Any Color Southern Splendours

Southern SplendoursPlaces: - Bangalore - Mysore - Ooty - Cochin.Day 01: Arrival BangaloreMet on arrival at Bangalore airport by our representative and transfer to the hotel. Bangalore - It's called the Silicon Valley of India is the principal administrative cultural commercial and industrial centre of the state of Karnataka. Bangalore enjoys a pleasant and equable climate throughout the year. Tree-lined streets and abundant greenery made it the 'Garden City' of India. Bangalore is one of Asia's fastest growing cities and now reputed for its booming software industry. But along with the modern day pubs discos and hangouts one can still see remnants of the older Bangalore. Overnight at hotel.Day 02: Bangalore - Mysore (140 kms/ 03 hrs)Breakfast at hotel. Morning proceed to sightseeing tour of Bangalore visiting - Bangalore Fort The Lal bagh botanical gardens The Bull temple Cubbon Park Lal Bagh etc. Later in the afternoon proceed to Mysore.Mysore: - It's called "city of Palaces" Also known as "Sandalwood City" it is a major center for the manufacture of incense. The city is a legacy of the famous warrior king Tipu Sultan known for his victories over the Imperial British Armies. The city is also known for its silk processing and is a major center for nurturing silkworms. Hence Mysore is more than palaces parks and temples... traditional carvings on fragrant sandalwood... the rustle of rich silks ... mouthwatering Mysore Pak a traditional sweetmeat... It is a gourmet's delight and a Shopper's paradise. Upon arrival in Mysore check in at hotel. Evening at leisure to explore the city by your own. Overnight at hotel.Day 03 - Drive Mysore - Ooty (160 kms/4 hrs).Breakfast at hotel. Morning proceed to sightseeing tour of Mysore visiting - The Mysore Palace Chamundi Hill St. Philomena's Church and Brindavan Gardens etc.Later in the afternoon proceed to Ooty.Ooty - is the capital of Nilgiri district and Nilgiri means Blue Mountains. It is a land of picturesque picnic spots and at an altitude of 2240 meters above sea level has always been a popular summer getaway. Short for Ootacamund and also known as the 'Queen of Hill Stations' Ooty is dotted with undulating hills sparkling waterfalls gurgling brooks and lush green tea gardens.Upon arrival in Ooty check in at the hotel.  Overnight in Ooty.Day 04: In OotyBreakfast at hotel. Rest of the day at leisure to explore the city or its mountains natural surroundings by your own. Overnight at hotel.Day 05: Ooty - Cochin (280 kms/ 06 hrs)Breakfast at hotel. Morning proceed to Cochin. Cochin or Kochi (new name) is the palm green commercial capital of Kerala.Evening at leisure to explore the city by your own. Overnight in Cochin.Day 06: In CochinBreakfast at the hotel followed by a sightseeing tour of Cochin visiting - St. Francis Church Mattancherry Palace Jewish Synagogue and the Chinese fishing nets. Overnight at hotel.Day 07: Cochin DepartBreakfast at hotel. Transfer to airport in time to board flight for onward destination.