The Southern part of India has some most amazing tourist destinations that are filled with natural scenic beauty and are culturally rich too. This 5 nights and 6 days Jewels Of the South Indian tour will give you a chance to visit some of such places such as Ooty, Munnar and Kumarakom. You will also explore the wildlife of the region at Periyar wildlife sanctuary. Filled with numerous local attractions, this tour is going to be an unforgettable one.
The Queen of Hill Stations in South India, Udhagamandalam, is situated at an altitude of 2,240 meters above sea level. The city is named after the word 'Othakal-mund'. This word in the tribal Toda language means 'House of mountains'. A British base in the 1800s, it was renamed Ootacamund and later Ooty for easy pronunciation.
The Nilgiri Mountain Railway that connects Ooty with Mettupalayam is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The vast tea gardens, quaint cottages from the Raj, the lakes, the misty hill terrain and the home made chocolates make Ooty one of the most charming destinations in southern India. Whether one is looking for solitude, adventure or a memorable family vacation, Ooty offers them all in ample measure.