Chennai to Kochi - 9 Days
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Mahabalipuram – Discover the striking Shore Temple which sits on the beautiful Bay of Bengal, Chettinad - Sample traditional life in the quaint village of Chettinad, renowned for its flavourful cuisine, Madurai – Light candles and sing songs as you enjoy a lively Aarti prayer ceremony and explore the city on a guided tour, Tanjore – Tour the hotspots of the city and gaze admiringly at the towering Brihadishwara Temple, Munnar - Spend a night in the rolling hills of the former hill station. Enjoy a guided walk through the tea plantations and visit a local market, Pondicherry – Stroll along the beach in this French colonial city and visit the Basilica of the Sacred Heart, Kochi – Enjoy free time to explore independently and perhaps enjoy a traditional Kathakali dance show
Duration 9 days
Destination India
Company On The Go Tours
Availability From 2024-12-08 to 2025-12-14
Call 1300 018 390
What's Included?
- 8 breakfasts
- 8 nights 3-4 star hotels
- Guided sightseeing - Mahabalipuram, Pondicherry, Tanjore, Chettinad, Madurai and Munnar
- Escorted by an English-speaking Indian tour guide (for groups of 4 or more)
- Services of English-speaking Indian specialist guides at some sites
- Airport arrival transfer on day 1 (For departures in 2024 a departure airport transfer is provided on day 9)
- All relevant transfers and transportation in private air-conditioned vehicles
Availability
- From 2024-12-08 to 2025-12-14
Visit India
Day 1, Chennai
Sunday.
Welcome to South India! On arrival in Chennai you are met at the airport and transferred to our hotel. The rest of today is free to explore the city at leisure before meeting the group and guide at the hotel at 18:00 for a Welcome meeting.
No meals included.
Day 2, Mahabalipuram
Chennai - Mahabalipuram - Pondicherry.
This morning we depart Chennai and travel south to the French colonial city of Pondicherry. French rule lasted here until 1954 and the influence is still clear in the city's architecture.
En-route we will visit Mahabalipuram, the beautiful 7th century Shore Temple, so-named because of its location on the shore of the Bay of Bengal. We continue to the magnificent bas-relief carving, Arjuna's Penance and the incredible Five Ratha's. This UNESCO-listed site is made up of five different temples, all carved individually from separate rocks. The temples lay hidden under sand until the British rediscovered them 200 years ago. We continue on to Pondicehrry where we will spend the next two nights.
1 breakfast, no lunch, no dinner included.
Day 3, Pondicherry
Pondicherry.
Today we explore the highlights of Pondicherry including the Sri Aurobindo Ashram spiritual community and Pondicherry Beach, with it's beautiful golden sand and lapping waves. Finally, we explore the striking Sacred Heart Basilica, a famous Christian pilgrimage site. Enjoy the rest of your day at leisure.
1 breakfast, no lunch, no dinner included.
Day 4, Thanjavur
Pondicherry - Tanjore.
After breakfast we head away from the coastal Pondicherry to an important centre of South Indian religion, art and architecture - Tanjore (Thanjavur). We discover the ancient, fortified town of Tanjore, with a guided tour exploring the glorious history dating back more than 1,500 years. Take in the enormous Brihadishwara Temple. This temple is over 1000 years old and the dome on top is thought to have been hauled up in a similar way to the construction of the Pyramids of Giza in Egypt.
1 breakfast, no lunch, no dinner included.
Day 5, Chettinad
Tanjore - Chettinad.
Today we travel to Chettinad which is renowned across India for its unique and spectacular combination of flavourful cuisine, yet few venture to this sleepy, tranquil village. Explore the crumbling Chettinad Palace and the famous tile factory in Athangudi, where your guide will explain how the renowned handmade terracotta tiles of Chettinad are crafted and readied.
1 breakfast, no lunch, 1 dinner included.
Day 6, Madurai
Chettinad – Madurai.
Departing Chettinad we continue onwards to Madurai, where we enjoy a half day guided tour taking in the Thirumalai Nayakar Mahal. This grand palace is known for the giant circular pillars in its courtyard and dates back to the 17th century. We continue to the famous rock cut temple of Thirupparankunram Murugan. According to a famous Hindu legend, this is where Murugan slayed the demon Surapadman. Finally, we join an Aarti prayer ceremony at the Meenakshi Temple. The ceremony involves the lighting of candles and songs being sung in praise of the gods.
1 breakfast, no lunch, no dinner included.
Day 7, Munnar
Madurai - Munnar.
Leave Madurai today we travel to the picturesque former hill station of Munnar, surrounded by sprawling tea plantations. We take a guided stroll through a local tea plantation and visit a local market, before the rest of the day is free to relax as you please. You may wish to visit the nearby Blossom Park and enjoy cycling or boating in the stunning surrounds.
1 breakfast, no lunch, no dinner included.
Day 8, Kochi
Munnar - Kochi.
Today we continue on to Kochi, our final destination in South India. Upon arrival, the remainder of the day is free to explore the city at your own leisure. This evening you can opt for an optional tour to watch an entertaining and traditional Kathakali dance show. Kathakali performers are known for their elaborate costumes and make up and they always put on a fantastic show.
1 breakfast, no lunch, no dinner included.
Day 9, Kochi
Monday.
Our Indian adventure comes to an end today. A departure transfer is included today for departures in 2024. If you are travelling in 2025 this can be booked for an additional supplement if required.
1 breakfast, no lunch, no dinner included.
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Departure dates and Pricing
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| Sun 8th December, 202408/12/2024 | Mon 16th December, 202416/12/2024 | Limited Availability | Per person from$2705.00* | Enquire » |
| Sun 15th December, 202415/12/2024 | Mon 23rd December, 202423/12/2024 | Limited Availability | Per person from$2705.00* | Enquire » |
| Sun 29th December, 202429/12/2024 | Mon 6th January, 202508/01/2024 | Available | Per person from$2985.00* | Enquire » |
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| Sun 12th January, 202514/01/2024 | Mon 20th January, 202522/01/2024 | Available | Per person from$2705.00* | Enquire » |
| Sun 26th January, 202528/01/2024 | Mon 3rd February, 202505/02/2024 | Available | Per person from$2705.00* | Enquire » |
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| Sun 9th February, 202511/02/2024 | Mon 17th February, 202519/02/2024 | Available | Per person from$2705.00* | Enquire » |
| Sun 23rd February, 202525/02/2024 | Mon 3rd March, 202504/03/2024 | Available | Per person from$2705.00* | Enquire » |
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| Sun 23rd March, 202524/03/2024 | Mon 31st March, 202501/04/2024 | Available | Per person from$2705.00* | Enquire » |
| Sun 30th March, 202531/03/2024 | Mon 7th April, 202508/04/2024 | Available | Per person from$2705.00* | Enquire » |
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| Sun 6th April, 202507/04/2024 | Mon 14th April, 202515/04/2024 | Available | Per person from$2705.00* | Enquire » |
| Sun 13th April, 202514/04/2024 | Mon 21st April, 202522/04/2024 | Available | Per person from$2705.00* | Enquire » |
| Sun 20th April, 202521/04/2024 | Mon 28th April, 202529/04/2024 | Available | Per person from$2705.00* | Enquire » |
| Departure Date | Return Date | Availability | Price | Enquire |
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| Sun 21st September, 202522/09/2024 | Mon 29th September, 202530/09/2024 | Available | Per person from$2925.00* | Enquire » |
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| Sun 5th October, 202506/10/2024 | Mon 13th October, 202514/10/2024 | Available | Per person from$2925.00* | Enquire » |
| Sun 12th October, 202513/10/2024 | Mon 20th October, 202521/10/2024 | Available | Per person from$2925.00* | Enquire » |
| Sun 19th October, 202520/10/2024 | Mon 27th October, 202528/10/2024 | Available | Per person from$2925.00* | Enquire » |
| Sun 26th October, 202527/10/2024 | Mon 3rd November, 202504/11/2024 | Available | Per person from$2925.00* | Enquire » |
| Departure Date | Return Date | Availability | Price | Enquire |
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| Sun 30th November, 202501/12/2024 | Mon 8th December, 202509/12/2024 | Available | Per person from$2925.00* | Enquire » |
| Sun 2nd November, 202503/11/2024 | Mon 10th November, 202511/11/2024 | Available | Per person from$2925.00* | Enquire » |
| Sun 16th November, 202517/11/2024 | Mon 24th November, 202525/11/2024 | Available | Per person from$2925.00* | Enquire » |
| Departure Date | Return Date | Availability | Price | Enquire |
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| Sun 14th December, 202515/12/2024 | Mon 22nd December, 202523/12/2024 | Available | Per person from$3205.00* | Enquire » |
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