South India Tour- Temple Architecture and Backwaters

Meeting and assistance on arrival at the airport, our representative will meet to welcome and escort you by a private chauffeur driven car and Transfer to the hotel. On arrival check-in at the hotel. whilst the room keys and check-in is organized, our representative would hand over the Welcome Folder documents and brief you the tour programmed. Afternoon city tour visiting, Kapaleeshwarar Temple: A masterpiece of Dravidian architecture, this ancient Shiva temple, is the biggest in Chennai. Fort St.George: Located on the seashore near the harbor, Fort St. George was built for the East India Co. in 1960 AD. Marina Beach: the pride of Chennai is the second longest beach in the World and has a wide sandy foreshore. Other attractions are Fort Museum and St. Mary's Church and Little Mount Shrine. Overnight at the hotel.

8 Hours • Admission Ticket Free

Mahabalipuram Lighthouse

After breakfast depart by surface to Mahabalipuram, On arrival check-in at Hotel. Mahabalipuram: The temples of Mamallapuram, built largely during the reigns of Narasimhavarman and his successor Rajasimhavarman, showcase the movement from rock-cut architecture to structural building. Afternoon city tour visiting Mahishashuramardini Cave, Pancha Pandava Rathas, Tiger Cave, shore temple (Belongs to 8th Century AD) and Evening relax on the beach. overnight at the hotel.

8 Hours • Admission Ticket Not Included

Pondicherry

After breakfast depart by surface to Pondicherry. On arrival check-in at Hotel. Afternoon city tour visiting Shri Aurobindo Ashram: Shri Aurobindo, the great seer, poet and prophet of the twentieth century, made Pondicherry his home from 1910 till his death in 1950. His vision and ideals continue to draw people from all over the world, Pondicherry Museum: On display are the findings of Arikamedu, the Chola bronzes and sculptures, glimpses of French heritage, specimens of modern and traditional handicraft, paintings, armories, carvings and many other things of historical interest, Eglise De Sacre Coeur De Jesus: Dedicated to the Sacred Heart of Jesus, this church is noted for its gothic architecture and stained glass panels which depict the entire life of Jesus Christ, Botanical Garden: Established by C.S. Perrotet in 1826, it preserves a large variety of exotic species of plants from all over India and abroad. Overnight at the hotel.

8 Hours • Admission Ticket Free

Thanjavur

After breakfast depart by surface to Tanjore, On arrival check in at Hotel. Tanjore is famous for many reasons since the time of Cholas. The name itself has many interesting legends related to it. According to one of them, Tanjore probably was called Tanjai. The other legends attribute the name of the city to Tanjam, a demon who was haunting the locality and was destroyed by God Vishnu. However, apart from these legends Tanjore also has a sound history of different dynasties that ruled over it. The Cholas conquered Thanjavoor in about 850 A.D. replacing the Mutharayar Chiefs and made it their capital. The Cholas ruled over, Pandyas and Cheras. Afternoon visits the famous for Tanjore paintings, silk weaving and the Bharatanatyam classical dance form. Overnight at Hotel.

8 Hours • Admission Ticket Free

After breakfast depart by surface to Trichy, On arrival check-in at Hotel. Tiruchirappalli, universally known as Trichy, is a sprawling but extremely enjoyable city with two extraordinary temples – one perched high above the town on a rocky mount – and many travellers find Trichy more enjoyable than the clamour of the more renowned Madurai. Trichy’s long history dates back to before the Christian era when it was a Chola citadel. During the 1st millennium AD, both the Pallavas and Pandyas took power many times before the Cholas regained control in the 10th century. When the Chola Empire finally decayed, Trichy came into the realm of the Vijayanagar emperors of Hampi until their defeat in 1565 by the forces of the Deccan sultans. Afternoon city tour visiting the Rock Fort Temple and Srirangam temple, walk through China Bazaar, Grand Bazaar, and side streets. Overnight at Hotel

8 Hours • Admission Ticket Free

Chettinad

After breakfast depart by surface to Chettinad. On arrival check-in at Hotel. Chettinad- well known for its houses embellished with marble and Burma teak, wide courtyards and spacious rooms. As the legend goes, the usual walls are polished with a paste made of egg white for a smooth texture. Afternoon Chettinad tour visits the Chettiars mansions and the Museum. Overnight at the hotel.

8 Hours • Admission Ticket Not Included

Madurai

After breakfast depart by surface to Madurai, On arrival check-in at Hotel.

8 Hours • Admission Ticket Free

Madurai Meenakshi Amman Temple

The city tour visiting Meenakshi Temple - The focus of both Indian and international tourist attraction as well as one of the most important places of Hindu pilgrimage. Tirumalai Nayak Mahal, The Gandhi Museum, Koodal Alahagar Temple - This ancient shrine has Vishnu in sitting, standing and reclining postures one above the other . Other attractions include Vandiyur Mariamman Teppakulam and Pazhamudhirsolai . Afternoon at leisure . Overnight at Hotel.

3 Hours • Admission Ticket Not Included

Munnar

After breakfast depart by surface to Munnar, On arrival check in at Hotel.

8 Hours • Admission Ticket Free

Kannan Devan Tea Museum

Afternoon a full-day city tour Munnar. The first stop is the Tea Museum, where you learn about the processing of the favorite brew of India. Later, proceed to the beautiful Mattupetty Dam, Echo Point, and Kundala Lake. In the afternoon visit the Eravikulam National Park. The high attitude sanctuary is known for the Nilgiri Tahr and the Neelakurinji flowers that bloom once in 12 years. Overnight at the hotel.

3 Hours • Admission Ticket Not Included

Munnar

Full day free for independent activities. Overnight at Hotel.

8 Hours • Admission Ticket Free

Periyar Lake

After breakfast depart by surface to Periyar . On arrival, check-in at Hotel. The Periyar Lake is a paradise for the nature lovers. It gives you an opportunity to observe the wild animals roaming in the jungle. The lake is also a birdwatcher’s delight. The greatest attraction of Periyar Lake, however, is the herds of wild elephants that come down to play in the lake. Moreover, the Sanctuary Watch Tower situated in the forest interior gives you a panoramic view of the park. Overnight at the hotel.

8 Hours • Admission Ticket Free

Kumarakom

After breakfast depart by surface to Kumarakom, On arrival check-in at Hotel. Kumarakom is a must-visit a place of Kerala. The main attraction includes the Kumarakom bird sanctuary set in 14 acres of woods. The sanctuary has a large variety of migratory birds and offers a visitor the options of sailing in its backwaters. Sailing in the boathouses out here is a once in a lifetime experience. Poled by local oarsmen, the houseboats are generally furnished with a living room, a bedroom, a private sit-out for the passengers and some of the water-related hobby options. Kumarakom is also famous for its old churches and the exceptionally popular Ayurveda treatment. Overnight at Hotel.

8 Hours • Admission Ticket Free

Alleppey Backwaters

After breakfast depart by surface to Allepey, On arrival check-in at Hotel. With the Arabian sea on the west and a vast network of lakes, lagoons and fresh water rivers crisscrossing it, Alappuzha is a district of immense natural beauty. Referred to as the Venice of the East by travelers from across the world, this backwater country is also home ot diverse animal and bird life. By virtue of its proximity to the sea, the town has always enjoyed a unique place in the maritime history of Kerala. Today, Alappauzha has grown in importance as a backwater tourist centre, attracting several thousands of foreign tourists each year. Alappuzha is also famous for its boat races, houseboat holidays, beaches, marine products and coir industry. A singular characteristic of this land is the region called Kuttanad.

8 Hours • Admission Ticket Not Included

Kochi (Cochin)

In time transfer to airport to board flight for onward destination

• Admission Ticket Free