Cultural South India (10 Nights / 11 Days)

Welcome to Chennai! The capital of Indian state of Tamil Nadu is renowned worldwide for its deep-rooted traditions and cultural heritage. Despite a young history, the city has a large number of religious and cultural attractions to give you an understanding of this region. Inhabited by a diverse population, the city is melting pot of cultures. On arrival at Chennai airport/railway station our representative will receive you and transfer to the hotel for check-in. Freshen up and visit Fort St. George, constructed during the British rule in India, and St. Mary's Church (the oldest Anglican Church in India). Evening is reserved for a visit to Marina Beach. Later, return to the hotel for dinner and overnight stay.

After breakfast at hotel, drive towards Tirupati. Tirumala is situated amidst the seven hills in the Eastern Ghats and can be reached by climbing or driving. Feast your eyes on beautifully carved gold gopuram of the Lord Venkateshwara Temple, The temple is a fine specimen of Dravidian architecture. The temple has also been mentioned in hindu holy scriptures. Govindarajaswamy, Kodanda ramaswamy, Tiruchanur (Goddess Padmavathi), Kapila Theertham (Lord Shiva) and Srinivasa Mangapuram (Sri Venkateshwara) are other religious sites in the town. Dinner and overnight stay at hotel in Tirupati.

In the morning, visit The Venkateswara Temple (Entry Ticket on your own). The temple commands great religious importance for Hindus. A large number of Hindu devotees from around the world keep visiting this temple round the year. The temple is considered the richest temple in the world. Once through with the visit to The Venkateswara Temple drive to Mahabalipuram. On arrival, check-in at the hotel. Dinner and overnight stay at the hotel.

After breakfast set out for a sightseeing tour of Mahabalipuram. Your half day sightseeing tour is full of fun and enjoyment. Explore famous temples in the city that include Shore Temple and Rath Temple. Once your temple tour to Mahabalipuram is complete, drive towards Kanchipuram. This one of the seven sacred cities of India is also famous for silk sarees. Visit Varadaraja Perumal Temple, Kailasanatha Temple, Ekambareshwara Temple and the gopurams. Return to your hotel for dinner & enjoy overnight stay.

Have your breakfast at hotel and drive towards Pondicherry, where you will explore Gingee Fort and Pondicherry Museum on a half day city tour. Later explore the city in the evening. Return to the hotel for dinner and enjoy overnight stay.

Check-out from the hotel after breakfast and drive to Thanjavur. Stop enroute at Trichy. Explore the Rockfort Temple, Ranganathaswamy Temple, Jambukeshwara Temple. Continue drive to Thanjavur. On arrival, check-in at hotel, enjoy dinner and overnight stay at hotel.

After breakfast set out for sightseeing of Thanjavur. Visit Sri Brihadeeswarar Temple, Mariamman Temple, Schwartz Church, & Sivagangai Garden. Later drive towards Rameshwaram. On arrival, check in at hotel. Dinner and overnight stay at Rameshwaram.

After breakfast set out for a visit to temples in Rameshwaram. Ramanathaswamy Temple and Gandhamadana Parvatam are famous temples here. Dinner and overnight stay at Rameshwaram.

After breakfast, check-out from the hotel & transfer to Madurai. On arrival check-in at the hotel. Rest of the day is free to visit local markets. Overnight stay at hotel.

One of the ancient cities in India, Madurai commands great historical importance. The city derives it name from the divine nectar believed to have dropped from Shiva’s matted locks. The city is home to the famous Meenakshi Temple. Later go to visit the famous Meenakshi Temple, Thirumalai Nayak Mahal and Mariamman Teppakulam. Dinner and overnight stay at the hotel.

Your Cultural South India vacations concludes today. After breakfast, you will be transferred to Madurai Airport to board flight for onward journey. Return home with the sweet memories of your trip.