Overview
Set off on an 8-hours sightseeing tour of Kanyakumari, a beautiful coastal town in the Indian Ocean. Explore this southernmost tip of the Indian subcontinent with a visit to Asia’s largest wooden palace complex, followed by an authentic south Indian lunch at a local restaurant.
Set your eyes on the footstall at the Gandhi Memorial which stores the ashes of the ‘Father of the Nation’ and get amazed by the 17th century scriptures preserved at the Suchindram Temple.
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- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Mobile ticket
What's included
Thali – South Indian Vegetarian Meal
All Currently Applicable Taxes
English speaking Guide for the Tour
Pick up and drop at Kovalam
Gratuities
Monument fees
Meeting and pickup
Travelers meet at the meeting point.
Meeting point
City Hotels
End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
Good to know
• Comfortable walking shoes are recommended
• Museums are closed on Monday
Hotel pickups commence prior to this time, you must contact the local service provider to verify your exact pickup time.
What to expect
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Padmanabhapuram Palace
1 hour
Your wonderful day starts with a pick up from your hotel. Then, you will be driven south to reach Kanyakumari, also known as Cape Comorin. The word Cape Comorin is a combination of two words, Cape, meaning a land which infiltrated into the sea and Comorin the former name of the area. The rocky headland on the Indian Ocean is situated in the State of Tamil Nadu and, forms the subcontinent’s southernmost point.
On the way visit Padmanbhapuram Palace, the largest wooden palace complex of Asia that served as the summer palace of the erstwhile Travancore Kingdom. A perfect exemplar of the traditional Keralan architecture, the palace was once the capital of Travancore. Explore the palace and get an insight into the life of the Maharajas of Travancore. The oldest section within the palace complex dates back to 1550. -
Kanyakumari Beach
45 min
Kanyakumari Devi Temple. Located at the tip of the subcontinent, the sea facing temple is a beautiful attraction and one of the highly revered point of interest of the town. It is believed that the back spine area of Sati’s corpse fell here creating the presence of kundalini sakthi in the region. It is also one of the 51 Shakti Peethas.
Then, pay a visit to the Gandhi Memorial, beautifully perched at the end of the land. Shaped in the form of an Odishi Temple, perfectly imagined by Christian, Hindu, and Muslim architects, the memorial is one of the most famous attractions of Kanyakumari. -
Gandhi Memorial
30 min
Gandhi Memorial, beautifully perched at the end of the land. Shaped in the form of an Odishi Temple, perfectly imagined by Christian, Hindu, and Muslim architects, the memorial is one of the most famous attractions of Kanyakumari. The central footstall of the building stores some of the ashes of Mahatma Gandhi, before they were immersed in the sea.
Then, get back to Kovalam.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
Times are local to the experience (Asia/Kolkata).
Additional Information
- A minimum of 02 people per booking is required
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Up to 8 travelers per booking
FAQs about Full Day Kanyakumari Day Excursion
Can I cancel Full Day Kanyakumari Day Excursion for free?
Yes. For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
How long does it take?
It takes about 6 hours.
Where does it start?
City Hotels
What's included?
- Thali – South Indian Vegetarian Meal
- All Currently Applicable Taxes
- English speaking Guide for the Tour
- Pick up and drop at Kovalam
What's not included?
- Gratuities
- Monument fees
Which places does it visit?
It visits Padmanabhapuram Palace, Kanyakumari Beach, Gandhi Memorial.
Which languages is it offered in?
It is offered in English.
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