10 Days / 09 Nights

The gateway to the sunny south, the capital of Tamil Nadu is also the seat of an ancient civilization, rich with a heritage of fine arts, sculpture and architecture. Drive to Mahabalipuram

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Drive to Kanchipuram.
You take an excursion to the spectacular temple city of Kanchipuram which has successively been the capital of the major kingdoms of the south. Kanchi is also very famous for it's hand woven silk fabrics. You visit the the 7th century Kailasanatha Temple dedicated to Lord Shiva. Built during the Pallava dynasty, it reflects the simplicity and freshness of early Dravidian architecture. Also visit the.
Sri Ekambaranathar Temple dedicated to Shiva and one of the largest temples in Kanchipuram, covering 9 hectares with a 59 metre high gopuram or gatewayYou drive Evening to Mahabalipuram - the "city of the seven pagodas", which was once the main harbour and naval base of the great Pallava Empire. Yoyr full day sightseeing of the city will include the breathtaking display of the pagodas or rathas, small sized shrines that have all been chiseled out of ' boulders in the form of temple chariots dedicated to the Pandava princes. But the masterpiece at Mahabalipuram is the "Penance of Bhagirath", the world's largest bas-relief in stone.

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Today you drive to the lovely city of Pondicherry. Having remained the capital of the erstwhile French India, the legacies in Pondicherry have a special flavour not found anywhere in the Indian sub continent. Upon arrival, transfer to the hotel. Afternoon sightseeing of the city.

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You will drive today to the ancient capital of the Chola kingdom, Thanjavur or Tanjore. You will visit the Brihadishwara Temple and Fort, which is a reflection of the crowning glory of the Chola temple architecture and is now listed as a World Heritage site . on special demads of guests We organise 9 BHARAT NATYAM DANCE.

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You drive today to Chetinad , Take an tour around chetinad . After Lunch Drive to one of the oldest of southern India's cities - Madurai, which was planned out in the shape of a lotus with the famous Meenakshi Temple in the centre. It is one of the biggest temple complexes in India and is a righteously baroque example of Dravidian architecture, with gopurams covered from top to bottom in a breathless profusion of multicoloured images of gods, god esses, animals and mythical figures. You will tour the city and the Meenakshi Temple and return in the evening to witness the night ceremonies.

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Today you drive to Periyar, one of the most picturesque reserves in India. A dam constructed on the Periyar River in 1895 led to the submersion of a large forest area and the formation of a 55 sq. km lake, which assured the local wildlife a perennial source of water and led to its rapid multiplication. Upon arrival transfer to the hotel. In the afternoon, enjoy a boat ride on the lake to view game. If . you are lucky, you will see elephants, tiger, sambar, barking deer, lion tailed macaque and and a rich birdlife on a government run boat ride. You will also see some spice gardens.

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After Breakfast Drive to Kumarakom , A unique backwater destination situated on the bank of Vembanad lake , Kumarkoram Bird sanctuaryis favorite haunt of migratory birds from across the world which makes it’s a renowned birt waching centre .

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After Breakfast Drive to alleppy . embarkment point for the houseboat . Upon arrival board the HOUSE BOAT and sail through many canals and waterways up to alleppy . its once a life time experience to have such a romantic and beautifull experience . Houseboat passing through the backwater of Kerala and sail through many canals and waterways .

Overnight at Houseboat ( lunch Dinner BreakFast Included .

You drive today to Cochin or Kochi - a city built on scattered islands. What makes Cochin unique is that the city straddles the portion of land between the Arabian Sea and the mouth of the backwaters. A quaint system of ferries connects the various parts of the city. Cochin was born in a storm, nurtured in rivalry and established as the crossroads of the 'battling empires of Europe ¬the Portuguese, the Dutch and the British. In the 1340's, torrential rains filled the Periyar River which broke into the Arabian Sea and formed, Cochin's protected harbour. Trading ships soon sailed in and out. The much photographed Chinese fishing nets at the harbour-mouth best seen at sunset, testify to Cochin's pre-European association with China. Upon arrival transfer to the hotel, rest of the day at leisure.

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Morning Free Time . According to Flight . Transfer to Airport End of trip