Bangalore to Cochin Natural & Cultural Sites Tour

Day 1: Arrival in Bangalore

Upon arrival at Bangalore Airport, meet our representative and transfer to your hotel. After check-in, begin exploring the Garden City with visits to Lalbagh Botanical Garden, Bangalore Palace, Cubbon Park, and Tipu Sultan's Summer Palace, followed by free time to browse local markets before returning to your hotel for an overnight stay in Bangalore.

Day 2: Bangalore – Mysore

Drive: Approx. 150 km | 3–4 hrs

After breakfast, visit the impressive Vidhana Soudha and the historic Bull Temple before driving to Mysore. En route, stop at Srirangapatna to visit the sacred Ranganathaswamy Temple. Upon arrival in Mysore, enjoy a heritage walk through the city and visit Jaganmohan Palace, renowned for its impressive art collection, before checking in for an overnight stay.

Day 3: Mysore Sightseeing

After breakfast, enjoy a full-day sightseeing tour of Mysore beginning with the magnificent Mysore Palace, followed by Chamundi Hills and the revered Chamundeshwari Temple. Continue to the beautifully landscaped Brindavan Gardens, famous for its evening musical fountain, and visit the exquisite Chennakesava Temple at Somanathapura, celebrated for its Hoysala architecture, before returning to your hotel for an overnight stay.

Day 4: Mysore – Nagarhole National Park (Kabini)

Drive: Approx. 95 km | 2.5 hrs

After breakfast, drive to Nagarhole National Park (Kabini) and check in to your wildlife resort. In the afternoon, embark on an exciting Gypsy safari through the park in search of elephants, deer, gaur, birds, and, if fortunate, the elusive tiger under the guidance of an experienced naturalist. Return to the resort for an overnight stay.

Day 5: Kabini Wildlife Experience

Begin the day with an early morning Gypsy safari, when wildlife activity is at its peak. After breakfast, relax at the resort before enjoying an afternoon boat safari on the Kabini River, offering excellent opportunities to spot crocodiles, elephants, birds, and other wildlife along the riverbanks. Spend the evening amidst the tranquil jungle surroundings before your overnight stay.

Day 6: Kabini – Ooty

Drive: Approx. 160 km | 5 hrs

After breakfast, drive through scenic forest and mountain roads to the picturesque hill station of Ooty. Upon arrival, visit Ooty Lake, explore nearby tea estates, learn about tea cultivation, and enjoy the cool mountain atmosphere before strolling through local markets. Overnight stay in Ooty.

Day 7: Ooty Sightseeing

After breakfast, explore the highlights of Ooty with visits to Doddabetta Peak, the Government Botanical Garden, the beautiful Rose Garden, and the serene Avalanche Lake. Subject to availability, enjoy a memorable ride aboard the UNESCO-listed Nilgiri Mountain Railway before returning to your hotel for an overnight stay.

Day 8: Ooty – Kochi

Drive: Approx. 290 km | 7–8 hrs

After breakfast, drive to Kochi, descending from the Nilgiri Hills into Kerala's lush landscapes. Upon arrival, check in to your hotel and later witness a spectacular Kathakali dance performance, showcasing Kerala's rich artistic traditions through elaborate costumes and expressive storytelling. Overnight stay in Kochi.

Day 9: Kochi – Alleppey Houseboat

Drive: Approx. 60 km | 1.5 hrs

After breakfast, explore the historic attractions of Kochi including the iconic Chinese Fishing Nets, St. Francis Church, Mattancherry Palace, Fort Kochi, and the bustling Spice Market. Later, drive to Alleppey and board a traditional Kerala houseboat for a relaxing cruise through the famous backwaters while enjoying freshly prepared meals, picturesque villages, coconut groves, and peaceful waterways. Overnight stay aboard the houseboat.

Day 10: Alleppey – Kochi Departure

Drive: Approx. 60 km | 1.5 hrs

After breakfast onboard, disembark from the houseboat and drive back to Kochi. Depending on your departure schedule, enjoy some free time before being transferred to Cochin International Airport, concluding your memorable journey through South India's cultural treasures, wildlife, hill stations, and backwaters.