South India Experience with Tamil Nadu and Kerala

Destinations Covered
Chennai Pondicherry Thanjavur Madurai Thekkady Cochin
Destinations Covered
Chennai Pondicherry Thanjavur Madurai Thekkady Cochin
Duration

09 NIGHTS - 10 DAYS

Tour Plan

Day 1
Arrive Chennai
  • Arrive Chennai
  • Upon arrival in Chennai you will met by our representative and later transfer to hotel.
  • Morning proceed to visit Chennai which includes visit to Fort Saint George, Saint Thomas mount, San thome cathedral ,Kapeleshwar temple ,National art gallery.
  • Overnight at the hotel
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Day 2
Chennai , Kanchipuram
  • Buffet breakfast at the hotel
  • Morning drive from Chennai , Kanchipuram , (Approx 75kms- 1-2hrs)
  • Upon arrival in Kanchipuram proceed to check in at the hotel.
  • Afternoon proceed to Visit Ekambareshvara Temple , Kailasanatha Temple & Kamakshi Amman Temple .
  • Overnight at the hotel.
Day 3
Kanchipuram , Mahabalipuram , Pondicherry
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  • Buffet breakfast in hotel.
  • Morning drive from Kanchipuram , Pondicherry (Approx 126kms- 2-3hrs)
  • Enroute proceed to visit Mahabalipuram which includes visit to Shore temples along with Five Rathas.
  • Upon arrival in Pondicherry proceed to check in at the hotel.
  • Overnight at the hotel.
Day 4
Pondicherry
  • Buffet breakfast in the hotel .
  • Morning visit Pondicherry which includes visiting Immaculate Concepcion, Basicilia of sacred heart’s followed by visit to Aurobindo Ashram Evening explore Pondicherry or relax on the beach
  • Overnight in the hotel .
Day 5
Pondicherry , Trichy - Tanjore
  • Buffet breakfast in the hotel .
  • Morning drive from Pondicherry to Tanjore ( Approx 210 Kms-4-5hrs)
  • Enroute visit different temples of Trichy Upon arrival in Tanjore proceed to check in at the hotel
  • Evening visit the local markets , Evening Markets
  • Overnight in the hotel.
Day 6
Tanjore , Madurai
  • Buffet breakfast at the hotel.
  • Morning Drive from Tanjore to Madurai ( Approx 160 Kms-4-5hrs)
  • Upon arrival in Madurai proceed to check in at the hotel
  • Evening Visit the famous Indian temple , Minakshi temple
  • Overnight in the hotel .
Day 7
Madurai , Thekkady
  • Buffet breakfast at the hotel.
  • Morning Drive from Madurai , Thekkady( Approx 140 Kms-4-5hrs)
  • Arrival Thekkady and check in the hotel
  • Afternoon proceed sightseeing of Thekkady which includes Murikkady, Chellar Kovil,
  • Evening visit famous Kellari marshal art show (Optional)
  • Overnight in the hotel.
Day 8
Thekkady -Alleppey
  • Morning visit for Periyar national park for Nature walk
  • Buffet breakfast at hotel
  • Drive from Thekkady to Allepey ( Aprox 145 kms-04-05 hours)
  • Upon arrival in Alleppey proceed to check in at the hotel.
  • Evening Shikara ride in the back water
  • Overnight in the hotel.

     

Day 9
Allepey -Cochin
  • Buffet breakfast in the hotel.
  • Morning drive from Alleppey to Cochin(Approx 70 Kms , 2 hrs)
  • Upon arrival in Cochin proceed to check in at the hotel Rest the day at leisure
  • Overnight in the hotel.
Day 10
Depart Cochin
  • Buffet breakfast in the hotel.
  • In time transfer to airport for flight to Mumbai

ABOVE COST IS INCLUSIVE OF

  • Accommodation On Double Sharing Basis At Hotels Mentioned Or Similar In The Room Category Mentioned.
  • Accommodation Will Be On bed breakfast board basis in all Places and breakfast will be in normal Coffee shop and not in any specialty restaurant. Dinner in hotel / Local restaurant.
  • All Transfer, Excursions And Sightseeing Tours Will Be By Using Air-Conditioned Sedan Car.
  • 1 bottle of mineral water per day / per pax
  • Traditional welcome upon arrival in the hotel along with welcome drink.
  • Farewell souvenir upon departure
  • All Road Taxes, Parking Fee, Fuel Charges, Interstate Taxes, and Portage At All Hotels.
  • 1 Indian Meal in any authentic Indian restaurant.
  • English speaking My Explorous representation on all arrival/ departure transfers.
  • All currently applicable taxes including Government service tax.

THE ABOVE COST DOES NOT INCLUDE

  • Expanse of personal nature like tipping. Laundry, and telephone/ fax calls, Alcoholic beverages, camera/ fee at monument’s medical expenses, airport departure tax etc.
  • Tips / Gratuities
  • Any other meals/ services not specified above
  • Travel Insurance
  • International / Domestic airfares/ visa fees.

Chennai

Chennai or Madras as it was called before, is the capital city of Tamil Nadu, a State of the Indian Sub continent. It is a major industrial, commercial, cultural, economic and educational centre of the Southern India. Chennai City is the sixth largest populated in Indian cities. It is known as the "Detroit of India" because many automobile industries are located here.

There are many versions and legends as to how this city’s name kept changing from Madras and Chennai from time to time. Originally this city was called as Madras, from Madraspattinam during Nayakars rule. It was a fishing village situated to the north of the present Fort St. George. British bought the piece of land from the King of Vijayanagar and built the Fort St. George that houses today’s Secretariat complex of Government of Tamil Nadu. British retained the name as Madrasapattinam, though the locals called it as Chennapattinam. A Legend also says, this city was first named Chennai in honour of Damal Chennappa Nayakkar. In 1996, the then ruling Government of Madras, renamed it as Chennai and it stands good -

Beautiful Beaches, One day leisure outlets, Modern Sea Port and Airport, Long and beautiful Highways, Convenient multi-Transport system, Theme parks, Industrial cities, Hi ,Tech software silicon valley parks, Sophisticated Multi Speciality Hospitals, World Class Universities, High Rise Business and Residential complexes are the present days outlook of the great Chennai, most sought after by the people of all walks of life from all parts of the world.

Pondicherry

You can find a perfect blend of adventure, beach, heritage and cultural experiences in Pondicherry. You can reach to Pondicherry from all other major cities in India either by flight or train or bus. The major tourist attractions are Paradise Beach, Auroville Ashram, Raj Niwas, Pondicherry Botanical Garden, Chunnambar Boathouse that offers all kinds of water sports, Basilica of the Sacred Heart of Jesus, Scuba Diving, Aurobindo Ashram, Manakula Vinayagar Temple and Promenade beach.

Thanjavur

Thanjavur, also known as the ‘Rice Bowl of India’ has many historical sites. The major tourist attractions are Brahadeeswara Temple that was constructed in the 10th century, Airavateshwara Temple, Thanjavur Royal Palace, Gangaikonda Temple. The city is distinct among the other cities of Tamil Nadu due to the dolls known as 'thalayatti bommai' and the famous Thanjavur paintings.

Madurai

Thiruvananthapuram (or Trivandrum) is the capital of the southern Indian state of Kerala. It's distinguished by its British colonial architecture and many art galleries. It’s also home to Kuthira Malika (or Puthen Malika) Palace, adorned with carved horses and displaying collections related to the Travancore royal family, whose regional capital was here from the 18th,20th centuries

Thekkady

If you are a wildlife enthusiast and want to rejuvenate in the misty mountains then Thekkady is the place for you. You can find trains and taxis to reach Thekkady from Alleppey. It is home to the popular Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary. - You can take a boat cruise over Periyar Lake to view wildlife. Take an elephant safari to see inside the forest. You can find various wildlife species like elephants, tigers, deer, bisons and much more.

Some of the most important tourist attractions in Thekkady are Kurisumala where you can have an adventurous tourism and trekking, Murikkady, Chellarkovil, Pullumedu, Periyar Tiger Trail, Bamboo Rafting which is offered by the Forest Department at Thekkady.

Cochin

Cochin or Kochi which is the cultural and economic capitals of Kerala is a must visit place if you love fishing. The major tourist attractions are Fort Kochi that offers Chinese fishing nets, Mattancherry, Bolghatty and Vypeen Islands, Lulu Shopping Mall, Paradesi Synagogue, Malayatoor Church, Kodanand Elephant Training Centre, Andhakaranazhi Beach, Marine Drive, Hill Palace Museum and Museum of Kerala history in Edappally.

Tour Location

Chennai - Pondicherry

Pondicherry - Thanjavur

Thanjavur - Madurai

Madurai - Thekkady

Thekkady - Cochin


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