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South India Heritage Tour

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Tour Destinations


Highlights

  • Visit the famous Marina Beach in Chennai, the second largest in the world.
  • Visit UNESCO World Heritage Site of 7th and 8th-century Hindu Group of Monuments at Mahabalipuram.
  • Explore Pondicherry, a French colonial settlement in India until 1954.
  • Visit Meenakshi Amman Temple (Madurai), one of the oldest and most important temples in India.
  • Explore the rolling hills of Misty Munnar dotted with tea plantations.
  • Visit Periyar National Park, ever green forest in the mountainous Western Ghats.

Itinerary

On arrival at Chennai airport, Alkof Holidays representative will welcome you and transfer you to the hotel. Rest of the day at leisure. Overnight stay at the hotel.

After breakfast at the hotel, proceed for a full day guided tour to Chennai, visit the famous Marina Beach (the second largest in the world), Kapaleshwar Temple, Fort St.George (the oldest fort in Chennai). Thereafter, head straight to Santhome Cathedral, National Art Gallery, St.Mary’s Church, Anna Zoological Park, Birla Planetarium and People’s Park. Also visit Kalakshetra and Theosophical Society. Overnight stay at the hotel.

After breakfast at the hotel, leave for Mahabalipuram, en-route visit Kanchipuram - the city of 1000 temples and one of the seven sacred cities in India, here you can visit the Kamakshi Amman Temple, The Kanchi Kailasanathar Temple, Varadaraja Perumal Temple, and Ekamberashwar Temple etc. Later continue drive to Mahabalipuram, upon arrival check-in to your hotel. Rest and relax at the hotel, later visit the UNESCO World Heritage Site of 7th- and 8th-century Hindu Group of Monuments, visit Pancha Rathas, Ganesha Ratha, Cave Temples, Descent of the Ganges, Shore Temple, Olakkannesvara Temple, Mukunda Nayanar Temple, Pidari Ratha / Valian Kuttai Ratha, and Krishna’s Butterball. Overnight stay at the hotel.

After breakfast at the hotel, leave for Pondicherry. Upon arrival at Pondicherry, check-in to your hotel. Rest and relax at the hotel, later proceed to explore the city, visit Aurobindo Ashram, Botanical Garden, Memorial House, Manakula Vinayagar Temple, Vedapureeswarar Temple. Enjoy boating at Chunnambar backwater and the beautiful beaches of Pondicherry. Overnight stay at the hotel.

After breakfast at the hotel, leave for Madurai, en-route visit to Trichy (Tiruchirappalli), visit Rock Fort Temple, Jambukeshwara Temple and Srirangam Temple. Later continue your drive to Madurai, upon arrival check-in to your hotel. In the evening, visit the Meenakshi Temple for the special evening Aarti. Overnight stay at the hotel.

After breakfast at the hotel, proceed for the sightseeing tour of Madurai, visit Meenakshi Sundareshwar, one of the largest temple complex in India. Later visit Thirupparamkunram Murugan Temple, Palamuthirsolai Murugan Temple. Also visit the Tirumal Nayak’s Palace, Alagar Koil and Gandhi Museum. Overnight stay at the hotel.

After breakfast at the hotel, leave for Thekkady (the location of the Periyar National Park). Upon arrival at Thekkady (Periyar), check-in at your resort. Rest and relax at the resort, later visit Kumily - a beautiful town and a popular tourist destination near Thekkady. Overnight stay at the resort.

After breakfast at the resort, proceed for the sightseeing of Periyar National Park. Periyar National Park, also known as Periyar Tiger Reserve, is thick ever green forest in the mountainous Western Ghats of Kerala. Noted for its geomorphology, diversity of wild life and scenic beauty, the sanctuary was declared a Tiger Reserve in 1978. This wildlife sanctuary is home to tigers and a significant elephant population, as well as rare lion-tailed macaques, sambar deer, leopards and Indian bison. It is one of those wildlife reserves in India that remain open even in monsoon season. Optional activities like Boating at Periyar Lake, and Elephant Ride can be done at an extra cost. Overnight stay at the resort.

After breakfast at the resort, leave for Munnar “Scenic hills of Kerala”, on your way you will enjoy the scenic beauty and the marvelous waterfalls of Kerala, with high mountains and the low flying clouds passing by. Upon arrival at Munnar, check-in to your hotel. Rest and relax at the hotel, later in the evening, enjoy a walk at the Tea Estate of Munnar. Overnight stay at the hotel.

After breakfast at the hotel, spend the day in exploring the rolling hills of Misty Munnar dotted with tea plantations. Situated at the confluence of three mountain streams - Mudrapuzha, Nallathanni and Kundale, Munnar is a town in the Western Ghats mountain range famous for its tea estates, exotic lush greenery and craggy peaks. This majestic hill station was once the summer resort of the British government in South India. Local sightseeing of Munnar includes visit to Mattupetty Dam, Kundale Lake and Echo point. Later in the afternoon proceed to Rajamalai (Eravikulam) National Park, were the rarest species of mountain goat, "Nilgiri Thars", can be spotted. Overnight stay at the hotel.

After breakfast at the hotel, leave for Cochin. Upon arrival at Cochin, check-in to your hotel. Rest and relax at the hotel, later proceed for local sightseeing of Cochin, visit Fort Kochi, Marine Drive, St.Francis Church, Dutch Palace, Santa Cruz Basilica, Bolgatty Island, and Indo Portuguese Museum. Overnight stay at the hotel.

After breakfast at the hotel, Alkof Holidays representative transfer you to Cochin airport to board a flight to your home or onward destination.

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What's Included?

Accommodation

  • 11 nights accommodation in 3 star deluxe hotels on twin or double sharing basis

Meals

  • Daily breakfast at the hotels

Guide

  • English speaking local destination guides

Transport

  • All sightseeing and transfers by private air-conditioned vehicle as per the itinerary

Additional Services

  • Personal assistance during arrival and departure
  • 1 mineral water bottle per person per day
  • All applicable taxes

What's Excluded?

Flights

  • Any International or domestic flights are not included

Additional Services

  • Insurance - It is advisable that you buy a comprehensive medical/travel insurance in advance from your country before traveling to India.
  • Visa fee (if applicable)
  • Any personal expenses, laundry, or telephone charges
  • Any monument entrance fee, camera fee
  • Anything not mentioned in the Inclusions

Accommodation

3 Star Accommodation

Name Address Type
The Belstead Hotel Chennai Hotel
Hotel Mamalla Heritage Mahabalipuram Hotel
Hotel Bon Sejour Pondicherry Hotel
Hotel Royal Court Madurai Hotel
Treetop Thekkady Hotel
Misty Mountain Resort Munnar Hotel
Abaam Hotel Kochi Hotel

Note: Hotel upgrades are available as per your choice.

Good To Know

Payment Terms

A deposit of 10% is required to confirm this tour, and the remaining balance will be charged 60 days prior tour starting date. For any bookings within 60 days of departure, the full tour amount will be charged upon booking. This can be paid through bank transfer, credit/debit card, or cash.

Cancellation

No additional cancellation fees apply for this tour. You can cancel the tour prior tour starting date and avoid paying the full amount, but the deposit you have paid is non-refundable. No refund applies for cancellations within of tour starting date.

VISA

It is the sole responsibility of each individual traveller to get the required visa(s) for this tour, as visa requirements vary depending on your nationality. We recommend to check with the Embassy of India in your home country.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Travel is one of those things that naturally gives rise to queries, concerns and doubts, so we’re here to put your mind at ease. Various "FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS" on your travel to India will be covered into the document, kindly go through the same. If there are any other questions, that are not mentioned in FAQ, then please feel free to contact us, it would be our pleasure to assist you.


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Price On Request

Duration
12 Days
Destinations
Chennai, Kanchipuram Chennai, Kanchipuram, Mahabalipuram, Pondicherry, Tiruchirappalli, Madurai, Thekkady, Periyar National Park, Kumily, Munnar, Eravikulam National Park, Kochi +10 more
Starts/Ends In
Chennai / Kochi
Age Range
1 - 80 Years Old
Duration: Days

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