South India Tour : Hidden Saffron Heritage Trails Tour With Proffessional Tour Guide Only.
ID: GYG1133772-1739885
Category:
Country: India
Duration:
15:00 hours
Description
Discover South India in 7 days—temples of Tamil Nadu, Kerala’s serene backwaters, and Karnataka’s vibrant city life. A journey of culture, nature, and heritage across three iconic states.
Day 1 – Chennai / Mahabalipuram (Tamil Nadu)
Morning:
Arrive at Chennai International Airport
Visit Kapaleeshwarar Temple, Marina Beach, and Fort St. George
Afternoon:
Drive to Mahabalipuram (1.5 hrs) – a UNESCO World Heritage site
Explore Shore Temple, Arjuna’s Penance, and Five Rathas
Evening:
Relax by the beach and enjoy fresh seafood
Overnight: Mahabalipuram
Day 2 – Pondicherry (Tamil Nadu)
Morning:
Drive to Pondicherry (2 hrs)
Explore Aurobindo Ashram and Auroville
Afternoon:
Stroll through the French Quarter – colorful colonial streets and cafés
Visit Promenade Beach
Evening:
Enjoy French-Indian fusion dinner at a heritage café
Overnight: Pondicherry
Day 3 – Madurai (Tamil Nadu)
Morning:
Drive or fly to Madurai (approx. 5–6 hrs by road or 1 hr flight from Chennai)
Visit the stunning Meenakshi Amman Temple
Afternoon:
Explore Tirumalai Nayakkar Palace and Gandhi Memorial Museum
Evening:
Attend the Evening Aarti at Meenakshi Temple
Overnight: Madurai
Day 4 – Thekkady (Kerala)
Morning:
Drive to Thekkady (4 hrs) through the lush Western Ghats
Afternoon:
Visit Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary – take a boat ride on Periyar Lake
Spice plantation tour (cardamom, pepper, coffee)
Evening:
Watch Kathakali or Kalaripayattu (martial art) performance
Overnight: Thekkady
Day 5 – Alleppey (Kerala)
Morning:
Drive to Alleppey (4 hrs)
Board a houseboat for a backwater cruise through coconut lagoons and villages
Afternoon:
Enjoy traditional Kerala lunch on board
Evening:
Sunset over the backwaters
Overnight: Houseboat
Day 6 – Kochi (Kerala)
Morning:
Disembark and drive to Kochi (2 hrs)
Visit Fort Kochi, Chinese Fishing Nets, St. Francis Church, and Jew Town
Afternoon:
Explore Mattancherry Palace and local spice markets
Evening:
Dinner by the waterfront at Marine Drive
Overnight: Kochi
Day 7 – Bangalore (Karnataka)
Morning:
Fly to Bangalore (1 hr)
Visit Bangalore Palace, Lalbagh Botanical Garden, and Cubbon Park
Afternoon:
Shopping at Commercial Street or UB City
Evening:
Depart from Bangalore International Airport
Highlights
- Temples, colonial landmarks & UNESCO rock-cut monuments by the sea.
- French Quarter, Auroville, seaside cafés & promenade sunsets.
- Marvel at the grand Meenakshi Temple & vibrant local culture
- Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary, spice plantations & cultural shows.
- Relax on a traditional Kerala houseboat through serene backwaters.
Guiding languages
INCLUDED
- 6 nights’ accommodation with daily breakfast
- Air-conditioned private transport throughout the tour
- Guided sightseeing tours as per itinerary
- Airport transfers (arrival & departure)
- Filght Ticket
- Daily Breakfast In Hotel
- All applicable taxes and service charges
NOT INCLUDED
- Personal expenses
- Monument entry fees (as per itinerary)
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
