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Must See Places in Eastern Himalaya & South India

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Duration

25 Nights/ 26 Days

Tour Type

Daily Tour

Group Size

8 people

Languages

English

Overview

Begin in colonial Kolkata with its majestic British-era monuments before soaring into the serene Eastern Himalayas, home to Buddhist monasteries, pristine lakes, and tea gardens. Next, fly south to Hyderabad to uncover royal heritage and explore stunning UNESCO sites like Ramappa and Hampi. Continue to Kerala’s tranquil backwaters and spice-covered hills, then dive into Tamil Nadu’s vibrant Dravidian temple towns. This expansive journey weaves culture, heritage, nature, and devotion across India’s east and south, culminating in Chennai’s colonial coastal charm.

Highlights

  • Marvel at Eastern Himalayan landscapes and monasteries in Darjeeling, Pelling & Gangtok
  • Explore regal Hyderabad and UNESCO-listed Ramappa Temple
  • Discover Hampi, Aihole & Pattadakal, architectural marvels of South India
  • Cruise through Alleppey's enchanting backwaters aboard a private houseboat
  • Admire Tamil Nadu’s grand temples and colonial charm of Pondicherry and Chennai

Bulk discount (by Percent)

Bulk discount adult
# Discount group From adult To adult Value
1 Discount on 2-person group 2 2 43.7%
2 Discount on 3-person group 3 3 41.6%
3 Discount on 4-person group 4 4 50.0%
4 Discount on 5-person group 5 5 47.5%
5 Discount on 6-person group 6 6 53.4%
6 Discount on 7-person group 7 7 51.1%
7 Discount on 8-person group 8 8 56.4%

Itinerary

Day 1: Arrive Kolkata

Assistance on arrival and transfer to hotel.
Rest time for personal activities and relaxation.
Overnight at hotel.

Day 2: Kolkata City Tour

Breakfast at hotel.
Visit Fort William, a grand Raj-era edifice along the River Hooghly.
Explore Victoria Memorial and its museum showcasing colonial artifacts.
Tour Netaji Bhawan, home of Indian freedom fighter Subhas Chandra Bose.
Walk across the iconic Howrah Bridge.
Visit Dakshineswar Kali Temple along the riverbank.
Overnight at hotel.

Day 3: Fly to Bagdogra / Drive to Darjeeling (75kms)

Breakfast at hotel.
Transfer to airport, fly to Bagdogra.
Drive to Darjeeling through scenic tea gardens.
Check-in and explore The Mall at leisure.
Overnight at hotel.

Day 4: Darjeeling Sightseeing

Visit Tiger Hill for sunrise views of Kanchenjunga & Everest.
Explore Ghoom Monastery and Batasia Loop.
Breakfast at hotel.
Visit Himalayan Mountaineering Institute & Zoological Park.
See Tenzing Rock, Ropeway viewpoint & Lloyd Botanical Garden.
Ride UNESCO Toy Train and visit Tibetan villages & monasteries.
Overnight at hotel.

Day 5: Drive to Pelling (72kms)

Breakfast at hotel.
Drive to Pelling and check in.
Visit Pemayangtse Monastery & Rabdentse Ruins.
Explore Tashiding & Sanga Choeling Monasteries.
See Rimbi Waterfalls for scenic relaxation.
Overnight at hotel.

Day 6: Drive to Gangtok (130kms)

Breakfast at hotel.
Drive via Temi Tea Gardens and Rangpo.
Check-in and visit Do Drul Chorten and Cottage Industries.
Explore Lal Bazaar local market.
Overnight at hotel.

Day 7: Gangtok Excursion

Breakfast at hotel.
Excursion to Tsomgo Lake for bird watching.
Visit Rumtek Monastery, Bakthang Waterfalls & Tashi Viewpoint.
Explore Ganesh Tok, Enchey Monastery & Zoological Park.
Overnight at hotel.

Day 8: Drive via Kalimpong / Fly to Hyderabad

Breakfast at hotel.
Visit Kalimpong attractions: Durpin Monastery, Deolo Park, MacFarlane Church.
Continue to Bagdogra and fly to Hyderabad.
Arrival transfer to hotel.
Overnight at hotel.

Day 9: Hyderabad City Tour

Breakfast at hotel.
Visit Golconda Fort & Qutb Shahi Tombs.
See Charminar and explore Laad Bazaar.
Tour Salar Jung Museum & Chowmahalla Palace.
Visit Birla Mandir and drive past Hussain Sagar Lake.
Overnight at hotel.

Day 10: Excursion to Warangal & Ramappa Temple (300kms round trip)

Breakfast at hotel.
Visit Warangal Fort and Thousand Pillar Temple.
Explore UNESCO-listed Ramappa Temple.
Return to Hyderabad.
Overnight at hotel.

Day 11: Fly to Hampi

Breakfast at hotel.
Transfer to airport, fly to Vijayanagar.
Arrival transfer to hotel in Hampi.
Rest and relax.
Overnight at hotel.

Day 12: Hampi Heritage Tour

Breakfast at hotel.
Visit Hazara Rama Temple & Mahanavami Dibba.
Explore Virupaksha & Vittala Temples, Lotus Mahal & ASI Museum.
Overnight at hotel.

Day 13: Drive to Badami via Lakkundi & Gadag (150kms)

Breakfast at hotel.
Visit stepwells and temples at Lakkundi.
Explore Trikuteshwara Temple in Gadag.
Continue to Badami and check in.
Overnight at hotel.

Day 14: Aihole, Pattadakal & Badami Caves

Breakfast at hotel.
Excursion to Aihole and Pattadakal temples.
Visit Badami Cave Temples and Agastya Lake.
Explore Badami Fort and Shivalaya complexes.
Overnight at hotel.

Day 15: Fly to Cochin via Hubli

Breakfast at hotel.
Drive to Hubli and fly to Cochin.
Arrival transfer to hotel.
Evening Kathakali dance performance.
Overnight at hotel.

Day 16: Cochin Tour & Drive to Alleppey (60kms)

Breakfast at hotel.
Visit Fort Cochin, Dutch Palace, Jewish Synagogue & St. Francis Church.
Drive to Alleppey, board houseboat for backwater cruise.
Enjoy meals and sunset views onboard.
Lunch, dinner & overnight on houseboat.

Day 17: Drive to Thekkady (160kms)

Breakfast at houseboat.
Drive to Thekkady and check in.
Evening watch Martial Arts & Kathakali show.
Overnight at hotel.

Day 18: Thekkady Wildlife & Spice Plantation
Breakfast at hotel.
Boat safari in Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary.
Take a spice plantation tour and visit local markets.
Overnight at hotel.
Day 19: Drive to Munnar via Ramakkalmedu (100kms)

Breakfast at hotel.
Visit Ramakkalmedu wind farms & Kuravan-Kurathi statue.
Continue to Munnar, check in and relax.
Overnight at hotel.

Day 20: Munnar Sightseeing

Breakfast at hotel.
Visit Pothamedu viewpoint & Mattupetty Dam.
Explore Eravikulam NP & Tea Museum.
See Echo Point & Mattupetty Dairy Farm.
Overnight at hotel.

Day 21: Drive to Madurai (160kms)

Breakfast at hotel.
Drive to Madurai and check in.
Visit Meenakshi Temple & Thirumalai Nayakar Palace.
See Alagar Koil & Tiruparankundram Temples.
Overnight at hotel.

Day 22: Drive to Thanjavur via Trichy (190kms)

Breakfast at hotel.
Visit Trichy temples: Ranganathaswamy, Rock Fort & Jambukeswarar.
Continue to Thanjavur and check in.
Visit Brihadeshwara Temple & Thanjavur Palace Museum.
Overnight at hotel.

Day 23: Drive to Pondicherry via Darasuram & Chidambaram (180kms)

Breakfast at hotel.
Visit Airavateshwarar Temple & Gangaikondacholapuram.
Explore Chidambaram Nataraja Temple.
Drive to Pondicherry and check in.
Overnight at hotel.

Day 24: Pondicherry Exploration

Breakfast at hotel.
Visit Auroville and Matrimandir.
Explore French Quarter & Pondicherry Museum.
Free time to relax at the beach.
Overnight at hotel.

Day 25: Drive to Chennai via Mahabalipuram & Kanchipuram (240kms)

Breakfast at hotel.
Visit Mahabalipuram: Five Rathas, Shore Temple & Arjuna’s Penance.
Explore Kanchipuram temples: Kailasanathar, Ekambareswarar & Kamakshi.
Continue to Chennai and check in.
Overnight at hotel.

Day 26: Chennai City Tour & Departure

Breakfast at hotel.
Visit Fort St. George, St. Mary’s Church & Kapaleeshwarar Temple.
Explore Government Museum & Marina Beach.
Transfer to airport for departure flight.

Included/Excluded

  • Assistance on arrival at airport.
  • 25 Night's accommodation in 5-Star hotels.
  • Daily breakfast and meal as per day plan.
  • Private air-conditioned deluxe car for airport transfer, sightseeing and excursion as per program.
  • English speaking tour guide on sightseeing days (local guide in each city), as per program.
  • Monuments entrances and activities charges mentioned in the itinerary.
  • Bottled drinking water in car.
  • Government taxes.
  • Kolkata - Bagdogra - Hyderabad - Hampi & Hubli - Cochin flight tickets approx ₹20500 per person in economy class.
  • Camera charges at monuments.
  • Expenses of personal nature like liquor, laundry, tips, telephone, fax, internet etc.
  • Gratuities & optional activities.
  • Anything not mentioned in inclusions.

Tour's Location

FAQs

What is the standard of the hotels on this tour?

Q: What kind of hotel accommodation is included in the package price?
We provide accommodation at carefully selected 5-star hotels or the best available quality options in remote regions where luxury properties are limited. Hotels are chosen for their comfort, location, and service standards. In case a specific hotel is unavailable, an equivalent standard property will be offered.

Hotels used or similar for this tour (25 Nights Accommodation):
Kolkata – 2 Nights: ITC Sonar, a Luxury Collection OR The Lalit Great Eastern
Darjeeling – 2 Nights: Mayfair OR Ging Tea House
Pelling – 1 Night: The Elgin Mount Pandim OR Chumbi Mountain Retreat & Spa
Gangtok – 2 Nights: Mayfair Spa Resort & Casino OR Tashiling Residency Hotel & Spa
Hyderabad – 3 Nights: ITC Kakatiya, a Luxury Collection OR Trident Hotel
Hampi – 2 Nights: Evolve Back, Hampi
Badami – 2 Nights: Morpho Banashree Resort OR WADA1
Cochin – 1 Night: Kochi Marriott Hotel OR Xandari Harbour
Thekkady – 2 Nights: Spice Village OR Hills & Hues
Munnar – 2 Nights: Chandys Windy Woods OR Blanket Hotel & Spa
Madurai – 1 Night: Courtyard by Marriott OR The Gateway Hotel Pasumalai
Thanjavur – 1 Night: Svatma
Pondicherry – 2 Nights: Palais De Mahe OR La Villa
Chennai – 1 Night: Radisson Blu Hotel GRT Chennai OR Hilton Chennai

Q: Can I request a specific hotel or upgrade the hotel category?

Yes, we offer flexibility to upgrade hotels to luxury five-star or boutique properties at an additional cost, subject to availability. You can also request specific hotels during the booking process, and we will do our best to accommodate your preference.

Q: Are breakfast and other meals included at the hotels?

Breakfast is generally included with hotel stays unless stated otherwise. Lunch and dinner are optional and can be added to your package upon request. You can also explore local dining during the tour.

Q: Will I get confirmation for the exact hotels before my trip?

Yes, once your booking is confirmed, we will share the final list of hotel names and contact details along with your tour confirmation documents.

Q: I’m looking for a more budget-friendly tour. Can you provide prices with standard or 4-star hotels?

Absolutely! We understand that every traveler has different preferences and budgets. If you prefer standard accommodation or 4-star hotel options instead of the default 5-star hotels, we can customize the tour and provide a tailored quote based on your requirements.

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