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South India Heritage and Nature Tour: Chennai to Cochin

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

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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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  • 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.
  • 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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