Tamil Nadu And Kerala
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- No booking fees
- COVID-19protected
- Art and architecture
- Family
- Customizable
- duration 11 days
- tour type Group Request as private
- age requirement 10-99 yrs
- max group size 30
- guiding method Fully guided
- Tour Code BM-32769
- Footprint Carbonneutral CO2 emissions resulting from all trips on Bookmundi will be offset via investments in carbon reduction projects.
- Operated in Italian, English
India is more than a country – it’s a multicultural subcontinent with dozens of languages and religions, and nowhere is this diversity more evident than in the exotic south. Join our 11-day tour and become a part of the expedition to discover gems of South India. The architectural beauty of Kanchipuram, Hindu temples of Mahabalipuram and Darasuram temple will amaze your sight and the tranquility of Periyar’s wildlife will keep you thrilled while sailing down Kerala´s backwaters. This tour will expose the best treasures of South India and will fulfill your expectations and inspire your senses.
TOUR HIGHLIGHTS
Chennai: The capital of the south, known for the warmth of its people and the hustle and bustle of its streets
Mahabalipuram: Its famous Hindu temples on the seashore are an excellent example of Dravidian culture
Pondicherry: This city offers a unique experience with a mixture of modern heritage and spiritual culture
Thanjavur: Famous for the UNESCO-listed Brihadishvara temple, dedicated to Shiva. It is also an important Hindu pilgrimage center
Madurai: Renowned for its temples, Madurai is synonymous with the famous Meenakshi temple
Periyar: Known both for its national park and for its varieties of spices
Houseboat: A traditional boat floating on the canals of the Keralan backwaters
Kochi:A vibrant city located on the southwestern coast of the Indian peninsula in the state of Kerala, ‘Land of the Gods'
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Day 1: Arrival Chennai
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Day 2: Chennai – Kanchipuram – Chennai (150 Km – 3 Hrs)
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Day 3: Chennai – Mahabalipuram – Pondicherry (155 Km – 3.5 Hrs)
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Day 4: Pondicherry – Chidambaram – Gangaikondacholapuram – Darasuram – Kumbakonam (130 Kms – 3 Hrs)
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Day 5: Kumbakonam – Tanjore (40 Km – 1 Hrs)
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Day 6: Tanjore – Trichy – Tanjore (60 Km – 2 Hrs)
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Day 7: Tanjore – Madurai (190 Km – 3 Hrs)
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Day 8: Madurai – Periyar (150 Km – 3.5 Hrs)
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Day 9: Periyar – Alleppey (130 Km – 3.5 Hrs)
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Day 10: Alleppey – Kochi (55 Km – 1 Hrs)
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Day 11: Depart Kochi
- Standard Hotel Category = The Residency or similar 4*
- Superior hotel Category = Grand Chennai by GRT or similar 4*
- Standard Hotel Category = Hotel Athithi or similar 3*
- Superior Hotel Category = Hotel Athithi or similar 3*
- Standard Hotel Category = Indeco Hotels Swamimalai or similar 3*
- Superior Hotel Category = Indeco Hotels Swamimalai or similar 3*
- Standard Hotel Category = Sangam Hotel or similar 3*
- Superior Hotel Category = Sangam Hotel or similar 3*
- Standard Hotel Category = Hotel Germanus or similar 3*
- Superior Hotel Category = Courtyard by Marriott Madurai or similar 4*
- Comfort Hotel Category = Abad Green Forest or similar 3*
- Superior Hotel Category = Elephant Court or similar 4*
- Standard Hotel Category = Houseboat (Kettuvallam) or similar
- Standard Hotel Category = Holiday Inn or similar 4*
- Superior Hotel Category = Le Meridien or similar 5*
- 10 nights' accommodation
- 10 Breakfasts
- 1 Lunch (Day 9)
- 1 Dinner (Day 9)
- Air-conditioned transportation on a shared basis
- Inbound airport transfer from Chennai International Airport on a shared basis
- Outbound airport transfer to Kochi (Cochin) Airport on a shared basis
- Operated with local Italian- English speaking guides
- Chennai:
- Day 3 Pondicherry (Puducherry):
- Thanjavur:
- All monuments as indicated in the program: Excursion to Kanchipuran, sightseeing tour of Chennai (Day 2); Hindu temples of Mahabalipuram (Day 3); Nataraja Temple, Temples of Darasuram (Day 4); Brihadeeswara Temple (Day 5); Excursion to Trichy and Srirangam (Day 6); sightseeing tour of Madurai, Sri Meenakshi night ceremony (Day 7); boat ride on Periyar Lake, martial art performance Kalaripatitty (Day 8); walking tour of Kochi, Kathakali dance performance (Day 10)
- Meet & Greet (Day 1)
- Porterage only in the airport
- Expenditures of a personal nature, drinks, and meals if not stated explicitly in the program
- Optional excursions (as recommended/suggested) in the itinerary.
- Any airfare, airport taxes, a supplement for which are quoted separately if applicable
- Tips to drivers, local guides, and hotel staff
- Indian tourist visa fees
- Any service not listed above
- Personal Itinerary can be tweaked and customized.
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No additional cancellation fees apply for this Tamil Nadu And Kerala tour. You can cancel the tour up to 22 days prior departure and avoid paying the full amount, but your deposit paid is non-refundable. No refund applies for cancellations within 21 days of departure.
PaymentFor any tour departures within 11 May 2024, full payment is required. For tours that depart later than 11 May 2024, a deposit is required to confirm this tour, and the remaining balance will be charged 21 days before trip departure.
Travel InsuranceTamil Nadu And Kerala tour requires that you have adequate and valid travel insurance covering medical and personal accidents, including repatriation costs and emergency evacuation. World Nomads offers travel insurance for independent travelers and intrepid families.
VisaFor this Tamil Nadu And Kerala tour getting the required visa(s) is the responsibility for each individual traveller, as visa requirements vary depending on your nationality. We recommend to check with your local embassies representing the countries that you are traveling to, as part of this itinerary.
Dutch Palace, Kochi is closed on Friday on public holidays
The standard hotel check-in / check-out time is 14:00 / 12:00. In some cases, it may vary  The distances and travel times described in the itinerary may vary. Please note that local conditions prevalent at the time of travel may result in modifications to the tour contents without prior notice Please note that hotel classification is as per Indian standards. Please note we are able to accept clients' requests for Vegan meals.ÂThis trip incorporates the following COVID-19 measures:
- This tour has implemented smaller group sizes than normal, allowing for more personal space on the vehicles, sights visited, hotels and restaurants.
- Hygiene protocols have been adopted on this trip. Wearing a mask, hand washing and general sanitizing has been implemented on this tour. Frequently touched surfaces are furthermore regularly disinfected.
- Distancing measures have been implemented to safeguard against COVID-19.