15 days tour

Temples & Backwater Tour Of South India

$ 2,362 .34 USD

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Temples & Backwater Tour Of South India

This tour includes:

Guide

English speaking guide service included on sightseeing days as per program in all cities. (Other language guide can be organined on request)

Others

Bottled drinking water in car. 1 Time monuments entrances mentioned in itinerary. Permit charges to visit Eravikulam National Park Tea Estate visit and tea testing tour in Munnar Houseboat stay in Alleppey include all meals (Lunch, dinner and breakfast) Boat safari on Periyar River in Thekkady Applicable GST

Transport

Transport by private air conditioned deluxe car for airport transfer, sightseeing and excursion as per program.

Accommodation

Chennai x 1 night 3* - Raj Park/ MGM East Woods 4* - The Raintree/ Accord Metropolitan 5* - ITC Grand Chola/ The Leela Palace Mahabalipuram x 1 night 3* - INDeco Hotels/ Mamalla Beach Resort 4* - Ideal Beach Resort/ Confluence The Banquet & Resort 5* - Radisson BLU Resort Temple Bay/ Fisherman's Cove Pondicherry x 1 night 3* - Shenbaga Hotel/ Annamalai International 4* - Le Pondy/ The Windflower Resort & Spa 5* - Palais De Mahe/ La Villa Thanjore x 1 night 3* - Grand Gardenia/ Oriental Towers 4* - Le Pondy/ The Windflower Resort & Spa 5* - Svatma Trichy x 1 night 3* - Red Fox Hotel/ Grand Gardenia 4* & 5* - Sangam Hotels/ Ideal River View Resort Madurai x 1 night 3* - Astoria by Sparsa/ Maduraiโ€™s Residency 4* - GRT Regency/ Fortune Pandiyan Hotel 5* - Heritage Madurai/ The Gateway Hotel Pasumalai Munnar x 2 nights 3* - Fort Munnar/ Abad Copper Castle 4* - Nature Zone Jungle Resort/ Fragrant Nature Munnar 5* - Chandys Windy Woods/ Tea County Pariyar (Thekkady) x 2 nights 3* - Abad Green Forest/ Hotel Treetop 4* - The Elephant Court/ Cardamom County 5* - Spice village/ Cardamom County Day cruise in Alleppey x 1 night 3* - Deluxe Houseboat (ATDC Houseboat/ Dream Boats) 4* - Premium Houseboat (Abad Premium Houseboats/ Rainbow Premium Houseboats) 5* - Luxury Houseboat (Xandari Riverscapes/ Lakes & Lagoons) Cochin x 1 night 3* - The Dune Hotel/ Abad Plaza 4* - Casino Hotel/ The Avenue Regent 5* - Xandari Harbour/ Le Meridien Kovalam x 2 nights 3* - Harmonia Beach Resort/ Sagara Beach Resort 4* - Estuary Island Resort/Uday Samudra Leisure Beach Hotel 5* - Vivanta by Taj - Green Cove/ The Leela Kovalam Beach

Not included:

Meals

Breakfast included at hotel.

Others

Gratuities (optional) Camera charges at any monument to be paid by guest directly Any air fare international/ domestic Any insurance Lunch or Dinner unless supplement for same is opted. Expenses of personal nature like liquor, laundry, tips, telephone, fax, internet etc. Or anything not mentioned above.

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Itinerary of your trip Temples & Backwater Tour Of South India

  • Day 1 Day 1: Arrive Chennai
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 1: Arrive Chennai

      Upon arrival in Chennai, you will be greeted by our representative and transferred to your hotel. After breakfast and some rest, embark on a half-day city tour of Chennai to see some of its major landmarks such as the Fort St. George, Kapaleeshwar Temple, Government Museum, and Marina Beach. Return to the hotel for an overnight stay.

  • Day 2 Day 2: Chennai - Kanchipuram - Mahabalipuram (120Kms)
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 2: Chennai - Kanchipuram - Mahabalipuram (120Kms)

      After breakfast, check out of your hotel and proceed to Mahabalipuram, en route visiting Kanchipuram, known as the "City of Thousand Temples". Visit the Kailasanatha Temple, Ekambareswarar Temple, and Varadaraja Perumal Temple, among others. Continue to Mahabalipuram, a UNESCO World Heritage Site famous for its rock-cut temples and intricate carvings. Visit the Shore Temple, Arjuna's Penance, and the Pancha Rathas. Overnight stay in Mahabalipuram.

  • Day 3 Day 3: Mahabalipuram - Pondicherry (120Kms)Approx.
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 3: Mahabalipuram - Pondicherry (120Kms)Approx.

      After breakfast, drive to Pondicherry, a former French colony known for its charming colonial architecture and spiritual heritage. Check in at the hotel and later, explore the French Quarter, Sri Aurobindo Ashram, and the promenade overlooking the Bay of Bengal. Overnight stay in Pondicherry.

  • Day 4 Day 4: Pondicherry - Chidambaram - Gangaikonda Cholapuram - Darasuram - Thanjavur (180Kms)Approx.
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 4: Pondicherry - Chidambaram - Gangaikonda Cholapuram - Darasuram - Thanjavur (180Kms)Approx.

      After breakfast, check out of your hotel and proceed towards Thanjavur, stopping en route to visit Chidambaram, known for its famous Nataraja Temple. Next, visit Gangaikonda Cholapuram, a UNESCO World Heritage Site famous for its temple dedicated to Lord Shiva. Also, visit Darasuram to see the Airavatesvara Temple, another UNESCO World Heritage Site. Continue to Thanjavur, famous for its Brihadeeswarar Temple, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and other attractions such as the Thanjavur Palace and Art Gallery. Overnight stay in Thanjavur.

  • Day 5 Day 5: Thanjavur - Trichy (60Kms)Approx.
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 5: Thanjavur - Trichy (60Kms)Approx.

      After breakfast, drive to Trichy, famous for its Sri Ranganathaswamy Temple and Rock Fort Temple. Visit these two important landmarks and other places of interest such as the Jambukeshwara Temple and Srirangam Island before returning to the hotel for an overnight stay.

  • Day 6 Day 6: Trichy - Madurai (135Kms)
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 6: Trichy - Madurai (135Kms)

      After breakfast, drive to Madurai, known as the "City of Temples". Check in at the hotel and later, visit the famous Meenakshi Temple, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Also, visit the Thirumalai Nayak Palace and other places of interest before returning to the hotel for an overnight stay.

  • Day 7 Day 7: Madurai - Munnar (160Kms)
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 7: Madurai - Munnar (160Kms)

      After breakfast, check out of your hotel and proceed towards Munnar, a picturesque hill station in Kerala famous for its tea gardens, lush greenery, and scenic beauty. Check in at the hotel and enjoy the rest of the day at leisure. Overnight stay in Munnar.

  • Day 8 Day 8: Munnar
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 8: Munnar

      After breakfast, embark on a full-day sightseeing tour of Munnar to see some of its major attractions such as the Eravikulam National Park, Mattupetty Dam, Tea Museum, and Top Station. Return to the hotel for an overnight stay.

  • Day 9 Day 9: Munnar - Thekkady (110Kms)
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 9: Munnar - Thekkady (110Kms)

      After breakfast at the hotel, you will check-out and drive to Thekkady, a beautiful town known for its spice plantations and wildlife. Upon arrival, you will check-in at your hotel and spend the rest of the day at your leisure.

  • Day 10 Day 10: Thekkady
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 10: Thekkady

      After breakfast, you will proceed for a guided tour of the Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary, which is home to a variety of animals including elephants, tigers, wild boars, and more. You will also have the option to go for a boat ride on the Periyar Lake. In the evening, you can visit a spice plantation and learn about the various spices grown in the region.

  • Day 11 Day 11: Thekaddy - Alleppey (135Kms)
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 11: Thekaddy - Alleppey (135Kms)

      After breakfast, you will check out of your hotel and drive to Alleppey, the Venice of the East. Upon arrival, you will check-in at your houseboat and embark on a scenic cruise through the backwaters of Kerala. You will spend the night on the houseboat, enjoying the serene surroundings and delicious local cuisine.

  • Day 12 Day 12: Alleppey - Cochin (60Kms)
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 12: Alleppey - Cochin (60Kms)

      After breakfast on the houseboat, you will disembark and drive to Cochin, also known as Kochi. Upon arrival, you will check-in at your hotel and have the rest of the day at your leisure to explore the city's historic landmarks, such as the Chinese fishing nets, Jewish Synagogue, Dutch Palace, and St. Francis Church.

  • Day 13 Day 13: Cochin - Kovalam (200Kms)
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 13: Cochin - Kovalam (200Kms)

      After breakfast at the hotel, you will check-out and drive to Kovalam, a coastal town known for its beautiful beaches and serene surroundings. Upon arrival, you will check-in at your hotel and have the rest of the day at your leisure to relax on the beach or explore the local markets.

  • Day 14 Day 14: Kovalam
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 14: Kovalam

      After breakfast, you will have the full day at your leisure to enjoy the beautiful beaches of Kovalam, go for a swim, indulge in water sports, or explore the town's markets and local cuisine.

  • Day 15 Day 15: Kovalam - Departure
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 15: Kovalam - Departure

      After breakfast at the hotel, you will check-out and proceed to the airport in Trivandrum for your departure flight, taking with you unforgettable memories of the beautiful state of Tamil Nadu and Kerala.

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Experience Style

Experience Style

Mixed

There will be challenging activities such as hiking, biking, canyoning and trekking, but youโ€™re also going to have other means of transportation and relaxed moments to just chill.

Accomodation level

Accomodation level

Medium

This accommodation includes essential services like a hot shower, electricity, and a nice and comfy bed.

Experience Type

Experience Type

Personal

Youโ€™ll be just with your guide or pilot. Examples of these activities are paragliding, sky diving, personal mountain climbing, etc.

Physical Rating

Physical Rating

Basic

Almost everyone is fit for these activities. Every hike or physical exercise last less than 30 minutes, such as paragliding and horseback riding. Please ask about specific conditions.

Age range

Age range

Min: 1 / Max: 99

Experience allowed to all ages.

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