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Boutique South India Tour

12 Days Starting in Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India and ending in Kochi, Kerala, India

Visiting: Chennai, Puducherry, Mahabalipuram, Thanjavur, Kodaikanal, Munnar, Mararikulam, Kochi

Tour operator:

Panda Experiences

Tour code:

BSIT12

Guide Type:

Fully Guided

Group size:

1 - 10

Physical rating:

Easy

Age range:

1-85

Special diets catered:

Vegetarians, Vegans, Meat, Kosher, Jain, Halal

Tour operated in:

English , French , German , Spanish

Private Available:

From: $1965 $1903 Tourhub's Big Adventure Sale: -$62

NB: Prices correct on 20-Sep-2024 but subject to change.

Tour Overview

Experience the journey of India's Iconic cities, Start in Chennai (Madras) and end in Kochi (Cochin)! With the Explorer tour Boutique South India Tour, you have a 12 days tour package taking you through Chennai (Madras), India and 5 other destinations in India. Boutique South India Tour includes accommodation in a hotel as well as an expert guide, meals, transport and more.

Highlights

Explore the heritage site of Mahabalipuram built by the Pallava dynasty in the 7th and 8th centuries.
The summer retreat of the British during colonial times Munnar.
Historic Parsi Synagogue, Dutch Palace, St Francis Church, Fort Cochin, colorful boats and Chinese Fishing nets on the waterfront in Kochi.
Get to know about the South India history & culture.

Places You'll See

Chennai

Mahabalipuram

Puducherry

Cochin

Thanjavur

Munnar

Itinerary

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Day 1 : Arrival At Chennai

Location: Chennai

Accommodation: Hotel, 3 Star Deluxe

On the day of arrival at Chennai airport, our representative will assist you at the airport and later transfer to your pre-booked hotel for night stay.

Rest of the day free for your own leisure activities.
Overnight at Hotel.

Day 2 : At Chennai

Location: Chennai

Accommodation: Hotel, 3 Star Deluxe

Meals Included: Breakfast

Today morning after breakfast at the hotel, later proceed for full day guided tour to Chennai, visit Kapaleeshwar Temple, Sri Parthasarathy Temple, Ramakrishna Temple, Fort St.George (the oldest fort in Chennai), National Art Gallery, St.Mary’s Church, Anna Zoological Park, Birla Planetarium and Kalakshetra and Theosophical Society. Also visit houses the Secretariat and Legislative Assembly of Tamil Nadu and the famous Marina Beach (the second largest in the world) and Elliots Beach.

Rest of the day free for your own leisure activities.
Overnight at Hotel.

Day 3 : Chennai - Mahabalipuram - Puducherry (160 Kms / 3:30 Hrs)

Location: Puducherry, Mahabalipuram

Accommodation: Hotel, 3 Star Deluxe

Meals Included: Breakfast

Today morning after breakfast at hotel, later check out and drive to Puducherry, via en-route visit to Mahabalipuram, visit the Thirukadalmallai, Shore Temple, Pancha Pandava Rathas, Arjuna’s Penance, Caves, Krishna’s Butterball and India Seashell Museum. Also explore the Mahabalipuram Beach with surfing & Shore Temple views.

After finish your sightseeing tour at Mahabalipuram, later continue drive to Puducherry. Upon arrival at Puducherry check-in to your pre-booked hotel for night stay.

Rest of the day free for your own leisure activities.
Overnight at Hotel.

Day 4 : At Puducherry

Location: Puducherry

Accommodation: Hotel, 3 Star Deluxe

Meals Included: Breakfast

Today morning after breakfast at hotel, later proceed for sightseeing tour to Puducherry, visit Auroville town, Aurobindo Ashram, Government Museum, The Sacred Heart Basilica, French War memorial, Mahe de Labourdonnais St and Pondy Bazaar. Also visit Memorial House, Manakula Vinayagar Temple and Vedapureeswarar Temple.

Evening enoy the heritage walk in the French colonies, will spot the beautiful yellow & white walls, European styles streets and a walk along the sea.
Overnight at Hotel.

Day 5 : Puducherry - Thanjavur (165 Kms / 4 Hrs)

Location: Thanjavur

Accommodation: Hotel, 3 Star Deluxe

Meals Included: Breakfast

Today morning after breakfast at hotel, later check out and drive to Thanjavur. Upon arrival at Thanjavur check-in to your hotel for night stay.

After refresh yourself, later proceed for sightseeing tour to Thanjavur, visit the Schwartz Memorial & Church, Sivaganga Garden, Lord Murugan Temple, Brihadeeswara Temple, Thanjavur Maratha Palace.

After finish your sightseeing tour at Thanjavur, later free for shopping or drive back to your hotel for night stay.
Overnight at Hotel.

Day 6 : Thanjavur - Kodaikanal (250 Kms / 5:30 Hrs)

Location: Kodaikanal

Accommodation: Hotel, 3 Star Deluxe

Meals Included: Breakfast

Today morning after breakfast at hotel, later check out and drive to Kodaikanal. Upon arrival at Kodaikanal check-in to your pre-booked hotel for night stay.

After refresh yourself, later proceed for sightseeing tour to Kodaikanal, visit Chettiar Park, Pambar Falls, Pillar Rock,, Green Valley View. Also enjoy the boating & cycling around the Kodaikanal Lake and also visit to Bryant Park and enjoy the Coaker’s Walk.
Overnight at Hotel.

Day 7 : Kodaikanal - Munnar (180 Kms / 5 Hrs)

Location: Munnar

Accommodation: Hotel, 3 Star Deluxe

Meals Included: Breakfast

Today morning after breakfast at hotel, later check out and drive to Munnar “Scenic hills of Kerala”, via en-route enjoy the scenic beauty & the marvelous waterfalls of Kerala with high mountains and the low flying clouds passing by.

Upon arrival at Munnar check-in to your pre-booked hotel for night stay. Rest of the day free for your own leisure activities.
Overnight at Hotel.

Day 8 : At Munnar

Location: Munnar

Accommodation: Hotel, 3 Star Deluxe

Meals Included: Breakfast

Today morning after breakfast at hotel, later proceed for sightseeing tour to Munnar, visit the Eravikulam National Park, Mattupetty Dam, Old Munnar Town and the town market.

In the evening, enjoy a walk at Tea Estate or free for own activities.
Overnight at Hotel.

Day 9 : Munnar - Mararikulam (180 Kms / 5 Hrs)

Location: Mararikulam

Accommodation: Hotel, 3 Star Deluxe

Meals Included: Breakfast

Today morning after breakfast at hotel, later check out and drive to Mararikulam. Upon arrival at Mararikulam check-in to your pre-booked resort for night stay. Rest of the day free for your own leisure activities.
Overnight at Resort.

Day 10 : At Mararikulam

Location: Mararikulam

Accommodation: Hotel, 3 Star Deluxe

Meals Included: Breakfast

Today morning after breakfast at hotel, later rest of the day free for your own leisure activities.
Overnight at Resort.

Day 11 : Mararikulam - Cochin (50 Kms / 1 Hrs)

Location: Kochi

Accommodation: Hotel, 3 Star Deluxe

Meals Included: Breakfast

Today morning after breakfast at hotel, later check out and drive to Cochin. Upon arrival at Cochin check-in to your pre-booked hotel for night stay.

After refresh yourself, later proceed for guided tour to Cochin, visit Fort Kochi, Dutch Palace, Chinese Fishing Net, Indo Portuguese Museum and Marine Drive.

In the evening time enjoy the kathakali dance show, one of India's most famous classical dances with lavish costumes, exotic makeup & masks intensify the beauty of the dancers, intricate moments.
Overnight at Hotel.

Day 12 : Departure From Cochin

Location: Kochi

Meals Included: Breakfast

Today morning after breakfast at hotel, later check out and transfer to Cochin airport to board the flight for your next destination / Home.

What's Included

11 Nights accommodation based on double / twin sharing basis.

3 Star Hotels.
Meals.

11 Breakfast at Hotel.
Assistance during arrival and departure by Panda Experiences.
All sightseeing including airport transfers by an AC vehicle.
English speaking guide at Chennai, Pondicherry, Thanjavur and Cochin.

Other languages guides are available on additional charges.
One mineral water bottle per person per day.
All currently applicable taxes including GST.

What's Not Included

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.

Check out our Q&As

What is the standard of the hotels on this tour?

3 Star Deluxe
Do I need a visa to travel to India?

Yes. The Government of India grants Tourist Visa to a foreigner who does not have a residence or occupation in India. The only purpose of visiting India should be recreation, sight seeing, casual visit to meet friends and relatives etc. Any activity other than the aforementioned ones is cognizable.
What happens if I need to change my holiday date once I’ve booked?

After confirmation of services, if you wish to change your travel arrangements in any way (e.g. your chosen departure date or accommodation), we will do our utmost to make these changes but it may not always be possible. Any request for changes must be in writing from the person who made the booking. All cost incurred due to amendment will be borne by you.
How long has the tour company been trading?

Panda Experiences has been in operation since 2008

Reviews of this operator

Serena

Excellent Guides

06-Sep-2022

The tour was great. Maybe we went to too many places for shopping. All tour guides were excellent.

David

Recommended to India Tour

24-Mar-2022

I have been recommended to this tour of India with friends from Australia and we are happy to see all places which are mentioned on programmed.

Bryson

Beautiful Kerala with Panda Experiences

09-Feb-2023

Kerala is Beautiful and the food was amazing. I highly recommend Panda Experiences and will be booking another trip with them in future.

Max

Lifetime trip

12-Jan-2022

This was the trip of a lifetime, and our guide made it even more special! He has incredibly knowledgeable of the history of all the sites we went to and is extremely personable, we had an absolute blast with him!

Thomas

100% Recommend

17-Feb-2022

100% Recommend this tour to anyone who is thinking of doing it. My partner and I had a fantastic time in Nepal by Panda Experiences.

Fabio

Everything was perfect

11-Aug-2022

It was an excellent experience with Panda Experiences! A really nice and fun guide with a lot of knowledge! Everything was on time!

Jacopo

Well organized trip

02-Oct-2022

The tour was smooth and well organized. My guide and driver were very friendly and did what they could to tailor the experience to me.

Nancy

Panda Experiences was amazing

12-Apr-2022

Our experience with Panda Experiences was amazing. Many great memories made. Highly recommend this company.

Sofia

India tour

26-Feb-2022

We arrived two days before our India tour so that we can be ready by mind and body as well we are happy to do this tour.

Matthew

Amazing India Tour

17-Mar-2022

We had a good and professional local guides in each and we visited Taj Mahal at sunset and loved all the photographs.

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