| Its Temple of Lord Channakeshava
is embellished with carving which has few equals in
the world. Halebid - The seat of Hoysala Kingdom, its
great Hoyaleswara Temple was built in the typical Hoysala
style architecture. A stellar base with the emblem of
the lion and elephants seemingly supporting the temple,
signify stability. Afternoon leave Hassan for Mysore
by surface enroute visiting Srirangapatnam. Arrive Mysore
and check-in at the hotel. Overnight at the hotel.
Day 6 – In
Mysore
Morning City Tour visiting Srirangapatnam - 16 kms from
Mysore, this fort was the stronghold of Tipu Sultan,
son of Haider Ali. Tipu made a last minute ditch against
the British in 1799 before surrendering his kingdom.
Among the many fort buildings still intact, are Tipu's
airy Summer Palace and his tomb at the Darya Daulat
Bagh (garden). Here, is also the celebrated Sri Ranganatha
Temple. Afternoon excursion to Somnathpur. Overnight
at the hotel.
Day 7 - Mysore
- Ooty – Coonoor
Morning leave Mysore by surface for Coonoor enroute
visiting Ooty. On arrival at Coonoor check-in at the
hotel. Overnight at the hotel.
Day 8 - Coonoor
– Madurai
Morning leave Coonoor by surface for Madurai. On arrival
check-in at the hotel. Overnight at the hotel.
Day 9 – Madurai
Morning City Tour of Madurai visiting the great Meenakshi
Temple dedicated to the consort of Lord Shiva with its
towering gopurams (rising high above the surrounding
country side). Later, visit the Tirumala Nayak Palace
- A gracious building in the Indo saracenic style, famous
for the Stucco work on its domes and arches. Evening
visit Meenakashi Temple during Aarti ceremony. Overnight
at the hotel.
Day 10 - Madurai
– Periyar
Morning leave Madurai by surface for Periyar enroute
visiting tea plantation. On arrival check-in at the
hotel. Overnight at the hotel.
Day 11 – Periyar
Morning and evening boat cruise at lake Periyar. Rest
of the day at leisure to visit Kumily spice market.
Overnight at the hotel.
Day 12 - Periyar
– Kumarakom
Morning leave Periyar by surface for Kumarakom. On arrival
check-in at the hotel. Overnight at the hotel.
Day 13 – House
Boat.
Today morning switch over to Houseboat and enjoy backwater
cruise crossing the narrow canals of Kerala. Overnight
at the houseboat.
Day 14 - Alleppey
– Cochin
Morning: Disembark at Alleppey and drive to Cochin.
On arrival in Cochin check-in at the hotel. Afternoon
City Tour of Cochin.Visit the Dutch Palace, Jewish Synagogue,
Chinese fishing Nets, St. Francis Church and the Santa
Cruz Church. Evening attend the Kathakali dance performance.
Overnight at the hotel.
Day 15 - Cohin
- Mumbai
In time transfer to airport to connect flight for Mumbai.
Assistance on arrival and transfer to the hotel. Rest
of the day at leisure. Overnight at the hotel.
Day 16 – Depart
Mumbai.
Check out at 1200 hrs. Transfer to airport to connect
flight for onward destination.
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