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Passage Through Kerala

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Southern India offers lush greenery and waterside tranquility that contrasts with the arid north. This tour takes in the beautiful sights and serene landscapes of Karnataka and Kerala. Included are the immense Maharajah’s Palace in Mysore, the wildlife of Nagarhole National Park, the lush landscapes of Wayanad, a rail ride through the Nilgiri mountains and a cruise along the peaceful backwaters of Kochi.

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Tour highlights

Witness Mysore Palace illuminated by 100,000 lights at night
Join a culinary tour of Mysore
Experience afternoon tea at a planter’s house
Ride the scenic Blue Mountain Railway
Embark on a boat and canter safari in Nagarhole National Park

Further highlights

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Your itinerary

In supplier order. Some entries may cover multiple days; optional experiences are described by the supplier.

Sample itinerary. Choose a departure for its exact itinerary and hotel plan.

Day 1 — Fly to Bengaluru

Fly from London (regional connections available) to Bengaluru with Emirates, via Dubai.

Day 2 — Arrive Bengaluru

On arrival, check in for an overnight stay at the Taj MG Road. This afternoon, enjoy a guided tour tracing Bengaluru’s captivating history. Attend a welcome dinner this evening.

Meals: dinner

Day 2.1 — Transfer: Bengaluru to Mysore

Day 3 — Srirangapatna - Mysore

Travel to Mysore for 2 nights at the Radisson Blu Plaza Hotel Mysore (or similar). En route, stop at the island fortress of Srirangapatna, the former capital of south India’s most powerful 18th-century rulers. Evening food tour of Mysore’s celebrated gastronomical delights including Mysore masala dosa .

Meals: breakfast

Day 4 — Mysore - Somnathpur

Walking tour visiting some of Mysore’s architectural wonders. Tour the Maharajah’s Palace, which combines Hindu and Saracenic architecture. Afternoon visit to the Keshava temple at Somnathpur. Return to the Maharajah’s Palace this evening to see it illuminated by over 100,000 light bulbs.

Meals: breakfast

Day 4.1 — Transfer: Mysore to Nagarhole National Park

Day 5 — Nagarhole National Park

Travel to Kabini for an overnight stay at The Serai Kabini (or similar). The predator density of Nagarhole Park is one of the highest in Asia and includes tigers, leopards and wild dogs. Afternoon boat safari in search of the park’s endemic wildlife.

Meals: breakfast, lunch, dinner

Day 5.1 — Transfer: Nagarhole National Park to Wayanad

Day 6 — Nagarhole National Park - Wayanad

Early morning canter (open-sided mini bus) safari. Travel to Wayanad for 2 nights at Wayanad Wild. Wayanad is an area of outstanding natural beauty with tropical forests, valleys, waterfalls and sprawling plantations.

Meals: breakfast, lunch, dinner

Day 7 — Wayanad

Morning at leisure. Enjoy an interactive Keralan cooking class and lunch. Take part in a guided nature walk.

Meals: breakfast, lunch, dinner

Day 7.1 — Transfer: Wayanad to Coonoor

Day 8 — Coonoor

Leisurely drive to the hill station of Coonoor. Enjoy lunch on the terrace of the Taj Savoy. Afternoon tour of Ooty’s botanical gardens, filled with more than 1,000 varieties of plants, shrubs and trees. Continue to Coonoor for 2 nights at the Gateway Coonoor IHCL SeleQtions.

Meals: breakfast, lunch

Day 8.1 — Transfer: Coonoor to Ooty

Day 9 — Coonoor - Ooty

Drive to Ooty and ride the Blue Mountain Railway to Coonoor. The scenic narrow-gauge railway runs across plains, plantations and the verdant hills of the Nilgiri Mountains. Visit a planter’s house for afternoon tea and a walk through the tea plantation.

Meals: breakfast

Day 9.1 — Transfer: Ooty to Coimbatore

Day 10 — Kochi

Travel to Coimbatore and board the train to Ernakulam. Transfer to the Eighth Bastion (or similar) for 2 nights. Remainder of the day at leisure to explore the local area.

Meals: breakfast, lunch

Day 10.1 — Transfer: Coimbatore to Kochi

Day 11 — Kochi

Visit some of the highlights of this enchanting port, taking in the architectural styles that reveal Arab, Jewish and European influences. View the remarkable, cantilevered Chinese fishing nets, explore the 16th-century Portuguese-built Mattancherry Palace, the Church of St Francis and India’s oldest active synagogue in historic Jew Town. Wander through markets and visit the vibrant Dhobi Ghats. Later, visit the Kathakali dance studio to see a traditional performance.

Meals: breakfast

Day 11.1 — Transfer: Kochi to Kumarakom

Day 12 — The Backwaters

Drive to the backwater region of Kerala this morning. En route, take a cruise by shikara boat through picturesque waterways Stay for 2 nights at Coconut Lagoon (or similar). Alternatively, upgrade to a full-day cruise on the backwaters followed by a night aboard a traditional rice barge from £195 per person.

Meals: breakfast

Day 13 — The Backwaters

Day at leisure. This evening, enjoy a farewell dinner.

Meals: breakfast, dinner

Day 14 — Fly to London

Morning transfer to the airport and fly to London, via Dubai, with Emirates.

Meals: breakfast

Your accommodation

Planned hotels or ships as published by Cox & Kings. Alternatives of a similar standard may be used. Hotel options are grouped as supplied and are not necessarily all included in one departure.

Taj MG Road, Bengaluru

Taj MG Road is situated in the heart of Bengaluru. Furnished in a modern and elegant style, the property features a number of facilities on-site including a bar/lounge, swimming pool and restaurant, serving both local and international cuisine. All rooms are air conditioned and include a flat-screen television, tea/coffee making facilities and safe.

Radisson Blu Plaza Hotel Mysore

Set against the backdrop of the magnificent Chamundi Hills, the Radisson Blu Plaza Hotel is a 140-room property lying in close proximity to Mysore's most famous attractions including the opulent Mysore Palace and the bustling city markets. Superior rooms are sleek and modern in design with free high speed wireless internet and most offering a view of the Chamundi Hills or Mysore Golf Club. With a fine dining restaurant and outdoor pool, the Radisson Blu Plaza Hotel is the perfect tonic after a day of sightseeing.

The Serai Kabini

Located in the small village of Karapura, between Nagarhole National Park and Bandipur National Park, the Serai Kabini is a brand new property offering luxury cottages and a serene and tranquil ambience. The spacious riverbank cottages all have cosy interiors and feature a quaint sit-out area to relax and watch wildlife. The restaurant serves a wide range of multi-cuisine delicacies or, if you prefer, private dining or picnics in the reserve can be arranged. Activities such as kayaking on the river and cycling can also be arranged directly with the hotel.

Wayanad Wild

Located in the depths of the rainforests of Lakkidi, the gateway to the picturesque Wayanad district, the Wayanad Wild is a family-friendly resort offering luxury cottages in beautiful surroundings. Each of the 12 cottages are comfortable and spacious and the surrounding canopy offers an abundant variety of fauna, birdlife, peaceful streams and remarkable rock formations. A range of activities and excursions suitable for all ages are available and include hikes, cycling tours and visits to a neighbouring tea factory. The Wayanad Wild does not serve alcohol.

Gateway Coonoor

The Gateway Hotel Church Road Coonoor (previously the Taj Garden Retreat), in a world of rolling mountains and drifting mists, exudes an old-world charm. The hotel offers a panoramic view of the valley and is just 10 minutes away from the lovely Sim's park and the Golf course. There are 33 rooms including 4 suites, all rooms are elegantly appointed and offer guest amenities like telephone and colour television with satellite programmes. The dining room serves Indian, Chinese and Continental cuisine and offers a spectacular view of the undulating hills while the Hampton Bar has Rosewood panelling and serves an array of cocktails, spirits and snacks.

Eighth Bastion

Set in the heart of Fort Kochi, Eighth Bastion is a small, chic property that effortlessly combines contemporary and colonial styles. The hotel is built around a small courtyard, and features guestrooms elegantly decorated in minimalist style, with many overlooking the Arabian Sea. No two rooms are of the same size with some featuring shower cubicles and others sunken bath tubs. The Eighth Bastion currently does not have a licence to serve alcoholic drinks.

Coconut Lagoon

Coconut Lagoon is situated on the shores of Lake Vembanad, in the heart of the Keralan backwaters. This peaceful resort, originally a coconut grove, is only accessible by boat, through a narrow network of canals. Accommodation is provided in traditional cottages and some original Keralan houses. Modern bathrooms and air conditioning complement the old style. The state of Kerala is famous for its cuisine and the Coconut Lagoon provides fine examples of vegetarian and non-vegetarian dishes as well as international dishes. Boat trips through the backwaters are highly recommended and there is also a swimming pool, and Ayurvedic and yoga facilities.

What’s included

Welcome and farewell dinners
Included safari & national park fees
Porterage at hotels and train stations
Guided sightseeing & entrance fees
12 breakfasts, 5 lunches & 5 dinners
Experienced local tour manager
Transfers in air-conditioned vehicles
International flights
4- & 5-star accommodation
Small group size - average 12 people (max 18)

Dates & prices

Indicative supplier snapshot. Confirm price, room basis and availability before booking. Monthly estimates deduct a £250 deposit per person for Europe or £395 elsewhere, then divide by whole monthly payments ending no later than 42 days before departure. Rounded to the nearest pound; final payment adjusted.

London and Manchester departures available. Published tour fares are indicative and not airport-specific; confirm your selected airport and quote with Kat & Simon.

52 published departure and room-basis records. Standard prices are per person sharing; solo fares are labelled separately. Sold-out records are shown for reference.

Departure	Departure point	Duration	Room basis	Price per person	Status
5 November 2026	London	14 days	Two sharing	~~Supplier price £3,945~~ £3,845 Save £100 pp · Book by 29 November 2026	Snapshot — confirm availability
5 November 2026	London	14 days	Solo	~~Supplier price £5,490~~ £5,340 Save £150 pp · Book by 29 November 2026	Snapshot — confirm availability
5 November 2026	Manchester	14 days	Two sharing	~~Supplier price £3,945~~ £3,845 Save £100 pp · Book by 29 November 2026	Snapshot — confirm availability
5 November 2026	Manchester	14 days	Solo	~~Supplier price £5,490~~ £5,340 Save £150 pp · Book by 29 November 2026	Snapshot — confirm availability
14 January 2027	London	14 days	Two sharing	~~Supplier price £3,695~~ £3,595 Save £100 pp · Book by 29 November 2026	Snapshot — confirm availability
14 January 2027	Manchester	14 days	Two sharing	~~Supplier price £3,695~~ £3,595 Save £100 pp · Book by 29 November 2026	Snapshot — confirm availability
21 January 2027	London	14 days	Two sharing	~~Supplier price £3,795~~ £3,695 Save £100 pp · Book by 29 November 2026	Snapshot — confirm availability
21 January 2027	Manchester	14 days	Two sharing	~~Supplier price £3,795~~ £3,695 Save £100 pp · Book by 29 November 2026	Snapshot — confirm availability
4 February 2027	London	14 days	Two sharing	~~Supplier price £3,845~~ £3,745 Save £100 pp · Book by 29 November 2026	Snapshot — confirm availability
4 February 2027	Manchester	14 days	Two sharing	~~Supplier price £3,845~~ £3,745 Save £100 pp · Book by 29 November 2026	Snapshot — confirm availability
11 March 2027	London	14 days	Two sharing	~~Supplier price £3,795~~ £3,695 Save £100 pp · Book by 29 November 2026	Snapshot — confirm availability
11 March 2027	Manchester	14 days	Two sharing	~~Supplier price £3,795~~ £3,695 Save £100 pp · Book by 29 November 2026	Snapshot — confirm availability
16 September 2027	London	14 days	Two sharing	~~Supplier price £3,745~~ £3,645 Save £100 pp · Book by 29 November 2026	Snapshot — confirm availability
16 September 2027	London	14 days	Solo	~~Supplier price £5,190~~ £5,040 Save £150 pp · Book by 29 November 2026	Snapshot — confirm availability
16 September 2027	Manchester	14 days	Two sharing	~~Supplier price £3,745~~ £3,645 Save £100 pp · Book by 29 November 2026	Snapshot — confirm availability
16 September 2027	Manchester	14 days	Solo	~~Supplier price £5,190~~ £5,040 Save £150 pp · Book by 29 November 2026	Snapshot — confirm availability
14 October 2027	London	14 days	Two sharing	~~Supplier price £3,945~~ £3,845 Save £100 pp · Book by 29 November 2026	Snapshot — confirm availability
14 October 2027	London	14 days	Solo	~~Supplier price £5,590~~ £5,440 Save £150 pp · Book by 29 November 2026	Snapshot — confirm availability
14 October 2027	Manchester	14 days	Two sharing	~~Supplier price £3,945~~ £3,845 Save £100 pp · Book by 29 November 2026	Snapshot — confirm availability
14 October 2027	Manchester	14 days	Solo	~~Supplier price £5,590~~ £5,440 Save £150 pp · Book by 29 November 2026	Snapshot — confirm availability
4 November 2027	London	14 days	Two sharing	~~Supplier price £4,045~~ £3,945 Save £100 pp · Book by 29 November 2026	Snapshot — confirm availability
4 November 2027	London	14 days	Solo	~~Supplier price £5,690~~ £5,540 Save £150 pp · Book by 29 November 2026	Snapshot — confirm availability
4 November 2027	Manchester	14 days	Two sharing	~~Supplier price £4,045~~ £3,945 Save £100 pp · Book by 29 November 2026	Snapshot — confirm availability
4 November 2027	Manchester	14 days	Solo	~~Supplier price £5,690~~ £5,540 Save £150 pp · Book by 29 November 2026	Snapshot — confirm availability
13 January 2028	London	14 days	Two sharing	~~Supplier price £4,245~~ £4,120 Save £125 pp · Book by 29 November 2026	Snapshot — confirm availability
13 January 2028	London	14 days	Solo	~~Supplier price £5,940~~ £5,765 Save £175 pp · Book by 29 November 2026	Snapshot — confirm availability
13 January 2028	Manchester	14 days	Two sharing	~~Supplier price £4,245~~ £4,120 Save £125 pp · Book by 29 November 2026	Snapshot — confirm availability
13 January 2028	Manchester	14 days	Solo	~~Supplier price £5,940~~ £5,765 Save £175 pp · Book by 29 November 2026	Snapshot — confirm availability
20 January 2028	London	14 days	Two sharing	~~Supplier price £4,295~~ £4,170 Save £125 pp · Book by 29 November 2026	Snapshot — confirm availability
20 January 2028	London	14 days	Solo	~~Supplier price £5,990~~ £5,815 Save £175 pp · Book by 29 November 2026	Snapshot — confirm availability
20 January 2028	Manchester	14 days	Two sharing	~~Supplier price £4,295~~ £4,170 Save £125 pp · Book by 29 November 2026	Snapshot — confirm availability
20 January 2028	Manchester	14 days	Solo	~~Supplier price £5,990~~ £5,815 Save £175 pp · Book by 29 November 2026	Snapshot — confirm availability
3 February 2028	London	14 days	Two sharing	~~Supplier price £4,595~~ £4,470 Save £125 pp · Book by 29 November 2026	Snapshot — confirm availability
3 February 2028	London	14 days	Solo	~~Supplier price £6,590~~ £6,415 Save £175 pp · Book by 29 November 2026	Snapshot — confirm availability
3 February 2028	Manchester	14 days	Two sharing	~~Supplier price £4,595~~ £4,470 Save £125 pp · Book by 29 November 2026	Snapshot — confirm availability
3 February 2028	Manchester	14 days	Solo	~~Supplier price £6,590~~ £6,415 Save £175 pp · Book by 29 November 2026	Snapshot — confirm availability
9 March 2028	London	14 days	Two sharing	~~Supplier price £4,345~~ £4,220 Save £125 pp · Book by 29 November 2026	Snapshot — confirm availability
9 March 2028	London	14 days	Solo	~~Supplier price £6,290~~ £6,115 Save £175 pp · Book by 29 November 2026	Snapshot — confirm availability
9 March 2028	Manchester	14 days	Two sharing	~~Supplier price £4,345~~ £4,220 Save £125 pp · Book by 29 November 2026	Snapshot — confirm availability
9 March 2028	Manchester	14 days	Solo	~~Supplier price £6,290~~ £6,115 Save £175 pp · Book by 29 November 2026	Snapshot — confirm availability
14 September 2028	London	14 days	Two sharing	~~Supplier price £3,945~~ £3,845 Save £100 pp · Book by 29 November 2026	Snapshot — confirm availability
14 September 2028	London	14 days	Solo	~~Supplier price £5,640~~ £5,490 Save £150 pp · Book by 29 November 2026	Snapshot — confirm availability
14 September 2028	Manchester	14 days	Two sharing	~~Supplier price £3,945~~ £3,845 Save £100 pp · Book by 29 November 2026	Snapshot — confirm availability
14 September 2028	Manchester	14 days	Solo	~~Supplier price £5,640~~ £5,490 Save £150 pp · Book by 29 November 2026	Snapshot — confirm availability
12 October 2028	London	14 days	Two sharing	~~Supplier price £4,395~~ £4,270 Save £125 pp · Book by 29 November 2026	Snapshot — confirm availability
12 October 2028	London	14 days	Solo	~~Supplier price £6,390~~ £6,215 Save £175 pp · Book by 29 November 2026	Snapshot — confirm availability
12 October 2028	Manchester	14 days	Two sharing	~~Supplier price £4,395~~ £4,270 Save £125 pp · Book by 29 November 2026	Snapshot — confirm availability
12 October 2028	Manchester	14 days	Solo	~~Supplier price £6,390~~ £6,215 Save £175 pp · Book by 29 November 2026	Snapshot — confirm availability
2 November 2028	London	14 days	Two sharing	~~Supplier price £4,395~~ £4,270 Save £125 pp · Book by 29 November 2026	Snapshot — confirm availability
2 November 2028	London	14 days	Solo	~~Supplier price £6,390~~ £6,215 Save £175 pp · Book by 29 November 2026	Snapshot — confirm availability
2 November 2028	Manchester	14 days	Two sharing	~~Supplier price £4,395~~ £4,270 Save £125 pp · Book by 29 November 2026	Snapshot — confirm availability
2 November 2028	Manchester	14 days	Solo	~~Supplier price £6,390~~ £6,215 Save £175 pp · Book by 29 November 2026	Snapshot — confirm availability

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