South India Temple Tour
Duration: 10 nights / 11 days
Route: Chennai » Kanchipuram » Mahabalipuram » Pondicherry » Chidambaram » Thanjavur » Tiruchirapalli » Madurai » Kanyakumari » Trivandrum
*Itinerary can be customized as per your interest.
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Detailed Itinerary
Day 01: Chennai
Welcome aboard to South India Temple Tour. Our company representative will receive you at airport and assist you to your hotel. In hotel our representative will hand over your travel documents regarding tour. Get ready for Chennai day tour. Visit Santhom Church, Kabalishwara Temple, St. George Fort and Madras (Chennai) Museum, where you will experience a peaceful atmosphere. Overnight stay in hotel.
Day 02: Mahabalipuram
Start your tour of ancient temples of India. Drive to Mahabalipuram. Enroute visit Kanchipuram is one of India's holiest sites, also known as the city of thousand temples. In south India temple tour visit Kailasanatha Temple, Vaikunda Perumal Temple, Varatharaja Temple and Ekambareswara Temple. Drive to Mahabalipuram. Overnight stay in hotel.
Day 03: Mahabalipuram
After breakfast get ready for Mahabalipuram day tour. A visit to Mahabalipuram for admiring Arjuna's Penance, Five Rathas, Shore Temple, Tiger Cave and Krishna's Butter Ball. Overnight stay in hotel.
Day 04: Pondicherry
Drive to Pondicherry to visit Auroville and check in at the hotel in Pondicherry. After lunch a peaceful visit to Aurobindo Ashram. In evening take a walk on the streets of Pondicherry. Overnight stay in hotel.
Day 05: Thanjavur
Early morning drive to Thanjavur. Enroute visit Chidambaram. In south India temple tour witness the special ceremony at Nataraja Temple, Gangai kondacholapuram, Kumbakonam, Darasuram. Continue your drive Thanjavur. Overnight stay in hotel.
Day 06: Tiruchirapalli
Early morning get ready for Thanjavur day tour. Onto the south India temple city Thanjavur visit Bragadeeshwara Temple, art Gallery and palace. Later drive to Tiruchirapalli. Overnight stay in hotel.
Day 07: Madurai
Continue your tour of ancient temples of Tiruchirapalli. After breakfast get ready for day tour. Visit Srirangam Vishnu Temple and Rock Fort. After lunch drive to Madurai. Overnight in hotel.
Day 08: Madurai
After breakfast get ready to visit wonderful architectures at Madurai in Mariamman Teppakulam, Meenakshi Temple and Nayak Palace. Overnight stay in hotel.
Day 09: Kanyakumari
Early morning drive to Kanyakumari. Check in to the hotel. In south India temple tour, visit Vivekananda rock memorial – where Spiritual leader “Swamy Vivekananda” meditated in this rock surrounded by water. Visit the most famous Kumari Amman Temple which is dedicated to goddess Parvathi. In the evening, you can enjoy the sunset and walk along the beach. Overnight stay in hotel.
Day 10: Kovalam
Early morning drive to Kovalam. Check in to the resort. Option of having a body-soothing, relaxing Ayurvedic massage. Overnight stay in Resort.
Day 11: Kovalam
Free day. Transfer to Trivandrum Airport according to your scheduled departure.
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Services Included
● This package tour is personalized & individual and can be started at any time of the year. This tour is based on private departures, where you are benefit from having a private executive car and freedom to stop en-route for breaks or for photographic opportunities.
● Air-conditioned car with driver, all inclusive. Fuel, Insurance for car, Road and State taxes, Toll taxes, Parking fees and all transport related expense including Driver's food and lodging.
● Driver with excellent skills and record, a good knowledge of the area you are visiting and sufficient English to communicate with you.
● The car will be with you from your arrival to departure with as many stops to sightseeing as you want enroute.
● Meeting and assistance on arrival/departure at airports, hotels by our company representative.
● Double bed room with breakfast and all taxes included.
● Accommodation in Double Rooms on twin sharing basis.
● Transfers and land transportation according to proposed itinerary.
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Services Not Included
● Tips, laundry, telephone bills, portage and Beverages.
● Meals unless specified.
● Entrances to Monuments and other specified destination.
● Movie / video camera fee at monuments.
● Domestic or International airfare unless specified.
● Medical or baggage insurance.
● Airport Departure taxes, Visa Charges.
● Tips and gratuities.
● Any other service that has not been specified.
● Your game safaris in the National Parks unless specified above.
● New Year, Christmas, festivals & Events Period (supplements to be advised, if required).
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best time to visit India?
Peak season to visit India is between October and March when the monsoon rains have ceased and the country is largely warm and dry. The climate does vary considerably by region though this is the peak travel season in Rajasthan and Kerala due to the agreeable weather conditions.
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Which places should I visit in India?
The most visited regions in India is Rajasthan and Kerala. Rajasthan is in North India and Kerala is in South India. Rajasthan is known for fairs and festivals, songs and ballads, folklore and folktales, and the traditional costumes these are still the part of the colourful and captivating state of Rajasthan.
Apart from Rajasthan in North India Agra, Orchha, Khajuraho and Varanasi are also the most visited places.
In South India Kerala is perhaps the most beautiful region on earth. It is less of a tour and more of a chance to find your peace, with a bit of sightseeing along the way. Kerala is also known for Kerala Backwaters, Ayurveda and Yoga.
Apart from Kerala Tamil Nadu is equally most visited place in South India. Tamil Nadu is mainly known for the ancient temples in India. If still you are confused which place to visit, please cunsult Heritedge tour expert to help you.
How much does it cost to visit India?
Cost of tours depends on the category of hotels, transportation, air-fair and services. Off-season, high season and peak season also put major effect on the cost of tour. The more higher you go, the more you pay. Please go through below per person per day cost, for your reference:
1. Budget Tour : Less than 70 Euro / 80 USD
2. Medium Tour : 70 Eu to 150 Euro / 80 USD to 170 USD
3. Luxury Tour : 150 Eu to 250 Euro / 170 USD to 285 USD
4. High-End Tour : Above 250 Euro / Above 285 USD
In Budget Tours guests will get clean and decent 3 star to 4 star mixed category hotels and executive car with driver, with all expenses covered. Please consult Heritedge tour advisor to set your holidays within your budget.
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Can I choose my own travel dates?
Heritedge offers personalized & individual organized tours upto any number of travelers and can be started at any time of the year. Our package tours are based on private departures, where you are benefit from having a private executive car and freedom to stop en-route for breaks or for photographic opportunities. Also note that our tours can be customized according to your holidays and your interest.