Guide

• Local English speaking guide at Chennai, Mahabalipuram, Thanjavur, Trichy, Madurai and Kochi. (Other Languages guide except English language guide at Additional cost and Subject to Availability)

Meals

• 12 Breakfast at Hotel • 1 Lunch at House Boat • 1 Dinner at House Boat

Others

• 12 Nights accommodation based on double / twin sharing basis. • Assistance during arrival and departure by Holidays At. • All sightseeing including airport transfers by an AC vehicle. • Daily breakfast at hotel. • Local English speaking guide at Chennai, Mahabalipuram, Thanjavur, Trichy, Madurai and Kochi. (Other Languages guide except English language guide at Additional cost and Subject to Availability) • 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.

Transport

All sightseeing including airport transfers by an AC Car MUV / SUV / Sedan car with an English speaking driver. Drivers of our private vehicles are experienced with good knowledge of the road conditions and well trained. The type of vehicles provided are as follows : Passenger Vehicle type • 1-2 persons Air-conditioned medium car such as Etios / Dezire or similar • 3-4 persons Air-conditioned large car such as Toyota Innova or similar • 5-10 persons Air-conditioned mini-van such as Tempo Traveler or similar

Accommodation

Accommodation at good 3 Star hotels based on Double / Twin Sharing basis • 2 Nights in Chennai • 2 Nights in Puducherry • 1 Night in Thanjavur • 2 Nights in Madurai • 2 Nights in Periyar • 1 Night in Kumarakom • 1 Night in Alleppey • 1 Night in Kochi Check In : 1400 Hrs / Check Out : 1200 Hrs Early check in and late Check out are subject to availability.

Not included:

Others

• Visas Fee (if applicable) • Monument entry fees • Tips (always optional, but some guidance will be given in the pre-departure information pack you’ll receive after booking) • Beverages other than drinking water & any costs of a personal nature • International flights to/from the start/finish of the trip

Insurance

• 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.

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Day 1 Day 1: Arrival At Chennai
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 1: Arrival At Chennai

On the day of arrival at Chennai airport, our Holidays At 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.
Day 2 Day 2: At Chennai
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

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.
Day 3 Day 3: Chennai - Mahabalipuram - Puducherry (160 Kms / 3.30 Hrs)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

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.
Day 4 Day 4: At Puducherry
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

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.
Day 5 Day 5: Puducherry - Thanjavur (165 Kms / 4 Hrs)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

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.
Day 6 Day 6: Thanjavur - Trichy - Madurai (195 Kms / 3.30 Hrs)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

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.
Day 7 Day 7: At Madurai
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

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.
Day 8 Day 8: Madurai - Periyar/Thekkady (150 Kms / 4 Hrs)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

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.
Day 9 Day 9: At Periyar/Thekkady
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

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.
Day 10 Day 10: Periyar/Thekkady - Kumarakom (110 Kms / 3 Hrs)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 10: Periyar/Thekkady - Kumarakom (110 Kms / 3 Hrs)

Today morning after breakfast at hotel, later check out and drive to Kumarakom “Town of Backwaters”. Upon arrival at Kumarakom check-in to your pre-booked hotel for night stay. After refresh yourself, later proceed for sightseeing tour to Kumarakom, visit Vembanad Lake, Kumarakom Bird Sanctuary, Kumarakom Beach, Kumarakom Backwaters and Bay Island Driftwood Museum. Also enjoy the boat ride to Pathiramanal Island. Rest of the day free for your own leisure activities. Overnight at Hotel.
Day 11 Day 11: Kumarakom - Alleppey (32 Kms / 1 Hrs)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

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.
Day 12 Day 12: Alleppey - Kochi (55 Kms / 2 Hrs)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

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.
Day 13 Day 13: Departure From Kochi
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

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.

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Itinerary of your trip Best Of South India Tour

Day 1: Arrival At Chennai

Day 2: At Chennai

Day 3: Chennai - Mahabalipuram - Puducherry (160 Kms / 3.30 Hrs)

Day 4: At Puducherry

Day 5: Puducherry - Thanjavur (165 Kms / 4 Hrs)

Day 6: Thanjavur - Trichy - Madurai (195 Kms / 3.30 Hrs)

Day 7: At Madurai

Day 8: Madurai - Periyar/Thekkady (150 Kms / 4 Hrs)

Day 9: At Periyar/Thekkady

Day 10: Periyar/Thekkady - Kumarakom (110 Kms / 3 Hrs)

Day 11: Kumarakom - Alleppey (32 Kms / 1 Hrs)

Day 12: Alleppey - Kochi (55 Kms / 2 Hrs)

Day 13: Departure From Kochi

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