South India Cultural & Heritage Tour

South India Cultural & Heritage Tour

  • Places Covered Mumbai - Chennai - Pondicherry - Thanjavur - Madurai - Periyar - Kumarakom - Kovalam - Kanyakumari - Thiruvananthapuram - Mumbai
  • Durations
    16 Nights - 17 Days

Overview

The rich culture, traditions, and ancient temple architecture of Southern India have always captivated the world. This tour will take you on a cultural and heritage journey through South India. Your first stop will be Chennai, followed by visits to stunning Indian beaches, unique temples with Dravidian architecture, historical monuments, lush greenery, and the backwaters of Kerala. Enjoy the beauty of the Kerala beach, surrounded by coconut groves on one side and the Arabian Sea on the other.

Detail Itinerary

On arrival, you will be received by our representative and transferred to the hotel. On arrival, check-in your hotel and the rest of the day is leisure. Overnight stay at the hotel. 

Move out for the sightseeing tour, which includes Gateway of India, hanging gardens, Juhu beach, and an excursion to the historical Elephanta Caves. Evening at your discretion to indulge in some of the countless pastimes of Mumbai. Overnight stay at the hotel in Mumbai.

After breakfast at the hotel, transfer to the airport to board the flight for Chennai. On arrival, you will be received by our representative and transferred to your hotel. On arrival, check-in at your hotel. After a brief refreshment, move out for the sightseeing tour and visit Fort St. George, Govt. Museum, Art Gallery, Valluvar Kottam, Snake Park, Kapaleeswarar Temple, Santhome Cathedral, and the Marina Beach. Evening to enjoy at the busy bazaars of Chennai. Overnight stay at the hotel in Chennai.

Enjoy breakfast at your hotel before heading to Pondicherry. Once you arrive, check-in to your hotel and spend the day as you please, taking advantage of the stunning beaches in the area.

Overnight stay at the hotel in Pondicherry.

This morning starts with a delicious breakfast and checks out from the hotel for a sightseeing tour and explores the lively Goubert Markets at the city's heart. After that, visit the renowned Aurobindo Ashram, where the members maintain a peaceful atmosphere despite the bustling crowds. The ashram is based on the teachings of Sri Aurobindo and Mira Alfassa. Next, visit the Basilica of the Sacred Heart of Jesus. This Catholic Church is a prime example of Gothic architecture and one of the best churches to visit in Pondicherry. Take a Rickshaw ride through the French Colonies and Commercial Streets in the evening.

Overnight stay at the hotel.

After breakfast, drive to Thanjavur; once you arrive, proceed to check in to the hotel. The city is home to several captivating tourist attractions, which are perfect for excursions. Visit the Sri Brihadeeswara Temple, a magnificent architectural wonder and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Afterward, you can explore the Thanjavur Palace, which showcases the grandeur of the Nayak and Maratha dynasties. Additionally, the museum is an excellent place to learn about the region's rich cultural heritage. Next, the Saraswathi Mahal Library is a must-visit destination, as it houses rare and ancient manuscripts. After a fulfilling day of sightseeing, return to your hotel for an overnight stay.

Morning transfer to Madurai for some exciting sightseeing and a leisure trip. Visit the 16th-century Thirumalai Nayak Palace in the afternoon. Visit the largest Meenakshi temple afterward; it has two main shrines, one to the goddess Parvati and the other to Shiva. You can also visit the 1,000-pillar hall constructed by the Nayakas in the 16th century out of solid granite stones. Return to the hotel to spend the night.

After breakfast in the morning, a picturesque drive through rubber plantations and forested mountains and reach Periyar National Park - to see wild elephants. On arrival, check-in at your hotel. Rest of the day at leisure. Overnight stay at the hotel.

After breakfast, proceed to Periyar; upon arrival, check in to the hotel and get ready for sightseeing. Lake for a boat cruise. Enjoy the sight of amazing wild animals and birds while on board. After some rest, leave for the safari deep inside the national park. Overnight stay at the hotel.

After the leisure-filled breakfast, drive straight to Kumarakom- a beautiful village on the banks of Vembanad Lake. On arrival, check-in at your hotel. The rest of the day can relax on the lush green lawns or recline under the coconut trees. Relax with the breathtaking view of the lake during dawn and dusk and get a glimpse of the formation of the birds flapping.

Overnight stay at the hotel.

After breakfast in the morning, check in the houseboat. Take a houseboat trip through Kerala's legendary backwaters to Alappuzha, the "Venice of the East". Stay in a traditional Kerala house opening right over the Vembanad Lake, surrounded by banana plantations. Overnight stay at a houseboat.

After breakfast at the houseboat, drive straight to Kovalam-the internationally renowned beach destination. On arrival, check-in at the hotel. Rest of the day at leisure, or you can enjoy the rest at your discretion to enjoy the cool beach flanked by coconut groves on one side and the Arabian Sea on the other.

After breakfast at the houseboat, drive straight to Kovalam-the internationally renowned beach destination. On arrival, check-in at the hotel. 

Start your excursion with Thiruvananthapuram, covering the Museum complex, Padmanabha Swamy Temple, Science & Technology museum, Veli tourist village, Akkulam boat club, Shangumugham Beach, a day at leisure on the beach. Overnight stay at Kovalam.
 

After breakfast, check out from the Hotel and transfer to Kanyakumari. Upon arrival in Kanyakumari, check-in at the hotel in the afternoon; later, go for Kanyakumari sightseeing.

Visit Vivekananda Rock, which houses a memorial dedicated to Swami Vivekananda. The Memorial is built at the convergence of the Indian Ocean, the Arabian Sea, and the Bay of Bengal. Kanyakumari is a place where you can enjoy Sunrise and Sunset from the same point, something special to remember. Enjoy the Sunset of Kanyakumari from the tip of India.

Overnight at the Hotel.

After breakfast, proceed for sightseeing, experiencing a tour around Trivandrum: The top attractions to explore in this city include Neyyar Dam and Wildlife Sanctuary, Sri Padmanabhaswamy Temple, Karikkakom Chamundi Devi Temple, Kanakakunnu Palace, Chalai Bazaar, and Sri Chitra Art Gallery. You can also unwind at Shanghumukham Beach in the evening. Overnight stay at the hotel.

Morning drive to the airport to board the flight for Mumbai. On arrival in Mumbai, you will be received by our representative and transferred to a pre-booked hotel. Rest of the day is leisure. Overnight stay at the hotel.

In the morning, transfer to the international airport, Mumbai, to board the flight for your onward journey.

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