Splendor of the South Tour - 11 Days Chennai Madurai Periyar Alleppey Cochin Luxury Journey

After breakfast, visit key attractions in Chennai including Marina Beach, Kapaleeshwarar Temple, and Fort St. George. Later drive to Mahabalipuram (approx. 1.5 hours).

Explore the UNESCO World Heritage Site with its magnificent shore temple, rock-cut monuments and ancient sculptures.

Overnight stay in Mahabalipuram / Chennai.

After breakfast, drive to Pondicherry (approx. 3-4 hours).

Upon arrival, check-in at the hotel. Explore the French Quarter (White Town), Promenade Beach and Auroville.

Overnight stay in Pondicherry.

Full day sightseeing in Pondicherry visiting Sri Aurobindo Ashram, Manakula Vinayagar Temple, Paradise Beach (by boat) and local French colonial architecture.

Evening enjoy a relaxed walk along the beach promenade.

Overnight stay in Pondicherry.

After breakfast, drive to Tanjore (approx. 4-5 hours).

Visit the iconic Brihadeeswarar Temple (UNESCO World Heritage Site), a masterpiece of Chola architecture.

Overnight stay in Tanjore.

After breakfast, drive to Madurai (approx. 3-4 hours).

Visit the magnificent Meenakshi Sundareswarar Temple, one of the largest temple complexes in India. Evening witness the temple closing ceremony.

Overnight stay in Madurai.

After breakfast, drive to Periyar (Thekkady, approx. 5-6 hours).

Enjoy a scenic drive through the Western Ghats and check-in at your resort near Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary.

Overnight stay in Periyar.

Morning boat safari on Periyar Lake to spot elephants, tigers, deer and various bird species. Later enjoy a guided nature walk or spice plantation visit.

Optional activities: Bamboo rafting or jungle trekking (as per interest and availability).

Overnight stay in Periyar.

After breakfast, drive to Alleppey (approx. 4-5 hours), the famous backwater destination.

Board a traditional houseboat for an overnight cruise on the serene backwaters of Kerala.

Overnight stay in Houseboat.

Enjoy a relaxing day on the houseboat as it cruises through the picturesque backwaters, paddy fields, and villages. Experience authentic Kerala cuisine and village life.

Disembark in the afternoon and check-in at the hotel in Alleppey / Marari Beach area.

Overnight stay in Alleppey.

After breakfast, drive to Cochin (approx. 2 hours). Visit Fort Cochin, Chinese Fishing Nets, St. Francis Church and Jewish Synagogue (if time permits).

Later, check out and transfer to Cochin Airport or Railway Station for your onward journey with beautiful memories of Southern India.