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CLASSIC SOUTH (14 NIGHTS - 15 DAYS)
CHENNAI - MAHABALIPURAM - PONDICHERRY - CHETTINADU - MADURAI - THEKKADY - KUMARAKOM - HOUSEBOAT - MARARIKULAM - COCHIN
South India Tour Package with CGH Earth Hotels
Embark on an enchanting journey through the heart of South India staying at CGH earth Hotels, where history, culture, and natural beauty converge to create an unforgettable experience. Our South India tour will lead you through a captivating itinerary, beginning in the bustling city of Chennai and guiding you to the serene shores of Mahabalipuram, the tranquil streets of Pondicherry, the opulent heritage of Chettinadu, the spiritual aura of Madurai, the wilderness of Thekkady, the idyllic backwaters of Kumarakom, a delightful houseboat cruise, the pristine beaches of Mararikulam, and the vibrant city of Cochin. Get ready to immerse yourself in the rich tapestry of South India's diverse landscapes and traditions on this remarkable journey.
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Fort St. George
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| Day 01 : CHENNAI |
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Arrive Chennai and transfer to Hotel. Visit the Fort St. George, built by the East India Company in 1653 and St Mary's Church, the first English church in India. Over night stay at GRT Grand |
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Mahabalipuram
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| Day 02 : CHENNAI - MAHABALIPURAM |
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Morning after breakfast drive to Mahabalipuram. Visit Arjuna’s Penance, Five Rathas and Shore Temple. Over night stay at Ideal Beach Resort |
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Mahabalipuram
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| Day 03 : MAHABALIPURAM |
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Pondichery Morning after breakfast drive to Pondichery. Raj Nivas, the former palace of Dupleix now the residence of Pudhucherry's Lieutenant Governor, Overnight stay at the Hotel. |
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Pondicherry
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| Day 04 : PONDICHERY |
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Morning after breakfast vist Botanical Gardens, Chunnambar boat house, Bharathi Park, Museum, Romain Rolland Library, Botanical Garden, Anglo-French textile mills, the 400-year old banyan tree at Keezhoor, and the coastal town of Marakanam that was a major port in the 1st Century AD, are all worth the visit. Overnight stay at the Maison Perumal |
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Pool - Visalam
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| Day 05 : PONDICHERY - KARAIKUDI (CHETTINADU) |
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Today we drive to the heritage town of Karaikudi, famous for its palatial limestone houses and its distinctive cuisine. The Journey takes us via the superbly ornate Bridhadeswara Temple in Thanjavur, one of india’s most prized architectural site. Part of the UNESCO World Heritage site “Great Living Chola Temples” the granite temple dates back to the early years of the 11th century and boasts an impressive list of statistics. its 66 metre high temple tower is amongst the tallest of its kind anywhere in the world, whilst the Kumbam (the apex at the top of the temple) is carved from a single stone and weighs in at a weighty 80 tons. Overnight at Chettinadu Vilasam |
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Chettinadu
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| Day 06 : IN AND AROUND CHETTINADU |
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Surrounded by traditional villages this region was once the homeland of the Nattukottai Chettiars, a prosperous banking and business community who left their stamp on the region in the form of a number of substantial mansions that still dot the landscape. We pay a visit to some of these 18th century palaces today, sumptuous creations in Italian marble and Burmese teak that were inspired by the grand houses of Europe. we also take time to explore a little of the traditional industry of the area, stopping to visit some Chettinadu hand –looms and take a tour of the Aathangudi tile factory, whose beautiful designs and colours still hark back to a bygone age. Overnight at Chettinadu Visalam |
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Madurai Meenakshi Temple
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| Day 07 : CHETTINADU – MADURAI |
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Morning after breakfast drive to Madurai and visit Azhagar Temple, Pazhamudir Cholai (Hills) Thirupparankundaram, Thirumalai Naicker Palace, Mariamman Temple, Gandhi Museum, Meenakshi Temple. Over night stay at Heritage Madurai. |
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Thekkady
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| Day 08 : MADURAI - THEKKADY |
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Today morning after Breakfast drive to Thekkady the famous wildlife sanctuary of South India, home to nomadic tribes of wild elephant, boar, deer, the great Indian tiger and more. On arrival check in to the hotel. Overnight at Spice Village |
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Thekkady
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| Day 09 : THEKKADY |
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Today morning after breakfast go to see the rare species of plants and animals. Afternoon Visit spice plantations like cardamom, cinnamon, pepper, coffee, tea estates etc. On your way back to the hotel, you could stop at the local market and pick up some fragrant spices. Overnight at Spice Village |
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Kumarakom
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| Day 10 : THEKKADY – KUMARAKOM |
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Morning drive to Kumarakom. On arrival check-into a beautiful backwater resort. Enjoy back water games like fishing, boating, sunset cruise etc {Optional}. Relax and overnight stay at Coconut Lagoon |
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Houseboat
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| Day 11 : KUMARAKOM - ALLEPPEY |
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Today morning after breakfast drive to Alleppey, Water locked place is endowed with immense natural beauty and array of rivers, canals and lakes ideal for boat cruise. On arrival check in to a traditional Kerala Style Houseboat and Cruise through the backwaters is the fabulous way to explore the fascinating beauty of the backwaters. Stay overnight in the Houseboat |
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Marari
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| Day 12 : ALLEPPEY - MARARI |
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Today morning after breakfast drive to Marari Beach Resort. Rest of the day free to relax in the beach and overnight in the Marari Beach Resort. |
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Marari
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| Day 13 : MARARI |
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Day free to relax in the beach and overnight in the Marari Beach Resort. |
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Marari
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| Day 14 : MARARI - COCHIN |
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Morning after breakfast sightseeing of Cochin. Here you can see the St Francis Church, the oldest Church in India, 500 year old Portuguese Houses, Cantilevered Chinese fishing nets, 16th century Synagogue, Jew Town and Mattancherry Palace, built by Portuguese, this Palace contains some of India’s most beautiful murals. Evening go for shopping. Overnight at Eighth Bastion |
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| Day 15 : DEPARTURE |
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Morning after breakfast transfer with our representative to Cochin airport / railway station for your flight back home |
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Tour Cost for Two Persons in INR |
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| VALIDITY |
PRICE (INR) |
PRICE (€) |
| 01 Apr 2024 - 30 Sep 2024 |
2,83,000 |
3,255 |
| 01 Oct 2024 - 15 Dec 2024 |
2,18,000 |
2,505 |
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| TOUR PACKAGE INCLUDES |
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Accommodation with breakfast in a double room at listed hotels
Introduction to Spices at Thekkady
Eco activities at Thekkady
Yoga at Thekkady
Sunset Cruise at Kumarakom
Indian Music and Yoga at Kumarakom
Birding at Kumarakom
Yoga & Meditation at Mararikulam
Village walk at Mararikulam
Bicycles to ride at Mararikulam
Butterfly garden visit at Mararikulam
Interative Cooking Class at Mararikulam
Transportation by AC car (Innova) as per itinerary
All applicable taxes (including service tax) |
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| TOUR PACKAGE DOES NOT INCLUDE |
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Lunch and dinner except those listed in above inclusions
Guide charges if any
Camera fees
Expenses of personal nature such as laundry, telephones, etc.
International / inland flight charges
All other than those listed in above inclusions
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The Travel Planners |
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