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Arrive at Chennai where you are transferred to the hotel. Proceed for the sightseeing tour of Chennai. Visit the National Art Gallery and Museum, Fort St. George, St. Mary's Church, Marina Beach (the second longest in the world), San Thome Cathedral and Mylapore Shiva Temple and St. Thomas Mount. Rest of the day free for shopping in Chennai. Overnight stay at the hotel/ Resort.
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| Day 02 : Kanchipuram / Mahabalipuram (70 Kms/ 2.5 hrs) |
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Kanchipuram, the city of temples in Tamilnadu have more than 1000 temples. Visit Vaikuntaperumal temple, Ekambareeswarar and Varadarajar temple. The Kanchipuram is also famous for its silk sarees. Drive to Mahabalipuram, the only shore temple that has survived the ravages of time. The standing testimonial to the rock cut art. Overnight stay at the hotel/ Resort
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| Day 03 : Pondicherry (100 Kms / 3 hrs) |
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Pondicherry, once a French colony and home to the Aurobindo Ashram and Auroville has become the seat of yoga and meditation. Visit Pondicherry Museum and sculpture gallery with an outstanding collection of artefacts. Relax at the beach in the evening. Overnight stay at the hotel/ Resort |
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| Day 04 : Tanjore (177 kms/4 hrs) |
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Tanjore awaits you with its rich architecture, exquisite handicrafts, paintings, bronzes and South Indian Musical instruments. The tourist places in Tanjore are Brahadeeswara temple, the second largest monolithic sculpture, Nandi (Bull), the Royal palace complex, which houses library and museums. Overnight stay at the hotel/ Resort. |
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| Day 05 : Trichy (54 kms / 1.5 Hrs) |
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Trichy, the citadel of the Chola dynasty in the medieval period. See the Lord Robert Clive's house, Srirangam temple, Rock-Fort temple, Ganapati temple on hilltop and Shiva temple. Overnight stay at the hotel/ Resort
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| Day 06 : Madhurai (128 Kms / 2.5 Hrs) |
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Reach Madurai, known for 1000-pillared Meenakshiamman temple. Morning visit to Meenakshi Sundareshwar, one of the largest temple complexes in India built between the 16th and 18th centuries. Apart from the estimated 33 million sculptures there, the temple is absolutely absorbing with the endless rounds of ceremonies, prostration of countless devotees and glittering market stalls. Also visit Thirumalai
Nayak's Palace and Gandhi Museum. Leisurely afternoon followed by overnight stay at the hotel/ Resort. |
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| Day 07 : Periyar (158 Kms / 3.5 Hrs) |
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Go to Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary, one of the best game sanctuaries in India. Also cover the local spice market at Thekkady . Enjoy boating on the Lake Periyar and explore the sanctuary at its best. Drive past the spice plantations like cardamom, cinnamon, pepper, coffee and tea estates. You can shop at the local market. Overnight stay at the hotel/ Resort |
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| Day 08 : Kumarakom (140 kms / 3.5 Hrs) |
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Check into the backwater resort. Enjoy your day in swimming , a cruise in the vembanadu lake, village visit or for a massage. Visit the Kumarakom Bird Sanctuary by evening to spot a variety of bird species. The breathtaking view of the lake during the dawn and dusk leaves you spellbound. Overnight stay at the hotel! Resort
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| Day 09 : Alleppey / Alappuzha (138 kms / 1 hrs) |
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Driveto Alleppey. The backwater destination is famous for its snake boat racing events. Check-in on to an exclusive houseboat for a full day cruise. Your day is free to relax onboard witnessing the backwater life and local villages while you pass by. Dinner and overnight stay onboard. |
| Day 10 : Kochi ( 70 kms / 2 hrs ) |
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After breakfast, disembark and proceed drive to Kochi, the commercial capital of Kerala. Vasco-da-Gama placed this spice centre and the natural harbour on the world map. The tourist places in the city include a Jewish synagogue - The Dutch Palace, Portuguese Churches, Mosques, Hindu temples and Chinese Fishing Nets etc... In the evening you may also attend a theatre performing traditional dance show - Kathakali Overnight stay at the hotel/ Resort |
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| Day 11 : Ooty ( 281 kms/ 6 hrs ) |
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Drive to Ooty -'the queen of hill stations'. The beautiful hill station belongs to the 19th century. Get dropped at the Coonoor railway station to take the rest of the journey by the heritage train. Join your cab at Ooty.Overnight stay at the hotel / Resort. |
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A full day excursion to Ooty and Coonoor. Visit Botanical Gardens, the Ooty Lake, Dodabetta peak offering you panoramic views of the Nilgiri Mountains in Ooty. Ooty is one of the most popular hill resorts of south india. Overnight stay at the hotel/ Resort . |
| Day 13 : Nagarhole National Park / Kabini (70 kms/ 1.5 hrs) |
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Reach Nagarhole National park near Mysore, which claims for large populations of tiger, leopard and elephant with over 250 species of birds. Visit the park by jeep or on an elephant back. Stay two nights at Nagarhole by the bank of Kabini River. Stay at the Cauvery fishing camp on the banks of the Cauvery River at Bheemeshwari will give an opportunity to try out Mahseer fishing (best season November to June). Overnight stay at the hotel/ Resort. |
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Early morning leave for a Coracle Ride on Kabini river. In the afternoon go on a wildlife tour by jeeps / vans. The Nagarhaole National Park in Karnataka shares its boundaries with the famous Bandipur National Park in Karanataka, which together form a part of the Mudumalai Sanctuary in Tamil Nadu and the Wayanad Reserve in Kerala. About 643 kms in area, Nagarhole Wildlife Sanctuary is home to the tiger along with the other wild life species .
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Located aside the river Kabini, the dam and the reservoir of this mighty Kabini river acts as a natural barrier separating the two wildlife sanctuaries - Bandipur and Nagarhole - in Karnataka. Overnight stay at the hotel/ Resort . |
| Day 15 : Mysore (96 kms / 1.5 h rs ) |
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Drive to Mysore, the Sandalwood City of India. The magnificent palaces, beautifully laid out gardens, huge buildings and ancient temples are the major attractions of the city. Also visit Mysore Palace, the Art Gallery, Brindavan Gardens etc. Overnight stay at the hotel/ Resort
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| Day 16 : Srirangapatana / Bangalore |
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Visit Srirangapatna - The capital of Tipu Sultan's empire. The huge fortress encloses a mosque. The Ranganatha Swamy temple, Tipu's Summer Palace known as the Daria Daulat Bag etc.. Later proceed for Bangalore for overnight stay . |
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Depart for your onward destination. In time transfer to Airport to board your return flight from Bangalore. |
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