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Southern India Uncovered

13 days
From Chennai (Madras) to Kochi (Cochin)
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In-depth Cultural
Immerse yourself in rich history and local traditions
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 2 - 12
Ages 6+
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Itinerary

  1. Day 1

    Chennai

    Optional Activities

    • Half-day Chennai City Tour (starts around 12 midday for morning arrivals)
  2. Day 2

    Chennai to Pondicherry

    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Visit Shore Temple at Mahabalipuram
    Landmarks
    Shore Temple
    Arjuna's Penance
    Five Rathas
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  3. Day 3

    Pondicherry

    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Explore French Quarter (White Town)
    • Visit Sri Aurobindo Ashram
    • Visit Manakula Vinayagar Temple
    • Visit Promenade Beach
    Landmarks
    Sri Aurobindo Ashram
    Manakula Vinayagar Temple
    Promenade Beach
    Gandhi Statue
  4. Day 4

    Pondicherry to Tanjore

    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch (Tamil-style lunch served on banana leaves)

    Included Activities

    • Visit Mohanam Cultural Centre
    • Village tour
    • Bamboo farm visit
    • Kolam making lesson
    • Traditional dance and musical performance
    • Tamil-style lunch on banana leaves
    Landmarks
    Mohanam Cultural Centre
  5. Day 5

    Tanjore to Madurai

    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Visit Brihadeeswarar Temple
    Landmarks
    Brihadeeswarar Temple
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  6. Day 6

    Madurai

    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Explore Madurai Old Town
    • Visit Grand Thirumalai Nayakkar Palace
    • Visit Meenakshi Amman Temple
    • Attend aarti ceremony
    Landmarks
    Meenakshi Amman Temple
    Thirumalai Nayakkar Palace
  7. Day 7

    Madurai to Munnar

    Meals
    Breakfast
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  8. Day 8

    Munnar

    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Visit local market
    • Visit tea plantation
    • Learn tea production processes
    • Tea tasting
  9. Day 9

    Munnar to Thekkady

    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Boat ride on Lake Periyar
    Landmarks
    Periyar National Park
    Lake Periyar
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  10. Day 10

    Thekkady to Kumarakom

    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Shikara boat ride (approximately one hour)
    • Local village exploration
    • Learn about Coir Making
    • Learn about Mat Weaving
    • Learn about Toddy Tapping
    • Sample coconut water

    Optional Activities

    • Ayurvedic treatment
    Landmarks
    Kumarakom Backwaters
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  11. Day 11

    Kumarakom Backwaters

    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

    Included Activities

    • Houseboat cruise through backwaters
    • Wildlife and bird watching

    Optional Activities

    • Village exploration during boat stops
    • Fishing with provided rods
    Landmarks
    Kerala Backwaters
  12. Day 12

    Kumarakom to Kochi

    Meals
    Breakfast
  13. Day 13

    Kochi Departure

    Meals
    Breakfast
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