Day 1 Chennai
Upon arrival in Chennai, meet our representative, after welcome, proceed to the hotel. After finishing check-in formalities. Rest for a while. Post lunch proceed for the major tourist attractions in Chennai include the Fort St. George, St. Thomas Mount, San Thome Cathedral, Kapaleeswar Temple and the National Art Gallery.
In the evening visit the beautiful Marina. Don’t try swimming at Marina beach since there are strong currents present along the shoreline and no rescue equipment’s and lifeguards are available at this beach.
Overnight stay in Chennai.
Day 2 Chennai – Kanchipuram (About 74 Kms) – Mahabalipuram (About 66 Kms)
Post breakfast; proceed towards Mahabalipuram, It is also known as Mamallapuram, it is a historical town renowned for its rock-cut shore temples.
En-route visiting Kanchipuram, The major Kanchipuram tourist attractions include visits to the Kailasanthar Temple, Ekambareshwarar Temple, The Vardarajanperumal Temple and the Sakkiswarar Temple.
After visit, resume the drive towards Mahabalipuram. On arrival, check-in at your pre-booked hotel.
Overnight stay in Mahabalipuram.
Day 3 Mahabalipuram– Pondicherry (About 100 Kms)
Today after breakfast, proceed to visit the major attractions the town, visit Mahishasurmardini caves, the Five Ratha temple (comprises of 5 monolithic temples in various patterns) and The Shore Temple. Also visit the other major attractions such as Arjuna’s Penance and the Tiger caves.
After the visit leave for Pondicherry. Puducherry (previously called Pondicherry) charms tourists with its three lined avenues, painted colonial buildings and sea breeze. In 1974, the French built a base here.
As on reaching Pondicherry, check-in at one our listed hotels. Rest and relax for the day. In the evening you may take a leisurely walk to the local market of Pondicherry.
Overnight stay in Pondicherry.
Day 4 Pondicherry – Kumbakonam (About 132 Kms)
Post breakfast proceed to explore the major attractions of Pondicherry such as the palm-fringed beaches, backwaters and fishing villages. Later visit Aurbindo Ashram and Auroville.
After the visit drive to Kumbakonam in Thanjavur District in Tamil Nadu. On reaching, check in to your pre booked hotel. Rest for a while, later in the day visit the Swamimalai Murugan Temple.
Overnight stay at Kumbakonam.
Day 5 Kumbakonam – Chettinad (About 145 Kms)
After having an early breakfast, drive straight to Chettinad. It is the popular city of Tamil Nadu and an important centre of South Indian Art, culture and religion.
On reaching Chettinad, check-in to your pre booked hotel. After freshen up, proceed for a guided city tour of Tanjore including major tourist attractions such as Vairavan Kovil, Iraniyur, Karpaga Vinayakar, Kundrakudi Murugan, Kottaiyur Sivan and Kandanur Sivan temples, with each having its own unique deity.
In the evening return to the hotel for overnight stay at hotel.
Day 6 Chettinad – Madurai (About 76 Kms)
After Breakfast, check-out from the Hotel and transfer to Madurai. On your arrival at check-in at your Hotel and freshen-up. After freshen-up, you will be escorted by our Tour Guide and will be taken for Madurai sightseeing. Today’s tour highlights will be Meenakshi Temple (World Heritage sites of India), Thirumalai Nayakkar Mahal and Gandhi Memorial. At the end of the tour, return to your Hotel and relax.
Evening is free for Leisure
Overnight at Madurai
Day 7 Madurai – Thekkady (130 Kilometres)
Today after breakfast check out from the hotel and drive to Periyar to go to Periyar National Park which renowned tiger and elephant reserve which is located at Idukki districts and Pathanamthitta in Kerala. Check into a jungle lodge. In the evening, enjoy bird watching while boat riding on the Periyar Lake where you can spot both resident and migratory birds.
Overnight stay at Thekkady.
Day 8 Thekkady – Alleppey (130 Kilometres)
Today after breakfast check out from the hotel and drive to Alleppey to board the houseboat. Enjoy the beautiful serene surroundings while cruising on houseboat. View the beautiful sunset.
Overnight stay at Alleppey.
Day 9 Alleppey – Cochin (About 100 Kilometres)
Today after breakfast check out from the houseboat and transfer to Kochi. Check in at the pre booked resort. Later visit the popular markets of Cochin, where you can shop for some unique handicrafts and silk clothes. However, you can also buy spices and nuts that are of excellent quality. Evening is free at leisure.
Overnight stay at Cochin.
Day 10 Cochin
After breakfast go for a sightseeing covering the places such as Bolgatty Palace, Dutch Palace, Jewish Synagogue and Chinese fishing nets and spice market. In the evening, enjoy the Kathakali dance performance.
Overnight stay at Cochin.
Day 11 Cochin Departure
Today after breakfast check out from the hotel and drive to railway station or the airport to board a flight or train for your onward journey. We hope you have enjoyed your trip and look forward to organizing your next tour with us.