South India Experience

South India Experience

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South India Experience

12 Days Starting in Chennai and ending in Cochin

Visiting: Chennai, Mahabalipuram, Kanchipuram, Kumbakonam, Tiruchirappalli, Thanjavur, Dharasuram, Chettinadu, Madurai, Periyar, Kumarakom, Alappuzha, Kochi

Tour operator:

Panda Experiences

Tour code:

12SIE

Guide Type:

Fully Guided

Group size:

1 - 10

Physical rating:

Easy

Age range:

1-80

Special diets catered:

Meat, Jain, Halal, Vegetarians, Vegans, Kosher

Tour operated in:

English , French , German , Spanish

Private Available:

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From: $2640

NB: Prices correct on 25-Nov-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, St Francis Church, colourful boats and Chinese Fishing nets on the waterfront in Kochi.

Places You'll See

Chennaichennai

Kanchipuram

Mahabalipuram

Alleppey

Madurai

Periyar

Thanjavur

Cochin

Kumarakom

Itinerary

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Day 1 : Arrival At Chennai

Location: Chennai

Accommodation: Hotel, 3 Star Deluxe

On the day of arrival at Chennai airport, our 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, 3 Star Deluxe

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, Kanchipuram

Accommodation: Hotel, 3 Star Deluxe

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, 3 Star Deluxe

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, Thanjavur, Dharasuram

Accommodation: Hotel, 3 Star Deluxe

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: Chettinadu, Madurai

Accommodation: Hotel, 3 Star Deluxe

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, 3 Star Deluxe

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, 3 Star Deluxe

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, 3 Star Deluxe

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: Deluxe 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, 3 Star Deluxe

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 Panda Experiences

  • All transfers including airport transfers by an AC vehicle

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

    Other languages guides are available on additional charges.

  • One mineral water bottle per person per day

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 you require a visa for this holiday?

    Only for foreign national traveller.

  • What is the tipping policy?

    Tips always optional.

  • Are airport transfers included in this tour?

    Yes

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

    Healthy.

  • Is there a supplement for solo travellers?

    Yes

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

    Yes

  • Company Instant Book

    Yes

  • Are the local guides on the tour English speaking?

    Yes

  • What currencies are required for this tour?

    INR is local currency.

  • Is the tour coach air conditioned?

    Yes

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

    Yes

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

    3 Star.

  • What is the maximum group size?

    10

  • Are children permitted to take part in the tour?

    Yes

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

    Yes

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

    Yes

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

    100% Departure if there is single traveller.

  • 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.

  • Can you assist with pre or post tour accommodation?

    Yes

  • Do I need a visa to travel to India?

    Yes. The Government of India grants Tourist Visa to a foreigner who does not have a residence or occupation in India. The only purpose of visiting India should be recreation, sight seeing, casual visit to meet friends and relatives etc. Any activity other than the aforementioned ones is cognizable.

  • What happens if I need to change my holiday date once I’ve booked?

    After confirmation of services, if you wish to change your travel arrangements in any way (e.g. your chosen departure date or accommodation), we will do our utmost to make these changes but it may not always be possible. Any request for changes must be in writing from the person who made the booking. All cost incurred due to amendment will be borne by you.

  • How long has the tour company been trading?

    Panda Experiences has been in operation since 2008

Reviews of this operator

Serena  

Excellent Guides

06-Sep-2022

The tour was great. Maybe we went to too many places for shopping. All tour guides were excellent.

David  

Recommended to India Tour

24-Mar-2022

I have been recommended to this tour of India with friends from Australia and we are happy to see all places which are mentioned on programmed.

Bryson  

Beautiful Kerala with Panda Experiences

09-Feb-2023

Kerala is Beautiful and the food was amazing. I highly recommend Panda Experiences and will be booking another trip with them in future.

Max  

Lifetime trip

12-Jan-2022

This was the trip of a lifetime, and our guide made it even more special! He has incredibly knowledgeable of the history of all the sites we went to and is extremely personable, we had an absolute blast with him!

Thomas  

100% Recommend

17-Feb-2022

100% Recommend this tour to anyone who is thinking of doing it. My partner and I had a fantastic time in Nepal by Panda Experiences.

Fabio  

Everything was perfect

11-Aug-2022

It was an excellent experience with Panda Experiences! A really nice and fun guide with a lot of knowledge! Everything was on time!

Jacopo  

Well organized trip

02-Oct-2022

The tour was smooth and well organized. My guide and driver were very friendly and did what they could to tailor the experience to me.

Nancy  

Panda Experiences was amazing

12-Apr-2022

Our experience with Panda Experiences was amazing. Many great memories made. Highly recommend this company.

Sofia  

India tour

26-Feb-2022

We arrived two days before our India tour so that we can be ready by mind and body as well we are happy to do this tour.

Matthew  

Amazing India Tour

17-Mar-2022

We had a good and professional local guides in each and we visited Taj Mahal at sunset and loved all the photographs.

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  • Free Date Changes

    Panda Experiences allows you to make 2 free date changes, as long as the change is made at least 80 days before the start of the tour.

  • Low Deposit

    Panda Experiences 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 panda experiences 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.