South India Temple with Kerala
Tour Overview
The South India Temple with Kerala is a private, customizable India itinerary covering Chennai · Mahabalipuram · Pondicherry · Tanjore · Trichy · Madurai · Periyar · Kumarakom · Kochi. Duration: 11 Nights / 12 Days. The day-by-day plan below covers 12 days of sightseeing, transfers and stays — tell us your travel dates and group size and we'll tailor it further.
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Detailed Itinerary
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Day 1 — Arrival at Chennai - Mahabalipuram
Welcome to South India !!! MR Bharat Holidays welcomes you on your arrival at Chennai international airport. After a garland welcome, you will leave for Mahabalipuram which is just 58 kilometers away from Chennai.
Upon your arrival at Mahabalipuram, check-in at the hotel. In the evening, explore nearby areas. Later enjoy dinner and then stay overnight at the hotel.
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Day 2 — Mahabalipuram
The 2nd day of the tour will go into exploring the famous attractions of Mahabalipuram. After breakfast, you will leave for sightseeing tour. In the morning season visit Arjuna's Penance, Shore Temple and Mandapas and Pancha Pandava Ra
thas. In the afternoon, enjoy the lunch and then visit some of the known caves of Mahabalipuram. In the evening, visit Krishna's Butterball. Later enjoy dinner and then stay overnight at the hotel. Day
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Day 3 — 03 - Mahabalipuram - Pondicherry
Enjoy the breakfast and then we leave for next destination of the tour which is Pondicherry. It is around 100 kilometers from Mahabalipuram. Upon arrival, check-in at the hotel.
Later leave to explore the famous attractions of Pondicherry including include Jalaram Temple, Thirunallar temple, Varadraja temple, Masthan Saheb Darga and many more.
In the evening, explore the famous markets of Pondicherry and enjoy shopping. Latter enjoy dinner at any famous restaurant in the city. After dinner, stay overnight at the hotel.
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Day 4 — Pondicherry - Tanjore
After breakfast, you will leave for Tanjore. The distance between two places is near about 166 kilometers. Tanjore is the place which is famous for old famous temples. Upon arrival, check-in at the hotel.
The most famous places to explore in Tanjore include of Sri Bragadeeswarar Temple, Palace, Art Gallery, Royal Museum & Serforji Memorial Hall, Tholkappiyar Sadukkam, Sangeetha Mahal, Punnai Nallur (Mariamman Temple) and many more such famous places.
In the evening, explore the local markets of Tanjore. Later enjoy the dinner and then stay overnight at the hotel.
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Day 5 — Tanjore - Trichy
Today after breakfast, you will leave for Trichy. In Trichy, you will get to explore famous historical temples of south India. Upon arrival at Trichy, check-in at the hotel.
Later, leave to explore the famous attractions of Trichy including Srirangam temple, Ayyapan temple, Samayapuram temple, Athmanathaswamy temple, temples of Gunaseelam & Thiruvellarai and many more.
Enjoy your evening with the wonderful environment of Trichy followed by delicious dinner. After dinner, stay overnight at the hotel.
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Day 6 — Trichy - Madurai
After breakfast, you will leave for next destination of the tour which is Madurai. The distance between two places is near about 151 kilometers and takes around three to four hours to reach. Upon arrival, check-in at the hotel.
The most famous places to explore in Madurai consist of Meenakshi Sundareshwar temple, Azhagar Kovil, Azhagar Kovil (Alagar temple) and many more. After dinner, stay overnight at the hotel.
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Day 7 — Madurai - Periyar
Enjoy the breakfast in the morning and then we leave for Periyar. Periyar is located in Kerala state. The distance between two places is near about 330 kilometers. Upon arrival, check-in at the hotel/resort and enjoy your lunch.
Later leave to enjoy the jungle safari at Periyar National Park where you will find wide variety of wildlife animals and many birds. After dinner, stay overnight at the resort.
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Day 8 — Periyar - Kumarakom
Get up early in the morning and go for morning jungle safari to spot different creature in the national Park. Later come back to resort and enjoy your breakfast. After breakfast, you are free to enjoy the nature.
In the afternoon, enjoy the lunch and then leave for Kumarakom. The place is famous for Ayurveda treatment. It is around 98 kilometers from Periyar. Upon arrival, check-in at the hotel. If you have time in the evening, you can enjoy Ayurveda massage and spa. After dinner, stay overnight at the hotel.
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Day 9 — Kumarakom
The 9th day of the tour will go into exploring Kumarakom. Enjoy the breakfast in the morning and then leave for Kerala backwaters. Some of the famous places that you will visit during your Kerala backwater tour include Vembanad Lake and many other places. Also enjoy the fishing and witness many other beautiful attractions.
Enjoy your evening with some mind blowing Kerala Ayurveda massage and spa. After dinner, stay overnight at the hotel.
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Day 10 — Kumarakom - Kochi
Enjoy the breakfast in the morning and then you are free to enjoy your own activity. You can go for Kerala Ayurveda massage or spa.
In the afternoon enjoy the lunch and then leave for the destination which is Kochi. The distance between two places is near about 69 kilometers. Upon arrival at Kochi, check-in at the hotel.
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Day 11 — Kochi sightseeing
The 11th day of the tour will go into exploring the famous attraction of Kochi. Enjoy the breakfast in the morning and then leave for sightseeing tour of Kochi including at Kochi fort, Hill Palace, Mattancherry Palace, Jewish Synagogue, Santa Cruz Cathedral Basilica and many more.
In the evening, enjoy watching ?Kathakali? program. It is famous dance and music show of Kerala. Later enjoy dinner at any famous restaurant in the city. After dinner, stay overnight at the hotel.
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Day 12 — Kochi (departure)
Your tour comes to an end today. After breakfast, our representative will transfer you to the airport to board a flight for onwards destination.
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Inclusions & Exclusions
Inclusions
- Accommodation based on Double Occupancy room
- Daily buffet breakfast
- Airport pick-up and drop in Delhi by exclusive chauffer driven air conditioned car
- Assistance on arrival and departure
- English speaking guide with compliments
- All transfers and sightseeing by Exclusive Air Conditioned Chauffer driven Well Condition Car with all India tourism permit. In case you if you will be not happy with car condition we will immediately change it
- Feul, toll, parking and driver's allowance
- Unlimited Mineral water in the car (Unlike other companies who charged extra for mineral water)
- All applicable taxes
Exclusions
- Any expenses arising out of unforeseen circumstances like flight delay/cancellation/hike in fare, strike or any other natural calamities
- Personal nature Expenses i.e. Telephone Calls, Laundry, Soft / Hard Drinks, Meals, Tipping etc.
- Monuments entrance fees
- Camera Fee at Monuments
Why Choose This Tour?
- Covers real, on-the-ground India travel experience
- Well-paced, comfortable itinerary
- Fully customizable to your dates and budget
- Suitable for families, couples and groups
- Local, English-speaking support throughout
FAQs
How many days is the South India Temple with Kerala?
This itinerary runs 11 Nights / 12 Days, and can be shortened or extended to fit your schedule.
Can this tour be customized?
Yes — every itinerary on this site is a starting point. Tell us your dates, budget and interests and we'll tailor the plan, hotels and pace to suit you.
Are the hotels included?
Accommodation is included as listed under Inclusions above; we can adjust the hotel category (standard, deluxe or luxury) to your preference.
Is this a private tour?
Yes, this is a private, chauffeur-driven itinerary for your group — not a shared coach tour.
How do I get a quote?
Use the form on this page, WhatsApp us, or call our travel desk — we typically respond with a personalized quote within one business day.