Southern India Experience

Southern India Experience

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Southern India Experience

12 Days Starting in Chennai and ending in Cochin

Visiting: Chennai, Mahabalipuram, Kumbakonam, Tiruchirappalli, Madurai, Periyar, Kumarakom, Alappuzha, Kochi

Tour operator:

GT India Tours

Tour code:

12SIE

Guide Type:

Fully Guided

Group size:

1 - 10

Physical rating:

Low

Age range:

1-80

Special diets catered:

Meat, Jain, Halal, Vegetarians, Vegans, Kosher

Tour operated in:

English , French , German , Spanish
From: $3405

NB: Prices correct on 23-Dec-2024 but subject to change.

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Tour Overview

This tour will provide amazing experience to the historical and most fascinating tourist destinations of South India. This tour starting with the glow of Chennai then we will take you on a journey to the ancient temples of Kanchipuram and Mahabalipuram. After enjoying the Periyar wildlife tour, move forward to the backwaters of Kumarakom and finally enjoy the houseboat journey at Alleppey.

Highlights

  • Visit holy pilgrimage in Kanchipuram home to many temples. The 8th-century Kailasanathar Temple, dedicated to Lord Shiva.

  • Explor the heritage site of Mahabalipuram built by the Pallava dynasty in the 7th and 8th centuries.

  • Enjoy the wildlife safari at Periyar protected Wildlife Sanctuary and Lake elephant and tiger reserve.

  • Experience and stay at Houseboat in Coastal Alleppey.

  • Historic Parsi Synagogue, Dutch Palace, Fort Cochin, colourful boats and Chinese Fishing nets on the waterfront in Kochi.

Places You'll See

Kanchipuram

Mahabalipuram

Thanjavur

Madurai

Periyar

Kumarakom

Alleppey

Cochin

Chennai

Itinerary

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Day 1 : Arrival At Chennai

Location: Chennai

Accommodation: Hotel

On the day of arrival at Chennai airport, our Gt India Tours representative will assist you at airport and later transfer to your hotel for night stay. Rest of the day free for your own leisure activities.
Overnight at Hotel.

Day 2 : At Chennai

Location: Chennai

Accommodation: Hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast

Today morning after breakfast at the hotel, later proceed for full day guided tour to Chennai, visit the famous Marina Beach (the second largest in the world), Kapaleeshwar Temple, Fort St.George (the oldest fort in Chennai). Thereafter, head straight to Santhome Cathedral, National Art Gallery, St.Mary’s Church, Anna Zoological Park, Birla Planetarium and People’s Park. Also visit Kalakshetra and Theosophical Society.
Overnight at Hotel.

Day 3 : Chennai - Kanchipuram - Mahabalipuram (60 Kms / 1:30 Hrs)

Location: Mahabalipuram

Accommodation: Hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast

Today morning after breakfast at hotel, later check out and drive to Mahabalipuram, via en-route visit to Kanchipuram the city of 1000 temples and one of the seven sacred cities in India, here you can visit the Kamakshi Amman Temple, The Kanchi Kailasanathar Temple, Varadaraja Perumal Temple and Ekambareswarar Temple etc. Later continue drive to Mahabalipuram. Upon arrival at Mahabalipuram, check-in to your hotel for night stay. Rest of the day free for your own leisure activities.
Overnight at Hotel.

Day 4 : Mahabalipuram - Kumbakonam (230 Kms / 4:30 Hrs)

Location: Kumbakonam

Accommodation: Hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast

Today early morning after breakfast and check out form hotel, later drive to Kumbakonam, en-route visit the Thirukadalmallai, Shore Temple, Pancha Pandava Rathas, Arjuna’s Penance, Caves, and Krishna’s Butterball after visit continue your drive to Kumbakonam. Upon arrival at Kumbakonam check-in to your hotel for night stay. Rest of the day free for your own leisure activities.
Overnight at Hotel.

Day 5 : Kumbakonam - Darasuram - Thanjavur - Trichy (100 Kms / 2:30 Hrs)

Location: Tiruchirappalli

Accommodation: Hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast

Today morning after breakfast and check out from hotel, later proceed for Trichy, en-route visit to the Airavatesvara Temple - is a Hindu temple of Dravidian architecture located in the town of Darasuram, as an example of Chola architecture. Next, destination to visit Brihadeeswara Temple - is a Hindu temple dedicated to Shiva located in Thanjavur. It is one of the largest South Indian temples and an exemplary example of a fully realized Dravidian architecture. Upon reaching Trichy check-in to your hotel.
Overnight at Hotel.

Day 6 : Trichy - Chettinad - Madurai (171 Kms / 3:30 Hrs)

Location: Madurai

Accommodation: Hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast

Today morning after breakfast and check out from hotel, later proceed for Madurai, en-route visit to the town of Chettinad known for the mansions. later continue by road to Madurai. Upon reaching Madurai check-in to your hotel. Rest of the day free for your own leisure activities.
Overnight at Hotel.

Day 7 : At Madurai

Location: Madurai

Accommodation: Hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast

After breakfast at hotel later proceed for the sightseeing tour of Madurai, visit Meenakshi Sundareswarar, one of the largest temple complex in India. Later visit Thirupparamkunram Murugan Temple, Palamuthirsolai Murugan Temple. Also visit the Thirumalai Nayak Palace, Alagar Kovil and Gandhi Museum.
Overnight at Hotel.

Day 8 : Madurai - Periyar (150 Kms / 3:30 Hrs)

Location: Periyar

Accommodation: Hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast

Today morning after breakfast and check out from hotel later drive to Periyar. Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary is one of biggest wildlife sanctuaries in India which covers 777 Sq.Kms (300 Sq.miles) for a Tiger Reserve. Upon arrival at Periyar check-in to your hotel for night stay. After refresh yourself, later proceed for sightseeing tour of Periyar enjoy the Bamboo Rafting & Border Hiking are a unique program available in Periyar, elephant safari at Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary also visit Kumily and Mangaladevi Temple.
Overnight at Hotel.

Day 9 : Periyar - Kumarakom (130 Kms / 3:00 Hrs)

Location: Kumarakom

Accommodation: Hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast

Today after breakfast and check out from hotel, later drive to Kumarakom. Once you reached at Kumarakom check-in to your hotel. Rest of the day free for your own leisure activities.
Overnight at Hotel.

Day 10 : Kumarakom - Alleppey (60 Kms / 1 Hrs)

Location: Alappuzha

Accommodation: Overnight at Houseboat.

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Today morning after breakfast at hotel, later check out and proceed for backwater to enjoy the houseboat journey. Upon arrival at Alleppey check-in to your houseboat for night stay. Later proceed for backwaters & lagoons on Alappuzha, Enjoy your lunch and dinner at houseboat. Evening walk around the local street of Alappuzha.
Overnight at Houseboat.

Day 11 : Alleppey - Cochin (60 Kms / 1 Hrs)

Location: Kochi

Accommodation: Hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast

Today morning after breakfast and check out from houseboat later drive to Cochin. Upon arrival at Cochin, check-in to your hotel for night stay. After refresh yourself, later proceed for half day guided tour to Cochin visit Fort Kochi, Dutch Palace, Chinese Fishing Net, Indo Portuguese Museum and Marine Drive. In the evening enjoy kathakali dance performance in Cochin.
Overnight at Hotel.

Day 12 : Departure From Cochin

Location: Kochi

Meals Included: Breakfast

Today morning after breakfast and check out from hotel later transfer to Cochin airport to board the flight for your home.

What's Included

  • Dining

    10 Breakfast, 1 Dinner, 1 Breakfast

  • 11 Nights accommodation based on double / twin sharing basis

    3 Star Accommodation.

  • Assistance during arrival and departure by Gt India Tours

  • All transfers including airport transfers by an AC vehicle

  • English Speaking guide at Chennai, Mahabalipuram, Thanjavur, Trichy, Madurai and Cochin

  • One mineral water bottle per person per day

  • All applicable taxes.

What's Not Included

  • Visas Fee (if applicable)

  • Monument entry fees

  • Tips (always optional, but some guidance will be given in the pre-departure information pack you’ll receive after booking)

  • Beverages other than drinking water & any costs of a personal nature

  • International/Internal flights to/from the start/finish of the trip

Check out our Q&As

  • Do I need to purchase travel insurance before travelling?

    Absolutely. Every traveller is required to purchase travel insurance before the start of their tour. Due to the varying nature, availability and cost of health care around the world, travel insurance is very much an essential and necessary part of every journey.

  • Are children permitted to take part in the tour?

    Yes

  • Do you require a visa for this holiday?

    Only for foreign national traveller.

  • What currencies are required for this tour?

    INR is local currency.

  • What is the tipping policy?

    Tips always optional.

  • Can you assist with pre or post tour accommodation?

    Yes

  • Is there a supplement for solo travellers?

    Yes

  • Are the local guides on the tour English speaking?

    Yes

  • Is the tour coach air conditioned?

    Yes

  • Company Instant Book

    Yes

  • What is the maximum group size?

    10

  • What happens if a group doesn’t make its minimum required number of passengers?

    100% Departure if there is single traveller.

  • Will I know the names and details of all the accommodation before I depart?

    Yes

  • Will passengers from another country be participating in the tour?

    Yes

  • Is there any free time to explore places during the tour?

    Yes

  • Is free Wi-Fi available in the accommodation used?

    Yes

  • What is the standard of the hotels on this tour?

    3 Star.

  • What is the fitness level required to do this tour?

    Healthy.

  • Are airport transfers included in this tour?

    Yes

  • How many people will be on my trip?

    GTIndia Tours provide private and group tour it's completely depend on you which category you are choose. if you are choosing a group tour there is maximum 40 guests.

  • Will the accommodation included meet local health and safety regulations?

    We select our hotels for their quality, impeccable service and comfort, with the majority of them having air-conditioning. Few hotels don't have air conditioning due to the colder climate.

  • Do I need travel insurance?

    We strongly recommend that all guests have a travel insurance policy to ensure your peace of mind before and while travelling. It's important that you protect yourself in case of trip cancellations, an interruption for any reason, baggage delays or loss of baggage and medical expenses.

  • Am I contributing to any charity by booking the tour?

    GTIndia Tours is a not-for-profit organisation established in 2011. So far, GTIndia Tours work hard to help underprivileged communities and support sustainable tourism around the world.

  • What if I have special dietary requirements?

    We can accommodate guests who are vegetarian and can assist with diabetic, gluten-free and other medically-recommended diets. Please advise us at time of booking. Unfortunately, we’re unable to supply meals in accordance with strict religious requirements. We can’t provide salt-free, Kosher, Halal, requests for specific dietary supplements such as soya milk, and high protein or low-carb meals.

  • Who will be my travelling companions on the tour?

    The beauty of taking a guided holiday with us is you’ll have the opportunity to meet and travel with people from all over the globe.

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  • Free Date Changes

    GT India Tours allows you to make 2 free date changes, as long as the change is made at least 60 days before the start of the tour.

  • Low Deposit

    GT India Tours requires a minimum deposit of 25% or the full booking value, whichever is less, with the final balance not due until 80 days before departure.

  • Cancellation Policy

    We don't charge a cancellation fee, here is a summary of gt india tours charges.

    Up to 80 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of deposit.

    At 79 days before tour starts: Forfeit 50% of booking price.

    At 59 days before tour starts: Forfeit 75% of booking price.

    At 30 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of booking price.

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