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Tamilnadu with Kerala Tour
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Destination Covered: Chennai - Kanchipuram -
Mahabalipuram (Mamallapuram) - Pondicherry - Trichy - Madurai -
Thekkady - Munnar - Kumarakom - House Boat - Cochin- Kovalam -
Kanyakumari - Trivandrum
Duration: 16 days |
Day 01: Chennai
Arrive at Chennai airport met and get greeted and assisted by our
airport counter
 staff, Board the cab and get escorted to Chennai
hotel. Chennai, the first city of the south, and capital of Tamil Nadu, called the "Gateway to the South", it represents the
unforgotten legacy of the Dravidian era and also a culture that is
unique to the region. Known world wide as Madras now renamed as
Chennai, evolved from the age-old name, Chennapattinam. Chennai is a
coastal city with the second largest beach in the world. The climate
is hot and humid. But the breeze blowing from the sea makes the
climate bearable. In afternoon visit the major tourist attraction
are Kapaleeswara Temple, Fort Museum, Sri Parthsarathy Temple,
Marina Beach, Fort St. George, Valluvar Kottam, MGR Film City, Birla
Planetarium, Krishkintha, Crocodile Bank. Rest of the evening you
can shop and enjoy the leisurely hours.
Day 02: Chennai -Kanchipuram - Mahabalipuram (Mamallapuram)
After morning breakfast drive to Kanchipuram. On the way to
Mahabalipuram explore the golden city of temples “Kanchipuram”. The
city of thousand temples, Kanchipuram is simply awe-inspiring in its
heritage. Not surprisingly, it is one of India’s favourite pilgrim
destinations. It is also called Siva Vishnu Kanchi. The city has
stood witness to the rise and fall of most Dravidian rulers
including the pallavas, cholas and vijaynagar kings. Visit the
famous Ekambareshvara Temple, Vaikunta Perumal Temple, Kamakshi
Amman Temple, Devarajaswami Temple and Kailasnath Temple. Head
towards Mahabalipuram. Once a flourishing port of the pallavas of
ancient India, this monument centre is today a major beach resort
holiday centre in south India. Still popularly called Mahabalipuram,
this historic coastal temple town is now known as Mamallapuram after
‘Mamalla’ (great wrestler). Major attractions are the famous Shore
Temple, Arjuna's Penance, Caves, Five Rathas, Thirukkalukundram and
Tiger Cave. Evening check in the resort enjoy the exotic Tamil Nadu
food and warm hospitality of the staff.
Day 03: Mahabalipuram - Pondicherry
Morning after breakfast at hotel proceed for a whole day tour of
Mahabalipuram visit
 the famous Shore Temple, located at the shore of
bay of bengal, Visit the famous nine rock caves, get charmed by the
pride of Mahabalipuram “Arjuna's Penance” One of the world’s largest
and finest stone bas-relief, Visit the gigantic Five Rathas. These
ratha’s are carved from single rock. After the day trip the journey
proceeds toward Pondicherry check in the resort and enjoy the exotic
food and good night a sleep.
Day 04: Pondicherry
Morning after breakfast proceed to explore the Famous Indian -
French land "Pondicherry". Peaceful Pondicherry, an unusual blend of
occident and orient is referred by various exotic epithets like, the
‘Quintessence of French Culture, India’s “Little France” and the
“French Riviera” of the East etc. Get ready for the whole day
enchanting tour of Pondicherry visit the famous Sri Aurobindo
Ashrama, Pondicherry has been greatly influenced by Sri Aurobindo
the great seer, prophet and poet of twentieth century. Explore the
famous 16 centaury Greco-Roman architectural Aayi Mandapam, pay
homage to the martyr of first word war at French war memorial, see
the Dupleix statue, 19th centaury light house, Pondicherry museum
and library French institute of Indology, Botanical garden, serenity
beach, Church of Our Lady of Immaculate Conception Explore Auroville
village, see the famous Mantri Mandir, grab some fresh air in Auro
beach and many more. Back to the resort, pamper yourself by a good
sleep.
Day 05: Pondicherry - Trichy
Morning after breakfast at hotel drive to Trichy.
Tiruchchirappalli, strategically situated at the head of the fertile
kaveri delta this city was sought after by all the Dravidian rulers-cholas,
pandyas and pallavas. Its long history goes back to before the
Christian era when it was a Chola citadel. Tiruchchirappalli, fourth
largest city of Tamil Nadu teems with temples and monuments and is
an important tourist center of the State. Major tourist attractions
are Sri Ranganathaswamy Temple, Jambukeswara Temple, St John’s
Church, Rock Fort, Vayalur, Thiru Erumbur and Thiruvellarai, in the
evening take the rest for the day in the Resort.
Day 06: Trichy - Thanjavur
Morning after breakfast proceed towards Thanjavur. Check in the
hotel and head for
 a full day local tour of Thanjavur. Thanjavur was
the ancient capital of the cholas (985-1014) whose origins go back
to the beginning of the Christian era. The glorious Chola legacy is
still reflected in number of magnificent shrine built in and around
Thanjavur. “Thanjavur” birth place of the Carnatic music, musical
instruments, dance and traditional handcrafts. Visit the famous
Thanjavur palace, get enchanted by RajaRaja Chola Art Gallery, If
you are a book lover than you will just get hooked up in Saraswati
Mahal Library, visit the famous Sangeet Mahal, Brihadeeswara Temple
and Fort. Evening, get back to the Resort and rest for the night.
Day 07: Thanjuvar - Madurai
Morning after breakfast check out and get geared up for a lovely
ride to Madurai. Madurai is more than 2500 years old and was an
important cultural and commercial centre during 550 AD. The capital
of the pandyas, this ancient city is said to have been blessed by
maduram (nectar) from lord Siva’s locks. The cholas and the Nayakas
briefly ruled the city whose promotion of art and architecture still
reflect their glorious era. Becharmed by the glorious Sri Meenakshi
Sundareshwar Temple, Tirumalai Nayak Mahal, Mariamman Teppakulam
Tank, Museums. Get back to the resort and pamper your self with a
good night sleep.
Day 08: Madurai - Thekkady
Morning after breakfast at hotel, drive to Thekkady. Check in
the hotel. Get geared up to explore Thekkady. Periyar is south
India’s most popular wildlife sanctuary. Also one of the world’s
most fascinating natural wildlife sanctuaries Thekkady is noted for
its wildlife and scenic beauty. The Periyar Tiger Reserve attracts
travellers from all over the world. It encompasses 777 sq, km with a
26 sq. km artificial lake formed by the Idukki Dam across the
Periyar River created by the British in 1895.The lake offers boating
facilities. It is the home to bison, antelopes, sambar, wild boar,
langur, some 750 elephants and an estimated 35 tigers.
Day 09: Thekkady
Morning after breakfast geared up and proceed for a full day tour of
Thekkady. The
 major attraction are Periyar Wildlife
Sanctuary-Population which has innumerable and different species of
Flora, Fauna, Birds, Reptiles, Amphibians and Fishes, visit The
Sanctuary Watch Towers, Tea, cardamom, pepper and coffee
plantations, enjoy Trekking at Mangaladevi Hills, Mullakkudy,
Thannikudy, Vellimala. Do not forget Chinnar Wild Sanctuary and
Eravikulam National Park Back. Get back to the hotel give yourself
some rest and enjoy some exotic spicy, mouthwatering Kerala food.
Day 10: Thekkady - Munnar
After morning breakfast drive to Munnar. Set amid dramatic mountain
scenery in what was once known as the High Range of Travancore the
hill town of Munnar is the commercial centre of some of the world’s
highest tea-growing estates. The combination of the craggy peaks
manicured tea estates and crisp mountain air makes Munnar an ideal
retreat. Reach Munnar, check in resort and take rest for the day.
Day 11: Munnar
Morning after breakfast at hotel head for a full day local tour of
Munnar . Major attraction of Munnar are Top Staion , Sandalwood
Forest (Eravikulam National Park), Mattupetty, Rajamala, Marayoor,
Devikulam, Peerumedu, Trekking at Kalthotti Karandakapara Hills,
Peeru Hills, Kalthotti Karandakapara Hills. Evening get back to
hotel and enjoy the over night stay at Munnar.
Day 12: Munnar - Kumarakom
Morning after breakfast at hotel drive to Kumarakom. Kumarakom Back
water is called as jewels of Kerala it’s an encatching back water
destination in the map of Kerala. Kumarakom situated on the Vembanad
lake in this small water world were you will come across plenty of
Traditional country crafts boats and canoes which will take you into
the heart of the scenic lake. On arrival at Kumarakom check in the
Back water resort later proceed for a local tour of Kumarakom, visit
the Vembanad Lake Kumarakom, Kumarakom Bird Sanctuary, Houseboat
Cruises, Pilgrim Centres like Sabarimala, Mannanam, Vaikom,
Ettumanoor, Bharananganam, Erumeli, Manarcad, Aruvithura and
Athirampuzha and temple of Perunna Vazhapali and Thikkodithanam near
Changanacherry, Thirunakkara Mahadevar Temple, Cheriappally,
Valiyapally. Enjoy the over night stay at back water resort.
Day 11: Kumarakom (House Boat) - Cochin
Morning after breakfast proceeds to the deluxe house boat for a
24hrs Kerala back
 water cruise covering Kumarakom and Alleppey back
waters. Each houseboat is well constructed and has luxurious
furnishing with exquisite flooring, hall and valavara (canopy).
These are one of the best cruise. With a sun deck, spacious living /
dining area, with attached toilets. These houseboats are usually
managed by a crew, comprising a cook, a guide and oarsman. While
aboard you can avail similar facilities offered in a star hotel.
Enjoy the exotic, spicy Kerala food served inside the house boat and
enjoy the overnight stay.
Day 12: Cochin
Morning after breakfast check out house boat. Board the cab and head
towards Cochin. Cochin is the commercial and industrial capital of
Kerala and it is also called as Kochi, Queen of the Arabian Sea.
Informally, this district is located on the coast of the Arabian Sea
with Kottayam and Alappuzha district on the south Idukki on the east
and Thissur on the north. With its health of historical associates
and its setting on a cluster of islands and narrow peninsulas the
city of Kochi perfectly reflects the eclecticism of Kerala. Get
geared up and proceed for a local tour of Cochin. The major tourist
attraction are The Cherai Beach, The Fort Kochi Beach, Thattekkad
Bird Sanctuary, Athirapally, Vazhachal, The Lakshadweep Islands,
Vypeen Island, Bolghatty Island, Bolghatty Palace , The Hill Palace
Museum Thripunithura, Chennamangalam, houses the oldest synagogue in
Kerala , Chinese Fishing Nets , Jewish Synagogue, Santa Cruz Baslica
, Wallington Island , Ernakulam, Jew Town and St.Francis Church.
Evening, free for shopping, unwind your day with a good night sleep.
Day 13: Cochin - Kovalam
Morning after breakfast at hotel get ready and proceed to Kovalam.
Reach Kovalam and check in the beach resort. Kovalam is 16 kms from
Thiruvananthapuram. This internationally renowned beach resort has
been a favourite haunt of tourists since the 1930s. Kovalam consists
of three adjacent crescent beaches. There are four main stretches of
beach each about 400 mts long with a rocky promontory. The southern
beaches are much more populated, Lighthouse Beach is a long line of
shops. Kovalam offers accommodation options to suit all budgets.
Enjoy the Ayurvedic massage and yoga centers. Evening get back to
the resort and enjoy the good sleep after a good massage.
Day 14: Kovalam
Morning after breakfast head for a half day local tour of Kovalam
evening free to explore the god’s own county. Take an Ayurvedic
massage on the beach shore and enjoy the seafood, fruit and toddy
(coconut beer). Stay overnight at Kovalam.
Day 15: Kovalam - Kanyakumari
Morning after breakfast geared up and head towards the beautiful
Kanyakumari.
 Reach Kanyakumari and check in the hotel. Then proceed
for a full day tour of Kanyakumari. Kanyakumari is associated with
goddess Kumari the virgin, Kanyakumari (Cape Comorin). Kanyakumari
has become a busy pilgrimage centre dedicated to the goddess Devi
Kanya an incarnation of Parvathi this land has great spiritual
significance for hindus. Major tourist attractions are Cape Comorin,
Kumari Amman Temple, Gandhi (Memorial) Mandapam, Vivekananda
Memorial, Guganathaswami Temple, Government Museum, Olakkay Aruvi
(Waterfalls), Kumarak Koil, Gulf of Mannar Marine National Park.
Evening get back to the resort and take the rest for the day.
Day 16: Kanyakumari - Trivandrum
Morning after breakfast have a day off and treasure the memory of
your stay, at afternoon get escorted to Trivandrum Airport to board
the flight for onward destination. |
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