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Chennai to Cochin Temple, Beach & Backwater Overland Tour

14 days

Easy

Experience the vibrant tapestry of South India on our "Chennai to Cochin Temple, Beach & Backwater Overland Tour." Embark on a cultural odyssey starting in Chennai, where ancient temples and colonial forts narrate tales of history. Traverse through Kanchipuram's thousand temples to Mahabalipuram's monolithic wonders, each etched with Pallava grandeur. Journey onward to the spiritual enclave of Pondicherry, with its serene Auroville and French colonial charm. Explore the architectural marvels of Chidambaram and Thanjore, steeped in Chola heritage. Traverse through Trichy's Rock Fort to Madurai's majestic Meenakshi Temple. Witness Rameshwaram's sacred sands and Kanyakumari's breathtaking sunset. Relax amidst Kovalam's coastal allure and glide along Alleppey's enchanting backwaters. Conclude your sojourn in Cochin, adorned with Dutch palaces and Kathakali dances. Let each day unfold new wonders, leaving memories etched in your heart.
What's included?
  • Food & drinks
Breakfast
Dinner
Lunch
Assistance on arrival at the airport.
13 Nights' accommodation (if option selected) in selected price category hotels.
Private AC car/van for airport transfers, sightseeing, and excursions as per the program.
English speaking tour guide on sightseeing days (local guide in each city), as per the program
Monument entrances and activity charges mentioned in the itinerary.
Bottled drinking water in the car.
Government taxes.
Exclusions
    Any flight ticket.
    Camera charges at monuments if any.
    Meals other than mentioned in inclusions.
    Expenses of personal nature like liquor, laundry, tips, telephone, fax, internet, etc.
    Gratuities and optional activities.
    Anything not mentioned in the inclusions.
    Please note
    • Infant seats available
    • Public transportation nearby
    • Stroller / pram accessible
    • Infants must not sit on laps
    • Not suitable for pets
    • Not wheelchair accessible
    • Hotels used or similar Chennai x 1 nights 3* - Raj Park/ MGM East Woods 4* - The Raintree/ Accord Metropolitan 5* - ITC Grand Chola/ The Leela Palace Mahabalipuram x 1 nights 3* - INDeco Hotels/ Mamalla Beach Resort 4* - Ideal Beach Resort/ Confluence The Banquet & Resort 5* - Radisson BLU Resort Temple Bay/ Fisherman's Cove Pondicherry x 1 nights 3* - Shenbaga Hotel/ Annamalai International 4* - Le Pondy/ The Windflower Resort & Spa 5* - Palais De Mahe/ La Villa Thnjore x 1 nights 3* - Grand Gardenia/ Oriental Towers 4* - Sangam Hotels/ Ideal River View Resort 5* - Svatma Trichy x 1 nights 3* - Red Fox Hotel/ Grand Gardenia 4*/5* - Sangam Hotels Madurai x 1 nights 3* - Astoria by Sparsa/ Madurai’s Residency 4* - GRT Regency/ Fortune Pandiyan Hotel 5* - Courtyard by Marriott/ The Gateway Hotel Pasumalai Rameshwaram x 1 nights 3*/4* - Daiwik Hotel 5* - Hyatt Place Rameswaram Kanyakumari x 1 nights 3* - Sea Shore/ Hotel Seaface 4* - Sea Shore/ Hotel Seaface 5* - Anantya Resorts/ Annai Resorts and Spa Kovalam x 3 nights 3* - Harmonia Beach Resort/ Sagara Beach Resort 4* - Estuary Island Resort/Uday Samudra Leisure Beach Hotel 5* - Vivanta by Taj - Green Cove/ The Leela Kovalam Beach Alleppey x 1 nights 3* - ATDC Houseboat/ Dream Boats 4* - ATDC Houseboat/ Dream Boats 5* - Xandari Riverscapes/ Lakes & Lagoons/ Spice Route Premium Cochin x 1 nights 3* - The Dune Hotel/ Abad Plaza 4* - Casino Hotel/ The Avenue Regent 5* - Xandari Harbour/ Le Meridien
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