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Tour Itinerary:
Day 1: Arrive Chennai
Arrive Chennai and transfer to the hotel. Afternoon visit Marina Beach and City our. Overnight at the hotel.
Day 2: Chennai - Mahabalipuram (60 Km) - via Kanchipuram ( 26Km)
Morning after breakfast at the hotel procee to Mahabalipuram via visiting Kanchipuram - Mahabalipuram - a 7th Century port city of the South Inidan dynasty of the Pallavas around 60 km south from the city of Chennai in Tamil Nadu. It has various historic monuments built largely between the seventh and the 9th century and has been classified as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Visit enroute Kanchipura - 26KM from Mahabalipura ,Called - Religious Capital Of South India, visit Famous Temples In Kanchipuram - Kamakshi Amman Temple, Varadaraja Temple, Kailashanathar Temple, Ekambareshwar Temple, Kumara Kottam, Ulahalanda Perumal Temple, Its also world famous for its Golden woven Silk .
Overnight at hotel at Mahabalipuram.
Day 3: Mahabalipuram - Pondicherry ( 162 Km)
Morning after breakfast at the hotel drive to Pondicherry - Seaside resort Pondicherry has a special ambience, not felt anywhere else in India. It is a blend of spiritual aura, French colonial heritage, Tamil culture and the cosmopolitan flair of many nationalities in a small but varied town.
Afternoon visit Pondicherry. Overnight at Hotel.
Day 4: Pondicherry - Swami Sawami Malai (166 Km)
Morning after breakfast at the hotel drive to Swami Malai ethnic Village Resort visiting en-route Chidambram and Gangaikonda Cholapuram. Arrive and Check into the hotel. Afternoon tour of Sawami Malai. Overnight at the hotel.
Day 5: Swami Malai - Tanjore - Trichy ( 91 Km)
Morning after breakfast at the hotel drive to Trichy visiting en-route Tanjore Temple. Arrive Trichy, check-in at the hotel. Afternoon visit Srirangam and Rock Fort. Overnight at the hotel.
Day 6: Trichy - Madurai (142 Km)
Morning after breakfast at the hotel drive to Madurai and check-in at the hotel. Afternoon sightseeing tour of One of South India's great temple towns, Madurai is synonymous with the celebrated Meenakshi Temple. Situated on the banks of river Vaiga Madurai. Overnight at the hotel.
Day 7: At Madurai
Full day free at Madurai for independent exploration and bit relax. Overnight at the hotel.
Day 8: Madurai - Kanya Kumari - Kovalam (285 Km)
Morning after breakfast at the hotel drive to Kanya Kumari, The southern most tip of India, Kanyakumari is the point where the three mighty water bodies, the Arabian Sea, the Bay of Bengal and the Indian Ocean converge. The famous Vivekananda Rock memorial amidst the turbulent sea is a major attraction. Kanyakumari is famous for its spectacular sunrise and sunset views. Arrive Kovalam and check into the beach resort.
Rest of the afternoon free to relax. Overnight at the Beach Resort.
Day 9: Kovalam
Morning after breakfast at the hotel proceed to visit neighboring city of Trivandrum. Rest of the day free to relax by the beach. Kovalam one of the most beautiful and famous beaches in South India, is the best place for relaxation. It has three different beaches of which the Lighthouse beach is the most famous beach. Ayurvedic treatment especially during monsoon is another attraction of Kovalam. Overnight at the beach Resort.
Day 10: Kovalam - Periyar (276Km)
Morning after breakfast at the hotel drive to Periyar. Afternoon proceed for to visit spice planatation. Overnight at the jungle lodge.
Day 11: Periyar- Kumarakom ( Back Water) (115Km)
Morning game viewing by boat at Periyar National Park. Late morning drive to reach Kottayam - 115 km where you will board waiting houseboat and sail through the backwaters to reach Kumarakom. Meals and overnight on board the houseboat.
Day 12 : At Kumarakom
Disembark from Houseboat and check into the resort. Rest of the day free to explore adjoining bird sanctuary and you may like to go for available water sports. Overnight at the resort.
Day 13: Kumarakom - Cochin
Morning after breakfast at the hotel drive to Cochin and check into the hotel. Afternoon tour of Cochin. Cochin has one of the finest natural harbors in the world Cochin Morning sightseeing tour including St.Francis Church Built in 1503 by the Portuguese Franciscan Friars, it is India's oldest European Church. Jewish Synagogue (Open 1000 - 1200 hrs and 1500 - 1700 hrs- closed on Saturdays and Jewish holidays) Constructed in 1568, this is the oldest synagogue in the commonwealth. The Dutch rebuilt it in 1664.
Evening proceed witness Kathakali Dance Show at local Theatre. Overnight at the hotel.
Day 14: Cochin - Ooty (280Km)
Morning after breakfast at the hotel drive to reach Ooty. Arrive and check into the hotel. Afternoon tour of Ooty. Udhagamandalam (Ooty), the capital of Nilgiri district, is popularly known as the "Queen of hill stations' among the tourist circuits. Visit Botanical Garden, Ooty Lake, Dodabetta Peak, Kodanadu View Point etc. Travellers can enjoy a number of outdoor activities like horse riding, trekking, hiking, and boating in Ooty.
Day 15: Ooty - Conoor - Ooty
Morning transfer to Ooty Railway Station to board Toy train for Conoor at 9.15 AM. Meeting on arrival at Conoor at 12.15 PM. Comment tour to visit Coonoor - provides the traveler with the panoramic view of the lush green Nilgiri hills, with its ravines, valleys, and waterfalls. Bird watching is a popular pastime in Coonoor,
There are number of trekking and hiking trails around Coonoor. Travelers can enjoy the exhilarating and unique ride on the toy train that connects Coonoor with Mettupalayam and Ooty. The trip provides some breathtaking views of the Nilgiri hills in all its natural glory.
Return to Ooty by car for overnight stay.
Day 16: Ooty - Mysore (155Km)
Morning after breakfast at the hotel drive to Mysore and check-in at the hotel. Afternoon city sightseeing tour Mysore is famous for Sandalwood and Silk. Countless lights decorate the city palace, which is compared with the Bunkingham palace in England
Day 17: At Mysore
Morning after breakfast at the hotel proceed for an excursion to visit Somnathpur Temple Afternoon visit Srirangapatnam. Overnight at the hotel.
Day 18: Mysore - Hassan (150Km)
Morning after breakfast at the hotel drive to Hassan and check-in at the hotel Afternoon visit Belur and Halebid Temples.
Day 19: Hassan - Bangalore - Sravanbelgola (186Km)
Morning after breakfast at the hotel drive to Bangalore visiting en-route Sravanbelgola On arrival, check-in at the hotel. Afternoon sightseeing tour of Bangalore - a cosmopolitan city, which leads India in technological and cultural development. Today it is the fastest growing city in Asia with a burgeoning population of nearly four million. It is a city for all seasons. Visit Cubbon Park, The Bull Temple,Indian Institute of Science,Vidhan Soudha,Lal Bagh etc
Day 20: Depart Bangalore
Transfer to the airport in time to board flight for onward destination
End of your memorable trip!.
Extension tours to other parts of the country are available.
