SOUTH INDIA TEMPLE TOUR

SOUTH INDIA TEMPLE TOUR

  • $ 3800

    per person
  • 13 Days/12 Nights
  • Bengluru, Mysore, kochi, Ooty, Alappuzha, Periyar, Madurai, Thanjavur, Puducherry, Mamallapuram, Chennai

  • Pick-up & Drop Location:
    • Chennai
    • Suggested Pick-Up Time: 11 PM
    • Tour Code: A&A-SPT-241
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You will arrive in Bangalore or Bengaluru on the first day. After greeting you, one of our agents will take you to the hotel. Take it easy for the remainder of the day. The South India Temple Tour covers the top tourist spots. The third-largest and most livable city in India, Bangalore, also known as Bengaluru, changed its name from "Garden City" to "Silicon Valley of India." One of the best places for entrepreneurs to explore their company ventures is this enchanted city. The area was called "benda-kaal-uru" by a ruler in the 12th century, which translates to "a town of boiled beans." Every year in March or April, the Goddess Draupadi is honored with a nine-day celebration known as the Karaga Shaktyotsava. In addition to being a center of culture, it is home to classical dance and music. Stay here for the night.

Itinerary at a Glance

  • DAY 1: BENGALURU ARRIVAL
  • DAY 2 : BENGALURU TO MYSORE
  • DAY 3: MYSORE
  • DAY 4: MYSORE TO OOTY
  • DAY 5: OOTY TO KOCHI
  • DAY 6: KOCHI TO ALAPPUZHA
  • DAY 7 : ALAPPUZHA TO PERIYAR
  • DAY 8 : PERIYAR TO MADURAI
  • DAY 9 : MADURAI TO THANJAVUR
  • DAY 10: THANJAVUR TO PUDUCHERRY
  • DAY 11: PONDICHERRY TO MAMALLAPURAM
  • DAY 12: MAMALLAPURAM
  • DAY 13: MAMALLAPURAM TO CHENNAI DEPARTURE

  • DAY 1: BENGALURU ARRIVAL

    You will arrive in Bangalore or Bengaluru on the first day. After greeting you, one of our agents will take you to the hotel. Take it easy for the remainder of the day. The South India Temple Tour covers the top tourist spots. The third-largest and most livable city in India, Bangalore, also known as Bengaluru, changed its name from "Garden City" to "Silicon Valley of India." One of the best places for entrepreneurs to explore their company ventures is this enchanted city. The area was called "benda-kaal-uru" by a ruler in the 12th century, which translates to "a town of boiled beans." Every year in March or April, the Goddess Draupadi is honored with a nine-day celebration known as the Karaga Shaktyotsava. In addition to being a center of culture, it is home to classical dance and music. Stay here for the night.

  • DAY 2 : BENGALURU TO MYSORE

    You will take pleasure in a tour around Bengaluru today. You will first be taken to Lal Bagh, a nationally and internationally recognized center for botanical art, plant conservation, and plant science. It is a sanctuary for those who enjoy the outdoors, spanning 240 acres and supporting 1,854 plant species. The rare French, Afghani, and Persian provenance plants are featured in this park, commissioned by Hyder Ali and finished by his son Tipu Sultan. It has been designated a Government Botanical Park. You will then be shown the Maharaja's Palace, a masterpiece of beauty and architecture. Constructed in 1878, it is currently Bangalore's main draw. This 45,000-square-foot mansion, which resembles England's majestic Windsor Castle, combines Tudor and Scottish Gothic architectural styles. After touring the government buildings, you will take a car to Mysore. It is in Mysore for the night.

     

  • DAY 3: MYSORE

    With its elaborate architecture, glittering royal legacy, renowned silk sarees, and much more, Mysore is one of the most colorful cities symbolizing history. You will first be brought to the palace in Mysore. It is a stunning structure that will astound you. It was planned by Maharaja Krishnaraja Wadiyar IV and enlarged by his son. A combination of Saracenic and Hindu architectural styles can be found here. After visiting the art gallery, you will visit Chamundi Hill to see the Chamundeshwari Temple. From the hill, one can see the "city of palaces." You will see the Nandi Bull on the way back and spend the afternoon touring the Brindavan Gardens and the Krishnarajasagar Dam. Remain in the hotel for the night.

  • DAY 4: MYSORE TO OOTY

    On the fourth day, you will be transported from Kochi to Ooty, commonly known as Udhagamandalam or Ootacamund. Known as the "Queen of Nilgiris," this city is in the Blue Mountains or Nilgiri Hills. The eucalyptus trees and the kurinji flower, which blooms once every twelve years, emit a blue smoky haze that gives the slopes a bluish hue, hence the name "Blue Mountains." Ooty, created by Lord John Sullivan, a British governor of Coimbatore, provides a picturesque vista.

    Explore the city's mountains, forests, lakes, miles of tea gardens, grasslands, and eucalyptus trees during the calm afternoon hours. Would you be interested in seeing a wide variety of roses? Visit the Rose Garden of the Government. There are a thousand kinds of trees, bushes, and plants in the Ooty Botanical Gardens, along with a fossilized tree that is 20 million years old. The boating experience at Ooty Lake, surrounded by groves of eucalyptus trees, is unforgettable. One of the area's oldest churches, St. Stephen's Church, will also be on your itinerary. The Tribal Museum, the Wax Museum, and Deer Park are noteworthy locations to visit. The Nilgiri Mountain Railway is an addition to the Darjeeling Himalayan Railway, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Ooty is where overnight is.

     

  • DAY 5: OOTY TO KOCHI

    You will be transported from Ooty to Kochi this morning. It is a bustling metropolis where the modern and the ancient coexist. For several centuries, Kochi, known as the "Queen of the Arabian Sea," was a well-liked hub for spice trade worldwide. The city's name, Kochazhi, is derived from the Malayalam word for a tiny lagoon. Vasco-da-Gama placed the city on the map of the world. Rich with Arab, Portuguese, British, and Dutch influences, it is currently the second-most significant city on India's west coast. Kathakali dance is also available here. In Kochi, spend the night.

     

  • DAY 6: KOCHI TO ALAPPUZHA

    You will go to Alappuzha, which is well-known for the Arabian Sea's silvery waves, on day six. Known as the "Venice of the East," this picturesque town is crisscrossed by canals and features beaches, lagoons, and rustic backwaters. Visitors flock here from all over the world to take a backwater cruise. You would like to take pleasure in it as well while on your tour. Punnamada Lake serves as the venue for the Nehru Trophy Boat Race. You must visit on the second Saturday in August to see this. One of the most well-known locations in the world where rice is grown below sea level is Kuttanad, sometimes known as the "rice bowl of Kerala." Coir is the most significant product produced locally.

    A memorable experience is setting out on a rice houseboat. Kerala's picturesque backwaters, which are made up of canals, lakes, and lagoons, are the result of shore currents that originate in the low-barrier islands. Take a houseboat for a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to enjoy peaceful backwater cruises. This allows you to witness nature in its most beautiful state. It's a wonderful experience to stay in the floating cottages with thatched roof coverings. You spend the night at Alappuzha.

     

  • DAY 7 : ALAPPUZHA TO PERIYAR

    You will be transported from Alappuzha to Periyar Animal Sanctuary, commonly known as Thekkady, this morning. The remainder of the time should be spent relaxing. Primarily known as an elephant and tiger reserve, it is home to a variety of creatures, including Bengal tigers, wild boars, sambars, Indian elephants, leopards, wild dogs, langurs, and monkeys. It also boasts a profusion of flora and fauna. To see the animals, reserve a boat excursion in Periyar Lake. There are tea and coffee plantation areas all throughout the park; a visit to one is a one-of-a-kind experience. A gentle hike in the surrounding areas is another option. Stay here for the night.

  • DAY 8 : PERIYAR TO MADURAI

    You will be transported to Madurai, the city that is considered to be the heart of Tamil Nadu, on day eight. Madurai, one of India's oldest cities, is well-known for the Meenakshi Amman Temple. Take a stroll through the city in the afternoon. Lord Siva and his wife Meenakshi are the subjects of the Meenakshi temple, which was constructed 2,000 years ago and subsequently enlarged by Thirumalai Nayak. Because of its realistic elements, the Hall of Thousand Pillars is well-known. The most intriguing feature is that the outermost corridors' musical pillars will generate melodies when tapped. Alagar Hills, Tirumala Nayak Palace, and the Tirupara Kundran Rock Shrine are further sites worth seeing. Spend the night in Madurai.

     

  • DAY 9 : MADURAI TO THANJAVUR

    You will go to Thanjavur, also known as Tanjore, today from Madurai. This city, which served as the capital of the Chola empire, is well-known for its Tanjore paintings and Bharatanatyam, a traditional dance style. The Brihadeeswara Shiva Temple is a UNESCO World Heritage Site that was constructed in the eleventh century AD by King Raja Raja Chola. The temple is constructed using an Egyptian method. The temple's main draw is an 80-ton granite block that was raised to the summit via a 6-kilometer slope. You will also visit the Saraswati Mahal Library, the Raja Raja Chola art collection, and the Thanjavur Maratha Palace. Stay the night here.

     

  • DAY 10: THANJAVUR TO PUDUCHERRY

    You will be driven to the colonially influenced city of Puducherry today. In 1674, the city was taken over by the French, who decorated it with colonial churches, structures, temples, statues, and more. The colonial atmosphere is reflected in the well-planned pathways. Large structures, monuments, and a number of beaches, including Paradise Beach, Promenade Beach, Auroville Beach, and Serenity Beach, will also be visible.

    Reflecting its roots in Saint Agasthya, Pondicherry is separated into the Indian "Ville Noire" and French "Ville Blanche" quarters. The French quarters have colonial-type buildings and houses in the French style. An internationally recognized ashram is Sri Aurobindo Ashram. Additionally, you will visit the well-known Hindu shrine of Lord Ganesha, Sri Manakula Vinayagar, and the worldwide town of Auroville, where people of all ethnicities coexist together. You spend the night in Puducherry.

  • DAY 11: PONDICHERRY TO MAMALLAPURAM

    On day 11, you will go to Mamallapuram, a historic archeological wonder from Puducherry, formerly known as Pondicherry. Also known as Mamallapattana or Mahabalipuram, this UNESCO World Heritage Site was once known as the "Seven Pagodas" metropolis. But only the Shore temple remains of the Seven Pagodas. It was an important harbor for the Pallavas and also a busy seaport that enabled traders to go from here to Southeast Asia. This location is identified as Sea Mountain even in the ancient writings. Stay here for the night.

     

  • DAY 12: MAMALLAPURAM

    You will see the mandapams and the cave temples this morning. The events from Hindu mythology, epics, and tales are portrayed on the rocks here. The temples are incredibly gorgeous and were constructed under the reigns of Narasimhavarman and Rajasimhavarman. The largest bas-relief in the world, Arjuna's Penance, will also be visible to you. One of the oldest temples in South India, the Shore Temple's twin structure was constructed using dressed stone. The granite carvings will entice you to return time and time again. You spend the night in Mahabalipuram.

  • DAY 13: MAMALLAPURAM TO CHENNAI DEPARTURE

    You will be driven to the Chennai airport on the thirteenth day in order to catch your next journey. Tamil Nadu's energetic capital, Chennai, is derived from Chennaipattan. In addition to being the heart of Carnatic music and South India's major economic and industrial center, the city is well-known for its Tamil film industry. The city was moved to a naval port after the English protected it from the French. Here, you'll see a number of interesting locations in addition to the museums.Your South Vacation Tour comes to an end.

     

     

  • Night Stay in hotel as per Itinerary
  • Meal as per itinerary Breakfast and Dinner
  • Monument Entrance
  • Elephant And Jeep Ride at Amber Fort in Jaipur
  • Rikshaw Ride in old Delhi
  • Golf Car for Taj Mahal
  • Air-conditioned Coach throughout the tour as per the itinerary
  • English/Spanish/French/German Speaking Guide
  • Arrival & Departure Assistance at airport
  • All fuel charges, toll taxes, Driver allowance, state tax entry, etc.
  • Presently applicable government taxes.
  • Any air fare, airport departure, GST tax, etc.
  • Camera Entrance Fees
  • Any Lunch
  • Bank charges for payment transfer
  • Expenses of personal nature such as laundry, telephone bill, etc.
  • Any kind of tips
  • Other service not mentioned above

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