ARRIVAL CHENNAI - TRANSFER TO MAMALLAPURAM

Mahabalipuram - Receive a warm welcome at Chennai Airport. Travel along the Coromandel Coast to Mamallapuram. Visit the Shore Temple, Pancha Rathas, and Arjuna’s Penance.

MAMALLAPURAM – AUROVILLE – PONDICHERRY

Pondicherry - Journey to Pondicherry with a stop at Auroville (Matrimandir) along the way. In the evening, explore the French Quarter and Sri Aurobindo Ashram.

PONDICHERRY – DARASURAM – TANJORE

Thanjavur - Travel to Tanjore, stopping en route to visit the Darasuram Airavatesvara Temple (UNESCO) and a silk weaving village. Continue to Tanjore and visit the Brihadeshvara Temple (UNESCO) in the evening.

TANJORE - KADAI VEEDU (KARAIKUDI) - MADURAI

Madurai - Head to Karaikudi in the Chettinad region. Discover heritage mansions, Athangudi tile workshops, and local village life. Proceed to Madurai, a historic temple city renowned for its magnificent Dravidian architecture and spiritual importance.

MADURAI – TEMPLES & PALACE

Madurai - Visit the Sri Meenakshi Temple, flower and fabric markets, and Thirumalai Nayak Palace. The evening is free for local exploration or a cultural walk.

MADURAI - THEKKADY (SPICE PLANTATION)

Thekkady - Travel into Kerala’s Western Ghats to Thekkady. Enjoy an afternoon spice plantation walk with a naturalist. In the evening, attend a Kalaripayattu martial art show.

THEKKADY – ALLEPPEY (BACKWATER EXPERIENCE)

Alleppey Backwaters - Drive to Alleppey in the morning. Stay at a traditional backwater homestay. Delight in Kerala meals, canoe rides, and village walks.

ALLEPPEY – KOCHI

Kochi (Cochin) - Travel to Kochi. Discover Fort Kochi, including St. Francis Church, Santa Cruz Basilica, Dutch Palace, and Chinese Fishing Nets. In the evening, enjoy a Kathakali dance performance.

KOCHI - AIRPORT DEPARTURE

Kochi (Cochin) - The morning is free for shopping or leisure. After check-out, transfer to Cochin International Airport for the onward journey.

• Kathakali dance show at Cochin
• Plantation tour, Kalaripayattu martial art show at Thekkady
• Entrance fees
• Air condition transport for the entire tour
• Traditional lunch at Karaikudi
• Lunch
• Cycle rickshaw tour at Madurai
• On spot English speaking guide
• Dinner
• Breakfast
• One night at Home stay with all meals, Village walk and canoe boat ride at Alleppey
• 8 Nights Accommodation

• Language speaking guide
• Meals, camera fees
• Tips

Embark on an exceptional 9-day cultural adventure through Tamil Nadu and Kerala, showcasing the finest of South India. Explore ancient UNESCO-listed temples, majestic Chettinad mansions, lively spice markets, and the charm of traditional village life.

Delight in engaging activities such as rickshaw rides through historic towns, captivating Kathakali dance shows, martial arts exhibitions, and a tranquil houseboat stay on the backwaters of Alleppey. This tour seamlessly combines history, culture, cuisine, and nature, providing a genuine and memorable South Indian experience.

• Child rate applies only when sharing with 2 paying adults
• Children must be accompanied by an adult
• Dress code is smart casual
• The duration of transfers are approximate, the exact duration will depend on the time of day and traffic conditions

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