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South India Tour from Chennai

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From Chennai (Madras) to Kochi (Cochin)

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Ancient Wonders: Walk among ruins, temples, and timeless landmarks
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Low Intensity: Travelers can expect some light physical activities
Guided in English: Other languages on request: German, Italian, Portuguese, French, Spanish, Dutch
Group Size 1 - 10
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Itinerary

Intro
Introduction
Day 1
Chennai
Chennai
Start point
Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India (Hotel, Airport or any Convenient Point in Chennai)

Day 2

Chennai

Meals: Breakfast (Breakfast at Hotel)

Included Activities

Full day guided tour of Chennai
Visit Kapaleeshwar Temple
Visit Sri Parthasarathy Temple
Visit Ramakrishna Temple
Visit Fort St. George
Visit National Art Gallery
Visit St. Mary's Church
Visit Anna Zoological Park
Visit Birla Planetarium
Visit Kalakshetra
Visit Theosophical Society
Visit Marina Beach
Visit Elliots Beach

Landmarks
Kapaleeshwar Temple
Sri Parthasarathy Temple
Ramakrishna Temple
Fort St. George
National Art Gallery
St. Mary's Church
Anna Zoological Park
Birla Planetarium
Kalakshetra
Theosophical Society
Marina Beach
Elliots Beach

Day 3
Chennai - Kanchipuram - Mahabalipuram
Chennai - Kanchipuram - Mahabalipuram
Meals
Breakfast (Breakfast at Hotel)
Included Activities
- Visit Kamakshi Amman Temple
- Visit The Kanchi Kailasanathar Temple
- Visit Varadaraja Perumal Temple
- Visit Ekambareswarar Temple
- Visit Ulagalanda Perumal Temple
Landmarks
Kamakshi Amman Temple
Kanchi Kailasanathar Temple
Varadaraja Perumal Temple
Ekambareswarar Temple
Ulagalanda Perumal Temple
Day 4
Mahabalipuram - Kumbakonam
Mahabalipuram - Kumbakonam
Meals
Breakfast (Breakfast at Hotel)
Included Activities
- Sightseeing tour of Mahabalipuram
- Visit Thirukadalmallai
- Visit Shore Temple
- Visit Pancha Pandava Rathas
- Visit Arjuna's Penance
- Visit Caves
- Visit Krishna's Butterball
- Visit India Seashell Museum
- Explore Mahabalipuram Beach with surfing
Landmarks
Thirukadalmallai
Shore Temple
Pancha Pandava Rathas
Arjuna's Penance
Krishna's Butterball
India Seashell Museum
Mahabalipuram Beach
Day 5
Kumbakonam - Thanjavur - Trichy
Kumbakonam - Thanjavur - Trichy
Meals
Breakfast (Breakfast at Hotel)
Included Activities
- Sightseeing tour of Kumbakonam
- Visit Shri Airavatesvara Temple at Darasuram
- Visit Schwartz Memorial & Church
- Visit Sivaganga Garden
- Visit Lord Murugan Temple
- Visit Brihadeeswara Temple
- Visit Thanjavur Maratha Palace
Landmarks
Shri Airavatesvara Temple
Schwartz Memorial & Church
Sivaganga Garden
Lord Murugan Temple
Brihadeeswara Temple
Thanjavur Maratha Palace
Day 6
Trichy - Chettinad - Madurai
Trichy - Chettinad - Madurai
Meals
Breakfast (Breakfast at Hotel)
Included Activities
- Visit Chettinad Maharaja's Palace
- Visit Lord Ganesha Temple at Kundrakudi
- Visit Alagar Malai Temple
Landmarks
Chettinad Maharaja's Palace
Lord Ganesha Temple at Kundrakudi
Alagar Malai Temple
Day 7
Madurai
Madurai
Meals
Breakfast (Breakfast at Hotel)
Included Activities
- Full day guided tour of Madurai
- Visit Meenakshi Amman Temple
- Visit Thirumalai Nayakkar Palace
- Visit Gandhi Memorial Museum
- Visit Adhi Chokkanathar
- Visit Subramaniya Suwami Temple
- Visit Vandiyur Mariamman Teppakulam
- Visit Chokkanathar Temple
- Visit Samanar Hills
- Experience evening prayer ceremony at Meenakshi Temple
Landmarks
Meenakshi Amman Temple
Thirumalai Nayakkar Palace
Gandhi Memorial Museum
Adhi Chokkanathar
Subramaniya Suwami Temple
Vandiyur Mariamman Teppakulam
Chokkanathar Temple
Samanar Hills
Day 8
Madurai - Periyar
Madurai - Periyar
Meals
Breakfast (Breakfast at Hotel)
Included Activities
- Bamboo Rafting at Periyar
- Border Hiking at Periyar
- Elephant safari at Periyar wildlife sanctuary
Landmarks
Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary
Day 9
Periyar - Kumarakom
Periyar - Kumarakom
Meals
Breakfast (Breakfast at Hotel)
Optional Activities
- Visit Kumarakom Bird Sanctuary
Landmarks
Kumarakom Bird Sanctuary
Day 10
Kumarakom - Alleppey
Kumarakom - Alleppey
Meals
Breakfast (Breakfast at Hotel), Lunch (Lunch at Houseboat), Dinner (Dinner at Houseboat)
Included Activities
- Houseboat journey through backwaters
- Explore backwaters and lagoons of Alappuzha
- Evening walk around local street of Alappuzha
Day 11
Alleppey - Cochin
Alleppey - Cochin
Meals
Breakfast (Breakfast at Houseboat)
Included Activities
- Guided tour of Cochin
- Visit Fort Kochi
- Visit Dutch Palace
- Visit Chinese Fishing Net
- Visit Indo Portuguese Museum
- Visit Marine Drive
- Kathakali dance show
Landmarks
Fort Kochi
Dutch Palace
Chinese Fishing Net
Indo Portuguese Museum
Marine Drive
Day 12
Cochin
Cochin
End point
Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India (Hotel, Airport or any Convenient Point in Chennai)
Meals
Breakfast (Breakfast at Hotel)

Landmarks
Kamakshi Amman Temple
Kanchi Kailasanathar Temple
Varadaraja Perumal Temple
Ekambareswarar Temple
Ulagalanda Perumal Temple

Landmarks
Thirukadalmallai
Shore Temple
Pancha Pandava Rathas
Arjuna's Penance
Krishna's Butterball
India Seashell Museum
Mahabalipuram Beach

Landmarks
Shri Airavatesvara Temple
Schwartz Memorial & Church
Sivaganga Garden
Lord Murugan Temple
Brihadeeswara Temple
Thanjavur Maratha Palace

Landmarks
Chettinad Maharaja's Palace
Lord Ganesha Temple at Kundrakudi
Alagar Malai Temple

Landmarks
Meenakshi Amman Temple
Thirumalai Nayakkar Palace
Gandhi Memorial Museum
Adhi Chokkanathar
Subramaniya Suwami Temple
Vandiyur Mariamman Teppakulam
Chokkanathar Temple
Samanar Hills

Landmarks
Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary

Landmarks
Kumarakom Bird Sanctuary

Landmarks
Fort Kochi
Dutch Palace
Chinese Fishing Net
Indo Portuguese Museum
Marine Drive

Accommodation
Guide
Meals
Additional Services
Transport

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Insurance
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Klaus5.0•November 2026
Our North and South India tour was a wonderful experience from start to finish. The entire team was transparent,...
Our North and South India tour was a wonderful experience from start to finish. The entire team was transparent, professional, and very communicative, always available to answer our questions and assist us whenever needed. The accommodations were comfortable and well chosen, and we appreciated the flexibility of having a well-planned yet relaxed itinerary. All our drivers were friendly, courteous, and accommodating, offering helpful local suggestions along the way that made our journey even more enjoyable. Exploring both North and South India was truly memorable, with each region offering its own unique culture, beautiful landscapes, history, and experiences. We especially appreciated the smooth coordination and the team's attention to detail throughout the trip. Overall, everything was very well organized, and we had a fantastic experience. We highly recommend HOLIDAYS AT to anyone planning a trip to India, especially those looking to explore both North and South India!Show more
Edward5.0•November 2026
Our tour of India with HOLIDAYS AT was handled professionally and flawlessly from start to finish. Rakesh was...
Our tour of India with HOLIDAYS AT was handled professionally and flawlessly from start to finish. Rakesh was extremely responsive to all my questions and concerns and went above and beyond to accommodate our needs. We thoroughly enjoyed every aspect of our trip, from the beautiful destinations to the overall arrangements. Everything was perfectly organized, making our journey truly memorable. We highly recommend HOLIDAYS AT to anyone planning a vacation to India!Show more
Daniel5.0•October 2026
Just got back from a fantastic vacation in India, and it was everything we hoped it would be! 🇮🇳✨ From exploring the...
Just got back from a fantastic vacation in India, and it was everything we hoped it would be! 🇮🇳✨ From exploring the vibrant streets of Delhi and the magnificent Taj Mahal in Agra to experiencing, every moment was unforgettable in Ranthambore. Team truly cared about making our experience special. A special shout-out to the entire team for their excellent service, warm hospitality, and attention to detail. Thank you for making our India holiday such a wonderful experience. Highly recommended! 🌟Show more

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