Day 1. Arrival in Chennai
Upon arrival at Chennai Airport, a GTIndia Tours representative will meet you and assist with your transfer to your pre-booked hotel for an overnight stay. After refreshing yourself, and if time permits, you may explore the vibrant market stalls of Georgetown Bazaar. The rest of the day is free for leisure activities.
Overnight at Hotel.
 
Day 2. Chennai – Kanchipuram – Mahabalipuram (145 km / 4 hrs)
After breakfast, check out from the hotel and drive to Mahabalipuram, stopping en route at Kanchipuram—known as the city of a thousand temples and one of India’s seven sacred Hindu cities. Visit the Kamakshi Amman Temple, Kanchi Kailasanathar Temple, Varadaraja Perumal Temple, Ekambareswarar Temple, and Ulagalanda Perumal Temple, which houses a towering statue of Lord Vishnu.
 
Continue your journey to Mahabalipuram. Upon arrival, check in to your pre-booked hotel. The remainder of the day is at leisure.
Overnight at Hotel.
 
Day 3. Mahabalipuram – Puducherry (105 km / 1.5 hrs)
After breakfast, check out and enjoy a guided sightseeing tour of Mahabalipuram. Visit Thirukadalmallai, the Shore Temple, Pancha Pandava Rathas, Arjuna’s Penance, the Cave Temples, Krishna’s Butterball, and the India Seashell Museum. You may also explore the beach and enjoy the scenic coastal views.
 
Later, drive to Puducherry. Upon arrival, check in to your hotel. The rest of the day is at leisure.
Overnight at Hotel.
 
Day 4. At Puducherry
After breakfast, enjoy a full-day sightseeing tour of Puducherry. Visit Auroville, Sri Aurobindo Ashram, the Government Museum, Sacred Heart Basilica, the French War Memorial, and Mahe de Labourdonnais Street. Explore Pondy Bazaar, the Memorial House, Manakula Vinayagar Temple, and Vedapureeswarar Temple. In the evening, enjoy a heritage walk through the French Quarters, admiring the charming colonial buildings, European-style streets, and the seafront promenade.
Overnight at Hotel.
 
Day 5. Puducherry – Chidambaram – Thanjavur (180 km / 4 hrs)
After breakfast, check out and drive to Thanjavur. En route, stop at Chidambaram to visit the Chettinad Maharaja’s Palace and the Lord Ganesha Temple at Kundrakudi.
 
Upon arrival in Thanjavur, check in to your hotel. After some rest, visit the Schwartz Memorial, Sivaganga Garden, Lord Murugan Temple, Brihadeeswarar Temple, and Thanjavur Maratha Palace. You may also go shopping or return to your hotel for relaxation.
Overnight at Hotel.
 
Day 6. Thanjavur – Trichy – Madurai (200 km / 4 hrs)
After breakfast, check out and drive to Madurai. On the way, stop at Trichy to visit the Rock Fort Temple, Jambukeshwara Temple, Arulmigu Uchi Pillaiyar Temple, and the Sri Ranganathaswamy Temple in Srirangam.
 
Continue to Madurai. Upon arrival, check in to your hotel. If time allows, witness the evening prayer ceremony at Meenakshi Temple.
Overnight at Hotel.
 
Day 7. Madurai – Munnar (160 km / 4 hrs)
After breakfast and check-out, proceed on a guided tour of Madurai. Visit Meenakshi Amman Temple, Thirumalai Nayakkar Palace, Gandhi Memorial Museum, Adhi Chokkanathar Temple, Subramaniya Swamy Temple, and Vandiyur Mariamman Teppakulam. Also explore Chokkanathar Temple and Samanar Hills (Samanar Malai) in Keelakuilkudi.
 
After completing your Madurai tour, drive to Munnar, a scenic hill station in Kerala. Enjoy views of lush green landscapes, misty mountains, and cascading waterfalls en route. Upon arrival, check in to your hotel. The rest of the day is free.
Overnight at Hotel.
 
Day 8. Munnar – Periyar/Thekkady (100 km / 3 hrs)
After breakfast, check out and drive to Periyar. Upon arrival, check in to your hotel. After a short rest, enjoy activities such as bamboo rafting, border hiking, and a wildlife safari within Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary. The remainder of the day is at leisure.
Overnight at Hotel.
 
Day 9. Periyar – Kumarakom (110 km / 3 hrs)
After breakfast, check out and drive to Kumarakom, renowned for its serene backwaters. Upon arrival, check in to your hotel. Later, visit the Kumarakom Bird Sanctuary (note. closes at 4 PM). The rest of the day is at leisure.
Overnight at Hotel.
 
Day 10. Kumarakom – Alleppey (32 km / 1 hr)
After breakfast, check out and transfer to Alleppey for an unforgettable backwater experience. Upon arrival, board your private houseboat for an overnight cruise. Enjoy a scenic journey through canals and lagoons, and savor freshly prepared lunch and dinner onboard. In the evening, take a stroll along the quaint local streets of Alappuzha.
Overnight on Houseboat.
 
Day 11. Alleppey – Kochi (55 km / 2 hrs)
After breakfast on the houseboat, disembark and drive to Kochi. Upon arrival, check in to your hotel. Later, enjoy a guided city tour visiting Fort Kochi, the Dutch Palace, Chinese Fishing Nets, Indo-Portuguese Museum, and Marine Drive. In the evening, attend a traditional Kathakali dance performance, known for its elaborate makeup and expressive storytelling.
Overnight at Hotel.
 
Day 12. Kochi – Ooty (280 km / 7.5 hrs)
After breakfast, check out and drive to Ooty, the "Queen of Hill Stations." Upon arrival, check in to your hotel. The rest of the day is free for relaxation or independent exploration.
Overnight at Hotel.
 
Day 13. Ooty – Mudumalai – Mysore (130 km / 3.5 hrs)
After breakfast, check out and drive to Mysore. En route, enjoy a jungle safari at Mudumalai National Park, where you may spot tigers, panthers, elephants, and deer. After the safari, continue your drive to Mysore. On arrival, check in to your hotel.
Overnight at Hotel.
 
Day 14. Mysore – Hassan (130 km / 3 hrs)
After breakfast, check out and drive to Hassan. Upon arrival, check in to your hotel. After a short break, visit the historic temple complexes of Halebid and Belur, renowned for their intricate Hoysala architecture—especially the Chennakeshava Temple.
Overnight at Hotel.
 
Day 15. Hassan – Shravanabelagola – Hassan (50 km / 1 hrs)
After breakfast, take a day excursion to Shravanabelagola, famous for its colossal Jain statue of Gommateshwara and ancient temples reflecting the glory of Hoysala art. Return to Hassan. The rest of the day is at leisure.
Overnight at Hotel.
 
Day 16. Hassan – Bangalore (190 km / 3.5 hrs)
After breakfast, check out and drive to Bangalore. Upon arrival, check in to your hotel. After some rest, visit prominent landmarks such as Lal Bagh Botanical Garden, the 16th-century Bull Temple, and enjoy a drive past the iconic Vidhana Soudha.
Overnight at Hotel.
 
Day 17. Departure from Bangalore
After breakfast, check out from the hotel and transfer to Bangalore Airport to board your flight for your onward journey.
 Inclusion
  • 16 Nights accommodation based on double / twin sharing basis.
  • Assistance during arrival and departure by GTIndia Tours.
  • All sightseeing including airport transfers by an AC vehicle.
  • Daily Breakfast at Hotel.
  • Local English Speaking guide at Kanchipuram, Mahabalipuram, Puducherry, Thanjavur, Trichy, Madurai, Kochi, Ooty, Mysore, Hassan and Bangalore.
    (Other languages guides are available on additional charges)
  • Visit to the famous ancient temples of Thanjavur and Trichy.
  • Experience the wildlife at Preiyar National Park.
  • Enjoy a boat ride at Preiyar Lake.
  • One mineral water bottle per person per day.
 
 Dining Inclusions
  • 16 Breakfast at Hotel
  • 1 Lunch at House Boat
  • 1 Dinner at House Boat
 
 Exclusion
  • 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/Internal flights to/from the start/finish of the trip
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