12 days · Private planningSouth India Tours
Tamil Nadu & Kerala Essence
Chennai → Tanjore → Madurai → Thekkady → Munnar → Kochi → AlleppeyTemple architecture and a beautifully green finish.
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16 days · Suggested private journey
South India Discovery
A broad southern journey with a rewarding change of pace.
✓ Private journey✓ Flexible hotel choices✓ Personalised quotation
Your journey, thoughtfully connected
A broad southern journey with a rewarding change of pace.
Connect Karnataka’s palace heritage with Tamil Nadu’s temple towns and Kerala’s green landscapes. This longer journey is designed for travellers who prefer a deeper introduction to the south. Private arrangements let you refine the balance of culture, driving days and time at leisure.
Suggested route
This is a proposed itinerary, not a guaranteed departure or availability statement. The final route, travel connections and services will be confirmed in your written proposal.
Moments to look forward to
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Settle into India after arrival
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Explore Mysore Palace
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Explore selected cultural sights
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Explore major temple architecture
A route to inspire you
Your suggested itinerary
Day 01
Welcome to Bengaluru
Begin your journey in Bengaluru. We will agree your arrival or meeting arrangements in advance and keep the first day realistic for your travel schedule. Settle into your stay and discuss the days ahead with your local contact.
Suggested overnight: BengaluruDay 02
Bengaluru to Mysuru
Continue from Bengaluru to Mysuru using the transport arrangements agreed in your quotation. Allow the travel day its own space, with sightseeing added only where timings make it comfortable. Depending on timing, your plan can include: Explore Mysore Palace. Alternatively, leave this visit for your next full day.
Suggested overnight: MysuruDay 03
Discover Mysuru
Mysuru combines royal heritage with markets and a more measured city pace. Its palace is a natural centrepiece, but a thoughtful visit also allows time for neighbourhood walks and everyday scenes. It fits well into Karnataka journeys and longer routes towards Kerala or Tamil Nadu. Your planned visits will be selected around opening schedules and the pace you prefer.
Suggested overnight: MysuruDay 04
Mysuru to Chennai
Continue from Mysuru to Chennai using the transport arrangements agreed in your quotation. Allow the travel day its own space, with sightseeing added only where timings make it comfortable. Depending on timing, your plan can include: Explore selected cultural sights. Alternatively, leave this visit for your next full day.
Suggested overnight: ChennaiDay 05
Discover Chennai
Chennai provides a useful gateway to Tamil Nadu’s temple towns, coastal heritage and regional food. A thoughtfully timed arrival day can give you an introduction without overloading the start of a longer journey. Your planned visits will be selected around opening schedules and the pace you prefer.
Suggested overnight: ChennaiDay 06
Chennai to Tanjore
Continue from Chennai to Tanjore using the transport arrangements agreed in your quotation. Allow the travel day its own space, with sightseeing added only where timings make it comfortable. Depending on timing, your plan can include: Explore major temple architecture. Alternatively, leave this visit for your next full day.
Suggested overnight: TanjoreDay 07
Discover Tanjore
Tanjore, also known as Thanjavur, rewards travellers interested in the architectural and artistic traditions of Tamil Nadu. Make room to look closely at temple details and discuss local craft interests with your guide. Your planned visits will be selected around opening schedules and the pace you prefer.
Suggested overnight: TanjoreDay 08
Tanjore to Madurai
Continue from Tanjore to Madurai using the transport arrangements agreed in your quotation. Allow the travel day its own space, with sightseeing added only where timings make it comfortable. Depending on timing, your plan can include: Explore the Meenakshi temple area with local guidance. Alternatively, leave this visit for your next full day.
Suggested overnight: MaduraiDay 09
Discover Madurai
Madurai is an active city whose streets and daily rhythms are closely connected to its temple traditions. A guided introduction helps you understand the setting and current visitor access rules. Build in time to walk, observe and take a break from the heat. Your planned visits will be selected around opening schedules and the pace you prefer.
Suggested overnight: MaduraiDay 10
Madurai to Thekkady
Continue from Madurai to Thekkady using the transport arrangements agreed in your quotation. Allow the travel day its own space, with sightseeing added only where timings make it comfortable. Depending on timing, your plan can include: Discuss a Periyar-area nature activity. Alternatively, leave this visit for your next full day.
Suggested overnight: ThekkadyDay 11
Thekkady to Munnar
Continue from Thekkady to Munnar using the transport arrangements agreed in your quotation. Allow the travel day its own space, with sightseeing added only where timings make it comfortable. Depending on timing, your plan can include: Enjoy tea-country views and scenic stops. Alternatively, leave this visit for your next full day.
Suggested overnight: MunnarDay 12
Discover Munnar
Munnar’s appeal lies in its green hills and changing light. It is a place for scenic drives, tea-country experiences and quieter time between visits. Mountain roads are part of the journey, so the itinerary should allow comfortable travel time and avoid packing too much into arrival day. Your planned visits will be selected around opening schedules and the pace you prefer.
Suggested overnight: MunnarDay 13
Munnar to Kochi
Continue from Munnar to Kochi using the transport arrangements agreed in your quotation. Allow the travel day its own space, with sightseeing added only where timings make it comfortable. Depending on timing, your plan can include: Walk through Fort Kochi and heritage streets. Alternatively, leave this visit for your next full day.
Suggested overnight: KochiDay 14
Discover Kochi
Kochi is an inviting beginning to Kerala. Historic trading connections show themselves in its architecture, neighbourhoods and food. Explore on foot where practical, pause between visits, and consider an evening performance as an introduction to Kerala’s artistic traditions. Your planned visits will be selected around opening schedules and the pace you prefer.
Suggested overnight: KochiDay 15
Kochi to Alleppey
Continue from Kochi to Alleppey using the transport arrangements agreed in your quotation. Allow the travel day its own space, with sightseeing added only where timings make it comfortable. Depending on timing, your plan can include: Choose between a day cruise and overnight houseboat. Alternatively, leave this visit for your next full day.
Suggested overnight: AlleppeyDay 16
Departure or onward travel
Enjoy any free time that your schedule allows, then continue with your agreed departure arrangements. Travel from Alleppey towards Kochi; the mode of transport and timing will be confirmed in your proposal. If you would like an extra night, we can adapt the route.
Choose your comfort
Stays that suit your style
No specific hotel or room category is guaranteed by this sample itinerary. Your proposal will name the options and explain the applicable availability and booking conditions.
Clear from the beginning
Know what your quote covers
Can be arranged
- Accommodation in the agreed room category
- Private transport for the specified route
- Local sightseeing guides where requested
- Transfers and selected experiences
- Monument or activity tickets if quoted
Check separately
- International and domestic transport
- Visa costs and travel insurance
- Meals beyond those expressly included
- Personal expenses and gratuities
- Optional activities and permit availability
These are planning options, not a promise that every item is included. Your individual quotation is the definitive record of inclusions, exclusions and price.
Your questions, answered
Can I change the number of nights?
Yes. This itinerary is a starting point. Add rest time, remove a stop or extend the journey; we will explain the effect on transport, availability and price.
How is my price calculated?
The quotation depends on your dates, traveller count, hotel and room choices, transport and included services. Use remarks to share an approximate budget if you have one.
Will we have private guides and transport?
Private arrangements can be included as specified in your quote. Driver and sightseeing-guide services are different. Some activities, trains, boats and safari outings may be shared.
Are the activities guaranteed?
No. Opening schedules, permits, weather and availability can affect plans. We will explain the relevant conditions before you confirm.
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