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15 Nights / 16 Days
Daily Tour
8 people
English
Embark on a captivating journey through the ‘Southern India Heritage and Temple Trail,’ where centuries-old traditions and architectural marvels await. Explore the historic cities of Hyderabad, Bijapur, and Madurai, each adorned with splendid forts and ancient mosques. Witness the grandeur of South Indian temples in Badami, Hampi, and Thanjavur, and soak in the serene beauty of coastal destinations like Kovalam and Kanyakumari. This tour is a cultural odyssey through the heart of Southern India’s rich heritage and spiritual treasures.
# | Discount group | From adult | To adult | Value |
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1 | Discount on 2-person group | 2 | 2 | 43.0% |
2 | Discount on 3-person group | 3 | 3 | 42.8% |
3 | Discount on 4-person group | 4 | 4 | 53.3% |
4 | Discount on 5-person group | 5 | 5 | 51.1% |
7 | Discount on 6-person group | 6 | 6 | 57.0% |
8 | Discount on 7-person group | 7 | 7 | 54.9% |
9 | Discount on 8-person group | 8 | 8 | 60.0% |
Arrive in Hyderabad and transfer to your hotel (hotel check-in/out time is 12 pm). Enjoy some leisure time for personal activities. Overnight stay at the hotel.
After breakfast at the hotel, explore the 400-year-old metropolitan city. Visit Golconda Fort Complex, Qutubshahi Tombs, Charminar, Mecca Mosque, Salarjung Museum, and Chowmohalla Palace. Overnight stay at the hotel.
Enjoy breakfast at the hotel and then drive to Gulbarga. Along the way, visit Bidar Fort, Mahmud Gawan Madarsa, and Bahmani Tombs. Check in at the hotel in Gulbarga. Overnight stay at the hotel.
After breakfast at the hotel, visit Gulbarga Fort and Jama Masjid. Then, drive to Bijapur and check in at the hotel. Overnight stay at the hotel.
Enjoy breakfast at the hotel and explore Bijapur, including Bijapur Fort, Asar Mahal, Bara Kaman, Gol Gumbaz, Jama Masjid, Malik-e-Maidan Cannon, Mehtar Mahal, and The Ibrahims Rouza. Later, drive to Badami and check in at the hotel. Overnight stay at the hotel.
After breakfast at the hotel, take an excursion to Aihole, known for over 125 Chalukyan temples, and Pattadakal, a treasure trove of Hindu and Jain temples. Also, visit Badami Fort, caves, and the lake. Overnight stay at the hotel.
Breakfast at the hotel, followed by a drive to Hampi. Along the way, visit some active and ruined temples in Gadag and Lakkundi. Check in at the hotel in Hampi. Overnight stay at the hotel.
After breakfast at the hotel, embark on a city tour of Hampi, an UNESCO World Heritage site. Visit various ruined temple complexes from the Vijayanagara Empire, including Hazara Rama Temple, Kings Balance, Mahanavami Dibba, Royal Enclosures, Statue of Ugra Narasimha Temple, Virupaksha Temple, Vithala and Lotus Mahal, Vithala Temple Complex, and ASI Museum. Overnight stay at the hotel.
Breakfast at the hotel, followed by a transfer to Hubli airport to board a flight to Chennai. Upon arrival, check in at the hotel and visit Fort St. George, St. Mary Church, Kapaleeshwarar Temple, Vadapalani Murugan Temple, Government Museum, Dakshinachitra Museum, Santhome Cathedral, and Marina Beach. Overnight stay at the hotel.
Enjoy breakfast at the hotel and drive to Mahabalipuram. Enroute, visit Kanchipuram, an ancient city famous for its temples. Upon arrival in Mahabalipuram, check in at the hotel. Later, visit UNESCO World Heritage Sites, including Monolithic Temples, Krishnas Butterball, Cave Temples, Shore Temple, and The Arjuna Penance. Overnight stay at the hotel.
After breakfast at the hotel, drive to Pondicherry and check in at the hotel. Visit Auroville and Pondicherry Museum. Explore the French Quarters, including French consulate, Raj Nivas, Government Square, churches, French schools, and charming streets. Overnight stay at the hotel.
Breakfast at the hotel, followed by a visit to Chidambaram Nataraja Temple and the Great Living Chola Temples at Gangaikonda Cholapuram and Darasuram. Upon arrival in Thanjavur, check in at the hotel. Overnight stay at the hotel.
After breakfast at the hotel, visit a few 19th-century mansions embellished with marble and teak. Then, drive to Chettinadu, check in at the hotel, and stay overnight.
Enjoy breakfast at the hotel. Drive to Madurai and check in at the hotel. Visit Meenakshi Temple, Thirumalai Nayakar Palace, Alagar Koil, Tiruparankundram Murugan Temple, and Palamuthirsolai Murugan Temple. Overnight stay at the hotel.
After breakfast at the hotel, visit Ramanathaswamy Jyotirlinga Temple and Adams Bridge. Drive to Rameshwaram, check in at the hotel, and stay overnight.
Breakfast at the hotel, followed by a visit to Kanyakumari Temple, Padmanabhapuram Palace, Vivekananda Rock Memorial, and Vattakottai Fort. Then, drive to Kanyakumari, check in at the hotel, and stay overnight.
Enjoy breakfast at the hotel and visit Kanyakumari Temple, Padmanabhaswamy Temple, Attukal Temple, Napier Museum, Kuthira Malika, Sri Chitra Art Gallery, and popular beaches. Stay overnight at the hotel.
After breakfast at the hotel, enjoy a day of personal activities and relaxation on the beach. Overnight stay at the hotel.
Breakfast at the hotel, followed by another day free for personal activities and beach relaxation. Overnight stay at the hotel.
Enjoy breakfast at the hotel, followed by a departure transfer to Trivandrum airport for your onward flight.
Hotels used or similar for 19 nights accommodation
5 Star Hotels
Hyderabad x 2 nights: ITC Kakatiya, a Luxury Collection/ Trident Hotel
Gulbarga x 1 night: Kyriad Hotel Gulbarga by OTHPL/ Mastiff Select
Bijapur x 1 night: The Fern Residency/ Kyriad Hotel Vijayapura by OTHPL
Badami x 2 nights: Morpho Banashree Resort/ WADA1
Hampi x 2 nights: Evolve Back, Hampi
Chennai x 1 night: Radisson Blu Hotel GRT Chennai/ Hilton Chennai
Mahabalipuram x 1 night: Radisson BLU Resort Temple Bay/ WH By ITC Hotels, Kences Palm Beach
Pondicherry x 1 night: Palais De Mahe/ La Villa
Thnjore x 1 night: Svatma
Chettinad x 1 night: Visalam Cgh Earth
Madurai x 1 night: Courtyard by Marriott/ The Gateway Hotel Pasumalai
Rameshwaram x 1 night: The Residency Towers
Kanyakumari x 1 night: Sparsa Kanyakumari/ The Seashore Hotel
Kovalam x 3 nights: Raviz Kovalam/ Vivanta by Taj - Green Cove
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