11 Days South India Tour From Mumbai

Package Overview

South India Museum Architecture Tour, a package of 10 nights and 11 days, offers you a chance to explore the extremely well-known temples as well as museums of the southern region of the country.

During the tour, you visit destinations like Madurai, Chettinad, Trichy, Tanjore, Mahabalipuram, Kanchipuram and Chennai. The itinerary also includes sightseeing in Mumbai. You explore the ancient temples of South India that are popular as architectural marvels. Read On…

Trip Highlights
Guided tours to the Elephanta caves and Victoria Terminus, UNESCO World Heritage Site and Prince of Wales Museum, Mumbai
Visit the well-known the Meenakshi Amman Temple, Madurai for Darshan
Explore Chettinad Palace in Chettinad
Visit the Rock Fort, a major tourist attraction in Trichy
Visit the Brihadeeswarar Temple for Darshan, Tanjore
Explore Sri Aurbindo Ashram and Auroville in Pondicherry
Visit to Mahabalipuram's temples including the Shore temple
Visit to Kapaleeswarar Temple and the National Art Gallery during Chennai sightseeing

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Day wise Itinerary

• Day 1 : Arrival in Mumbai

  On reaching Mumbai airport, meet an IHPL representative who helps you with an assisted transfer to your pre-booked hotel. The rest of the day is free for leisure activities- interact with the locals, gorge on street-food, indulge in fun activities at the beach, visit the city’s popular markets etc. Overnight in Mumbai.

  • Themes : Sightseeing

• Day 2 : Mumbai

  After an early morning breakfast, all of day 2 is for a city tour of Mumbai. The first visit of the day is to the Elephanta caves, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. These rock-cut caves were carved between 5th and 8th century.
  
  Later, back to the city to visit the other attractions including the Prince of Wales Museum, Hanging Gardens- also known as Ferozeshah Mehta Garden, Victoria Terminus- a UNESCO World Heritage Site that is now known as Chhatrapati Shivaji Terminus, High Court and Mahalaxmi Temple. Overnight stay in hotel.

  • Hotspots : Victoria Terminus, Mahalaxmi Temple, Elephanta Caves, Hanging Garden
  • Themes : Caving

• Day 3 : Mumbai - Madurai

  On day 3, after breakfast, the morning is free to relax. Later, get on-time transfer to the airport to board a flight to Madurai. On arrival, complete the check-in formalities at your hotel.
  
  The rest of the day is free for leisure activities such as interacting with the locals, relishing the local renditions, exploring the nearby surroundings on- foot, visiting the market. Stay overnight.

  • Themes : Sightseeing

• Day 4 : Madurai

  Have an early morning breakfast on the 4th day of the tour and proceed for sightseeing trips. Visit the well-known temples and other attractions including the Meenakshi Amman Temple-located on the southern bank of river Vaigai, it is dedicated to Goddess Parvati known as Meenakshi and her consort, Lord Shiva, known as Sundareswarar, Vandiyur Mariamman Teppakulam (Great Tank), and the Palace of Thirumalai Nayak- a classic fusion of Dravidian, Islamic styles, it was erected during the 17th century. Overnight stay in Madurai.

  • Themes : Sightseeing

• Day 5 : Madurai - Chettinad - Madurai

  On the 5th day of the tour, enjoy an excursion to Chettinad - the land of Heritage and Devotion. Known for its artistic houses, Chettinad is located in the Sivaganga District of Tamil Nadu.
  
  On reaching, check-in your hotel. Spend the afternoon exploring the Chettinad Palace- an architectural heritage that is well-known for its beautiful mansions and other monuments around. Do not miss to taste the sumptuous delicacies of Chettinad cuisine. Return to Madurai hotel for night stay.

  • Themes : Sightseeing

• Day 6 : Madurai - Trichy

  In the morning, post breakfast, hit the road to Trichy also known as Tiruchirapalli. Check –in your hotel upon reaching. Later in the afternoon, indulge in a sightseeing tour of Trichy including the Rock Fort- a fort and temple complex erected on a rock, Sri Ranganathaswamy temple or Tiruvarangam - a temple dedicated to Ranganatha, a reclining form of Lord Vishnu and Jambukeshwara Temple- a dedicated to Lord Shiva, this temple is one of the Pancha Bhootha Lingas and a Jala (water) Linga. Overnight in Trichy.

  • Hotspots : Jambukeshwara Temple
  • Themes : Sightseeing

• Day 7 : Trichy – Tanjore- Pondichery

  Today morning, have your breakfast and drive to Pondicherry via Tanjore (Thanjavur). The erstwhile capital of the Cholas, Tanjore is renowned for its historic temples and exquisite paintings.
  
  Visit the famous Brihadeeswarar Temple that houses a colossal Shiva lingam and a stone sculpture of the Nandi Bull. Check into hotel upon arrival at Pondicherry. If time and energy permit, you can explore the surroundings on-foot. Stay overnight at hotel.

  • Themes : Sightseeing

• Day 8 : Pondichery - Mahabalipuram

  After an early breakfast on day 8, enjoy sightseeing in Pondicherry. Pay a visit to Sri Aurobindo Ashram- a spiritual community established by Sri Aurbindo Ashram and Auroville - an experimental township dedicated to human unity.
  
  Later, drive to Mahabalipuram and check in at a hotel upon arrival. The serene environs evoke a divine feeling and are sure to soothe your mind completely. If you want then you can explore the surroundings on foot. Spend the night at the hotel.

  • Themes : Sightseeing

• Day 9 : Mahabalipuram - Chennai

  On the 9th day of the tour, in the morning, embark on a sightseeing tour of Mahabalipuram and Kanchipuram. At Mahabalipuram, visit the Dravidian-style Shore Temple, the Five Raths, Arjuna's Penance and Tiger Cave.
  
  Once in Kanchipuram, explore the famous Kailasanathar Temple, Ekambareshwarar Temple, Vardarajanperumal Temple and the Saneeswaran Temple. Proceed for Chennai in the evening. Check -in your hotel upon arrival to spend the night.

  • Hotspots : Kailasanathar Temple
  • Themes : Sightseeing

• Day 10 : Chennai

  Enjoy an early breakfast and explore Chennai today. Chennai is a heady mix of historical splendor, natural beauty and modernity. The tourist attractions in Chennai are Fort St. George, St. Thomas Mount, Santhome Cathedral, Kapaleeswarar Temple and the National Art Gallery.
  
  In the evening, attend an exclusive classical dance performance. Retire to the hotel for night stay.

  • Hotspots : Kapaleeswarar Temple, Fort St. George
  • Themes : Sightseeing

• Day 11 : Departure from Chennai

  Your enchanting South India Museum and Architecture Tour ends today. Get on-time transfer to the airport to board a flight for your next destination.

  • Themes : Museums, Sightseeing

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Inclusions

• CP (Room + Breakfast)

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• Mumbai, Maharashtra, India, Asia

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Terms & Conditions

Payment Terms & Methods :
* 20% Advance Percentage of total booking amount

Cancellation & Refund Policy :
* Upon cancellation, refund will be made after deducting the Retention Amount.

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