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Group Tour of South India Heritage and Backwaters

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From Chennai (Madras) to Kochi (Cochin)
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  • Ancient temple structures with intricate carvings at sunset.
  • Historic temple complex with detailed stone carvings.
  • Chinese fishing nets by the sea at twilight in Kochi, India.
  • A small garden area filled with potted plants arranged around a circular feature.
  • A picturesque street with a yellow building with colonial architecture.
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  • Lush greenery lines a quaint street with colonial-style buildings.
  • A temple with colorful sculptures and intricate designs.
  • Stone carvings depicting mythological scenes at a historical site.
  • Ancient rock-cut structures with intricate designs at a heritage site.
  • Beautifully illuminated temples at sunset with visitors.
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MTA Destination Management Company
In-depth Cultural
Immerse yourself in rich history and local traditions
Group Tour
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Partially Guided
Independent travel, featuring selected guided excursions
Low Intensity
Travelers can expect some light physical activities
Guided in English
Other languages on request: Italian, French, Spanish
Group Size 2 - 15
All Ages Welcome
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Itinerary

  1. Day 1

    Chennai

    Start point
    Chennai International Airtport, Meenambakkam, Chennai, 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.)
    Meals
    Dinner
    Accommodation
    (The Residency Chennai)
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  2. Day 2

    Chennai

    Meals
    Breakfast, Dinner
    Accommodation
    (The Residency Chennai)

    Included Activities

    • Visit Santhome Basilica
    • Stroll along Marina Beach
    • Explore Kapaleeswar Temple
    • Panoramic drive past colonial landmarks
    Landmarks
    Santhome Basilica
    Marina Beach
    Kapaleeswar Temple
  3. Day 3

    Chennai - Mahabalipuram - Pondicherry

    Meals
    Breakfast, Dinner
    Accommodation
    (Accord Puducherry)

    Included Activities

    • Visit Shore Temple
    • See Arjuna's Penance
    • Explore Five Rathas
    • Drive to Pondicherry with stops at Mahabalipuram
    Landmarks
    Shore Temple
    Arjuna's Penance
    Five Rathas
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  4. Day 4

    Pondicherry

    Meals
    Breakfast, Dinner
    Accommodation
    (Accord Puducherry)

    Included Activities

    • Explore French Quarter
    • Visit Aurobindo Ashram
    • Admire historic churches
    • Relax at Pondicherry Beach
    Landmarks
    French Quarter
    Aurobindo Ashram
    Pondicherry Beach
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  5. Day 5

    Pondicherry - Darasuram - Tanjore/Kumbakonam

    Meals
    Breakfast, Dinner
    Accommodation
    (Indeco Hotels Swamimalai)

    Included Activities

    • Visit Airavatesvara Temple at Darasuram
    • Drive to Tanjore/Kumbakonam
    Landmarks
    Airavatesvara Temple
  6. Day 6

    Tanjore

    Meals
    Breakfast, Dinner
    Accommodation
    (Indeco Hotels Swamimalai)

    Included Activities

    • Visit Brihadeeswarar Temple
    • Tour Tanjore Palace and Art Gallery
    Landmarks
    Brihadeeswarar Temple
    Tanjore Palace
  7. Day 7

    Tanjore/Kumbakonam - Trichy - Chettinad

    Meals
    Breakfast, Dinner
    Accommodation
    Hotel (ChidambaraVilas Chettinad)

    Included Activities

    • Visit Sri Ranganathaswamy Temple at Srirangam
    • Visit Rockfort Temple
    • Tour tile factory
    • Tour cotton weaving center
    • Guided village walk in Chettinad

    Optional Activities

    • Chettinad Bullock Cart Ride Experience - USD 60 Per Person
    Landmarks
    Sri Ranganathaswamy Temple
    Rockfort Temple
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  8. Day 8

    Chettinad - Madurai

    Meals
    Breakfast, Dinner
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Poppys Hotel Madurai)

    Included Activities

    • Visit Gandhi Museum
    • Explore Tirumalai Nayakar Palace
    • Rickshaw ride through old city
    • Visit Meenakshi Amman Temple

    Optional Activities

    • Madurai - Heritage Walking Tour - USD 55 per person
    Landmarks
    Gandhi Museum
    Tirumalai Nayakar Palace
    Meenakshi Amman Temple
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  9. Day 9

    Madurai - Thekkady

    Meals
    Breakfast, Dinner
    Accommodation
    Hotel ( Hotel Peppervine Thekkady)

    Included Activities

    • Visit vibrant flower market
    • Stop at grape plantation
    • Stop at traditional brick-making site
    • Drive to Thekkady
  10. Day 10

    Thekkady

    Meals
    Breakfast, Dinner
    Accommodation
    Hotel ( Hotel Peppervine Thekkady)

    Included Activities

    • Boat safari on Periyar Lake
    • Spice plantation tour

    Optional Activities

    • Thekkady - Cooking Class and Dinner - USD 35 per person
    • Optional activities or hotel relaxation
    Landmarks
    Periyar Lake
  11. Day 11

    Thekkady - Kumarakom

    Meals
    Breakfast, Dinner
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Abad Whispering Palms)

    Included Activities

    • Stop at Sacred Heart Church
    • Stop at tea plantations
    • Drive to Kumarakom
    Landmarks
    Sacred Heart Church
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  12. Day 12

    Kumarakom

    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch (Traditional Kerala lunch), Dinner

    Included Activities

    • Private houseboat cruise through backwaters

    Optional Activities

    • Ayurvedic massage
  13. Day 13

    Kumarakom - Cochin

    Meals
    Breakfast, Dinner
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Casino Hotel )

    Included Activities

    • Explore Fort Kochi
    • See Chinese Fishing Nets
    • Visit Jewish Synagogue
    • Tour Mattancherry Palace
    Landmarks
    Chinese Fishing Nets
    Jewish Synagogue
    Mattancherry Palace
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  14. Day 14

    Cochin

    End point
    Kochi, 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
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