Karnataka Wayanad

HIGHLIGHTS

• Pookote Lake, Lakkidi View Point, Banasura Sagar Dam

• Kuruva Island, Tholpetty Wildlife Sanctuary, Thirunelli Temple

• Chembra Peak, Soochipara Water Falls

• Dubare elephant camp at coorg

• Abay water falls

• Buddhist monestry


DAY 1 : CALICUT – WAYANAD

Pick up From Calicut and proceed to wayanad arrive & checkin to hotel .After lunch proceed for Sightseeing to Banasura sagar Dam It is the largest earthen dam in India and the second largest in Asia and an ideal starting point for hikes into the surrounding scenic mountains. Next moving to Pookote Lake - Which is a natural fresh water lake nestling amid evergreen forests and mountain slopes at an altitude of 770 meters above sea level.Evening visit to Lakkidi View Point - it is the gateway of Wayanad as it is located at the crest of the serpentine Thamarassery ghat pass. There are nine hairpin curves. After sightseeing by evening proceed to hotel overnight dinner and stay at hotel.

DAY 2 : WAYANAD

After breakfast proceed to Kuruva Island these are small island located on tributeris of river kabani - Tholpetty Wildlife Sanctuary is one of the best places in Kerala for sighting wild elephants. Other than elephant herds, there is good chance to spot bison, deer, monkey, giant squirrel and a range of other animals.Tigers and leopards are present here. Thirunalli Temple Temple is the only temple in the world where the devotees can perform all the rituals related to one’s life, starting from birth to death and life after death. It is one of the most ancient temples in Kerala. It is believed that here the prathishta of Lord Vishnu was performed by Lord Brahma. It is also known as ''Sahyamala Kshetram'' and ''Kashi of the South'

DAY 3: WAYANAD

After fresh up and breakfast proceed to Chembra Peak- is the highest peak in Wayanad, A heart shaped lake on the way to the top of the peak is a major tourist attraction, trucking is about 4 km. Next Moving to Soochippara Water falls which is a three-tiered waterfall surrounded by Deciduous, Evergreen and Montane forests. Locally referred to as Soochipara ("Soochi" meaning "Needle" and "Para" meaning "Rock"). Evening back to hotel for dinner and over night stay.

DAY 4: WAYANAD – COORG

After breakfast, check out from the hotel and drive to Coorg (120 Km / 04 hrs), on arrival check into the hotel. Evening proceed to visit Abbi waterfalls, then to Omkareshwara Temple – a temple having both Islamic and Gothic style of architecture. Then proceed to Raja Seat – a seasonal garden of flowers and artificial fountains. You can view the beautiful view of mountains of Coorg from here. Return to the hotel and overnight stay at the hotel.

DAY 5: COORG

Morning, after breakfast, full day free for sightseeing at Coorg. First, visit to Dubare Elephant Camp, a forest camp on the banks of the river Kaveri where bathing and feeding the elephants are done. Dubare elephant camp in Coorg is the perfect destination to enjoy. Elephant rides and bird watching. Afternoon, proceed to Talacauveri – located in the picturesque location of Brahmagiri hills, Climb Brahmagiri peak and then visit to Bhagamandala. Bhagamandala is famous for the confluence of the three sacred rivers: Kaveri, Sujyothi and kanike. Visit to the temple dedicated to Bhagandeshwara ( Lord Shiva) and get the blessings . Return to hotel and overnight stay at hotel.

DAY 6: BANGALORE (DEPARTURE)

After breakfast check out from the hotel and drive to Bangalore Airport (185 km/ 05 hrs) . to connect your flight for onward journey.