Day 1 Arrival at Chennai (By flight)
On your arrival at Chennai Airport, our representative will traditionally welcome (Swagat) you and assist you in check-in to your pre booked hotel. Relax for a day after a long flight and prepare for the further trip. Here you have successfully completed your first day of Splendors of South India Tour.
Evening is free for Leisure.
Overnight at Chennai
Day 2 Chennai – Kanchipuram - Mahabalipuram (Approx 140 Kms)
After breakfast, check-out from the Hotel and drive to Mahabalipuram. En-route we will visit Kanchipuram which is best known as Golden city of Thousand Temples and also one of the oldest towns in India. Here we would visit Ekambareswarar Temple, Kailashnath Temple, Kamakshi Temple and Vaikunta Perumal temple. Later drive continues towards Mahabalipuram. In the afternoon, enjoy your Lunch with regional cuisine at a nice South Indian restaurant. On your arrival at Mahabalipuram, check-in at your Hotel and freshen-up. Later you will be escorted by our Tour Guide and will be taken for sightseeing of group of monuments at Mahabalipuram which have been classified as UNESCO world Heritage site. At the end of the tour, return to your Hotel and relax. Here you have successfully completed your second day of Splendors of South India Tour
Evening is free for Leisure.
Overnight at Mahabalipuram
Day 3 Mahabalipuram – Pondicherry/Puducherry (Approx 100 Kms)
After Breakfast, check-out from the Hotel and drive towards Pondicherry. Pondicherry/Puducherry is a calm little city located on the south coast of India. The dominance of French, the tree lined avenues, the attractive colonial structures, the spiritual landscapes and numerous un-spoilt beaches and backwaters are some of the prominence of this small town. On your arrival at Pondicherry/Puducherry, check-in at your pre-booked Hotel and freshen-up. Later you will be escorted by our Tour Guide and will take you for local sightseeing of Pondicherry/Puducherry. Today`s tour highlights will be Auroville, Sri Aurbindo Ashram, French War Memorial, Mankula Vinayaka, Sri Vedapuriswar, and Kamatchiamman and Promenade Beach. In the afternoon, enjoy your Lunch in a nice restaurant. Pondicherry has an array of decent restaurant which offers blend of cuisines. At the end of the tour, return to your Hotel and relax. Here you have successfully completed your third day of Splendors of South India Tour
Evening is free for Leisure.
Overnight at Pondicherry
Day 4 Pondicherry – Swamimalai (Approx 130 Kms)
After Breakfast, check-out from the Hotel and drive to Swamimalai. The town Swamimalai is situated on the banks of river Cauvery. Swamimalai is the fourth amongst the six holy shrines dedicated to Lord Muruga. The name of the town means `God`s mountain`. On your arrival at Swamimalai, you will be taken to the Ashram, check-in at your room and relax. Inside the Ashram you can take Yoga or meditation session which is very useful for peace of body, mind and soul. Later you will be escorted by our Tour Guide and will be taken on a local sightseeing and the attractions will be Chidambaram Temple and Gangai Konda Cholapuram. At the end of the tour, return to the Ashram and relax. Here you have successfully completed your fourth day of Splendors of South India Tour
Evening is free for Leisure.
Overnight at Ashram
Day 5 Swamimalai – Tanjore/Thanjavur – Trichy (Approx 100 Kms)
After Breakfast, check-out from the Ashram and further drive to Trichy. En-route we will visit Thanjavur for the sightseeing of the local attractions such as Sri Brihadeeswarar Temple, Thanjavur Royal Palace. Thanjavur has always been famous for its art and culture. Thanjavur is popular for beautiful silk weaves, woven in gorgeous colors and designs along with Thanjavur Paintings, Dancing Dolls and Traditional Crafts. In the afternoon, enjoy your Lunch at a nice Indian restaurant and continue to enjoy the beauty of Thanjavur. After Thanjavur sightseeing, drive continuous to Trichy. On your arrival at Trichy, check-in at your pre-booked Hotel and relax. Here you have successfully completed your fifth day of Splendors of South India Tour
Evening is free for Leisure.
Overnight at Trichy
Day 6 Trichy Sightseeing
After Breakfast you will be escorted by our Tour Guide and will be taken for Trichy sightseeing. Trichy is situated on the banks of the River Kaveri and city is known for its educational institutions, industries, and temples. Today`s tour highlights will be Sri Ranganatha Swami Temple, Tiruvanaikkaval Temple, Samayapuram Temple and Srirangam Island. In the afternoon, enjoy your Lunch at a nice Indian restaurant and continue to enjoy the sightseeing. At the end of the sightseeing, return to your hotel and relax. Here you have successfully completed your sixth day of Splendors of South India Tour
Evening is free for Leisure.
Overnight at Trichy
Day 7 Trichy - Madurai (Approx 135 Kms)
After Breakfast, check-out from the Hotel and further drive to Madurai (The City of Divine Nectar). Madurai is 2600 years old historical city which is surrounded by graceful natural plantation and located on the banks of River Vaigai. On your arrival at Madurai, check-in at your pre-booked Hotel and relax. After Lunch, you will be escorted by our Tour Guide and will take you for Madurai sightseeing. Today`s tour highlights will be Meenakshi Temple, Thirumalai Nayakkar Mahal and Gandhi Memorial. At the end of the tour, return to your Hotel and relax. Here you have successfully completed seventh first day of Splendors of South India Tour
Evening is free for Leisure.
Overnight at Madurai
Day 8 Madurai – Kodaikanal – Thekkaddy (Approx 265 Kms)
After Breakfast, you will be escorted by our Tour Guide and will be taken on an excursion tour to Kodaikanal which is a popular Hill station in South India. Kodaikanal is elevated approximately 7000 ft above sea level and is a relaxing and serene Hill station located in upper Palani hills of Western Ghats in Madurai. The cool and misty weather, the picturesque beauty, the wooded forest and its surroundings can surely fascinate any traveler. Today`s tour highlights will be Kodaikanal Lake, Bear Shola Falls, Palni Hills and Solar Observatory. In the afternoon, enjoy your Lunch at a nice valley restaurant and continue with the sightseeing. In the evening, drive continuous to Thekkaddy. On your arrival in Thekkaddy, check-in at your pre-booked hotel and relax. Here you have successfully completed your eighth day of Splendors of South India Tour
Evening is free for Leisure.
Overnight at Thekkaddy
Day 9 Thekkaddy Sightseeing
After Breakfast, you will be escorted by our Tour Guide and will be taken for the Thekkaddy sightseeing. Today`s tour highlights will be Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary, World Spice and Ayurvedic Garden and Mullaperiyar Dam. In the afternoon, take your Lunch in a nice Jungle Restaurant and enjoy the lush green beauty of Thekkaddy. At the end of the tour, return to your Hotel and relax. Here you have successfully completed your ninth day of Splendors of South India Tour
Evening is free for Leisure.
Overnight at Thekkaddy
Day 10 Thekkaddy – Munnar (Approx 90 Kms)
After Breakfast, check-out from the Hotel and drive to Munnar. The journey from Thekkaddy to Munnar is an amazing one, the panoramic view of the misty hills and the landscapes which gradually changes from plain to hilly terrain. You will be welcomed by Lush Green plantations on the hills while entering Munnar. On your arrival at Munnar, check-in at your pre-booked Hotel and freshen-up. After freshen-up, you will be escorted by our Tour Guide and will be taken for the Munnar sightseeing. Today`s tour highlights will be Mattupetty Dam and Dairy Farms, Echo Point, Kundala Lake, Tea Gardens (along with the beautiful picturesque landscapes of Munnar). In the afternoon, enjoy your lunch at a nice hillside restaurant. At the end of the tour, return to your Hotel and relax. Here you have successfully completed your tenth day of Splendors of South India Tour
Evening is free for Leisure.
Overnight at Munnar
Day 11 Munnar – Kottayam (Approx 130 Kms)
After Breakfast, check-out from the Hotel and drive to Kottayam. On your arrival at Kottayam, check-in at your pre-booked Hotel and freshen-up. Later you will be escorted by our Tour Guide and will be taken for Kottayam sightseeing. Today`s tour highlights will be Thirunakkara Mahadev Temple, Cheriyapally Ettumanoor, Vaikom Temples and Kumaranalloor Devi Temple. In the afternoon, enjoy your Lunch at a nice village restaurant and continue with the sightseeing. At the end of the tour, return to your Hotel and relax. Here you have successfully completed your eleventh day of Splendors of South India Tour
Evening is free for Leisure.
Overnight at Kottayam
Day 12 Kottayam – Alleppey (Approx 50 Kms)
After Breakfast, check-out from the hotel and drive to Alleppey. On your arrival at Alleppey, our representative will assist you for your check-in at the House Boat. Day is free for leisure. You will cruise in and around Alleppey and will witness the daily life of village surrounding Alleppey. All your meals will be served on Board. Here you have successfully completed your twelfth day of Splendors of South India Tour
Evening is free for Leisure.
Overnight at Houseboat
Day 13 Alleppey – Mararikulam – Alleppey (Approx 20 Kms)
After Breakfast, check-out from the House boat and drive to Mararikulam. Mararikulam is a beach village in the Alleppey and is famous for the clean sandy beach in the Kerala and has always been a fresh holiday experience in all aspects. One can enjoy the activities in Mararikulam such as lazing in the Sun, enjoying exciting water sports like surfing or parasailing. On your arrival in Mararikulam, check-in at your pre-booked hotel and freshen-up. After freshen-up, you will be escorted by our Tour Guide and will be taken for Mararikulam sightseeing. Today`s tour highlights will be Mararikulam Beach, Mararikulam Shiva Temple, St. Andrews Church, Cherthala and Velorvattom Mahadev Temple. In the afternoon, enjoy your lunch at a nice beach restaurant and continue to enjoy the sightseeing. At the end of the tour, return to your hotel and relax. Here you have successfully completed your thirteenth day of Splendors of South India Tour
Evening is free for Leisure.
Overnight at Alleppey
Day 14 Alleppey - Kochi/Cochin (Approx 50 Kms)
After Breakfast, check-out from the Hotel and drive to Kochi. On your arrival at Kochi, check-in at your pre-booked hotel and freshen-up. After freshen-up, you will be escorted by our Tour Guide and will be taken for Kochi sightseeing. Today`s tour highlights will be Kochi Fort, Jew Synagogue, Dutch Palace, Marine Drive and Chinese Fishing Nets. In the afternoon, treat yourself with a regional cuisine at a nice restaurant in Kochi and continue to enjoy the sightseeing tour. At the end of the sightseeing, return to your Hotel and relax. Here you have successfully completed your fourteenth day of Splendors of South India Tour
Evening is free for Leisure.
Overnight at Kochi/ Cochin
Day 15 Kochi/Cochin (Departure)
After Breakfast, check-out from the Hotel and transfers to Kochi Airport for your onward flight to your country or for next destination.
Here you have successfully completed your Splendors of India Tour. We sincerely thank you for choosing Trip India for your travel arrangements and we appreciate your patronage and wish you for a safe journey.
Customize 
