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Tamil Nadu and Kerala

11 days
From Chennai (Madras) to Kochi (Cochin)
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In-depth Cultural
Immerse yourself in rich history and local traditions
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Independent travel, featuring selected guided excursions
Low Intensity
Travelers can expect some light physical activities
Guided in English
Group Size 2 - 20
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Itinerary

  1. Day 1

    Chennai

    Start point
    Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India (Upon arrival at Chennai International Airport you will be met in the arrival hall by a tour representative, 00:00 - 23:55)
    Accommodation
    Hotel (The Residency), Hotel (Grand Chennai by GRT)

    Optional Activities

    • Explore Chennai at leisure
    Landmarks
    Fort St. George
  2. Day 2

    Chennai - Kanchipuram - Chennai

    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel (The Residency), Hotel (Grand Chennai by GRT)

    Included Activities

    • Excursion to Kanchipuram with visit to Kailashnath Temple
    • Sightseeing tour including Government Museum and National Art Gallery
    • Visit to Kapaleeshwarar Temple
    • Visit to Santhome Cathedral
    • Drive past Marina Beach
    Landmarks
    Kailashnath Temple
    Government Museum and National Art Gallery
    Kapaleeshwarar Temple
    Santhome Cathedral
    Marina Beach
  3. Day 3

    Chennai - Mahabalipuram - Pondicherry

    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Hotel Athithi)

    Included Activities

    • Visit to Hindu temples of Mahabalipuram including Shore Temple
    • Visit to Aurobindo Ashram
    • Visit to museum at Aurobindo Ashram
    • Visit to Church of Sacred Heart of Jesus

    Optional Activities

    • Explore Pondicherry at leisure in the afternoon
    Landmarks
    Shore Temple
    Mahabalipuram Temples
    Aurobindo Ashram
    Church of Sacred Heart of Jesus
  4. Day 4

    Pondicherry - Chidambaram - Gangaikondacholapuram - Darasuram - Kumbakonam

    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Indeco Hotels Swamimalai)

    Included Activities

    • Visit to Nataraja Temple in Chidambaram
    • Visit to Gangaikonda Cholapuram Temple
    • Visit to temples of Darasuram and Airavatheeswarar
    • Visit to Sarangapani Temple in Kumbakonam
    • Visit to Kumbeshwara Temple in Kumbakonam
    Landmarks
    Nataraja Temple
    Gangaikonda Cholapuram Temple
    Airavatheeswarar Temple
    Sarangapani Temple
    Kumbeshwara Temple
  5. Day 5

    Kumbakonam - Tanjore

    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Sangam Hotel)

    Included Activities

    • Visit to Brihadeeswara Temple
    Landmarks
    Brihadeeswara Temple
  6. Day 6

    Tanjore - Trichy - Tanjore

    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Sangam Hotel)

    Included Activities

    • Excursion to Trichy with visit to Ganapathi Temple
    • Visit to Lord Shiva Temple in Trichy
    • Visit to Sri Ranganathaswamy Temple in Srirangam
    Landmarks
    Ganapathi Temple
    Lord Shiva Temple
    Sri Ranganathaswamy Temple
  7. Day 7

    Tanjore - Madurai

    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Hotel Germanus), Hotel (Courtyard by Marriott Madurai)

    Included Activities

    • Sightseeing tour of Madurai
    • Visit to Meenakshi Temple
    • Visit to Tirumalai Nayak Palace
    • Visit to Gandhi Museum
    • Sri Meenakshi Temple night ceremony
    Landmarks
    Meenakshi Temple
    Tirumalai Nayak Palace
    Gandhi Museum
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  8. Day 8

    Madurai - Periyar

    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Abad Green Forest), Hotel (Elephant Court)

    Included Activities

    • Boat ride on Periyar Lake
    • Kalaripayattu (Kerala martial arts) performance
    Landmarks
    Periyar Lake
    Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary
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  9. Day 9

    Periyar - Alleppey

    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Houseboat)

    Included Activities

    • Board traditional houseboat (Kettuvallam)
    • Leisurely cruise through Kerala backwaters
    Landmarks
    Kerala Backwaters
  10. Day 10

    Alleppey - Kochi

    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Holiday Inn), Hotel (Le Meridien)

    Included Activities

    • Walking tour of historic districts
    • Visit to Mattancherry Palace (Dutch Palace)
    • Visit to Jew Town and Pardesi Synagogue
    • Kathakali dance performance
    Landmarks
    Mattancherry Palace
    Pardesi Synagogue
    Itinerary Image 1
  11. Day 11

    Kochi Departure

    End point
    Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India (At the agreed time, transfer from the hotel to the airport in Chennai.)
    Meals
    Breakfast

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4.7
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    4.8
  • Transport
    4.5
  • Guide
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  • Accommodation
    4.8
  • Food
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  • A
    December 23rd, 2019
    Thank you for wonderful organisation and great experience in Delhi. I will be happy to travel with 'Indian Escapes'...
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    Traveled in April 2019
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  • A
    December 23rd, 2019
    Guides and driver was humble and courteous.
    Traveled in August 2019
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    December 23rd, 2019
    The Indian company was very professional and courteous in delivering the services. Garzie!
    Traveled in May 2019
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  • A
    December 23rd, 2019
    It was good but too many temples and churches. Suggets some leisure activities to emphasisied more.
    Traveled in July 2019
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  • A
    December 23rd, 2019
    Thought India has only Taj Mahal but this tour was magical enough to break that notion. Grazie Mille Indian Escapes.
    Traveled in October 2019
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  • A
    December 23rd, 2019
    We had a memorable and enjoyable days, and are very grateful to all who have contributed tou our experience. Grazie!
    Traveled in June 2019
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