Southern India: West to East Coast

Southern India: West to East Coast

• Trip code: 485X028
• Dauer: 8
• Stil: Classic

South India is a feast for the senses — and this journey serves up the very best. Drift through Kochi’s backwaters, where spice-scented streets reveal centuries of history. Wander royal halls in Mysore, lose yourself in the buzz of colourful markets, and follow the coastline to Mamallapuram’s sculpted temples that glow at sunset. Add in the beautiful and historic Sultan Bathery's countryside, and you’ve got an adventure that blends history, culture, and just the right amount of coastal calm.

Übersicht

Accommodation

Hotels (7 nts)

Checklist

Documents:
• Flight info (required) (Printouts of e-tickets may be required at the border)
• Insurance info (required) (With photocopies)
• Passport (required) (With photocopies)
• Vouchers and pre-departure information (required)
• Visas or vaccination certificates (With photocopies)

Essentials:
• Toiletries (required) (Shampoo, bodywash, soap, etc.)
• Binoculars (optional)
• Camera (With extra memory cards and batteries)
• Cash, credit and debit cards
• Day pack (Used for daily excursions or short overnights)
• Ear plugs
• First-aid kit (should contain lip balm with sunscreen, sunscreen, whistle, Aspirin, Ibuprofen, bandaids/plasters, tape, anti-histamines, antibacterial gel/wipes, antiseptic cream, Imodium or similar tablets for mild cases of diarrhea, rehydration powder, water purification tablets or drops, insect repellent, sewing kit, extra prescription drugs you may be taking)
• Flashlight/torch (Headlamps are ideal)
• Fleece top/sweater
• Footwear
• Hat
• Headphones (Noise-cancelling recommended)
• Locks for bags
• Long pants/jeans
• Moneybelt
• Outlet adapter
• Personal entertainment (Reading and writing materials, cards, music player, etc.)
• Reusable water bottle
• Shirts/t-shirts
• Sleepwear
• Small travel towel
• Sunglasses
• Swimwear
• Watch and alarm clock
• Waterproof backpack cover
• Windproof rain jacket

Health & Safety:
• Face masks (Clients will be only be required to wear a face mask where it is mandated by local regulations.)
• Hand sanitizer
• Pen (Please bring your own pen for filling out documents.)

Group Leader

CEO (Chief Experience Officer) throughout, local guides

Group Size Notes

Max 16

Meals Included

Keine inbegriffene Mahlzeiten

Meal Budget

Plane USD195-255 für nicht inbegriffene Mahlzeiten ein

Optional Activities

Keine optionale Aktivitäten

Start / Finish

Kochi nach Māmallapuram

Transport

Walking, Basic Overnight Train, Private Vehicle, Local Train

What's Included

Dein Welcome-Moment: Anreise und Begrüßungstreffen. Wayanad Nature Walk. Wayanad Tea Factory Visit. Chamundi Hills Visit. Mysore Palace Visit. Mysore Free time. Free time in Mamallapuram. Sunrise Shore Temple Visit

Highlights

Stroll Kochi’s historic Jew Town and explore the Dutch Palace and St. Francis Church, Step inside Mysore Palace, wander Srirangapatna, and taste the colours of Devraja Market, Relax at Mamallapuram’s stunning Shore Temples on the Bay of Bengal, Explore Sultan Bathery's tea factory and beautiful nature

Introduction

South India is a feast for the senses — and this journey serves up the very best. Drift through Kochi’s backwaters, where spice-scented streets reveal centuries of history. Wander royal halls in Mysore, lose yourself in the buzz of colourful markets, and follow the coastline to Mamallapuram’s sculpted temples that glow at sunset. Add in the beautiful and historic Sultan Bathery's countryside, and you’ve got an adventure that blends history, culture, and just the right amount of coastal calm

Internationale Flüge

No, international flights are generally not included in the price of your tour.

However, on some combo tours travelling between two different countries, international flights are included as part of the itinerary and price of the tour. Please speak to your GCO or booking agent for further details.

In addition, check-in times and baggage allowances/restrictions vary by airline and can change at any time. For the most up-to-date information for your flight, please contact your airline. We recommend checking in online in advance to avoid potential delays at the airport

Minimum Age

Um ohne Begleitperson mit G Adventures zu reisen, musst du mindestens 18 Jahre alt sein. Das Mindestalter für Kinder in Begleitung eines Erziehungsberechtigten (über 21) beträgt 12 Jahre

Itinerary

Day 1 Kochi

Arrive at any time. There are no planned activities before the evening welcome meeting, so check into the hotel and enjoy the city. After the welcome meeting, visit the harbour to enjoy sunset over the Chinese fishing nets followed by an optional group dinner

Day 2 Kochi/Sultan Bathery

Take a morning train followed by a scenic drive to reach Sultan Bathery, in the Wayanad district

Day 3 Sultan Bathery

Walk the nature trails through the farm area in Wayanad. Also take a tour of a tea factory and plantation to learn about tea production in the area from a guide

Day 4 Sultan Bathery/Mysore

Settle in for the drive to the ancient city of Mysore

Day 5 Mysore

Explore the vibrant city of Mysore including visits to Chamundi Temple and Mysore Palace. After enjoy free time and opt to visit the Devaraja market or join a yoga class

Day 6 Mysore/Māmallapuram

Enjoy a full day of train travel to Chennai before a short bus ride to Mamallapuram

Day 7 Māmallapuram

An early morning is dedicated to a tour of the Shore Temple, an iconic complex of temples and shrines known to the be one of the oldest stone temples in India, and best viewed at sunrise. After an incredible walking tour, take the remainder of the day for your own exploration of Mamallapuram. Most use this time to enjoy a visit to the beach or a yoga class

Day 8 Māmallapuram

Depart at any time

Detailed Itinerary

Day 1 Kochi

Day 2 Kochi/Sultan Bathery

Day 3 Sultan Bathery

Wayanad region of the western Ghats in Kerala is renowned for its sprawling tea plantations and is known to produce some of the finest teas.

Day 4 Sultan Bathery/Mysore

Travel to Mysore (formally Mysuru) located in the foothills of the Chamundi Hills, which was the capital of the Kingdom of Mysore from 1399 to 1947.

Day 5 Mysore

Imagine life as a Maharaja on a guided tour of the Mysore Palace. Later, join the throngs of pilgrims at Chamundi Hills, with its temple on top, and Nandi the Bull (ridden by the Hindu god Shiva) a short walk below.

In your free time, visit the Devaraja fruit and vegetable market or join a yoga class at one of the many local institutes.

Opt to drive to Somnathpur, home to one of the most famous Hoysala Temples in India.

Day 6 Mysore/Māmallapuram

Arrive by train to Chennai before continuing south for a short ride to the small village of Mamallapuram.

Day 7 Māmallapuram

Day 8 Māmallapuram