Day 01 : Chennai
On your arrival at International Airport, you will be met by our company representatives and transferred to the hotel
Rest of the day free
Overnight at the hotel

Day 02: Chennai - Mahabalipuram - Kanchipuram
Breakfast at the hotel.
Today you will be given the tour of Kanchiputam and Mahabalipuram.

KANCHIPURAM
Kanchipuram is a Spectacular Temple city known as city of thousand temples which reflects the Glorious Traditions of South India with its noted temples .

MAHABALIPURAM
Mamallapuram (Mahabalipuram) also close to Chennai (Madras) is on the shores of the Bay of Bengal, along the eastern coast. Mamallapuram known for its rocks carvings and monolithic sculptures has the famous shore temple, the only one to have survived the ravages of nature. Also known as the Seven Pagodas (temples), six now lie submerged in the sea.
Return to Chennai in the evening
Overnight at the hotel.

Day 03: Chennai - Pondicherry
After breakfast we drive to Pondicherry (170 km- 4 hrs), a former French colony and now a Union Territory of India that carries a strong whiff of the French presence in India. Legend says that Pondicherry is the place where St.Agasthaya settled down. Arrive at Pondicherry and check into the hotel.
Afternoon, enjoy sightseeing tour of Pondicherry. Visit the famous Aurobindo Ashram located 10 km north of Pondicherry. The ashram promotes Aurbindo's ideas in bringing about a synthesis of Yoga and modern science, so as to unite the spirit and matter. Also visit Auroville - a unique experiment in international living and in creating a new environment where men and women of all nationalities live together in harmony.
Overnight at the hotel.

Day 04: Pondicherry - Swamimalai
After breakfast we drive to Swamimalai (166 km-5 hrs). Enroute, visit Chidambaram and Gangaikonda Cholapuram, a Chola period sculptural monument.
Also known as Thillai, Chidambaram is famous for the Nataraja Temple. The temple sculptures depicts postures from the Bharatnatayam form of dance. Nataraja is Lord Shiva as a cosmic dancer.
Continue and arrive at Swamimalai. On arrival check into the Sterling Ethnic Village Resort. The resort organizes different theme dinners and concerts which are well thought-out and enjoyable. Yoga and Ayurveda facilities are also available at the resort.
Overnight at the hotel.

Day 05: Swamimalai - Tanjore - Trichy
After breakfast, we drive to Trichy (91 km-2 hrs) enroute visiting the Tanjore Temples.

Tanjore was the capital of the ancient state ruled by the Cholas. Tanjore is popular for its temples and paintings. Visit the famous Brihadeeswarar temple housing a huge Shiva lingam and a stone sculpture of the Nandi bull.

Arrive Trichy and check into the hotel. Also called Trichurapalli, the place is one of the most sacred towns of south India. Trichy is famous for Rock Fort, Sri Ranganathaswamy Temple and Sri Jambukeshwara Temple.

In the afternoon enjoy sightseeing tour of Trichy visiting Rock Fort, Sri Ranganathaswamy and Jambukeshwara Temples.
Overnight at the hotel.

Day 06: Trichy - Madurai
After breakfast we proceed to Madurai by surface (140 km- 4hrs). Madurai is a 2,600 years old famous temple town of south India. Arrive and check into the hotel.

Afternoon, visit the famous Meenakshi Temple, Mariamman Teppakulam (Great Tank) and the Palace of Tirumalai Nayak. In the evening, revisit the Meenakshi Temple for prayer ceremony.
Overnight at the hotel.

Day 07: Madurai - Rameshwaram / Kodaikanal
Full day at leisure after breakfast. Optional: Enjoy a full day excursion to Rameshwaram / Kodaikanal.


Rameshwaram, a sacred pilgrimage destination for Hindus, is known for its enchanting scenic beauty. Visit the famous Ramanathaswamy Temple located close to sea on the eastern side of the island.
Overnight at the hotel .

Day 8: Madurai - Kanya Kumari - Kovalam
After breakfast we proceed for Kovalam by surface (285km-7hrs) visiting Kanyakumari enroute.

An important pilgrim centre of India, Kanyakumari is the southern most point of India where the Indian subcontinent meets the Indian Ocean. Visit the famous Kumari Amman Temple dedicated to the virgin Goddess and the Vivekananda Rock Memorial. Evening enjoy a breathtaking view of the sunset against the sea that never fails to enchant your eyes and soul.

Continue to Kovalam. Kovalam is one of the finest beach destinations of south India famous for its clean and beautiful golden beaches and enchanting surroundings of swaying coconut palms.
Overnight at the hotel

Day 09: Kovalam
Breakfast at hotel. Rest of the day at leisure. Enjoy lazing and sunbathing on the cool beaches of Kovalam.
Overnight at the hotel.

Day 10: Kovalam - Periyar
Breakfast at hotel. Thereafter, we drive to the famous Periyar (276 km-7hr). Arrive and check into the Forest Lodge/Resort and relax. Afternoon, enjoy an exciting boat cruise on Periyar Lake for wildlife viewing.
Overnight at the hotel.

Day 11 : Periyar - Kottayam - Alleppey
Breakfast at Lodge /Resort. Thereafter we drive to Kottayam (115 km - 4 hrs). Arrive at Kottayam and board Kettuvallom (the luxury Houseboat). Enjoy sailing through the day on the serene and paradise like backwaters of Kerala.
Dinner and overnight at the Houseboat.

Day 12 : Alleppey - Cochin
Arrive at Alleppey in the morning and disembark the Houseboat. Afternoon, we proceed to Cochin (56 km-1 hr) by surface.
Cochin is one of the most famous historical cities of Kerala. Cochin is also famous for its exceptionally beautiful backwaters and beaches. Arrive at Cochin and check into the hotel.
Evening at leisure. Dinner and overnight stay will be at Cochin.

Day 13 : Cochin
Breakfast will be at hotel. Thereafter enjoy a sightseeing tour of Cochin. Visit the famous Mattancherry Palace (Dutch Palace), St. Francis Church and the Jewish Synagogue. Also see the giant Chinese Fishing Nets being lowered on the famous Vasco Da Gama Square, offering a spectacular view to its visitors. Evening, enjoy a Kathakali Dance Show in a Theatre.
Overnight at the hotel.

Day 14 : Cochin - Ooty
After breakfast at hotel we drive to Ooty (280 km-7 hrs). Arrive at Ooty and check into hotel.
Ooty is regarded as the 'Queen of southern hill resorts'. Located at an altitude of 7,350 ft above the sea level amidst the picturesque surroundings of the Nilgiri Hills in Tamil Nadu, Ooty is the most beautiful and enchanting hill station of South India. Also known as Udhagamandalam, Ooty is known for its highly pleasant climate and the breathtaking scenic beauty.
Overnight at the hotel.

Day 15: Ooty - Coonoor
After breakfast, full day at leisure. Explore and enjoy the enchanting natural beauty of Ooty, which never fails to fascinate her visitors. Visit the sprawling tea plantations and velvety meadows of Ooty and get enchanted by its charm.

Afternoon, enjoy an excursion to Coonoor to visit Sims park, and enjoy cool walks through tea estates or drive to Lambs' Rock for a spectacular view of the plains.
Return to Ooty in the evening.
Overnight at the hotel

Day 16: Ooty - Mysore
After breakfast, we drive to Mysore (155 km). Arrive at Mysore and check into the hotel and relax.

Mysore, known as the city of palaces, combines traditional grandeur with modernity and emerges as one of the most beautiful and best planned cities in India.

Afternoon, enjoy a half-day sightseeing tour of Mysore. Visit the famous Mysore Palace, the beautiful Brindavan Gardens, Krishnaraja Sagar Dam, St. Philomena's Church, the Jaganmohan Palace and the Chamundi Hills.
Overnight at the hotel

Day 17: Mysore - Srirangapatnam
After breakfast, enjoy a morning visit to sacred Somnathpur Temple. In the afternoon, enjoy an excursion to Srirangapatnam. Located at 15 km from Mysore, Srirangapatnam is famous for the island fortress of Hyder Ali and his son Tipu Sultan and the Ranganathaswamy Temple.
Overnight at the hotel.

Day 18: Mysore - Hassan
After breakfast, we drive to Hassan (150 km). Arrive at Hassan and check into the hotel. Afternoon, visit the Hoysala Temples of Belur and Halebid.
Overnight at the hotel.

Day 19: Hassan - Sravanbelgola - Bangalore
After breakfast, we drive to Bangalore (186 km) visiting Sravanbelgola, enroute.

Sravanbelgola is a sacred Jain site, 49km Southwest of Hassan, consisting of two hills and a large Tank. On one of the hills, Indragiri houses an extraordinary 18-meter high monolithic statue of the naked male figure of Gomateshvara, the largest freestanding sculpture in India.

Arrive at Bangalore and check into the hotel and relax. Afternoon, enjoy a sightseeing tour of Bangalore. Visit the major attraction of Bangalore such as the Vidhan Soudha, Cubbon Park, Lal Bagh, Tipu's Fort & Palace made entirely of wood and M.G Road for Shopping.
Overnight at the hotel.

Day 20: Bangalore-Mumbai
On time transfer to airport for flight to Mumbai. Arrive at Mumbai and check into the hotel and relax.

Afternoon, enjoy a sightseeing tour of Mumbai. Visit the famous Gateway of India, Marine Drive and other attractions of Mumbai.
Overnight at the hotel.

Day 21: Mumbai - Departure
You will be transferred to the airport in time to connect your onward flight.