Arrival in Chennai – Drive to Mahabalipuram

Kapaleeshwarar Temple - The South India tour commences with your arrival at Chennai International Airport. Here, you will be warmly welcomed by your tour guide and driver, who will accompany you throughout your journey. Start with a visit to Kapaleeshwarar Temple, a lively Hindu temple renowned for its colorful tower and intricate carvings dedicated to Lord Shiva.

Fort St. George - Proceed to Fort St. George, constructed by the British in 1644, now home to a museum featuring colonial artifacts and portraits.

Government Museum - Continue to the Government Museum, showcasing ancient bronze sculptures, archaeological discoveries, and South Indian art collections.

Marina Beach - Afterwards, enjoy a stroll along Marina Beach, one of India’s longest beaches, where locals gather for evening walks and snacks.

Santhome Cathedral Basilica - Conclude your Chennai tour at Santhome Cathedral Basilica, a serene white church built by the Portuguese in the 16th century over the tomb of St. Thomas, one of Jesus’s apostles. After sightseeing, drive for about two hours to Mahabalipuram. Upon arrival, check in to your hotel and unwind for the evening.

Inclusions: Accommodation, Breakfast, Private Transport, Entrance fees, Tour Guide
Highlights: Kapaleeshwarar Temple, Fort St. George, Marina Beach, and Santhome Cathedral in Chennai.

Exploring Mahabalipuram

Shore Temple - Savor a delightful breakfast at your hotel before exploring Mahabalipuram, a coastal town celebrated for its ancient rock-cut temples and sculptures. Begin your day at the Shore Temple, an elegant stone temple dedicated to Lord Shiva, beautifully situated by the Bay of Bengal.

Pancha Rathas - Next, visit Pancha Rathas, a group of five rock-cut temples shaped like chariots, each carved in a unique style representing characters from the Mahabharata.

Arjuna’s Penance - Continue to Arjuna’s Penance, a massive stone carving depicting scenes from Hindu mythology, including animals, gods, and celestial beings.

Krishna Mandapam - Visit Krishna Mandapam, an open-air rock temple illustrating Lord Krishna lifting the Govardhan Hill to protect his people from heavy rain.

Mahabalipuram Beach - Mahabalipuram Beach, known for its tranquil beauty and views of the Shore Temple.

Krishna’s Butter Ball - Conclude your sightseeing with Krishna’s Butter Ball, a giant round boulder balancing on a slope, which fascinates everyone visiting this heritage town. Return to your hotel in Mahabalipuram for an overnight stay.

Inclusions: Accommodation, Breakfast, Private Transport, Entrance fees, Tour Guide.
Highlights: Shore Temple, Arjuna’s Penance, Five Rathas, Krishna Mandapam, and Mahabalipuram beach.

Day Trip to Kanchipuram from Mahabalipuram

Ekambareswarar Temple - After breakfast at your hotel, drive to Kanchipuram, known as the “City of Thousand Temples” and famous for its silk sarees and ancient temples. Start your visit at Ekambareswarar Temple, dedicated to Lord Shiva, where you can see its towering gateway and the sacred mango tree believed to be over 3,000 years old.

Kailasanatha Temple - Next, explore Kailasanatha Temple, the oldest temple in Kanchipuram, showcasing beautiful stone carvings and peaceful surroundings ideal for quiet reflection.

Vaikunda Perumal Temple - Continue to Vaikunta Perumal Temple, built in the 8th century, dedicated to Lord Vishnu and known for its unique architectural style and sculptures.

Mahabalipuram to Pondicherry

Sri Aurobindo Ashram - After breakfast, check out from your hotel and drive towards Pondicherry, a coastal town renowned for its blend of French and Tamil cultures. Upon arrival, start with a visit to Sri Aurobindo Ashram, a tranquil place for meditation and learning about Sri Aurobindo and The Mother’s spiritual teachings.

White Town - Stroll through White Town, known for its colorful colonial buildings, boutique cafes, and charming streets perfect for photography.

Rock Beach - Enjoy a walk at Rock Beach, a popular spot for locals to relax by the sea.

Auroville - Later, visit Auroville, an experimental township promoting peace and harmony, where you can view the golden Matrimandir meditation dome from outside.

Arulmigu Manakula Vinayagar Temple - Continue to Manakula Vinayagar Temple, dedicated to Lord Ganesha, famous for its intricate carvings and spiritual significance.

The Basilica of the Sacred Heart of Jesus - Next, explore the Basilica of the Sacred Heart of Jesus, a stunning Catholic church with tall towers and colorful stained-glass windows.

Paradise Beach - End your day at Paradise Beach, where you can relax on soft sands and enjoy the calm sea after a short boat ride. Check in to your hotel in Pondicherry for an overnight stay.

Inclusions: Accommodation, Breakfast, Private Transport, Entrance fees, Tour Guide
Highlights: Auroville, Sri Aurobindo Ashram, Promenade Beach, French town, Rock beach

Pondicherry – Chidambaram – Gangaikondacholapuram – Kumbakonam

Chidambaram Nataraja Temple - Today after breakfast, check out from your hotel and drive to Kumbakonam with en route visits to Chidambaram and Gangaikondacholapuram. Your first stop is Nataraja Temple in Chidambaram, dedicated to Lord Shiva as the cosmic dancer, where you can see detailed bronze statues and beautiful temple towers.

Gangaikonda Cholapuram - Continue to Gangaikondacholapuram, a UNESCO World Heritage Site built by Rajendra Chola I, famous for its grand temple dedicated to Lord Shiva with stunning stone carvings and sculptures.

Dharasuram Temple - Later, visit Dharasuram Airavatesvara Temple, another UNESCO World Heritage Site, known for its exquisite Chola architecture and intricate stone work.

Sarangapani Temple - Next, see Sarangapani Temple, dedicated to Lord Vishnu, with its impressive tall tower and beautifully carved pillars.

Mahamaham tank - Visit the Mahamaham Tank, a sacred water tank where pilgrims take a holy dip during the Mahamaham festival held every 12 years.

Uppiliappan Temple - End your day at Oppiliappan Temple, dedicated to Lord Vishnu, known for its large halls with thousands of sculpted pillars. After sightseeing, check in to your hotel in Kumbakonam for an overnight stay.

Inclusions: Accommodation, Breakfast, Private Transport, Entrance fees, Tour Guide
Highlights: Nataraja Temple in Chidambaram, Gangaikondacholapuram Temple, Airavatesvara Temple (Dharasuram), Sarangapani Temple, Mahamaham Tank, and Oppiliappan Temple.

Kumbakonam and Tanjore Sightseeing

Brihadeeswara Temple - After breakfast at your hotel, drive to Tanjore (Thanjavur), famous for its classical art, music, and grand temples. Start with the Brihadeeswara Temple, a UNESCO World Heritage Site built by Raja Raja Chola I in the 11th century. Admire the massive temple tower (vimana) and stone Nandi statue, one of the largest in India.

Thanjavur Royal Palace and Art Gallery - Next, visit the Thanjavur Royal Palace and Art Gallery, home to impressive Chola bronzes, royal portraits, and old manuscripts.

The Serfoji Sarasvati Mahal Library - Conclude your sightseeing at the Saraswati Mahal Library, one of Asia’s oldest libraries with rare palm-leaf manuscripts and ancient texts showcasing South India’s scholarly past. Return to Kumbakonam in the evening for overnight stay.

Inclusions: Accommodation, Breakfast, Private Transport, Entrance fees, Tour Guide
Highlights: Brihadeeswara Temple, Thanjavur Royal Palace and Art Gallery, and Saraswati Mahal Library.

Tanjore – Trichy – Chettinad

Chettinad - Continue your drive to Chettinad, the ancestral land of wealthy merchants, known for its grand mansions and traditional cuisine. On arrival, check in to your hotel. Later, explore Chettinad village, visiting a cotton weaving center, handmade tile factory, and walk through narrow lanes to admire old palatial houses with Burmese teak pillars and Italian tiles.

Chettinad (Leisure Day)

Chettinad - Today is a leisure day to relax at your heritage hotel and experience the slow-paced life of Chettinad. You can take a morning walk in the village to explore beautiful old mansions, traditional markets, and local temples, or simply relax and enjoy the hospitality and cuisine for which Chettinad is famous.

Inclusions: Accommodation, Breakfast, Private Transport
Highlights: Chettinad

Chettinad to Madurai

Madurai - After breakfast, check out from your hotel and drive to Madurai, one of South India’s oldest cities known for its rich culture and grand temples. On arrival, check in to your hotel. Later, enjoy a rickshaw ride through the old city, experiencing narrow lanes bustling with flower markets, tailors, and sweet shops.

Madurai Meenakshi Amman Temple - Visit the Meenakshi Amman Temple, dedicated to Goddess Meenakshi and Lord Shiva, admired for its tall colorful towers covered in thousands of sculptures.

Thirumalai Nayakar Mahal - Next, visit Thirumalai Nayakar Mahal, a 17th-century palace with beautiful arches, pillars, and courtyards reflecting Indo-Saracenic architecture.

Gandhi Memorial Museum - End the day at the Gandhi Memorial Museum, where you can see photographs and personal items of Mahatma Gandhi and learn about India’s freedom movement. In the evening, revisit the Meenakshi Temple to witness the night ceremony, where Lord Shiva’s idol is carried in a colorful procession to Goddess Meenakshi’s shrine. Return to your hotel for overnight stay.

Inclusions: Accommodation, Breakfast, Private Transport, Entrance fees, Tour Guide
Highlights: Rickshaw Ride, Meenakshi Amman Temple, Thirumalai Nayakar Palace and Gandhi Memorial Museum

Madurai to Periyar (Thekkady)

Madurai - Start your morning with Vanakkam Madurai, a guided walking tour to see local life as the city wakes up, exploring temples, flower sellers, and tea stalls. Return to your hotel for breakfast and check out.

Thekkady - Drive towards Periyar (Thekkady) in Kerala, known for its spice plantations and wildlife. On arrival, check in to your hotel. Later, enjoy a guided spice plantation tour, where you will learn about cardamom, pepper, cinnamon, and other spices grown in the region. Overnight stay at Thekkady.

Inclusions: Accommodation, Breakfast, Private Transport, Entrance fees, Tour Guide
Highlights: Vanakkam Madurai and Guided spice plantation tour.

Thekkady (Jeep Safari & Cooking Class)

Thekkady - Early morning, embark on an exciting Jeep Safari through the forests and villages around Thekkady, where you may spot wildlife like monkeys, deer, and colorful birds along with panoramic views of tea gardens and valleys. Return to your hotel for breakfast and relax.

Periyar to Kumarakom

Kumarakom - After breakfast, check out from your hotel and drive to Kumarakom, a peaceful village by Vembanad Lake, famous for its backwaters and bird sanctuary. On arrival, check in to your hotel and spend the rest of the day at leisure. You can relax by the lake, enjoy an Ayurvedic massage, or watch the sunset over the backwaters.

Inclusions: Accommodation, Breakfast, Private Transport
Highlights: Backwater views, optional Ayurvedic massage, and leisure time by Vembanad Lake.

Kumarakom to Alleppey (Houseboat Experience)

Alleppey Backwaters - After breakfast, check out from your hotel and drive to Alleppey, known as the “Venice of the East”. Here, board your private houseboat and begin a full-day cruise through the serene backwaters of Kerala. Sail past green paddy fields, small villages, coconut groves, and local fishermen at work. Enjoy freshly cooked traditional Kerala meals on board as you relax and experience the peaceful village life along the canals. Overnight stay on the houseboat.

Inclusions: Houseboat, Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Private Transport, Tour Guide

Alleppey to Kochi (via Cherai Beach)

Cherai Beach - After breakfast on the houseboat, check out and drive towards Kochi. En route, stop at Cherai Beach to enjoy the cool breeze and relax for a while. Continue your drive to Fort Kochi and check in to your hotel. The rest of the day is free for you to stroll around the historic streets, cafes, and markets of Fort Kochi. Overnight stay in Kochi.

Inclusions: Accommodation, Breakfast, PrivateTransport
Highlights: Cherai Beach and Relax

Kochi Sightseeing

Chinese Fishing Nets - Today, explore the cultural and historic highlights of Kochi with your guide. Start with the Chinese Fishing Nets, an iconic sight along the coast.

Church of Saint Francis - Visit St. Francis Church, the oldest European church in India where Vasco da Gama was originally buried.

Mattancherry Palace - Explore Mattancherry Palace (Dutch Palace) to see beautiful murals depicting scenes from Hindu epics and the royal life of Kochi rulers.

Paradesi Synagogue - Next, visit the Paradesi Synagogue, the oldest active synagogue in the Commonwealth.

Jew Town - Walk through Jew Town, famous for antique shops and spice markets.

Dhobi Khana Public Laundry - End the day at Dhobi Khana, the traditional public laundry where washermen clean clothes in open-air stone basins. Return to your hotel for overnight stay.

Inclusions: Accommodation, Breakfast, Private Transport, Entrance fees, Tour Guide
Highlights: Chinese Fishing Nets, St. Francis Church, Mattancherry Palace, Paradesi Synagogue, Jew Town, and Dhobi Khana.

Kochi (Leisure Day)

Fort Kochi, Kerala, South India - Today is free for you to explore Fort Kochi at your own pace. You may visit nearby villages, take a cooking class to learn Kerala dishes, or simply relax at cafes and enjoy the colonial streets and local life.

Inclusions: Accommodation, Breakfast

Kochi to Bangalore – Drive to Mysore (Flight will be taken by traveller only)

Mysore - After breakfast, check out from your hotel and transfer to Kochi airport for your flight to Bangalore (flight not included). On arrival at Bangalore airport, meet your driver and continue your journey with a 4-hour drive to Mysore. On arrival, check in to your hotel and relax for the evening.

Inclusions: Accommodation, Breakfast, Transport
Highlights: Travelling

Mysore Sightseeing

Mysuru Palace - Today, explore the royal city of Mysore with your guide. Visit the Mysore Palace, an impressive building with beautiful halls, intricate ceilings, and grand architecture reflecting the Wodeyar dynasty’s glory.

Chamundi Hills - Drive up Chamundi Hill to see the Chamundeshwari Temple dedicated to Goddess Durga and get panoramic views of Mysore city

Brindavan Garden - In the evening, visit Brindavan Gardens, known for its musical fountain show with colorful lights and water displays.

Devaraja Market - End the day at Devaraja Market, a lively market where you can see stalls selling flowers, spices, fruits, and traditional items. Return to your hotel for overnight stay.

Inclusions: Accommodation, Breakfast, Private Transport, Entrance fees, Tour Guide
Highlights: Mysore Palace, Chamundi Hills, Brindavan Gardens.

Mysore to Hassan (via Shravanabelagola)

Shravanbela Gola (Rural) - After breakfast, check out and drive to Hassan. En route, visit Shravanabelagola, a sacred Jain pilgrimage site famous for the 58-feet tall statue of Lord Bahubali carved from a single rock, considered one of the largest monolithic statues in the world.

Belur - Continue to Belur to explore the Chennakesava Temple, known for its detailed sculptures and beautiful carvings depicting scenes from Hindu mythology.

Halebid - Later, visit Halebid, which houses the Hoysaleswara Temple, a masterpiece of Hoysala architecture with intricate stone work on its walls. Check in to your hotel in Hassan for overnight stay.

Inclusions: Accommodation, Breakfast, Private Transport, Entrance fees, Tour Guide
Highlights: Jain statue, Chennakesava Temple and Hoysaleswara Temple.

Hassan to Hampi

Hampi Sightseeing

Virupaksha Temple - After breakfast, explore the historical ruins of Hampi, a UNESCO World Heritage Site known for its temples and ancient monuments from the Vijayanagara Empire. Start with the Virupaksha Temple, dedicated to Lord Shiva, famous for its tall gopuram and beautiful carvings.

Vithala Temple Complex - Visit the Vittala Temple Complex, renowned for its stone chariot and musical pillars that produce musical notes when tapped

Hampi - Explore the Royal Enclosure, where you will see structures like the Queen’s Bath, Mahanavami Dibba, and Elephant Stables, showcasing the grandeur of the royal era.

Achyutaraya Temple - End the tour with Achyutaraya Temple, known for its detailed architecture. Return to your hotel in Hampi for overnight stay.

Inclusions: Accommodation, Breakfast, Private Transport, Entrance fees, Tour Guide
Highlights: Group of temples at Hampi

Hampi Free Day

Hampi to Badami

Badami Cave Temples - After breakfast, check out from your hotel and drive to Badami, known for its rock-cut cave temples carved into sandstone cliffs. Visit the Badami Cave Temples, dating back to the 6th century, with beautiful carvings of Hindu deities.

Badami Fort - Explore Badami Fort, located on top of a hill with ancient temples, granaries, and a watch tower offering panoramic views of the surrounding landscape. Check in to your hotel in Badami for overnight stay.

Inclusions: Accommodation, Breakfast, Private Transport, Entrance fees, Tour Guide
Highlights: Cave temples and Badami Fort

Badami – Pattadakal – Aihole – Badami

Group of Monuments in Pattadakal - Today, enjoy a full-day excursion to visit nearby historical sites. Start with Pattadakal, a UNESCO World Heritage Site known for its group of ancient temples showcasing a mix of Dravidian and Nagara architectural styles.

Badami to Goa

Goa - After breakfast, check out from your hotel and drive towards Goa, a journey of around 6–7 hours with breaks along the way. On arrival in Goa, check in to your hotel. Spend the evening relaxing on one of Goa’s beautiful beaches or exploring the nearby markets and cafes.

Inclusions: Accommodation, Breakfast, Private Transport
Highlights: Goa Beaches

Goa Free Day

Goa - Today is free for you to enjoy at your own pace. You can spend the day relaxing on the beach, swimming, exploring old Portuguese churches, visiting spice plantations, or experiencing Goa’s vibrant markets and nightlife. Optional activities like water sports can also be arranged at an additional cost.

Inclusions: Accommodation, Breakfast
Highlights: Relax in Beach or optional activities

Departure from Goa

Goa - After breakfast, check out from your hotel. You will be transferred to Goa airport for your onward flight. Your memorable 27-day South India and Goa journey comes to an end with beautiful experiences to cherish.

• Accommodation as per Itinerary on twin sharing basis (With Tour With Hotel Option)
• All taxes, fees and handling charges
• Transport by private air conditioned vehicle and well maintained english speaking driver
• 2 bottles of water per traveller per day
• Breakfast
• Entrance fees to monuments and temple as per the program (With Tour with Hotel Option)
• Hotel/port pickup and drop-off
• Local English speaking tour guide as per the program (With Tour with Hotel Option)

• International or domestic flight tickets
• Meals other than breakfast
• Personal expenses such as laundry, phone calls, tips, and camera/video fees
• Optional activities, experiences, or excursions not mentioned in the itinerary
• Travel insurance
• Items not included in the inclusions or program

Set off on an unforgettable 27-day private adventure through South India and Goa, discovering ancient temples, breathtaking UNESCO World Heritage sites, tranquil beaches, and culturally rich towns. Journey from the historic avenues of Chennai to the heritage temples of Tamil Nadu, the peaceful backwaters of Kerala, the lively markets of Karnataka, and the laid-back beaches of Goa. This tour showcases the finest of South India’s spiritual, architectural, and coastal splendor. Enjoy genuine local experiences, traditional cuisines, vibrant markets, and age-old traditions with a professional English-speaking guide and comfortable private transportation throughout your trip.

• No health restrictions
• Their will be long timings between the cities and transfers which is not defined in attractions

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.