10D9N SOUTH INDIA (IN & OUT CHENNAI) – (PRIVATE TOUR)
Overview
Continue your 10-day, 9-night journey through the lush hills of Munnar, a haven for tea plantations and stunning landscapes. Here, you can unwind amidst nature, taking in the misty air and endless greenery. After soaking in the serenity of Munnar, venture to Thekkady, home to the renowned Periyar National Park. Enjoy a boat ride through the Periyar Lake, where you may spot wildlife such as elephants, deer, and exotic birds. The adventure continues to Alleppey, known as the “Venice of the East,” where you’ll experience the calm of Keralaโs backwaters on a traditional houseboat, gliding through scenic waterways bordered by coconut palms and rustic villages.
From Alleppey, the tour proceeds to the vibrant city of Cochin (Kochi), where you’ll discover the cityโs eclectic mix of cultures, from its Dutch and Portuguese heritage to its rich Indian traditions. Visit historic sites such as the Mattancherry Palace, Jewish Synagogue, and the famous Chinese Fishing Nets. After exploring Cochin, return to Chennai for a final day of relaxation or last-minute shopping before your journey home. This immersive tour through South Indiaโs scenic, spiritual, and historical treasures will leave you with lasting memories of its beauty and diversity.
Included/Excluded
- Accommodation on twin/double sharing basis as per itinerary
- Breakfast at hotel
- Driver and transportation as per itinerary
- All expenses related to driver and vehicle
- All taxes are applicable
- Return international flight ticket / Rail Fare
- Indian Visa
- Travel insurance
- Meals not mentioned in the itinerary
- Any portage at airports and hotels, tips, wine, mineral water, telephone charges and al items of personal nature
- Any services not mentioned in inclusion
- Any transportation which is not mentioned in the itinerary entrance fees to amusement parks and boating charges
- Expenses caused by factors beyond our control like rail and flight delays, roadblocks, and vehicle malfunction, political disturbances, etc
Day 1: Kuala Lumpur โ Chennai
- Greet and meet on arrival at Chennai airport.
- Proceed to hotel.
- Check-in at the hotel.
- Overnight stay at Chennai.
Day 2: Chennai (Breakfast)
- Breakfast at hotel.
- Proceed to visit Kapaleeswar Temple, Fort St. George, Museum, Santhome Church, St. Thomas Mount and Marina Beach.
- Drive back to the hotel.
- Overnight stay at Chennai.
Day 3: Chennai โ Thirupathi (Breakfast)
- Check out of the hotel after breakfast.
- Proceed to Tirupati.
- En route, visit Tiruttani Murugan Temple.
- Arrival at Tirupati, check in to the hotel.
- Refresh and proceed to visit Lord Venkateswara Temple and Padmavathi Temple.
- Drive back to the hotel.
- Overnight stay at Tirupati.
Day 4: Thirupathi โ Pondicherry (Breakfast)
- Check out of the hotel after breakfast.
- Proceed to Pondicherry.
- Check in to the hotel.
- Refresh and proceed to visit Auroville, Aurobindo Ashram, Manakula Vinayagar Temple, and Beach.
- Drive back to the hotel.
- Overnight stay at Pondicherry.
Day 5: Pondicherry โ Trichy (Breakfast)
- Check out of the hotel after breakfast.
- Proceed to Trichy.
- Arrival at Trichy, check in to the hotel.
- Refresh and proceed to visit, Srirangam Ranganatha Swamy Temple, Rock fort Uchipillayar Temple and Samayapuram Mariamman Temple.
- Drive back to the hotel.
- Overnight stay at Trichy.
Day 6: Trichy โ Tanjore (Breakfast)
- Check out of the hotel after breakfast.
- Proceed to Tanjore.
- Check in at hotel.
- Overnight stay at hotel.
- Visit Big Temple and Saraswathi Mahal Library.
- Overnight stay at Tanjore.
Day 7: Tanjore โ Kumbakonam (Breakfast)
- Breakfast at hotel.
- Proceed to visit Suriyanar Kovil Navagraha Sun temple, Vaitheeswaran Koil Navagraha Sevvai temple, Thiruvenkadu Navagraha Budhan temple, Kanchanur Navagraha Sukkiran temple and Keezha Perum Pallam Navagraha Kethu temple.
- Drive back to the hotel.
- Overnight stay at Kumbakonam.
Day 8: Kumbakonam โ Mahabalipuram (Breakfast)
- Check out of the hotel after breakfast.
- Proceed to Chidambaram.
- Arrival at Chidambaram and visit Nataraja Temple and Thillai Kali Temple.
- Proceed to Pondicherry.
- Arrival at Pondicherry and visit Auroville, Aurobindo Ashram, Manakula Vinayagar Temple and Beach.
- Later, proceed to Mahabalipuram.
- Arrival at Mahabalipuram.
- Check in to the hotel and refresh.
- Overnight stay at Mahabalipuram.
Day 9: Mahabalipuram โ Chennai (Breakfast)
- Check out of the hotel after breakfast.
- Proceed to visit Five Rathas, Arjunaโs Penance, Krishna Mandapam, Shore Temple, and Beach.
- Later, proceed to Chennai.
- Arrival at Chennai.
- Check in to the hotel.
- Refresh and rest of the day free for leisure.
- Overnight stay at Chennai.
Day 10: Chennai โ Departure (Breakfast)
- After breakfast, check out hotel.
- Transfer to Chennai airport for departure.
THIS TABLE BELOW SHOWS COST PER PERSON
Hotel Category | 2 People | 4 People | 6 People | 7 People | 9 People | Extra Bed |
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3 Star | MYR 3680 | MYR 2970 | MYR 2490 | MYR 2330 | MYR 2550 | MYR 1040 |
4 Star | MYR 4830 | MYR 4090 | MYR 3610 | MYR 3570 | MYR 3380 | MYR 1260 |
THIS TABLE BELOW SHOWS COST PER PERSON
City | 3 Star | 4 Star |
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Chennai | Taz Kamar or similar | The Residency or similar |
Tirupathi | Ramee Guestline or similar | Starlit Suites or similar |
Pondicherry | Anatha Inn or similar | Shenbaga hotel or similar |
Trichy | Breeze Residency or similar | SRM or similar |
Tanjore | Grand Ashoka or similar | Lakshmi hotel or similar |
Kumbakonam | Vinayaka Poppys or similar | Chola Dynasty or similar |
Mamallapuram | Mamalla Heritage or similar | Grand Bey or similar |
Chennai | Taz Kamar or similar | The Residency or similar |
- Rooms are subject to availability upon confirmation of the booking.
- Incidental charges will be on the passenger’s account.
- In case of non-availability of rooms at the hotels mentioned, we shall provide you alternate hotels of similar category.
- Itinerary is subject to change due to weather and traffic conditions.
- Ground tour cost valid from April โ September 2024.