20 days tour

South India: Stone Marvels Expedition

$ 3,627 .16 USD

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South India: Stone Marvels Expedition

This tour includes:

Accommodation

Hotels used or similar for 19 nights accommodation Hyderabad x 2 nights 3* - Aditya Park/ Lemon Tree Hotel 4* - Lemon Tree Hotel/ Fortune Park Vallabha 5* - ITC Kakatiya, a Luxury Collection/ Trident Hotel Gulbarga x 1 night 3* - Atharva Hotel/ Hotel Heritage Inn 3* / 5* - Citrus Hotel Bijapur x 1 night 3*/4*/5* - - The Fern Residency/ Sun Hotel Badami x 2 nights 3* - Rajsangam Hotel/ The Heritage Resort 4* / 5* - Badami Court/ Krishna Heritage Hampi x 2 nights 3* - Krishna Palace/ Kishkinda Heritage Resort 4* - Heritage Resort / Royal Orchid Central Keerti 5* - Hyatt Place/ Hampi Boulders 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/ Fishermanโ€™s Cove Pondicherry x 1 night 3* - Shenbaga Hotel/ Annamalai International 4* - Le Pondy/ The Windflower Resort & Spa 5* - Palais De Mahe/ La Villa Thajore x 1 night 3* - Grand Gardenia/ Oriental Towers 4* - Sangam Hotels/ Ideal River View Resort 5* - Svatma Chettinad x 1 night 3* & 4*- Chidambara Vilas/ Chettinadu Mansion 5* - Visalam Cgh Earth Madurai x 1 night 3* - Astoria by Sparsa/ Maduraiโ€™s Residency 4* - GRT Regency/ Fortune Pandiyan Hotel 5* - Heritage Madurai/ The Gateway Hotel Pasumalai Rameshwaram x 1 night 3* & 4*- Daiwik Hotel 5* - Hyatt Place Rameswaram Kanyakumari x 1 night 3* - Sea Shore/ Hotel Seaface 4* & 5* - Anantya Resorts/ Annai Resorts and Spa Kovalam x 3 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

Guide

All sightseeing with local English speaking tour guide in each cities as per program. (Other language guide can be organined on request at additional cost)

Others

Assistance at airport Monuments entrances and activities charges mentioned in the itinerary. Bottled water in car Applicable GST (government taxes).

Transport

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

Not included:

Flights

Hubli - Chennai flight fare supplement approx INR 5500 per person. Since the flight fare are subject to change we can book the flight on best available fare.

Others

Any air fare Camera charges at monuments Main meal (lunch & dinner) other than mentioned in the inclusions. Expenses of personal nature like liquor, laundry, tips, telephone, fax, internet etc. Or anything not mentioned above.

Meals

Only daily breakfast included at all hotels.

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Itinerary of your trip South India: Stone Marvels Expedition

  • Day 1 Day 1: Arrival In Hyderabad
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 1: Arrival In Hyderabad

      Upon arrival at Hyderabad airport, meet our office executive for assistance and transfer to the hotel. Check-in at the hotel (subject to availability for early check-in). The remainder of the day is at leisure. Overnight at the hotel.


  • Day 2 Day 2: Hyderabad Exploration
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 2: Hyderabad Exploration

      After breakfast, embark on a comprehensive tour of Hyderabad. Visit Golconda Fort, Qutubshahi Tombs, Charminar, Mecca Mosque, Chowmohalla Palace, Purani Haveli, Salarjung Museum, Birla Mandir, and Hussain Sagar Lake. Enjoy an evening at leisure. Overnight at the hotel.


  • Day 3 Day 3: Hyderabad โ€“ Bidar - Gulbarga (260Kms/ 5Hrs Approx)
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 3: Hyderabad โ€“ Bidar - Gulbarga (260Kms/ 5Hrs Approx)

      Drive to Gulbarga via Bidar after breakfast. Explore Bidar Fort, Mahmud Gawan Madarsa, Bahmani Tombs, and Narasimha Jhira. Continue to Gulbarga, check in at the hotel, and overnight stay.


  • Day 4 Day 4: Gulbarga - Bijapur (170Kms/ 3Hrs Approx)
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 4: Gulbarga - Bijapur (170Kms/ 3Hrs Approx)

      After breakfast, visit Gulbarga Fort, Jama Masjid, and Dargah Hazrath Khaja Bandanawaz. Later, drive to Bijapur, check in at the hotel, and overnight stay.


  • Day 5 Day 5: Bijapur - Badami (120Kms/ 3Hrs Approx)
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 5: Bijapur - Badami (120Kms/ 3Hrs Approx)

      Explore Bijapurโ€™s highlights, including Pattadakal and Aihole, after breakfast. In the late afternoon, drive to Badami, check in at the hotel, and overnight stay.


  • Day 6 Day 6: Badami Exploration
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 6: Badami Exploration

      Enjoy a city tour of Badami after breakfast, covering Pattadakal and Aihole. The rest of the day is free for relaxation. Overnight at the hotel.


  • Day 7 Day 7: Badami - Gadag - Lakkundi - Hampi (180Kms/ 4Hrs Approx.)
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 7: Badami - Gadag - Lakkundi - Hampi (180Kms/ 4Hrs Approx.)

      Drive to Hampi via Gadag and Lakkundi after breakfast. Explore the Trikuteshwara temple in Gadag and ruined temples in Lakkundi. Continue to Hampi, check in at the hotel, and rest. Overnight stay.


  • Day 8 Day 8: Hampi Sightseeing
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 8: Hampi Sightseeing

      Explore the historical sites of Hampi after breakfast. Visit Virupaksha Temple, Vittala Temple, Hampi Bazaar, and the Royal Enclosure. The day is free for personal activities and relaxation. Overnight at the hotel.


  • Day 9 Day 9: Hampi โ€“ Hubli (170Kms/ 4Hrs Approx) / Chennai (Flight)
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 9: Hampi โ€“ Hubli (170Kms/ 4Hrs Approx) / Chennai (Flight)

      Transfer to Hubli airport for a flight to Chennai after breakfast. Check in at the hotel and explore Fort St. George & Museum, Kapaleeshwarar Temple, Semmozhi Poonga, Dakshina Chitra, and Marina beach. Overnight at the hotel.


  • Day 10 Day 10: Chennai - Kanchipuram - Mahabalipuram (120Kms/ 3Hrs Approx)
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 10: Chennai - Kanchipuram - Mahabalipuram (120Kms/ 3Hrs Approx)

      Drive to Mahabalipuram via Kanchipuram after breakfast. Check in at the hotel upon arrival. Visit the Shore Temple, Arjunaโ€™s Penance, and the Five Rathas. Overnight stay.


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

      Day 11: Mahabalipuram - Pondicherry (120Kms/ 3Hrs Approx.)

      Drive to Pondicherry after breakfast. Check in at the hotel and visit Auroville, Pondicherry Museum, and take a walk in the French Colony. Evening relaxation on the beach. Overnight at the hotel.


  • Day 12 Day 12: Pondicherry - Chidambaram - Gangaikonda Cholapuram - Darasuram - Thanjore
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 12: Pondicherry - Chidambaram - Gangaikonda Cholapuram - Darasuram - Thanjore

      Drive to Thanjore after breakfast. En route, visit Chidambaram Nataraja Temple, Gangaikonda Cholapuram Temple, and Darasuram Temple. Check in at the hotel in Thanjore. Overnight stay.


  • Day 13 Day 13: Thanjore - Trichy - Chettinad (140Kms/ 3Hrs Approx.)
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 13: Thanjore - Trichy - Chettinad (140Kms/ 3Hrs Approx.)

      Visit Brihadeshwara Temple & Fort, Thanjavur Palace & Museum, Saraswathi Mahal Library, Sri Ranganathaswamy Temple, Rock Fort Temple, and Tiruvanaikkaval after breakfast. Later, drive to Chettinad, check in at the hotel, and overnight stay.


  • Day 14 Day 14: Chettinad - Madurai (90Kms/ 2Hrs Approx.)
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 14: Chettinad - Madurai (90Kms/ 2Hrs Approx.)

      Explore the Chettinad region in the morning. In the afternoon, drive to Madurai, check in at the hotel, and overnight stay.


  • Day 15 Day 15: Madurai - Rameshwaram (170Kms/ 3Hrs Approx.)
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 15: Madurai - Rameshwaram (170Kms/ 3Hrs Approx.)

      Drive to Rameshwaram after breakfast. Check in at the hotel and visit Ramanathaswamy Temple and Adamโ€™s Bridge. Overnight at the hotel.


  • Day 16 Day 16: Rameshwaram - Kanyakumari (320Kms/ 7Hrs Approx.)
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 16: Rameshwaram - Kanyakumari (320Kms/ 7Hrs Approx.)

      Drive to Kanyakumari after breakfast. Check in at the hotel, relax on the beach, and witness the sunset. Overnight at the hotel.


  • Day 17 Day 17: Kanyakumari - Kovalam (80Kms/ 2Hrs Approx)
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 17: Kanyakumari - Kovalam (80Kms/ 2Hrs Approx)

      Visit Kanyakumari Temple, Gandhi Mandapam, Vivekananda Memorial, and Padmanabhapuram Palace after breakfast. Later, drive to Kovalam, check in at the hotel, and overnight stay.


  • Day 18 Day 18: Kovalam Leisure Days
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 18: Kovalam Leisure Days

      Free days for personal activities and relaxation on the beach. Overnight at the beach hotel.


  • Day 19 Day 19: Kovalam Leisure Days
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 19: Kovalam Leisure Days

      Free days for personal activities and relaxation on the beach. Overnight at the beach hotel.


  • Day 20 Day 20: Kovalam - Departure (Flight)
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 20: Kovalam - Departure (Flight)

      After breakfast, transfer to Trivandrum airport for your onward flight.


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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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