Temple, Backwater & Palaces of South India

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15 days (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English

Embark on an enchanting journey through the "Temples, Backwaters & Palaces of South India." Commence your exploration in Chennai, where colonial charm and iconic landmarks await. Journey to the ancient city of Kanchipuram, famous for its temples, before reaching the coastal haven of Mahabalipuram. Traverse to Pondicherry, blending French influences with Indian spirituality. Discover the unique blend of history and spirituality in Darasuram, Chidambaram, and Thanjore, featuring French colonies and ancient temples. Explore the architectural wonders of Trichy, Madurai, and the tranquil Periyar. Glide through the Alleppey backwaters on a houseboat, uncover the historic charm of Cochin, and ascend to the picturesque hill station of Ooty. Continue to Mysore, with its palaces and temples, before concluding your odyssey in Bengaluru. This journey offers a seamless blend of cultural richness, historical marvels, and the serene beauty of South India.

What's Included

Private AC car/van for airport transfers, sightseeing, and excursions as per the program.
Boat Safari in Periyar National Park
Lunch
Government taxes.
Bottled drinking water in the car.
Dinner
14 Nights' accommodation (if option selected) in selected price category hotels.
Breakfast (Optional[14])
Breakfast
Monument entrances and activity charges mentioned in the itinerary.
English speaking tour guide on sightseeing days (local guide in each city), as per the program
Assistance on arrival at the airport.
Any flight ticket.
Camera charges at monuments if any.
Expenses of personal nature like liquor, laundry, tips, telephone, fax, internet, etc.
Gratuities and optional activities.

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).

Itinerary

Duration: 15 days (approximately)
    Day 1

    Arrive Chennai

    2 stops
  • 1

    Arrival Chennai airport assistance and transfer to hotel.

    Admission ticket free
  • 2
    Marina Beach

    Later sightseeing of colonial Chennai which includes Churches, Fort, Museum and government buildings. Also visit Marina beach.

    4 hours • Admission ticket included
    • Day 2

    Chennai - Kanchipuram - Mahabalipuram (120kms/ 3hrs approx)

    1 stop
  • 3

    Breakfast at hotel drive to Mahabalipuram via visiting Kanchipuram Temples. Arrive Mahabalipuram check in at hotel. Rest time free and easy to relax on the beach.

    2 hours • Admission ticket free
    • Day 3

    Mahabalipuram - Pondicherry (100kms/ 2hrs approx)

    1 stop
  • 4

    Breakfast at hotel visit temple and monuments at Mahabalipuram. Afternoon drive to Pondicherry check in at hotel.

    4 hours • Admission ticket free
    • Day 4

    Pondicherry - Darasuram - Chidambaram - Thanjore (185kms/ 4hrs approx)

    2 stops
  • 5

    Breakfast at hotel sightseeing of French colony, churches, Temple and Aurobindo Ashram.

    4 hours • Admission ticket free
  • 6

    Drive to Thanjore via visiting Darasuram & Chidambaram Temple. On arrival check in & overnight at hotel.

    2 hours • Admission ticket free
    • Day 5

    Thanjore - Trichy (60kms/ 1.5hrs approx)

    2 stops
  • 7

    Breakfast at hotel visit Brihadeshwara Temple & Thanjore Fort.

    4 hours • Admission ticket free
  • 8

    Drive to Trichy check in at hotel. Later visit Rock Fort Temple & Srirangam Temple.

    2 hours • Admission ticket included
    • Day 6

    Trichy - Madurai (140kms/ 3hrs approx)

    2 stops
  • 9

    Breakfast at hotel drive to Madurai heck in at hotel.

    Admission ticket free
  • 10
    Madurai Meenakshi Amman Temple

    Later sightseeing of Meenakshi Temple, Tirumalai Nayak Mahal & Vaniyur Mariamman Teppakulam Temple.

    4 hours • Admission ticket included
    • Day 7

    Madurai - Periyar (Thekkady)

    1 stop
  • 11
    Thekkady

    Breakfast at hotel drive to Periyar check in at hotel. Late afternoon spice plantation tour and village visit.

    4 hours • Admission ticket free
    • Day 8

    Periyar (Thekkady)

    1 stop
  • 12

    Breakfast at hotel explore the park by boat. The special animals in this region include wild elephants, nilgiri langur monkeys, sambar deer, wild bison, and colorful birds.

    4 hours • Admission ticket included
    • Day 9

    Thekaddy – Alleppey (135kms/ 3hrs approx)

    1 stop
  • 13
    Alleppey Backwaters

    Breakfast at hotel drive to Alleppey. Board a houseboat from here and glide over the enchanting backwaters of Kerala. Houseboat stay includes lunch & dinner on board.

    2 hours • Admission ticket included
    • Day 10

    Alleppey – Cochin (60kms/ 1.5hrs approx)

    1 stop
  • 14
    Mattancherry Palace

    After breakfast disembark houseboat and drive to Cochin check in at hotel. Later city tour of Cochin one of few places in India that has managed to preserve the remnants of its colonial past with utmost care. Visit The Chinese fishing nets, St. Francis Church, Santa Cruz Basilica, Jewish Synagogue and the Mattancherry Palace.

    8 hours • Admission ticket included
    • Day 11

    Cochin - Ooty (280kms/ 8hrs approx)

    1 stop
  • 15

    Breakfast at hotel proceed to the hill station of Ooty, the capital of the Nilgiri ‘Blue Mountain’ that once enticed the British to escape the summer heat of plains. Check in at hotel and rest time to relax.

    4 hours • Admission ticket free
    • Day 12

    Ooty - Mysore (140kms/ 3hrs approx)

    2 stops
  • 16

    Breakfast at hotel. Enjoy the town and visit the well-maintained botanical gardens, which have over 1,000 varieties of plants, shrubs and trees. Also take a ride on the famous Nilgiri Mountain Railway that winds its way down through spectacular scenery and breathtaking views to the nearby town of Coonoor.

    2 hours • Admission ticket free
  • 17
    Mysore District

    Afternoon drive to Mysore check in at hotel.

    Admission ticket free
    • Day 13

    Mysore

    1 stop
  • 18

    Breakfast at hotel, city tour of Mysore. First stop the Chamundi Hills, site of the Chamundeswari Temple and Nandi Bull as well as the vast City Palace, which was re-built by Henry Irwin during 1897 in an indo-saracenic style. Excursion to visit the temple complex at Somnathpur and the exquisite Keshava Vishnu temple, one of the finest in India, along with Srirangapatnam where Tipu Sultan was killed in battle against an East India Company army including Arthur Wellesley, the Duke of Wellington.

    8 hours • Admission ticket included
    • Day 14

    Mysore - Bengaluru (150kms/ 3hrs approx)

    1 stop
  • 19

    Breakfast at hotel drive to Bengaluru check in at hotel. Later half day city tour visiting Lal Bagh Garden, Vidhana Soudha and Bangalore Palace & Fort.

    4 hours • Admission ticket included
    • Day 15

    Bengaluru - Departure

    1 stop
  • 20
    Bengaluru

    Breakfast at hotel as per flight schedule transfer to airport to board flight for onward destination.

    Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Cancellation Policy

If you cancel at least 6 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.
If you cancel between 2 and 6 day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a 50% refund.
If you cancel within 2 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.

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