekkady night

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Trip reference MS-16. Quote it when you call +91 96696 69360.

Relaxed. Three nights at most stops; no drive longer than about 5.5 h.

Starts and ends in Bengaluru.

Where you stay

• Bengaluru 2 nights
• Mysuru 3 nights
• Coorg 3 nights
• Chikkamagaluru 3 nights
• Bengaluru 1 night

Day by day

1. Day 1 Arrive Bengaluru
2. Day 2 Bengaluru at rest
3. Day 3 To Mysuru
4. Day 4 Mysuru Palace
5. Day 5 Mysuru free or Somanathapura
6. Day 6 To Coorg
7. Day 7 Coorg plantations
8. Day 8 Coorg rest day
9. Day 9 To Chikkamagaluru
10. Day 10 Belur
11. Day 11 Halebidu or rest
12. Day 12 To Bengaluru
13. Day 13 Depart

The journey page has the full day-by-day detail, hotels and FAQs.

Highlights

Three nights per stop, Mysuru, Coorg, Hoysala temples. Suits seniors, long-haul visitors.

Good to know

Hill roads

The Mullayanagiri ridge road may need a timed vehicle slot, takes only smaller vehicles near the top and closes on red-alert days.

Closing days

Mysuru Zoo closes on Tuesdays.

Season

The hills are wet June–September.

Make it yours

A private, customisable trip planned around your preferred dates, subject to availability: stops, pace and hotels can change. Choose vehicle and driver only, or vehicle, driver and hotels; your quotation lists exactly what is included. Local site guides can be arranged on request where available; your chauffeur is not a guide.

Other lengths 10–14 nights, by adding or removing rest days

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Trip reference KA-06. Quote it when you call +91 96696 69360.

Balanced. Two nights at most stops; two longer days (about 4–5 h and 6–7 h) in the second week.

Starts in Bengaluru, ends in Hampi.

Where you stay

• Bengaluru 1 night
• Mysuru 2 nights
• Kabini 2 nights
• Coorg 2 nights
• Chikkamagaluru 2 nights
• Hampi 3 nights

Day by day

1. Day 1 Arrive Bengaluru
2. Day 2 To Mysuru
3. Day 3 Mysuru
4. Day 4 To Kabini
5. Day 5 Kabini
6. Day 6 To Coorg
7. Day 7 Coorg
8. Day 8 To Chikkamagaluru
9. Day 9 Belur and Halebidu
10. Day 10 To Hampi
11. Day 11 Hampi
12. Day 12 Hampi
13. Day 13 Depart (flight, train or road)

The journey page has the full day-by-day detail, hotels and FAQs.

Highlights

Mysuru Palace, Kabini, Coorg, Hoysala temples, Hampi. Suits first-time visitors, families.

Good to know

Flights

Starts in Bengaluru and ends in Hampi. From Hampi you can fly from Jindal Vijayanagar airport (subject to current flight schedules and availability), take a train from Hosapete, or drive on.

Long day

Day 10 is a long transfer of about 6–7 h (Chikkamagaluru to Hampi).

Safaris

Safaris are shared Forest Department outings booked through your lodge; private safaris are not permitted. Seats are limited, so we confirm them before confirming your trip, and young children (under 2, or under 3 at some lodges) cannot join. Wildlife sightings are never guaranteed.

Season

Hampi is hot from March to May; the hills are wet June–September.

Make it yours

A private, customisable trip planned around your preferred dates, subject to availability: stops, pace and hotels can change. Choose vehicle and driver only, or vehicle, driver and hotels; your quotation lists exactly what is included. Local site guides can be arranged on request where available; your chauffeur is not a guide.

Other lengths 10 nights: one night each in Mysuru and Chikkamagaluru · add 2 nights in Badami · 14–15 nights: finish with 2–3 beach nights at Gokarna

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Trip reference KA-05. Quote it when you call +91 96696 69360.

Relaxed. Two or three nights at most stops; days are planned around temple opening hours.

Starts in Chennai, ends in Madurai. Can also start in Madurai (route reversed).

Where you stay

• Chennai 1 night
• Mahabalipuram 2 nights
• Pondicherry 2 nights
• Thanjavur 3 nights
• Chettinad 2 nights
• Madurai 2 nights

Day by day

1. Day 1 Arrive Chennai
2. Day 2 To Mahabalipuram
3. Day 3 Mahabalipuram
4. Day 4 To Pondicherry
5. Day 5 Pondicherry
6. Day 6 To Thanjavur via Chidambaram
7. Day 7 Thanjavur
8. Day 8 Delta temples
9. Day 9 To Chettinad via Trichy
10. Day 10 Chettinad
11. Day 11 To Madurai
12. Day 12 Madurai
13. Day 13 Depart Madurai

The journey page has the full day-by-day detail, hotels and FAQs.

Highlights

Pallava monuments, Chola temples, Chettinad mansions, Meenakshi temple. Suits heritage lovers, seniors.

Good to know

Flights

Starts in Chennai and ends in Madurai: plan flights into Chennai and out of Madurai.

Temples

Temples close for part of the day, so sightseeing is planned around their hours. Access and photography rules vary by temple and can change.

Matrimandir

The Matrimandir inner chamber needs a personal booking at least 5 working days ahead; otherwise you visit the viewing point.

Season

North-east monsoon rain October–early December.

Make it yours

A private, customisable trip planned around your preferred dates, subject to availability: stops, pace and hotels can change. Choose vehicle and driver only, or vehicle, driver and hotels; your quotation lists exactly what is included. Local site guides can be arranged on request where available; your chauffeur is not a guide.

Other lengths 10 nights: two nights in Thanjavur, one in Chettinad · 14 nights: add Kodaikanal or a Palani Hills estate · Kanchipuram, Rameswaram or Kanyakumari can be added

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Trip reference TN-02. Quote it when you call +91 96696 69360.

Balanced. Two nights at most stops; one very long day from Wayanad to Kochi, which can be split with an extra night.

Starts in Bengaluru, ends in Kochi. Can also start in Kochi (route reversed).

Where you stay

• Bengaluru 1 night
• Mysuru 1 night
• Coorg 2 nights
• Wayanad 2 nights
• Kochi 2 nights
• Munnar 2 nights
• Thekkady 1 night
• Houseboat 1 night
• Marari or Kochi 1 night

Day by day

1. Day 1 Arrive Bengaluru
2. Day 2 To Mysuru
3. Day 3 To Coorg
4. Day 4 Coorg
5. Day 5 To Wayanad
6. Day 6 Wayanad
7. Day 7 To Kochi
8. Day 8 Kochi
9. Day 9 To Munnar
10. Day 10 Munnar
11. Day 11 To Thekkady
12. Day 12 To the backwaters
13. Day 13 To Marari
14. Day 14 Depart Kochi

The journey page has the full day-by-day detail, hotels and FAQs.

Highlights

Coorg, Wayanad, Munnar, Periyar, Houseboat. Suits nature lovers, couples.

Good to know

Flights

Starts in Bengaluru and ends in Kochi: plan flights into Bengaluru and out of Kochi.

Long day

Day 7, from Wayanad to Kochi, is a very long transfer; we can add a night in Kozhikode or Thrissur to split it.

Forest roads

The Coorg–Wayanad forest road is driven by day.

Hill roads

The ghat roads into Wayanad, including the Thamarassery ghat from Kozhikode, can see long delays from roadworks, heavy rain and peak traffic; transfers are planned around current road conditions, so drive times are a guide only.

Houseboat

Houseboats board around midday and stay moored at night, so the day before is planned to reach the jetty in time. Boat category, meals and other inclusions are as stated in your quotation.

Periyar boats

Periyar lake boat trips leave at fixed times and can be reduced when the water level is low.

Eravikulam

Eravikulam National Park closes for the Nilgiri tahr calving season (about February–March); other Munnar sights replace it then.

Closing days

Several Wayanad sights close on Mondays.

Interstate travel

The vehicle crosses state borders; interstate permit and tax charges are shown in your quotation.

Season

Monsoon June–September.

Make it yours

A private, customisable trip planned around your preferred dates, subject to availability: stops, pace and hotels can change. Choose vehicle and driver only, or vehicle, driver and hotels; your quotation lists exactly what is included.

Other lengths 12 nights: fly home after the houseboat · can run in reverse from Kochi

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Trip reference MS-02. Quote it when you call +91 96696 69360.

Relaxed. Two nights at most stops; two longer days of about 5–6 h.

Starts in Bengaluru, ends in Kochi. Can also start in Kochi (route reversed).

Where you stay

• Bengaluru 1 night
• Mysuru 2 nights
• Nagarhole 2 nights
• Ooty 2 nights
• Coimbatore 1 night
• Kochi 2 nights
• Houseboat 1 night
• Marari 2 nights

Day by day

1. Day 1 Arrive Bengaluru
2. Day 2 To Mysuru
3. Day 3 Mysuru
4. Day 4 To Nagarhole
5. Day 5 Nagarhole
6. Day 6 To Ooty
7. Day 7 Ooty; the toy train if seats are available
8. Day 8 To Coimbatore
9. Day 9 To Kochi
10. Day 10 Kochi
11. Day 11 To the backwaters
12. Day 12 To Marari
13. Day 13 Marari
14. Day 14 Depart Kochi

The journey page has the full day-by-day detail, hotels and FAQs.

Highlights

Mysuru Palace, Nagarhole, Nilgiri toy train, Fort Kochi, Houseboat, Marari. Suits first-time visitors, families.

Good to know

Flights

Starts in Bengaluru and ends in Kochi: plan flights into Bengaluru and out of Kochi.

Safaris

Safaris are shared Forest Department outings booked through your lodge; private safaris are not permitted. Seats are limited, so we confirm them before confirming your trip, and young children (under 2, or under 3 at some lodges) cannot join. Wildlife sightings are never guaranteed.

Forest roads

The forest roads through Bandipur and Mudumalai are closed to traffic from 21:00 to 06:00, so these stretches are driven by day.

Vehicle e-pass

Vehicles entering the Nilgiris (Ooty) need a Tamil Nadu e-pass. Required vehicle e-passes and applicable entry conditions are checked for your travel dates. We confirm the arrangements and responsibilities in your quotation. Daily vehicle limits can apply (usually April–June), so entry on a particular day cannot be assumed.

Hill roads

Ooty is reached by the Coonoor or Gudalur roads; the steep Kallatti ghat is not used.

Houseboat

Houseboats board around midday and stay moored at night, so the day before is planned to reach the jetty in time. Boat category, meals and other inclusions are as stated in your quotation.

Toy train

Toy-train seats are limited and the line can stop after landslides; the car follows by road as the backup.

Interstate travel

The vehicle crosses state borders; interstate permit and tax charges are shown in your quotation.

Season

Monsoon June–September.

Make it yours

A private, customisable trip planned around your preferred dates, subject to availability: stops, pace and hotels can change. Choose vehicle and driver only, or vehicle, driver and hotels; your quotation lists exactly what is included.

Other lengths 14 nights: an extra night at Marari or Ooty · can run in reverse from Kochi

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Trip reference MS-03. Quote it when you call +91 96696 69360.

Balanced. Two nights at most stops, with three long days of 5–6.5 h.

Starts in Thiruvananthapuram, ends in Mangaluru.

Where you stay

• Kovalam 2 nights
• Thekkady 2 nights
• Munnar 2 nights
• Kumarakom 1 night
• Houseboat 1 night
• Fort Kochi 2 nights
• Thalassery 2 nights
• Bekal 1 night

Day by day

1. Day 1 Arrive Thiruvananthapuram; to Kovalam
2. Day 2 Thiruvananthapuram city or the beach
3. Day 3 To Thekkady (about 5–6 h)
4. Day 4 Periyar
5. Day 5 To Munnar (about 3–3.5 h)
6. Day 6 Munnar
7. Day 7 To Kumarakom (about 3.5–4.5 h)
8. Day 8 Houseboat
9. Day 9 To Fort Kochi (about 1.5–2 h)
10. Day 10 Fort Kochi
11. Day 11 To Thalassery (about 5.5–6.5 h via Thrissur and Kozhikode, or by train)
12. Day 12 Thalassery and Kannur; theyyam where performances occur
13. Day 13 To Bekal (about 2–2.5 h)
14. Day 14 To Mangaluru airport (about 2–2.5 h)

Highlights

Kovalam, Periyar, Munnar, Backwaters, Fort Kochi, Malabar coast. Suits long-stay visitors, repeat visitors.

Good to know

Flights

Starts in Thiruvananthapuram and ends in Mangaluru: plan flights into Thiruvananthapuram and out of Mangaluru.

Pickup

Your pickup in Thiruvananthapuram is arranged through our partner network and confirmed in your quotation.

Long day

Day 11 is a long transfer of about 5.5–6.5 h (Kochi to Thalassery).

Houseboat

Houseboats board around midday and stay moored at night, so the day before is planned to reach the jetty in time. Boat category, meals and other inclusions are as stated in your quotation.

Periyar boats

Periyar lake boat trips leave at fixed times and can be reduced when the water level is low.

Eravikulam

Eravikulam National Park closes for the Nilgiri tahr calving season (about February–March); other Munnar sights replace it then.

Theyyam

Theyyam is seasonal (mostly November–May), often held at night, and never guaranteed.

Interstate travel

The vehicle crosses state borders; interstate permit and tax charges are shown in your quotation.

Season

Monsoon June–September.

Make it yours

A private, customisable trip planned around your preferred dates, subject to availability: stops, pace and hotels can change. Choose vehicle and driver only, or vehicle, driver and hotels; your quotation lists exactly what is included. Local site guides can be arranged on request where available; your chauffeur is not a guide.

Other lengths 11 nights: one night each at Kovalam and Thalassery · 15 nights: two houseboat nights or a Wayanad stop

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Trip reference KL-10. Quote it when you call +91 96696 69360.

Relaxed. Two nights at most stops; drives of up to about 5 h.

Starts in Chennai, ends in Kochi. Can also start in Kochi (route reversed).

Where you stay

• Mahabalipuram 2 nights
• Pondicherry 2 nights
• Thanjavur 2 nights
• Madurai 2 nights
• Thekkady 2 nights
• Munnar 2 nights
• Houseboat or Kumarakom 1 night
• Kochi 1 night

Day by day

1. Day 1 Arrive Chennai, to Mahabalipuram
2. Day 2 Mahabalipuram
3. Day 3 To Pondicherry
4. Day 4 Pondicherry
5. Day 5 To Thanjavur
6. Day 6 Thanjavur
7. Day 7 To Madurai
8. Day 8 Madurai
9. Day 9 To Thekkady
10. Day 10 Thekkady
11. Day 11 To Munnar
12. Day 12 Munnar
13. Day 13 To the backwaters
14. Day 14 To Kochi
15. Day 15 Depart Kochi

The journey page has the full day-by-day detail, hotels and FAQs.

Highlights

Mahabalipuram, Chola temples, Meenakshi temple, Munnar, Backwaters. Suits first-time visitors, seniors.

Good to know

Flights

Starts in Chennai and ends in Kochi: plan flights into Chennai and out of Kochi.

Houseboat

Houseboats board around midday and stay moored at night, so the day before is planned to reach the jetty in time. Boat category, meals and other inclusions are as stated in your quotation.

Periyar boats

Periyar lake boat trips leave at fixed times and can be reduced when the water level is low.

Eravikulam

Eravikulam National Park closes for the Nilgiri tahr calving season (about February–March); other Munnar sights replace it then.

Temples

Temples close for part of the day, so sightseeing is planned around their hours. Access and photography rules vary by temple and can change.

Matrimandir

The Matrimandir inner chamber needs a personal booking at least 5 working days ahead; otherwise you visit the viewing point.

Interstate travel

The vehicle crosses state borders; interstate permit and tax charges are shown in your quotation.

Season

North-east monsoon in Tamil Nadu October–December.

Make it yours

A private, customisable trip planned around your preferred dates, subject to availability: stops, pace and hotels can change. Choose vehicle and driver only, or vehicle, driver and hotels; your quotation lists exactly what is included. Local site guides can be arranged on request where available; your chauffeur is not a guide.

Other lengths 13 nights: one night in Thekkady · 16 nights: two nights at Marari · can run in reverse from Kochi

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Trip reference MS-04. Quote it when you call +91 96696 69360.

Balanced. Two nights at most stops over three weeks; one very long day from Kochi to Wayanad, which can be split with an extra night.

Starts in Chennai, ends in Bengaluru. Can also start in Bengaluru (route reversed).

Where you stay

• Mahabalipuram 2 nights
• Pondicherry 2 nights
• Thanjavur 2 nights
• Madurai 2 nights
• Thekkady 2 nights
• Kumarakom 1 night
• Houseboat 1 night
• Kochi 2 nights
• Wayanad 2 nights
• Kabini 2 nights
• Mysuru 2 nights
• Bengaluru 1 night

Day by day

1. Day 1 Arrive Chennai, to Mahabalipuram
2. Day 2 Mahabalipuram
3. Day 3 To Pondicherry
4. Day 4 Pondicherry
5. Day 5 To Thanjavur
6. Day 6 Thanjavur
7. Day 7 To Madurai
8. Day 8 Madurai
9. Day 9 To Thekkady
10. Day 10 Thekkady
11. Day 11 To Kumarakom
12. Day 12 Houseboat
13. Day 13 To Kochi
14. Day 14 Kochi
15. Day 15 To Wayanad
16. Day 16 Wayanad
17. Day 17 To Kabini
18. Day 18 Kabini
19. Day 19 To Mysuru
20. Day 20 Mysuru
21. Day 21 To Bengaluru
22. Day 22 Depart Bengaluru

The journey page has the full day-by-day detail, hotels and FAQs.

Highlights

Three states, Temples, Backwaters, Wayanad, Kabini, Mysuru. Suits long-stay visitors, NRI families.

Good to know

Flights

Starts in Chennai and ends in Bengaluru: plan flights into Chennai and out of Bengaluru.

Long day

Day 15, from Kochi to Wayanad, is a very long transfer; we can add a night in Thrissur or Kozhikode to split it.

Safaris

Safaris are shared Forest Department outings booked through your lodge; private safaris are not permitted. Seats are limited, so we confirm them before confirming your trip, and young children (under 2, or under 3 at some lodges) cannot join. Wildlife sightings are never guaranteed.

Forest roads

The Bavali forest checkpost between Wayanad and Kabini closes at 18:00, so that stretch is driven by day.

Hill roads

The ghat roads into Wayanad, including the Thamarassery ghat from Kozhikode, can see long delays from roadworks, heavy rain and peak traffic; transfers are planned around current road conditions, so drive times are a guide only.

Houseboat

Houseboats board around midday and stay moored at night, so the day before is planned to reach the jetty in time. Boat category, meals and other inclusions are as stated in your quotation.

Periyar boats

Periyar lake boat trips leave at fixed times and can be reduced when the water level is low.

Temples

Temples close for part of the day, so sightseeing is planned around their hours. Access and photography rules vary by temple and can change.

Matrimandir

The Matrimandir inner chamber needs a personal booking at least 5 working days ahead; otherwise you visit the viewing point.

Closing days

Several Wayanad sights close on Mondays.

Interstate travel

The vehicle crosses state borders; interstate permit and tax charges are shown in your quotation.

Season

Plan around the monsoons: Kerala June–September, Tamil Nadu October–December.

Make it yours

A private, customisable trip planned around your preferred dates, subject to availability: stops, pace and hotels can change. Choose vehicle and driver only, or vehicle, driver and hotels; your quotation lists exactly what is included. Local site guides can be arranged on request where available; your chauffeur is not a guide.

Other lengths 19 nights: without Kabini · up to 25 nights with Munnar, Coorg or Marari · can run in reverse from Bengaluru

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Trip reference MS-05. Quote it when you call +91 96696 69360.