Duration: 12 Days / 11 Nights
Destinations Covered:Chennai - Mahabalipuram - Madurai - Periyar - Kumarakom - Houseboat - Cochin

Day 1: Arrival in Chennai
In the evening, arrive at the airport in Chennai. Our associate will escort you to the hotel. Check in upon arrival and relax for the day. Overnight stay at the hotel in Chennai.

Day 2: Sightseeing in Chennai


Highlight:Historical Monuments and Dravidian Temples
After breakfast at the hotel, proceed for a full day sightseeing tour of the 'gateway to South India'. Visit the major tourist attractions and return to the hotel for overnight stay in Chennai.

Day 3: Chennai - Mahabalipuram


Highlight:Temples of Kanchipuram
After breakfast at the hotel, drive to Mahabalipuram. En route, visit Kanchipuram famous for its silk and temples. On arrival in Mahabalipuram, check into the hotel and relax for the day. Return to the hotel for overnight stay in Mahabalipuram.

Day 4: Sightseeing in Mahabalipuram


Highlight:Shore Temple of Mahabalipuram
After breakfast at the hotel, go on a tour of the ancient temple city. Visit the shore temple, Five Rathas (chariots) and the beach. Return to the hotel for overnight stay in Mahabalipuram.

Day 5: Mahabalipuram - Madurai


Highlight: Scenic Drive
After breakfast at the hotel, drive to Madurai famous for its temples and cuisines. On arrival, check in at the hotel. The day is free for you to enjoy at leisure. Return to the hotel for overnight stay in Madurai.

Day 6: Madurai - Periyar


Highlight: Meenakshi Temples in Madurai
After breakfast at the hotel, take a tour of Madurai. Visit the stunning Meenakshi Temple. Later in the day, drive to Periyar National Park, Thekkady. On arrival, check in at the wildlife resort. The day is free for you to enjoy at leisure. Return to the resort for overnight stay in Periyar.

Day 7: Periyar


Highlight: Boat Safari on Periyar Lake
After breakfast at the hotel, go on a boat safari on the Periyar Lake. Enjoy a full day of game-viewing and return to the resort for overnight stay in Periyar.

Day 8: Periyar - Kumarakom


Highlight: Scenic Drive
After breakfast at the hotel, drive to Kumarakom, Kerala. On arrival, check in at the beach resort and enjoy the day at leisure. Visit the Kumarakom Bird Sanctuary and take an evening cruise on the backwaters. Return to the hotel for overnight stay in Madurai.

Day 9: Kumarakom - Houseboat - Alapuzzha


Highlight: Backwaters of Kerala
After breakfast at the hotel, go on a backwater cruise to Alapuzzha aboard Kettuvallam: traditional houseboat typical to the backwaters of Kerala. The day is free for you to enjoy at leisure the sights, sounds and smells of the coast. Overnight stay aboard the houseboat.

Day 10: Alapuzzha - Cochin
After breakfast aboard the houseboat, arrive in Alapuzzha famous for its spectacular backwaters. Enjoy a brief tour of the town and drive to Cochin. On arrival, check in at the hotel and relax for the day. Overnight stay in Cochin.

Day 11: Cochin


Highlight: Sightseeing in Cochin
After breakfast at the hotel, go on a city sightseeing tour of Cochin. Visit natural harbor, Mattancherry or Dutch Palace, Jewish Synagogue and Chinese Fishing Nets. Overnight stay at the hotel in Cochin.

Day 12: Departure from Cochin
After breakfast at the hotel, transfer to the airport for a flight back home or to your onward destination.