Day 01: Arrival in Chennai (Approx. 15–20 km | 30–45 mins)
Arrive at Chennai International Airport, railway station, hotel, or any preferred location in Chennai, followed by a private transfer to your hotel (if booked). Rest of the day at leisure.
Overnight: Chennai
Day 02: Chennai Sightseeing
Guided sightseeing of Chennai covering Santhome Basilica, Marina Beach, Kapaleeswarar Temple, and a drive past colonial landmarks.
Overnight: Chennai
Day 03: Chennai – Mahabalipuram – Pondicherry (Approx. 150 km | 4–5 hrs)
Drive to Pondicherry with sightseeing at Mahabalipuram, including Shore Temple, Arjuna’s Penance, and Five Rathas.
Overnight: Pondicherry
Day 04: Pondicherry Sightseeing
Visit the French Quarter, Aurobindo Ashram, historic churches, and Pondicherry Beach.
Overnight: Pondicherry
Day 05: Pondicherry – Darasuram – Kumbakonam (Approx. 170 km | 4–5 hrs)
Visit the Airavatesvara Temple (UNESCO World Heritage Site) en route to Kumbakonam.
Overnight: Kumbakonam
Day 06: Kumbakonam – Tanjore – Kumbakonam (Approx. 80 km | 2–3 hrs)
Visit Brihadeeswarar Temple, Tanjore Palace, and Art Gallery.
Overnight: Kumbakonam or Tanjore
Day 07: Kumbakonam – Trichy – Madurai (Approx. 200 km | 5–6 hrs)
En route visits to Sri Ranganathaswamy Temple and Rockfort Temple before reaching Madurai.
Overnight: Madurai
Day 08: Madurai Sightseeing
Visit Flower Market, Gandhi Memorial Museum, Tirumalai Nayakar Palace, rickshaw ride in the old city, and Meenakshi Amman Temple.
Overnight: Madurai
Day 09: Madurai – Thekkady (Approx. 140 km | 3–4 hrs)
Scenic drive to Thekkady. Rest of the day free at leisure or optional activities.
Overnight: Thekkady
Day 10: Thekkady Sightseeing
Optional activities such as Periyar Lake boat safari and spice plantation visit.
Overnight: Thekkady
Day 11: Thekkady – Alleppey – Mararikulam (Approx. 150 km | 4–5 hrs)
Transfer through the backwater region of Kerala.
Houseboat cruise in Alleppey: Optional, at additional cost
Overnight: Mararikulam
Day 12: Mararikulam Leisure Day
Day at leisure for beach relaxation or optional resort activities.
Overnight: Mararikulam
Day 13: Mararikulam Leisure Day
Day at leisure for beach relaxation or optional resort activities.
Overnight: Mararikulam
Day 14: Mararikulam – Cochin / Departure (Approx. 55 km | 1.5–2 hrs)
Sightseeing in Cochin covering Fort Kochi, Chinese Fishing Nets, Jewish Synagogue, and Mattancherry Palace, followed by airport transfer.
Important Clarification (Please Read Before Booking)
• Entrance fees to monuments and museums are not included in the base tour price.
• Activities and excursions such as houseboat cruises and safaris must be paid separately.
• These services can be arranged as optional add-ons, unless confirmed in writing at the time of booking.
• The Alleppey houseboat cruise is not included by default and is available only on request at an additional cost.
