Duration
7 Days and 6 Night
Tour type
Private Tour
Location
INDIA
Itinerary
Day 1
Arrival in Madurai and Transfer to Chettinad with Enroute Madurai Sightseeing
Arrive at Madurai Airport in the morning. En route, enjoy a day visit to Madurai, including a visit to the Sree Meenakshi Temple, dedicated to the consort of Lord Shiva. After the sightseeing, proceed to Chettinad. Check in to your hotel in Chettinad and spend the evening at leisure.
Day 2
Chettinad
After breakfast, proceed for a local sightseeing tour of Chettinad, which includes visits to Raja’s Palace, old Chettiar mansions, and Athangudi village to see the handmade tiles. Experience a handloom saree weaving house, Chettiar clan temples, local markets, a bullock cart ride, and a cycle tour. Return to Visalam Hotel in the evening. Enjoy a cooking demonstration, followed by dinner and an overnight stay at the hotel.
Day 3
Chettinad to Kumbakonam via Tanjore
After breakfast, check out from the hotel and proceed to Kumbakonam. En route, visit Tanjore, a 2-hour and 30-minute drive. In Tanjore, visit the most spectacular Tanjore Temple. Afterward, continue to Kumbakonam and check into your hotel. Spend the evening at leisure with your own activities. Enjoy dinner and an overnight stay at the hotel.
Day 4
Kumbakonam
After breakfast, proceed for a sightseeing tour of Kumbakonam. Visit the Gangaikonda Cholapuram and Darasuram temples. Return to the hotel and enjoy the resort's activities for the rest of the day. Dinner and overnight stay at the hotel.
Day 5
Kumbakonam to Puducherry
After breakfast, check out from the hotel and proceed to Puducherry. Upon arrival, check in to your accommodation. Spend the afternoon at leisure. Enjoy dinner and an overnight stay at the hotel.
Day 6
Puducherry
After breakfast, embark on a guided tour of Pondicherry, starting with a visit to Auroville. You can have lunch at the visitor’s center in Auroville (payment directly) or explore the interesting cafes and restaurants in the area. In the afternoon, visit Sri Aurobindo Ashram, Museum, Botanical Garden, and Churches. Enjoy an evening stroll in the French Town. Overnight stay at the hotel.
Day 7
Puducherry to Chennai via Mahabalipuram
Begin the day early. En route to Chennai, visit Mahabalipuram, which is a 1 hour and 30 minutes drive from Puducherry. In Mahabalipuram, explore the Shore Temple, a UNESCO World Heritage Monument, and other stone carvings and rock-cut temples. After the visit, continue your journey to Chennai Airport, which is approximately a 2-hour drive away.
Inclusions
- Accommodation on a double-shared basis
- Vehicle for all Transfers & Sightseeing
Exclusions
- Cost for supplementary service, optional Tours, upgrade charges, Guide, Glass bottom boat ride, camera fee.
- Any airfare/Train fare
- Personal Expenses (Laundry, telephone, tips, Mineral water, soft/hard drinks)
- Additional sightseeing or extra usage of vehicle, other than mentioned in our itinerary.
- Anything that is not included in the Package inclusion.
Overview
Tour Highlights:
- Meenakshi Temple
- Local sightseeing tour of Chettinad
- Tanjore Temple
- Gangaikonda Cholapuram and Darasuram temples
- Sri Aurobindo Ashram, Museum, Botanical Garden, and Churches at Puducherry
- Mahabalipuram
Pick Up Point: Madurai
Drop Off Point: Chennai
A customizable option is available.