Arrive Chennai Drive to Mahabalipuram 60Km/1& half hrs Mahabalipuram is an
ancient historic town and was the major seaport during the Pallava Kingdom. The group of
monuments at Mahabalipuram is considered as a UNESCO World Heritage Site.on arrival
proceed for check-in hotel. Dinner & Overnight at the hotel
Overnight at the hotel
After breakfast in the hotel explore
the Mahabalipuram. Visit Shore temple built in the 8th century during the reign of Pallava
dynasty and then we visit Pancha Rathas, which are the temples carved in the shape of
Chariots. The best example of monolithic Indian Rock-cut architecture. Dinner
& Overnight at the hotel
After buffet breakfast in hotel
proceed to Pondicherry on arrival make a visit to The Matrimandir known as “Temple of
The Mother” is an edifice of deep Auroville spiritual significance for practitioners of Integral
Yoga, located at the heart of Auroville—the experimental township founded under the
guidance of The Mother of the Sri Aurobindo Ashram. Often referred to as “the soul of the
city,” the Matrimandir stands in a vast open expanse known as Peace. Importantly, it does
not belong to any particular religion or sect, reflecting Auroville’s universal and inclusive
spirit. Later visit Sri Aurobindo Ashram is a spiritual ashram in India and attracts many
devotees from India as well as from all over the world for spiritual salvation. The ashram was
founded in the year 1926 by Sri Aurobindo Ghose, who was an Indian philosopher, yogi
and poet. from here you will explore the French quarters on Riksho, a very local
experience of this charming city. Dinner &
Overnight at the hotel
After breakfast drive to
Kumbakonam. On arrival visit the Airavatheeswarar of Darasumam Temple built by Raja
Raja Chola II (Rajendra Chola) is an example of 12th century Chola architecture and is well
preserved even to this day. The frontal columns of the temple have unique miniature sculptures.
Darasuram is also a silk weaving centre. UNESCO declared this temple as a World Heritage
Monument. After checking in your hotel you will have a tranquil walk into the village to see &
understand the local life. Dinner & Overnight at the hotel
After breakfast in the hotel drive
to Madurai enroute visit Brihadeeswarar Temple, which is dedicated to Hindu God Shiva
and the temple was built in 11th century. The Temple is a UNESCO World Heritage Site as
“Great Living Chola Temples” and one of the largest temples in India. Continue to drive
towards Madurai. Dinner & Overnight at the hotel.
Morning visit of Madurai city tour, start with flower market
Mattuthavani it is one of the biggest flower markets in southern India. Madurai flower
market is popular for Jasmine, rose and other varieties also; especially Jasmine flower is
exported to countries like Germany, The United States of America and Italy.
Visit Meenakshi Amman Temple Dravidian temple architecture may be seen in its
exuberant baroque phase. Its Hall of a Thousand Pillars is fabulous and is filled with
worshippers at all hours of the day. Visit the Tirumal Nayak's Palace which is a highly
decorative monument. Its enormous roofed arcade supported by 48-foot-high stoned pillars,
still stands. Dinner & Overnight at the hotel
After breakfast in the hotel drive
to Thekkady (Periyar) Morning drive towards Thekkady through the nice scenery of the hills
approaching while entering into Thekkady.On arrival Check-Inn Hotel. A guided walk into a
spice garden to see & understand various Malabara spices grown in this region. A visit to
Periyar National Park by boat Thekkady’s Periyar tiger reserve is home to a wide variety of
animals.including elephants,tigers,gaur,samar deer,etc. Dinner &
Overnight at the hotel.
board the houseboat & experience serenity
of Lake Drive to Alleppey, a backwater heaven interlocked with lakes and canals. Check in
at the Houseboat & sail through the Vembanad Lake & experience local's life & beauty of
the lake while staying overnight on a houseboat. Your cook will prepare dishes on board &
include Lunch/Dinner
Morning disembark Houseboat, &
drive towards Cochin, visit of Fort Kochi area, Sightseeing tour of Fort Cochin,visit
Mattancherry palace, a Portuguese palace, popularly known as Dutch palace, visit
Jewish Synagogue, visit St. Francis Church, originally built in 1503, this church is the
oldest European church in India & Chinese fishing nets, an unusual method of fishing
operated from the shores. Evening at Leisure. Dinner &
Overnight at the hotel.
Breakfast at the hotel departure to the
Beach! Arrival at Mararikulam hotel accommodation and Relax! Dinner &
Overnight at the hotel
Breakfast at the hotel
Free day for relaxation Dinner & Overnight at the hotel
time transfer to the airport to board your return flight.
