Treasures of Southern India

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Treasures of Southern India

13 Days Starting in Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India and ending in Kochi, Kerala, India

Visiting: Chennai, Puducherry, Thanjavur, Chettinadu, Madurai, Munnar, Kumarakom, Kochi

Tour operator:

UncleSam Holidays

Tour code:

TOSI13

Guide Type:

Fully Guided

Group size:

1 - 10

Physical rating:

Low, Easy

Age range:

1-90

Special diets catered:

Vegetarians, Vegans, Meat, Kosher, Jain, Halal

Tour operated in:

English , French , German , Spanish

Private Available:

From: $2679 $1072 (USD) Operator discount: -$1607 -60%

NB: Prices correct on 31-Mar-2025 but subject to change.

Tour Overview

Embark on an unforgettable journey through South India, beginning in Chennai and venturing through a rich tapestry of cultural and scenic destinations. Explore the ancient temples of Mahabalipuram and the charming coastal town of Puducherry. Continue to Kumbakonam and Thanjavur, home to magnificent temples and vibrant heritage. Discover the unique architecture of Chettinad before heading to the historic city of Madurai, famous for its Meenakshi Temple. The adventure then takes you to the lush hills of Munnar, known for its tea gardens, followed by a serene stay at Kumarakom, nestled along the backwaters of Kerala. Experience the colonial charm and cultural blend of Cochin before concluding your tour. This 13-day journey offers a perfect combination of culture, history, nature, and relaxation, leaving you with lasting memories of Southern India’s heritage and landscapes.

Highlights

• Explore the heritage site of Mahabalipuram, built by the Pallava dynasty in the 7th and 8th centuries.
• Explore the heritage site of Madurai, famous for its Dravidian-style temples.
• Enjoy a visit to the picturesque, lush green hill station and tea plantations of Munnar.
• Visit tropical Kumarakom and the famous Keralan backwaters.
• Experience and enjoy a traditional Kathakali dance performance.
• Explore the historic Parsi Synagogue, Dutch Palace, St. Francis Church, Fort Cochin, colorful boats, and Chinese fishing nets along the waterfront in Kochi.
• Learn about the fascinating history, culture, and life of South India.

Itinerary

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Day 1 : Arrival at Chennai

Location: Chennai

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: 3 Star Deluxe

Meals Included: Breakfast

On the day of arrival at Chennai airport, our UncleSam Holidays representative will assist you at the airport and later transfer to your pre-booked hotel for night stay.

Rest of the day free for your own leisure activities.
Overnight at Hotel.

Day 2 : Chennai - Mahabalipuram - Puducherry (160 Kms / 3.30 Hrs)

Location: Puducherry

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: 3 Star Deluxe

Meals Included: Breakfast

Today morning after breakfast at hotel, later check out and drive to Puducherry, via en-route visit to Mahabalipuram, visit the Thirukadalmallai, Shore Temple, Pancha Pandava Rathas, Arjuna’s Penance, Caves, Krishna’s Butterball and India Seashell Museum. Also explore the Mahabalipuram Beach with surfing & Shore Temple views.

After finish your sightseeing tour at Mahabalipuram, later continue drive to Puducherry. Upon arrival at Puducherry check-in to your pre-booked hotel for night stay.

Rest of the day free for your own leisure activities.
Overnight at Hotel.

Day 3 : At Puducherry

Location: Puducherry

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: 3 Star Deluxe

Meals Included: Breakfast

Today morning after breakfast at hotel, later proceed for sightseeing tour to Puducherry, visit Auroville town, Aurobindo Ashram, Government Museum, The Sacred Heart Basilica, French War memorial, Mahe de Labourdonnais St and Pondy Bazaar. Also visit Memorial House, Manakula Vinayagar Temple and Vedapureeswarar Temple.

Evening enoy the heritage walk in the French colonies, will spot the beautiful yellow & white walls, European styles streets and a walk along the sea.
Overnight at Hotel.

Day 4 : Puducherry - Kumbakonam - Thanjavur (180 Kms / 4.30 Hrs)

Location: Thanjavur

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: 3 Star Deluxe

Meals Included: Breakfast

Today morning after breakfast at hotel, later check out and drive to Thanjavur, via en-route visit to Kumbakonam - is famous for its temples and mathas (monasteries). There are around 188 Hindu temples.

After finish your visit to Kumbakonam, later continue drive to Thanjavur. Upon arrival at Thanjavur check-in to your pre-booked hotel for night stay.

Rest of the day free for your own leisure activities.
Overnight at Hotel.

Day 5 : At Thanjavur

Location: Thanjavur

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: 3 Star Deluxe

Meals Included: Breakfast

Today morning after breakfast at hotel, later proceed for sightseeing tour to Thanjavur, visit the Schwartz Memorial & Church, Sivaganga Garden, Lord Murugan Temple, Brihadeeswara Temple, Thanjavur Maratha Palace.

After finish your sightseeing tour at Thanjavur, later free for shopping or drive back to your hotel for night stay.
Overnight at Hotel.

Day 6 : Thanjavur - Chettinad (98 Kms / 2 Hrs)

Location: Chettinadu

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: 3 Star Deluxe

Meals Included: Breakfast

Today morning after breakfast at hotel, later check out and drive to Chettinad. Upon arrival at Chettinad check-in to your pre-booked hotel for night stay.

After refresh yourself, later proceed for sightseeing tour to Chettinad, visit Chettinad Maharaja's Palace and Lord Ganesha Temple at Kundrakudi.

After finish your sightseeing tour at Chettinad, later free for shopping or drive back to your hotel for night stay.
Overnight at Hotel.

Day 7 : Chettinad - Madurai (80 Kms / 2.30 Hrs)

Location: Madurai

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: 3 Star Deluxe

Meals Included: Breakfast

Today morning after breakfast at hotel, later check out and drive to Madurai. Upon arrival at Madurai check-in to your pre-booked hotel for night stay.

After refresh yourself, later proceed for guided tour to Madurai, visit Meenakshi Amman Temple, Thirumalai Nayakkar Palace, Gandhi Memorial Museum and Vandiyur Mariamman Teppakulam. Also visit Chokkanathar Temple and Samanar Hills also known as Samanar Malai or Amanarmalai at Keelakuilkudi.

After finish your guided tour to Madurai, later experience the evening prayer ceremony at the Meenakshi Temple.
Overnight at Hotel.

Day 8 : Madurai - Munnar (160 Kms / 5 Hrs)

Location: Munnar

Accommodation: Hotel, Hotel

Accommodation Name: 3 Star Deluxe

Meals Included: Breakfast, Breakfast

Today morning after breakfast at hotel, later check out and drive to Munnar “Scenic hills of Kerala”, via en-route enjoy the scenic beauty & the marvelous waterfalls of Kerala with high mountains and the low flying clouds passing by.

Upon arrival at Munnar check-in to your pre-booked hotel for night stay.

After refresh yourself, later proceed for sightseeing tour to Munnar, visit the Eravikulam National Park, Old Munnar Town and the town market.

In the evening, enjoy a walk at Tea Estate or free for own activities.
Overnight at Hotel.

Day 9 : Munnar - Kumarakom (150 Kms / 4.30 Hrs)

Location: Kumarakom

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: 3 Star Deluxe

Meals Included: Breakfast

Today morning after breakfast at hotel, later check out and proceed for sightseeing tour to Munnar, visit the Eravikulam National Park, Mattupetty Dam, Old Munnar Town and the town market.

After finish your sightseeing tour at Munnar, later continue drive to Kumarakom “Town of Backwaters”. Upon arrival at Kumarakom check-in to your pre-booked hotel for night stay.

Rest of the day free for your own leisure activities.
Overnight at Hotel.

Day 10 : At Kumarakom

Location: Kumarakom

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: 3 Star Deluxe

Meals Included: Breakfast

Today morning after breakfast at hotel, later proceed for sightseeing tour to Kumarakom, visit Vembanad Lake, Kumarakom Bird Sanctuary, Kumarakom Beach, Kumarakom Backwaters and Bay Island Driftwood Museum. Also enjoy the boat ride to Pathiramanal Island. Rest of the day free for your own leisure activities. Overnight at Hotel.

Day 11 : Kumarakom - Cochin (50 Kms / 1.30 Hrs)

Location: Kochi

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: 3 Star Deluxe

Meals Included: Breakfast

Today morning after breakfast at hotel, later check out and drive to Cochin. Upon arrival at Cochin check-in to your pre-booked hotel for night stay.

Rest of the day free for your own leisure activities.
Overnight at Hotel.

Day 12 : At Cochin

Location: Kochi

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: 3 Star Deluxe

Meals Included: Breakfast

Today morning after breakfast at hotel, later proceed for full day sightseeing tour to Cochin visit, Fort Kochi, Jewish synagogue, St.Francis Church, Marine Drive, Hill Palace, Dutch Palace, Pareekshit Thampuran Museum, Santa Cruz Cathedral Basilica, Bolgatty Island, Indo Portuguese Museum.

In the evening time enjoy the kathakali dance show, one of India's most famous classical dances with lavish costumes, exotic makeup & masks intensify the beauty of the dancers, intricate moments.
Overnight at Hotel.

Day 13 : Departure from Cochin

Location: Kochi

Meals Included: Breakfast

Today morning after breakfast at hotel, later check out and transfer to Cochin airport to board the flight for your next destination / Home.

What's Included

12 Nights accommodation based on double / twin sharing basis
Assistance during arrival and departure by UncleSam Holidays
Daily breakfast at Hotel

12 Breakfast
All sightseeing including airport transfers by an AC vehicle
English speaking guide at Chennai and Cochin

(Other languages guides are available on additional charges)
Experience the wildlife at Eravikulam National Park
One mineral water bottle per person per day

What's Not Included

Visas Fee (if applicable)
Monument entry fees
Tips (always optional, but some guidance will be given in the pre-departure information pack you’ll receive after booking)
Beverages other than drinking water & any costs of a personal nature
International/Internal flights to/from the start/finish of the trip

Mode of Transport

All sightseeing including airport transfers by an AC Car MUV / SUV / Sedan car with an English speaking driver. Drivers of our private vehicles are experienced with good knowledge of the road conditions and well trained. The type of vehicles provided are as follows :

Passenger Vehicle type
• 1-2 persons Air-conditioned medium car such as Etios / Dezire or similar
• 3-4 persons Air-conditioned large car such as Toyota Innova or similar
• 5-10 persons Air-conditioned mini-van such as Tempo Traveler or similar

Accommodation

Accommodation at 3 Star deluxe hotels.
4 or 5 Star hotel upgrade are available on request basis.

Check out our Q&As

Is free Wi-Fi available in the accommodation used?

Yes
Is the tour coach air conditioned?

Yes
Are children permitted to take part in the tour?

Yes
Are airport transfers included in this tour?

Yes
Company Instant Book

Yes

Do I need to purchase travel insurance before travelling?

Absolutely. Every traveler is required to purchase travel insurance before the start of their tour. Due to the varying nature, availability and cost of health care around the world, travel insurance is very much an essential and necessary part of every journey.
Are the local guides on the tour English speaking?

On request basis.
Can you assist with pre or post tour accommodation?

Yes
Will passengers from another country be participating in the tour?

Yes
What happens if a group doesn’t make its minimum required number of passengers?

100% departure if there is single traveler.
What is the standard of the hotels on this tour?

3 Star
What is the maximum group size?

10
What is the fitness level required to do this tour?

Healthy
What is the tipping policy?

Tips always optional.
What currencies are required for this tour?

INR is local currency.
Do you require a visa for this holiday?

Only for foreign national travelers.
Is there any free time to explore places during the tour?

Yes
Will I know the names and details of all the accommodation before I depart?

Yes
Is there a supplement for solo travellers?

Yes
How many people will be on my trip?

UncleSam Holidays provide private and group tour it's completely depend on you which category you are choose. if you are choosing a group tour there is maximum 40 guests.
Am I contributing to any charity by booking the tour?

UncleSam Holidays is a not-for-profit organisation established in 2011. So far, UncleSam Holidays work hard to help underprivileged communities and support sustainable tourism around the world.
Who will be my travelling companions on the tour?

The beauty of taking a guided holiday with us is you’ll have the opportunity to meet and travel with people from all over the globe
What are the coaches like?

We pride ourselves on having the finest fleet of fuel-efficient, fully air-conditioned coaches – all with reclining seats and on-board restrooms. The high vantage point from your coach’s window means you can take in all the glorious scenery, whether it’s a vast rural landscape or an urban city center.
Will the accommodation included meet local health and safety regulations?

We select our hotels for their quality, impeccable service and comfort, with the majority of them having air-conditioning. Few hotels don't have air conditioning due to the colder climate.
How much luggage can I bring?

You can bring one suitcase per person and weight not exceeding 23 kg (50 lbs) due to the limited space on the coach. You can also bring one piece of hand luggage, provided it is small enough to take on the coach and does not have telescopic handles.
Are the travel guides experience?

Our Travel Guides come from a variety of backgrounds but they all share a passion for travel. These experienced professionals show you what the guidebooks can’t – a true insider’s perspective of each destination. Each Travel Guide have at least five years’ experience under their belt.
What if I have special dietary requirements?

We can accommodate guests who are vegetarian and can assist with diabetic, gluten-free and other medically-recommended diets. Please advise us at time of booking. Unfortunately, we’re unable to supply meals in accordance with strict religious requirements. We can’t provide salt-free, Kosher, Halal, requests for specific dietary supplements such as soya milk, and high protein or low-carb meals.
Will I need a visa?

You are responsible for obtaining all necessary visas prior to the departure of your guided holiday. Depending on your nationality, you may need visas to enter certain countries included on your trip. Please note that obtaining visas can take up to six weeks prior to your departure. It is strongly advised that you consult your Travel Agent and the local Consulate or Embassy of the country you are visiting well in advance to determine which visas they require and how to obtain them.
Do I need travel insurance?

We strongly recommend that all guests have a travel insurance policy to ensure your peace of mind before and while travelling. It's important that you protect yourself in case of trip cancellations, an interruption for any reason, baggage delays or loss of baggage and medical expenses.

Reviews of this operator

Sandra Gurvis

Great trip to India

12-Nov-2024

Highly recommended to everybody for holiday packages in India. I really appreciate them for their management everything was well managed on every tour and will keep travelling with them in future also.

Julia

Perfect Trip

16-Aug-2024

Very helpful staff helped me during my trip too regarding all bookings thanku fir making my trip a memorable one

Mike

Well Mananged Services

02-Oct-2024

i dont have words to explain my excellent experience with unclesam holidays, I will travel one' again with your company and will share this valuable experience with friends and family

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