Day 01: Chennai
Arrive at Chennai on the first day of your South India holiday tour where you are transferred to the hotel. Proceed for the
sightseeing tour of Chennai. Visit the National Art Gallery and Museum with
a fine collection of ancient paintings of almost all schools, Fort St.
George, St. Mary's Church, Marina Beach (the second longest in the world),
San Thome Cathedral and Mylapore Shiva Temple. Rest of the day free for
shopping in Chennai. Overnight stay at the hotel.
Day 02: Kanchipuram / Mahabalipuram
South India holiday tour takes you to Kanchipuram, the city of temples in Tamilnadu that have more than 1000 temples.
Visit Vaikuntaperumal temple, Ekambareeswarar and Varadarajar temple. The
Kanchipuram is also famous for its silk sarees. Drive to Mahabalipuram, the
only shore temple that has survived the ravages of time. The standing
testimonial to the rock cut art. Overnight stay at the hotel.
Day 03: Pondicherry
Pondicherry, once a French colony and home to the Aurobindo Ashram and
Auroville has become the seat of yoga and meditation. Visit Pondicherry
Museum and sculpture gallery with an outstanding collection of artefacts.
Relax at the beach in the evening. Overnight stay at the hotel.
Day 04: Tanjore
Tanjore awaits you with its rich architecture on the fourth day of your South India holiday tour, exquisite handicrafts,
paintings, bronzes and South Indian Musical instruments. The tourist places
in Tanjore are Brahadeeswara temple, the second largest monolithic
sculpture, Nandi (Bull), the Royal palace complex, which houses library and
museums. Overnight stay at the hotel.
Day 05: Trichy
Trichy, the citadel of the Chola dynasty in the medieval period. See the
Lord Robert Clive's house, Srirangam temple, Rock-Fort temple, Ganapati
temple on hilltop and Shiva temple. Overnight stay at the hotel.
Day 06: Madurai
Reach Madurai, known for 1000-pillared Meenakshiamman temple. You are also
taken to the special religious night ceremony held in the temple. Also visit
Thirumalai Nayak's Palace and Gandhi Museum. Overnight stay at the temple.
Day 07: Periyar
Go to Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary, one of the best game sanctuaries in
India. Also cover Thekkady enroute visiting all important tourist places.
Enjoy boating on the Lake Periyar top explore the sanctuary at its best.
Drive past the spice plantations like cardamom, cinnamon, pepper, coffee and
tea estates. You can shop at the local market. Overnight stay at the hotel.
Day 08: Kumarakom
A cruise on the Vembanad Lake. Check into the backwater resort. Enjoy your
day in swimming or for a massage. Visit the Kumarakom Bird Sanctuary with a
variety of bird species. The breathtaking view of the lake during the dawn
and dusk leaves you spellbound. Overnight stay at the hotel.
Day 09: Alleppey (Alappuzha)
Drive to Alleppey. The backwater destination is famous for the snake boat
racing events. Your day is free to relax at the backwater resort or proceed
for a backwater cruise (Optional). Overnight stay at the hotel.
Day 10: Kochi
Early morning drive to Kochi, the commercial capital of Kerala.
Vasco-da-Gama placed this spice centre and the natural harbour on the world
map. The tourist places in the city include a Jewish synagogue - The Dutch
Palace, Portuguese Churches, Mosques, Hindu temples and Chinese Fishing
Nets. In the evening attend the traditional Kathakali Dance Show. Overnight
stay at the hotel.
Day 11: Ooty
Drive to Ooty - 'the queen of hill stations'. The beautiful hill station
belongs to the 19th century. Overnight stay at the hotel.
Day 12: Ooty
A full day excursion to Ooty and Coonoor. Visit Botanical Gardens, the Ooty
Lake, Dodabetta peak offering you panoramic views of the Nilgiri Mountains
in Ooty. Coonoor is a popular hill resort where you can opt for a toy train
tour to Coonoor to enjoy the scenic surroundings. Enjoy the tour to nearby
tourist excursions. Overnight stay at Ooty.
Day 13: Departure
Depart for your onward destination.
