Duration: 14 Days / 13 Nights
Destinations Covered: Chennai - Madurai - Periyar - Trivandrum - Kochi - Bangalore - Mysore - Chennai

Day 1: Arrival in Chennai
Begin your 14-day South India Tour, arranged by A India Tour, from Chennai. Arrive at the Chennai Airport from where our representative will escort you to the hotel. After a traditional Indian welcome at the reception, check into your room. Refresh and have dinner. Overnight stay at the hotel in Chennai.

Day 2: Chennai


Highlight: Excursions to Mahabalipuram and Kanchipuram
Today you will go on a full day excursion to the temple towns of Mahabalipuram and Kanchipuram. Visit the ancient caves, the Shore Temple, Arjuna's Penance, and Krishna Mandapam at Mahabalipuram and Ekambaswara, Kailasanatha, Sri Kamakshi and Varadarajaswamy Temples, and silk and textile outlets at Kanchipuram. Return to the hotel for dinner and overnight stay in Chennai.

Day 3: Chennai - Madurai


Highlight: Sightseeing in Chennai
Today you will explore the cultural and historical heritage of Chennai on a half day sightseeing tour. Visit Art and Bronze Gallery, Flower and Fruit market, High court, Fort, Santhome Cathedral, Snake Park and Marina Beach. Return to the hotel to check out and transfer to the railway station. Board the train to Madurai. Dinner and overnight stay aboard the train.

Day 4: Madurai


Highlight: Sightseeing in Madurai
Today you will arrive at the Madurai station, transfer to the hotel and check into your room. After refreshments, proceed for a half day sightseeing tour of the city. Visit the Meenakshi Temple, Tirumala Nayak Palace, Alagar Hills and Tirupara Kundran Rock Temple. The rest of the evening if free for you to spend at leisure. Return to the hotel for an overnight stay at the hotel in Madurai.

Day 5: Madurai - Periyar


Highlight: Boat Safari on the Periyar Lake
Today you will drive to Periyar. On arrival in the National Park famous for its reserves of elephants, tigers and sandalwood, check in at the hotel and refresh. Later, take a boat cruise on the Periyar Lake followed by a walk to the spice plantations. Return to the hotel for dinner and overnight stay in Periyar.

Day 6: Periyar - Trivandrum


Highlight: Scenic Drive through the Kerala Countryside
Today you will drive to Trivandrum, capital of Kerala since ancient times. En route enjoy the refreshing pastel hues captured in the backwaters, coconut groves and wildlife. On arrival in the city, check in at the hotel, refresh, and enjoy dinner on your overnight stay in Trivandrum.

Day 7: Trivandrum


Highlight: Excursion to Cape Comorin and Kovalam
Today you explore the ancient capital on foot. Later in the day, proceed on an excursion to the southern tip of Indian mainland - Cape Comorin (Kanyakumari). Return to the world-famous Kovalam Beach and enjoy a plethora of beach and water activities. Return to the hotel for dinner and overnight stay in Trivandrum.

Day 8: Trivandrum - Kochi


Highlight: Scenic Drive to Kochi
Today you will drive to Kochi via quaint backwater villages, spice and tea plantations. On arrival in Kochi, check in at the hotel for dinner and overnight stay.

Day 9: Kochi - Bangalore


Highlight: Sightseeing in Kochi
Today you will explore the grandeur of Kochi's colonial past on a full day sightseeing tour. Visit Fort Kochi, St Francis Church, oldest Synagogue, Jew Town, Buildings from the Dutch, Portuguese and English era, Chinese fishing nets, Kochi Harbor, the splendid beaches of Vypeen Island. Later in the day, transfer to railway station and catch the train to Bangalore. Dinner and overnight stay aboard the train.

Day 10: Bangalore


Highlight: Sightseeing in the 'City of Gardens'
Today you will move on a half day sightseeing tour. Visit Lal Bagh botanical garden, Maharaja's Palace, Government buildings, and technology parks. The evening is free for you to explore the nightclubs, pubs and cafes that make Bangalore a trendsetter. Return to the hotel for dinner and overnight stay in Bangalore.

Day 11: Bangalore - Mysore


Highlight: Leisure Activities
Today you will drive to Mysore and enjoy the refreshing views of the countryside en route. On arrival, move to the hotel, check in and relax. The rest of the day is free for you to enjoy at leisure. Dinner and overnight stay at the hotel in Mysore.

Day 12: Mysore


Highlight: Sightseeing in Mysore
Today you will explore the majestic past of this erstwhile princely state of India on a half day sightseeing tour. Visit Mysore Palace, Chamundeswari Temple, and sandalwood and jasmines markets. The evening is free for you to enjoy at leisure, whether shopping or indulging in other recreational activities offered at the hotel. Return to the hotel for dinner and overnight stay in Mysore.

Day 13: Mysore - Chennai


Highlight: Leisure Activities
Transfer to the airport for a short flight back to Chennai after a leisurely morning at the hotel in Mysore. On arrival in Chennai, transfer to the hotel and check into your room. The day is free for you to spend on recreational activities available in and outside the hotel. Return to the hotel for dinner and overnight stay in Chennai.

Day 14: Departure from Chennai
To end your South India Tour, transfer to the airport for a flight back home or to your onward destination.