Splendors of South India Tour

05 Days / 4 Night
Destination: Chennai – Pondicherry – Swamimalai – Tanjore – Trichy – Madurai – Thekkaddy – Munnar – Cochin – Mararikulam – Cochin

The Splendors of South India Tour is a spectacular 15 days journey across some of the finest destinations of South India. Southern India is famous for its pristine beaches, mangroves, coconut and palm trees, wildlife centuries, surprising architecture, and many World Heritage sites. The Splendors of South India tour is popular amongst guests not just for relaxing but also offers an opportunity to witness the colorful and vibrant culture of South India. The Splendors of South India tour will surely surprise you with many fables that have been passed from generation to generation and have been kept alive even today. South India is for sure an ideal destination for a quality holiday. The tour connects some of the exclusive and exhilarating destinations from several states of South India such as Chennai, Pondicherry, Swamimalai – Tanjore, Trichy, Madurai, Thekkaddy, Munnar, Cochin and Mararikulam.

Itinerary Details

Tour Highlights: The day is free for Leisure

On your arrival at Chennai Airport, our representative will traditionally welcome (Swagat) you and assist you in check-in to your pre booked hotel. Relax for a day after a long flight and prepare for the next trip. Here you have completed your first day of Splendors of South India Tour.

The evening is free for Leisure.

Overnight at Chennai.
 

Tour Highlights: Ekambareswarar Temple, Kailashnath Temple, Kamakshi Temple, Vaikunta Perumal Temple and Shore Temple

After breakfast, check-out from the Hotel and drive to Mahabalipuram. En-route we will visit Kanchipuram which is best known as the Golden City of Thousand Temples and also one of the oldest towns in India. Here we would visit Ekambareswarar Temple, Kailashnath Temple, Kamakshi Temple, and Vaikunta Perumal Temple. Later drive continues toward Mahabalipuram. In the afternoon, enjoy your Lunch with regional cuisine at a nice South Indian restaurant. On your arrival at Mahabalipuram, check-in at your Hotel and freshen up. Later you will be escorted by our Tour Guide and will be taken for sightseeing of a group of monuments at Mahabalipuram which have been classified as a UNESCO World Heritage site. At the end of the tour, return to your Hotel and relax. Here you have completed your second day of the Splendors of South India Tour.

The evening is free for Leisure.

Overnight at Mahabalipuram.
 

Tour Highlights: Auroville, Sri Aurbindo Ashram, French War Memorial, Mankula Vinayaka, Sri Vedapuriswar, and Kamatchiamman and Promenade Beach

After Breakfast, check-out from the Hotel and drive towards Pondicherry. Pondicherry/Puducherry is a calm little city located on the south coast of India. The dominance of the French, the tree-lined avenues, the attractive colonial structures, the spiritual landscapes, and numerous un-spoilt beaches and backwaters are some of the prominence of this small town. On your arrival at Pondicherry/Puducherry, check-in at your pre-booked Hotel and freshen-up. Later you will be escorted by our Tour Guide who will take you for local sightseeing of Pondicherry/Puducherry. Today’s tour highlights will be Auroville, Sri Aurbindo Ashram, French War Memorial, Mankula Vinayaka, Sri Vedapuriswar, Kamatchiamman, and Promenade Beach. In the afternoon, enjoy your Lunch in a nice restaurant. Pondicherry has an array of decent restaurants which offer a blend of cuisines. At the end of the tour, return to your Hotel and relax. Here you have completed your third day of the Splendors of South India Tour.

The evening is free for Leisure.

Overnight at Pondicherry.
 

Tour Highlights: Swamimalai, Chidambaram Temple, and Gangai Konda Cholapuram 

After Breakfast, check-out from the Hotel and drive to Swamimalai. The town Swamimalai is situated on the banks of river Cauvery. Swamimalai is the fourth among the six holy shrines dedicated to Lord Muruga. The name of the town means ‘God’s Mountain’. On your arrival at Swamimalai, you will be taken to the Ashram, check-in at your room and relax. Inside the Ashram you can take Yoga or meditation sessions which is very useful for peace of body, mind, and soul. Later you will be escorted by our Tour Guide and will be taken on a local sightseeing the attractions will be Chidambaram Temple and Gangai Konda Cholapuram. At the end of the tour, return to the Ashram and relax. Here you have completed your fourth day of Splendors of South India Tour.

The evening is free for Leisure.

Overnight at Ashram.
 

Tour Highlights: Sri Brihadeeswarar Temple, Thanjavur Royal Palace and Shopping 

After Breakfast, check-out from the Ashram and further drive to Trichy. En-route we will visit Thanjavur for the sightseeing of the local attractions such as Sri Brihadeeswarar Temple, and Thanjavur Royal Palace. Thanjavur has always been famous for its art and culture. Thanjavur is popular for beautiful silk weaves, woven in gorgeous colors and designs along with Thanjavur Paintings, Dancing Dolls, and Traditional Crafts. In the afternoon, enjoy your Lunch at a nice Indian restaurant and continue to enjoy the beauty of Thanjavur. After Thanjavur sightseeing, drive continuously to Trichy. On your arrival at Trichy, check-in at your pre-booked Hotel and relax. Here you have completed your fifth day of Splendors of South India Tour.

The evening is free for Leisure.

Overnight at Trichy.
 

Tour Highlights: Sri Ranganatha Swami Temple, Tiruvanaikkaval Temple, Samayapuram Temple and Srirangam Island

After Breakfast, you will be escorted by our Tour Guide and will be taken for Trichy sightseeing. Trichy is situated on the banks of the River Kaveri and the city is known for its educational institutions, industries, and temples. Today’s tour highlights will be Sri Ranganatha Swami Temple, Tiruvanaikkaval Temple, Samayapuram Temple, and Srirangam Island. In the afternoon, enjoy your Lunch at a nice Indian restaurant and continue to enjoy the sightseeing. At the end of the sightseeing, return to your hotel and relax. Here you have completed your sixth day of Splendors of South India Tour.

The evening is free for Leisure.

Overnight at Trichy.
 

Tour Highlights: Meenakshi Temple, Thirumalai Nayakkar Mahal and Gandhi Memorial

After Breakfast, check-out from the Hotel and further drive to Madurai (The City of Divine Nectar). Madurai is 2600 years 2600-year-old historical city that is surrounded by graceful natural plantations and located on the banks of River Vaigai. On your arrival at Madurai, check-in at your pre-booked Hotel and relax. After Lunch, you will be escorted by our Tour Guide who will take you to Madurai sightseeing. Today’s tour highlights will be Meenakshi Temple, Thirumalai Nayakkar Mahal, and Gandhi Memorial. At the end of the tour, return to your Hotel and relax. Here you have completed the seventh first day of the Splendors of South India Tour.

The evening is free for Leisure.

Overnight at Madurai.
 

Tour Highlights: Kodaikanal Lake, Bear Shola Falls, Palni Hills and Solar Observatory

After Breakfast, you will be escorted by our Tour Guide and will be taken on an excursion tour to Kodaikanal which is a popular Hill station in South India. Kodaikanal is elevated approximately 7000 ft above sea level and is a relaxing and serene Hill station located in the upper Palani hills of Western Ghats in Madurai. The cool and misty weather, the picturesque beauty, the wooded forest, and its surroundings can surely fascinate any traveler. Today’s tour highlights will be Kodaikanal Lake, Bear Shola Falls, Palni Hills, and Solar Observatory. In the afternoon, enjoy your Lunch at a nice valley restaurant and continue with the sightseeing. In the evening, drive continuously to Thekkaddy. On your arrival in Thekkady, check in at your pre-booked hotel and relax. Here you have completed your eighth day of Splendors of South India Tour.

The evening is free for Leisure.

Overnight at Thekkady.
 

Tour Highlights: Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary, World Spice and Ayurvedic Garden and Mullaperiyar Dam

After Breakfast, you will be escorted by our Tour Guide and will be taken for the Thekkady sightseeing. Today’s tour highlights will be Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary, World Spice and Ayurvedic Garden, and Mullaperiyar Dam. In the afternoon, take your Lunch in a nice Jungle Restaurant and enjoy the lush green beauty of Thekkady. At the end of the tour, return to your hotel and relax. Here you have completed your ninth day of Splendors of South India Tour.

The evening is free for leisure.

Overnight at Thekkady.
 

Tour Highlight: Mattupetty Dam and Dairy Farms, Echo Point, Kundala Lake, Tea Gardens

After Breakfast, check out from the Hotel and drive to Munnar. The journey from Thekkaddy to Munnar is an amazing one, the panoramic view of the misty hills and the landscapes gradually changes from plain to hilly terrain. You will be welcomed by Lush Green plantations on the hills while entering Munnar. On your arrival at Munnar, check in at your pre-booked Hotel and freshen-up. After freshen-up, you will be escorted by our Tour Guide and will be taken for the Munnar sightseeing. Today’s tour highlights will be Mattupetty Dam and Dairy Farms, Echo Point, Kundala Lake, and Tea Gardens (along with the beautiful, picturesque landscapes of Munnar). In the afternoon, enjoy your lunch at a nice hillside restaurant. At the end of the tour, return to your Hotel and relax. Here you have completed your tenth day of Splendors of South India Tour.

The evening is free for Leisure.

Overnight at Munnar.
 

Tour Highlights: Thirunakkara Mahadev Temple, Cheriyapally Ettumanoor, Vaikom Temples, and Kumaranalloor Devi Temple

After Breakfast, check-out from the Hotel and drive to Kottayam. On your arrival at Kottayam, check-in at your pre-booked Hotel and freshen-up. Later you will be escorted by our Tour Guide and will be taken for Kottayam sightseeing. Today’s tour highlights will be Thirunakkara Mahadev Temple, Cheriyapally Ettumanoor, Vaikom Temples, and Kumaranalloor Devi Temple. In the afternoon, enjoy your Lunch at a nice village restaurant and continue with the sightseeing. At the end of the tour, return to your Hotel and relax. Here you have completed your eleventh day of the Splendors of South India Tour.

The evening is free for Leisure.

Overnight at Kottayam.
 

Tour Highlights: Houseboat

After Breakfast, check-out from the hotel and drive to Alleppey. On your arrival at Alleppey, our representative will assist you with your check-in at the Houseboat. The day is free for leisure. You will cruise in and around Alleppey and will witness the daily life of the village surrounding Alleppey. All your meals will be served on Board. Here you have completed your twelfth day of Splendors of South India Tour.

The evening is free for Leisure.

Overnight at Houseboat.
 

Tour Highlights: Mararikulam Beach, Mararikulam Shiva Temple, St. Andrews Church, Cherthala and Velorvattom Mahadev Temple

After Breakfast, check-out from the Houseboat and drive to Mararikulam. Mararikulam is a beach village in Alleppey and is famous for the clean sandy beach in Kerala and has always been a fresh holiday experience in all aspects. One can enjoy the activities in Mararikulam such as lazing in the Sun, and enjoying exciting water sports like surfing or parasailing. On your arrival in Mararikulam, check-in at your pre-booked hotel and freshen-up. After freshen-up, you will be escorted by our Tour Guide and will be taken for Mararikulam sightseeing. Today’s tour highlights will be Mararikulam Beach, Mararikulam Shiva Temple, St. Andrews Church, Cherthala, and Velorvattom Mahadev Temple. In the afternoon, enjoy your lunch at a nice beach restaurant and continue to enjoy the sightseeing. At the end of the tour, return to your hotel and relax. Here you have completed your thirteenth day of the Splendors of South India Tour.

The evening is free for Leisure.

Overnight at Mararikulam.
 

Tour Highlight: Kochi Fort, Jew Synagogue, Dutch Palace, Marine Drive and Chinese Fishing Nets 

After Breakfast, check-out from the Hotel and drive to Kochi. On your arrival at Kochi, check-in at your pre-booked hotel and freshen-up. After freshen-up, you will be escorted by our Tour Guide and will be taken for Kochi sightseeing. Today’s tour highlights will be Kochi Fort, Jew Synagogue, Dutch Palace, Marine Drive, and Chinese Fishing Nets. In the afternoon, treat yourself to regional cuisine at a nice restaurant in Kochi and continue to enjoy the sightseeing tour. At the end of the sightseeing, return to your Hotel and relax. Here you have completed your fourteenth day of Splendors of South India Tour.

The evening is free for Leisure.

Overnight at Kochi/ Cochin.
 

After Breakfast, check-out from the Hotel and transfer to Kochi Airport for your onward flight to your country or for next destination.

Here you have completed your Splendors of India Tour. We sincerely thank you for choosing Incredible India for your travel arrangements and we appreciate your patronage and wish you a safe journey.
 

Overview

  • Ekambareswarar Temple, Kailashnath Temple, Kamakshi Temple, Vaikunta Perumal Temple and Shore Temple
  • Auroville, Sri Aurbindo Ashram, French War Memorial, Mankula Vinayaka, Sri Vedapuriswar, and Kamatchiamman and Promenade Beach
  • Swamimalai, Chidambaram Temple and Gangai Konda Cholapuram 
  • Sri Brihadeeswarar Temple, Thanjavur Royal Palace and Shopping 
  • Sri Ranganatha Swami Temple, Tiruvanaikkaval Temple, Samayapuram Temple and Srirangam Island
  • Meenakshi Temple, Thirumalai Nayakkar Mahal and Gandhi Memorial
  • Kodaikanal Lake, Bear Shola Falls, Palni Hills and Solar Observatory
  • Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary, World Spice and Ayurvedic Garden and Mullaperiyar Dam
  • Mattupetty Dam and Dairy Farms, Echo Point, Kundala Lake, Tea Gardens
  • Thirunakkara Mahadev Temple, Cheriyapally Ettumanoor, Vaikom Temples and Kumaranalloor Devi Temple
  • Mararikulam Beach, Mararikulam Shiva Temple, St. Andrews Church, Cherthala and Velorvattom Mahadev Temple
  • Kochi Fort, Jew Synagogue, Dutch Palace, Marine Drive and Chinese Fishing Nets 
     

Inclusions

  1. Accommodation for 14 Nights on twin / double sharing basis. 
  2. Daily buffet breakfast at all hotels / resort.
  3. Disinfected private car with driver for all arrivals, Departures and sightseeing as per the itinerary.
  4. Services of Incredible India Representative on all arrivals and departures.
  5. Fuel charges, toll tax, state tax & parking charge.
  6. All presently applicable luxury taxes.

Exclusions

  1. Entrance fees at monuments/parks/museums.
  2. Items of a personal nature like drinks on the table, laundry, telephone bills, etc.
  3. Meals other than those mentioned above.
  4. Indian Visa fees or international airfare / domestic flight fare/train ticket.
  5. Still, Camera or video charges are levied by some monuments.
  6. Any other shopping and personal purchases.
  7. Medical Requirements on request.
  8. Service Tax as per government.
  9. Any other services not mentioned in the inclusions.

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