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Day-01: arrival at Chennai Transfer to airport / Railways Station for onward Journey.

Date
18/09/12 19/09/12

Places
Jabalpur / Itarasi Shirdi Shirdi - Sani Signapur Tirupati Tirupati Kanchipuram Rameshwaram

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Madurai Kanyakumari Kanyakumari Trivendram Cochin Goa Goa Train Journey Itarasi / Jabalpur

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Munnar

Day-01: Trivandrum - Kovalam ( Distance from Trivandrum to Kovalam is 16 km.) On your arrival at Airport or Railway Station , you will be met by our representatives and transferred to Kovalam. Check into res

Day-02: Kovalam-Trivandrum-Kovalam After breakfast we take you for a Visit of Trivandrum: The Napier Museum, Kuthiramalika Museum, and Sri Padmanabha Temp

Day-03: Kovalam Kanyakumari (Distance from Kovalam to Kanyakumari is 80 km ) Morning drive to Kanyakumari,Visit Vivekanada Rock, Kanyakumari temple, Gandhi Memorial etc. Evening watch sunset at the

Day-04: Kanayakumari Madurai ( Distance from Madurai to Kanyakumari is 235 km.) Morning after breakfast proceed to Madurai. Visit Sri Meenakshi sundareshwara temple, the temple art museum, puthu Manda

Day-05: Madurai - Rameshwaram - Chennai ( Distance from Madurai to Rameshwaram is 165 km.) Morning after breakfast check out hotel and proceed to Rameshwaram. Local tour of Rameshwaram Sightseeing - Hanuman T

Day-06: Chennai - Mahabalipuram ( Distance from Chennai to Mahabalipuram is 58 Kms) Early Morning arrive Chennai Railway Station , you will be met by our representatives and transferred to Hotel. After breakfast p Day-07: Departure Chennai Transfer to airport / Railways Station for onward Journey.

Day 01: Arrive Chennai: Welcome to INDIA! Meet, assist at the airport by our tour executive then transfer to Hotel. This morning we set out to explore th Day 02: Mahabalipuram: After breakfast we drive to Mahabalipuram. Upon arrival in Mahabalipuram we check into our pre booked Hotel. Afternoon city

Day 03: Mahabalipuram: Depart for a tour of Kanchipuram, city of a thousand temples, Once the capital of Pallava, Kanchipuram still contains no less th

Day 04: Madurai: Today we are transferred to the airport to board our flight for Madurai.upon arrival we are met and transferred to our pre booked

Day 05: Madurai: Madurai's history goes back to six centuries before Christ. The Pandyan rulers made this their capital until the 14th Century and

Day 06: Periyar: After early morning breakfast we drive to Periyar ( Thekkady). The drive up to this hilltop wildlife sanctuary is one of the most be

Day 07: Kumarakom: Today we start our drive for Kumarakom. The drive is a beautiful experience passing through the backwaters and plantations. U

Day 08: Transfer to Kumarakom Jetty to start the Houseboat Programme Today morning we are transferred to the embarkment point fo Day 09: On board the House Boat: Overnight on the House boat.

Day 10: Cochin: Today morning it is now time for us to Disembark the Houseboat and we are transferred to Cochin via Alleppey. Upon arrival in Day 11: Cochin: Early morning rise and transfer to the backwaters of Cochin, which run from the sea inland through lush tropical countryside. It

Day 12: Ooty: Morning after breakfast we start our drive towards Ootacamund most popularly known as Ooty. It is mostly referred to as the Q

Day 13: Mysore: After a relaxed morning we start our drive towards Mysore , wending along through verdant and hilly countryside, where the leg

Day 14: Mysore: After a relaxed breakfast we drive for a morning sight-seeing of the city of Mysore. Mysore a city of 17 Palaces - the Maharaja's

Day 15: Hassan: Today after an early breakfast we start our Journey for Bangalore Enroute Hassan. Hassan is famous for its temples of Belur a

Day 16: Mumbai: In the morning flight for Mumbai. on arrival in Mumbai ( Bombay ) you are met and transferred to your prebooked Hotel. Overni Day 17: Mumbai: After what will have been a majestic way to see and experience royal India, we bid farewell as we are transferred to the airport South India Temples

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Departure from Jabalpur at 1830hrs. Boarding at Itarasi at 2330 hrs. Departure towards Manmad. Overnight Journey. Arrive Manmad and transfer to Shirdi. Sai Mandir Darshan. Overnight at Shirdi. Early morning proceed Sani Signapur. Sani Mandir Darshn Departure from Kopargaon towards Tirupati at 1530 hrs. Overnight Journey. Arrival Tirupati. Lord Balaji Darshan. Overnight at Tirupati. Local visit at Tirupati. Departure towards Kanchipuram. Overnight Journey. Arrival Kanchipuram. Local visit. Depart towards Rameshwaram. Overnight Journey. Arrival Rameshwaram fresh up in the train. Bath in Sea and 21 Holy Well,Visit: Shiva Temple Departure towards Madurai. Arrival Madurai. Visit Meenakshi Temple by walk. Departure from Madurai towards Kanyakumari. Overnight Journey. Arrival Kanyakumari. Visit Kanyakumari by walk and boat (own expense): Sunrise view, Vivekananda Memorial, Sunset View. Overnight at Kanyakumari. Early morning proceed from Kanyakumari to Trivendram. Arrival Trivendram. Local visit of Kovalam Beach and temple at Trivendram.Departs towards Cochin. Overnight Journey. Arrival Cochin. Visit of Cochin Harbour by boat (own expanse). Depart towards Goa. Overnight Journey. Arrival Madgaon. Visit of North Goa. Overnight at Goa Half day visit of South Goa. Depart towards Madgaon in afternoon. Overnight Journey Day & Night Train Journey. Deboarding Itarasi at 0500 hrs & Jabalpur at 0900 hrs. Tour Ends with Sweet memories Pick up from Coimbatore railway station/ Coimbatore Airport. Transfer to Ooty by road. On arrival, Check in Hotel at Ooty, Proceed to Doddabetta peak and Tea museum, Later proceed back to Ooty town. Visit to Ooty lake and Botanical gardens, Overnight stay at Ooty. Morning visit the Film shooting places, Pykara falls and lake, etc Proceed to Mudumalai wildlife sanctuary ** At Mudumalai, visit Elephant camp, Jungle ride. Later transfer back to hotel Overnight halt at Ooty. Check out Hotel at Ooty. Transfer to Coonoor by Road (Option: Board the Nilgiri Passenger Train by 09:00 Hrs and transfer to Coonoor by Train on your own cost). Alight at Coonoor - Visit Sims Park, Lambs Rock, and Dolphins Nose. Later Proceed to Coimbatore by Road. Drop at Coimbatore Jn. railway station/ Coimbatore Airport. Starting from Chennai by 6:00 am and proceed to Yelagiri. Check into hotel. Visit Punganur Lake, Boating at Yelagiri Lake, Mini Zoo. Overnight stay at hotel in Yelagiri. After breakfast, starting for trekking 2 hrs to Swamimalai temple. Visit Telescope House, Jalagandeeswarar Temple, Jalagamparai waterfalls. Check out from the hotel and proceed to Chennai. Reach in the night.

Arrival at Coimbatore. Our representative will be waiting at Airport/Railway Station to receive you and transfer to hotel. In the evening go for shopping and city tour. Back to hotel and overnight stay After breakfast the day begins with local sight seeing of places in and around Ooty. In the afternoon proceed to Kodaikanal and check into hotel and overnight stay. After breakfast, a full day sight seeing of places in and around Kodaikanal - the enchanting hill stations & shooting sights. You can enjoy the eauty of Tea and Cardamom plantation, Suicide point, Lake view, Echo Point and Golf Club.Back to the hotel and overnight stay After breakfast, a full day sight seeing of places in and around Munnar - the enchanting hill station. You can rove through Tea and Cardamom plantation, Mattupetty Dam, Rajamalai, Kundale Dam and Golf Club, Top Station - Highest Point in Munnar and back to the hotel and overnight stay

um - Kovalam Trivandrum to Kovalam is 16 km.) t Airport or Railway Station , you will be met by our representatives and transferred to Kovalam. Check into resort / hotel. Day free to relax an

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m Kanyakumari ovalam to Kanyakumari is 80 km ) Kanyakumari,Visit Vivekanada Rock, Kanyakumari temple, Gandhi Memorial etc. Evening watch sunset at the beach. Overnight stay at Kan

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- Rameshwaram - Chennai Madurai to Rameshwaram is 165 km.) eakfast check out hotel and proceed to Rameshwaram. Local tour of Rameshwaram Sightseeing - Hanuman Temple, Pamba Bridge, Navpa

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IA! Meet, assist at the airport by our tour executive then transfer to Hotel. This morning we set out to explore the city of madras. Visit the Nat

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nsferred to the airport to board our flight for Madurai.upon arrival we are met and transferred to our pre booked hotel.Rest of the day at leisu

goes back to six centuries before Christ. The Pandyan rulers made this their capital until the 14th Century and the city flowered with the gen

ng breakfast we drive to Periyar ( Thekkady). The drive up to this hilltop wildlife sanctuary is one of the most beautiful . Starting with coconut

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arakom Jetty to start the Houseboat Programme Today morning we are transferred to the embarkment point for the Houseboat. It is once a l

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e and transfer to the backwaters of Cochin, which run from the sea inland through lush tropical countryside. It could be compared to a cruise

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morning we start our drive towards Mysore , wending along through verdant and hilly countryside, where the legendary warrior Tipu Sultan bui

reakfast we drive for a morning sight-seeing of the city of Mysore. Mysore a city of 17 Palaces - the Maharaja's City Palace being one of the

arly breakfast we start our Journey for Bangalore Enroute Hassan. Hassan is famous for its temples of Belur and Halebid. Belur, on the bank

ght for Mumbai. on arrival in Mumbai ( Bombay ) you are met and transferred to your prebooked Hotel. Overnight at the Hotel.

ve been a majestic way to see and experience royal India, we bid farewell as we are transferred to the airport for our flight back home.

Tour Duration: 11 Nights / 12 Days Palaces to Visit: Chennai - Kanchipuram - Mahabalipuram - Tiruvannamalai Pondicherry - Chidambaram - Tanjore - Trichy - Madurai - Trivandrum Day 01: Chennai: Arrive Chennai - the gateway to southern India, established in 1639 by the East India Company, is one of the oldest cities of the country. Assistance and transfer to hotel. After lunch at hotel, half day sightseeing tour, visiting Gandhi Memorial, Kala Kshetra, Mylapore temple and Marine beach. Dinner and overnite at hotel.

Day 02: Chennai: After breakfast, proceed to Tirupathi. Lunch at local restaurant Tirupathi is a temple town known for the famous ancient temple of Lord Venkateswara (Lord of seven hills or Balaji, as he is affectionately known ) on the top of the 860mts high Tirumala hills. The temple of Lord Venkateswara is not only believed to be amongst the oldest temples in the country, but also the richest of them all .Legend has it that Lord Venkateswara borrowed money from the divine treasurer Kubera for his wedding expenses. He is still paying back this debt which is why the pilgrims donate generously to the temple funds. In the evening return to Chennai for dinner and overnite stay.

Day 03: Mahabalipuram: After breakfast drive to Kanchipuram ( 76 kms/01.50 hrs ) is the ancient capital of the Pallavas famous as a city of 1000 Temples and still has 124 shrines. The first temple dedicated to Shiva was built in the 7th and 8th century and has paintings on the walls. Temples of Ekambaswara , Kailasanatha, Sri Kamakshi and Varadarajaswamy are of interest. Kanchipuram is also famous for its silks. Lunch at local restaurant and later drive to Mamallapooram and check in at hotel. Afternoon visit the city - built in 7th century, earlier called Mahabalipooram, this ancient Pallava port, is today the sight of several antique sculptural marvels. In this ancient seaside town , shrines and huge sculptures cut-out of rocks more than 1200 years back during the reign of Pallava Kings in the region can be seen. The rock carvings depicting mythological episodes - of demons, Gods and animals in battle and others - are truly poems in stone. The only shore temple which remains here is the spectacular two - spired shrine, unique because it houses both Lord Shiva and the Lord Vishnu in its sanctum-sanctorum. Dinner and overnite at hotel. Day 04: Pondicherry: After breakfast drive to Tiruvannamallai(112kms/03hrs)- a pilgrim centre with an ancient temple of Lord Shiva. After lunch at local restaurant, proceed to Pondicherry (131kms/ 3.5hrs), which carries a strong whiff of the French presence in India. This erstwhile French colony on the east coast of South India merged with the rest of the country in 1954. Legend says that Pondicherry is the place where St.Agasthaya settled down. Checkin ,dinner and overnite at hotel. Day 05: Pondicherry: After breakfast drive to visit Aurbindo Ashram, the city of dawn, which is 10kms north of Pondicherry. This ashram promotes Aurbindo's ideas in bringing about a synthesis of Yoga and modern science, so as to unite the spirit and matter. After lunch at hotel, visit Auroville - a unique experiment in international living and in creating a new environment where men and women of all nationalities live together in harmony. Dinner and overnite at hotel. Day 06:Tanjore: After breakfast drive to Chidambaram(65kms/1.5hrs) also called as Thillai, which has the famous Nataraja temple with the root of the sanctum-sanctorum covered with golden plates is located in the centre of the town covering an area of 40 acres. In this temple, postures from the Bharatnatayam form of dance are depicted in sculpture. Natraja is Lord Shiva as a cosmic dancer. After lunch at local restaurant, drive to Thanjavur (104kms/03hrs) enroute visiting the Brass factory at Kumbakonam. Tanjore once the capital of Chola Kings, has the Brahadeswara temple(or the big temple of God).The temple tower rises to a height of 15mts from a square base of 29 mts and then tapers off, making a total of 66mts.Checkin, dinner and overnite at hotel .

Day 07: Trichy: After breakfast leave for Trichy, short name of Trichurapalli, situated on the banks of Kaveri River is a blend of history and tradition as well as pilgrim centre, it is famous for Ranganath temple at Srirangam. Checkin at hotel. After lunch city tour visiting Rock fort and its temple at a height of over 23mts. Also visit Srirangam and Jambukeshwar Temple. Dinner and overnite at hotel. Day 08: Madurai: After breakfast proceed to Madurai and checkin at hotel. The ancient city of Madurai, some 2600 years old is laid out in the banks of river Vaigai as a lotus flower with the Meenakshi temple in the centre. After lunch city tour visiting - Meenakshi temple, King Tirumala's Palace, Great tank and Gandhi museum. Dinner and overnite at hotel. Day 09: Madurai: After breakfast proceed to Rameshwaram- the most sacred temple town of India is an island hallowed by the epic Ramayana, where Lord Rama is said to have visited before going into battle of Srilanka. Legend has it that Lord Rama sent Hanuman to Mount Kailash to bring a Lingam for worship when he set foot after defeating Ravana. As Hanuman did not return when the auspicious hour was approaching, Sita made a sand Lingam so that worship could be performed in time, which is where the present day Ramanatha Swamy Temple stands close to sea on the eastern side of the island. One of the twelve Jyotirlingam shrines is also well known for its magnificent corridors and the massive sculptured pillars lining them. Lunch at local restaurant. Return to Madurai for dinner and overnite stay at hotel.

Day 10: Trivandrum: After breakfast drive to Trivandrum and check in at hotel. Afternoon at leisure. Day 11: Trivandrum: After breakfast proceed for Kanyakumari is the lands end of India where the water of the Arabian Sea , the Bay of Bengal and the Indian Ocean meet. An important pilgrim centre of India , it is famous for the Amman Temples a symbol of unity and sanctity deidicated to the virgin Goddess , Kanya Kumari. To its South East lies the famous Vivekananda Rock Memorial , a blend of all the architectural styles of India. Lunch at local restaurant. Evening enjoy the beautiful sun set and later return to Trivandrum. Dinner and overnite at hotel. Day 12: Tivandrum: After breakfast transfer to airport to connect flight for onward journey. End of our services.

Duration: 13 Nights / 14 Days

Palaces to Visit: Trivandrum - Kovalam - Alleppey - Thekkady - Munnar - Cochin - Ooty Mysore - Bangalore

Day 01: Arrive Kovalam: Welcome to India! Arrive Trivandrum. Upon arrival pickup from airport and drop to Kovalam. Upon arrival checkin at hotel. Overnight stay at hotel.Kovalam: This enchanting strip of golden sands is laced with the rich greenery of coconut palms. A former fishing village, Kovalam is just 16 kms away from Trivandrum.

Day 02: Kovalam: Breakfast at hotel. Day at leisure. Laze around the beaches of Kovalam. Overnight stay at hotel. Day 03: Alleppey: Breakfast at hotel. Drive to Alleppey- situated in south of Cochin, is the centre for backwater cruises in Kerala. It has a large network of canals which passes through the town, provices its lifeline & has a long sandy beach. It is also the centre of the famous coir products of Kerala. Arrive and board House boat. Cruise through the backwaters of Kerala. O/night House boat. Day 04: Thekkady: Morning breakfast at hotel followed by drive to Thekkady. On arrival checkin at hotel. Afternoon visit to Periyar wildlife. Overnight stay at hotel. Day 05: Munnar: Morning breakfast at hotel. Drive to Munnar. On arrival checkin at hotel. Overnight stay at hotel. Day 06: Munnar: Morning breakfast at hotel. Plan you own day, see the scenic beauty of Munnar. Overnight stay at hotel. Day 07: Cochin: Breakfast at hotel followed by drive to Cochin- with its wealth of historical associations ans its setting on a cluster of islands and narrow peninsulas, the city of Cochin perfectly reflects the eclecticism of Kerala. Upon arrival checkin at hotel. Overnight stay at hotel. Day 08: Cochin: Breakfast at hotel. Depart for half day sightseeing visiting Synagogue, Dutch Palace & St. Francis Church, Jewish Synagogue.The Synagogue is next to the Mattancherry Palace. It is possible to see the Great Scrolls of the Old Testament and the copper plates on which privileges were granted to the Jewish community by the Kochi rulers. Afternoon free. Overnight stay at hotel.

Day 09: Ooty: Breakfast at hotel followed by drive to Ooty. Upon arrival checkin at hotel. Overnight stay at hotel. Ooty: The 'Queen of southern hill resorts', is a hill station situated at a height of 7349 feet above sea level in the Nilgiri mountain ranges in Tamil Nadu. Also known as Udhagamandalam, it is known for its salubrious climate and scenic beauty, with breathtaking views of tea-plantations and undisturbed grassy meadows.

Day 10: Ooty: Breakfast at hotel. Day free to explore Ooty on your own. Visit the Tea plantations and cherish the scenic beauty of Ooty "The Queen of southern hill resorts". Overnight stay at hotel.

Day 11: Mysore: Breakfast at hotel followed by drive to Mysore. Upon arrival checkin at hotel. Afternoon depart for half-day city tour, visit the Maharaja's Palace, the lush Brindavan Gardens with its dancing fountains built on the terraces of Krishnarajasagar Dam, St.Philomena's Church built in an imposing Gothic style, the Jaganmohan Palace which was converted into an art gallery in 1875 and the Chamundi Hills. Mysore: Also called the city of Palaces, Mysore combines traditional grandeur with modernity and emerges as one of the most beautiful and best planned cities in India.

Day 12: Bangalore: Breakfast at hotel followed by drive to Bangalore. Upon arrival checkin at hotel. Overnight stay at hotel. Bangalore: This bustling capital city of Karnataka has a perpetual holiday atmosphere. It is multifaceted: modern marvels, historical monuments, bustling shopping plazas, a golf course and a race course. A trip here can be truly delightful. Bangalore is known as the city of draught beer. It is also known as the 'garden city' and the 'silicon valley' of India since it is the 'IT' capital of India.

Day 13: Bangalore: Breakfast at hotel. AM depart for half-day city tour. Overnight stay at hotel. Day 14: Bangalore: Breakfast at hotel. Checkout hotel at 1200 hrs followed by intime transfer to airport to connect flight to onward destination.

Duration: 04 Nights / 05 Days Palaces to Visit: Trivandrum - Kovalam - Kanyakumari - Kumarakom - Kovalam Trivandrum Day 01: Kovalam: On arrival in Trivandrum from where our tour representative will transfer you to Kovalam. Check into the hotel and spend the day on the Kovalam beach famous for its serenity and scenic beauty. Stay overnight stay at the Hotel. Day 02: Kovalam: Enjoy the whole day on the Kovalam beach with all the holiday activities. Ayurveda resorts on these beaches rejuvenate you completely. You can find several resorts on the sea shore. Stay overnight at the Hotel. Day 03: Kanyakumari: Kanyakumari is located at the confluence of the three vast seas: Bay of Bengal, the Indian Ocean and the Arabian Sea. The dawn and dusk from the seashore offer panoramic view to any tourist each day. Its virgin and natural beaches are a beautiful vacation destination. Stay overnight at the Hotel. Day 04: Kovalam: Come back to Kovalam early morning for a wonderful fun filled holiday enjoyment on the beach. You can relax, sun bathe, or take a stroll on the beach. Stay overnight at the beach resort. Day 05: Trivandrum: Transfer to Trivandrum airport where our representative will assist you in boarding your flight to your onward destination.

Duration: 10 Nights / 11 Days Palaces to Visit: Mumbai - Bangalore - Halebid - Belur - Hassan - Mysore - Cochin Alleppey - Kottayam - Periyar - Kovalam - Trivandrum Day 01: Mumbai: Arrive Mumbai. Assistance on arrival and transfer to Hotel Afternoon city tour of Mumbai. Day 02: Bangalore: After breakfast transfer to airport to connect flight for Bangalore. Upon arrival transfer to Hotel. Afternoon sightseeing of Bangalore. Day 03: Hassan: After breakfast proceed by surface for Halebid, visiting the great Hoyaleswara temple. From Halebid continue the journey to Belur, Here visit the temple of Lord Channakeshava. Upon arrival check in at hotel. Day 04: Mysore: After breakfast drive for Mysore enroute visiting Srirangapatnam Capital of Tipu sultan. Arrive Mysore and transfer to Hotel. Day 05: Cochin: After early breakfast, drive to Bangalore airport to connect flight for Cochin. Arrive Cochin and transfer to Hotel. Afternoon sightseeing of Cochin - the Venice of east-includes Chinese Fishing net, the Dutch Place, the Synagogue, Jewish Quarter and St. Francis Xavier's church. Day 06: Periyar: Morning, after breakfast, drive to Alleppey. From Alleppey enjoy the Backwater Boat ride of Malabar coast. The boat ride ends at Kottayam, from Kottayam continue the journey by surface to Periyar. Upon arrival check in at hotel. Day 07: Periyar: Overnight at Hotel. Day 08: Kovalam: After breakfast drive to Kovalam Beach Resort famous for Sun, Sand and Surf. Arrive Kovalam and transfer to Hotel. Day 09: Kovalam: Day completely free at your discretion. Day 10: Kovalam: Day completely free at your discretion. Day 11: Mumbai: Morning transfer to Trivandrum airport to connect flight for Mumbai. Upon arrival transfer to International airport to connect the return flight.

Duration: 16 Nights / 17 Days

Palace to Visit: Chennai - Mahabalipuram - Kanchipuram - Madras - Madurai - Periyar Kumarakom - Alleppey - Cochin - Ooty - Mysore - Hassan - Bangalore - Mumbai

Day 01: Arrive Chennai: Welcome to INDIA! Meet, assist at the airport by our tour executive then transfer to Hotel. This morning we set out to explore the city of madras. Visit the National Art Gallery Fort St. George, St. Mary's Church and the St. Thomas Cathedral and drive along the marina. Walk with our guide though some colourful market areas. Overnight at Hotel. Day 02: Mahabalipuram: After breakfast we drive to Mahabalipuram. Upon arrival in Mahabalipuram we check into our pre booked Hotel. Afternoon city tour of Mahabalipuram, once the principal port of the Pallavas who ruled between the 06th and 09th Centuries AD. Day 03: Mahabalipuram: Depart for a tour of Kanchipuram, city of a thousand temples, Once the capital of Pallava, Kanchipuram still contains no less than 124 shrines. The temples were built mainly by two rulers, Mahendray and Mamalla Narashimha Parman.

Day 04: Madurai: Today we are transferred to the airport to board our flight for Madurai.upon arrival we are met and transferred to our pre booked hotel.Rest of the day at leisure. Overnight at the Hotel. Day 05: Madurai: Madurai's history goes back to six centuries before Christ. The Pandyan rulers made this their capital until the 14th Century and the city flowered with the genius of its writers, builders, poets and academics. Then the Nayaks ruled Madurai from the middle of the 16th Century to 1743. The ten tall Gopurams of the Meenakshi Temple were raised during their dynasty. Overnight stay at hotel. Day 06: Periyar: After early morning breakfast we drive to Periyar ( Thekkady). The drive up to this hilltop wildlife sanctuary is one of the most beautiful . Starting with coconut groves at the lower lever you then see rubber, tea and the spice plantation as you gain height. Upon arrival check into your prebooked hotel. Day 07: Kumarakom: Today we start our drive for Kumarakom. The drive is a beautiful experience passing through the backwaters and plantations. Upon arrival at Kumarkom checkinto hotel.Overnight at the hotel. Day 08: Transfer to Kumarakom Jetty to start the Houseboat Programme Today morning we are transferred to the embarkment point for the Houseboat. It is once a life time experience to have such a romantic and beautiful experience. For the next Two nights we spent on the House Boat passing through the Backwaters of Kerala. The journey will pass through the following areas Kumarakom, Vattakkayal, Chambakulum, Ambalapuzha, Karumadi, Kayakulum, Alumkadavu. Overnight on the House Boat.

Day 09: On board the House Boat: Overnight on the House boat. Day 10: Cochin: Today morning it is now time for us to Disembark the Houseboat and we are transferred to Cochin via Alleppey. Upon arrival in Cochin we checkinto our pre booked hotel for an Overnight.

Day 11: Cochin: Early morning rise and transfer to the backwaters of Cochin, which run from the sea inland through lush tropical countryside. It could be compared to a cruise down the amazon withjungle foliage hanging from the banks. This relaxing boat trip is fascinating, as our guide discussed the history of the early explorers and traders who used this as a main artery to the sea. Evening we go to watch the famous Kathakali Dance Performance. Overnight at the Hotel. Day 12: Ooty: Morning after breakfast we start our drive towards Ootacamund most popularly known as Ooty. It is mostly referred to as the Queen of the Southern Hills stations.It drives its name from the Niligiri or the Blue Mountains - the name to the Hills by the inhabitants for more than 850 years because of the blue haze of clouds which envelope the hill slopes.Upon arrival we check into our prebooked Hotel. Overnight at the Hotel. Day 13: Mysore: After a relaxed morning we start our drive towards Mysore , wending along through verdant and hilly countryside, where the legendary warrior Tipu Sultan built the island fortress and Summer Palace entirely of wood, with exquisitely painted walls. Upon arrival in Mysore checkinto your prebooked Hotel.Evening relaxing or visiting the local bazaar. Overnight at the Hotel. Day 14: Mysore: After a relaxed breakfast we drive for a morning sight-seeing of the city of Mysore. Mysore a city of 17 Palaces - the Maharaja's City Palace being one of the largest in the country. Today's city tour include the zoological gardens, the Chamundi Temple, handicraft Centre and 22 kms away - the Brindavan Gardens, which are a sight by day and night. Evening visit to the gardens where there are many illuminated fountains. Overnight at the Hotel. Day 15: Hassan: Today after an early breakfast we start our Journey for Bangalore Enroute Hassan. Hassan is famous for its temples of Belur and Halebid. Belur, on the banks of river yagachi, was capital of the Hoysala Empire over 800 years ago. Overnight at the hotel. Day 16: Mumbai: In the morning flight for Mumbai. on arrival in Mumbai ( Bombay ) you are met and transferred to your prebooked Hotel. Overnight at the Hotel. Day 17: Mumbai: After what will have been a majestic way to see and experience royal India, we bid farewell as we are transferred to the airport for our flight back home.

ay 16: Madurai: Morning transfer to airport to board the flight to Madurai , Arrive Madurai & transfer to hotel. All activity in Madurai is centered round Sri Meenakshi Temple in the heart of the told town. Night stay in Madurai.

Day 17: Trichy: After breakfast drive to Tanjore. Also called a city of temples, In Tanjore there are 74 famous temples - the most famous of which is the Brihadeshwara temple. In the evening explore the city including spectacular Rock Fort Temple. Night stay in Trichy.

Day 18: Madras: After breakfast transfer to railway station to board the train for Madras - a fascinating city with its ancient temples and unique culture, golden sandy beaches and a marvelous tradition of music and dance. Arrive Madras & transfer to hotel . Later visit St. Thomas Church, Kapaleshwar Temple, Fort St. George and drive past the Marina Beach. Night stay in Madras.

Day 19: Mahabalipuram: Breakfast in Hotel, after breakfast proceed for excursion to Kanchipuram & Mahabalipuram. In Mahabalipuram the most beautiful rock cut temples in the world. Situated on the shore of theBay of Bengal, Mahabalipuram was already a famous seaport in the 1st century AD. Kanchipuram known as the Golden City of a Thousand Temples, is one of the oldest towns in India. It is famous for both its temples, many of them remarkably well preserved and for its hand-woven silks. Kanchipuram is one of the seven sacred cities of India and it is the only one associated with both Shiva and Vishnu. photography of the beautiful Shore temples at sunset. Night stay in Madras. Day 20: Departure: Transfer to airport to board the flight for onward journey or way back home.

hotel. Day free to relax and enjoy on beach. Overnight stay at Kovalam

Afternoon relax on the famous Kovalam Beach, Overnight stay at Hotel.

ach. Overnight stay at Kanyakumari

m, Raya gopuram etc and evening return back to hotel and over night stay at Madurai.

ple, Pamba Bridge, Navpanigriham, Dhanaskodi, Kashi Vishwanatha Temple, 24 Kundalas, Ram Paravath, Sita Parvath, Hanuman Parvath,

eed to Mahablipuram the 7th century town is famous for its rock-hewn temples, sculptures and the worlds largest stone bas relief. City tours

ty of madras. Visit the National Art Gallery Fort St. George, St. Mary's Church and the St. Thomas Cathedral and drive along the marina. Wa

of Mahabalipuram, once the principal port of the Pallavas who ruled between the 06th and 09th Centuries AD.

124 shrines. The temples were built mainly by two rulers, Mahendray and Mamalla Narashimha Parman.

tel.Rest of the day at leisure. Overnight at the Hotel.

e city flowered with the genius of its writers, builders, poets and academics. Then the Nayaks ruled Madurai from the middle of the 16th Cent

iful . Starting with coconut groves at the lower lever you then see rubber, tea and the spice plantation as you gain height. Upon arrival check

n arrival at Kumarkom checkinto hotel.Overnight at the hotel.

e Houseboat. It is once a life time experience to have such a romantic and beautiful experience. For the next Two nights we spent on the Ho

chin we checkinto our pre booked hotel for an Overnight.

ld be compared to a cruise down the amazon withjungle foliage hanging from the banks. This relaxing boat trip is fascinating, as our guide di

n of the Southern Hills stations.It drives its name from the Niligiri or the Blue Mountains - the name to the Hills by the inhabitants for more tha

ary warrior Tipu Sultan built the island fortress and Summer Palace entirely of wood, with exquisitely painted walls. Upon arrival in Mysore ch

y Palace being one of the largest in the country. Today's city tour include the zoological gardens, the Chamundi Temple, handicraft Centre a

Halebid. Belur, on the banks of river yagachi, was capital of the Hoysala Empire over 800 years ago. Overnight at the hotel.

our flight back home.

ath, Sita Parvath, Hanuman Parvath, vishnu Temple . ( The Distance from Chennai to Rameshwaram is 571 km. Drive from Chennai to Ram

ds largest stone bas relief. City tours in Chennai . Overnight at hotel

edral and drive along the marina. Walk with our guide though some colourful market areas. Overnight at Hotel.

urai from the middle of the 16th Century to 1743. The ten tall Gopurams of the Meenakshi Temple were raised during their dynasty. Overnigh

you gain height. Upon arrival check into your prebooked hotel.

next Two nights we spent on the House Boat passing through the Backwaters of Kerala. The journey will pass through the following areas K

oat trip is fascinating, as our guide discussed the history of the early explorers and traders who used this as a main artery to the sea. Evenin

e Hills by the inhabitants for more than 850 years because of the blue haze of clouds which envelope the hill slopes.Upon arrival we check in

nted walls. Upon arrival in Mysore checkinto your prebooked Hotel.Evening relaxing or visiting the local bazaar. Overnight at the Hotel.

amundi Temple, handicraft Centre and 22 kms away - the Brindavan Gardens, which are a sight by day and night. Evening visit to the garde

ernight at the hotel.

571 km. Drive from Chennai to Rameshwaram takes about 11.42 hours by car) Overnight Train from Rameshwaram to Chennai. Night in B

raised during their dynasty. Overnight stay at hotel.

ill pass through the following areas Kumarakom, Vattakkayal, Chambakulum, Ambalapuzha, Karumadi, Kayakulum, Alumkadavu. Overnight

s as a main artery to the sea. Evening we go to watch the famous Kathakali Dance Performance. Overnight at the Hotel.

e hill slopes.Upon arrival we check into our prebooked Hotel. Overnight at the Hotel.

bazaar. Overnight at the Hotel.

and night. Evening visit to the gardens where there are many illuminated fountains. Overnight at the Hotel.

ameshwaram to Chennai. Night in Board.

Kayakulum, Alumkadavu. Overnight on the House Boat.

ght at the Hotel.

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Day-06: Chennai - Mahabalipuram ( Distance from Chennai to Mahabalipuram is 58 Kms) Early Morning arrive Chennai Railway Station , you will be met by our representatives and transferred to Hotel. After breakfast p
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Day-05: Madurai - Rameshwaram - Chennai ( Distance from Madurai to Rameshwaram is 165 km.) Morning after breakfast check out hotel and proceed to Rameshwaram. Local tour of Rameshwaram Sightseeing - Hanuman T
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Day-04: Kanayakumari Madurai ( Distance from Madurai to Kanyakumari is 235 km.) Morning after breakfast proceed to Madurai. Visit Sri Meenakshi sundareshwara temple, the temple art museum, puthu Manda
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Day-03: Kovalam Kanyakumari (Distance from Kovalam to Kanyakumari is 80 km ) Morning drive to Kanyakumari,Visit Vivekanada Rock, Kanyakumari temple, Gandhi Memorial etc. Evening watch sunset at the Day-02: Kovalam-Trivandrum-Kovalam After breakfast we take you for a Visit of Trivandrum: The Napier Museum, Kuthiramalika Museum, and Sri Padmanabha Temp Day-01: Trivandrum - Kovalam ( Distance from Trivandrum to Kovalam is 16 km.) On your arrival at Airport or Railway Station , you will be met by our representatives and transferred to Kovalam. Check into res
otty DAY 01:

DAY 02:

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Ooty

Day 3

Kodaikanal

Day 4 :

Munnar

Arrival Tirupati. Lord Balaji Darshan. Overnight at Tirupati. Local visit at Tirupati. Departure towards Kanchipuram. Overnight Journey.

ai - Mahabalipuram Chennai to Mahabalipuram is 58 Kms) rrive Chennai Railway Station , you will be met by our representatives and transferred to Hotel. After breakfast proceed to Mahablipuram the
Arrival Kanchipuram. Local visit. Depart towards Rameshwaram. Overnight Journey. Arrival Rameshwaram fresh up in the train. Bath in Sea and 21 Holy Well,Visit: Shiva Temple Departure towards Madurai. Arrival Madurai. Visit Meenakshi Temple by walk. Departure from Madurai towards Kanyakumari. Overnight Journey.

i - Rameshwaram - Chennai Madurai to Rameshwaram is 165 km.) eakfast check out hotel and proceed to Rameshwaram. Local tour of Rameshwaram Sightseeing - Hanuman Temple, Pamba Bridge, Navpa
Arrival Kanyakumari. Visit Kanyakumari by walk and boat (own expense): Sunrise view, Vivekananda Memorial, Sunset View. Overnight at Kanyakumari.

kumari Madurai Madurai to Kanyakumari is 235 km.) eakfast proceed to Madurai. Visit Sri Meenakshi sundareshwara temple, the temple art museum, puthu Mandapam, Raya gopuram etc and
Early morning proceed from Kanyakumari to Trivendram. Arrival Trivendram. Local visit of Kovalam Beach and temple at Trivendram.Departs towards Cochin. Overnight Journey.

m Kanyakumari Kovalam to Kanyakumari is 80 km ) Kanyakumari,Visit Vivekanada Rock, Kanyakumari temple, Gandhi Memorial etc. Evening watch sunset at the beach. Overnight stay at Kan m-Trivandrum-Kovalam we take you for a Visit of Trivandrum: The Napier Museum, Kuthiramalika Museum, and Sri Padmanabha Temple. Afternoon relax on the fam rum - Kovalam Trivandrum to Kovalam is 16 km.) at Airport or Railway Station , you will be met by our representatives and transferred to Kovalam. Check into resort / hotel. Day free to relax a

Pick up from Coimbatore railway station/ Coimbatore Airport. Transfer to Ooty by road. On arrival, Check in Hotel at Ooty, Proceed to Doddabetta peak and Tea museum, Later proceed back to Ooty town. Visit to Ooty lake and Botanical gardens, Overnight stay at Ooty. Morning visit the Film shooting places, Pykara falls and lake, etc Proceed to Mudumalai wildlife sanctuary ** At Mudumalai, visit Elephant camp, Jungle ride. Later transfer back to hotel Overnight halt at Ooty. Check out at Ooty. Transfer toHotel Coonoor by Road (Option: Board the Nilgiri Passenger Train by 09:00 Hrs and transfer to Coonoor by Train on your own cost). Alight at Coonoor - Visit Sims Park, Lambs Rock, and Dolphins Nose. Later Proceed to Coimbatore by Road. Drop at Coimbatore Jn. railway station/ Coimbatore Airport.
After breakfast the day begins with local sight seeing of places in and around Ooty. In the afternoon proceed to Kodaikanal and check into hotel and overnight stay. After breakfast, a full day sight seeing of places in and around Kodaikanal - the enchanting hill stations & shooting sights. You can enjoy the eauty of Tea and Cardamom plantation, Suicide point, Lake view, Echo Point and Golf Club.Back to the hotel and overnight stay After breakfast, a full day sight seeing of places in and around Munnar - the enchanting hill station. You can rove through Tea and Cardamom plantation, Mattupetty Dam, Rajamalai, Kundale Dam and Golf Club, Top Station - Highest Point in Munnar and back to the hotel and overnight stay

eed to Mahablipuram the 7th century town is famous for its rock-hewn temples, sculptures and the worlds largest stone bas relief. City tours

ple, Pamba Bridge, Navpanigriham, Dhanaskodi, Kashi Vishwanatha Temple, 24 Kundalas, Ram Paravath, Sita Parvath, Hanuman Parvath,

, Raya gopuram etc and evening return back to hotel and over night stay at Madurai.

ach. Overnight stay at Kanyakumari

Afternoon relax on the famous Kovalam Beach, Overnight stay at Hotel.

hotel. Day free to relax and enjoy on beach. Overnight stay at Kovalam

Chennai . Overnight at hotel

hnu Temple . ( The Distance from Chennai to Rameshwaram is 571 km. Drive from Chennai to Rameshwaram takes about 11.42 hours by c

Overnight Train from Rameshwaram to Chennai. Night in Board.

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location chennai chennai tirupati kanchipuram chidambaram trichi kodaikanal madurai rameshwaram kanyakumari trivendram

tirupati mahabalipuram pondicherry chidambaram tanjour trichi madurai kodai rameshwaram kanyakumari trivendram kovalam thekady guruvayur ooty mysour bellur bengalore

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places to visit stay at hotel take rest local visit chennai departure to tirupati overnight journey lord balaji darshan departure towards kanchipuram overnight journey Arrival at kanchipuram local visit depart towards mahabalipuram departure towards chidambaram overnight journey Arrival at chidambaram local visit depart towards tanjour later depart to trichi depart to kodai canal local visit trichi depart for kodai stay at kodai local visit and overnight journey to madurai local visit to madurai and depart for rameshwaram stay at rameshwaram temple visit and site seeing depart for kanyakumari overnight journey local visit to kanyakumari and depart for trivendram visit kovalam beach stay at trivendram

Arrival at mahabalipuram local visit depart towards chidambaram overnight journey

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