Highlights of South India
Explore South India’s temple marvels Mahabalipuram and Brihadisvara, colonial Kochi, Kerala backwater houseboat stay, and relaxing beaches in serene destinations
Highlights
- The most beautiful temple complexes in South India, including the coastal temple in Mahabalipuram and Brihadisvara in Thanjavur (UNESCO World Heritage Site)
- colonial flair in Kochi
- Boat trip & overnight stay on a houseboat in the backwaters of Kerala
- Relaxation on the beach of Mahabalipuram & in Mararikulam at the end of the trip
What makes we special
- Insider tip Chettinad: stately homes & traditional cuisine
- Participation in an evening ceremony at Meenakshi Temple
- spiritual experience in an ashram
- Boat trip on the Periyar Reservoir for wildlife viewing
- Visit to a silk weaving mill & a stonemason's workshop
Itinerary & Accommodations
Arrival and transfer to Mahabalipuram. Visit Shore Temple, Pancha Rathas, and ancient rock carvings.
Overnight: Mahabalipuram | Meals: Breakfast
Explore Krishna’s Butter Ball, Arjuna’s Penance, Five Rathas, and beachside heritage.
Overnight: Mahabalipuram | Meals: Breakfast
Drive to Puducherry. Visit Auroville, Promenade Beach, and French Quarter.
Overnight: Puducherry | Meals: Breakfast
160 km | 3 hrs
Free day to relax or explore cafes and beaches.
Overnight: Puducherry | Meals: Breakfast
Visit Paradise Beach, Aurobindo Ashram, and colonial streets.
Overnight: Puducherry | Meals: Breakfast
Stop at Trichy Rock Fort & Ranganathaswamy Temple. Continue to Brihadeeswarar Temple.
Overnight: Thanjavur | Meals: Breakfast
Explore Chettinad mansions, heritage homes, and culture.
Overnight: Chettinad | Meals: Breakfast
Evening visit to Meenakshi Temple and rituals.
Overnight: Madurai | Meals: Breakfast
Boat safari in Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary.
Overnight: Periyar | Meals: Breakfast
Visit Jewish Synagogue, Chinese Fishing Nets, and Fort Kochi.
Overnight: Kochi | Meals: Breakfast
Overnight cruise through Kerala backwaters.
Overnight: Houseboat | Meals: Breakfast & Dinner
Overnight: Kochi | Meals: Breakfast
Drive to Kovalam Beach and relax.
Overnight: Kovalam | Meals: Breakfast
Beach relaxation and Ayurvedic treatment.
Overnight: Kovalam | Meals: Breakfast
Tour ends after breakfast.
Overnight: Kovalam | Meals: Breakfast
Including:
- Local city guide or professional tour guide — available in any language you prefer.
- Transport in air-conditioned vehicles
- 14 nights in a double room (DZ) with bath or shower/WC, some with air conditioning and pool
- Daily breakfast, 1 lunch, 3 dinners
- Entrance fees and national park fees
- Discover traditional craftsmanship at a silk weaving workshop and stonemasons’ workshops
- Visit to the Sri Aurobindo Ashram
- Sample the spicy flavors of Chettinad cuisine
- Attend an evening ceremony at the Sri Meenakshi Temple
- Boat trips on the Periyar Reservoir and through the backwaters
- Overnight stay on a houseboat in the backwaters
- German-speaking, local tour guide
Include
- 3★ hotel stays with daily breakfast
- All transfers & sightseeing (private)
- Car · Bus · Train · Tuk-Tuk as per plan
- Professional Tour Guide (in guided option)
- Entrance fees are included in the package.
Not Include
- International flights (e.g., Delhi ⇄ Germany, or other countries)
- Personal expenses
- Visa and passport charges are not included in the package.
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