Goa and South India Tour Package
Duration : 13Nights / 14 Days
Places : Chennai - Mahabalipuram - Kanchipuram - Mahabalipuram -
Tanjore - Trichy - Madurai - Thekkady - Cochin - Goa - Mumbai
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Day 01 - Arrival at Chennai |
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You
arrive in Chennai by international flight. Chennai, home to ancient
Dravidian civilization, hardly touched by the invasions from the North,
which is often claimed to be the "pure" India. After a traditional
'Swagat' (Welcome) our representative would assist you at the airport and to
our hotel for check in and overnight stay.
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Day 02 - Chennai / Mahabalipuram |
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Morning half day sightseeing tour
touching Fort St. George, San Thome Cathedral and the museums that contain
the world's most complete and impressive selection of Chola bronzes and
stone sculptures from South India and the Deccan. Later we drive on to
Mammalapuram. Built in the 7th century, this ancient city is said to be a
sculptor's delight, boasting of some of India's most sublime rock-cut art,
for which it is now a World Heritage site. On arrival we assist you to check
in at our Hotel for overnight stay.
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Day 03 - Mahabalipuram /Kanchipuram |
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Post breakfast depature for sightseeing
covering Shore Temple, Arjuna's Penance & Five Rathas. Drive to
Kanchipuram, the golden city of thousand temples, one of Hinduism's seven
most sacred cities of the early Chola Period of the 2nd century. We drive
back to Mahabalipuram for overnight stay.
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Day 04 - Mahabalipuram / Tanjore |
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Early
morning drive to Tanjore. Upon arrival at Tanjore, we visit Brihadeshwara
temple, also known as the 'Big Temple', built by the Chola dynasty. This
massive temple is 216 feet high and the single spherical stone on top weighs
80 tons. Its beautiful murals resemble the frescos of Ajanta. Overnight
stay.
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Day 05 - Tanjore / Trichy / Madurai |
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Post breakfast departure for Madurai
via Trichy. On arrival, city tour of Trichy, covering Srirangam Temple &
Rockfort, Trichy's most famous landmark, which has a Temple, perched on the
outcrop of Rock. On to Madurai. Overnight stay.s
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Day 06 - Madurai |
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Morning visit to Meenakshi
Sundareshwar, one of the largest temple complexes in India built between the
16th and 18th centuries. Apart from the estimated 33 million sculptures
there, the temple is absolutely absorbing with the endless rounds of
ceremonies, prostration of countless devotees and glittering market stalls.
Leisurely afternoon followed by overnight stay at hotel.
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Day 07 - Madurai / Thekkady |
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(Periyar Wildlife Sanctury) Early
morning drive to Thekkady. On arrival we assist you to check in at our
Hotel. Set on an attractive lakeside, Periyar is one of India's finest
wildlife sanctuaries and home to herds of wild tuskers, bison and spotted
deer. Evening game viewing at the sanctuary by boat on lake Periyar.
Overnight stay.
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Day 08 -Ooty - Periyar / Cochin |
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Post
breakfast departure for Cochin, one of the finest harbours on the Arabian
coastline, famous as a port for overseas traders from early times. Its
cosmopolitan character is reflected in the buildings and structures
representing different regions of the world. A city of peninsulas and
islands, today it is Kerala's commercial hub. Overnight stay.
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Day 09 - Cochin |
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Cochin, Kerala's prime destination, is
spread across an island in the stunning locale between the Arabian Sea and
Kerala's backwaters. Morning tour of Cochin to visit Dutch Palace (Built by
the Portuguese), Jew Town, the 1568 Jewish Synagogue, spice market, where
the air is filled with the pungent smell of spices, St. Francis' Church and
Chinese fishing nets. In the evening Kerala's most popular classical dance,
Kathakali awaits you. Overnight stay.
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Day 10 - Cochin / Goa (by air) |
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Post breakfast departure to airport to
board flight for Goa, heart of Indian tourist destinations. It is the most
preferred beach destination in India for numerous reasons. Beautiful sandy
beaches, a delightful laissez faire attitude, quaint homes & old
churches in the Portuguese tradition, flowing spirits, carnival atmosphere,
lovely country sides & abundant seafood contribute to make Goa an
absolute paradise on earth. On arrival we assist you to check in at our
Hotel for overnight stay.
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Day 11 - Goa |
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This morning we leave for a full day sightseeing tour of Old Goa, starting
with Basilica of Bom Jesus dedicated to Infant Jesus, Church of Se
Cathedral, Church of St. Francis of Assisi and the church of the Lady of
Rosary Church. Overnight stay at hotel.
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Day 12 and Day 13 - Goa |
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Days spent in enjoying the golden
beaches, luxurious casinos and flowing spirits in Goa.
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Day 14 - Goa / Mumbai |
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We fly back to Mumbai. Tour concludes.
Caper thanks you for your patronage and ensures a punctual transfer to the
Railway Station / Airport for your onward travel.
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