Tamil Nadu and Kerala Journey
Start: Chennai Finish: Kochi
Duration: 9 Nights
Physical rating: Low
Special diets catered: Meat, Jain, Halal, Vegetarians, Vegans, Kosher
Tour Operator: Yatra Exotic
Group size: 1 - 10
Age range: 1-90
Tour operated in: English ,French ,German ,Spanish
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Tour Overview
This tour will provide amazing experience to the historical and most fascinating tourist destinations of South India. This tour starting with the glow of Chennai then we will take you on a journey to the ancient temples of Kanchipuram and Mahabalipuram. After enjoying the Periyar wildlife and spectacular views of Munnar, then move forward to the backwaters to enjoy the houseboat journey at Alleppey.
Highlights
Experience and stay at Houseboat in Coastal Alleppey.- Enjoy the wildlife safari at Periyar protected Wildlife Sanctuary and Lake elephant and tiger reserve.
- Visit holy pilgrimage in Kanchipuram home to many temples. The 8th-century Kailasanathar Temple, dedicated to Lord Shiva.
- Historic Parsi Synagogue, Dutch Palace, Fort Cochin, colourful boats and Chinese Fishing nets on the waterfront in Kochi.
- Explor the heritage site of Mahabalipuram built by the Pallava dynasty in the 7th and 8th centuries.
Itinerary
Day 1
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Arrival at Chennai
Location: Chennai
Accommodation: Hotel
On the day of arrival at Chennai airport, Yatra Exotic representative will assist you for transfer to your hotel. Rest of the day free for your own leisure activities. Overnight at Hotel.
Day 2
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At Chennai
Location: Chennai
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals: Breakfast
Today morning after breakfast at the hotel, proceed for a full day guided tour to Chennai, visit the famous Marina Beach (the second largest in the world), Kapaleeshwarar Temple, Fort St.George (the oldest fort in Chennai). Thereafter, head straight to Santhome Cathedral, National Art Gallery, St.Mary’s Church, Arignar Anna Zoological Park, Birla Planetarium and People’s Park. Also visit Kalakshetra and Theosophical Society. Overnight at Hotel.
Day 3
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Chennai - Kanchipuram - Mahabalipuram - Chennai (230 Kms / 6 Hrs)
Location: Chennai
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals: Breakfast
After breakfast later drive to Kanchipuram the city of 1000 temples and one of the seven sacred cities in India, visit the Kamakshi Amman Temple, The Kanchi Kailasanathar temple, Varadharaja Perumal Temple. Ekambareswarar Temple etc. Later continue drive to sightseeing tour to Mahabalipuram, visit the Thirukadalmallai, Shore Temple, Pancha Pandava Rathas, Arjuna's Penance, Caves, and Krishna's Butterball. Later back to Chennai for night stay. Overnight at Hotel.
Day 4
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Chennai - Madurai (By Flight)
Location: Madurai
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals: Breakfast
Today morning after breakfast at the hotel, later our representative will assist you at the hotel for transfer to Chennai airport to board the flight for Madurai. Upon arrival at Madurai airport, our representative will assist you at airport for transfer to your hotel for night stay. After refresh yourself, later proceed for tour to Madurai, visit Meenakshi Sundareswarar Temple, one of the largest temple complex in India. later visit Thirupparamkunram Murugan, Pazhamudircholai Murugan, and Alagar Kovil Temple. Also visit the Thirumalai Nayakkar Palace and Gandhi Museum. Rest of the day free for your own leisure activities. Overnight at Hotel.
Day 5
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Madurai - Munnar (170 Kms / 6 Hrs)
Location: Munnar
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals: Breakfast
Today morning after breakfast and check out from hotel later drive to Munnar “Scenic hills of Kerala” and 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 your hotel for night stay. Rest of the day free for your own leisure activities. Overnight at Hotel.
Day 6
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At Munnar
Location: Munnar
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals: Breakfast
Today morning after breakfast at hotel, later proceed for sightseeing tour to Munnar visiting the Eravikulam National Park, Mattupetty Dam, Old Munnar Town and the town market. Evening enjoy the walk at Tea Estate or free for own activities. Overnight at Hotel.
Day 7
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Munnar - Periyar (98 Km/3:30 Hrs)
Location: Periyar
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals: Breakfast
Today morning after breakfast at the Hotel, check out from the Hotel and drive to Periyar. Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary is one of biggest wildlife sanctuaries in India's which covers 777 Sq. Km (300 Sq. miles) for a Tiger Reserve. Upon arrival at Periyar check into the Hotel for night stay. Later proceed for short trip to Periyar, visit Bamboo Rafting & Border Hiking. Overnight at Hotel.
Day 8
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Periyar - Alleppey (128 Kms / 3:30 Hrs)
Location: Alappuzha
Accommodation: Overnight at Houseboat.
Meals: Breakfast
Today morning after breakfast at the Hotel, later check out from the Hotel and proceed for the backwaters to enjoy the houseboat journey for day and night. Upon arrival at Alleppey check into the houseboat for night stay. Later proceed for backwaters & lagoons on Alappuzha, later lunch at the houseboat. Enjoy the evening with dinner at the houseboat and rest of the day and night at the houseboat. Overnight at Houseboat.
Day 9
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Alleppey - Kochi (55 Kms / 2 Hrs)
Location: Kochi
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals: Breakfast
After breakfast at the Hotel, later check out from the Hotel and proceed for the Kochi. Upon reaching Kochi check-in to your pre-booked hotel. After refresh yourself, later proceed for guided tour of Kochi. Visit Fort Kochi, Marine Drive, Hill Palace, St.Francis Church, Dutch Palace, Pareekshith Thampuran Museum, Pallipuram Fort, Santa Cruz Basilica, Bolgatty Island, Indo Portuguese Museum. Later back to the hotel rest of the day free for leisure activities. Overnight at Hotel.
Day 10
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Departure from Kochi
Location: Kochi
Meals: Breakfast
After breakfast at hotel, later check out from hotel and drive to Kochi airport to board the flight for your home
What's Included
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Visit to Eravikulam National Park
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Visit to the historic temple and places in Kanchipuram, Mahabalipuram and Madurai
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One mineral water bottle per person per day
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Dining
9 Breakfast, 1 Lunch, 1 Dinner
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Enjoy your Kochi sightseeing tour
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Enjoy boat ride and wildlife in Periyar
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Assistance during arrival and departure by Yatra Exotic
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Experience the Houseboat stay at Alleppey
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9 Nights accommodation based on double / twin sharing basis
3 Star Accommodation.
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All transfers including airport transfers by an AC vehicle
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English speaking guide at Chennai, Mahabalipuram , Madurai and Kochi
What's Not Included
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Tips (always optional, but some guidance will be given in the pre-departure information pack you’ll receive after booking)
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Beverages other than drinking water & any costs of a personal nature
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International/Internal flights to/from the start/finish of the trip
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Visas Fee (if applicable)
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Monument entry fees
Your Peace of Mind Options
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Low Deposit
Yatra Exotic requires a deposit of 20% to secure a place on this tour, and the final balance is not due till 60 days before departure..
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Secure payments
All payments to TourHub are deposited into an externally regulated Trust account.