Day 1: Arrival in Chennai

In the evening, arrive at the airport in Chennai. Our associate will escort you to the hotel. Check in upon arrival and relax for the day. Overnight stay at the hotel in Chennai.

Day 2: Sightseeing in Chennai                                                                               Book this Tour

After breakfast at the hotel, proceed for a full day sightseeing tour of the 'gateway to South India'. Visit the major tourist attractions and return to the hotel for overnight stay in Chennai.

Day 3: Chennai - Mahabalipuram

After breakfast at the hotel, drive to Mahabalipuram. En route, visit Kanchipuram famous for its silk and temples. On arrival in Mahabalipuram, check into the hotel and relax for the day. Return to the hotel for overnight stay in Mahabalipuram.

Day 4: Sightseeing in Mahabalipuram

After breakfast at the hotel, go on a tour of the ancient temple city. Visit the shore temple, Five Rathas (chariots) and the beach. Return to the hotel for overnight stay in Mahabalipuram.

Day 5: Mahabalipuram - Madurai

After breakfast at the hotel, drive to Madurai famous for its temples and cuisines. On arrival, check in at the hotel. The day is free for you to enjoy at leisure. Return to the hotel for overnight stay in Madurai.

Day 6: Madurai - Periyar

After breakfast at the hotel, take a tour of Madurai. Visit the stunning Meenakshi Temple. Later in the day, drive to Periyar National Park, Thekkady. On arrival, check in at the wildlife resort. The day is free for you to enjoy at leisure. Return to the resort for overnight stay in Periyar.

Day 7: Periyar

After breakfast at the hotel, go on a boat safari on the Periyar Lake. Enjoy a full day of game-viewing and return to the resort for overnight stay in Periyar.

Day 8: Periyar - Kumarakom

After breakfast at the hotel, drive to Kumarakom, Kerala. On arrival, check in at the beach resort and enjoy the day at leisure. Visit the Kumarakom Bird Sanctuary and take an evening cruise on the backwaters. Return to the hotel for overnight stay in Madurai. 

Day 9: Kumarakom - Houseboat - Alapuzzha

After breakfast at the hotel, go on a backwater cruise to Alapuzzha aboard Kettuvallam: traditional houseboat typical to the backwaters of Kerala. The day is free for you to enjoy at leisure the sights, sounds and smells of the coast. Overnight stay aboard the houseboat.

Day 10: Alapuzzha - Cochin

After breakfast aboard the houseboat, arrive in Alapuzzha famous for its spectacular backwaters. Enjoy a brief tour of the town and drive to Cochin. On arrival, check in at the hotel and relax for the day. Overnight stay in Cochin.

Day 11: Cochin                                                                                                      Book this Tour
 
After breakfast at the hotel, go on a city sightseeing tour of Cochin. Visit natural harbor, Mattancherry or Dutch Palace, Jewish Synagogue and Chinese Fishing Nets. Overnight stay at the hotel in Cochin.

Day 12: Departure from Cochin

After breakfast at the hotel, transfer to the airport for a flight back home or to your onward destination.