Tour Of Tamil Nadu and Kerala

Morning had your breakfast you can proceed to Mahabalipuram which is one of famous coastal region in Tamilnadu enroute you can visit Kanchipuram sightseeing visit Kailasanathar Temple, built in 8th Century AD. It is built in the typical Pallava style, with a pyramidal tower, a pillared hall & vestibule, enclosed by a wall. The temple is famous for exquisite carvings & attracts devotees & tourists alike. There are 58 small shrines situated around the main shrine, as a compound wall. Fresco style paintings adorn the inner walls of the temple. Next we visit Ekambareswarar Temple; ancient temple is dedicated to lord Shiva. The 57 metres high Raj Gopuram is one of the tallest towers in South India. The 3000 year old mango tree inside the temple has 4 branches each yielding different variety of mangoes. Then visit Vaikunda Perumal temple (dedicated to Lord Vishnu) It is also one of the 108 Divyadesams, after visiting the temples you can have a visit the Handloom silk industries, where you can see the silk sarees manufactured in the traditional style, then continue your drive to Mahabalipuram. On arrival check in to the hotel and rest of the day at leisure. Overnight stay at Mahabalipuram.

Morning had your breakfast you can proceed to Mahabalipuram sightseeing visit famous Arjuna's Penance is the world's largest bas-relief. This huge whale-back shaped rock contains figures of gods, demigods, men, beasts, birds. Next we visit Rathas, monolithic temples fashioned as chariots. They remain an architectural mystery, for each is apparently a faithful reproduction of a structure built of wood. In fact, even the grain of the timber beams & rafters has been simulated in stone. Of the eight Rathas, five have been named for the Pandava brothers, the heroes of the epic Mahabharata, later visit Sea Shore Temple after sightseeing you can proceed to Pondicherry, which is popularly said to be as the French territory in South India. Up on arrival check in to the hotel and rest of the day at leisure. In the evening you can just walk around sea shore side and overnight stay at Pondicherry.

Today morning finish your breakfast you can proceed for Pondicherry sightseeing visit famous Aurobindo Ashram - it represents a combination of Yoga and Modern Science, Auroville – one of the world famous Meditation center, to do meditation people from different parts of the world come to this place, Later return back to hotel and take your lunch at the hotel. In the evening you can visit Manakula Vinayagar Temple and overnight stay at Pondicherry.

Morning after breakfast start drive to Tanjore enroute visit Chidambaram visit Famous Lord Natarajar Temple (dedicated to Lord shiva) it represents one of the five elements (sky) and this is only temple where we can see Lord Shiva in dancing posture and then continue your drive, Darasuram visit the famous Airavateeswarar Temple located close to Kumbakonam. This temple is a storehouse of art and architecture which was built by Raja Raja Chola II in the 12th century A D. This temple is recognized as UNESCO World Heritage Monument, and then continue your drive to hotel. Upon arrival check in to the hotel and overnight stay at Tanjore.

Morning had your breakfast you can proceed to Tanjore, which is popularly said to be as the rice bowl of Tamilnadu, after reaching Tanjore you can visit famous famous Brahadeeswarar Temple an 1000Years old temple built by Famous King Raja Raja Chola, later you can visit Maratha Palace inside to the palace we can visit King Saroboji Saraswathy Mahal Library, Art Gallery and Sangeetha Mahal. After sightseeing continues drive to Trichy. Upon arrival check in to the hotel and take rest for sometimes in the later afternoon you can proceed for Trichy sightseeing visit famous Rock Fort Temple most famed landmark is an 83 m high rock which is the only outcrop in the otherwise flat land of the city. The most amazing fact about the rock is that it is one of the oldest in the world approximately 3,800 million years, which makes it as old as the rocks of Greenland & older than the Himalayas, later visit the Srirangam Temple, surrounded by the waters of the River Kaveri on one side & its tributary Kollidam on the other, is a 600-acre island-town enclosed within the seven walls of the gigantic Sri Renganathaswamy Temple, There are not less than 21 Gopuram here  in this temple, one of which is the tallest in South India. Later return back to hotel and overnight stay at Trichy.

Today morning finish your breakfast you can proceed to Madurai enroute you can visit Chettinad; It’s the homeland of the Nattukottai Chettiars. After reaching Chettinad you can just drive around the streets to view the huge traditional bungalows this architect style of this old buildings which catch the eye appeal of those whoever visit this place, later drive to Madurai enroute you can visit Athur tiles factory, here you can able to see handmade tiles making process after visit the factory you can continue drive to Madurai. It is one of the oldest cities in Tamilnadu. Upon arrival check in to the hotel and rest of the day at leisure. Overnight stay at Madurai.

Today early morning you can proceed for Vanakkam Madurai walking tour (optional) and you can see the everyday life of an Indian city and culture later return back to hotel take your breakfast. Later you can proceed for Madurai city tour visit famous Madurai Meenakshi Amman Temple, later visit Thirumalainayak Palace – This palace is built by king Thirumalai Nayak , who was one of the Nayak ruler, later visit Gandhi Museum - This museum was built to honor our Father of nation, Gandhi JI. It gives a detailed history about his freedom struggle after visiting return back to the hotel. In the evening you can proceed to visit Night Ceremony which is held in Meenakshiamman Temple. Later return back to hotel and overnight stay at Madurai.

Morning finish your breakfast you can start drive to Periyar, the popular wild life region in Kerala. Periyar is a place to cruise on the lake & gives an opportunity to see wildlife. It is home to tigers, leopards, elephants, bison, antelopes, sambhar, wild boar, monkey, a wide variety of birds, up on arrival check in to the hotel and after small refreshment you can proceed for Spice Plantation Tour (optional) where you can see variety of spices grown in Periyar. In the evening you can witness the Kalaripayattu show (optional), the traditional and gallant show of Kerala, Overnight stay at Hotel.

Today early morning you can proceed to enjoy the Boat Ride (optional) which is provide inside the Periyar Tiger Reserve after done this activity you return back to hotel and take your breakfast. Later check from the property and you can proceed to Munnar; It’s one of the most popular hill station in Kerala, where we can see the lush greenery. Upon arrival check in to the hotel and rest of the day at leisure. Overnight stay at Munnar.

Today morning after your breakfast you can proceed for Munnar sightseeing visit Eravikulam National Park  (Every year Feb to March closed) a famous sanctuary to see the rate species Nilgiri Thars (Mountain goats), mammals, Sambars, Barking Deers & etc., Later you can visit Tea Museum (closed on Monday), It’s a collection of old bits and pieces from the colonial era can be seen here, demonstration of tea production, information on machineries, tea processing and you can walk besides the beautiful lush green tea plantation. Later you can visit Mattupetty Dam, one of the famous dam in Kerala that provide a great water resource for the surroundings, here you can options to take Boat Ride activity. Later return back to hotel and overnight stay at Munnar.

Morning had your breakfast you can proceed to Cochin, Upon arrival check in to the hotel after small refreshment you can proceed for Cochin sightseeing visit famous St. Francis Church, built by the Portuguese in 1510 A.D. It is believed to be the oldest European Church built in India. Vasco - da - Gama was buried here. Fourteen years later, his mortal remains were taken to Portugal. Later visit Dutch Palace (closed on Friday) was built by the Portuguese, and presented to the Raja of Cochin in 1555. Though built by the Portuguese, it is popularly known as the 'Dutch Palace', as the Dutch renovated it during their brief reign here. The glory of the Palace lies in the murals which are in the best traditions of Hindu Temple Art, Later visit Jewish synagogue (closed on Friday noon & Saturday) it was built in 1568 A.D. The Great Scrolls of Old Testament and a number of copper plates inscribed in the Hebrew Script are preserved in this Synagogue. The Jewish Synagogue in Kochi stands out as a testimony for the communal harmony in the state for centuries, then visit Chinese fishing nets at the entrance to the harbor, these nets are a fascinating sight. It is a mechanical method of catching fish by local fishermen in Fort Kochi. In the evening you can proceed to watch famous Kerala traditional Kathakali Dance Show later return back to hotel and overnight stay at Cochin.

Today morning done your breakfast you can proceed to Alleppey, the most popular backwater destination in Kerala, up on arrival board the houseboat locally called Kettuvallam, and cruise around beautiful Vembanad Lake, This Lake offers an enchanting experience to the tourists. The lake is the best picnic spot, where you can relax your mind and body. While the water gives the place a cooling effect, trees and shrubs act as a respite to the parched eyes. During the journey you can see ancient temples, churches, paddy fields and watch the day to day activities of the local people who live nearby. Your crew members will serve delicious Kerala food on board and will take good care of you. Evening around 5:30PM, the houseboat will be anchored at a safe village area and during the night time there will not be any cruise. Overnight stay at Houseboat.

Today you will disembark the houseboat and you can proceed to Marari, which is one another famous beach destination in Kerala. Upon arrival check in to the hotel and you can just relax in the hotel. Overnight stay at Marari.

Today free for your own activities and you just relax in the hotel and walk around the beach sides. Overnight stay at Marari.

Morning had your breakfast and pack your luggage’s later you can proceed to Cochin airport to board your onward destination flight with full of sweet memories of your holidays. We will meet you again for your next trip.