16 days · Private planningSouth India Tours
South India Discovery
Bengaluru → Mysuru → Chennai → Tanjore → Madurai → Thekkady → Munnar → Kochi → AlleppeyA broad southern journey with a rewarding change of pace.
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12 days · Suggested private journey
Tamil Nadu & Kerala Essence
Temple architecture and a beautifully green finish.
✓ Private journey✓ Flexible hotel choices✓ Personalised quotation
Your journey, thoughtfully connected
Temple architecture and a beautifully green finish.
Begin on Tamil Nadu’s cultural side, explore Tanjore and Madurai, then cross into Kerala for spice country, tea hills and the coast. Temple visits will be planned around current access conditions. Extend the final chapter if you want more time on the backwaters.
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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Explore selected cultural sights
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Explore major temple architecture
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Explore the Meenakshi temple area with local guidance
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Discuss a Periyar-area nature activity
A route to inspire you
Your suggested itinerary
Day 01
Welcome to Chennai
Begin your journey in Chennai. 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: ChennaiDay 02
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 03
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 04
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 05
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 06
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 07
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 08
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 09
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 10
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 11
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 12
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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