South India Tour
South India, will give you a different face, and an equally different rhythm, take the time to sail on the channels of the backwaters. Enjoy the green places and the ambient calm (apart from the possible engines) but above all, do not forget to take advantage of the freshness of a freshly cut coconut on a roadside. No matter your trip, India will will leave an unerasable mark.
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Destination
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Departure
Chennai -
Departure Time
Please arrive by 9:15 AM for a departure at 9:30 AM. -
Return Time
Approximately 8:30 PM. -
Dress Code
Casual, comfortable athletic clothing, hat and light jacket. -
Included
5 Star AccommodationAirplane TransportBreakfastPersonal Guide -
Not Included
Departure Taxes
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Day 1: Arrival Chennai - Mahabalipuram
Welcome at the airport and drive to Mahabalipuram. Night at the hotel.
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Day 2: Mahabalipuram - Kanchipuram - Mahabalipuram
Visit of Mahabalipuram, its temples and a monument "Five Rathas" and Pretty beach. Then road towards Kanchipuram, is part of the 7 sacred cities of Hinduism. Visits of Ekambereshwara, Kamakshiamman and Kailasanatha temples. Return to Mahabalipuram. Night at the hotel.
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Day 3: Mahabalipuram - Tiruvanamalai (150 Km - 3H drive)
In the morning, road to Gingee Fort, it is located on three hills: Krishnagiri, Rajagiri and Chandrayandurg then continue towards Tiruvanamalai. On your arrival, explore the Annamalaiyar temple dedicated to the God Shiva.
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Day 4: Thiruvanamalai - Pondicherry (106Km - 2/3 H drive)
This day, you continue your road towards Pondicherry. Overnight at the hotel.
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Day 5:Pondicherry
Pondicherry, the old French trading post. You will visit the French quarter which is located along the sea. You can see there street names in French, French establishments. In the afternoon, take a walk in the city.
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Day 6: Pondicherry - Tanjavur (169 Km - 3 / 4H drive)
In the morning, visit the temple of Chidambaram, Gandakondacholapuram or Kumbakonam then continue the road to Tanjavur, it was an ancient capital of Royaum Chola. Overnight at the hotel.
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Day 7: Thanjavur- Chettinad
Start your visit with the Brihadishvara temple, the largest temple in Tamil Nadu, then take your road to Chettinad, known for its unique architecture. All houses built according to the traditional science of Indian architecture.
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Day 8:Chettinad - Rameswaram (140 Km - 3 H drive)
In the morning, you visit the fortresses of Thirumayam and the temple of Gokarneshwara then take the road towards Rameswaram which is a high place of pilgrimage for the Shaivites and the Vaishnavaites.
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Day 9: Rameswaram - Madurai (200 Km - 4 / 5H drive)
In the morning, start by visiting temples like Ramanathaswamy, known for its magnificent corridors and huge carved pillars, Agnitheertham, a very calm temple. Visit the beautiful beaches in Olaikuda, Dhanushkodi and Pamban then drive to Madurai. Night at the hotel.
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Day 10: Madurai
In the morning, visit of Meenakshi temple, one of the most beautiful temple of Tamil Nadu, visits to the Thirumalai Naikan Palace from the 18th century and the Gandhi Museum. Walk in the city and overnight at the hotel.
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Day 11: Madurai - Chennai (1 hour flight)
Flight to Chennai. Airport reception and transfer to hotel. Visit the market and walk around the city.
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Day 12: Chennai - Departure
Transfer to the international airport for your flight. END OF OUR SERVICES
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South India, will give you a different face, and an equally different rhythm, take the time to sail on the channels of the backwaters. Enjoy the green places and the ambient calm (apart from the possible engines) but above all, do not forget to take advantage of the freshness of a freshly cut coconut on a roadside. No matter your trip, India will will leave an unerasable mark.Make Your Own Memories
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South India, will give you a different face, and an equally different rhythm, take the time to sail on the channels of the backwaters. Enjoy the green places and the ambient calm (apart from the possible engines) but above all, do not forget to take advantage of the freshness of a freshly cut coconut on a roadside. No matter your trip, India will will leave an unerasable mark.