• Landscape Kerala

    Landscape Kerala

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    Kerala Boating

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    Spa & Ayurveda Kerala

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    Mahabalipuram Elephant

DESTINATIONSMesmerising Kerala Highlights Tours

Mesmerising Kerala Highlights Tours

Mesmerising Kerala Highlights Tours

A warm welcome awaits you for this tailor-made itinerary that highlights the southern half of the country. 12  Nights of Southern delights covering the two seemingly similar states of Tamil Nadu and Kerala bringing a rich kaleidoscope of arts and culture. Starting from Chennai, Tamil Nadu has a profusion of temples, arts and culture from intricate rock carvings, exquisite temple architecture, classical music melodies and festivals making this state the cultural capital of India. Ending in Kerala with its tranquil backwaters, lush paddy fields, exotic hill-stations, sprawling plantations, enchanting art forms, colourful festivals, alluring cuisine and the revitalizing Ayurveda.  Both states have of course, its welcoming people making your visit unique through their warmth and less like a foreigner in a strange land.

Day : Arrival Chennai ( 01 )

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All transfers, sightseeing excursion as per program using private air conditioned vehicle.

On arrival meet and greet with a traditional welcome by a special flower garland and you will be transferred to the hotel. Overnight at ITC Grand Chola.

Day : Chennai – Kanchipuram – Mahabalipuram (Approx 1 Hrs) ( 02 )

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All transfers, sightseeing excursion as per program using private air conditioned vehicle.

Morning explore Tamil Nadu’s capital city and drive to Mahabalipuram enroute you will visit Kanchipuram temples. Continue drive to Mahabalipuram. Check in at the Hotel. Day to explore the serene beaches of Mahabalipuram. Overnight at The Radisson Blu Resort Temple Bay.

Day : Mahabalipuarm ( 03 )

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All transfers, sightseeing excursion as per program using private air conditioned vehicle.

After breakfast full day visit of temples in Mahabalipuram Shore Temple including Pancha Pandava Rathas, Arjuna’s Penance, Caves, and Krishna’s Butterball. Overnight at The Radisson Resort Temple bay

Day : Mahbalipuram – Pondicherry (260 KM / Approx6 Hrs) ( 04 )

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All transfers, sightseeing excursion as per program using private air conditioned vehicle.

Drive to Pondicherry, which still carries a strong flavour of the French presence in India. Aternoon visit Aurobindo Ashram,which draws devotees from all over the world and you will also visit Auroville, a township which starkly stands out from the surrounding traditional Indian villages and farm. Overnight at Le Dupleix .

Day : Pondicherry – Tanjore (180 KM / Approx4 Hrs) ( 05 )

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All transfers, sightseeing excursion as per program using private air conditioned vehicle.

After breakfast we leave Pondicherry for Thanjavur en-route visiting Chidambram, Gangaikondaicholapuram and Kumbakanom temples. Continue drive to Tanjore for an overnight stay at Ideal River view.

Day : Thanjavur – Chettinadu (110 KM / Approx2 ½ Hrs) ( 06 )

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All transfers, sightseeing excursion as per program using private air conditioned vehicle.

Morning sightseeing of Tanjore visiting Brihadeeswarar Temple,Tanjore Palace and Museum. Later drive to Karaikudi the capital of Chittinad. An ideal base to explore surrounding areas, old historic homes where the Chettiyars lived. Overnight at Chidambara Vilas.

Day : Chettinadu - Madurai (Approx 2 ½ Hrs) ( 07 )

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All transfers, sightseeing excursion as per program using private air conditioned vehicle.

After breakfast visit Chettinad Palace, a famous Chettinad mansion also known as the Raja’s palace at Kanadukathan, later you would be transferred to Madurai. Overnight at The Gateway Hotel Pashumalai.

Day : Madurai ( 08 )

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All transfers, sightseeing excursion as per program using private air conditioned vehicle.

Today enjoy sightseeing of Madurai, the Meenakshi temple in the heart of the old town and the Tirumalai Nayak Palace where dance concerts are performed daily. Afternoon free. Evening you will attend night ceremony at Sri Meenakshi Temple. Overnight at The Gateway Hotel Pashumalai.

Day : Madurai – Munnar (Approx 4 Hrs) ( 09 )

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All transfers, sightseeing excursion as per program using private air conditioned vehicle.

This morning drive into the heart of the Cardamom Hills to the tea growing area and Hill Station of Munnar. Set at an altitude of 6000 ft, Munnar is breathtakingly beautiful haven of peace and tranquility. Spend the afternoon relaxing at Windermere Estate where you will spend two nights

Day : Munnar – Kumarakom (Approx 3 ½ Hrs) ( 10 )

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All transfers, sightseeing excursion as per program using private air conditioned vehicle.

Visit the tea factory and enjoy the nature walk and explore the tea plantations and pristine valleys. Later drive to Kumarakom, Kerala’s heartland of lagoons with palm fringed lakes and paddy fields, inter-linked with hundreds of winding canals. Arrive at your hotel. Evening you will enjoy sunset cruise. Overnight at Kumarakom Lake Resort.

Day : Kumarakom ( 11 )

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All transfers, sightseeing excursion as per program using private air conditioned vehicle.

Day at leisure to relax at the hotel or explore the village of Kumarakom and Kumarakom Bird Sanctuary on your own. Overnight at Kumarakom Lake Resort.

Day : Kumarakom – Cochin (Approx 2 Hrs) ( 12 )

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All transfers, sightseeing excursion as per program using private air conditioned vehicle.

Drive to one of Kerala's most fascinating town's right on the Arabian Sea. Afternoon you will see the Chinese fishing nets, visit the Dutch Palace, Jewish Synagogue and St. Francis Church, built by the Portuguese. In the evening enjoy a Kathakali dance performance. Overnight at Vivanta By Taj Malabar.

Day : Departure Cochin ( 13 )

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All transfers, sightseeing excursion as per program using private air conditioned vehicle.

Transfer to airport to board the flight back home.

Inclusion

  • Assistance on arrival / departure at the airport by our office representative.
  • 12 nights accommodation on twin sharing basis with Bed & Breakfast at the mentioned hotels or similar available alternates.
  • All transfers, sightseeing excursion as per program using private air conditioned vehicle.
  • English speaking local guide for all the visits in Chennai, Mahabalipuram, Tanjore, Madurai, Munnar and Cochin as per program.
  • Entrance fee at all monuments of visit
  • All current government taxes.

Exclustion

  • Any airfares.
  • Any items of a personal nature such as beverages, tips, laundry, telephone calls etc.
  • The meals or the optional activities. (Unless specified).
  • Any camera / video camera fees at monuments and sites.
  • Tips (Guides, chauffeur, restaurant, porters)
  • Any visa fee, airport taxes.

Conditions

  • The above itinerary is an indicative program and can be customized as per your requirement.
  •  The Prices are calculated at the present rate. However, any change / fluctuation in  the exchange rate, shall be re-calculated at the time of confirmation & thus applicable.

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