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Luxury 14-Days South India Cultural Tour : Chennai, Mahabalipuram, Kanchipuram, Auroville, Pondicherry, Chidambaram, Kumbakonam, Thanjavur, Trichy, Madurai, Periyar, Alleppey, Kumarakom, Kochi

14 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
Other languages on request: German, French, Spanish
Ages 6+
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Itinerary

  1. Day 1

    Arrival in Chennai

    Start point
    Chennai International Airtport, Meenambakkam, Chennai, Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India (Chennai International Airport Arrival Gate )
    Accommodation
    Hotel (The Belstead hotel), Hotel (The Residency - Chennai ), Hotel (Grand Chennai by GRT Hotels )

    Optional Activities

    • South Indian dinner at hotel (crispy dosas & Chettinad curry)
    Landmarks
    Chennai International Airport
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  2. Day 2

    Chennai to Mahabalipuram

    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Madras Chronicle Bay Resort), Hotel (Ideal Beach Resort ), Hotel (Kaldan Samudra Palace )

    Included Activities

    • Visit Kapaleeshwarar Temple
    • Explore Fort St. George
    • Visit San Thome Cathedral
    • Stroll along Marina Beach
    • Drive to Mahabalipuram
    Landmarks
    Kapaleeshwarar Temple
    Fort St. George
    San Thome Cathedral
    Marina Beach
  3. Day 3

    Kanchipuram Day Trip from Mahabalipuram

    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Madras Chronicle Bay Resort), Hotel (Ideal Beach Resort ), Hotel (Kaldan Samudra Palace )

    Included Activities

    • Day trip to Kanchipuram
    • Visit Kailasanatha Temple
    • Explore Ekambareswarar Temple
    • Witness silk weaving at a local loom
    Landmarks
    Kailasanatha Temple
    Ekambareswarar Temple
  4. Day 4

    Mahabalipuram Sightseeing

    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Madras Chronicle Bay Resort), Hotel (Ideal Beach Resort ), Hotel (Kaldan Samudra Palace )

    Included Activities

    • Visit Shore Temple
    • See monolithic Pancha Rathas
    • Marvel at Arjuna's Penance

    Optional Activities

    • Shop for stone sculptures at Mahabalipuram Beach
    Landmarks
    Shore Temple
    Pancha Rathas
    Arjuna's Penance
    Mahabalipuram Beach
  5. Day 5

    Mahabalipuram to Pondicherry via Auroville

    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Hotel Annamalai International - Puducherry), Hotel (Shenbaga Hotel & Convention Centre ), Hotel (Accord Puducherry)

    Included Activities

    • Explore Auroville & Matrimandir
    • Visit Sri Aurobindo Ashram
    • Walk along Rock Beach promenade
    • Drive to Pondicherry
    Landmarks
    Auroville
    Matrimandir
    Sri Aurobindo Ashram
    Rock Beach
  6. Day 6

    Pondicherry to Kumbakonam via Chidambaram

    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Lee Benz Ark Hotel), Hotel (Quality Inn Viha), Hotel (Mantra Koodam Kumbakonam - A CGH Earth Experience)

    Included Activities

    • Stop at Nataraja Temple, Chidambaram
    • Explore Adi Kumbeswarar Temple
    • Drive to Kumbakonam
    Landmarks
    Nataraja Temple
    Adi Kumbeswarar Temple
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  7. Day 7

    Kumbakonam to Trichy via Thanjavur

    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Breeze Residency Trichy), Hotel (Hotel Blossom Trichy), Hotel (Courtyard by Marriott Trichy)

    Included Activities

    • Visit Brihadeeswara Temple (UNESCO)
    • Tour Thanjavur Palace & Museum
    • Drive to Trichy
    • Evening visit to Sri Ranganathaswamy Temple
    Landmarks
    Brihadeeswara Temple
    Thanjavur Palace
    Sri Ranganathaswamy Temple
  8. Day 8

    Trichy to Madurai

    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Astoria Hotel Madurai), Hotel (JC Residency Madurai), Hotel (Heritage Resort Madurai)

    Included Activities

    • Climb Rock Fort Temple for city views
    • Visit St. Joseph's Church
    • Drive to Madurai
    • Explore Meenakshi Amman Temple in the evening
    Landmarks
    Rock Fort Temple
    St. Joseph's Church
    Meenakshi Amman Temple
  9. Day 9

    Madurai Morning Tour to Periyar

    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Hotel Livinns Thekkady ), Hotel (Hotel PepperVine Thekkady), Hotel (The Elephant Court)

    Included Activities

    • Early morning flower market walk
    • Visit Thirumalai Nayakkar Palace
    • Drive to Periyar

    Optional Activities

    • Sample street-side chai at flower market
    Landmarks
    Madurai Flower Market
    Thirumalai Nayakkar Palace
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  10. Day 10

    Periyar Wildlife & Culture

    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Hotel Livinns Thekkady ), Hotel (Hotel PepperVine Thekkady), Hotel (The Elephant Court)

    Included Activities

    • Boat ride in Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary
    • Spice plantation walk
    • Visit Elephant Camp
    • Witness Kalaripayattu Martial Arts

    Optional Activities

    • Explore Kumily's spice markets for souvenirs
    Landmarks
    Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary
  11. Day 11

    Periyar to Alleppey Houseboat

    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch (Hot lunch on houseboat), Dinner (Karimeen fry and coconut curry dinner on houseboat)
    Accommodation
    Houseboat (Super Deluxe Houseboat ), Houseboat (Super Deluxe Houseboat ), Houseboat (Super Deluxe Houseboat )

    Included Activities

    • Visit a rubber plantation en route
    • Board a private houseboat in Alleppey
    • Enjoy fresh Keralite meals onboard
    • Sunset cruise along serene backwaters
    Landmarks
    Alleppey Backwaters
  12. Day 12

    Alleppey to Kumarakom

    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Resort (cocobay resort), Resort (lakesong resort), Hotel (Rhythm Kumarakom resort)

    Included Activities

    • Breakfast on the houseboat
    • Drive to Kumarakom
    • Visit Kumarakom Bird Sanctuary
    • Explore Bay Island Driftwood Museum
    • Visit Thazhathangadi Valiapalli
    • Village walk & local coir-making demo
    Landmarks
    Kumarakom Bird Sanctuary
    Bay Island Driftwood Museum
    Thazhathangadi Valiapalli
  13. Day 13

    Kumarakom to Kochi

    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel (The Trios Hotel), Hotel (Luxo Kochi), Hotel (Le Meridien Kochi)

    Included Activities

    • Drive to Kochi
    • Explore Fort Kochi streets & cafes
    • See iconic Chinese Fishing Nets
    • Visit St. Francis Church
    • Tour Mattancherry Palace
    • Shop antiques at Jew Town

    Optional Activities

    • Watch a traditional Kathakali Dance show
    Landmarks
    Fort Kochi
    Chinese Fishing Nets
    St. Francis Church
    Mattancherry Palace
    Jew Town
  14. Day 14

    Departure from Kochi

    End point
    Kochi, Kerala, India (Cochin International Airport (COK))
    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Leisurely breakfast
    • Transfer to Cochin International Airport

    Optional Activities

    • Last-minute shopping or stroll
    Landmarks
    Cochin International Airport
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