Itinerary
- Day 1
Chennai
You'll arrive in Chennai and connect with your guide at the airport, then head to your hotel to settle in. After getting comfortable, there's a half-day tour covering the city's main spots. Start at Marina Beach where you can catch the sea breeze along the shore, then move on to Fort St George to see the historic church and museum. From there you'll visit Santhome Cathedral, stop by the National Art Gallery, and finish at Kapaleeshwarar Temple with its striking architecture. Back at the hotel by evening, you'll have a relaxed night to rest up.
Included Activities
- Half-day city tour of Chennai
- Marina Beach visit
- Fort St George exploration
- St Mary's Church visit
- Fort Museum visit
- Santhome Cathedral visit
- National Art Gallery visit
- Kapaleeshwarar Temple visit
Landmarks Marina Beach Fort St George St Mary's Church Fort Museum Santhome Cathedral National Art Gallery Kapaleeshwarar Temple - Day 2
Chennai to Kanchipuram - Mahabalipuram
This morning you're driving from Chennai to Kanchipuram, a sacred pilgrimage city with centuries of religious significance. You'll see the Kailasanatha Temple dating back to the 8th century, where the pyramidal tower and intricate carvings are really the standout features. Next is the Ekambaranatha Temple where there's a 3,000-year-old mango tree that's quite something to see. After that, you'll head to Mahabalipuram and check into your hotel. You'll have the evening free to explore on your own or just relax.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Kailasanatha Temple visit
- Ekambaranatha Temple visit
Landmarks Kailasanatha Temple Ekambaranatha Temple 
- Day 3
Mahabalipuram to Pondicherry
You've got a guided tour of Mahabalipuram's rock-cut monuments today, which is really the heart of what makes this place special. Start with the Shore Temple from the 7th century, then check out the Five Rathas with their monolithic carvings. You'll also see Arjuna's Penance, which is the world's largest bas-relief and takes some time to really appreciate. Before heading out, you'll visit the Varaha Cave. After all that, you're driving to Pondicherry for the night.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Guided tour of Mahabalipuram
- Shore Temple visit
- Five Rathas visit
- Varaha Cave visit
- Arjuna's Penance visit
Landmarks Shore Temple Five Rathas Varaha Cave Arjuna's Penance - Day 4
Pondicherry
Today is about experiencing Pondicherry's mix of French colonial influence and Indian spiritual culture. You'll visit Auroville, an international community that's quite unique, then go to the Sri Aurobindo Ashram. Along the Bay of Bengal, you can walk through Promenade Beach and get a feel for the coastal atmosphere. The Pondicherry Museum gives you some historical context, and you'll also see the Gothic Church of the Sacred Heart of Jesus and the colorful Manakula Vinayagar Temple, which is dedicated to Lord Ganesha. By evening you'll have covered quite a bit of ground.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Auroville visit
- Sri Aurobindo Ashram visit
- Promenade Beach visit
- Pondicherry Museum visit
- Church of the Sacred Heart of Jesus visit
- Manakula Vinayagar Temple visit
Landmarks Auroville Sri Aurobindo Ashram Promenade Beach Pondicherry Museum Church of the Sacred Heart of Jesus Manakula Vinayagar Temple 
- Day 5
Pondicherry to Chidambaram - Thanjavur
You're driving from Pondicherry through Chidambaram, a sacred town home to the famous Nataraja Temple with its unique architecture and rare feature of housing both Shiva and Vishnu shrines. Later you'll reach Thanjavur to see the Brihadeeshwara Temple, where the 80-ton granite cupola is absolutely impressive. You'll also explore the Royal Palace and Art Gallery, which displays sculptures and art from the Chola era. There's a lot of architectural history on this route.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Chidambaram Temple visit
- Brihadeeshwara Temple visit
- Royal Palace and Art Gallery visit
Landmarks Chidambaram Temple Brihadeeshwara Temple Royal Palace and Art Gallery 
- Day 6
Thanjavur to Trichy - Madurai
You'll travel to Madurai today with a stop in Trichy to see Srirangam, a massive 600-acre temple town that's enclosed by seven concentric walls and contains 22 gopurams. The scale of it is really something. Then you'll climb the Rock Fort, which rises 83 metres above the plains, and from the summit temple you get good views across the city. After that, you're continuing on to Madurai to check into your hotel.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Srirangam Temple visit
- Sri Ranganathaswamy Temple visit
- Rock Fort visit
Landmarks Sri Ranganathaswamy Temple Rock Fort 
- Day 7
Madurai to Munnar
You're visiting the legendary Meenakshi Amman Temple, one of the oldest and most sacred temples in India dedicated to Lord Shiva and Goddess Meenakshi. It's steeped in Hindu legend and is an important pilgrimage destination. Spend some time taking in the temple complex before driving to Munnar, a hill station in the Western Ghats. You'll check in to your hotel there by evening.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Meenakshi Amman Temple visit
Landmarks Meenakshi Amman Temple 
- Day 8
Munnar
Munnar sits at 1,600 metres where three streams meet, and today you'll explore what makes this hill station worth visiting. You'll tour the tea plantations that spread across the hillsides, getting a sense of how the region's tea is grown and processed. Eravikulam National Park is next on the list, and it's a chance to spot the rare Nilgiri Tahr mountain goat in its natural habitat. After all that activity, the rest of the day is yours to spend however you like, whether that's more exploring or just relaxing.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Tea Plantation tour in Munnar
- Eravikulam National Park visit
Landmarks Eravikulam National Park - Day 9
Munnar to Periyar
You're traveling to the Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary, a natural reserve built around the serene Periyar Lake. A boat ride on the lake gives you the chance to spot elephants, deer, bison, wild boar, and various bird species along the forested shores. The whole experience is quite peaceful and a nice change of pace. After the boat ride, you can spend the rest of the day relaxing or visiting nearby spice plantations and local markets.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary visit
- Boat ride in Periyar
Optional Activities
- Spice plantation tours
- Local market exploration
Landmarks Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary Periyar Lake - Day 10
Periyar to Kumarakom
You're heading to Kumarakom, an island cluster on Vembanad Lake in Kerala. The area is defined by tranquil backwaters, green paddy fields, and coconut palms everywhere you look. There's no set schedule for the afternoon, so you can choose how to spend it. You could take an optional traditional Kettuvallam houseboat cruise, visit the Kumarakom Bird Sanctuary to see seasonal bird species, or just explore at your own pace.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Optional Activities
- Traditional Kettuvallam houseboat cruise
- Kumarakom Bird Sanctuary visit
Landmarks Vembanad Lake Kumarakom Bird Sanctuary - Day 11
Kumarakom to Alleppey
This morning you'll board your houseboat in Kumarakom and cruise gently across Vembanad Lake surrounded by lush greenery. You'll watch village life unfold along the shores as locals go about their daily routines, which gives you a real sense of how people live here. The boat continues sailing towards Alleppey, a tranquil town known for its network of canals, serene beaches, and a kind of timeless quality that's hard to find elsewhere.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Houseboat cruise from Kumarakom to Alleppey
Landmarks Vembanad Lake 
- Day 12
Alleppey to Kochi
After checking out of your houseboat, you're traveling to Kochi, a historic port city that's layered with different cultures and centuries of trade history. In Fort Kochi you'll walk the colonial streets and see the striking Santa Cruz Basilica and St Francis Church. You'll also discover the ornate Jewish Synagogue with its Chinese tiles and Belgian chandeliers, explore the fragrant spice market, and catch sight of the distinctive Chinese fishing nets. By evening, there's a vibrant Kathakali dance performance to watch.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Guided tour of Kochi
- Fort Kochi exploration
- Santa Cruz Basilica visit
- St Francis Church visit
- Jewish Synagogue visit
- Spice market visit
- Chinese fishing nets visit
- Kathakali Dance show
Landmarks Fort Kochi Santa Cruz Basilica St Francis Church Jewish Synagogue Chinese Fishing Nets - Day 13
Kochi to Ooty
You're driving to Ooty, the Queen of Hill Stations, which sits at 2,240 metres in the Western Ghats. The town has a pleasant climate, nice scenery, and colonial charm that gives it real character. Once you check into your hotel, you'll have the rest of the day to explore at your own pace or just settle in and relax after traveling.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Landmarks Ooty - Day 14
Ooty to Mysore
You're traveling by road to Mysore and checking into your hotel. In the afternoon, you'll explore the grand Maharaja's Palace, built in 1897 and one of India's largest palaces. After that, head to Srirangapatna to see the historic capital where Hyder Ali and Tipu Sultan ruled, then stop by St Philomena's Church and check out the Sri Jayachamarajendra Art Gallery with its impressive paintings. If time permits, Brindavan Gardens with its musical fountains is worth a quick visit.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Maharaja's Palace visit
- Srirangapatna visit
- St Philomena's Church visit
- Sri Jayachamarajendra Art Gallery visit
Optional Activities
- Brindavan Gardens visit
Landmarks Maharaja's Palace Srirangapatna St Philomena's Church Sri Jayachamarajendra Art Gallery Brindavan Gardens - Day 15
Mysore to Hassan
Today you're heading to the Belur Temple, which showcases South Indian architecture at its best with intricate carvings throughout. You'll explore the Chennakesava Temple complex and see beautifully crafted shrines that demonstrate the region's golden architectural style. After spending time there, you'll head back to your hotel to check out, then continue to Hassan where you'll settle in for the night.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Belur Temple visit
- Chennakesava Temple complex visit
Landmarks Belur Temple Chennakesava Temple - Day 16
Hassan - Shravanabelagola
You're visiting Shravanabelagola, one of the most important Jain pilgrimage sites located between Vindhyagiri and Chandragiri hills. The main draw is the striking 57-foot statue of Gommateshwara Bahubali, a symbol of peace and renunciation that's quite powerful to see in person. Spend some quiet time absorbing the serene surroundings before returning to your hotel.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Shravanabelagola visit
- Gommateshwara Bahubali statue visit
Landmarks Shravanabelagola Gommateshwara Bahubali Statue - Day 17
Hassan to Bangalore
You're driving to Bangalore, the Garden City of India and Silicon City, which blends historic charm with modern innovation. After checking into your hotel, there's time to explore this dynamic place. You'll see the impressive Vidhan Soudha, a grand example of neo-Dravidian architecture, then relax in Cubbon Park and Lal Bagh gardens. To finish, you'll visit the distinctive Bangalore Palace.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Vidhan Soudha visit
- Cubbon Park visit
- Lal Bagh visit
- Bangalore Palace visit
Landmarks Vidhan Soudha Cubbon Park Lal Bagh Bangalore Palace 
- Day 18
Bangalore
After breakfast, you'll have some leisure time at your hotel before checking out at noon. You'll transfer to Bangalore airport for your onward flight. Safe travels!
- Meals
- Breakfast
