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Southern Splendors: Coastal Odyssey

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Duration

15 Nights / 16 Days

Tour Type

Daily Tour

Group Size

8 people

Languages

English

Overview

Explore the captivating beauty of South India with our “Southern Splendors: Coastal Odyssey” tour. This 16-day journey takes you on a coastal adventure from the vibrant city of Vizag to the serene shores of Kovalam. Discover ancient temples, pristine beaches, and cultural treasures as you traverse this enchanting region. Immerse yourself in the rich history and natural wonders of the South, making memories that will last a lifetime.

Highlights

  • Delve into the maritime history of Vizag with visits to the Kursura Submarine Museum and the picturesque Ramakrishna Beach.
  • Embark on a scenic excursion to Araku Valley, exploring the mystical Borra Caves and enjoying the beauty of Galikonda Viewpoint.
  • Experience a boat safari in the serene Coringa Wildlife Sanctuary in Kakinada.
  • Discover the cultural heritage of Machilipatnam while unwinding on its pristine sandy beaches.
  • Explore the rich history of Thanjavur with a visit to the magnificent Brihadeshwara Temple and the royal Palace Complex.

Bulk discount (by Percent)

Bulk discount adult
#Discount groupFrom adultTo adultValue
1Discount on 2-person group22 42.0%
2Discount on 3-person group33 45.6%
3Discount on 4-person group44 55.3%
4Discount on 5-person group55 54.7%
5Discount on 6-person group66 59.1%
6Discount on 7-person group77 58.2%
7Discount on 8-person group88 62.7%

Itinerary

Day 1: Arrive Vizag

Arrive in Vizag and check-in to the hotel. Explore Kursura Submarine Museum, Visakha Museum, Kali Temple, and Ramakrishna Beach. Overnight at the hotel.

Day 2: Vizag

Embark on an excursion to Araku Valley, visiting Borra Caves, Tribal Museum, Galikonda Viewpoint, and Coffee Plantations. Return to Vizag in the evening. Overnight at the hotel.

Day 3: Vizag - Kakinada (155kms)

Drive to Kakinada and enjoy a boat safari in Coringa Wildlife Sanctuary. Overnight at the hotel.

Day 4: Kakinada - Machilipatnam (255kms)

Proceed to Machilipatnam, visit worship centers, and relax on pristine sandy beaches. Overnight at the hotel.

Day 5: Machilipatnam - Nellore (300kms)

Drive to Nellore and visit the 12th-century Ranganatha Temple. Overnight at the hotel.

Day 6: Nellore - Chennai (275kms)

Drive to Chennai, visiting Venkatagiri Fort and Sri Venkateshwara Temple at Tirupati en route. Check-in to the hotel in Chennai. Overnight at the hotel.

Day 7: Chennai - Mahabalipuram (120kms)

Explore Chennai with visits to Fort St. George, Kapaleeshwarar Temple, and more. Afternoon drive to Mahabalipuram and check-in to the hotel. Overnight at the hotel.

Day 8: Mahabalipuram - Pondicherry (120kms)

Visit Mahabalipuram's UNESCO World Heritage Sites, then drive to Pondicherry. Explore Auroville and Pondicherry's French Quarters. Overnight at the hotel.

Day 9: Pondicherry - Thanjavur (180kms)

Drive to Thanjavur, visiting Chidambaram Nataraja Temple and the Great Living Chola Temples en route. Check-in to the hotel in Thanjavur. Overnight at the hotel.

Day 10: Thanjavur - Trichy (60kms)

Explore Brihadeshwara Temple and the Palace Complex in Thanjavur. Drive to Trichy and visit Sri Ranganathaswamy Temple and Rock Fort. Overnight at the hotel in Trichy.

Day 11: Trichy - Madurai (135kms)

Drive to Madurai and visit Meenakshi Temple, Thirumalai Nayakar Palace, and more. Overnight at the hotel.

Day 12: Madurai - Rameshwaram (170kms)

Drive to Rameshwaram, visit Ramanathaswamy Jyotirlinga Temple, and take a walk on Adams Bridge. Overnight at the hotel.

Day 13: Rameshwaram - Kanyakumari (320kms)

Drive to Kanyakumari and visit Kanyakumari Temple, Padmanabhapuram Palace, and Vivekananda Rock Memorial. Overnight at the hotel.

Day 14: Kanyakumari - Kovalam (80kms)

Explore Kanyakumari in the morning, then drive to Kovalam. Overnight at the hotel.

Day 15: Kovalam

Visit Padmanabhaswamy Temple, Attukal Temple, Napier Museum, and more in Trivandrum. Drive through popular beaches. Overnight at the hotel.

Day 16: Kovalam - Departure

After breakfast, transfer to Trivandrum airport for departure.

Included/Excluded

  • Assistance on arrival at airport.
  • 15 Night's accommodation in 5-Star hotels.
  • Daily breakfast and meal as per day plan.
  • Private air-conditioned deluxe car for airport transfer, sightseeing and excursion as per program.
  • English speaking tour guide on sightseeing days (local guide in each city), as per program.
  • Monuments entrances and activities charges mentioned in the itinerary.
  • Bottled drinking water in car.
  • Government taxes.
  • Any flight tickets.
  • Camera charges at monuments.
  • Expenses of personal nature like liquor, laundry, tips, telephone, fax, internet etc.
  • Gratuities & optional activities.
  • Anything not mentioned in inclusions.

Tour's Location

FAQs

What is the standard of the hotels on this tour?

Hotels used or similar for 15 nights accommodation

5 Star Hotels
Visakhapatnam x 2 nights: The Gateway Hotel Beach Road/ WH By ITC Hotels Devee Grand Bay
Kakinada x 1 night: Grand Kakinada by GRT Hotels/ Svenska Design Hotel
Machilipatnam x 1 night: Hotel SS Grand INN/ RK Good Times
Nellore x 1 night: Minerva Grand/ Hotel Tejaswini Grand
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
Thanjore x 1 night: Svatma
Trichy x 1 night: Courtyard by Marriott
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 2 nights: Raviz Kovalam/ Vivanta by Taj - Green Cove

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