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Classical South India - Tamilnadu And Kerala

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From Chennai (Madras) to Kochi (Cochin)
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In-depth Cultural
Immerse yourself in rich history and local traditions
Partially Guided
Independent travel, featuring selected guided excursions
Low Intensity
Travelers can expect some light physical activities
Guided in English
All Ages Welcome
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Itinerary

  1. Day 1

    Chennai

    Start point
    Chennai International Airport (MAA), Great Southern Trunk Rd, Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India (You will be greeted outside the airport exit gate by a representative holding a personalized name placard. Pick-up can also be arranged from any car-accessible location within Chennai., 07:00 - 12:00)
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Hotel Lotus), Hotel (Lemon Tree Chennai), Hotel (Ramada By Wyndham), Hotel (Hotel Mahab), Hotel (Grand Chennai By GRT), Hotel (Trident Chennai)

    Included Activities

    • Visit Marina Beach
    • Explore St. Thomas Church
    • Visit Kapaleeshwarar Temple
    Landmarks
    Marina Beach
    St. Thomas Church
    Kapaleeshwarar Temple
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  2. Day 2

    Chennai to Pondicherry

    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Resort (Hotel Annamalai Pondicherry), Hotel (Shenbaga Hotel & Convention), Hotel (The Residency Towers), Hotel (The Rishmond), Hotel (Accord), Resort (Radisson Resort )

    Included Activities

    • Visit Shore Temple
    • Visit Five Rathas
    • Visit Arjuna's Penance
    • Visit Aurobindo Ashram
    Landmarks
    Shore Temple
    Five Rathas
    Arjuna's Penance
    Aurobindo Ashram
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  3. Day 3

    Pondicherry to Tanjore

    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Laxmi Hotel), Hotel (Sangam Hotel), Hotel (Svatma Hotel), Hotel (Hotel Gnanam), Resort (Ideal River View Resort)

    Included Activities

    • Visit Airavateswara Temple
    • Visit Brihadeeswarar Temple
    • Visit Raja Museum & Art Gallery
    • Visit Saraswati Mahal Library
    Landmarks
    Airavateswara Temple
    Brihadeeswarar Temple
    Raja Museum & Art Gallery
    Saraswati Mahal Library
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  4. Day 4

    Tanjore to Chettinad

    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Chettinad Court), Hotel (Chettinad Mansion), Hotel (ChidambaraVilas Chettinad)

    Included Activities

    • Visit Sri Ranganathaswamy Temple
    • Visit cotton weaving center
    • Visit traditional tile-making unit

    Optional Activities

    • Chettinad Bullock Cart Ride Experience - USD 60 Per Person
    Landmarks
    Sri Ranganathaswamy Temple
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  5. Day 5

    Chettinad to Madurai

    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel (JC Residency Madurai), Hotel (Regency Madurai by GRT Hotel), Hotel (Heritage Madurai)

    Included Activities

    • Explore vibrant markets by rickshaw
    • Visit Meenakshi Amman Temple

    Optional Activities

    • Madurai - Heritage Walking Tour - USD 55 per person
    Landmarks
    Meenakshi Amman Temple
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  6. Day 6

    Madurai to Periyar

    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Home-stay (Green View homestay), Hotel ( Hotel Peppervine Thekkady), Hotel (Cardamom County by Xandari), Hotel (Elephant Route), Hotel (Elephant Court), Hotel (Niramaya Retreats)

    Included Activities

    • Boat ride in Periyar
    • Visit spice plantation

    Optional Activities

    • Thekkady - Cooking Class and Dinner - USD 35 per person
    Landmarks
    Periyar National Park
  7. Day 7

    Kumarakom

    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Resort (Deshadan Backwater Resort), Hotel (Abad Whispering Palms), Hotel (Coconut Lagoon), Hotel (Backwater ripples), Hotel (Lakesong Hotel), Resort (Zuri Kumarakom Resort)

    Optional Activities

    • Yoga sessions
    • Ayurvedic treatments
    • Relaxation activities
    Landmarks
    Vembanad Lake
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  8. Day 8

    Kumarakom to Cochin

    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch (Lunch on board houseboat)
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Hotel Abad Plaza), Hotel (Casino Hotel ), Hotel (Eight Bastion ), Hotel (Abad Atrium), Hotel (The Dutch Bungalow), Hotel (Fragrant Nature)

    Included Activities

    • Houseboat cruise through Kerala backwaters
    Landmarks
    Vembanad Lake
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  9. Day 9

    Cochin

    End point
    Cochin International Airport (COK), Nedumbassery, Alwaye, Kerala, India (You will be dropped off at the airport or any car-accessible location within Cochin, ensuring a smooth and comfortable end to your journey.)
    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Visit Chinese Fishing Nets
    • Visit Mattancherry Dutch Palace
    • Visit St. Francis Church
    • Visit Jewish Synagogue
    • Attend traditional Kathakali dance performance
    Landmarks
    Chinese Fishing Nets
    Mattancherry Dutch Palace
    St. Francis Church
    Jewish Synagogue
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  • Classical South India - Tamilnadu And Kerala reviewer 1
    January 10th, 2026
    Nice and Interesting tour in Tamil Nadu & final relaxing days in Kerala is a very special way to start a new year!
    Traveled in January 2026
  • A
    March 3rd, 2025
    Everything as planned. The best: The driver. Great driver and great guy! The worst:Hotel Lakshmi and local guides....
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    Traveled in February 2025
    Reply from: MTA Destination Management Company
    Dear Mr. Costa, Thank you for your feedback. We're glad you had a great experience with our driver. We regret that Hotel Lakshmi and the local guides did not meet your expectations. Your comments are noted, and we will work on improving these aspects for future travelers. We appreciate your insights and hope to welcome you again for an even better experience. Best regards, MTA Destination Management Company Team
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  • L
    December 17th, 2024
    Where you submitted comments online and also on the paper that I was given on the last day by our driver
    Traveled in December 2024
    Reply from: MTA Destination Management Company
    Dear Linda, Thank you for your feedback on the Classical South India - Tamil Nadu and Kerala tour. We truly appreciate the time you took to share your comments online and on the feedback form provided by our driver. Your input helps us continue improving and ensures we deliver exceptional experiences to our guests. We hope to have the opportunity to assist you with another memorable journey in the future. Warm regards, My Tour Adviser
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  • Classical South India - Tamilnadu And Kerala reviewer 4
    November 2nd, 2024
    If I had known earlier that there was only 2 of us on the tour I would most likely have looked at engaging a private...
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    Traveled in October 2024
    Reply from: MTA Destination Management Company
    Thank you for sharing your feedback! I understand how having a dedicated guide would have added more value, especially in helping you explore and understand the places along the way. We’ll certainly keep this in mind for future tours to ensure a more interactive experience for travelers who might want guidance beyond the driver’s role. I'm glad to hear you enjoyed the hotels, though I can see how staying closer to unique local markets would have enhanced the experience, especially as a shopper. For guests who prefer closer access to crafts and shops, we can customize hotel locations to better align with their interests. Thank you once again for your insights, which help us improve. Please don’t hesitate to reach out if you plan to return—I'd be happy to arrange a more personalized experience for you. MTA DMC Team
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  • Classical South India - Tamilnadu And Kerala reviewer 5
    October 24th, 2024
    Amazing trip through Tamil Nadu, the hotels were first class, the guides provided insightfully commentary. A...
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    Traveled in October 2024
    Reply from: MTA Destination Management Company
    Thank you so much for your kind words! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your journey through Tamil Nadu and that the hotels and guides met your expectations. It’s wonderful to know that Mugesh made such a positive impression—he truly is a skilled driver, and we're grateful for his dedication to keeping our guests safe and comfortable, even in the busiest traffic! Your feedback means a lot to us, and I'll be sure to pass on your appreciation to Mugesh and the team. Please let us know if you plan to travel with us again; we’d love to help you explore more of India. Safe travels! MTA DMC Team
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  • Classical South India - Tamilnadu And Kerala reviewer 6
    May 9th, 2024
    A trip to remember! It was a challenge for us to find a trusted tour agency for an 8-day tour and we definitely...
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    Traveled in April 2024
  • Classical South India - Tamilnadu And Kerala reviewer 7
    March 3rd, 2024
    By accident there was just my wife and I for our tour group and had the most wonderful nine days with our driver...
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    Traveled in February 2024
    Reply from: MTA Destination Management Company
    Thank you for your valuable feedback! We're delighted to hear about your wonderful experience with our driver Pandi and your overall tour with MTA Destination Experts. We take pride in providing exceptional service, and it's rewarding to know that Pandi's competence, courtesy, and knowledge contributed to your enjoyable nine days. Exploring off-the-beaten-path destinations and navigating India's roads can indeed be challenging, and we're thrilled that we could make it possible for you to experience them hassle-free. We'll be sure to pass on your kind words to Pandi and the rest of our team. We look forward to welcoming you back for more memorable journeys in the future!
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  • A
    February 2nd, 2023
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    Tamil Nadu il spettacolare and Kerala full of charme.
    Traveled in January 2023
    Reply from: MTA Destination Management Company
    Hello Valeria We appriociate your feedback we llok forward to see you again. Thanks Team MTA
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  • L
    November 30th, 2022
    We enjoyed our guide, Mannish and driver, Venkey. Mannish spoke English well and is knowledgeable about Hinduism and...
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    Traveled in November 2022
  • M
    November 9th, 2022
    Kerala is a must in India. It is totaly different than other parts of the country : the nature, people, food, even...
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    Traveled in November 2022
    Reply from: MTA Destination Management Company
    Ms Maria Thanks for the feedback. we look forward to see you again. Warm Regards Manish
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