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Overview

Discover the extraordinary diversity of South India on this unforgettable journey through the culturally rich states of Tamil Nadu, Kerala and Karnataka. Explore magnificent temples, UNESCO World Heritage Sites, colonial towns, misty hill stations, tranquil backwaters and royal cities while experiencing the region's rich heritage, spectacular landscapes and warm hospitality.

Trip Details

Duration: 14 Nights / 15 Days
Tour Routing: Chennai → Mahabalipuram → Pondicherry → Chidambaram → Kumbakonam → Thanjavur → Trichy → Madurai → Thekkady → Alleppey → Cochin → Munnar → Ooty → Mysore → Shravanabelagola → Hassan → Belur → Halebidu → Bengaluru

Best Time to Visit

October to March offers cool and pleasant weather, making it the perfect time for long temple visits, backwater cruising, and enjoying the hill stations.

Top Feature Highlights

  • Discover the best of Tamil Nadu, Kerala & Karnataka.
  • Explore UNESCO World Heritage Sites.
  • Visit iconic Dravidian Temples & Sacred Shrines.
  • Experience the French colonial charm of Pondicherry.
  • Cruise Kerala's tranquil Backwaters aboard a Deluxe Houseboat.
  • Discover the beauty of Tea & Spice Plantations.
  • Ride the UNESCO Nilgiri Mountain Railway (Toy Train).
  • Relax in the hill stations of Munnar & Ooty.
  • Explore the Royal City of Mysore.
  • Visit Shravanabelagola, India's renowned Jain pilgrimage centre.
  • Admire the magnificent Hoysala Temples of Belur & Halebidu.
  • Experience the vibrant Garden City of Bengaluru.
Houseboat Backwaters

Houseboat Journey

Drift through the serene, palm-fringed backwaters of Alleppey in a traditional Kerala houseboat. Relish authentic local cuisine prepared fresh on board while observing gentle village life along the banks.

Temple Architecture

Dravidian & Hoysala Architecture

Step back in time as you wander the towering gopurams of Madurai and Thanjavur, and admire the impossibly intricate soapstone carvings of the medieval temples in Belur and Halebidu.

Brief Day-wise Itinerary

Day 01 | Arrive Chennai by flight
Arrive at Chennai International Airport, where you will be warmly welcomed by our representative and transferred to your hotel. Depending on your arrival time, enjoy a brief city tour including Marina Beach and Kapaleeshwarar Temple. Overnight Stay at Hotel – Chennai

Day 02 | Chennai – Mahabalipuram – Pondicherry (Approx. 160 km | 4 Hours)
Drive along the scenic East Coast Road to Mahabalipuram and explore its UNESCO World Heritage monuments, including the Shore Temple, Five Rathas and Arjuna's Penance. Continue to the charming French colonial town of Pondicherry. Overnight Stay at Hotel – Pondicherry

Day 03 | Pondicherry – Chidambaram – Kumbakonam (Approx. 170 km | 4 Hours)
Visit the picturesque French Quarter, Sri Aurobindo Ashram, and then drive to Chidambaram to explore the famous Nataraja Temple. Continue to Kumbakonam, one of South India's most important temple towns. Overnight Stay at Hotel – Kumbakonam

Day 04 | Kumbakonam – Thanjavur – Trichy – Madurai (Approx. 280 km | 6 Hours)
Visit the UNESCO-listed Airavatesvara Temple, the magnificent Brihadeeswarar Temple at Thanjavur and the spectacular Sri Ranganathaswamy Temple at Srirangam before continuing to Madurai. Overnight Stay at Hotel – Madurai

Day 05 | Madurai
Enjoy a full day exploring Meenakshi Amman Temple, Thirumalai Nayakkar Palace, Gandhi Memorial Museum and Madurai's colourful local markets. Overnight Stay at Hotel – Madurai

Day 06 | Madurai – Thekkady (Approx. 140 km | 3.5 Hours)
Drive into Kerala's scenic Western Ghats to Thekkady. Visit a fragrant spice plantation and enjoy a relaxing boat cruise on Periyar Lake (subject to operation). Overnight Stay at Hotel – Thekkady

Day 07 | Thekkady – Alleppey (Approx. 160 km | 4 Hours)
Drive to Alleppey and board a traditional Deluxe Houseboat. Cruise through Kerala's tranquil backwaters, passing coconut groves, paddy fields and village life while enjoying authentic Kerala cuisine onboard. Overnight Stay on Deluxe Houseboat – Alleppey

Day 08 | Alleppey – Cochin (Approx. 60 km | 1.5 Hours)
Disembark after breakfast and drive to Cochin. Explore Fort Kochi, St. Francis Church, Chinese Fishing Nets, Mattancherry Palace and the historic Jew Town. Overnight Stay at Hotel – Cochin

Day 09 | Cochin – Munnar (Approx. 130 km | 4 Hours)
Drive through the picturesque Western Ghats to Munnar, Kerala's famous hill station surrounded by rolling tea plantations, waterfalls and mist-covered mountains. Overnight Stay at Hotel – Munnar

Day 10 | Munnar
Explore Eravikulam National Park (subject to seasonal opening), the Tea Museum, Mattupetty Dam and Echo Point while enjoying spectacular views across Munnar's tea estates. Overnight Stay at Hotel – Munnar

Day 11 | Munnar – Ooty (Approx. 240 km | 6–7 Hours)
Enjoy one of South India's most scenic drives through the Western Ghats to Ooty, the charming "Queen of Hill Stations." Overnight Stay at Hotel – Ooty

Day 12 | Ooty – Toy Train Experience – Mysore (Approx. 125 km | 3.5 Hours)
After breakfast, enjoy a memorable ride on the UNESCO-listed Nilgiri Mountain Railway (Toy Train) through the picturesque Nilgiri Hills (subject to availability). Later, drive to the royal city of Mysore and visit the magnificent Mysore Palace. Overnight Stay at Hotel – Mysore

Day 13 | Mysore – Shravanabelagola – Hassan (Approx. 135 km | 3–4 Hours)
After breakfast, enjoy sightseeing of Mysore, including Chamundi Hill and the vibrant Devaraja Market. Later, drive to Hassan, stopping en route at Shravanabelagola, one of India's most important Jain pilgrimage centres, renowned for the colossal monolithic statue of Lord Gomateshwara (Bahubali). Overnight Stay at Hotel – Hassan

Day 14 | Hassan – Belur – Halebidu – Bengaluru (Approx. 220 km | 5–6 Hours)
Visit the magnificent Hoysala Temples of Belur and Halebidu, celebrated for their intricate stone carvings and exceptional medieval architecture, continue to Bengaluru, India's vibrant Garden City. Overnight Stay at Hotel – Bengaluru

Day 15 | Bengaluru Sightseeing & Departure
After breakfast, enjoy a city tour of Bengaluru, visiting Lalbagh Botanical Garden, Cubbon Park, Bull Temple, and drive past the impressive Vidhana Soudha. Later, transfer to Kempegowda International Airport for your onward flight. End of Services.

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