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14 Days / 13 Nights

Glimpses of Southern India – 14 Days

Starting from AUD  per person double share
Recommended to travel : October to March

India is vast and there is so much to see. But in 14 days you can capture some of the cultural and social highlights of Southern India –  experience its colourful, aesthetic and vibrant delights; we have got you covered!

We’ll start your tour in Mahabalipuram which boasts of some of India’s most sublime rock-cut art and its unassuming beach. Next stop: Pondicherry, a vista to its French influence. You’ll be visiting the centre of South Indian art and architecture, Tanjore; Sri Ranganathaswamy Temple in Trichy – the foremost of the eight self-manifested shrines (Swayam Vyakta Kshetras) of Lord Vishnu and Madurai, the ancient capital of Pandyan Kingdom. A break away from the cultural highlights, you will then be visiting the Periyar National Park to see its avifauna and wildlife.

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Then you will travel to Kochi where you’ll witness a live Kathakali Dance performance – a dance form that evolved here; indulge in a Muziris Heritage tour and visit places of worship. Your next destination will be Munnar, to visit a tea museum where you will discover the art of tea making which Munnar is famous for. A change of view, we will take you on a boat ride in Alleppey where you’ll spend your night in the waters (yes!) as you experience being on one of India’s largest inland lakes with its own distinctive ecology that supports a significant natural habitat – all this in Kumarakom. Finally, you will head back to the airport for your onward journey.

We have handpicked an assortment of Hotels, with the minimum transfer time to get to them from the city & to reach attractions –  giving you more time to enjoy the hotels, the attractions & cities.

Ideal For – Adventure seekers/ Solo travellers/ couples/ friends / families with teenagers / small groups consisting of friends and family.As this journey is available throughout the year, it is ideal for those who have busy schedules and are uncertain about the period of their holidays. 

Highlights at glance

  • You will visit the Shore Temple in Mahabalipuram which overlooks the Bay of Bengal.
  • Next, the Sri Aurobindo Ashram which is an integral part of the city and a French Quarter walk when you’re in Pondicherry.
  • Pondicherry’s Auroville (City of Dawn) which is an experimental commune made up of people from over 50 countries – another interesting site to visit. It aims to be an ideal society, a place of human unity where people can live and work, irrespective of creed and nationality.
  • In Tanjore, make use of a chance to indulge in culinary experiences and delights – plate up with Tamilian cuisines!
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  • This will follow visiting the ‘Grandest Temple in South India’ : the Brihadeeswara temple.
  • While in Tanjore, you will get to listen to Vedic Chanting – a cornerstone of Hinduism.
  • In Trichy we will take you to the Sri Ranganathaswamy Temple, an expansive temple complex extending over 156 acres.
  • Off to Madurai, here you will visit the famous Meenakshi temple, symbolic of the powerful and influential Pandyan Kingdom which ruled here, from its ancient capital.
  • A change in tempo, you will experience a Safari at Periyar National Park which has 5500 hectares including the Periyar Lake located in the middle of the National Park.
  • In Alleppey, experience a boat ride like no other, locally named as Kettuvallam and spend the day on your own enjoying the views or reading your favourite book.
  • If you are a bird lover then Coconut Lagoon will give you many days of happy bird spotting which is also India’s one of the largest lakes.
  • In Kochi,you will be sightseeing the old port Muziris for a heritage tour.
  • Continuing in Kochi, you will visit a Jewish synagogue, churches and the Dutch palace.
  • Then to watch a live Kathakali dance theatre performance.

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Experience

Possible experience in this tour

Some of these experiences are already included in the tour you are looking at, either as a full length or time limited activity. You have the freedom to pick out the ones you want during your tour and the extent to how you want to experience it.
2 hours

Evening Ganga Aarti Experience

As twilight descends, the banks of the Ganges come alive with one of India’s most soul-stirring spiritual rituals.

Varanasi
2 hours

Air Balloon Safari Over Jaipur

Take to the skies and discover Jaipur like never before. A hot air balloon safari offers a once-in-a-lifetime perspective

Jaipur
2 hours

Auroville Living Tour

Just 30 minutes from Pondicherry lies Auroville, an experimental township unlike any other.

Pondicherry
3 hours

Bandhavgarh National Park Safari

Situated in the Vindhya Hills of Madhya Pradesh, Bandhavgarh National Park is a must-visit destination for wildlife

Bandhavgarh National Park
3-4 hours

Bandipur National Park Safari

Once the royal hunting grounds of the Maharaja of Mysore, Bandipur National Park is now a flourishing wildlife sanctuary

Mysore
3-4 hours

Bera Leopard Safari Adventure

Hidden away in the rugged folds of the Aravalli Hills, Bera has recently emerged as one of Rajasthan’s most thrilling wildlife

Jawai
2 hours

Bishnoi Village Safari

Step into the heart of rural Rajasthan with a visit to the Bishnoi villages near Jodhpur, where culture, spirituality,

Jodhpur
3 hours

Coconut Lagoon Retreat

Experience Colombo through its colourful, aromatic, multicultural cuisines on this 3-hour evening walking tour.

Kumarakom
3 hours

Authentic Experiences at Chanoud Garh

Experience Colombo through its colourful, aromatic, multicultural cuisines on this 3-hour evening walking tour.

Chanoud
3 hours

Nature & Wildlife at RAAS Chhatrasagar

Experience Colombo through its colourful, aromatic, multicultural cuisines on this 3-hour evening walking tour.

Nimaj
3 hours

Southern Temples & Sacred Ponds Walk

According to the Shiva Mahapurana, the southern part of Varanasi—known as Gauri Kedareshwar Khand

Varanasi
3 hours

Jag Mandir by Shared Boat

Set off on a tranquil boat ride across the shimmering waters of Lake Pichola to reach Jag Mandir,

Udaipur
3-5 hours

Jaipur Bazaars, Crafts & Culinary Trail

Step into the heart of Jaipur with an immersive walking tour that celebrates its vibrant bazaars, skilled artisans,

Jaipur
3 hours

Jodhpur Heritage Walk

Wander Through Jodhpur’s Living History. Founded in the mid-15th century by Rao Jodha of the Rathore clan,

Jodhpur
3 hours

Kanha National Park Safari

Nestled on the Chhota Nagpur Plateau in Madhya Pradesh, Kanha National Park is one of India’s most iconic

Kanha National Park
1 hour

Kathakali Dance Performance

Witness the mesmerizing art of Kathakali, Kerala’s most iconic classical dance-drama, in an intimate live theatre setting.

Kochi
2-3 hours

Kaziranga National Park Safari

Set in the lush floodplains of the Brahmaputra River in Assam, Kaziranga National Park is world-renowned

Kaziranga
4-5 hours

Kettuvallam Cruise – Kerala’s Timeless Backwater Voyage

Step aboard a Kettuvallam, Kerala’s iconic houseboat, and journey through the tranquil backwaters that stretch like

Kochi
1 hour

Meditation at Matrimandir – The Soul of Auroville

Located in the heart of Auroville, the Matrimandir—meaning “Temple of The Mother”

Pondicherry
5 hours

Muziris Heritage Tour

Muziris, once a bustling ancient port city on Kerala’s Malabar Coast, lies just an hour north of Cochin.

Kochi
3 hours

Explore Nagarhole National Park: A Wildlife Paradise

Nestled amidst the dense forest cover of the Western Ghats, Nagarhole National Park offers a captivating blend of diverse

Mysore
1-2 hours

Old Delhi Rickshaw Ride

Take a journey back in time with a rickshaw ride through the bustling streets of Old Delhi,

Delhi
3 hours

Pench National Park Safari

Tucked away in Madhya Pradesh, Pench National Park is a gem for wildlife enthusiasts,

Pench
3-4 hours

Periyar Wildlife Experience

Periyar National Park, nestled in the verdant hills of Kerala’s Western Ghats, is one of India’s most iconic wildlife sanctuaries.

Periyar National Park
3 hours

Ranganathittu Bird Sanctuary Tour

Ranganathittu Bird Sanctuary, the largest of its kind in Karnataka, is a serene haven for nature lovers. Nestled along the banks of

Mysore
2-3 hours

Ranthambore Safari Experience

Set against the dramatic backdrop of the Aravalli and Vindhya ranges, Ranthambore National Park spans 400 square kilometers

Ranthambore
2 hours

Satpura National Park Safari

Nestled in the Pachmarhi Plateau of Madhya Pradesh, Satpura National Park is a sanctuary of breathtaking beauty

Satpura
2 hours

Wayanad Spice Trail

Wayanad, nestled in the Western Ghats, boasts a climate so fertile and diverse that almost every spice thrives here.

Wayanad
2 hours

Morning Banaras Experience

There’s no better way to experience the soul of Varanasi than at dawn. As the first rays of sunlight bathe the city in gold,...

Varanasi
6-8 hours

Udaipur City Discovery

Step into the romantic charm of Udaipur with a city tour that takes you through its majestic history and vibrant present.

Udaipur
6 hours

Munnar Tea Heritage Tour

As you walk through the museum, you’ll uncover the legacy of tea in Munnar—from early plantations that first attracted

Munnar
2 hours

Pondicherry Heritage Walk

Once the largest French colony in India, Pondicherry still echoes its European past through elegant Rues, Boulevards,

Pondicherry
3 hours

Yoga & Kushti Akharas of Varanasi

Join a guided yoga session at the Ghats, led by experienced masters who blend the spiritual essence of Banaras with time

Varanasi
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