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Overview
Experience the best of South India on a carefully curated 9-day cultural journey through Tamil Nadu and Kerala. Discover ancient UNESCO temples, royal Chettinad mansions, vibrant spice markets, and traditional village life.
Enjoy immersive experiences including rickshaw rides through heritage towns, Kathakali dance performances, martial arts demonstrations, and a serene backwater houseboat stay in Alleppey. This tour blends history, culture, cuisine, and nature into one seamless journey, offering an authentic and unforgettable South Indian experience.
What's included
Kathakali dance show at Cochin
Plantation tour, Kalaripayattu martial art show at Thekkady
Entrance fee
Air condition transport for the entire tour
Traditional lunch at Karaikudi
Lunch
Cycle rickshaw tour at Madurai
On spot English speaking guide
Dinner
Breakfast
One night at Home stay with all meals, Village walk and canoe boat ride at Alleppey
8 Nights Accommodation
GST and all applicable taxes included
Language speaking guide
Meals, camera fees
Tips
What to expect
Day 1: ARRIVAL CHENNAI - TRANSFER TO MAMALLAPURAM
1 day
Warm welcome at Chennai Airport. Drive along the Coromandel Coast to Mamallapuram. Visit Shore Temple, Pancha Rathas & Arjuna’s Penance.
Day 2: MAMALLAPURAM – AUROVILLE – PONDICHERRY
Pondicherry
1 day
Drive to Pondicherry with en route stop at Auroville (Matrimandir). Evening: Explore French Quarter & Sri Aurobindo Ashram.
Day 3: PONDICHERRY – DARASURAM – TANJORE
Thanjavur
1 day
Drive to Tanjore. En route visit Darasuram Airavatesvara Temple (UNESCO) & a silk weaving village. Proceed to Tanjore. Evening visit Brihadeshvara Temple (UNESCO).
Day 4: TANJORE - KADAI VEEDU (KARAIKUDI) - MADURAI
Madurai
1 day
Drive to Karaikudi (Chettinad region). Explore heritage mansions, Athangudi tile workshops & local village life. Proceed to Madurai, a historic temple city known for its grand Dravidian architecture and spiritual significance.
Day 5: MADURAI – TEMPLES & PALACE
Madurai
1 day
Visit Sri Meenakshi Temple, flower & fabric bazaars, and Thirumalai Nayak Palace. Evening free for local exploration or cultural walk.
Day 6: MADURAI - THEKKADY (SPICE PLANTATION)
Thekkady
1 day
Drive into Kerala’s Western Ghats to Thekkady. Afternoon spice plantation walk with a naturalist. Evening Kalaripayattu martial art show.
Day 7: THEKKADY – ALLEPPEY (BACKWATER EXPERIENCE)
Alleppey Backwaters
1 day
Morning drive to Alleppey. Stay in a traditional backwater homestay. Enjoy Kerala meals, canoe rides & village walks.
Day 8: ALLEPPEY – KOCHI
Kochi (Cochin)
1 day
Drive to Kochi. Explore Fort Kochi: St. Francis Church, Santa Cruz Basilica, Dutch Palace & Chinese Fishing Nets. Evening: Witness a Kathakali dance performance show
Day 9: KOCHI - AIRPORT DEPARTURE
Kochi (Cochin)
1 day
Morning free for shopping or leisure. After check-out, transfer to Cochin International Airport for onward journey.
Meeting and pickup
Pickup details
Our experienced driver will pick you up from your preferred location like airport.
Additional information
Public transportation options are available nearby
Specialized infant seats are available
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Child rate applies only when sharing with 2 paying adults
Children must be accompanied by an adult
Dress code is smart casual
The duration of transfers are approximate, the exact duration will depend on the time of day and traffic conditions
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
