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South India Heritage and Nature Tour: Chennai to Cochin

15 Nights / 16 Days

Chennai(2N) → Pondicherry(2N) → Tanjore(2N) → Chettinad(1N) → Madurai(2N) → Thekkady(3N) → Alleppey(1N) → Kochi(2N)

$ 2,395 per person

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Twin-sharing rooms

Breakfast, Dinner

Sightseeing and Transfers

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$ 2,395 per person

Final package offers will be shared by our partner agents

What's included in the price

Twin-sharing rooms
Breakfast, Dinner
Sightseeing and Transfers

Trip Highlights

Discover Chennai’s colonial history and Marina Beach.

Explore Mahabalipuram’s cave temples and Shore Temple.

Visit the temple city of Kanchipuram.

Experience the French charm of Pondicherry and the unique Auroville.

Visit Rock Fort Temple and Sri Ranganathaswamy Temple in Trichy.

Enjoy wildlife and spice plantations in Periyar.

Cruise the serene Kerala backwaters on a houseboat.

Discover the historical port city of Cochin.

Short Itinerary

Day Agenda Overnight
Day 1 Arrival in Chennai Chennai
Day 2 Chennai Sightseeing Chennai
Day 3 Chennai to Pondicherry via Mahabalipuram and Kanchipuram Pondicherry
Day 4 Pondicherry Exploration Pondicherry
Day 5 Pondicherry to Tanjore Tanjore
Day 6 Tanjore Sightseeing Tanjore
Day 7 Tanjore to Chettinad via Trichy Chettinad
Day 8 Chettinad to Madurai Madurai
Day 9 Madurai Sightseeing Madurai
Day 10 Madurai to Periyar Periyar
Day 11 Periyar Wildlife and Spice Plantation Periyar
Day 12 Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary and Spice Plantation Tour Thekkady
Day 13 Thekkady to Alleppey Alleppey
Day 14 Alleppey to Cochin Cochin
Day 15 Cochin Sightseeing Cochin
Day 16 Departure from Cochin End of Tour

Trip Overview

Embark on a 16-day journey through South India, starting in Chennai and ending in Cochin. Explore colonial history, temple architecture, and French charm in Chennai, Mahabalipuram, Pondicherry, Tanjor (Read More)e, and Chettinad. Experience the spiritual essence of Madurai, the wildlife and spice plantations of Periyar, and the serene beauty of Kerala’s backwaters on a houseboat. Conclude your trip with the cultural sights of Cochin.

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Day 1: Arrival in Chennai
  • Upon arrival in Chennai, transfer to your hotel.
  • Relax and acclimate to your surroundings.
  • Overnight stay in Chennai.
  • Explore Chennai’s rich colonial history with a half-day city tour.
  • Visit Fort St. George, St. Mary’s Church, and the Government Museum.
  • Stroll along Marina Beach.
  • Overnight stay in Chennai.
  • Drive to Pondicherry, stopping at Mahabalipuram to see its famous cave temples and Shore Temple.
  • Continue to Kanchipuram, the city of a thousand temples.
  • Arrive in Pondicherry and check into your hotel.
  • Overnight stay in Pondicherry.
  • Visit the Pondicherry Museum and the Sri Aurobindo Ashram.
  • Explore Auroville, a unique township dedicated to peace and sustainable living.
  • Walk along the French Quarter and the Promenade.
  • Overnight stay in Pondicherry.
  • Depart for Tanjore, also known as Thanjavur.
  • On arrival, check into your hotel.
  • Spend the evening exploring the local area.
  • Overnight stay in Tanjore.
  • Visit the magnificent Brihadeeswara Temple, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
  • Explore the Tanjore Palace and Art Gallery.
  • Overnight stay in Tanjore.
  • Drive to Trichy (Tiruchirapalli) to visit the Rock Fort Temple and Sri Ranganathaswamy Temple.
  • Continue to Chettinad, known for its palatial homes and unique cuisine.
  • Check into your hotel and explore the local area.
  • Overnight stay in Chettinad.
  • Depart for Madurai.
  • Check into your hotel and explore the city at your leisure.
  • Overnight stay in Madurai.
  • Take a half-day city tour including the renowned Sri Meenakshi Temple.
  • Explore Thirumalai Nayakkar Palace and Gandhi Museum.
  • Overnight stay in Madurai.
  • Depart Madurai and drive to Periyar, located in the Western Ghats.
  • Check into your hotel and relax.
  • Overnight stay in Thekkady.
  • Upon arrival at Cochin or Madurai Airport/Railway Station, our representative will greet you and assist with the transfer to Thekkady.
  • Arrive in Thekkady and check into your hotel.
  • Relax and unwind. Optional: explore the local market or take a nature walk.
  • Enjoy a delightful dinner at the hotel.
  • Stay at a comfortable hotel in Thekkady.
  • Start your day with a hearty breakfast at the hotel.
  • Head to Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary. Enjoy a boat ride on Periyar Lake, where you can spot elephants, deer, and various bird species.
  • Return to the hotel for lunch (on your own).
  • Visit a nearby spice plantation to learn about the different spices grown in the region.
  • Return to the hotel for dinner.
  • Stay at a comfortable hotel in Periyar.
  • Depart Thekkady and drive to Alleppey.
  • Board your houseboat for an overnight cruise through the Kerala backwaters.
  • Enjoy authentic Kerala cuisine on the houseboat.
  • Overnight stay on the houseboat.
  • Disembark from the houseboat and drive to Cochin.
  • Enjoy a sunset harbour cruise in Cochin.
  • Overnight stay in Cochin.
  • Explore Cochin with a half-day city tour, visiting the Jewish Synagogue, Dutch Palace, St. Francis Church, and Chinese Fishing Nets.
  • In the evening, experience a traditional Kathakali dance show.
  • Overnight stay in Cochin.
  • Transfer to the airport for your onward journey.

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Meals & other inclusions

    • Accommodation in well-reviewed hotels and houseboats.
    • Daily breakfast and dinner.
    • Private cab for all transfers and sightseeing.
    • Guided tours and entrance fees.
    • Welcome drink on arrival.
    • Kathakali dance show in Cochin.
    • Spice plantation visit and boat ride in Periyar.

Exclusions

    • Lunch and additional snacks or beverages.
    • Personal expenses such as laundry, telephone calls, and tips.
    • Optional activities and excursions not mentioned in the itinerary.
    • Travel insurance.

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