South India Heritage Tour

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Chennai, Pondicherry, Madurai, Mahabalipuram, Thanjavur

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The fascinating part of South India with the mesmerizing beauty and feel rejuvenated regions. Starting from Chennai, traveler will be visiting Bangalore, experiences a pleasant weather throughout the year. Mysore is a eminence evidence of the elegance and magnificence of glorious palaces, stunning gardens and fierce forts. Ooty, Ooty is a popular hill station in the Nilgiri Hills of Western Ghats. Kanchipuram, is a famous temple city.Proceeding towards Mahabalipuram, Pondicherry, Chidabaram, Tanjore, Madurai and Trichy. These are the leading cities of TamillNadu with multiple forte. Enjoy the beauty of temples; visit this charming, friendly part of India.

Day1

Chennai (Arrival)

On arrival at Chennai Airport, meet & greet by our representative, Then transfer to hotel. Later visit the Marina beach (World's Second longest beach), MGR & Jayalalitha memorial & Kapaleeswarar temple. Then free and easy for shopping. Overnight stay at Chennai.

Chennai
Day2

Chennai - Kanchipuram

After breakfast proceed to Kanchipuram, Kanchipuram is a temple town, On arrival go for darsahn in Kamatchi amman temple, Varadharajar temple and Ekambareshwar temple, one of the pancha bootha stalam. Then check into hotel. Evening visit Silk Saree weaving place and shopping. Overnight stay at Kanchipuram.

Kanchipuram | Breakfast
Day3

Kanchipuram - Mahabalipuram

After breakfast drive you to Mahabalipuram. One of the world heritage site. On arrival visit Mahishashuramardini Cave, Pancha Pandava Rathas, Tiger Cave, shore temple (Belongs to 8th Century AD) and Evening relax in the beach. Overnight Stay at Mahabalipuram.

Mahabalipuram | Breakfast
Day4

Mahabalipuram - Pondicherry

Morning after breakfast drive to Pondicherry, On arrival visit Sri Manakula Vinayagar Temple, Paradise beach, Auroville, Aurobindo Ashram & promenade Beach. Then check into hotel. Evening free at leisure. Overnight stay at Pondicherry.

Pondicherry | Breakfast
Day5

Pondicherry – Chidambaram – Thanjavur

Post breakfast, proceed to Thanjavur, Enroute visit Chidambaram Natarajar Temple , On arrival visit Thanjavur Big temple, one of the world heritage site built by Raja Raja Cholan also visit Art gallery & museum. Then check into the hotel. Relax in the evening and Overnight stay in Thanjavur.

Thanjavur | Breakfast
Day6

Thanjavur – Madurai

Morning after breakfast move to Madurai. On arrival go for darshan in famous Meenachi Amman Temple, Tiruparankundram Temple (Arupadai Veedu of lord Muruga) and then visit Tirumalai Nayakar Palace. Then check into hotel. Overnight stay at Madurai.

Madurai | Breakfast
Day7

Madurai – Trichy

Post breakfast proceed to Trichy. On arrival go for darshan int Srirangam Temple & Rock fort temple. Then free and easy for shopping. Overnight Stay at Trichy.

Trichy | Breakfast
Day8

Trichy – Chennai

Morning drive to Chennai, On arrival visit Parthasarathy Temple, Then check into the hotel. Then free and easy for shopping. Overnight Stay at Chennai.

Chennai | Breakfast
Day9

Chennai (Departure)

Free and easy until transfer you to the Airport for your onward journey with sweet memories of your holiday.

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Inclusion

Accommodation with breakfast in the selected hotels on twin or triple sharing basis.
Meal Plan as per the itinerary.
Assisstance of driver cum guide.
All transfers and sightseeing by Air conditioned vehicle.
Driver allowance, Fuel charges, Parking, Toll, Interstate tax etc.

Exclusion

International airfare and airport taxes.
Travel Insurance
All Entrances fees
Tips and porter charges
Personal expenses.
Any other services not specified above

CHENNAI

1. Government Museum - The Government Museum also known as Egmore Museum or the Madras Museum is the second oldest museums in India after Indian museum in Kolkatta which is located in Egmore, Chennai.

2. DakshinaChitra - DakshinaChitra is a living-history museum in the Indian state of Tamil Nadu, dedicated to South Indian heritage and culture. Located 25 kms to the south of Chennai.

3. Arignar Anna Zoological Park - It is the first public zoo in India, also known as the Vandalur Zoo, is a zoological garden located in Vandalur, is in the south western part of Chennai, about 31 kilometres from the Chennai Central and 15 kilometres from Chennai Airport.

4. Vadapalani Murugan Temple - Renovated in 1920, this Hindu temple dedicated to Lord Muruga is a popular place to get married.

5. Kalikambal Temple - The K?lik?mbal Temple is a Hindu temple dedicated to Shri K?lig?mb?l and Lord Kamadeswarar, located in Parry's corner locality of the city of Chennai.

6. Shree Sai Baba Temple - Shirdi Sai Baba Temple is a Hindu temple located in the neighbourhood of Mylapore & Akkarai in Chennai. It is dedicated to the Indian saint Sai Baba of Shirdi.

7. ISKCON - ISKCON Temple Chennai is a Vaishnava temple dedicated to Lord Krishna. It is located on the East Coast Road at Akkarai, Sholinganallur in southern Chennai. Built on 1.5 acres of land, the International Society for Krishna Consciousness Chennai is the largest Radha Krishna temple in Tamil Nadu.

TRICHY

1. Kallanai - Kallanai is an ancient dam built across the river Kaveri in South India. This is situated in Tamil Nadu in the district of Trichy. This dam was constructed in AD 2nd century by the Chola king Karikalan which is located 15 km away from Tiruchirapalli.

2. Jambukeswarar Temple, Thiruvanaikaval - Jambukeswarar Temple, Thiruvanaikaval is a famous Shiva temple in Tiruchirapalli district. The temple was built by Kocengannan, one of the Early Cholas, around 1,800 years ago.

3. Samayapuram Mariamman Temple - Samayapuram Mariamman Temple is a Hindu temple in Samayapuram in Tiruchirappalli. The main deity, Samayapurathal or Mariamman is made of sand and clay like many of the traditional Mariamman deities.

4. Srirangam Island - Srirangam Island is a river island situated within the city of Tiruchirappalli. It is formed by the river Kaveri and the Kollidam, a tributary of the Kaveri. The island is 19 miles in length and 1.5 miles wide. .

5. World War I Memorial - World War I Memorial, located opposite to Gandhi Market, Tiruchirappalli, is war memorial dedicated for the soldiers of Trichinopoly.

PONDICHERRY

1. Promenade Beach - Promenade Beach is the popular stretch of beachfront in the city of Puducherry, along the Bay of Bengal. It is a 1.2-kilometre-long stretch in Pondicherry, starts from War Memorial and end at Dupleix Park on the Goubert Avenue.

2. Basilica of the Sacred Heart of Jesus - Basilica of the Sacred Heart of Jesus, situated on the south boulevard of Pondicherry in Puducherry, is an oriental specimen of Gothic architecture. It contains rare stained glass panels depicting events from the life of Christ and saints of the Catholic Church.

3. Rock Beach - Bordered by a street with restaurants, this scenic, rocky beach draws crowds during the evening.

4. Immaculate Conception Cathedral - It's the cathedral mother church for the Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Pondicherry and Cuddalore. It is located in the Union territory of Puducherry.

5. Botanical Garden - Botanical garden built by French colonists on 22 acres with themed plots. The gardens also offers Toy train rides, six fountains one of which is a musical and dancing fountain - active on weekends, with two shows in the evening. It also boasts of a Japanese rock structure and an aquarium.

6. Aayi Mandapam - Aayi Mandapam is a white monument in Pondicherry, built during the time of Napoleon III, Emperor of France. It is situated in center of Bharathi park. The monument commemorates the provision of water to the French city during his reign.