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Splendours of South India
Splendours of South India
Visit Trichy, Madurai and Mahabalipuram and enjoy a comprehensive insight into the history, culture and architecture of the Dravidians. The tour also includes trips to the erstwhile French colony - Pondicherry, the Mangroves of Pitchavaram, the Periyar National Park, the hill resort of Munnar, and the Mararikulam Beach. You will have three days in Kochi to explore its colonial past, serene backwaters, and captivating culture.
Tour Nights
Tour At a Glance
- Tour the sprawling metropolis of Chennai and the colonial city of Kochi
- Explore the former French colony, Pondicherry
- Practice some devotional ceremonies at the majestic temples of Madurai
- Spot wildlife whilst trekking through Periyar National Park
- Take a stroll through lush tea plantations
- Tour code: STI28
- Accommodation Grade
- Private Tour
16 Days / 14 Nights Guide Price from £2319 pp
Splendours of South India Itinerary details
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Day 1 UK to Chennai
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Day 2 Chennai
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Day 3 Visit Mahabalipuram
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Day 4 Chennai to Pondichery
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Day 5 Pondichery to Swamimalai
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Day 6 Swamimalai to Trichy
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Day 7 Trichy
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Day 8 Trichy to Madurai
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Day 9 Madurai to Thekkady
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Day 10 Thekkady to Munnar
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Day 11 Munnar to Kochi
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Day 12 Kochi
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Day 13 Kochi to Mararikulam
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Day 14-15 Mararikulam
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Day 16 Mararikulam to UK Departure
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Abad Turtle Beach Mararikulam
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The Elephant Court Thekkady
The Elephant Court is situated in Thekkady, one of the
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Fragrant Nature Munnar Munnar
Fragrant Nature—a luxury hotel with the finest vantage views of the verdant mountains—is situated in a choice location of Munnar. Tata Tea Museum and St. Thomas Marthoma are within 10 kilometer. Fragrant Nature Munnar is styled similar t
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Holiday Inn Kochi
Located in the cosmopolitan city of Cochin, known as the industrial capital of Kerala, Holiday Inn Cochin is a recent addition in this bustling commercial port.Conveniently located on the NH Bypass at a distance of 5 kms from Kakkanad,commercial plac
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Indeco Hotels Swamimalai Swamimalai
INDeco Hotels Swamimalai is located in Thimmakudy Village in Kumbakonam. Kumbakonam is known for beautiful temples and natural beauty. Places like Sarangapani temple, Thenupuriswarar Temple and Adi Kumbeswarar Temple must be visited as well. Swamimal
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Fortune Pandiyan Hotel Madurai
Hotel Fortune Pandiyan is half a kilometer from the Meenakshi Temple and 9.7 km from the Madurai Airport Terminal.
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Sangam Hotel Tiruchirappalli
Sangam Hotels Trichy also hosts a significant number of stop over visitors on their way to Madurai, Thanjavur, Chennai and other cities due to its central location and accessibility to Trichy airport (5 kilometers) and railway station (1 kilometer)
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The Pride Chennai
Pride Hotel is located at the prime location of Poonamallee
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The Residency Towers Puducherry Pondicherry
On a street lined with shops, this upmarket hotel is 2 km from both Puducherry Beach and the Puducherry Museum. It's a 15-minute walk from Puducherry train station.
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Marari Beach Resort Mararikulam
Marari Beach Resort is set in a superb location of 25 acres of coconut palm
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Spice Village Periyar
Spice Village is a resort located in Kumily, a small settlement
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Fragrant Nature Munnar Munnar
Fragrant Nature—a luxury hotel with the finest vantage views of the verdant mountains—is situated in a choice location of Munnar. Tata Tea Museum and St. Thomas Marthoma are within 10 kilometer. Fragrant Nature Munnar is styled similar t
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Crowne Plaza Kochi
Located on the NH 47 Bypass with easy access to the airport, CBD, Kakkanad Infopark, Fort Kochi, and scenic backwaters and beaches to the south.
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The Leela Palace Chennai
The Leela Palace is located near Chennai's central business district and in close proximity to tourist sites. Anna International Airport and Kamaraj Domestic Airport are 16 kilometers away from the hotel.
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Indeco Hotels Swamimalai Swamimalai
INDeco Hotels Swamimalai is located in Thimmakudy Village in Kumbakonam. Kumbakonam is known for beautiful temples and natural beauty. Places like Sarangapani temple, Thenupuriswarar Temple and Adi Kumbeswarar Temple must be visited as well. Swamimal
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The Gateway Hotel Pasumalai Madurai
The Gateway Hotel Pasumalai is located in Madurai making it
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Sangam Hotel Tiruchirappalli
Sangam Hotels Trichy also hosts a significant number of stop over visitors on their way to Madurai, Thanjavur, Chennai and other cities due to its central location and accessibility to Trichy airport (5 kilometers) and railway station (1 kilometer)
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PALAIS DE MAHE Pondicherry
Palais de Mahe lies close to the sea side promenade, barely 50 metres from the cool breezes and gentle rumblings of the Bay of Bengal.
Call 0800 408 8009 to enquire about this holidayWhat's Included?
- Return International flights from UK.
- All Airport and train transfers as specified by a chauffeur driven car inclusive of representative assistance.
- Accommodation as specified in the itinerary.
- Meals, Bed & Breakfast at all places.
- Jungle Safari as per individual parks regulations.
- Services of a local agent in all major cities and an English speaking guide during sightseeing as specified inclusive of entry fee to the monuments.
- All applicable taxes and service charges.
What's not Included?
- Visa fees.
- Travel insurance.
- Personal Expenses such as laundry, telephones calls, hard & soft drinks, meals other then specified, beverages and mineral water etc
- Camera fee, Still and video camera fee at monuments and game parks.
- Tips anywhere to drivers, porters, bellboys, guides & waiters etc.
- Any car arrangements on free days / days at leisure.
- Any items not mentioned in the itinerary and inclusions.
Additional Information
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