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| Overview |
Lush and tropical, southern India is inspiring and delightful. Beneath the green shade of a coastal paradise, meet with locals in their fishing villages and tribal homes. Join them in the bazaars, and on buses and boats or even on pilgrimage in Madurai, the city of temples. South India's spirituality, mist-clad Nilgiri ranges, friendly people and wild animal sanctuaries make it a fascinating part of India to explore.
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The traveller may be required to pay the tour leader a small "tour kitty" to cover local expenses. This may or may not apply to this tour. Call if you have questions. |
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Starting rate per person based
on two people sharing. Single room rate on request. Please refer to the box to the left for approximate currency
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This tour is billed in Canadian Dollars. |
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Lush and tropical, southern India is inspiring and delightful. Beneath the green shade of a coastal paradise, meet with locals in their fishing villages and tribal homes. Join them in the bazaars, and on buses and boats or even on pilgrimage in Madurai, the city of temples. South India's spirituality, mist-clad Nilgiri ranges, friendly people and wild animal sanctuaries make it a fascinating part of India to explore.
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The traveller may be required to pay the tour leader a small "tour kitty" to cover local expenses. This may or may not apply to this tour. Call if you have questions. |
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Join pilgrims in Madurai, Soak up the French influences in Pondicherry, Savour the aromas at a spice farm, Experience island life on a homestay in the Kerala backwaters, Explore the abundant Periyar National Park, Ride a train through tea plantations in Ootacamund, Admire the mish-mash of colonial styles in Kochi, Safari into the wilds of Mudumalai National Park, Cycle around the fishing village of Mamallapuram, Be awed by Mysore's ornate Maharaja's Palace |
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- Hotel (11 nts), Jungle resort (1 nt), Overnight sleeper train (1 nt), Homestay (1 nt)
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- Auto rickshaw, Ferry, Train, Private vehicle, 4x4 Safari Vehicle, Overnight sleeper train, Bus, Boat
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Days 1-2 KochiVisit fragrant spice bazaars, antique shops, Mattancherry Palace and Fort Cochin. Enjoy an exciting Kathakali dance performance in the evening. Days 3-4 OotacamundRide the famous Ootacamund toy train through rolling plantations and learn the secret of making the perfect brew at a tea garden. Day 5 Mudumalai National ParkStay in a jungle retreat at the foot of the Nilgiri Hills. Safari into the wilds of Mudumalai National Park, home to tigers, panthers, elephants and spotted deer. Days 6-7 MysoreView the illuminated stained glass windows of the ornate Palace of Mysore, once belonging to the Maharaja. Dine with a long-time friend of Intrepid and travel to the Keshava Temple - a great example of Hoysala architecture. Day 8 MamallapuramTravel to Mamallapuram, cycle around the Shore Temple and see the massive rock carving known as Arjuna's Penance. Day 9 PondicherryFollow the scenic south coast of India to French-influenced Pondicherry and visit the Sri Aurobindo Ashram. Day 10 MaduraiWitness mysterious rituals in the Sri Meenakshi Temple, a labyrinth of lamp-lit corridors and shrines in the heart of Madurai. Days 11-12 Periyar National ParkTravel through rubber, tea and coffee plantations, and then breathe in the fresh aroma of spices on a visit to a spice farm. At Periyar National Park, join a forest guide and try to track herds of elephants. Day 13 Kerala Backwaters HomestayShare a traditional feast with a local family and take a sunset boat tour through the Kerala backwaters. Days 14-15 KochiEnjoy free time to explore the vibrant streets of Kochi and admire the medieval Portuguese, Dutch and British Raj architecture before wrapping up this southern Indian adventure.
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