Duration: 12 Nights / 13 Days
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Embark on a journey packed with experience of rich Indian culture and heritage along with glimpses of local lifestyle. Visit several places that are famous for its temples and monuments, from the southern tip of Indian peninsula- Kanyakumari to Rameswaram, Madurai and Thanjavur with Mahabalipuram to Chennai and Tirupati Balaji. Witness the magical hue of Arabian sea, Indian ocean and the Bay of Bengal with hills and intricate architecture of Dravidian style temples. The duration of this trip is 12 nights and 13 days.
Arrive at Chennai Airport/joining point and get driven to the capital city of Chennai. Check into the hotel and relax. Later, visit Fort St. George, Government Museum, Santhome Cathedral Basilica and Valluvar Kottam. Spend the rest of the day in leisure at Marina beach.
Overnight stay in Chennai.
Wake up early this morning for a day excursion to the sacred and very popular Tirupati Balaji Temple, after breakfast. You will enjoy the ride to the top of the hill and seek blessings at the temple.
After a blessed day, return back to the hotel for an overnight stay in Chennai.
This morning after breakfast we will drive to Mahabalipuram- the majestic shore temples are located here. You will visit the Group of monuments in Mahabalipuram including the shore temple. Also visit the Varaha Cave, Descent of the Ganga, Krishna’s Butterball, Sthalasayana Perumal Temple and Pancha Rathas. Drive further to Kanchipuram, visit Ekambaranathar Temple and get your hands on beautiful Kanchipuram sarees. Thereafter, head onto Puducherry. After checking in, enjoy a relaxed evening.
Overnight stay in Puducherry.
Post breakfast, head to visit the Auroville premises and experience bliss. Later, explore the French quarters and beautiful beaches here. Evening free for you to explore on your own.
Overnight stay in Puducherry.
After breakfast, head out to visit Brihadishwara Temple-part of "Great Living Chola Temples" a UNESCO World Heritage Site, Thanjapureswarar Temple, PunnaiNallur Mariamman temple, Thanjavur Palace and Saraswathi Mahal Library.
Overnight stay in Thanjavur.
Today after breakfast we will head off to Tiruchirapalli. On arrival, check in and visit Sri RanganathaSwamy Temple, Tiruchirapalli Rock Fort and temple, Vayalur Murugan Temple and several other sites.
Overnight stay in Tiruchirapalli.
Today after breakfast the day is free for you to explore on your own.
Overnight stay in Tiruchirapalli.
After breakfast, we will drive to Madurai- famous for its beautiful temples, palaces and rich history. On arrival, check in and visit the Hall of Thousand Pillars, Thirumalai Nayakkar Palace and Temple and spend the rest of the day admiring the beauty of Sri Meenakshi Amman Temple.
Overnight stay in Madurai.
The day is free for you to explore this fascinating city on your own after breakfast. You may choose to go on a hike to several hills nearby, visit other renowned religious sites, explore lakes and local markets or simply relax in the comforts of your hotel. Later, enjoy a Bharatanatyam dance performance.
Overnight stay in Madurai.
After breakfast, proceed to the sacred city of Rameswaram. Post arrival and check in, visit the captivating Rameswaram Temple. Non-Hindus are not allowed inside the main temple. There are 22 sources of water from different rivers and it is considered to be auspicious to take bath from those sources before entering the main temple.
Overnight stay in Rameswaram.
After breakfast, get driven to the utterly beautiful city of Kanyakumari. The city is not only famous for its temple dedicated to Goddess Kanyakumari but also for an amazing sight of confluence of three major water bodies surrounding Indian peninsula- Arabian Sea, Indian Ocean and Bay of Bengal. On arrival, check in and head out for the viewpoint to see the sun setting in the horizon where three grand water bodies become one. Enjoy the walking tour through the lanes of the local market filled with souvenirs and aroma of local food. After arrival and check in, enjoy the free time.
Overnight stay in Kanyakumari.
Wake up early for breakfast and head out for a steamer boat ride to Vivekananda Rock Memorial. Fondly called as Swami Vivekananda, was a Hindu Monk who attained enlightenment on this Rock and later founded Ramakrishna Math & Ramakrishna Mission in the name of his Guru. Close by is another piece of marvel artwork- The Thiruvalluvar Statue, dedicated to Tamilian Poet and philosopher. Return back to the mainland and visit Kanyakumari Temple.
Overnight stay in Kanyakumari.
This morning after breakfast, head out to Thiruvananthapuram International airport to board the flight. Trip ends with drop at the airport.
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