Guide

• Local English speaking guide at Mumbai, Chennai, Mahabalipuram, Thanjavur, Trichy, Madurai and Cochin. (Other Languages guide except English language guide at Additional cost and Subject to Availability)

Others

• 12 Nights accommodation based on double / twin sharing basis. • Assistance during arrival and departure by Holidays At. • Daily breakfast at hotel. • All sightseeing including airport transfers by an AC vehicle. • Local English speaking guide at Mumbai, Chennai, Mahabalipuram, Thanjavur, Trichy, Madurai and Cochin. (Other Languages guide except English language guide at Additional cost and Subject to Availability) • Enjoy a boat ride at Preiyar Lake. • One mineral water bottle per person per day. • All currently applicable taxes including GST.

Transport

All sightseeing including airport transfers by an AC Car MUV / SUV / Sedan car with an English speaking driver. Drivers of our private vehicles are experienced with good knowledge of the road conditions and well trained. The type of vehicles provided are as follows : Passenger Vehicle type • 1-2 persons Air-conditioned medium car such as Etios / Dezire or similar • 3-4 persons Air-conditioned large car such as Toyota Innova or similar • 5-10 persons Air-conditioned mini-van such as Tempo Traveler or similar

Meals

• 12 Breakfast at Hotels • 1 Dinner at Houseboat • 1 Breakfast at Houseboat

Accommodation

Accommodation at good 3 Star hotels based on Double / Twin Sharing basis • 2 Nights in Mumbai • 2 Nights in Chennai • 1 Night in Mahabalipuram • 1 Night in Kumbakonam • 1 Night in Trichy • 1 Night in Madurai • 2 Nights in Periyar • 1 Night in Alleppey • 1 Night in Cochin Check In : 1400 Hrs / Check Out : 1200 Hrs Early check in and late Check out are subject to availability.

Not included:

Flights

• Flights form Mumbai to Chennai

Others

• Visas Fee (if applicable) • Monument entry fees • Tips (always optional, but some guidance will be given in the pre-departure information pack you’ll receive after booking) • Beverages other than drinking water & any costs of a personal nature • International flights to/from the start/finish of the trip

Insurance

• Every traveler is required to purchase travel insurance before the start of their tour. Due to the varying nature, availability and cost of health care around the world, travel insurance is very much an essential and necessary part of every journey.

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Day 1 Day 1: Arrival At Mumbai
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 1: Arrival At Mumbai

On the day of arrival at Mumbai airport, our Holidays At representative will assist you at the airport and later transfer to your pre-booked hotel for night stay.

Rest of the day free for your own leisure activities.

Overnight at Hotel.
Day 2 Day 2: At Mumbai
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 2: At Mumbai

Today morning after breakfast at hotel, later proceed for full day guided tour to Mumbai, visit Gateway of India, Elephanta Caves, Gandhi Memorial, Parliament House, Marine Drive, Prince of Wales Museum, Hanging Gardens, Jain Temples, Kamla Nehru Garden and Juhu Chowpatty.

Rest of the day free for your own leisure activities.

Overnight at Hotel.
Day 3 Day 3: Mumbai - Chennai (By Flight)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 3: Mumbai - Chennai (By Flight)

Today morning after breakfast at hotel, later check out and transfer to Mumbai airport to board the flight for Chennai.

Upon arrival at Chennai airport, our Holidays At representative will assist you at the airport and later transfer to your pre-booked hotel for night stay. Rest of the day free for your own leisure activities.

Overnight at Hotel.
Day 4 Day 4: At Chennai
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 4: At Chennai

Today morning after breakfast at the hotel, later proceed for full day guided tour to Chennai, visit Kapaleeshwar Temple, Sri Parthasarathy Temple, Ramakrishna Temple, Fort St.George (the oldest fort in Chennai), National Art Gallery, St.Mary’s Church, Anna Zoological Park, Birla Planetarium and Kalakshetra and Theosophical Society. Also visit houses the Secretariat and Legislative Assembly of Tamil Nadu and the famous Marina Beach (the second largest in the world) and Elliots Beach.

Rest of the day free for your own leisure activities.

Overnight at Hotel.
Day 5 Day 5: Chennai - Kanchipuram - Mahabalipuram (145 Kms / 4 Hrs)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 5: Chennai - Kanchipuram - Mahabalipuram (145 Kms / 4 Hrs)

Today morning after breakfast at hotel, later check out and drive to Mahabalipuram, via en-route visit to Kanchipuram, the city of 1000 temples and one of the seven sacred Hindu cities in India, visit Kamakshi Amman Temple, The Kanchi Kailasanathar Temple, Varadaraja Perumal Temple, Ekambareswarar Temple and Ulagalanda Perumal Temple a houses a huge statue of Lord Vishnu.

After finish your visit to Kanchipuram, later continue drive to Mahabalipuram. Upon arrival at Mahabalipuram check-in to your pre-booked hotel for night stay.

Rest of the day free for your own leisure activities.

Overnight at Hotel.
Day 6 Day 6: Mahabalipuram - Kumbakonam (240 Kms / 5 Hrs)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 6: Mahabalipuram - Kumbakonam (240 Kms / 5 Hrs)

Today morning after breakfast at hotel, later check out and proceed for sightseeing tour to Mahabalipuram, visit the Thirukadalmallai, Shore Temple, Pancha Pandava Rathas, Arjuna’s Penance, Caves, Krishna’s Butterball and India Seashell Museum. Also explore the Mahabalipuram Beach with surfing & Shore Temple views.

After finish your sightseeing tour at Mahabalipuram, later continue drive to Kumbakonam. Upon arrival at Kumbakonam check-in to your pre-booked hotel for night stay.

Rest of the day free for your own leisure activities.

Overnight at Hotel.
Day 7 Day 7: Kumbakonam - Thanjavur - Trichy (100 Kms / 2.30 Hrs)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 7: Kumbakonam - Thanjavur - Trichy (100 Kms / 2.30 Hrs)

Today morning after breakfast at hotel, later check out and proceed for sightseeing tour to Kumbakonam - is famous for its temples and mathas (monasteries). There are around 188 Hindu temples. Also visit Shri Airavatesvara Temple at Darasuram.

After finish your sightseeing tour at Kumbakonam, later drive to Thanjavur, visit the Schwartz Memorial & Church, Sivaganga Garden, Lord Murugan Temple, Brihadeeswara Temple, Thanjavur Maratha Palace.

After finish your visit to Thanjavur, later continue drive to Trichy. Upon arrival at Trichy check-in to your pre-booked hotel for night stay.

Rest of the day free for your own leisure activities.

Overnight at Hotel.
Day 8 Day 8: Trichy - Chettinad - Madurai (175 Kms / 3.30 Hrs)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 8: Trichy - Chettinad - Madurai (175 Kms / 3.30 Hrs)

Today morning after breakfast at hotel, later check out and drive to Madurai, via en-route visit to Chettinad, visit Chettinad Maharaja’s Palace and Lord Ganesha Temple at Kundrakudi. Also visit Alagar Malai Temple before reaching to Madurai. Upon arrival at Madurai check-in to your pre-booked hotel for night stay.

After refresh yourself, later proceed for guided tour to Madurai, visit Meenakshi Amman Temple, Thirumalai Nayakkar Palace, Gandhi Memorial Museum and Vandiyur Mariamman Teppakulam.

After finish your guided tour to Madurai, later experience the evening prayer ceremony at the Meenakshi Temple.

Overnight at Hotel.
Day 9 Day 9: Madurai - Periyar/Thekkady (150 Kms / 4 Hrs)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 9: Madurai - Periyar/Thekkady (150 Kms / 4 Hrs)

Today morning after breakfast at hotel, later check out and drive to Periyar. Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary one of the biggest wildlife sanctuaries in India’s which covers 777 Sq. Kms (300 Sq. miles) for a Tiger Reserve. Upon arrival at Periyar check-in to your pre-booked hotel for night stay.

In the evening, enjoy a walk around Estate or free for own activities.

Overnight at Hotel.
Day 10 Day 10: At Periyar/Thekkady
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 10: At Periyar/Thekkady

Today morning after breakfast at hotel, later proceed for full day sightseeing tour to Periyar visit Bamboo Rafting & Border Hiking are a unique program available in Periyar, Also enjoy the Elephant safari at Periyar wildlife sanctuary, Kumily and Mangala Devi Temple.

Overnight at Hotel.
Day 11 Day 11: Periyar/Thekkady - Alleppey (128 Kms / 3.30 Hrs)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 11: Periyar/Thekkady - Alleppey (128 Kms / 3.30 Hrs)

Today morning after breakfast at hotel, later check out and proceed for backwater to enjoy the houseboat journey.

Upon arrival at Alleppey check-in to your pre-booked houseboat for night stay. Later proceed for backwaters & lagoons on Alappuzha, Enjoy your lunch and dinner at houseboat. Evening walk around the local street of Alappuzha.

Overnight at Houseboat.
Day 12 Day 12: Alleppey - Cochin (60 Kms / 1 Hrs)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 12: Alleppey - Cochin (60 Kms / 1 Hrs)

Today morning after breakfast at houseboat, later check out and drive to Cochin. Upon arrival at Cochin check-in to your pre-booked hotel for night stay.

After refresh yourself, later proceed for guided tour to Cochin, visit Fort Kochi, Dutch Palace, Chinese Fishing Net, Indo Portuguese Museum and Marine Drive.

In the evening time enjoy the kathakali dance show, one of India’s most famous classical dances with lavish costumes, exotic makeup & masks intensify the beauty of the dancers, intricate moments.

Overnight at Hotel.
Day 13 Day 13: Departure From Cochin
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 13: Departure From Cochin

Today morning after breakfast at hotel, later check out and transfer to Cochin airport to board the flight for your next destination / Home.

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Itinerary of your trip South India Tour From Mumbai

Day 1: Arrival At Mumbai

Day 2: At Mumbai

Day 3: Mumbai - Chennai (By Flight)

Day 4: At Chennai

Day 5: Chennai - Kanchipuram - Mahabalipuram (145 Kms / 4 Hrs)

Day 6: Mahabalipuram - Kumbakonam (240 Kms / 5 Hrs)

Day 7: Kumbakonam - Thanjavur - Trichy (100 Kms / 2.30 Hrs)

Day 8: Trichy - Chettinad - Madurai (175 Kms / 3.30 Hrs)

Day 9: Madurai - Periyar/Thekkady (150 Kms / 4 Hrs)

Day 10: At Periyar/Thekkady

Day 11: Periyar/Thekkady - Alleppey (128 Kms / 3.30 Hrs)

Day 12: Alleppey - Cochin (60 Kms / 1 Hrs)

Day 13: Departure From Cochin

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