Heritage South India

Duration :16 Nights / 17 Days
Destinations : Chennai - Mahabalipuram - Kanchipuram - Swamimalai - Trichy - Karaikudi - Madurai - Kovalam - Kochi - Thrissur - Wayanad - Mahe - Kozhikode Airport.

Day 01: Chennai - Mahabalipuram
Upon arrival at Chennai Airport, Car Rentals in India representative greets and transfers you to your pre-booked hotel. Dinner and overnight stay will be at the hotel.

Day 02: Excursion to Kanchipuram & Mahabalipuram
Have a very hearty breakfast at the hotel. Take excursion trip to Kanchipuram and Mahabalipuram. Explore historical monuments and ancient temples at Kanchipuram and Mahabalipuram. Visit the rock cut temples, shore temples and historical monuments at Mahabalipuram. Kanchipuram is also known for silk saris. In time return back to hotel at Chennai for dinner and overnight stay.

Day 03: Chennai - Swamimalai
Have a very hearty breakfast at hotel and then drive to Swamimalai en route visiting Chidambaram, Gangaikondacholapuram, Darasuram and Kumbakonam. See the traditional crafts, bronze statue making and exquisite handicrafts, etc. In the evening, see the cultural program. Dinner and overnight stay will be at Swamimalai.

Day 04: Swamimalai - Trichy
After hearty breakfast, visit the Big Temple, heritage monuments, palace & bronze museum. After lunch drive to Trichy. Visit the Rock Fort Temple. Dinner and overnight stay will be at Trichy.

Day 05: Trichy - Karaikudi
Have a very hearty breakfast at the hotel, and then drive to Karaikudi.On arrival, Car Rentals in India representative transfers you to the Bangala - a beautiful 75 year old Chettinad Bungalow - belonging to the Meyyappa Chettiar Family - now a charming & delightful heritage guest house. You will find here excellent warmth and hospitality. Dinner and overnight stay will be at the Bangala - Heritage House.

Day 06: Karaikudi - Madurai
After hearty breakfast at the hotel, drive to Madurai, the capital of Tamil Nadu. On arrival at the temple city of Madurai, Car Rentals in India representative transfers you to the hotel. Freshen up and relax at the hotel. In the afternoon visit the 1000 pillared Meenakshi Temple, the Tirumalai Nayak Palace and the Gandhi Museum. Dinner and overnight stay will be at the hotel.

Day 07: Madurai - Excursion to Rameshwaram
Have a very hearty breakfast at the hotel. Take excursion to Rameshwaram. Rameshwaram is one of the most sacred temple cities in India. It is a holy island hallowed by the sacred Hindu epic Ramayana, where Lord Rama is believed to have visited before going into the battle of Sri Lanka. According to myth Lord Rama made here a sand Lingam. Here you will see Ramanatha Swamy Temple stands close to sea on the eastern side of the island. Here you will also see one of the twelve Jyotirlingam shrines is also well known, for its magnificent corridors and the massive sculptured pillars lining them. Take your lunch at a restaurant. In time return back to Madurai and check into your hotel. Dinner and overnight stay will be at the hotel.

Day 08: Madurai - Kovalam
After hearty breakfast at the hotel, drive to Kovalam en route visiting Padmanabapuram Teak Palace, the only Teak Palace in India. En route also visit Haripad Subramanian Snake Temples which house 500 snake statues. On arrival, you will be accommodated at Travancore Heritage at Chowra Beach near Kovalam. Dinner and overnight will be at the resort.

Day 09: Kovalam
Take your breakfast. Take excursion to Suchindram. Relax at Beach. Dinner and overnight stay will be at Travancore Heritage Resort.

Day 10: Thottapally - Houseboat
Have a very hearty breakfast at the resort. Drive to Thottapally. On arrival, check into your luxurious houseboat pre-booked by Car Rentals in India. Sail through the lush green enchanting backwaters of Kerala. Observe the traditional lifestyle of the Keralites. You will see ancient temples, fishing villages, people trading their crops and coconut plantations as you sail though scenic canals and palm fringed narrow canals. Dinner and overnight will be onboard the houseboat.

Day 11: Kochi
Take your breakfast onboard the houseboat. Disembark the houseboat. Later drive to Kochi. On arrival at Kochi, Car Rentals in India representative transfers you to the hotel. Later, visit the major attractions of Kochi that includes Jewish Synagogue, Dutch Palace, St Francis Church, Spice Market and Chinese Fishing Nets. Dinner and overnight stay will be at the hotel.

Day 12: Kochi - Thrissur
Have a very hearty breakfast at the hotel. Drive to Cheruthuruthi to visit Kathakali and Mohiniattam Dance performance. Visit the local potters and weavers. Dinner and overnight stay will be atCheruthuruthi River Retreat - a heritage hotel - at Thrissur.

Day 13: Thrissur - Wayanad
Drive to Wyanad. Check into Vythiri Resort surrounded by lush green rainforests.This eco-friendly resort provides the visitors with ample opportunities for bird watching, trekking and an elephant ride at the nearby Muthanga Sanctuary. Overnight stay atVythiri Resort.

Day 14: Wayanad
Take sumptuous breakfast at the resort. Visit the nearby tribal village, tribal museum. In the afternoon enjoy trekking to an awe-inspiring ancient cave, offering an insight to the rich Indian civilization. Dinner and overnight stay will be at the resort at Wayanad.

Day 15: Wayanad - Mahe
After hearty breakfast, drive to Mahe. On arrival, Car Rentals in India representative transfers you to a heritage Bungalow. In the afternoon, visit the Fort and Mosque. Dinner and overnight stay will be at the heritage bungalow.

Day 16: Mahe
Have your breakfast. Visit the Kerala Traditional Dance Centre to witness Thayum and Kalari Pati. Dinner and overnight stay will be at the heritage bungalow at Mahe.

Day 17: Mahe - Kozhikode Airport - Mumbai - Departure
In time Car Rentals in India representative transfers you to the Kozhikode Airport to connect flight to Mumbai from where you will board your onward flight.