South India Uncovered

South India Uncovered

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$2480

$868

South India Uncovered

12 Days Starting in Kochi and ending in Trivendruam

Visiting: Kochi, Mararikulam, Alappuzha, Periyar, Madurai, Rameswaram, Kanyakumari, Kovalam, Thiruvananthapuram

Tour operator:

Holidays At

Tour code:

12SIU

Guide Type:

Fully Guided

Group size:

1 - 10

Physical rating:

Easy

Age range:

1-90

Special diets catered:

Meat, Jain, Halal, Vegetarians, Kosher, Vegans

Tour operated in:

English , French , German , Spanish

Private Available:

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From: $2480 $868 Operator discount: -$1612 -65%

NB: Prices correct on 22-Dec-2024 but subject to change.

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Tour Overview

In this 12 day tour, you will visit some of the major tourist destinations of South India. On the other side, while experiencing the wildlife in Periyar, you will know about the history of ancient temples of Madurai. During this tour you will also visit Rameswaram Temple, a place of pilgrimage for Hindus. This pilgrimage site is decorated with amazing corridors and huge sculpture of Hindu Gods and goddesses. In the end, after a visit of Kanyakumari, we will take you to the beautiful sea shore of Kovalam. Where you can enjoy an amazing natural beauty.

Highlights

  • Historic Dutch Palace, St Francis Church, Fort Cochin, colourful boats and Chinese Fishing nets on the waterfront in Kochi.

  • Experience and stay at Houseboat in Coastal Alleppey.

  • Enjoy the wildlife safari at Periyar protected Wildlife Sanctuary and Lake elephant and tiger reserve.

  • Explor the heritage site of Madurai famous for Dravidian-style temple.

  • Experience in Coastal life in Kovalam.

  • Get to know about the South India history.

Places You'll See

Periyar

Alleppey

Madurai

Kanyakumari

Kovalam

Rameshwaram

Itinerary

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Day 1 : Arrival At Kochi

Location: Kochi

Accommodation: Hotel, 3 Star Deluxe

Arrival at Kochi airport, our Holidays At representative will assist you at airport and later transfer to the hotel for night stay. Rest of the day free for your own leisure activities.
Overnight at Hotel.

Day 2 : At Kochi

Location: Kochi

Accommodation: Hotel, 3 Star Deluxe

Meals Included: Breakfast

Today morning after breakfast at hotel, later proceed for full day sightseeing tour to Cochin visit Fort Kochi, St.Francis Church, Jewish synagogue, Mattancherry Palace "Dutch Palace" and Chinese Fishing Market. Evening enjoy the Kathakali dance show, one of India's most famous classical dances with lavish costumes, exotic makeup & masks intensify the beauty of the dancers, intricate moments.
Overnight at Hotel.

Day 3 : Kochi - Marari (44 Kms / 1:30 Hrs)

Location: Mararikulam

Accommodation: Hotel, 3 Star Deluxe

Meals Included: Breakfast

Today morning after breakfast, later check out form hotel and proceed for Marari. Upon reaching Marari check-in to your hotel. Rest of the day enjoy scenic views and various activities at beaches of Marari.
Overnight at Hotel.

Day 4 : Marari - Alleppey (20 Kms / 1 Hrs)

Location: Alappuzha

Accommodation: Deluxe Houseboat

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Today morning after breakfast at hotel, later check out and proceed for backwater to enjoy the houseboat journey.

Upon arrival at Alleppey check-in to your houseboat for night stay. Later proceed for backwaters & lagoons on Alleppey, Enjoy your lunch and dinner at houseboat. Evening walk around the local street of Alleppey.
Overnight at Houseboat.

Day 5 : Alleppey - Periyar (115 Kms / 3 Hrs)

Location: Periyar

Accommodation: Hotel, 3 Star Deluxe

Meals Included: Breakfast

Today morning after breakfast and check out from houseboat later drive to Periyar - Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary one of the biggest wildlife sanctuaries in India's which covers 777 Sq. Kms (300 Sq. miles) for a Tiger Reserve. Upon arrival at Periyar National Park check-in to the hotel for night stay.

Later proceed for sightseeing tour of Periyar, enjoy the Bamboo Rafting & Border Hiking are a unique program available in Periyar, Elephant safari at Periyar wildlife sanctuary also enjoy boat ride on the beautiful lake.
Overnight at Hotel.

Day 6 : Periyar - Madurai (230 Kms / 6:30 Hrs)

Location: Madurai

Accommodation: Hotel, 3 Star Deluxe

Meals Included: Breakfast

Today morning after breakfast at hotel, check out from the hotel and drive to Madurai. Upon reaching Madurai check-in to the hotel for night stay. Rest of the day free to explore this cultural capital of South India.
Overnight at Hotel.

Day 7 : At Madurai

Location: Madurai

Accommodation: Hotel, 3 Star Deluxe

Meals Included: Breakfast

After breakfast at hotel later proceed for the sightseeing tour of Madurai, visit Meenakshi Sundareswarar, one of the largest temple complex in India. Later visit Thirupparamkunram Murugan Temple, Palamuthirsolai Murugan Temple. Also visit the Thirumalai Nayak Palace, Alagar Kovil and Gandhi Museum.
Overnight at Hotel.

Day 8 : Madurai - Rameshwaram (171 Kms / 3:30 Hrs)

Location: Rameswaram

Accommodation: Hotel, 3 Star Deluxe

Meals Included: Breakfast

Today morning after breakfast at hotel, later check out and drive to Rameshwaram. Upon arrival at Rameshwaram check-in to your hotel for night stay.

After refresh yourself, later proceed for Rameshwaram Temple dedicated to the hindu god Rama. Post darshan and aarti ceremony at temple back to hotel for night stay.
Overnight at Hotel.

Day 9 : Rameshwaram - Kanyakumari (310 Kms / 6 Hrs)

Location: Kanyakumari

Accommodation: Hotel, 3 Star Deluxe

Meals Included: Breakfast

Today morning after breakfast and check out from hotel later drive to Kanyakumari.

Today morning after breakfast at hotel, later check out and drive to Kanyakumari. Upon arrival at Kanyakumari check-in to your hotel for night stay.

After refresh yourself, later visit Swami Vivekananda Rock Memorial, Kanyakumari mandir (One of the Fifty Two Shakti Peethas), Tri Samudra Milan, Gandhi mandapam also Sthanumalayan Temple.
Overnight at Hotel.

Day 10 : Kanyakumari - Kovalam (139 Kms / 4 Hrs)

Location: Kovalam

Accommodation: Hotel, 3 Star Deluxe

Meals Included: Breakfast

Today morning after breakfast and check out from hotel, later drive to Kovalam. Upon arrival at Kovalam check-in to your hotel for night stay. Rest of the day free for your own leisure activities.
Overnight at Hotel.

Day 11 : At Kovalam

Location: Kovalam

Accommodation: Hotel, 3 Star Deluxe

Meals Included: Breakfast

After breakfast at the hotel, proceed for a full day tour at Kovalam, visit Vizhinjam Marine Aquarium, Halcyon Castle, Analothbhave Mathe Church, Fishing Harbour, Samudra Beach, Rock Cut Cave Temple, Chowara & Poovar. Rest of the day free for your own leisure activities.
Overnight at Hotel.

Day 12 : Kovalam - Trivendruam (18 Kms / 34 Min) And Departure

Location: Thiruvananthapuram

Meals Included: Breakfast

Today morning after breakfast and check out from hotel later drive to Trivandrum airport to board the flight for your home.

What's Included

  • Meals

    11 Breakfast, 1 Lunch & 1 Dinner.

  • 11 Nights accommodation based on double / twin sharing basis

    10 Overnight at Hotel & 1 Overnight at Houseboat.

  • Assistance during arrival and departure by Holidays At

  • All transfers including airport transfers by an AC vehicle

  • Local English speaking guide at Kochi, Rameshwaram and Madurai

    Other languages guides are available on additional charges.

  • One mineral water bottle per person per day

  • Accommodation Type.

    3 Star Accommodation.

What's Not Included

  • Visas Fee (if applicable)

  • Monument entry fees

  • Tips (always optional, but some guidance will be given in the pre-departure information pack you’ll receive after booking)

  • Beverages other than drinking water & any costs of a personal nature

  • International/Internal flights to/from the start/finish of the trip

Check out our Q&As

  • Will passengers from another country be participating in the tour?

    Yes

  • What currencies are required for this tour?

    INR is local currency.

  • What is the maximum group size?

    10

  • Do you require a visa for this holiday?

    Only for foreign national traveller.

  • Company Instant Book

    Yes

  • Can you assist with pre or post tour accommodation?

    Yes

  • Is there any free time to explore places during the tour?

    Yes

  • Are the local guides on the tour English speaking?

    Yes

  • Is free Wi-Fi available in the accommodation used?

    Yes

  • What happens if a group doesn’t make its minimum required number of passengers?

    100% Departure if there is single traveller.

  • What is the fitness level required to do this tour?

    Healthy

  • Do I need to purchase travel insurance before travelling?

    Absolutely. Every traveller is required to purchase travel insurance before the start of their tour. Due to the varying nature, availability and cost of health care around the world, travel insurance is very much an essential and necessary part of every journey.

  • Is the tour coach air conditioned?

    Yes

  • What is the tipping policy?

    Tips always optional.

  • Will I know the names and details of all the accommodation before I depart?

    Yes

  • Are children permitted to take part in the tour?

    Yes

  • What is the standard of the hotels on this tour?

    3 Star

  • Are airport transfers included in this tour?

    Yes

  • Is there a supplement for solo travellers?

    Yes

  • What happens if I need to change my holiday date once I’ve booked?

    Please speak to our sales team as soon as possible to see how we can help.

  • Can I join the tour once it has departed?

    Yes, although you will have to make your own way to where the group is heading to out of your own expense.

  • How long has the tour company been trading?

    HOLIDAYSAT has been trading since 2008.

  • What documents will I receive before I travel?

    You will receive all the booking pack with all the pick up times.

Reviews from travellers on this tour

Juliet   Jordan

Great tour

16-Feb-2024

I was referred by a friend and I am so happy I did it. Lots of great activities included. I absolutely love this tour. Stayed in beautiful hotels. Thank you everyone for a great tour.

Spencer   Finland

Trip to India

04-Nov-2023

It was one of the best organised and friendly tour i have ever had.

George Yeo   Cuba

Fantastic trip

16-Feb-2024

We had an absolutely fantastic trip with Holidays At.

Danielle   Greece

Beautiful country

12-Sep-2023

I had a great time in such beautiful country India.

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  • Free Date Changes

    Holidays At allows you to make 2 free date changes, as long as the change is made at least 60 days before the start of the tour.

  • Transfer as credit to Future Tours

    Holidays At allows you to transfer existing payments to a future tour to avoid cancellation fees if you can't travel and inform holidays at, 60 days before departure.

  • Low Deposit

    Holidays At requires a minimum deposit of 25% or the full booking value, whichever is less, with the final balance not due until 60 days before departure.

  • Cancellation Policy

    We don't charge a cancellation fee, here is a summary of holidays at charges.

    Up to 80 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of deposit.

    At 40 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of booking price.