Duration of South India Temple Tour : 22 days
Destinations Covered : Mahabalipuram, Kanchipuram, Pondicherry, Trichy, Madurai, Cochin, Kovalam, Mysore
Day 01 : Mahabalipuram
Arrive Chennai, drive to Mahabalipuram, one of the World Heritage Sites in India. Overnight stay at Mahabalipuram.
Day 02 : Mahabalipuram
The full day sightseeing tour in Mahabalipuram, specially the ancient group of monuments recapitulating the Indian history. Overnight stay at Mahabalipuram.
Day 03 : Kanchipuram
A full day excursion to Kanchipuram temples known for their great Dravidian sculpture. Overnight stay at Mahabalipuram.
Day 04 : Pondicherry
Drive to Gingee Fort and on to Pondicherry, the ancient Portuguese colony of India. Overnight stay at Pondicherry.
Day 05 : Chidambaram
Drive to Chidambaram, Gangaikondacholapuram, and Darasuram, the historical cities of India in Tamil Nadu famous for the temple architecture. Overnight stay at Tanjore.
Day 06 : Trichy
The full day sightseeing tour in Tanjore, the temple city. An evening drive takes you to Trichy/Tiruchirapalli. Overnight stay at Trichy/Tiruchirapalli.
Day 07 : Trichy
Excursion to Nartamalai, Cittinnavasal, the famous Jain cave temples with paintings dating back to 6th Century. Return to Trichy/Tiruchirapalli. Overnight stay at Trichy/Tiruchirapalli.
Day 08 : Madurai
Drive to Karaikudi and visit Chettinad Palace. Drive to Madurai, the abode of the goddess Meenakshi. Overnight stay at Madurai.
Day 09 : Madurai
The full day sightseeing tour of Madurai temples, the main deity being lord Vishnu and goddess Meenakshi. Overnight stay at Madurai.
Day 10 : Kanyakumari
Drive to Kanyakumari and enjoy the dawn and dusk where the Arabian Sea, Bay of Bengal and Indian Ocean get united. Visit Vivekananda and Gandhi Memorial along with the breathtaking statue of Tiruvalluvar.
Day 11 : Kovalam
Drive to Padmanabhapuram Teak Palace, the only Teak Palace in India and continue towards Kovalam. Overnight stay at Kovalam.
Day 12 : Kovalam
Take a full day rest at the Kovalam Beach, the most beautiful beach in India having a very picturesque location. Overnight stay at Kovalam.
Day 13 : Cochin
Drive to Cochin, en route take 3 hour backwater trip by a motor boat. In the evening watch a breathtaking Kathakali dance performance live. Overnight stay at Cochin.
Day 14 : Cochin
A full day sightseeing tour around Cochin, the city known for ports and harbours. Overnight stay at Cochin.
Day 15 : Ooty
Drive to Ooty, the queen of Nilgiri Hills. You also have the option of taking Niligiri mountain rail from Coonoor to Ooty. Overnight stay at Ooty.
Day 16 : Mysore
Drive to Mysore, the ancient artistic and cultural city, famous for incense sticks, sandalwood products and Mysore silk. Upon arrival, visit the grand Mysore Palace. Overnight stay at Mysore.
Day 17 : Mysore
Enjoy a full day sightseeing tour around Mysore. Relish the unforgettable moments at the city tour appreciating its majesty. Overnight stay at Mysore.
Day 18 : Belur - Halebid - Hassan
Drive to Belur and Halebid to visit the ancient 10th century Hoysala Temples. Overnight stay at Hassan.
Day 19 : Hospet
Drive to Hospet, another historical city in Karnataka. Overnight stay at Hospet.
Day 20 : Hampi
A full day visit to the extensive UNESCO World Heritage Site of Hampi. Overnight stay at Hospet.
Day 21 : Hampi
A full day visit to Hampi to tour the remaining monuments and places of tourist interest. Overnight stay at Hospet.
Day 22 : Bangalore
Departure from Bangalore airport catching an onward flight for your desired destination or your way back home.
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