Gems of South India

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Duration: 09 Nights & 10 Days

Destinations: HYDERABAD- MADURAI- TRICHY- PONDICHERRY- CHENNAI

Tour Highlights: Discover the rich heritage and spiritual essence of South India on this journey through Hyderabad, Madurai, Trichy, Pondicherry, and Chennai. Explore historic forts, grand temples, and colonial charm, from the iconic Charminar in Hyderabad to the sacred Meenakshi Temple in Madurai. Experience Trichy’s ancient temples, Pondicherry’s French-inspired streets, and Chennai’s cultural vibrance, making this a perfect blend of history, spirituality, and coastal beauty.

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Itinerary

On arrival you will meet our Travel Executive after collecting your luggage & passing customs at arrival hall. Further he will assist you your transfer to hotel. Overnight Stay in Hyderabad. (B)

Morning half day tour of Hyderabad Drive through Char Minar, Salar Jung Museum and other places of Interest. Afternoon tour of Golconda Fort. Overnight stay in Hyderabad. (B)

Transfer to Hyderabad airport in time to connect flight to Madurai. Meet/Assist on arrival and transfer to hotel. Rest of the day is free to relax. In the evening visit the closing ceremony of Meenakshi Temple. Overnight stay in Madurai

In the morning half day tour of Madurai, you will visit Meenakshi Temple, Thirumalai Nayak Palace and also visit the bustling market of Madurai outside the Meenakshi Temple. In the afternoon you will visit Vilacheri – Potters’ village in Madurai, where mud becomes God. Overnight stay in Madurai

After breakfast, depart for Trichy and check in at hotel. Afternoon tour of Trichy, which will include your visit to Ranganathaswamy Temple and Tiruchirapalli rockfort. Overnight stay in Trichy

After breakfast, depart for Pondicherry en route visiting Tanjore and check in at hotel. Overnight stay in Pondicherry.

Morning tour of Pondicherry visiting The Sri Aurobindo Ashram, Light house, Glass house & French Institute. Rest of the day is free to relax. Overnight stay in Pondicherry

Drive to Chennai en route visiting Mahaballipuram - one of the heritage cities.  Continue your drive to Chennai and check in at hotel. Overnight stay in Chennai

Today you will be taken on a city tour of Chennai, visiting Fort St. George, San Thome Church and Kapaleeswarar Temple, the biggest temple in Chennai. Afterwards, you will be driven past Marina Beach, the second longest urban beach in the World. Overnight stay in Chennai.

You will be transferred to Chennai International airport in time to connect your onward flight to next destination

Hotel Costs

CityDeluxeStandardComfort
SummerAU$ 3443AU$ 2729AU$ 2442
WinterAU$ 3707AU$ 3052AU$ 2768
HyderabadITC KakatiyaTrident Hotel Lemon Tree, Gachibowli
MaduraiCourtyard by MarriottHeritage MaduraiFortune Pandiyan
TrichyCourtyard by MarriottCourtyard by MarriottCourtyard by Marriott
PondicherryPalis De MaheMansion PerumalThe Promenade
ChennaiITC Grand CholaThe Raintree, AnnasalaiHotel Radha Regent

Inclusions

A. HOTEL

· 09 Nights hotel accommodation on Twin/Double sharing basis including all existing taxes.

B. Meals 

·  Daily breakfast (B) as mentioned in the itinerary.

C. TRANSPORT

· Meeting and assistance on arrival / departure by our airport representative

· Cost based on air-conditioned transport –AC Crysta Innova (02 pax)

· Transfer from airport to hotel and vice-versa.

· Sightseeing, excursion and Surface travel as per programme

D GUIDE

· English Speaking local guide during the sightseeing as per program.

E: ENTRANCE FEES & VISITS

· Included only for 01 visits

· Rickshaw ride in Madurai

· Rickshaw ride in Pondicherry

· Current applicable taxes

Exclusions

1. ITEMS OF PERSONAL NATURE – such as laundry, table drinks, telephone bills, tips to room boys, drivers, guides, personal clothing including sleeping bags etc.

2. Any Air fare.

3. Visa fee for India to be arranged and paid for directly by the clients. Check VISA rules carefully from your nearest Indian Embassy/ Mission before applying for Indian VISA.

4. Travel & Health Insurance to be arranged and paid for directly by the clients.

5. Airport taxes and fuel surcharges, which are subject to change without notice. Any meals (other than breakfast), drinks, tips, expenses of personal nature.

6. Anything not mentioned in the “Cost Includes” column.

 

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