Peaks and Palms: Eastern Himalaya to South India
Peaks and Palms: Eastern Himalaya to South India
$5293
Tour Overview
Embark on the "Peaks and Palms: Eastern Himalaya to South India" tour, a captivating journey that seamlessly blends the majestic heights of the Eastern Himalayas with the serene landscapes of South India. Begin your adventure in Kolkata, exploring iconic landmarks like Victoria Memorial and the Howrah Bridge before ascending to Darjeeling for breathtaking views of the Himalayan sunrise. Traverse through Gangtok's monasteries and Kalimpong's flower-strewn hills, then fly to the historical city of Hyderabad. From the ancient ruins of Warangal to the architectural wonders of Hampi and Badami, the tour unfolds like a story of heritage and natural beauty, concluding with the tranquil backwaters of Kerala. This diverse expedition promises an unforgettable fusion of mountainous grandeur and southern charm. ...more ...less
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1 : Arrive Kolkata
Location: Kolkata
Accommodation: Hotel
Upon arrival at Kolkata airport, you will be met by our representative who will assist you with the transfer to your hotel. The remainder of the day is at leisure to relax and recover from your journey.
Day 2 : Kolkata
Location: Kolkata
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
After breakfast at the hotel, enjoy a full-day sightseeing tour of Kolkata. Visit the Victoria Memorial, St. Paul's Cathedral, the Indian Museum, and the Howrah Bridge. You will also have the opportunity to explore the colorful markets and bustling streets of the city. Overnight in Kolkata.
Day 3 : Kolkata - Bagdogra (Flight)/ Darjeeling (75Kms)
Location: Kolkata, Bagdogra, Darjeeling
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
After breakfast at the hotel, transfer to the airport for your flight to Bagdogra. Upon arrival, drive to Darjeeling, a charming hill station known for its tea plantations and stunning mountain views. Overnight in Darjeeling.
Day 4 : Darjeeling
Location: Darjeeling
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
Start your day early to catch the sunrise over the Himalayas from the Tiger Hill viewpoint. Later, visit the Ghoom Monastery and the Himalayan Mountaineering Institute, where you can see exhibits on mountaineering history and the local flora and fauna. In the evening, take a stroll around the town's bustling markets and sample some local tea. Overnight in Darjeeling.
Day 5 : Darjeeling - Pelling (72Kms)
Location: Darjeeling, Pelling
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
After breakfast, drive to Pelling, a scenic hill station known for its panoramic views of the Himalayas. Upon arrival, check-in to your hotel and enjoy the rest of the day at leisure to explore the town on your own. Overnight in Pelling.
Day 6 : Pelling - Gangtok (130Kms)
Location: Pelling, Gangtok
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
Breakfast at hotel. Drive to Gangtok via NH 31A passing through Temi, Taraku, Singtam, Rangpo & Ranipool. The journey is surrounded by lush green forests and Tea Gardens with eye-catching picturesque views. On arrival check in at the hotel. Later visit Do Drul Chorten, Himalayan Zoological Park, Directorate of Handicraft, Lal bazaar & The Mall. O/n at the hotel.
Day 7 : Gangtok
Location: Gangtok
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
After breakfast, enjoy a full-day sightseeing tour of Gangtok. Visit the Enchey Monastery, the Institute of Tibetology, and the Do-Drul Chorten Stupa. You will also have the opportunity to explore the town's colorful markets and local food. Overnight in Gangtok.
Day 8 : Gangtok - Kalimpong - Bagdogra (60Kms)/ Hyderabad (Flight)
Location: Gangtok, Kalimpong, Bagdogra, Hyderabad
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
After breakfast, drive to Kalimpong, a charming hill town known for its flower nurseries and panoramic views of the Himalayas. Later, transfer to Bagdogra airport for your flight to Hyderabad. Upon arrival, transfer to your hotel and enjoy the evening at leisure. Overnight in Hyderabad.
Day 9 : Hyderabad
Location: Hyderabad
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
After breakfast, enjoy a full-day sightseeing tour of Hyderabad. Visit the historic Charminar, the Salar Jung Museum, and the iconic Golconda Fort. You will also have the opportunity to explore the colorful markets and local cuisine. Overnight in Hyderabad.
Day 10 : Hyderabad - Visit Warangal Unesco World Heritage Sites (300Kms Round)
Location: Hyderabad
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
After breakfast, embark on a full-day excursion to the UNESCO World Heritage Sites of Warangal, known for its historic ruins and temples. Visit the Warangal Fort, Thousand Pillar Temple, and the Ramappa Temple, all of which showcase the stunning architecture of the Kakatiya Dynasty. Overnight in Hyderabad.
Day 11 : Hyderabad - Hampi (Flight)
Location: Hampi, Hampi
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
After breakfast, transfer to the airport for your flight to Hampi, a UNESCO World Heritage Site known for its ancient ruins and stunning architecture. Upon arrival, check-in to your hotel and enjoy the rest.
Day 12 : Hampi
Location: Hampi
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
After breakfast, embark on a full day tour of Hampi, visiting the Virupaksha Temple, Vithala Temple, Hazara Rama Temple, Lotus Mahal, Elephant Stables and other famous sites. Overnight at the hotel.
Day 13 : Hampi - Lakkundi - Gadag - Badami (150Kms)
Location: Hampi, Lakkundi, Gadag, Badami
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
After breakfast, drive to Badami, en-route visit Lakkundi and Gadag, famous for their beautiful Chalukyan architecture. On arrival in Badami, check-in to your hotel. Rest of the day is at leisure. Overnight at the hotel.
Day 14 : Badami, Aihole & Pattadakkal
Location: Badami, Aihole, Pattadakal
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
After breakfast, visit the famous Badami cave temples, dedicated to Lord Shiva and Lord Vishnu, followed by a visit to Aihole, known as the cradle of Indian architecture, and Pattadakkal, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Return to Badami for overnight stay.
Day 15 : Badami - Hubli (110Kms)/ Cochin (Flight)
Location: Badami, Hubli, Kochi
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
After breakfast, drive to Hubli airport for your flight to Cochin. On arrival in Cochin, you will be transferred to your hotel. Overnight at the hotel.
Day 16 : Cochin - Alleppey (60Kms)
Location: Kochi, Alappuzha
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
After breakfast, drive to Alleppey, known for its backwaters and scenic beauty. Check-in to your houseboat and enjoy a leisurely cruise through the serene backwaters, passing by paddy fields, fishing villages, and coconut groves. Overnight on board the houseboat.
Day 17 : Alleppey - Thekkady (160Kms)
Location: Alappuzha, Periyar
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
After breakfast, disembark from the houseboat and drive to Thekkady, home to the Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary. Check-in to your hotel and enjoy a leisurely afternoon. In the evening, enjoy a traditional Kalaripayattu performance. Overnight at the hotel.
Day 18 : Thekkady
Location: Periyar
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
After breakfast, enjoy a boat ride on Lake Periyar and witness the wildlife that inhabits the surrounding hills. Later, visit a spice plantation and learn about the various spices grown in the region. Overnight at the hotel.
Day 19 : Thekkady - Munnar (100Kms)
Location: Periyar, Munnar
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
After breakfast, drive to Munnar, a scenic hill station known for its tea plantations and misty hills. On arrival, check-in to your hotel and spend the day at leisure. Overnight at the hotel.
Day 20 : Munnar
Location: Munnar
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
After breakfast, embark on a full day tour of Munnar, visiting the Mattupetty Dam, Echo Point, Kundala Lake, and the Tea Museum. Return to your hotel for overnight stay.
Day 21 : Munnar - Madurai (160Kms)
Location: Munnar, Madurai
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
After breakfast, drive to Madurai, known for its rich cultural heritage and famous Meenakshi Temple. Check-in to your hotel and spend the evening at leisure. Overnight at the hotel.
Day 22 : Madurai - Trichy - Thanjavur (190Kms)
Location: Madurai, Tiruchirappalli, Thanjavur
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
After breakfast, drive to Thanjavur, en-route visit Trichy and its famous Rock Fort Temple. On arrival in Thanjavur, check-in to your hotel and spend the evening at leisure. Overnight at the hotel.
Day 23 : Thanjavur - Darasuram - Gangaikondacholapuram - Chidambaram - Pondicherry (180Kms)
Location: Thanjavur, Dharasuram, Gangaikonda Cholapuram, Chidambaram, Puducherry
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
After breakfast, drive to Pondicherry, en route visiting the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Darasuram and the temples of Gangaikondacholapuram and Chidambaram. Reach Pondicherry by evening and check-in to the hotel. Overnight stay in Pondicherry.
Day 24 : Pondicherry
Location: Puducherry
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
After breakfast, visit the Aurobindo Ashram, the Pondicherry Museum, and the Botanical Gardens. In the evening, take a stroll around the French Quarter and enjoy the local cuisine. Overnight stay in Pondicherry.
Day 25 : Pondicherry - Mahabalipuram - Kanchipuram - Chennai (240Kms)
Location: Puducherry, Mahabalipuram, Kanchipuram, Chennai
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
After breakfast, drive to Chennai, en route visiting the UNESCO World Heritage Sites of Mahabalipuram and the temples of Kanchipuram. Reach Chennai by evening and check-in to the hotel. Overnight stay in Chennai.
Day 26 : Chennai - Departure (Flight)
Location: Chennai
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
After breakfast, check out from the hotel and transfer to the airport for your onward flight.
What's Included
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Assistance on arrival at airport.
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25 Nights' accommodation in 4-Star hotels.
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Daily breakfast at hotels.
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Private AC car/van for airport transfers, sightseeing, and excursions as per the program.
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English speaking tour guide on sightseeing days (local guide in each city), as per program.
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Monument entrances and activities charges mentioned in the itinerary.
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Bottled drinking water in car.
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Government taxes.
What's Not Included
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Kolkata - Bagdogra - Hyderabad - Hampi & Hubli - Cochin flight tickets approx. INR 20500 per person in economy class.
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Camera charges at monuments if any.
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Meals other than mentioned in inclusions.
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Expenses of personal nature like liquor, laundry, tips, telephone, fax, internet etc.
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Gratuities and optional activities.
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Anything not mentioned in inclusions.
Accommodation
Hotels used or similar for 25 nights accommodation
4-Star Hotels
Kolkata x 2 nights: The Elgin Fairlawn/ ZONE By The Park
Darjeeling x 2 nights: Elgin Hotel/ TRamada by Wyndham
Pelling x 1 night: The Elgin Mount Pandim/ Chumbi Mountain Retreat & Spa
Gangtok x 2 nights: Elgin NorKhill/ Denzong Regency
Hyderabad x 3 nights: The Golkonda Hotel/ Lemon Tree Hotel
Hampi x 2 nights: Heritage Resort/ Royal Orchid Central Keerti
Badami x 2 nights: Morpho Banashree Resort/ WADA1
Cochin x 1 night: The Tower House/ The Killians
Thekkady x 2 nights: Amritara Shalimar Spice Garden/ The Elephant Court
Munnar x 2 nights: Elixir Hills Resort/ Tea County Munnar
Madurai x 1 night: Fortune Pandiyan Hotel/ Regency Madurai by GRT Hotels
Thanjavur x 1 night: GReaT Trails Riverview Resort
Pondicherry x 2 nights: Le Pondy/ Accord Puducherry
Chennai x 1 night: Accord Metropolitan/ The Park Chennai
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Check out our Q&As
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What currencies are required for this tour?
INR, USD, EURO, GBP, SGD, JPY, CNY, RMB, CAD,
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Are vaccinations required for this tour?
Yes
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Are all the relevant entry visa’s included in the price of the tour?
You have to apply for Indian Visa yourself. https://indianvisaonline.gov.in/
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What Ethical Travel credentials does the tour company have?
We conduct our business fairly, with honesty, integrity and transparency. We deliver what we promise, and only promise what we can deliver.
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Who will be my travelling companions on the tour?
Less than 10 person group only driver will be your companion. We use local government licenced tour guide in each cities for sightseeing tour.
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Do you operate a “single share” option and how does it work?
We do not operate tour on sharing
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What happens if I need to change my holiday date once I’ve booked?
We are completely flexible in changing the travel dates, until we dont have to bourne any penalty levied by hotels/airline.
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How long has the tour company been trading?
5 Yeas
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Am I contributing to any charity by booking the tour?
Yes, you will support NGO and schooling for kids in villages.
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Can I join the tour once it has departed?
We operate private tour/activity only for your group. Hence if you missed to join and tour departed, we can coordinate and you can join the tour from the nearest point.
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What documents will I receive before I travel?
Iitnerary and confirmation vouchers
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What policies are in place for Covid-19?
Face masks provided for travelers. Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff. Gear/equipment sanitized between use. Transportation vehicles regularly sanitized. Regular temperature checks for staff. Contactless payments for gratuities and add-ons.
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Will the accommodation included meet local health and safety regulations?
Yes
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Agora Voyages requires a minimum deposit of 20% or the full booking value, whichever is less, with the final balance not due until 15 days before departure.
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Cancellation Policy
We don't charge a cancellation fee, here is a summary of agora voyages charges.
Up to 30 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of deposit.
At 29 days before tour starts: Forfeit 50% of booking price.
At 14 days before tour starts: Forfeit 70% of booking price.
At 2 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of booking price.
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Standard Operating Protocol issued by Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, GOI
Face masks provided for travelers.Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff.Transportation vehicles regularly sanitized.Regular temperature checks for staff.Contactless payments for gratuities and add-ons.Gear/equipment sanitized between use.
Peaks and Palms: Eastern Himalaya to South India
26 Days Starting in Kolkata, West Bengal, India and ending in Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India
Visiting: Kolkata, Bagdogra, Darjeeling, Pelling, Gangtok, Kalimpong, Hyderabad, Hampi, Lakkundi, Gadag, Badami, Aihole, Pattadakal, Hubli, Kochi, Alappuzha, Periyar, Munnar, Madurai, Tiruchirappalli, Thanjavur, Dharasuram, Gangaikonda Cholapuram, Chidambaram, Puducherry, Mahabalipuram, Kanchipuram, Chennai ...more ...less
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Tour code:
AGORA715
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Fully Guided
Group size:
1 - 10
Age range:
0-99
Special diets catered:
Halal, Vegetarians, Vegans, Meat, Kosher, Jain
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