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Best of South India - 10 days

10 days
From Kochi (Cochin) to Chennai (Madras)
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City & Culture
Immerse yourself in rich history and local traditions
Fully Guided
An experienced guide will be with you for the entire tour
Medium Intensity
Travelers should be comfortable with somewhat-demanding activities
Guided in English
Group Size 2 - 15
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Itinerary

  1. Intro

    Introduction

  2. Day 1

    Kochi

    Kochi

    Optional Activities

    • Traditional Kathakali performance
    • Explore Fort Kochi's colonial streets
    • Browse local markets
    • Waterfront sunset viewing
    Landmarks
    Fort Kochi
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  3. Day 2

    Kochi to Alleppey

    Kochi to Alleppey
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch (Freshly prepared Keralan cuisine served on board), Dinner (Freshly prepared Keralan cuisine served on board)

    Included Activities

    • Houseboat cruise through Kerala backwaters with lunch and dinner
    • Overnight stay on traditional AC Deluxe Houseboat
    Landmarks
    Kerala Backwaters
    Alleppey
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  4. Day 3

    Alleppey to Periyar

    Alleppey to Periyar
    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Lake Periyar boat cruise
    • Wildlife viewing
    Landmarks
    Lake Periyar
    Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary
    Western Ghats
  5. Day 4

    Periyar to Munnar

    Periyar to Munnar
    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Visit to tea gardens in Munnar with tea tasting session

    Optional Activities

    • Explore Munnar town market
    Landmarks
    Munnar
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  6. Day 5

    Munnar to Madurai

    Munnar to Madurai
    Meals
    Breakfast

    Optional Activities

    • Explore Madurai on foot
    • Sample Tamil Nadu vegetarian cuisine at local restaurant
    Landmarks
    Madurai
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  7. Day 6

    Madurai

    Madurai
    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Guided visit to Meenakshi Amman Temple

    Optional Activities

    • Visit to Thirumalai Nayakkar Palace
    • Explore bazaar district
    Landmarks
    Meenakshi Amman Temple
    Thirumalai Nayakkar Palace
  8. Day 7

    Madurai to Tanjore

    Madurai to Tanjore
    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Guided visit to Brihadisvara Temple
    • Visit to royal palace complex

    Optional Activities

    • Visit local bronze sculpture workshop
    Landmarks
    Brihadisvara Temple
    Tanjore Palace
    Itinerary Image 1
  9. Day 8

    Tanjore to Pondicherry

    Tanjore to Pondicherry
    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Guided exploration of Pondicherry (French Quarter and Tamil Quarter)

    Optional Activities

    • Visit to Aurobindo Ashram
    • Dinner at French-inspired restaurant
    Landmarks
    Pondicherry
    Aurobindo Ashram
  10. Day 9

    Pondicherry to Mahabalipuram to Chennai

    Pondicherry to Mahabalipuram to Chennai
    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Guided visit to Shore Temple
    • Guided visit to Pancha Rathas

    Optional Activities

    • Visit Marina Beach
    • Explore city markets or cultural sites
    Landmarks
    Shore Temple
    Pancha Rathas
    Mahabalipuram
    Marina Beach
  11. Day 10

    Chennai

    Chennai
    Landmarks
    Chennai

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