Day 1 Madras or Chennai
Arrive -Madras.
Day 2 :Madras /Chennai
Arrival early morning in Chenai airport ,. Transfer
to hotel. After taking rest, visit the city to feel
the atmosphere of South India. Madras has been the
first capital of the British Raj. Today it is the
capital of the Tamil Nadu state. You will discover
St Mary church, the oldest Anglican church in Asia,
and a fascinating museum, especially the bronze hall
. Evening stroll on shore of Bay of Bengal on the
long stretch of sandy Marina beach , that’s
the right place to lost in the colourful Indian ambiance
. Night in hotel.
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Day
3 : Chenai to Mahabalipuram, via Kanchipuram 80 km
Kanchipuram is famous for its Kailash Nath temple,
the first Dravidian temple and the 59 meter high Akambaranatyh
temple which has been built by Pallawas from 6th to
8th century, and extended by Chollas. The most recent
part of the wall has been added by Vijay Nagar 500
years ago.
Mahabalipuram is a small village on the shore of Bay
of Bengal, with somptuous rock carved temples belonging
to the World Patrimonial. We will discover the very
huge carved relief representing Ganga descending on
Earth, beautiful temples , the Rathas – big
stone carved chariots. We will have a stroll in the
village or late afternoon, discover the fishermen
coming back from fishing. night in the hotel.
Day 4 :Pondichery
A
110 km drive, 2.30 hours, will bring you to Pondichery,
small and charming city on the Bengal sea. It has
been the capital of the French territory until 1954.
Visit of this former French territory whose culture
is still intact, where you will discover the European
atmosphere which remains there as well as the big
Bazar typically indian. Visit Sri Aurobindo Ashram
, Gandhi’s mark on the see shore , discover
the Bazar and Auroville ,Evening and night in hotel.
Day
5 :Tanjore
From Pondichery, we drive early morning for about
4.30 hours, 180km, to reach Tanjore. One of the most
brilliant dynasty of South India, the Cholas, have
settled in Tanjore their capital. We will visit the
large Brihadishwara temple, a master piece of the
Dravidian art which
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belongs to the world patrimonial. This 10th century
temple dedicated to Shiva is one of the rare ones
which are opened to the non hindu people. Visit of
the Tanjore museum, with its admirable collection
of bronzes. Night in a hotel.
Day
6 :Madurai
After 150km and 4.30 hours driving, we reach Madurai.
It is one of the most extraordinary worship place
in India, and the oldest city in Tamil Nadu. Its gigantic
temple is dedicated to a female goddess Meenakshi,
the goddess with fish eyes. One can get lost while
visiting number of rooms and corridors, discovering
the sumptuous sculptured pillars : for sure the devotion
of architecture is deep and interesting. Night in
hotel.
| KERALA |
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| Capital
Area
Population
Tamprature
Monsson
Major port
Main language |
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Thiruvananthapuram
: 38,863 Sq. kms.
: 29,011,237 (1991 census)
: 21degreecelcius to 35 degree Celsius
: June to Oct
: Kochi
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Kerala
, One of the southern states of India situated along
the gregarious shores of the Arabian sea ..
It ended with various landscapes and natural resources
. All the major religions co-exist harmoniously in
here . Here temples greet mosques , mosques wish churches
and churches welcomes temples . Mosques and churches
are dissipated all over the state . The synagogues
stand tall as reminiscences of the ancient jewish
settlers.
Kerala
has established its name in the fields of music ,
dance , architecture , painting and other form of
artistic expression .Here famous dance Kathakali evolved
from an ancient form of Sanskrit drama called “
Kudiyattam”
History
of Keral has been an irresistible temptation to visitors
right from the ancients times . Here Phoenicians had
traded in ivory , spices and peacocks as long back
as 3000 years ago . Many historic visitors to Kerala
have adored its indisputable greatness in ways which
came to them naturally.
Day
7-8 :Munnar
Departure to the mountains for Munnar : we drive early
morning for about 5 hours, 160 km. We enter in Kerala.
After 2 hours drive, discover the charming landscape
of Thekdy and Periar wild life sanctuary; short stop
on the sanctuary area at the bank of a lake to see
by chance elephants (one have to pay entree fee).
On the way, visit the biological garden of spices
with a guide : we will discover many types of plants
and learn how the local people are using it in cooking
or Ayurvedic medicine. Afternoon, arrive at Munnar,
check in hotel or small huts.
Munnar is a very green and peaceful place. The numerous
tea fields on the hills around are creating a wonderful
landscape, specially the women in colorful clothes
working on it . We will enjoy full day to explore
the region and to meet the people.
Day
9-10 : Kochi
Early morning, departure to Kochi is situated between
the Oman’s sea and many small islands. It has
been a Portuguese, then Dutch prosperous territory
on the silk and spices road. It is a kind of magical
place : you will walk in the old streets, visit the
Saint François’s church, the synagogue,
the Dutch Palace, you will discover the fishermen
coming back from fishing with their very huge and
famous nets. In the evening, you will be able to see
a Kathakhali performance (extra, in option). Night
in hotel.
Day
11-12 : Kerala Backwaters
Short drive to Allepey, 65 km. You will spend 2 days
at the peaceful rhythm of the Kerala Backwaters, visiting
the canals by boat, and stroll by foot in the villages
, the rice fields and the coconut trees’ plantations.
Night in boat or in one family to discover the genuine
Kerala culture.
Day
13-14 : Day at leisure on the sea-shore
By train or by Jeep, afternoon you will reach a wild
beach situated on the Arabian see. You will enjoy
spending two days in this magical place, far from
any civilisation : wild beaches on the Arabian sea
( not safe for swimming ,) small traditional villages
... It is an authentic place to preserve. Small walks,
farniente and baths, discover of the rural and authentic
life in Kerala. Night in a simple neat and clean guest
house , By evening, transfer to Trivandrum by Jeep
or train . Night in hotel.
Note :- for swimming we suggest to swim in the safe
beach which is close by.
Day
15 : Trivandrum
Transfer to airport in the early morning, flight to
onward destination.
| Cost per person 15 Days A La Carte |
2 pax ----- 1460
3 pax ----- 1405
4/6 pax --- 1295
7/10 pax -- 1160
11 & More - 1097 |
Single Supplementary - 350
Christmas & new year Eve Supp - 35 |
Tour
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3 Star Hotel accommodation on twin sharing inclusive
of all taxes.
Daily breakfast / lunch & dinner,
AC Overland Transport as per PAX strength.
English speaking guide for whole tour.( Language guide can
be provided on request on additional cost ),
All sightseeing
as per the itinerary ,
All entrance fees as applicable.
All arrival / transfers from airport / hotel etc.
Return International ticket reconfirmation.Inclusive
of all taxes.
Flight domestic |
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Flight International,
Visa, airport tax,
Insurance,
Food in Delhi, beverages,
Personal exp . Medical
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Tipping. |
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