Tamil Nadu And Kerala

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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
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Operated in Italian, English

Starts Chennai, India
Ends Chennai, India

TOUR OVERVIEW

Start and end in Chennai, the "Tamil Nadu And Kerala" trip is a guided art and architecture trip that takes 11 days. You will travel through Tiruchirappalli, Kanchipuram, Pondicherry and 10 other destinations in India. "Tamil Nadu And Kerala" is a group trip which includes accommodation in hotels, transport, meals and others.

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'

ITINERARY Expand All

Day 1: Arrival Chennai
Day 2: Chennai – Kanchipuram – Chennai (150 Km – 3 Hrs)
Day 3: Chennai – Mahabalipuram – Pondicherry (155 Km – 3.5 Hrs)
Day 4: Pondicherry – Chidambaram – Gangaikondacholapuram – Darasuram – Kumbakonam (130 Kms – 3 Hrs)
Day 5: Kumbakonam – Tanjore (40 Km – 1 Hrs)
Day 6: Tanjore – Trichy – Tanjore (60 Km – 2 Hrs)
Day 7: Tanjore – Madurai (190 Km – 3 Hrs)
Day 8: Madurai – Periyar (150 Km – 3.5 Hrs)
Day 9: Periyar – Alleppey (130 Km – 3.5 Hrs)
Day 10: Alleppey – Kochi (55 Km – 1 Hrs)
Day 11: Depart Kochi

WHAT'S INCLUDED

Accommodation

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

Meals

10 Breakfasts
1 Lunch (Day 9)
1 Dinner (Day 9)

Transport

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

Guide

Operated with local Italian- English speaking guides

Others

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

WHAT'S EXCLUDED

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

CUSTOMER REVIEWS

5 - Excellent

Based on 1 review

Anonymous
On May 08 2019

5 - Excellent

Excellent

The Indian company was very professional and courteous in delivering the services. Garzie!

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