Glimpse of South India
Destinations Covered : Chennai - Mahabalipuram - Madurai - Periyar - Kumarakom - Houseboat - Cochin
Duration: 11 Nights / 12 Days
Day 01: Arrive Chennai.
You will be received on arrival followed by transfer to hotel. Overnight at hotel in Chennai.
Day 02: Chennai.
Full day sightseeing tour of Chennai, gateway to the South India. Overnight at hotel in Chennai.
Day 03: Chennai/Mahabalipuram.
Travel to Mahabalipuram en route visiting Kanchipuram (64 km from Chennai), famous for its temples and silk. On arrival in Mahabalipuram check in at the hotel.
Day 04: Mahabalipuram.
Morning excursion tour of Mahabalipuram including the shore temple, Five Rathas (chariots) and the beach.
Day 05: Drive Mahabalipuram /Madurai.
Morning travel to Madurai. On arrival check in at the hotel. No temple travel to India is complete without visiting Madurai.
Day 06: Madurai/Periyar.
Morning visit Meenakshi Temple, one of the most famous temples of India, followed by drive Madurai/Periyar (137 kms/4 hours). Check in at the wildlife resort.
Day 07: Periyar.
Travel to Periyar and cruise on the Periyar Lake, in the cool surroundings Periyar Tiger Reserve, one of the most spectacular game reserves of India. Game viewing of Elephants, antelope, Indian Gaur, Monkeys, spotted Deer, barking deer, wild boar and birds of myriad varieties.
Day 08: Drive Periyar / Kumarakom (120 kms/3 hours).
On arrival check-in at the hotel with the rest of the day at leisure.
Day 09: Kumarakom.
Transfer to boat jetty to board Kettuvallam (Houseboat) for backwater cruise towards Alleppey.
Periyar Lake,South India Tour
Periyar Lake
Cruise the backwaters on one of these beautifully crafted vessels with your attentive crew - a relaxing and romantic way to explore this remarkable area.
Lunch & dinner on board.
Day 10: Cochin.
Arrive at Alleppey boat jetty, and drive to Cochin (63 kms/1.5 hous). On arrival check-in at the hotel.
Day 11: Cochin.
Sightsee Cochin city by visiting its natural harbor, Mattancherry or Dutch Palace, Jewish Synagogue, Chinese Fishing Nets etc. Before retuning to the hotel proceed to see Kathakali dance. Overnight stay at the hotel.
Day 12: Proceed for your ongoing destination.
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