Itinerary
- Day 1
Kolkata
After arriving in Kolkata, you'll check into your hotel and have the rest of the day to yourself. Wander around the city at your own pace and get a feel for the place before your organized activities begin tomorrow.
- Start point
- Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport (CCU), Jessore Rd, Kolkata, West Bengal, India (As per flight schedule arrival transfer from airport to hotel., 00:00 - 23:55)
Optional Activities
- Explore Kolkata independently
- Day 2
Kolkata
Start with breakfast, then head out on a city tour hitting Victoria Memorial, St. Paul's Cathedral, Howrah Bridge, the Indian Museum, and Kalighat Temple. Later in the afternoon, you'll take a walk along the Ganges River and check out the ghats as the sun starts to set.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Guided city tour of Kolkata
- Visit Victoria Memorial
- Visit St. Paul's Cathedral
- Visit Howrah Bridge
- Visit Indian Museum
- Visit Kalighat Temple
- Evening stroll along Ganges River and ghats
Landmarks Victoria Memorial St. Paul's Cathedral Howrah Bridge Indian Museum Kalighat Temple Ganges River 
- Day 3
Kolkata to Balasore
Drive toward Balasore and stop at Chandipur Beach along the way to see the receding sea phenomenon that happens here. Check in at your hotel and spend the afternoon relaxing or walking around town on your own.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Visit Chandipur Beach
Landmarks Chandipur Beach - Day 4
Bhitarkanika National Park
Head to Bhitarkanika National Park, known for its mangrove forests and wildlife. After checking into your jungle lodge, you'll go out on a boat ride through the park where you can spot crocodiles, birds, and other animals in their natural habitat.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Boat safari in Bhitarkanika National Park
Landmarks Bhitarkanika National Park 
- Day 5
Bhitarkanika National Park
Take a morning nature walk through Bhitarkanika National Park. In the afternoon, visit nearby temples and villages to see how the local communities live and learn about their traditions and culture.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Morning nature walk in Bhitarkanika National Park
- Visit nearby temples
- Visit local villages
Landmarks Bhitarkanika National Park 
- Day 6
Bhitarkanika to Bhubaneswar
Drive to Bhubaneswar and settle into your hotel. Later in the afternoon, check out Lingaraj Temple, Mukteswara Temple, and Rajarani Temple to see the impressive architecture and design of these religious structures.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Visit Lingaraj Temple
- Visit Mukteswara Temple
- Visit Rajarani Temple
Landmarks Lingaraj Temple Mukteswara Temple Rajarani Temple 
- Day 7
Bhubaneswar to Puri to Konark
Travel to Puri and explore Jagannath Temple and Puri Beach. From there, head to Konark to see the Sun Temple, which showcases both spiritual and historical significance in the region.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Visit Jagannath Temple
- Visit Puri Beach
- Visit Sun Temple in Konark
Landmarks Jagannath Temple Puri Beach Sun Temple 
- Day 8
Puri
Tour Puri with visits to Gundicha Temple, Loknath Temple, and Chilika Lake. If the Puri Beach Festival happens to be on during your visit, you'll catch the vibrant cultural events and celebrations in the evening.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Guided city tour of Puri
- Visit Gundicha Temple
- Visit Loknath Temple
- Visit Chilika Lake
Optional Activities
- Witness Puri Beach Festival in the evening (if happening)
Landmarks Gundicha Temple Loknath Temple Chilika Lake 
- Day 9
Puri to Gopalpur
Drive to Gopalpur and check in at your hotel. You'll have the day free to walk around the serene beaches and explore the charming coastal town at a relaxed pace.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Optional Activities
- Explore Gopalpur beaches independently
- Explore the charming town of Gopalpur
Landmarks Gopalpur Beach - Day 10
Gopalpur to Srikakulam
Continue on to Srikakulam, stopping to visit Srikurmam Temple and Arasavalli Temple. These sites give you insight into the cultural and religious heritage that's important to the local region.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Visit Srikurmam Temple
- Visit Arasavalli Temple
Landmarks Srikurmam Temple Arasavalli Temple - Day 11
Srikakulam to Araku Valley
Head into Araku Valley to see Borra Caves, Ananthagiri Hills, and the Tribal Museum. The lush landscapes of the Eastern Ghats surround you as you explore these natural and cultural attractions.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Visit Borra Caves
- Visit Ananthagiri Hills
- Visit Tribal Museum
Landmarks Borra Caves Ananthagiri Hills Tribal Museum - Day 12
Araku Valley to Visakhapatnam
Drive to Vizag and check into your hotel. Spend time at Kailasagiri Hilltop Park, Ramakrishna Beach, and the Submarine Museum to get a sense of the city's coastal character and attractions.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Visit Kailasagiri Hilltop Park
- Visit Ramakrishna Beach
- Visit Submarine Museum
Landmarks Kailasagiri Hilltop Park Ramakrishna Beach Submarine Museum - Day 13
Visakhapatnam to Kakinada
Travel to Kakinada and spend the day at Coringa Wildlife Sanctuary and Uppada Beach. You'll see the natural landscapes and wildlife that make this part of the coast worth the trip.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Boat safari in Coringa Wildlife Sanctuary
- Visit Uppada Beach
Landmarks Coringa Wildlife Sanctuary Uppada Beach - Day 14
Kakinada to Machilipatnam
Drive to Machilipatnam and explore Manginapudi Beach, Venugopala Swamy Temple, and the Buddhist Stupa. This coastal town has a lot of historical and cultural depth to discover.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Visit Manginapudi Beach
- Visit Venugopala Swamy Temple
- Visit Buddhist Stupa
Landmarks Manginapudi Beach Venugopala Swamy Temple Buddhist Stupa - Day 15
Machilipatnam to Nellore
Head to Nellore and check into your hotel. Visit Ranganatha Temple and Sri Vedagiri Lakshmi Narasimha Swamy to experience the spiritual feeling these revered temples provide.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Visit Ranganatha Temple
- Visit Sri Vedagiri Lakshmi Narasimha Swamy Temple
Landmarks Ranganatha Temple Sri Vedagiri Lakshmi Narasimha Swamy - Day 16
Nellore to Chennai
Drive to Chennai, stopping at Venkatagiri Fort and Sri Kalahasthi temple on the way. Once you reach your hotel, you'll have the rest of the day to yourself to reflect on your travels so far.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Visit Venkatagiri Fort
- Visit Sri Kalahasthi Temple
Landmarks Venkatagiri Fort Sri Kalahasthi Temple 
- Day 17
Chennai to Mahabalipuram
After breakfast, check out the Government Museum and Fort St. George in Chennai. Then drive to Mahabalipuram and settle into your hotel to rest after a day of cultural sightseeing.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Visit Government Museum
- Visit Fort St. George
Landmarks Government Museum Fort St. George 
- Day 18
Mahabalipuram to Pondicherry
Visit the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Mahabalipuram, which includes Shore Temple, Pancha Rathas, and the famous stone chariot carved from rock. Later, drive to Pondicherry and check in at your hotel to start exploring the French quarter's charm.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Visit Shore Temple
- Visit Pancha Rathas
- Visit stone chariot
Landmarks Shore Temple Pancha Rathas 
- Day 19
Pondicherry to Thanjavur
Begin with visits to Matrimandir at Auroville and the Aurobindo Ashram. Walk through Pondicherry's French quarter, then drive through Chidambaram, Gangaikonda Cholapuram, and Darasuram on your way to Thanjavur. Check in at your hotel to absorb the historical sights around you.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Visit Matrimandir at Auroville
- Visit Aurobindo Ashram
- Explore French quarter in Pondicherry
- Visit Chidambaram
- Visit Gangaikonda Cholapuram
- Visit Darasuram
Landmarks Matrimandir Aurobindo Ashram Chidambaram Gangaikonda Cholapuram Darasuram 
- Day 20
Thanjavur to Trichy
Explore Brihadeeswarar Temple and the Saraswathi Mahal Library in Thanjavur. After that, drive to Trichy and check into your hotel to unwind following your temple exploration.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Visit Brihadeeswarar Temple
- Visit Saraswathi Mahal Library
Landmarks Brihadeeswarar Temple Saraswathi Mahal Library 
- Day 21
Trichy to Madurai
Visit Sri Ranganathaswamy Temple in Trichy and the Rock Fort Temple. Drive to Madurai and check into your hotel to relax after exploring these spiritual and cultural sites.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Visit Sri Ranganathaswamy Temple
- Visit Rock Fort Temple
Landmarks Sri Ranganathaswamy Temple Rock Fort Temple 
- Day 22
Madurai to Rameshwaram
Explore Meenakshi Amman Temple and Thirumalai Nayakkar Palace in Madurai. Later, drive to Rameshwaram and check in at your hotel to think about the sacred places you've visited.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Visit Meenakshi Amman Temple
- Visit Thirumalai Nayakkar Palace
Landmarks Meenakshi Amman Temple Thirumalai Nayakkar Palace 
- Day 23
Rameshwaram to Kanyakumari
Visit Ramanathaswamy Temple and Agni Theertham in Rameshwaram. Then drive to Kanyakumari and check into your hotel to enjoy the calm surroundings at the southernmost point of India.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Visit Ramanathaswamy Temple
- Visit Agni Theertham
Landmarks Ramanathaswamy Temple Agni Theertham 
- Day 24
Kanyakumari to Kovalam
Walk around Kanyakumari to see Vivekananda Rock Memorial and Thiruvalluvar Statue. Later, drive to Kovalam and check in at your hotel to relax and take in the beachside atmosphere.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Visit Vivekananda Rock Memorial
- Visit Thiruvalluvar Statue
Landmarks Vivekananda Rock Memorial Thiruvalluvar Statue 
- Day 25
Kovalam
Have the day to yourself or visit Hawa Beach, Lighthouse Beach, and Samudra Beach nearby. Spend time enjoying the natural beauty and peaceful coastline of Kovalam.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Optional Activities
- Visit Hawa Beach
- Visit Lighthouse Beach
- Visit Samudra Beach
Landmarks Hawa Beach Lighthouse Beach Samudra Beach 
- Day 26
Kovalam
Visit Padmanabhaswamy Temple in Trivandrum and Kuthiramalika Palace Museum. Spend the rest of your day at leisure, taking in the peaceful coastal charm that Kovalam offers.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Visit Padmanabhaswamy Temple
- Visit Kuthiramalika Palace Museum
Landmarks Padmanabhaswamy Temple Kuthiramalika Palace Museum - Day 27
Kovalam to Alleppey
Drive to Alleppey and board a traditional houseboat for an overnight cruise through the backwaters. Relax as you cruise past tropical countryside and have local food during your journey.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch (Local cuisine), Dinner (Local cuisine)
Included Activities
- Traditional houseboat overnight cruise through backwaters
- Day 28
Alleppey to Cochin
Disembark from the houseboat and drive to Cochin. Check into your hotel and explore the historical Fort Kochi area, walk around the Chinese Fishing Nets, see Mattancherry Palace, and visit the Jewish Synagogue.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Visit Fort Kochi area
- Visit Chinese Fishing Nets
- Visit Mattancherry Palace
- Visit Jewish Synagogue
Landmarks Chinese Fishing Nets Mattancherry Palace Jewish Synagogue 
- Day 29
Cochin Departure
After breakfast, you'll head to the airport for your flight home. Take some time to reflect on all the different experiences and memories from your tour through India's east and southern coasts.
- End point
- Cochin International Airport (COK), Nedumbassery, Alwaye, Kerala, India (As per flight schedule departure transfer to airport., 00:00 - 23:55)
- Meals
- Breakfast
