This morning, after your arrival in Chennai, proceed for an all-inclusive Chennai tour. Later visit Mamallapuram (also known as Mahabalipuram). It is a small town, but holds great significance from travellers’ point of view. It is located on the Coromandel Coast. Chennai-Mamallapuram distance is approximately 60 km. Upon arrival, check in at hotel. Overnight in Mamallapuram.

After breakfast, leave for excursion trip of Kanchipuram with a professional guide. This place is highly famed for high-quality silk and also known as the ‘Golden City of a Thousand Temples’. These temples are from 2nd century. Return to Mamallapuram. Mamallapuram: The seashore of Mamallapuram or Mahabalipuram is famous for ancient rock temples. Here you will find a reflection of Dravidian style of architecture. Most of these magnificent temples belong to early 7th century. Overnight in Mamallapuram.

Explore Mamallapuram including a very interesting walk to the nearby village to discover and experience the rural life of Southern India. Later in the afternoon, proceed to beautiful Pondicherry (Puducheri) literally means 'the New Settlement'. It was a French settlement and we can still find traces of French architecture across the town. It is fondly called Pondy. Overnight in Pondicherry.

Enjoy the charm of this old town and experience the colonial French appeal in its architecture and cityscape. In the afternoon drive to Thanjavur visiting Kumbakonam, Darasuram and Gangaikonda Cholapuram enroute. Visit Brihadeeshwara Temple in the evening. This beautiful temple displays Chola art. Also visit the Palace of Nayak and other significant sites of Thanjavur. Overnight in Thanjavur

(Thanjavur to Tiruchirapalli 65 km. Tiruchirapalli to Madurai 145 km)

Start your day early and drive to Madurai; along the way visiting Tiruchirapalli. Tiruchirapalli, also known as Trichy, was a Chola citadel before Christianity. Its most famous landmark is the Rock Fort Temple. Arrive in Madurai, check in at hotel. Explore the narrow lanes of the town on a rickshaw in the afternoon and in the evening witness the evening ceremony rituals at the renowned Meenakshi Temple. Overnight in Madurai

In the morning, explore and feel the mystical atmosphere of Madurai before heading out for Periyar. Upon arrival, check in at hotel in Periyar. Reserve your late afternoon / early evening for a visit to spice plantation park. Learn how white and black pepper, ginger, nutmeg, turmeric and cloves are grown. The evening show of Kalarippayat-Performance, an Indian ancient martial art, will be worth watching. Overnight in Periyar.

Take a raft ride to sail through the pristine forest landscapes of Periyar Reserve. It is home to Tigers, Elephants, Sloth Bears, Jungle Cats and many bird species too for which it is considered paradise for ornithologists. In the afternoon, drive to Kumarakom, (135 km. 3.5 hr). Arrive at Kumarakom, check in at hotel. Overnight in Kumarakom.

After breakfast at hotel, morning exploration of Kumarakom awaits. Enjoy backwaters of Kerala. Kerala has always been a renowned centre for Ayuvedic treatment and medicines. You may unwind your senses through Ayurvedic rejuvenation therapy or oil message (you may please check with us on this). Ayurveda, Kerala's ancient medical system, provides a wide range of revitalising and stress-relieving treatments. It is considered to be a science of holistic living and longevity. Here guests generally take a traditional oil massage, which relieves tension from body, relaxes mind & soul and leaves skin glowing. Overnight in Kumarakom.

(Kumarakom to Alleppey 40 km; Alleppey to Kochi 70 km)

Drive to Alleppey. On reaching Alleppey, board a house boat for cruising experience – lunch inclusive. Sail through the picturesque backwaters of Kerala for an unforgettable experience. This cruise will take you across Lake Vembanad. Sail through narrow canals, head South and navigate through low lying rice fields, churches, temples, schools and witness an entirely beautiful water world. Lunch will be served on board. Later, deboard and proceed to Kochi. Upon arrival in Kochi, check in at hotel. In the evening you will see the traditional Kathakali dance performance. It is a folk dance where performers appear in striking masks and costumes. Overnight in Kochi.

After breakfast at hotel, head out in the morning to make the most of your day by visiting the marvellous sites of Kochi. Later in the afternoon, transfer to Kochi Airport for your onward flight to Mumbai. The city tour of Kochi will offer a close look into the cultural history of this multi-faceted city. Arrive in Mumbai, transfer to hotel. Overnight in Mumbai.

Breakfast at hotel. The city tour of Mumbai will let you visit the iconic Gateway of India, built in 1911, and Elephanta Caves. You have an option of visiting these caves by ferry or you may choose to discover other sites of Mumbai or indulge in shopping. Afternoon visit to the other sites of Mumbai. Drive past the University of Mumbai and High Court of Mumbai. The tour will end at Crawford Market and a visit to Hanging Gardens. Drive past Malabar Hills – the residential area of rich and famous of Mumbai. Return to hotel or go on a shopping spree. Overnight in Mumbai.

Today, you will be transferred from hotel to the Airport for your onward flight.