Itinerary
- Day 1
Chennai
You'll arrive at the airport where you're greeted with fresh flower garlands and get transferred to your hotel. After checking in, spend the day walking through Chennai's main sights including Fort St. George, the Government Museum, Kapaleeswar Temple, and Marina Beach. It's a good way to get oriented after your journey.
- Start point
- Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India (Airport or Hotel.)
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Sightseeing of Fort St. George
- Visit Government Museum
- Visit Kapaleeswar Temple
- Visit Marina Beach
Landmarks Fort St. George Government Museum Chennai Kapaleeswar Temple Marina Beach - Day 2
Kanchipuram - Mahabalipuram
Starting early after breakfast, you'll drive to Kanchipuram to visit several temples and check out the local markets. The day includes stops at Ekambareswarar Temple, Kamakshi Amman Temple, Kailasanathar Temple, Varadharaja Perumal Temple, and Vaikuntha Perumal Temple. From there, head to Mahabalipuram to see the Five Rathas, Shore Temple, and Arjuna's Penance before settling in for the night.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Visit Ekambareswarar Temple
- Visit Kamakshi Amman Temple
- Visit Kailasanathar Temple
- Visit Varadharaja Perumal Temple
- Visit Vaikuntha Perumal Temple
- Visit Five Rathas
- Visit Shore Temple
- Visit Arjuna's Penance
Optional Activities
- Explore Kanchipuram local market
Landmarks Ekambareswarar Temple Kamakshi Amman Temple Kailasanathar Temple Varadharaja Perumal Temple Vaikuntha Perumal Temple Five Rathas Shore Temple Arjuna's Penance - Day 3
Pondicherry
After breakfast and a leisurely checkout, you'll drive to Pondicherry. Once you arrive and check in, spend time getting settled in this quiet former French colonial area. The streets have a relaxed feel, and you'll find boutiques and spiritual sites like Sri Aurobindo Ashram and Auroville nearby.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Day 4
Pondicherry
Following breakfast at your hotel, head to Auroville to experience this international spiritual community. Later, explore Pondicherry's sights by wandering the old French quarter with its bougainvillea-lined streets, shopping, and soaking in the local culture. You'll stay another night in town.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Visit Auroville
- Pondicherry sightseeing
Optional Activities
- Sri Aurobindo Ashram visit
- Shopping in French quarter
- Yoga and meditation classes
Landmarks Auroville Sri Aurobindo Ashram - Day 5
Chidambaram - Gangaikonda Cholapuram - Darasuram - Kumbakonam
After breakfast, drive to Kumbakonam with stops along the way at Chidambaram's Nataraja Temple, Gangaikonda Cholapuram temple with its 55m tower, and the UNESCO-listed Airavatesvara Temple in Darasuram. You'll arrive in Kumbakonam, check in, and stay at your hotel for the night.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Visit Nataraja Temple Chidambaram
- Visit Gangaikonda Cholapuram temple
- Visit Airavatesvara Temple Darasuram
Landmarks Nataraja Temple Gangaikonda Cholapuram Temple Airavatesvara Temple - Day 6
Thanjavur - Trichy - Madurai
Breakfast comes first, then you'll head to Thanjavur to see the grand Brihadishwara Temple and the royal palace. Continue on to Trichy where you'll visit Sri Ranganathaswamy Temple and Rock Fort Temple, which sits on an 85-meter high rock. By evening, you'll reach Madurai for an overnight stay.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Visit Brihadishwara Temple
- Visit Thanjavur royal palace
- Visit Sri Ranganathaswamy Temple
- Visit Rock Fort Temple
Landmarks Brihadishwara Temple Thanjavur Palace Sri Ranganathaswamy Temple Rock Fort Temple - Day 7
Madurai
After breakfast, explore Madurai by tuk tuk and visit the Meenakshi Amman Temple, King Tirumala's Palace, Gandhi Museum, and Great Tank. In the evening, go back to the temple to experience the Aarti ceremony before spending another night in the city.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Tuk Tuk ride in Madurai
- Sightseeing of Madurai city
- Visit Meenakshi Amman Temple
- Attend Meenakshi Temple Aarti ceremony
Optional Activities
- Visit King Tirumala's Palace
- Visit Gandhi Museum
- Visit Great Tank
Landmarks Meenakshi Amman Temple King Tirumala's Palace Gandhi Museum - Day 8
Thekkady
An early breakfast happens before you drive to Thekkady. When you arrive, walk through the spice plantations and take a shared boat ride on Periyar Lake where you might spot elephants and bisons. Later that evening, watch a traditional Kalaripayattu martial arts performance at a local theatre before sleeping.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Visit Spice plantation
- Periyar Lake boat ride (shared)
- Kalaripayattu Martial Art show
Landmarks Periyar Tiger Reserve Periyar Lake 
- Day 9
Alleppey
Early breakfast, then drive to Alleppey, known as the Venice of the East. You'll board your houseboat and sail through the backwaters. Meals, including lunch, evening snacks, and dinner, get served onboard as you travel through the quiet waterways.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch (Onboard houseboat), Dinner (Onboard houseboat)
Included Activities
- Houseboat cruise through backwaters
Landmarks Alleppey Backwaters 
- Day 10
Beach Resort
After breakfast on the houseboat, you'll disembark at 9 am and drive to your beach resort in Kerala. Check in and get comfortable for your coastal stay.
- Meals
- Breakfast (Onboard houseboat)
- Day 11
Beach Resort
Relax at the beach resort after breakfast. You have the whole day to yourself, whether that means swimming, relaxing on the sand, or exploring the beach at your own pace before another night at the resort.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Day 12
Cochin
Following breakfast, drive to Cochin and check in at your hotel. This colonial city sits on a large estuary with Portuguese, Dutch, and British influences. You'll see giant Chinese fishing nets, historic synagogues, ancient mosques, and old colonial-era houses throughout the city.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Landmarks Chinese Fishing Nets 
- Day 13
Cochin
After breakfast, spend time exploring Fort Kochi and Mattanchery areas, walking through old colonial quarters and historic landmarks. In the evening, watch a traditional Kathakali dance performance before heading back to your hotel for the night.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Fort Kochi area sightseeing
- Mattanchery sightseeing
- Kathakali Dance show
Landmarks Fort Kochi Mattanchery - Day 14
Cochin
You'll head to the airport with a transfer arranged for your flight home or onward travel. Breakfast is available depending on when your flight departs.
- End point
- Kochi, Kerala, India (Hotel or Airport)
- Meals
- Breakfast (Subject to flight time availability)
