Itinerary
- Day 1
Arrival in Chennai
You'll arrive at Chennai airport and transfer to your hotel. Settle in and spend the rest of the day getting comfortable. The hotel has good facilities to relax and freshen up after your journey.
- Start point
- Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India (As per flight schedule arrival transfer from airport to hotel., 00:00 - 23:55)
- Day 2
Chennai & Kanchipuram
After breakfast, you'll head out to see Chennai's main sights like Marina Beach, Kapaleeshwarar Temple, Fort St. George, and the Government Museum. Later in the afternoon, drive to Kanchipuram to visit Ekambareswarar Temple, Kailasanathar Temple, and check out the Silk Weaving Center. You'll return to Chennai by evening.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Visit Marina Beach
- Guided tour of Kapaleeshwarar Temple
- Visit Fort St. George
- Guided tour of Government Museum
- Excursion to Kanchipuram
- Visit Ekambareswarar Temple
- Visit Kailasanathar Temple
- Visit Silk Weaving Center
Landmarks Marina Beach Kapaleeshwarar Temple Fort St. George Government Museum Ekambareswarar Temple Kailasanathar Temple 
- Day 3
Chennai to Pondicherry via Mahabalipuram
You'll drive toward Pondicherry this morning, stopping at Mahabalipuram along the way. See the Shore Temple, Arjuna's Penance, and the Five Rathas before continuing on. Check into your hotel in Pondicherry and spend the evening walking around the streets and enjoying the coastal views.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Visit UNESCO World Heritage Site of Mahabalipuram
- Visit Shore Temple
- Visit Arjuna's Penance
- Visit Five Rathas
- Evening exploration of Pondicherry
Landmarks Shore Temple Arjuna's Penance Five Rathas - Day 4
Pondicherry
Spend the full day exploring Pondicherry's spiritual and cultural side. Visit the Aurobindo Ashram, walk through the French Quarter to see colonial buildings, stop at the Basilica of the Sacred Heart of Jesus, and stroll along Promenade Beach. You'll also see Auroville's sustainable township before heading back to your hotel.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Visit Aurobindo Ashram
- Explore French Quarter
- Visit Basilica of the Sacred Heart of Jesus
- Stroll along Promenade Beach
- Visit Auroville
Landmarks Aurobindo Ashram Basilica of the Sacred Heart of Jesus Promenade Beach Auroville - Day 5
Pondicherry to Thanjavur via Chidambaram
After breakfast, drive to Thanjavur and stop at the Nataraja Temple in Chidambaram to see its detailed architecture. Continue on and explore the Great Living Chola Temples at Gangaikonda Cholapuram and Darasuram. Both are important historical sites with rich cultural significance.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Visit Nataraja Temple in Chidambaram
- Visit Great Living Chola Temples at Gangaikonda Cholapuram
- Visit Darasuram Temple
Landmarks Nataraja Temple Gangaikonda Cholapuram Temple Darasuram Temple - Day 6
Thanjavur
You'll visit the Brihadeeswarar Temple, a major historical site and great example of Dravidian architecture. Then check out Thanjavur Palace and its Art Gallery with various artifacts. Before returning to your hotel, you can explore the Saraswathi Mahal Library, which has information on classical music and dance.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Visit Brihadeeswarar Temple
- Visit Thanjavur Palace
- Visit Art Gallery
- Visit Saraswathi Mahal Library
Landmarks Brihadeeswarar Temple Thanjavur Palace Saraswathi Mahal Library - Day 7
Thanjavur to Chettinad via Trichy
After breakfast, head to Chettinad and stop in Trichy to see the Rockfort Temple, which sits on top of a rock formation with detailed carvings. Later, continue to Chettinad to see the architecture there and try the local food. You'll stay at a heritage hotel in the region.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Visit Rockfort Temple in Trichy
Landmarks Rockfort Temple - Day 8
Chettinad to Madurai
You'll explore Chettinad's large 19th-century mansions built with marble and teak. These homes show off the area's architectural style and cultural background. After that, drive to Madurai and check into your hotel. Spend the evening relaxing or walking around.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Morning sightseeing tour of Chettinad mansions
- Day 9
Madurai to Thekkady
Visit the Meenakshi Amman Temple in Madurai, known for its tall towers and detailed sculptures. You'll catch the evening prayer ceremony there. Then drive to Thekkady and check in to your hotel. In the evening, there's a traditional martial art and Kathakali dance show to watch.
Included Activities
- Visit Meenakshi Amman Temple
- Witness evening prayer ceremony at Meenakshi Amman Temple
- Traditional martial art show
- Kathakali dance show
Landmarks Meenakshi Amman Temple 
- Day 10
Thekkady
Take a boat ride on Periyar Lake in the wildlife sanctuary surrounded by forests. You might see elephants, tigers, deer, and various birds. After the safari, join a guided tour of a spice plantation to learn how cardamom, cinnamon, pepper, and other spices are grown and processed.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Boat safari on Periyar Lake in Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary
- Guided tour of spice plantation
Landmarks Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary Periyar Lake - Day 11
Thekkady to Alleppey
Head to Alleppey and board a traditional houseboat to cruise through the backwaters. You'll see green vegetation and palm trees all around. Lunch is prepared and served on the boat while you take in the calm water and scenery. You'll spend the night on the houseboat.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch (Lunch prepared on board houseboat)
Included Activities
- Leisurely cruise through Alleppey backwaters on traditional houseboat
- Lunch on houseboat
Landmarks Alleppey Backwaters 
- Day 12
Alleppey to Marari Beach
Get off the houseboat after breakfast and travel to Marari Beach. Check into your beachfront resort and relax for the day. Spend time on the sand, listen to the waves, and if you want, get spa treatments at the resort.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Optional Activities
- Spa treatments at resort
- Beach activities
Landmarks Marari Beach 
- Day 13
Marari Beach
The day is free for you to do what you like. Take walks on the beach, visit small fishing villages nearby, sit by the pool, or use any other facilities and services at the resort.
Optional Activities
- Leisurely walks along the beach
- Visit nearby fishing villages
- Poolside relaxation
- Beach activities
Landmarks Marari Beach - Day 14
Marari Beach
You have a relaxed day to enjoy the beach and resort facilities at your own pace. Stay overnight at the hotel.
Optional Activities
- Beach activities
- Resort facilities
Landmarks Marari Beach - Day 15
Marari Beach to Cochin
After breakfast, leave Marari and drive to Cochin. Your guide will show you around Fort Kochi, stopping at St. Francis Church, the Chinese Fishing Nets, and Mattancherry Palace. Then you'll travel to the airport for your flight home.
- End point
- Cochin International Airport (COK), Nedumbassery, Aluva, Kerala, India (As per flight schedule departure transfer to airport., 00:00 - 23:55)
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- City tour of Cochin
- Visit Fort Kochi area
- Visit St. Francis Church
- Visit Chinese Fishing Nets
- Visit Mattancherry Palace
Landmarks Fort Kochi St. Francis Church Chinese Fishing Nets Mattancherry Palace
