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10 Days Private Car and Driver Tour of Tamilnadu and Kerala
Features
- Free cancellation available
- 10d
- Mobile voucher
- Instant confirmation
- Selective hotel pickup
Overview
- Guided heritage tour of Chennai’s temples, churches, and museums
- UNESCO World Heritage monuments in Mahabalipuram, Tanjore, and Darasuram
- French Quarter walk and spiritual landmarks in Pondicherry and Madurai
- Wildlife sanctuary visit, spice gardens, and hill landscapes in Thekkady
- Scenic Alleppey houseboat cruise and historic Fort Kochi promenade walk
Activity location
- Chennai
- Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India
Meeting/Redemption Point
- Chennai
- Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India
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ChuttiS01 - 01
- 10d
Activity duration is 10 days 10d - English
Tour includes private transportation and professional guide services as per the itinerary.
What's included, what's not
- Private air-conditioned transportation for the entire tour
What's included What's included - Experienced English-speaking driver throughout the journey
What's included What's included - Professional local tour guides as per itinerary
What's included What's included - Airport pick-up in Chennai and airport drop-off in Kochi
What's included What's included - All fuel, tolls, parking fees, and interstate taxes
What's included What's included - Driver’s accommodation, meals, and allowances
What's included What's included - Entrance fees to monuments and attractions mentioned in the itinerary (Included if you choose option ChuttiS01-02)
What's included What's included - Alleppey backwater cruise by traditional houseboat, offering a scenic journey through Kerala’s backwaters with standard onboard facilities (Included if you choose option ChuttiS01-03)
What's included What's included - Sightseeing and transfers as outlined in the program
What's included What's included - 24-hour on-tour assistance and coordination
What's included What's included - Accommodation in hotels
What's excluded What's excluded - Can be arranged on request)
What's excluded What's excluded - Meals and beverages for guests unless specified
What's excluded What's excluded - Camera or video fees at monuments, if applicable
What's excluded What's excluded - Personal expenses such as tips, laundry, and shopping
What's excluded What's excluded - Optional activities not mentioned in the itinerary
What's excluded What's excluded - Travel insurance, visa fees, and airfare/train tickets
What's excluded What's excluded - Any services not specifically mentioned under “Inclusions”
What's excluded What's excluded
Know before you book
- Not allowed: Alcohol and drugs, Explosive substances, Firework, Intoxication, Nudity
- Not suitable for: People over 95 years, People with motion sickness
What you can expect
Professional Car and Driver Tour
Day 1: Arrival & Chennai Sightseeing
Arrive in Chennai and meet your driver at the airport or hotel. After a short orientation, begin sightseeing covering the city’s cultural and colonial heritage. Visit Kapaleeshwarar Temple, Santhome Cathedral, Fort St. George, St. Mary’s Church, and the Government Museum.
Overnight stay in Chennai.
Day 2: Excursion to Mahabalipuram
Drive along the scenic East Coast Road to the UNESCO World Heritage site of Mahabalipuram. Explore the Shore Temple, Pancha Rathas, and Cave Temples, showcasing Pallava-era rock-cut architecture. Enjoy a leisurely walk along Mahabalipuram Beach before returning to Chennai.
Overnight stay in Chennai.
Day 3: French Heritage of Pondicherry
Proceed to Pondicherry, known for its Indo-French charm. Visit Auroville (Matrimandir view), Sri Aurobindo Ashram, and stroll through the French Quarter. Continue to Manakula Vinayagar Temple and the Basilica of the Sacred Heart of Jesus.
Overnight stay in Pondicherry.
Day 4: Temples of Kumbakonam & Tanjore
Drive to Kumbakonam, the temple town of Tamil Nadu. Visit the UNESCO-listed Gangaikonda Cholapuram and Brihadeeswarar Temple. Continue to Darasuram to explore the Airavatesvara Temple and witness traditional bronze casting at a local workshop.
Overnight stay in Tanjore.
Day 5: Trichy & Chettinad Experience
Visit key attractions in Trichy before proceeding to the Chettinad region. Explore Chettinad Palace, walk through heritage villages, and observe local craftsmanship. Enjoy a traditional Chettinad-style meal before continuing to Madurai.
Overnight stay in Madurai.
Day 6: Cultural Highlights of Madurai
Discover Madurai’s vibrant culture with visits to the flower market, Gandhi Museum, and Thirumalai Nayak Palace. Enjoy a rickshaw ride and join the Vanakkam Madurai walking tour. Conclude the day with an evening visit to Meenakshi Amman Temple.
Overnight stay in Madurai.
Day 7: Madurai – Thekkady
Drive into Kerala’s lush landscapes en route to Thekkady. Visit a grapes garden and explore a nearby wildlife sanctuary known for its rich biodiversity. Enjoy the cool climate of the Western Ghats.
Overnight stay in Thekkady.
Day 8: Alleppey Backwater Cruise
Proceed to Alleppey and board a traditional houseboat or shikara. Cruise through serene backwaters, passing coconut groves, paddy fields, and village life. Enjoy sunset views and a peaceful ambiance.
Overnight stay on the houseboat in Alleppey.
Day 9: Mararikulam & Kochi Sightseeing
Visit Mararikulam, known for coconut oil production and local cuisine. En route to Kochi, stop to observe coir-making units, tea shops, and rural scenery. In Kochi, visit the Dutch Palace, Jewish Synagogue, and Fort Kochi, followed by a promenade walk.
Overnight stay in Kochi.
Day 10: Departure from Kochi
After breakfast, transfer to Kochi Airport for your onward flight.
Overnight stay not applicable.
Location
Activity location
LOB_ACTIVITIES LOB_ACTIVITIES - Chennai
- Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India
Meeting/Redemption Point
PEOPLE PEOPLE - Chennai
- Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India