Southern Pilgrimage
Trip Name: Southern Pilgrimage
Duration: 18 days
Destination Covered: Chennai- Kanchipuram- Mahabalipuram- Pondicherry-
Velankanni- Thanjavur- Tiruchirappali- Madurai- Periyar- Kovalam- Allepey-
Cochin- Munnar- Ooty- Mysore- Hassan- Bangalore- Chennai 
Itinerary
Day 01: Arrive Chennai
Hotel check-in 12.00 noon. Assistance on arrival by our Representative and transfer to your hotel. In the afternoon enjoy a tour of Chennai visiting Fort St. George and the Marina Beach.
Day 02: Chennai/Kanchipuram/Mahabalipuram
This morning we visit Kanchipuram, famous for its brilliant Kanjivaram silk sarees. Continue onto Mahabalipuram. Later visit the famous rock-cut and shore temples.
Day 03: Mahabalipuram/Pondicherry
We leave for the old Portuguese township of Pondicherry. Visit the Aurobindo Ashram and other sights before checking in at the hotel. In the afternoon take an excursion to Auroville, a powerful happening of international integration.
Day 04: Pondicherry/Velankanni
Leave for the shrine of Our Lady at Velankanni, which like Lourdes in France is renowned for miraculous healing. Visit the inspiring Basilica of Our Lady of Good Health. In the evening you may wish to recite the Rosary as our lady is carried in procession around her Basilica.
Day 05: Velankanni/Thanjavur
This morning we leave for Thanjavur. In the afternoon, visit the Temple and Museum (subject to being open).
Day 06: Thanjavur/Tiruchirappalli/Madurai
Leave for Tiruchirappalli and visit the Temple and Rock Fort. Continue onto Madurai.
Day 07: Madurai
This morning you will visit the famous Shree Meenakshi temple. The afternoon is free for independent activities.
Day 08: Madurai/Periyar
This morning we drive to Periyar. Enjoy a visit to the Periyar wild life Sanctuary in a boat on the Periyar Lake.
Day 09: Periyar/Kovalam
Ayurvedic Beach Resort (South of Kovalam) this morning we leave for south of Kovalam, on the shores of the Arabia Sea.
Day 10: Kovalam (Exc. Cape Comorin)
Ayurvedic Beach Resort - Cape Comorin Excursion - Early this morning take an excursion to Cape Comorin, confluence of the three great oceans - the Indian Ocean, Bay of Bengal and the Arabian Sea to witness the sunrise. The Ayurvedic Beach Resort surrounded by pristine nature with a lovely beach, has a full-fledged Ayurvedic Centre. Ayurveda, the 3000 year old Indian system of medicine prescribes time tested and trusted methods to improve your physical and mental activity irrespective of the age group. It is the only system of medicine in the world that has methods to totally rejuvenate the body and mind. Day at leisure on the beach and time to benefit from the ancient herbal treatment of Ayurveda on your own.
Day 11: Kovalam/Alleppy/Cochin
Depart for Cochin. Enroute enjoy a cruise on the emerald palm fringed backwaters of Kerala. In the afternoon we visit the Jewish Synagogue, St Francis Church, the Dutch Cemeter and the Chinese Fishing Nets.
Day 12: Cochin/Munnar
This morning drive up through groves of jackfruit trees, pineapple plantations and churches with beautiful facades to the hill station of Munnar set in the heart of the Western Ghats. Evening at leisure.
Day 13: Munnar/Ooty
In the morning we drive up to Ooty, (2268 meters) "Queen of Hill Stations", which still has the lingering flavor of the British Raj.
Day 14: Ooty/Mysore
This morning we visit the Botanical Gardens, the Ooty Lake and take an excursion to Doddabatta. In the afternoon we drive down to Mysore.
Day 15: Mysore/Hassan
Mysore is one of the finest cities of South India with tree-lined boulevards, beautiful gardens and stately buildings. Visit also the Mysore Palace. In the afternoon drive to Hassan.
Day 16: Hassan/Bangalore
This morning we will venture out to see some of the most strikingly beautiful temple sculptures of India. Visit the Hoysala temples at Belur and Halebid. In the afternoon drive to Bangalore, and check in to your hotel on arrival.
Day 17: Bangalore/Chennai
This morning enjoy a tour of Bangalore city. In the afternoon board the super-fast train to Chennai.
Day 18: Chennai/Departure
Morning at leisure. Hotel checkout is 12.00 noon. Late evening transfer the airport in time to board your onward flight to depart India. Bon Voyage!
Cost Includes & Excludes
Cost Includes
- Accommodation on twin sharing basis with daily buffet breakfast.
- Transportation by Air-Conditioned Vehicle
- Sightseeing as per package details.
- Entrances Fees at Monuments (Except in the museum visit and camera fee)
- Service of Local English Speaking Guide
- All Applicable Taxes including 4.08 % Service Tax
Cost Excludes
- Meals at hotels except those listed in above inclusions.
- Entrance fees to the museums and camera fee.
- Expenses of personal nature such as tipping, porters, laundry, telephones, etc.
- Inland / International flights any
- All other than those listed in above inclusions
- Price excludes any supplement for Christmas & New Year Eve
Note: Hotels are subject to availability, please note that due to peak season starting from Oct onwards, most of hotels in 4- 5category are already fully booked for many dates starting from october, Once you finalise the booking, we shall start booking the hotels. It may be possible that we may have to go for a higher / lower category of hotels/ rooms in any place & we shall advice you of any supplement / reduction in the price.
