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Southern India Uncovered

13 days
From Chennai (Madras) to Kochi (Cochin)
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Fully Guided
An experienced guide will be with you for the entire tour
Guided in English
Group Size 2 - 12
Age range 6 to 85
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Highlights

  • Explore ancient temples in Mahabalipuram
  • Stroll through Pondicherry's French Quarter
  • Experience Tamil culture at Mohanam Centre
  • Admire Brihadeeswarar Temple in Tanjore
  • Cruise on Kerala's tranquil backwaters

Itinerary

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  1. Introduction
  1. Day 1 Welcome to Chennai. Transfer to your hotel.
  2. Day 2 Travel to Pondicherry via the UNESCO listed Mahabalipuram Temples
  3. Day 3 Exploring picturesque Pondicherry
  4. Day 4 Learn about local culture and arts at the Mohanam Cultural Centre. Drive to Tanjore
  5. Day 5 Visit the Brihadeeswarar Temple in Tanjore. Afternoon drive to Madurai
  6. Day 6 Visiting the Old City of Madurai, Thirumalai Nayakkar Palace and spiritual aarti ceremony
  7. Day 7 Head in to Kerala state and the tea growing region of Munnar
  8. Day 8 Exploring the markets and tea plantations of Munnar
  9. Day 9 Continue to Thekkady and take a boat ride in Periyar NP
  10. Day 10 Craft and backwaters of Kumarakom
  11. Day 11 Board a houseboat and explore the Keralan Backwaters.
  12. Day 12 Disembark and enjoy the Keralan beaches
  13. Day 13 Bon Voyage! Transfer to Kochi Airport for departure.
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Number of tours

78

Age Range

5 to 99 years old

Response time

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Response rate

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13 days
Southern India Uncovered
From Chennai (Madras) to Kochi (Cochin)

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Tour ID: 272961

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    As a traveler from USA, Canada, England, Australia, New Zealand you will need an adaptor for types C, E, F, D, M. As a traveler from South Africa you will need an adaptor for types C, E, F.

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    • Typhoid - Recommended for India. Ideally 2 weeks before travel.
    • Hepatitis A - Recommended for India. Ideally 2 weeks before travel.
    • Cholera - Recommended for India. Ideally 2 weeks before travel.
    • Tuberculosis - Recommended for India. Ideally 3 months before travel.
    • Hepatitis B - Recommended for India. Ideally 2 months before travel.
    • Yellow fever - Certificate of vaccination required if arriving from an area with a risk of yellow fever transmission for India. Ideally 10 days before travel.
    • Japanese B encephalitis - Recommended for India. Ideally 1 month before travel.
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