Sacred Temples and Serene Backwaters: South India Tour with CGH Experience Hotels

On arrival in Chennai, you will be greeted by our MTA representative and transferred to your hotel. After check-in, relax and recover from your journey. Depending on your arrival time, you may explore nearby attractions or enjoy a quiet evening.

Inclusions: Accommodation, Transport, Assistance

After breakfast, begin a full-day tour of Chennai. Visit Fort St. George, the city’s oldest colonial building; San Thome Basilica, built over the tomb of Saint Thomas; and Kapaleeshwarar Temple, a fine example of Dravidian architecture. End the day with a walk along Marina Beach, India’s longest urban beach.

Inclusions: Accommodation, Breakfast, Transport, Tour Guide, Entrance Fees

Highlights: Fort St. George, San Thome Basilica, Kapaleeshwarar Temple, Marina Beach

Drive to Mahabalipuram (UNESCO site), known for its ancient rock-cut temples. Visit the Shore Temple, Pancha Rathas, and Arjuna’s Penance. Continue your journey to Pondicherry and check in to your hotel.

Inclusions: Accommodation, Breakfast, Transport, Tour Guide, Entrance Fees

Highlights: Shore Temple, Pancha Rathas, Arjuna’s Penance

Explore the charming French Quarter and visit Sri Aurobindo Ashram and Promenade Beach. Later, drive to Chidambaram to see the famous Nataraja Temple, then proceed to Kumbakonam for an overnight stay.

Inclusions: Accommodation, Breakfast, Transport, Tour Guide, Entrance Fees

Highlights: French Quarter, Sri Aurobindo Ashram, Promenade Beach, Nataraja Temple

After breakfast, explore Adi Kumbeswarar Temple and Sarangapani Temple in Kumbakonam. Then drive to Tanjore to visit the grand Brihadeeswarar Temple, a UNESCO site. Return to Kumbakonam for the night.

Inclusions: Accommodation, Breakfast, Transport, Tour Guide, Entrance Fees

Highlights: Adi Kumbeswarar Temple, Sarangapani Temple, Brihadeeswarar Temple

Drive to Trichy and visit Rockfort Temple,Srirangam Temple (the largest active Hindu temple), and Jambukeshwarar Temple. Continue to Chettinad, known for its heritage mansions and cuisine. Check in and relax.

Inclusions: Accommodation, Breakfast, Transport, Tour Guide, Entrance Fees

Highlights: Rockfort Temple, Srirangam Temple, Jambukeshwarar Temple

After breakfast, visit Chettinad Palace and local temples such as Sri Soundararaja Perumal Temple and Karpagambal Temple. Then drive to Madurai and check in to your hotel.

Inclusions: Accommodation, Breakfast, Transport, Tour Guide, Entrance Fees

Highlights: Chettinad Palace, Sri Soundararaja Perumal Temple, Karpagambal Temple

Visit Meenakshi Amman Temple,Thirumalai Nayakkar Palace, and Gandhi Memorial Museum. In the afternoon, drive to Thekkady, home to the Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary. Check in and unwind.

Inclusions: Accommodation, Breakfast, Transport, Tour Guide, Entrance Fees

Highlights: Meenakshi Amman Temple, Thirumalai Nayakkar Palace, Gandhi Memorial Museum

Enjoy a boat ride on Periyar Lake, where you may spot elephants, deer, and birds. Optionally, visit a spice plantation. Later, drive to Kumarakom, known for its tranquil backwaters. Check in and relax by the lake.

Inclusions: Accommodation, Breakfast, Transport, Tour Guide, Entrance Fees

Highlights: Boat Ride on Periyar Lake

Visit the Kumarakom Bird Sanctuary, home to many migratory birds. Later, enjoy a relaxing houseboat cruise on Vembanad Lake, gliding past lush landscapes, villages, and coconut groves.

Inclusions: Accommodation, Breakfast, Transport, Tour Guide, Entrance Fees

Highlights: Kumarakom Bird Sanctuary, Houseboat Cruise

After breakfast, drive to Cochin (Kochi). If time allows, explore Fort Kochi, including the Chinese Fishing Nets, St. Francis Church, and the Jewish Synagogue. Later, transfer to the airport for your onward journey.

Inclusions: Breakfast, Transport, Tour Guide, Entrance Fees

Highlights: Chinese Fishing Nets, St. Francis Church, Jewish Synagogue