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Monkey Temple at sunrise, Hampi

Southern India A world away from its northern counterpart, southern India is an eclectic mix of modern cities, ancient temples and traditional life. Let us show you some of the best sights in this 16 night experiential tour.

Day 1 Arrive into Hyderabad and transfer to Taj Falaknuma Palace, home for the next three nights. Day 2 Half day city sightseeing tour exploring the prestigious history of Hyderabad. Day 3 Excursion to the majestic Golconda Fort, a short distance outside of the city. Day 4 Fly Hyderabad to Hampi, home to the 600 year old kingdom of Vijayanagara. Check-in for the next three nights at Evolve Back, a historic, luxury resort. Take an evening Tungabhadra Trek through the giant boulders, the ruins of the Achyutaraya Temple and the famed ‘Courtesan Bazaar’. Day 5 In the morning enjoy a private walk among the Vitthalapura Baazar leading to the Vijaya Vitthala temple with a local historian. Take a guided evening Raya Trail walk. Day 6 Spend at leisure or choose an optional day trip to visit Aihole, Pattadkal and Badami.

Day 7 Travel to the plantation town of Chikmagalur, for an overnight stay at The Serai. Day 8 Today travel from Chikmagalur to Kabini for a two night stay at Evolve Back. Day 9 Join morning and afternoon game drives in Nagarhole National Park, home to tigers, leopards, wild dogs, over 300 species of birds and the largest congregation of Asian elephants in the world. Day 10 Travel to the peaceful town of Sultans Battery where you will spend two nights at Tranquil Resort, a luxury homestead experience located within a working coffee and vanilla plantation. Day 11 Day at leisure to explore the plantations. Day 12 Drive to Calicut where you can spend the day relaxing by the river or take an excursion to Beypore, a historical port known for building wooden boats.

Day 13 Today you will drive to Cochin and check-in to Brunton Boatyard for a two night stay. Day 14 Take a morning city sightseeing tour visiting the Dutch Palace, Jewish Synagogue and learn about the colonial influence on Cochin. In the afternoon take a cookery class with Nimmy and Paul or similar activity. Day 15 Transfer to the relaxing backwaters of Kerala and spend two nights at Kumarakom Lake Resort to finish your trip.

£ 5 , 269 Price per person from

Includes all flights, 16 nights accommodation and breakfast meal plan. Price is based on 2 adults sharing. For full itinerary details and inclusions, please speak to your local travel agent.

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