5-Day South India Tour from Thiruvananthapuram with Kovalam and Ponmudi

5 Days Duration

Experiences

About This Tour

Check out the ancient architecture of Thiruvananthapuram and sail through the backwaters of Poovar. Visit the serene white-sand beaches of Kovalam, explore the...

Duration: 5 Days · Tour type: Shared · Activity level: Easy · Accommodation: Included · Standard · Transport: Included · Wheelchair access: Not applicable · Cities: Trivandrum, Ponmudi, Kanyakumari, Kovalam · Languages: English

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What's Included

Accommodation on a twin-sharing basis
Air-conditioned car
Sightseeing facilities at all destinations
Daily breakfast at hotels
All taxes and service charges

Itinerary

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Day 01

Arrival in Thiruvananthapuram and Poovar Backwaters

Arrive in Thiruvananthapuram and meet your tour guide. Visit the Sri Padmanabhaswamy Temple. This Hindu temple is known for its unique Chera style of architecture, and its main deity is Lord Vishnu. The temple has long been an enigma, mainly because of its reputation as one of the richest in the world and the treasures held in its vaults. Go shopping in the local markets. Visit the Poovar backwaters. The Poovar backwaters are rich in flora and fauna. While cruising through the backwaters, you can easily spot water birds such as the kingfisher, Brahminy kite, night heron, sea egret, black darter, Indian cormorant eagle, and many more. Overnight stay at the hotel.
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Day 02

Museums, Art Gallery and Sunset in Kovalam

Visit local attractions, including Napier Museum, Sri Chitra Art Gallery, Kuthiramalika Palace Museum, and Veli Tourist Village, which has an excellent waterfront park with a wide range of aqua entertainment facilities such as fishponds, wading pools, and landscaped gardens. Visit local attractions, including Napier Museum, Sri Chitra Art Gallery, Kuthiramalika Palace Museum, and Veli Tourist Village, which has an excellent waterfront park with a wide range of aqua entertainment facilities such as fishponds, wading pools, and landscaped gardens. Watch the stunning sunset at Shangumugham Beach. Watch the stunning sunset at Shangumugham Beach. Overnight stay at the hotel. Overnight stay at the hotel.
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Day 03

Temples, Palace and Forts of Kanyakumari

Visit the following places in Kanyakumari:Vivekananda Rock MemorialThiruvalluvar StatuePadmanabhapuram PalaceThanumalayan TempleKumari Amman TempleVattakottai Fort Vivekananda Rock Memorial Vivekananda Rock Memorial Thiruvalluvar Statue Thiruvalluvar Statue Padmanabhapuram Palace Padmanabhapuram Palace Thanumalayan Temple Thanumalayan Temple Kumari Amman Temple Kumari Amman Temple Vattakottai Fort Vattakottai Fort Overnight stay at the hotel.
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Day 04

Sightseeing Around Ponmudi Hill Station

Go sightseeing around Ponmudi, including the Kallar forest. Go sightseeing around Ponmudi, including the Kallar forest. Overnight stay in Ponmudi Hill Station. Overnight stay in Ponmudi Hill Station.
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Day 05

Early Morning in Ponmudi and Return to Thiruvananthapuram

Go for early morning sightseeing in Ponmudi. Go for early morning sightseeing in Ponmudi. Depart for Thiruvananthapuram. Depart for Thiruvananthapuram.