Secrets of South India

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Secrets of South India

13 Days Starting in Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India and ending in Bengaluru, Karnataka, India

Visiting: Chennai, Mahabalipuram, Puducherry, Thanjavur, Madurai, Ooty, Mudumalai, Bandipur, Mysuru, Halebeedu, Bengaluru

Tour operator:

Discover Activities

Tour code:

777256

Recommended For:

50 plus, Couples

Guide Type:

Fully Guided

Group size:

1 - 9

Physical rating:

Low

Age range:

18-80

Special diets catered:

Vegetarians

Tour operated in:

English

Private Available:

From: $1540 $1491 Mid-Year Mayhem Discount: -$49

NB: Prices correct on 27-Jul-2024 but subject to change.

Tour Overview

An expedition dedicated to the Kingdom of Architectural and Pristine Natural Marvels. Ancient Engineering expertise along with the Spirituality is the key element here, that resulted in the creation of magnificent Hindu temples' in Tamil Nadu. Blessed with Tigers, India's forests are a treat for the eyes with its exotic Flora and Fauna. Enjoy game drives in the pristine untouched natural reserves of South India "Discover Activities" New Delhi is happy to be at your service in this part of the world.

Highlights

Shore temples of mahabalipuram
Tigers of Bandipur
mindboggling temples of Hoysala era
amazing temple of Tanjore
exotic flora fauna and blue mountains of Mudumalai

Places You'll See

Mahabalipuram

Bandipur

Madurai

Bandipur

Mudumalai

Halebidu

Tanjore

Itinerary

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Day 1 : Arrive Chennai And Tour Of Chennai

Location: Chennai

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: 3 star Budget professional hotel

Morning arrive at Chennai hotel. meet representative of "Discover Activities", New Delhi and get transferred to your hotel. Later tour of Chennai, you can acquire about Chennai's culture by visiting the Fort St George, Madhya Kailash Temple, and ISKCON Temple. Overnight at the hotle in Chennai.

Day 2 : Chennai To Mahabalipuram Drive Enroute Visiting Kancheepuram

Location: Mahabalipuram, Chennai

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: 3 star Budget professional hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast

Morning breakfast at the hotel, later drive to Mahabalipuram enroute visiting Kanchipuram. Arrive at Mahabalipuram hotel and checkin. Later tour of Mahabalipuram, visit the Shore Temple which is an ancient temple situated on the shore of Bay. It is one of the most photographed monuments of heritage in India. Later visit Arjuna's Penance or Bhagiratha's Penace is the name of a massive open air bas-relief monolith dating from the 7th century CE. Measuring 96 feet long by 43 feet high, the bas-relief is also known as The Descent of Ganga. It has been classified as a UNESCO World Heritage Site as part of 'Group of Monuments at Mahabalipuram'. Now visit Pancha Rathas (Five Chariots), these magnificent shrines were carved during the reign of King Mahendravarman I and his son Narasimhavarman I. Each temple is a monolith, carved whole from a rock outcropping of pink granite. Overnight at a hotel in Mahabalipuram

Day 3 : Mahabalipuram To Pondicherry

Location: Puducherry, Mahabalipuram

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: 3 star Budget professional hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast

Morning breakfast at the hotel, later drive to Pondicherry. Arrive at Pondicherry hotel and checkin. Later tour of Pondicherry, Sightseeing Places Covered – Sri Aurobindo Ashram, Manakula Vinayagar Temple, Pondicherry Museum, Basilica of the Sacred Heart of Jesus, Paradise Beach, and Rock Beach.. Overnight at the hotle in Pondicherry

Day 4 : Pondicherry To Thanjavur Drive

Location: Thanjavur, Puducherry

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: 3 star Budget professional hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast

Morning breakfast at the hotel, later drive to Thanjavur (Tanjore). Arrive at Thanjavur hotel and checkin. Later tour of Thanjavur, visit Brihadeshwara Temple & Fort - built by great Chola king in the 10th century. It is an outstanding example of Chola architecture and is listed in UNESCO world heritage site. Thanjavur Palace & Museum - The palace houses an art gallery, a library and a hall of music. Art Gallery - in the Palace there are a number of granite and bronze statues of the Chola period
overnight at the hotel in Tanjore.

Day 5 : Tanjore To Madurai Drive

Location: Madurai, Thanjavur

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: 3 star Budget professional hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast

Morning breakfast at the hotel, later drive to Madurai. Arrive at Madurai hotel and checkin. Later tour of Madurai, have a divine voyage with the visit to the most famous Meenakshi Sundareswarar Temple and marvel at the glorious Thirumalai Nayak Palace.. Overnight at the hotle in Madurai

Day 6 : Madurai To Ooty Drive

Location: Ooty, Madurai

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: 3 star Budget professional hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast

Morning breakfast at the hotel, later drive to Ooty. Arrive at Ooty hotel and checkin. Relax for rest of the day in the clean mountain area breeze. Overnight at the hotle in Ooty

Day 7 : Ooty

Location: Ooty

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: 3 star Budget professional hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast

Morning breakfast at the hotel, later tour of Ooty, The most celebrated hill station, nestled amidst the Nilgiris, provides you with a myriad of scenic spots to get in nature’s grandeur. Visit Tea Estate View Point, Botanical Garden, Rose Garden, Thread Garden, Ooty Lake & Honeymoon Boat House . Overnight at the hotle in Ooty

Day 8 : Ooty To Mudumalai Wildlife Reserve Drive

Location: Ooty, Mudumalai

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: 3 star Budget professional hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast

Morning breakfast at the hotel, later drive to Mudumalai. Arrive at Mudumalai hotel and checkin. Later enjoy a thrilling Jungle safari in the Mudumalai forest.. Overnight at the hotle in Mudumalai

Day 9 : Mudumalai To Bandipur Tiger Reserve Drive

Location: Bandipur, Mudumalai

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: 3 star Budget professional hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast

Morning breakfast at the hotel, later drive to Bandipur. Arrive at Bandipur hotel and checkin. Later thrilling jungle safari in the forest. Overnight at the hotle in Bandipur

Day 10 : Bandipur To Mysore

Location: Mysuru, Bandipur

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: 3 star Budget professional hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast

Morning breakfast at the hotel, later drive to Mysore enroute visiting breathtaking temple of "Chennakeshava" at "Somnathpur". Arrive at Mysore hotel and checkin. Overnight at the hotle in Mysore

Day 11 : Mysore To Halebidu Drive

Location: Mysuru, Halebeedu

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: Budget professional hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast

Morning breakfast at the hotel, later drive to Hoysala era temple of Belur and halebidu. Magnificent Hoysala architecture got developed under the reign of Hoysala Empire between 11th and 14th century. In this reign, some breathtaking temples were constructed in various regions in South India such as Halebid, Belur. These temples thus boast magnificent architecture and ancient significance as well. The temples made by Hoysala Empire have a 'manatapa', which is a hall where swarms of devotees gather during prayers. These manatapas are one of the salient features of these temples., . Overnight at the hotle in Halebidu region

Day 12 : Halebidu To Bengaluru

Location: Halebeedu, Bengaluru

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: 3 star Budget professional hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast

Morning breakfast at the hotel, later drive to Bangalore. Arrive at Bangalore hotel and checkin. Later tour of Bangalore. Overnight at the hotle in Bangalore

Day 13 : Departure From Bangalore

Location: Bengaluru

Meals Included: Breakfast

Morning breakfast at the hotel, later get dropped at the Bangalore airport and tour ends with happy memories.
"Discover Activities" New Delhi was happy to be at your service in this part of the world.

What's Included

Accommodation
Airport Transfers at Destination
Game Drives on Safari
Meals – Breakfast Only
all transfers tours by private chauffeur driven Car

What's Not Included

Country Entry Visas
Entrance Fees
Fully Guided
Meals – Half Board

Check out our Q&As

Are flights included in this tour?

no
Do you require a visa for this holiday?

yes
Can you assist with pre or post tour accommodation?

yes
Is the tour coach air conditioned?

yes
Are airport transfers included in this tour?

yes

Are children permitted to take part in the tour?

no
Is free Wi-Fi available in the accommodation used?

yes
Company Instant Book

yes
Are all entrance fees included in the price?

no
Are all the relevant entry visa’s included in the price of the tour?

no
Are vaccinations required for this tour?

yes
feel free to get in touch with us

feel free to get in touch with us

Reviews of this operator

Karen Dabrowska (Google Reviewer)

What SIngh jo does not...

13-Feb-2023

What SIngh jo does not know about Old Delhi is probably not worth knowing. He is a walking history book and has detailed knowledge of the sites and monuments which he shares with joy and great enthusiasm. I highly recommend his walking tours which include rickshaw rides - and a penetrating flash of sight into Indian culture.

Sundar Ram (Google Reviewer)

Very good travel organiser, they...

11-Apr-2023

Very good travel organiser, they have lot more packages and also makes customization package as per our requirement and need. I gifted my colleague a package. He was so happy and satisfied. Keep it up discover activities

Kcarlone Carlone (Google Reviewer)

We had a very short...

04-Nov-2022

We had a very short amount of time to see Delhi and Jai was amazing! He was very accommodating by creating a bespoke tour to fit in with our limited timing! Communication was excellent (text updates, confirmations, photos etc). Would highly recommend and will use again next time I am in India.

Keegan Flynn (Google Reviewer)

I did a walking tour...

13-Feb-2023

I did a walking tour of Old Delhi with Jai. It was a great experience. He was very knowledgeable about the area as well as about India overall. We tried some great street food, visited old temples and mosques, and toured the spice market. Would highly recommend

jono stuart (Google Reviewer)

Mr Jai Singh was the...

12-Nov-2022

Mr Jai Singh was the most professional and communicative tour operator that I have encountered to date. Not only was his knowledge exceptional on the possible options on hotels and activities, but he assisted us in successfully recovering our money when the Indian government unfortunately changed the visa requirements at the last minute resulting in having to cancel our visit. I will hopefully be able to arrange another visit to India in the future and will, without doubt, use Mr Singh again

Luca Nosella (Google Reviewer)

I really recommend Jai especially...

04-Sep-2023

I really recommend Jai especially to those who want to see hidden jems of Delhi and get to visit offbeat places. Amazing!

Amy Masuma (Google Reviewer)

I contacted Jai Sing eight...

05-Dec-2023

I contacted Jai Sing eight months before coming to India. He organized everything as promised. The driver Yadav was very nice. He took us places where we wanted to go. He did not take us to any tourist trap. Thank you so much.

David G (Google Reviewer)

Booked a walking tour of...

15-Aug-2023

Booked a walking tour of Old Delhi with Jai on Saturday the 4th of January 2023. Very enjoyable, educational and interesting tour with a very personable tour guide. Would highly recommend. Update: Booked the Lodhi Gardens tour on my 2nd trip to Delhi at the end of July. Beautiful place to visit and very informative tour from Jai.

Tom Armond (Google Reviewer)

I enjoyed a really interesting...

06-Mar-2024

I enjoyed a really interesting and reasonably priced private tour of Mehrauli Archaeological Park and Tughlaqabad Fort with Jai. It’s hard to find guides for these places but Jai did a great job of organising and running the tour.

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