asia·Multi-day tour·13 days
Best of South India Tour - 13 Days
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What you'll experience
Highlights
• Explore National Art Gallery, heritage Churches & famous Beach in Chennai with a guided city tour.
• Explore the heritage site of Mahabalipuram built by the Pallava dynasty in the 7th and 8th centuries.
• Explore the heritage site of Madurai famous for Dravidian-style temple.
• Enjoy the wildlife safari at Periyar protected Wildlife Sanctuary and Lake elephant and tiger reserve.
• Experience and stay at Houseboat in Coastal Alleppey.
• Historic Parsi Synagogue, Dutch Palace, St Francis Church, Fort Cochin, colorful boats and Chinese Fishing nets on the waterfront in Kochi.
• Get to know about the South India history & culture.
• Explore the heritage site of Mahabalipuram built by the Pallava dynasty in the 7th and 8th centuries.
• Explore the heritage site of Madurai famous for Dravidian-style temple.
• Enjoy the wildlife safari at Periyar protected Wildlife Sanctuary and Lake elephant and tiger reserve.
• Experience and stay at Houseboat in Coastal Alleppey.
• Historic Parsi Synagogue, Dutch Palace, St Francis Church, Fort Cochin, colorful boats and Chinese Fishing nets on the waterfront in Kochi.
• Get to know about the South India history & culture.
13 days
Day-by-day itinerary
- 1
Day 1 — Arrival at Chennai
On the day of arrival at Chennai airport, our representative will assist you at the airport and later transfer to your pre-booked hotel for night stay. Rest of the day free for your own leisure activities. Overnight at Hotel.Meals: B: Excluded, L: Excluded, D: ExcludedStay: 3 Star Hotel - 2
Day 2 — At Chennai
Today morning after breakfast at the hotel, later proceed for full day guided tour to Chennai, visit Kapaleeshwar Temple, Sri Parthasarathy Temple, Ramakrishna Temple, Fort St.George (the oldest fort in Chennai), National Art Gallery, St.Mary’s Church, Anna Zoological Park, Birla Planetarium and Kalakshetra and Theosophical Society. Also visit houses the Secretariat and Legislative Assembly of Tamil Nadu and the famous Marina Beach (the second largest in the world) and Elliots Beach. Rest of the day free for your own leisure activities. Overnight at Hotel.Meals: B: Included, L: Excluded, D: ExcludedStay: 3 Star Hotel - 3
Day 3 — Chennai - Mahabalipuram - Puducherry (160 Kms / 3:30 Hrs)
Today morning after breakfast at hotel, later check out and drive to Puducherry, via en-route visit to Mahabalipuram, visit the Thirukadalmallai, Shore Temple, Pancha Pandava Rathas, Arjuna’s Penance, Caves, Krishna’s Butterball and India Seashell Museum. Also explore the Mahabalipuram Beach with surfing & Shore Temple views. After finish your sightseeing tour at Mahabalipuram, later continue drive to Puducherry. Upon arrival at Puducherry check-in to your pre-booked hotel for night stay. Rest of the day free for your own leisure activities. Overnight at Hotel.Meals: B: Included, L: Excluded, D: ExcludedStay: 3 Star Hotel - 4
Day 4 — At Puducherry
Today morning after breakfast at hotel, later proceed for sightseeing tour to Puducherry, visit Auroville town, Aurobindo Ashram, Government Museum, The Sacred Heart Basilica, French War memorial, Mahe de Labourdonnais St and Pondy Bazaar. Also visit Memorial House, Manakula Vinayagar Temple and Vedapureeswarar Temple. Evening enoy the heritage walk in the French colonies, will spot the beautiful yellow & white walls, European styles streets and a walk along the sea. Overnight at Hotel.Meals: B: Included, L: Excluded, D: ExcludedStay: 3 Star Hotel - 5
Day 5 — Puducherry - Thanjavur (165 Kms / 4 Hrs)
Today morning after breakfast at hotel, later check out and drive to Thanjavur. Upon arrival at Thanjavur check-in to your hotel for night stay. After refresh yourself, later proceed for sightseeing tour to Thanjavur, visit the Schwartz Memorial & Church, Sivaganga Garden, Lord Murugan Temple, Brihadeeswara Temple, Thanjavur Maratha Palace. After finish your sightseeing tour at Thanjavur, later free for shopping or drive back to your hotel for night stay. Overnight at Hotel.Meals: B: Included, L: Excluded, D: ExcludedStay: 3 Star Hotel - 6
Day 6 — Thanjavur - Trichy - Madurai (195 Kms / 3:30 Hrs)
Today morning after breakfast at hotel, later check out and drive to Madurai, via en-route visit to Trichy (Tiruchirappalli), visit Rock Fort Temple, Jambukeshwara Temple, Arulmigu Uchi Pillaiyar Temple and Sri Rangam Temple. After finish your sightseeing tour at Trichy, later continue drive to Madurai. Upon arrival at Madurai check-in to your pre-booked hotel for night stay. Rest of the day free for your own leisure activities. Overnight at Hotel.Meals: B: Included, L: Excluded, D: ExcludedStay: 3 Star Hotel - 7
Day 7 — At Madurai
Today morning after breakfast at hotel, later proceed for full day guided tour to Madurai, visit Meenakshi Amman Temple, Thirumalai Nayakkar Palace, Gandhi Memorial Museum, Adhi Chokkanathar, Subramaniya Suwami Temple and Vandiyur Mariamman Teppakulam. Also visit Chokkanathar Temple and Samanar Hills also known as Samanar Malai or Amanarmalai at Keelakuilkudi. After finish your guided tour to Madurai, later experience the evening prayer ceremony at the Meenakshi Temple. Overnight at Hotel.Meals: B: Included, L: Excluded, D: ExcludedStay: 3 Star Hotel - 8
Day 8 — Madurai - Periyar/Thekkady (150 Kms / 4 Hrs)
Today morning after breakfast at hotel, later check out and drive to Periyar. Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary one of the biggest wildlife sanctuaries in India's which covers 777 Sq. Kms (300 Sq. miles) for a Tiger Reserve. Upon arrival at Periyar check-in to your pre-booked hotel for night stay. In the evening, enjoy a walk around Estate or free for own activities. Overnight at Hotel.Meals: B: Included, L: Excluded, D: ExcludedStay: 3 Star Hotel - 9
Day 9 — At Periyar/Thekkady
Today morning after breakfast at hotel, later proceed for full day sightseeing tour to Periyar visit Bamboo Rafting & Border Hiking are a unique program available in Periyar, Also enjoy the Elephant safari at Periyar wildlife sanctuary, Kumily and Mangala Devi Temple. Overnight at Hotel.Meals: B: Included, L: Excluded, D: ExcludedStay: 3 Star Hotel - 10
Day 10 — Periyar/Thekkady - Kumarakom (110 Kms / 3 Hrs)
Today morning after breakfast and check out from hotel later drive to Kumarakom “Town of Backwaters”. Upon arrival at Kumarakom check-in to the hotel for night stay. Later visit Kumarakom Bird Sanctuary (4 Pm - Closed) and Rest of the day free for your own leisure activities. Overnight at Hotel.Meals: B: Included, L: Excluded, D: ExcludedStay: 3 Star Hotel - 11
Day 11 — Kumarakom - Alleppey (32 Kms / 1 Hrs)
Today morning after breakfast at hotel, later check out and proceed for backwater to enjoy the houseboat journey. Upon arrival at Alleppey check-in to your pre-booked houseboat for night stay. Later proceed for backwaters & lagoons on Alappuzha, Enjoy your lunch and dinner at houseboat. Evening walk around the local street of Alappuzha. Overnight at Houseboat.Meals: B: Included, L: Included, D: IncludedStay: Delux House Boat - 12
Day 12 — Alleppey - Kochi (55 Kms / 2 Hrs)
Today morning after breakfast at houseboat, later check out and drive to Cochin. Upon arrival at Cochin check-in to your pre-booked hotel for night stay. After refresh yourself, later proceed for guided tour to Cochin, visit Fort Kochi, Dutch Palace, Chinese Fishing Net, Indo Portuguese Museum and Marine Drive. In the evening time enjoy the kathakali dance show, one of India's most famous classical dances with lavish costumes, exotic makeup & masks intensify the beauty of the dancers, intricate moments. Overnight at Hotel.Meals: B: Included, L: Excluded, D: ExcludedStay: 3 Star Hotel - 13
Day 13 — Departure from Kochi
Today morning after breakfast at hotel, later check out and transfer to Kochi airport to board the flight for your next destination / Home.Meals: B: Included, L: Excluded, D: Excluded
What's included
Included
- 12 Nights accommodation based on double / twin sharing basis.
- Assistance during arrival and departure.
- All sightseeing including airport transfers by an AC vehicle.
- 12 Breakfast at Hotel, 1 Lunch & 1 Dinner at House Boat.
- Local English speaking guide at Chennai, Mahabalipuram, Thanjavur, Trichy, Madurai and Kochi.
- Visit to the famous ancient temples of Thanjavur and Trichy.
- Enjoy a boat ride at Preiyar Lake.
- One mineral water bottle per person per day.
- All currently applicable taxes including GST.
Not included
- International/Internal flights to/from the start/finish of the trip
- All personal expenses including hotel room service and meals; however, you have the option to pay for meals that tour guide arranges
- Optional tours (Items and prices may vary due to different seasons and are subject to the final confirmation made by tour guide when on tour.)
- Monument entry fees
- Visas Fee (if applicable)
- Beverages other than drinking water & any costs of a personal nature
- Tips (always optional, but some guidance will be given in the pre-departure information pack you'll receive after booking)
Cancellation policy
| When you cancel | Refund | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 0–30 days before | 0% | Cancellation Made Within 30 days prior to departure, No Refund |
| 31+ days before | 50% | Cancellation Made 31 or more days prior to departure, Refund 50% of total purchase amount |
Important info
Special notes
- Frequently Asked Questions
Are airport transfers included in this tour?
- Yes.
Are children permitted to take part in the tour?
- Yes.
Are the local guides are available other language?
- Yes, All language local guides are available as per request.
Are the local guides on the tour English speaking?
- Yes.
Can I join the tour once it has departed?
- Yes, although you will have to make your own way to where the group is heading to out of your own expense.
Can you assist with pre or post tour accommodation?
- Yes.
Do I need to purchase travel insurance before travelling?
- Absolutely. Every traveler is required to purchase travel insurance before the start of their tour. Due to the varying nature, availability and cost of health care around the world, travel insurance is very much an essential and necessary part of every journey.
Do you require a visa for this holiday?
- Only for foreign national traveler.
Is free Wi-Fi available in the accommodation used?
- Most of the places you will get free Wi-FI.
Is the transportation is air conditioned?
- Yes.
Is there a supplement for solo travellers?
- Yes.
Is there any free time to explore places during the tour?
- Yes. .
What currencies are required for this tour?
- Currency always depend on the country.
What documents will I receive before I travel?
- You will receive all the booking pack with all the pick up times.
What happens if a group doesn’t make its minimum required number of passengers?
- 100% departure if there is single traveler.
What happens if I need to change my holiday date once I’ve booked?
- Please speak to our sales team as soon as possible to see how we can help.
What is the maximum group size?
- 10.
What is the standard of the hotels on the tour?
- 3 Star.
What is the tipping policy?
- Tips always optional.
Will I know the names and details of all the accommodation before I depart?
- Yes.
Will passengers from another country be participating in the tour?
- Yes.
Pricing notes (children, single supplement)
* Price for Single Occupancy applies when one person stays in one standard hotel room.
* Price for Double applies when two people stay in one standard hotel room respectively.
* Maximum room capacity: 2 people.
* Child with a bed enjoys the same price as an adult.
* Price for Double applies when two people stay in one standard hotel room respectively.
* Maximum room capacity: 2 people.
* Child with a bed enjoys the same price as an adult.
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