14 DAYS/13 NIGHTS
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South India’s yet another trip which covers some of the best-renowned temples cities, visit Pondicherry once a French colonial town still preserve its cultural routes and its colonial Houses, before heading deep in Tamil Nadu to witness wold famous Meenakshi temple a Unesco World Heritage site,head toward Periyar national park situated in western ghats, moving down to embark on backwaters of Kumarakom and Kerala and finally settle and fly back from Cochin a culturally rich modern city of India
13 Nights 14 Days Visiting: Chennai /Pondicherry /Tanjore/Trichy/Madurai /Periyar/Kumarakom/Allepey/Cochin
Day 1: Chennai
Once you arrive in Chennai you will be met and transferred to your hotel. An afternoon tour of the city includes a visit to St George Fort, built-in 1653, and St Mary’s Church, the oldest British church in India. Overnight – Chennai
Day 2: Pondicherry
En route to Pondicherry visit Kanchipuram, one of the sacred cities in India, and the seaside town of Mahabalipuram, famous for its shore temple. The city is also famous for handwoven silk. In Mahabalipuram, the huge rock-cut sculptures and mandapams (pillared pavilions) date from the 5th to 8th centuries.
Drive south to Pondicherry, a former French colony that exudes a Mediterranean aura – whitewashed residences, ornamental gardens, and excellent French-Indian restaurants. Many travelers come to visit the popular Sri Aurobindo Ashram, whose spiritual tenets combine yoga and modern science. Overnight – Pondicherry.
Day 3: Tanjore
Start the day with a sightseeing tour of Pondicherry which includes the enormous Brihadishwara Temple before continuing south. Arrive at Tanjore, also known as Thanjavur, Tanjore is an ancient fortified town, with a glorious history dating back more than 1500 years. Thanjavur was the ancient capital of the Chola kings whose origins date back to the beginning of Christianity. Overnight – Tanjore.
Ornate and colourful detail on a Trichy temple.
Day 4: Trichy
Spend the morning on a sightseeing tour of Tanjore before a short drive to Trichy. Our city tour includes the enormous Brihadishwara Temple. Built by Raja Raja in 1010, the World Heritage protected temple has a dome weighing an estimated 80 tonnes which were hauled into place along an earth ramp in a manner similar to that used for the Egyptian pyramids. Trichy has been ravaged by war through the centuries. A lasting legacy is the Rock Fort and its temples. Overnight – Trichy.
Days 5 – 6: Madurai
Take a morning sightseeing tour of Trichy before the journey continues south to Madurai. An important center for worship and commerce, Madurai has been around since the dawn of civilization in southern India. A bustling city jam-packed with rickshawallas, pilgrims, and traders and resembling a seemingly continuous bazaar crammed to the gunnels with shops, markets, and lodgings for tourists and pilgrims, Madurai is yours this afternoon. Go immerse yourself. This evening, you’ll witness a religious ceremony at a local temple. On the morning of day 7, enjoy a sightseeing tour. Highlights include the Sri Meenakshi Temple built in 1560 and the city’s busy bazaars. The afternoon is then free for you to further explore the city. Overnight – Madurai.
Day 7: Periyar NP
The journey continues to Periyar which has south India’s most popular wildlife sanctuary and is home to sambar wild boar, elephant, bison, antelope, langur, and a small tiger population. Kumily, close to the sanctuary and where you’ll stay, is a pretty town dotted with small spice and handicraft shops. Overnight – Periyar National Park.
Day 8: Periyar NP
There is plenty to do in and around Periyar. Perhaps enjoy a boat ride on Lake Periyar to spot herds of wild elephants or visit the nearby tea estates and spice plantations. Afternoon at leisure. Overnight – Periyar National Park.
The lush backwaters of Kerala
Days 9 – 10: Kumarakom
Continue to Kumarakom. Perched sleepily amongst a tangle of lush tropical waterways known as the Keralan backwaters, Kumarakom is technically an island on Lake Vembanad. An ideal place to relax and be at one with natural surroundings, you’ll enjoy two nights here. Check out the wonderful bird sanctuary. Overnight – Kumarakom.
Day 11: Kerala Backwaters – Allapuzha
This morning, you’ll board a traditional Keralan rice boat for a journey through the backwaters in and around Allapuzha (Alleppey). The boat will cross shallow, palm-fringed lakes and cruise along peaceful canals where copra and cashews are loaded onto local boats. The onboard cook will prepare locally-inspired food. Relax, read and catch some sun as the boat plies its route. Overnight – Rice Boat.
Village life in India
Day 12: Kochi
Backwaters – Kochi. Disembarking at Allapuzha, enjoy a short drive to Kochi (Cochin). The city of Kochi perfectly reflects the eclecticism of Kerala. One can see winding streets with mosques, a 16th-century Jewish synagogue, a Jewish community with ancient roots, and 500-year-old Portuguese cottages! Enjoy the remains of the day your way. Overnight – Kochi.
Day 13: Kochi
This morning enjoy a sightseeing tour, including a walking tour of Fort Cochin. In the afternoon at leisure, perhaps watch famous Keralan dancers perform. Arrive early so you don’t miss the artists applying their awesome make-up. Overnight – Kochi.
Day 14: Kochi
Hotel check-out and included onward transfer to the airport.
Shore temples Mahabalipuram and coastal cuisine by sea
French colonial town of Pondicherry & its Cuisne
Meenakshi Temple Madurai
Boat Ride on Periyar Lake
Village life
Back water stay overnight in Kumarakom
Kathakali Dance
Trip planning
Pre-departure planning is important. Here are certain things you should watch for and plan for.
Visas
Here is a link for online https://indianvisaonline.gov.in/evisa/tvoa.html E visa on arrival for India please check if country you are travelling is covered under E visa on arrival and file online from home for your visa to India if not Check with the Indian consulate or embassy in your country to find out if you will need a visa .
Money
Indian currency is INR you can get all major currencies eg : Euros, USD, Canadian Dollars British Pounds etc exchanged at Airports ,Hotels or Money changers ,in general Airport and Hotels money changers may not get best price any money changers may be visited during city tours etc is recommended to get best deals.
General Tips
Set up a pre-trip timeline so you don’t end up with a full to-do list during your last week of work or school.
Things to consider are doctor’s visits for a check-up, inoculations, and prescription refills, purchasing plane tickets renewing passports, and obtaining visas and other documents.
Check your insurance coverage abroad and purchasing additional travel insurance if needed. Don’t forget visiting friends and family members
Be prepared for uncomfortable trips. You will often find yourself in a busy, cramped, economy class environment and it could be for many hours – especially long plane trips.
If you want to arrive at your destination refreshed and able to enjoy the sights, then try a good quality travel pillow to support your head, some ear plugs to block out the screaming babies, and an eye cover to block out the sun or cabin lights.
Just avoid those cheap U-shaped pillows from airport shops – your head drops forward and you wake up with a stiff neck.
Travel Resources
T ravel Resources
Travel planning is about more than just knowing where you’re going. Prepares to navigate, take control and be ready for anything. This section helps you steer clear of disaster and stay open to enjoy the unexpected.
Quick Tips
Banks – Open Monday to Friday 9 am to 2 pm. Some banks are closed for lunch.
Local Mobile Sim- Major Metro Airports in India have mobile operator desk that can be asked upon arrival at tourist helpdesk.
Emergencies – For police dial 100 a local phone number, for an ambulance 102 or call a hospital. Tourist Helpline – 1363 or 1800 11 1363.
Internet Access – Wifi is standard in most hotels but some hotels may charge you need to check about same online at hotels websites.
Mail – Buy stamps at the Post Office. Convenient post offices have located in all cities. Most are open Monday to Friday 9 am to 3 pm.
Safety – Pickpocketing can be a common problem. It is suggested for men to keep wallets in their front pockets. Purse snatching also occurs at times.
Transportation
Getting in from the airport and other arrival locations. Travel planning is about more than just knowing where you’re going. Prepares to navigate, take control and be ready for anything. This section helps you steer clear of disaster and stay open to enjoy the unexpected.
Plane –Most arrivals happens in India at night time.
Transfers & Touring – Our tours are all private tours so all transfers and tours itineraries are covered in private vehicles.
Trains- If your itinerary involve any train Journeys that too is booked by us in advance .
Metro Trains – Major airports in India has Metro links which connects to city center.
Taxis – Cab aggregators are present in most airports parking areas and same can be booked on spot as well .
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