Destination
Immerse yourself in the vibrant arts, architecture, and history of Chennai.
Explore the iconic Marina Beach, Fort St. George, and the Government Museum.
Discover the ancient temples of Kanchipuram, known as the "City of a Thousand Temples."
Explore the UNESCO World Heritage Sites of Mahabalipuram, featuring stunning rock-cut temples and sculptures.
Experience the unique blend of Indian and French cultures in the charming town of Pondicherry.
Stroll through the French Quarter, visit Auroville, and enjoy the tranquil beaches.
Visit Gangaikonda Cholapuram, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and marvel at the grandeur of the Chola architecture.
Explore the cultural richness of Tanjore, home to the Brihadeeswarar Temple, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Visit Trichy to witness the Rock Fort Temple and Sri Ranganatha Swamy Temple.
Experience the spiritual ambiance of Meenakshi Amman Temple in Madurai.
Explore the vibrant streets and markets of this ancient city.
Venture into Periyar National Park for a wildlife safari and boat ride.
Encounter elephants, tigers, and diverse flora in the heart of Kerala's wilderness.
Explore the lush green tea plantations of Munnar.
Enjoy the cool climate, visit Eravikulam National Park, and witness the beauty of the Nilgiri Hills.
Cruise the serene backwaters of Alleppey on a traditional houseboat.
Experience the tranquility of Kerala's unique waterways.
Conclude your Kerala exploration in Cochin, a cultural melting pot.
Explore Fort Kochi, the Jewish Synagogue, and witness a Kathakali performance.
Ascend to the charming hill station of Ooty and its twin town, Coonoor.
Enjoy a ride on the Nilgiri Mountain Railway and explore the scenic landscape.
Visit the opulent Mysore Palace and explore the rich cultural heritage of the city.
Stroll through the vibrant Devaraja Market and experience the grandeur of Mysore.
Explore the historical marvels of Hassan, including the Hoysaleswara Temple and Shravanabelagola.
Witness intricate architecture and ancient sculptures.
Conclude your grand tour in Bangalore, the Garden City of India.
Explore the city's botanical gardens, tech hubs, and lively markets.
As the Southern Marvels and Hill Stations Grand Tour comes to an end, you carry with you the memories of a journey that seamlessly blended ancient traditions, architectural wonders, diverse landscapes, and the warmth of Southern hospitality. From the bustling streets of Chennai to the tranquil backwaters of Alleppey, and from the majestic temples of Tanjore to the misty hills of Ooty, this grand tour is a testament to the cultural richness and natural beauty that defines Southern India. As you bid farewell to this enchanting region, you leave with a profound appreciation for the diverse tapestry of experiences that make Southern India truly extraordinary
Chennai-Kanchipuram-Mahabalipuram-Pondicherry-Gangaikonda Cholapuram – Tanjore-Trichy-Madurai-Thekkady-Munnar-Alleppey-Cochin-Ooty- Coonoor-Mysore- Hassan- Bangalore
Arrival assistance at Chennai International Airport for your South India Trip, then transfer to the hotel. Have a rest in the hotel. Overnight stay in Chennai.
After breakfast, start your Chennai Metropolitan City Trip by visiting some of the important sightseeing places of Chennai like Fort St. George, St. Mary’s Church, St. Thomas Church, Marina Beach and Kapaleeswarar Temple. One more night stay in Chennai.
In the morning, Start your journey to have a Temple Trip in Kanchipuram. Kanchipuram, the capital city of Pallava Dynasty. Visit the important temples like Ekambareswarar Temple dedicated for Lord Shiva, One of the three principal deities of Hinduism. Then have a short drive to Kailasanathar Temple, One of the ancient temples with beautiful sculptures and stone carvings. Have lunch in the city. Have a visit to the Silk Weaving Centre where you can have a demonstration of the weaving process. Drive to Mahabalipuram, a seaport city of Pallava Dynasty. Have a relax in the beach resort. Overnight stay in Mahabalipuram.
After breakfast, have a short drive to enjoy the UNESCO World Heritage Monumental Trip. First, to the Sea Shore Temple dedicated to Lord Shiva and Vishnu, and then to Five Rathas “Five Chariots“, a monolithic structure, representing a unique style built by the pallavas, then finally to Arjuna’s Penance. Have a relax in the beach resort. One more night stay in Mahabalipuram,.
In the morning, drive to Pondicherry (Puducherry) “The French Colony”. Check-in to the hotel. In the late afternoon start your Pondicherry City Trip by visiting Sri Aurobindo Ashram, an Ashram dedicated to Sri Aurobindo & “The Mother”. Have a visit to “The Church of Sacred Heart” and “Notre dame des Anges”, French Colony and markets. Have a rickshaw ride in the commercial streets. Have a rest in the hotel. Overnight stay in Puducherry
After breakfast, drive to have a Heritage Trip on the way to Tanjore. Enroute visit the famous Shiva Temple at Gangaikondacholapuram which was built in the 11th century by the chola dynasty, one of the World Protected UNESCO Site. In the late afternoon, visit the 12th century Chola temple Airavatesvara Temple in a small village named Darasuram and then proceed your drive to Tanjore (Thanjavur). Have a rest in the hotel. Overnight Stay in Thanjavur.
In the morning start your Sculptural Trip in Tanjore (Thanjavur). Visit the famous Thanjavur Art Gallery which houses the collection of sculptures and statues, Saraswati Mahal Library Museum, Brihadeeswara Temple also known as Big Temple which is one of the World Heritage Monument built by the chola dynasty in the 10th century. In the late afternoon, visit the Bronze Making Artisan’s Village to see the Bronze Casting and Tanjore Paintings. One more night Stay in Thanjavur.
In the morning drive to Trichy. Have a stop for a cultural Trip at ‘Amma Mandapam’ – the holy banks of River Cauvery, where you can see the Hindu rituals after the cremation. It’s quite interesting to see the rituals performed by the Hindus with the help of the priest. Then proceed for Srirangam Spiritual Trip to the famous Vishnu temple called Sri Ranganathaswamy Temple in Srirangam, the most important pilgrimage centre for the Hindus. In the evening, climb the Rockfort Ucchi Pillayar Temple, where you can have a good panoramic view of the city. Overnight stay in Trichy.
After breakfast, drive to have a traditional Trip in Chettinad. Chettinad is also known as Kanadukathan. Have a village walk to see the traditional houses of Chettiars. Have a rest in the hotel. Overnight stay in Chettinad.
This day is to joy yourself with the Madurai Heritage Trip. Drive to Madurai. Visit the famous Thirumalai Nayak Palace built in the 16th century with grand pillars is the most attractive one. In the evening, visit the Meenakshi Amman Temple dedicated to Goddess Parvati and a thousand pillared halls with eye-catching sculptures. In the evening, have a visit to the Meenakshi temple again to see the night ceremony inside the temple. Have a relax in the hotel. Overnight stay in Madurai.
Drive to Periyar (Thekkady). In the afternoon after reaching Thekkady “the frontier between Tamil Nadu and Kerala”, Start your Spice Plantation Trip. Have a guided visit to the Spice Plantations to know about the medicinal values of the spices like cardamom, vanilla, cinnamon, cloves, nutmeg, green chilly, pepper etc. In the evening, attend the Martial Arts Show called Kalaripayattu in Malayalam Language. Overnight stay in Thekkady.
In the morning, you can experience the Adventure Trip in Thekkady by having a boat ride in Periyar Forest Lake. Have some activities which are optional like Elephant Safari, Traditional Ayurvedic Massage, Trekking etc. One more night stay in Thekkady.
Start the day with a hearty breakfast at the hotel. Later, pack your bags and check out from the hotel. Today you will be driven to Munnar. The lush scenic hill station of Munnar is one of the most beautiful places in India and not just Kerala. En-route, stop at the water falls and enjoy the natural beauty. The misty roads, the cloudy skies and the amazing views accompany your ride. On arrival into the hill town, check in to a listed hotel. Rest of the day is at your leisure. Overnight stay at the hotel.
Wake up to the bliss of Munnar. Feast on a delicious breakfast and get ready. Proceed for a local sightseeing tour of Munnar. The first stop is the Tea Museum, where you learn about the processing of the favorite brew of India. Later, proceed to the beautiful Mattupetty Dam, Echo Point, and Kundala Lake. Return to the hotel for overnight stay.
This is the day to enjoy the Alleppey House Boat Trip. Drive to Alleppey (Alappuzha) “the land of backwaters”. Enroute you can see the tea plantations that serve as the natural greenish carpets. In the afternoon check in the houseboat and have a delicious lunch and enjoy the cruise in the Vembanad Lake by passing through its canals for about 5 hours. Your boat will be stopped at one place. Have a nice dinner and comfortable stay in the houseboat. Overnight stay in Alappuzha.
In the morning, after the check out from the houseboat, drive to Cochin (Kochi). Start your Kochi City Trip. Kochi is also known as the “Queen of the Arabian sea”. In the late afternoon I had a visit to some important monuments and churches belonging to the 15th and 16th centuries. First visit the St. Francis Church, the oldest protestant church built by the Portuguese in 1510, where you can see the tomb of a Portuguese Sailor Vasco-da-gama. Then to Santa Cruz Cathedral Basilica, a catholic church and Chinese Fishing nets. In the evening attend the Kerala Traditional Dance Show named “KATHAKALI”. Overnight stay in Kochi.
In the morning drive to have a Hill Station Trip in Ooty, the queen of hill stations. Have a visit to the famous Botanical Garden and Rose Garden. Have a rest in the hotel. Overnight stay in Ooty.
This morning we will have an excursion to Coonoor and savor the beauty of tea gardens, Wellington golf course, Hidden valley, Droog fort, Lamb's rock, Sim's park and Dolphin's nose. Evening drive back to Ooty and visit various shooting film destinations in the town. Return to the hotel for overnight stay.
In the morning I have an Adventure Trip on the way to Mysore (Mysuru). Today you are going to cross two wildlife reserves namely Mudumalai Forest and Bandipur National Park. You can able to see some animals while you are travelling. Continue your drive. Have a rest in the hotel. Overnight stay in Mysuru.
In the morning, you can set yourself for a Heritage Trip in Mysore. Have a visit to the Mysore Maharaja Palace, a huge complex belonging to the 19th century designed by an Italian architect Henry Irwin” and built by the Wodeyars. Then have a drive to Chamundi Hills to visit the famous Chamundeshwari Temple. In the afternoon I had a drive to visit the famous historical city “Srirangapatna“, the capital city of great muslim warrior Tipu Sultan. One more night stay in Mysuru.
After the breakfast, drive for a sculptural Trip in Hassan. Enroute visit the most popular Jain pilgrimage centre called “Shravanabelogola“. This place is known for its Colossal monolithic statue of Gomateshwara. If you are not able to climb 650 km, you can hire DOLI service and pay directly. Then continue your drive. In the late afternoon I took a short drive to visit the Hoysaleshwara temple in a small village called Halebid and Chenna Kesava Temple at Belur. Both the temples belong to the Hoysala dynasty of 12th century and depict the detailed architecture of the Hoysala dynasty. Drive back to the hotel. Have a rest in the hotel. Overnight stay in Hassan.
In the morning, drive to Bangalore (Bengaluru) for the Garden City Trip. Visit the famous Lal Bagh Gardens and Tipu Sultan’s Summer Palace in the City. Have a rest in the hotel. Overnight stay in Bengaluru.
This day you will end up with the South India Trip Memories. You will be transferred to Kempegowda International Airport, Bengaluru as per your flight schedule back to Chennai.
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