Day 01 : Arrive Chennai
Upon arrival at Chennai airport you will be welcomed by our representative & transferred to hotel. Chennai (formerly known as Madras), your gateway to sunny south & capital of Tamil Nadu, a state known for grandiose temple sculpture & architecture of the Chola. In the afternoon proceed on a guided city tour visit the National Art Gallery & Museum, Fort St.George, Marina Beach & San Thome Cathedral. Rest of the evening is free for leisure. Overnight stay in Chennai.

Day 02 : Tour Kanchipuram & Mahabalipuram
Today we will drive you to Mahabalipuram. Enroute visit Kanchipuram - one of the seven sacred cities of India and is also known for having served as a capital for several dynasties. Visit three of the best temples - Kailasanatha and Ekambareshwara (dedicated to Lord Shiva) and Vaikuntaperumal (dedicated to Lord Vishnu). Continue your excursion to the ancient Pallavan port of Mamallapuram, visit the 7th century rock hewn monuments. The shore temple, the only surviving one of seven, is a unique example of a temple built of rock quarried elsewhere and carried to shore. Late evening check in. Rest of the day is at leisure. Overnight stay in Mahabalipuram.
Day 03 : In Pondicherry
After breakfast we will drive you to Pondicherry - It was a French settlement & is today a union territory where the French connection on the architecture and culture of the place is strongly visible result of the centuries-old relation with the French power. Upon arrival check in. In the afternoon visit the Botanical Gardens, Eglise De Sacre Coeur De Jesus, The Promenade, Government Park, Manakula Vinayagar Temple, Roman Rolland Library, Sri Aurobindo Ashram, French Institute and other museums and art galleries. Rest of the evening is at leisure. Overnight stay in Pondicherry.

Day 04 : In Tanjore
Today drive to Tanjore - the capital of the powerful Chola dynasty. Today, it is the little town set amidst the lush green rice fields of the Cauvery delta. Magnificent temples, still bear witness to the splendour of Chola architecture. En route visit Nataraj Temple at Chidambaram, and also visit the temples at Kumbakonam. Upon arrival check in. Evening is free for leisure. Overnight stay at Tanjore.

Day 05 : In Trichy
Today proceed on a guided tour of Tanjore, visiting Brihadeeswara Temple, the palace, Sangeetha Mahal, Saraswati Mahal, Library, Raja Museum, Temple Museum and Schwarz Church. Later drive to Trichy - Situated on the banks of the river Cauvery is the fourth largest city in Tamil Nadu. It was a citadel of the early Cholas which later fell to the Pallavas. Here you will visit the Rock Fort, Sri Jambukeshwara Temple, Tiruvannaikaval, Srirangam & other museums and art galleries. Check in late evening & relax. Overnight stay at Trichy.

Day 06 : In Madurai
After breakfast drive to Madurai - One of the oldest cities in South India, Madurai has been the centre of learning and pilgrimage for centuries. Upon arrival check in. In the afternoon visit Meenakshi Temple, Tirumalai Nayak Palace, Mariamman Tank and Koodal Alagar Temple. In the evening, visit Meenakshi Temple again for the evening prayer ceremony. Overnight stay at Madurai.

Day 07 : In Kanyakumari
 Today we will drive you to Kanyakumari - is the 'Land's End' of India. Here, the Bay of Bengal meets the Indian Ocean and the Arabian Sea. It is also a popular pilgrimage destination and of great spiritual significance to Hindus. Upon arrival proceed on a guided tour of Kanyakumari, visit Kumari Amman Temple, Gandhi Memorial & Vivekananda Memorial - This memorial is on two rocky islands projecting from the sea about 400 m offshore. Evening is at leisure. Overnight stay in Kanyakumari. Day 08 : In Kovalam
Following breakfast we drive to the coast of Kovalam. Upon arrival check in. Afternoon is at leisure to unwind in the picturesque environs or to enjoy a rejuvenating Ayurvedic massage. Overnight stay in Kovalam.

Day 09 : Relax in Kovalam
Time at leisure to relax / ayurvedic activities at your resort. Enjoy the beautiful surroundings and lavish comfort and pampering at spa. Overnight stay in Kovalam.

Day 10 : Drive to Kumarakom Backwaters
After breakfast, drive to the coast and this melodically named town of Kumarokam nature's best with its virgin forest backwaters on the banks of lake Vembanda. An enchanting backwater destination offer visitors many other leisure options. Boating and fishing facilities are available at Kumarokam. Arrive & check into your backwater resort. Evening walk through the village near by. Overnight stay at Kumarokam.

Day 11 : Drive to Thekkady
After breakfast drive to Periyar - a landlocked district, is one of the most nature rich areas of Kerala. High ranges & wooded valleys are girded by three main rivers. As a tourist destination it offers diverse attractions like wildlife sanctuaries, hill stations, spice plantation tours, mountain treks & Elephant rides, etc. Arrive & check in. Afternoon proceed on spice plantation tour covering cardamom, pepper, coffee & tea plantations. Evening is free for leisure / relax. Overnight stay in Thekkady.

Day 12 : Drive to Kochi
Early today proceed on wildlife cruise on Periyar lake. Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary - lying close to the plantations, in the rich jungle of Periyar in Thekkady is one of the world's most fascinating natural wildlife reserves & is declared as Tiger Reserve in 1978. Later return to hotel. By late noon drive to Cochin - Located in the beautiful state of Kerala, Cochin was built by the Portuguese and is today the busiest port of the country and an important tourist destination of the state. Evening is free at leisure. Overnight stay in Cochin. Day 13 : City Tour
After breakfast proceed on sightseeing tour. Visit the Bolghatty Palace - The palace is situated in the Bolghatty island and was built by the Dutch. St. Francis Church - The Church of St. Francis is another place that tourists must visit during their trip to the beautiful city of Cochin. Jewish Synagogue - The Jewish Synagogue was built in 1568 and is extremely beautiful. It is exquisitely ornate by Chinese tiles and Belgian chandeliers. Mattancherry Palace - The Mattancherry palace is also known as the Dutch palace, however, it was originally built by the Portuguese. Evening attend the Kathakali Dance Performance - A unique dance which has a 2000 year old history with more than 100 different 'mudras' or gesture depicting deities, demons, heroes, heroines and kings - each based on episodes from the Mahabharata and Ramayana, the two epic Indian myths Overnight stay in Cochin.

Day 14 : Drive to Mysore
Today we drive straight to Mysore - The city of Mysore offers a visitor an insight into the lifestyles, cultures and traditions of its erstwhile rulers. The palaces and temples around the city speak volumes about heritage and architecture of the medieval times and the kind of patronage the city received from its rulers. Arrive & check in. Evening is free for leisure. Overnight stay in Mysore.

Day 15 : Tour Mysore & drive to Hassan
After breakfast proceed on sightseeing tour of Mysore - the old capital town offers to visit the magnificent Maharaja's Palace - Built enormous and lavish in 1911 to replace the old palace in the fort that burned down, Chamundi hills, Jaganmohan Palace, St Philomena Church, Zoological Gardens. Later we drive to Hassan - is an ideal base to explore these historical sites. The region of Hassan had been under the control the Hoysalas from 11th to 13th century AD. It was during this period that the great temples of Belur and Halebid were constructed. Hassan was also greatly influenced by Jainism. It became a well-known centre of Jain literature. This busy little town has a pleasant climate throughout the year. Arrive & check in. Evening is free for relax. Overnight stay in Hassan.

Day 16 : Tour Belur & Halebid
After early breakfast proceed for excursion to Belur & Halebid. Belur : The Channekeshava Temple is the only one of the three major Hoysala sites. The temple's 14th century seven - storey gopuram has some sensual sculptures explicitly portraying the après-temple activities of dancing girls. Much decorative & artistic work can also be found on the internal supporting pillars & lintels. Halebid : Construction of Hoysaleswara Temple began around 1121. Despite of more then 80 yrs of labour, it was never complete. Nevertheless, it is easily the most outstanding example of Hoysala art. Every centimeter of the outside walls & much of the interior is covered with an endless variety of Hindu deities, sages, stylized animals & birds. Later we drive to Bangalore - is one of the most visited destinations of southern India. Known as the garden city of India, the climate of Bangalore makes it a happening place all through the year. One of the highly developed cities of southern India. Evening is free for leisure. Overnight stay in Bangalore.

Day 17 : Tour Bangalore
After relaxed breakfast proceed for sightseeing tour of Bangalore visiting Lal Bagh Gardens, Vidhan Soudha, the Bull Temple, Tipu Palace, Museum & ISKON Temple, Venkatappa Art Gallery, Mahatma Gandhi Road, Vishweshwaraiah Museum. Evening is free for leisure. Overnight stay in Bangalore.

Day 18 : Departure
Today we transfer to Bangalore International airport for flight to onward destination.

TOUR QUOTATION:

Validity : Validity : Apr - Aug 2009	Min 02 person	Min 04 person
Per Person Twin Sharing	USD 1350	USD 1100

CITY	HOTEL CATEGORY : 3 *
Chennai	Vijay Park
Mahabalipuram	Quality Inn MGM Beach Resort
Pondicherry	Ananda Inn
Tanjore	Oriental Towers
Trichy	Jenny’s Residency
Madurai	Germanus
Kanyakumari	Singaar International
Kovalam	Abad Harmonia Beach Resort
Kumarakom	Coco Bay Backwater Resort
Thekkady	Tree Top
Cochin	Abad Plaza
Mysore	Sandesh The Prince
Hassan	Southern Star
Bangalore	Vijay Residency

Package Includes :
- Accommodation for 18 days / 17 nights in a well appointed standard room
- Daily breakfast during your stay
- All transfers & sightseeing excursions by private air-conditioned car
- Services of local English speaking guide during sightseeing tours
- Wildlife cruise on lake Periyar, Thekkady
- Services of naturalist while visiting spice garden at Periyar
- Driver allowances, interstate permits, parking & toll charges
- Current applicable taxes

Package Excludes :
- Any air / train fare to any destination on tour
- Meals other then specified
- Entrance fees
- Items of personal nature viz, laundry, tel, travel insurance, camera fees, mineral water, etc
- Anything not specifically mentioned under package includes section

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