If it is a guaranteed group departure in these dates (From 23th to 28th February) If there are any female solo travelers on this adventure with whom she could share a room. Whether a guide is included. Details about the accommodation provided (e.g., type of hotel or room arrangements)

We operate only private tours, and at the moment, we do not have a guaranteed group departure for your requested dates (23rd – 28th February 2025). If you are open to a private tour, we would be happy to arrange a customized itinerary for you. The price provided for a solo traveler includes a single room supplement, services of a local English-speaking guide during sightseeing, and all entrance fees to monuments as part of the package. Regarding accommodation, we typically offer well-rated 3-star, 4-star, or 5-star hotels, depending on your preference. Each traveler is provided with a private room in our standard offerings.

Is it possible to book a budget-friendly hotel for one person? I don't need anything sprcial or expensive.... And other question: I would arrive on March 20th and want to start the tour on March 21st. Would it be possible to book an extra hotel night for the 20. March + pick up from airport?

Recommend you please book Single Room 3* hotels package. That will the most economic package for you. Pre-night accommodation with breakfast and airport transfer will cost additional INR 13281 or Euro 151 in same hotel included in your package.

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South India The Temple Route

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Start and end in Chennai (Madras)

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Operator: Agora Voyages OPC Pvt Ltd
Ancient Wonders: Walk among ruins, temples, and timeless landmarks
Group Tour: Join a group and forge lifelong friendships
Fully Guided: An experienced guide will be with you for the entire tour
Low Intensity: Travelers can expect some light physical activities
Guided in English
Group Size 1 - 10
All Ages Welcome

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Itinerary

Day 1
Chennai
Chennai
Start point
Chennai Airport, Chennai, Kanchipuram, Tamil Nadu, India (As per flight schedule arrival transfer from airport to hotel., 09:00 - 23:55)
Accommodation
Hotel 3* (ZONE By The Park / Raj Park), Hotel 4* (Accord Metropolitan/ The Park Chennai ), Hotel 5* (ITC Gardenia, a Luxury Collection/ Vivanta Bengaluru, Residency Road)
Included Activities
- Fort St. George & Museum visit
- Kapaleeshwarar Temple visit
- Semmozhi Poonga botanical garden visit
- Dakshina Chitra living history museum visit
- Marina Beach evening stroll
Landmarks
Fort St. George
Kapaleeshwarar Temple
Semmozhi Poonga
Dakshina Chitra
Marina Beach
Day 2
Vellore
Vellore
Meals
Breakfast
Accommodation
Hotel 3* (Regency Sameera Vellore by GRT Hotel), Hotel 4* (Fortune Park Vellore)
Included Activities
- Kailasanathar Temple visit
- Ekambareswarar Temple visit
- Varadharaja Temple visit
- Vaikundhaperumal Temple visit
- Vellore Fort visit
- Sri Lakshmi Narayani Golden Temple visit
Landmarks
Kailasanathar Temple
Ekambareswarar Temple
Varadharaja Temple
Vaikundhaperumal Temple
Vellore Fort
Sri Lakshmi Narayani Golden Temple
Day 3
Trichy
Trichy
Meals
Breakfast
Accommodation
Hotel 3* (Red Fox Hotel/ Hotel Blossoms ), Hotel 4* (Courtyard by Marriott )
Included Activities
- Arulmigu Arunachaleswarar Temple visit
- Ramanasramam ashram visit
Landmarks
Arulmigu Arunachaleswarar Temple
Arunachala Hill
Ramanasramam
Day 4
Thanjore
Thanjore
Meals
Breakfast
Accommodation
Hotel 3* (Sangam Hotels ), Hotel 4* (GReaT Trails Riverview Resort ), Hotel 5* (Svatma )
Included Activities
- Sri Ranganathaswamy Temple visit
- Rock Fort Temple visit
- Jambukeshwara Temple (Tiruvanaikkaval) visit
- Brihadeshwara Temple & Fort visit
- Thanjavur Palace & Museum visit
- Saraswathi Mahal Library visit
Landmarks
Sri Ranganathaswamy Temple
Rock Fort Temple
Jambukeshwara Temple
Brihadeshwara Temple
Thanjavur Fort
Thanjavur Palace
Saraswathi Mahal Library
Day 5
Pondicherry
Pondicherry
Meals
Breakfast
Accommodation
Hotel 3* (Shenbaga Hotel/ Anandha Inn Convention Centre ), Hotel 4* (Le Pondy/ Accord Puducherry ), Hotel 5* (Palais De Mahe/ La Villa )
Included Activities
- Darasuram Temple visit
- Gangaikonda Cholapuram visit
- Nataraja Temple (Chidambaram) visit
Landmarks
Darasuram Temple
Gangaikonda Cholapuram
Nataraja Temple
Day 6
Mahabalipuram - Chennai
Mahabalipuram - Chennai
End point
Chennai Airport, Chennai, Kanchipuram, Tamil Nadu, India (As per flight schedule departure transfer to airport., 16:00 - 23:55)
Meals
Breakfast
Included Activities
- Aurovil visit
- Pondicherry Museum visit
- French Colony stroll
- Monolithic Temples (Mahabalipuram) visit
- Shore Temple visit
- Cave Temples (Mahabalipuram) visit
- Krishna's Butterball visit
Landmarks
Aurovil
Pondicherry Museum
French Colony
Monolithic Temples
Shore Temple
Mahabalipuram Cave Temples
Krishna's Butterball

Landmarks
Fort St. George
Kapaleeshwarar Temple
Semmozhi Poonga
Dakshina Chitra
Marina Beach

Landmarks
Kailasanathar Temple
Ekambareswarar Temple
Varadharaja Temple
Vaikundhaperumal Temple
Vellore Fort
Sri Lakshmi Narayani Golden Temple

Landmarks
Arulmigu Arunachaleswarar Temple
Arunachala Hill
Ramanasramam

Landmarks
Sri Ranganathaswamy Temple
Rock Fort Temple
Jambukeshwara Temple
Brihadeshwara Temple
Thanjavur Fort
Thanjavur Palace
Saraswathi Mahal Library

Landmarks
Darasuram Temple
Gangaikonda Cholapuram
Nataraja Temple

Landmarks
Aurovil
Pondicherry Museum
French Colony
Monolithic Temples
Shore Temple
Mahabalipuram Cave Temples
Krishna's Butterball

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ITC Gardenia, a Luxury Collection/ Vivanta Bengaluru, Residency Road
Hotel 5*
day 1
Accord Metropolitan/ The Park Chennai
Hotel 4*
day 1
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ZONE By The Park / Raj Park
Hotel 3*
day 1
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Regency Sameera Vellore by GRT Hotel
Hotel 3*
day 2
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Fortune Park Vellore
Hotel 4*
day 2
Red Fox Hotel/ Hotel Blossoms
Hotel 3*
day 3
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Courtyard by Marriott
Hotel 4*
day 3
Sangam Hotels
Hotel 3*
day 4
Upgrade Available
GReaT Trails Riverview Resort
Hotel 4*
day 4
Upgrade Available
Svatma
Hotel 5*
day 4
Shenbaga Hotel/ Anandha Inn Convention Centre
Hotel 3*
day 5
Upgrade Available
Palais De Mahe/ La Villa
Hotel 5*
day 5
Le Pondy/ Accord Puducherry
Hotel 4*
day 5
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SALLY
April 26th, 2026
Excellent tour with an excellent guide, Jitendra!
Michael
April 20th, 2026
Our journey through Mumbai and central India was an outstanding experience, blending vibrant city life with...
Our journey through Mumbai and central India was an outstanding experience, blending vibrant city life with remarkable history and culture. In Mumbai we explored highlights such as the iconic Gateway of India, the sweeping waterfront of Marine Drive, and the magnificent Chhatrapati Shivaji Terminus. A visit to Dhobi Ghat offered a fascinating glimpse into daily life, while the cruise to the ancient Elephanta Caves was a real highlight. Travelling onward through Nashik, Aurangabad, Burhanpur, Maheshwar and Indore, each stop revealed something unique—from wine tasting in Nashik and the sacred Trimbakeshwar Temple to the spectacular UNESCO sites of the Ellora Caves and Ajanta Caves. Historic forts such as Daulatabad Fort and Asirgarh Fort, along with the beautiful Maheshwar Fort and the atmospheric ruins of Mandu, made the journey incredibly rewarding. The trip finished with a visit to the sacred Mahakaleshwar Temple in Ujjain, providing a memorable conclusion to a beautifully organised and unforgettable itinerary.Show more
RENATA
April 15th, 2026
Very good organization, driver and all the guides

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Asked on January 29th, 2025
If it is a guaranteed group departure in these dates (From 23th to 28th February) If there are any female solo travelers on this adventure with whom she could share a room. Whether a guide is included. Details about the accommodation provided (e.g., type of hotel or room arrangements)
Accommodation
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Tour Details
- Agora Voyages OPC Pvt LtdOperator•Written January 2025
  We operate only private tours, and at the moment, we do not have a guaranteed group departure for your requested dates (23rd – 28th February 2025).
  
  If you are open to a private tour, we would be happy to arrange a customized itinerary for you. The price provided for a solo traveler includes a single room supplement, services of a local English-speaking guide during sightseeing, and all entrance fees to monuments as part of the package.
  
  Regarding accommodation, we typically offer well-rated 3-star, 4-star, or 5-star hotels, depending on your preference. Each traveler is provided with a private room in our standard offerings.
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  Paul
  Traveler•Written January 2025
  Regarding accommodation, 3-star or 4-star hotels are ok for me, but private room with private bathroom.
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  Paul
  Traveler•Written January 2025
  My budget is not big, 750 €.
  I would be grateful if you could detail what is included in the price you give me and what is not included. I would also like to know the names of the hotels you propose.
- Agora Voyages OPC Pvt LtdOperator•Written January 2025
  Price Includes:
  - Assistance on arrival at the airport.
  - 6 nights' accommodation in 3-star hotels as mentioned.
  - Daily breakfast at the hotels.
  - Private AC Sedan Car for airport transfers, sightseeing, and excursions as per the itinerary (available on disposal).
  - English-speaking tour guide for sightseeing (local guides in each city, except in Vellore).
  - Monument entrance fees and activity charges as mentioned in the itinerary.
  - Bottled drinking water provided in the car.
  - All government taxes.
  
  Price Excludes:
  - Any flight/train tickets.
  - Camera charges at monuments, if applicable.
  - Meals other than those mentioned in the inclusions.
  - Personal expenses such as liquor, laundry, tips, telephone, internet, etc.
  - Gratuities and optional activities.
  - Anything not mentioned in the inclusions.
  
  3-Star Hotels
  - Madurai x 1 night: JC Residency / Hotel Royal Court
  - Trichy x 1 night: Red Fox Hotel / Hotel Blossoms
  - Thanjavur x 1 night: Sangam Hotels
  - Pondicherry x 1 night: Shenbaga Hotel / Hotel Annamalai International
  - Vellore x 1 night: Regency Sameera Vellore by GRT Hotel
  - Chennai x 1 night: ZONE By The Park / Raj Park
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Theresa
Asked on February 6th, 2023
Is it possible to book a budget-friendly hotel for one person? I don't need anything sprcial or expensive.... And other question: I would arrive on March 20th and want to start the tour on March 21st. Would it be possible to book an extra hotel night for the 20. March + pick up from airport?
Accommodation
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Single supplement
- Agora Voyages OPC Pvt LtdOperator•Written February 2023
  Recommend you please book Single Room 3* hotels package. That will the most economic package for you. Pre-night accommodation with breakfast and airport transfer will cost additional INR 13281 or Euro 151 in same hotel included in your package.

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South India The Temple Route

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Chennai

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Vellore

Included Activities

Trichy

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Thanjore

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Pondicherry

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