Western Ghats Escapade

After breakfast, head out to explore the charms & attractions of inland Goa. The private car will pick you up from the hotel and take you to Old Goa for the “Old Goa Walking Tour”. A walk through the remains of Goa’s former capital city provides the historical link from pre-Portuguese times to the present day, where Old Goa is a World Heritage site, housing the best churches in all of Asia. 

In the late afternoon, enjoy the “Fontainhas Heritage Walk tour”. A walk through the old Latin quarter of Panjim - a satiating treat for photographers and history buffs, as the place maintains to this day its Portuguese influence. Get access to heritage homes, appreciate Portuguese architecture, meet wonderful people and experience the cultural side of Goa like never before. 

Reach back to the hotel by evening. Overnight stay will be at the hotel in Goa.

After breakfast, check out of the hotel and head toward Gokarna. Literally meaning cow's ear, the quaint town of Gokarna in Karnataka is formed by the ear-shaped confluence of two rivers and is the favourite destination for Hindu pilgrims, Sanskrit scholars, and beach buffs.

Reach Gokarna and check in at the hotel & relax. Then head out to visit Om beach, which is a wonderful beach located in the town of Gokarna. Shaped like the symbol 'Om', this beach offers plenty of adventure sports to thrill-seekers. The view of this beach during sunset is one to be cherished forever. 

Then visit Kudle Beach, one of the many beaches of Gokarna, situated only a short trek from Om Beach. A complete recluse, this beach offers the most silent and serene atmosphere to enjoy a sunset, a walk along the shore or simply sit and observe the never-ceasing tides.

Overnight stay will be at the hotel in Gokarna.

After breakfast, head out for sightseeing. Visit Mirjan Fort, located on the banks of the River Aghanashini, Mirjan Fort is a royal reminder of our glorious history. It is situated about 11 km from the town of Kumta in Karnataka and is spread over an area of 4.1 hectares.

Then visit the Murudeshwar Temple in the town of Murudeshwar in the Bhatkal Taluk of North Karnataka, which has the world's second largest Shiva statue. The temple is sprawled on the Kanduka Hill and is surrounded by the Arabian Sea on three sides. At 123 feet, the Murudeshwar, another name for Shiva, was built over a period of two years.

The evening is at your leisure. Explore the rest of the famous beaches.

Overnight stay will be at the hotel in Gokarna.

After breakfast, check out of the hotel and head toward Bekal. Bekal is a small town in the Kasaragod district on the West coast of the state of Kerala, India. 

Check into the hotel on arrival . The evening is at your leisure. 

Overnight stay will be at the hotel in Bekal.

After breakfast, head out for sightseeing. Visit Bekal Beach is a splendid seashore in the district of Kasaragod in God's Own Country, Kerala, India. The beach expands over an area of 36 acres and is well known for being the location of Bekal Fort and for being well-maintained. The view of the beach from the top of the fort is breathtaking.

Visit Bekal Fort, which is considered one of the largest and most preserved forts in Kerala. Nestled in the lap of nature, Bekal Fort is a historic fort surrounded by a beautiful beach offering an enchanting view of the Arabian Sea from its high observation tower, where once the cannons were placed. 

Then visit the Kappil Beach, which still has an expansive area of golden sand and clear blue waters of the Arabian Sea, explored by many travel enthusiasts but not exploited as yet.

Overnight stay will be at the hotel in Bekal.

After breakfast, check out of the hotel and head towards Wayanad. Welcome to Wayanad. It has a multitude of options for its visitors. Part of a forest reserve, Wayanad is located on the border of Tamil Nadu and Kerala. The entire region is completely green with hilly ranges and wildlife.

Reach Wayanad by evening. Check in at the hotel on arrival. The evening is at your leisure.  

Dinner & overnight stay at the hotel in Wayanad.

After breakfast, head out for sightseeing in Wayanad. Visit the Banasura Sagar Dam. This is the largest earth dam in India. The topography here is such that many islands will be formed in the upstream of the dam when the dam is full. These islands, with the background of the Banasura hill, will provide a hypnotising sight.

In the afternoon, visit the Edkkal Caves. The Caves are two natural caves located on top of Ambukutty Mala near Ambalavalayal in Wayanad. Edakkal caves are one of the prime tourist places to visit in Wayanad.

Return to the hotel in the evening. The evening is at your leisure. 

Dinner & overnight stay will be at the hotel in Wayanad.

After breakfast, head towards Ooty, 'the Queen of Hill Stations', that mixes up Indian bustle and Hindu temples with lovely parks and gardens and charming British-era bungalows. Outskirts are covered with beautifully trimmed tea plantations, which are a treat for the eyes. Check in at the hotel on arrival and relax for a while.

Later, head out to visit Ooty Lake, which is one of the most refreshing and beautiful places to visit in Ooty. It lies at a distance of approximately 2 km from the city centre in the green hills of the Nilgiris district.

Overnight stay will be at a hotel in Ooty.

After breakfast, head out for sightseeing. Visit the Tea Factory & Museum. Perched at an altitude of 1839 m, the Ooty Tea Factory is spread across nearly an acre, all covered with emerald green tea plants. Visitors can see the entire processing method right from the freshly plucked green leaves to their packaging at the factory. 

Then visit St.Stephen’s Church, which is indeed a marvellous and breathtaking architectural marvel located on the road to Mysore in Ooty. It is one of the earliest churches that you will find in the Nilgiris district.  Then visit the Botanical Gardens, which was laid out in 1847 AD. The original purpose of the Botanical Gardens was to promote and study the various flora in and around Nilgiris.

After that, visit Ooty Wax Museum. A lovely break from the nature-based tourist attractions, this one has magnificent wax statues of famous political leaders, prominent personalities and Indian Freedom Fighters.

Overnight stay will be at the hotel in Ooty.

After breakfast, check out of the hotel and head towards Coimbatore. The private car will drop you at your Coimbatore International Airport. 

Bid farewell with the memories of an amazing, fun-filled 11-day trip through the best of South India, worth remembering for a lifetime!