South India Highlights
12 Days Starting in Kochi and ending in Trivendruam
Visiting: Kochi, Mararikulam, Alappuzha, Periyar, Madurai, Rameswaram, Kanyakumari, Kovalam, Thiruvananthapuram
Tour operator:
Tour code:
12SIH
Recommended For:
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Group size:
1 - 10
Age range:
1-80
Special diets catered:
Meat, Jain, Halal, Vegetarians, Vegans, Kosher
Tour operated in:
English , French , German , SpanishTrip Styles:
Active, Adventure Tours, Small Group, Walking Hiking and Trekking
Interests:
Activities:
Art Galleries & Museums, Boat/Cruise Excursion, Sightseeing, Walking
Private Available:
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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
Itinerary
Day 1 : Arrival At Kochi
Location: Kochi
Accommodation: Hotel, 3 Star Deluxe
Arrival at Kochi airport, our 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
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Dining
11 Breakfast, 1 Lunch, 1 Dinner
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11 Nights accommodation based on double / twin sharing basis
3 Star Accommodation.
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Assistance during arrival and departure by Panda Experiences
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All transfers including airport transfers by an AC vehicle
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English speaking guide at Kochi, Rameshwaram and Madurai
Other languages guides are available on additional charges.
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One mineral water bottle per person per day
What's Not Included
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Visas Fee (if applicable)
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Monument entry fees
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Tips (always optional, but some guidance will be given in the pre-departure information pack you’ll receive after booking)
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Beverages other than drinking water & any costs of a personal nature
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International/Internal flights to/from the start/finish of the trip
Check out our Q&As
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What happens if a group doesn’t make its minimum required number of passengers?
100% Departure if there is single traveller.
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What is the fitness level required to do this tour?
Healthy.
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Is there a supplement for solo travellers?
Yes
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Are airport transfers included in this tour?
Yes
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Will I know the names and details of all the accommodation before I depart?
Yes
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Will passengers from another country be participating in the tour?
Yes
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Do you require a visa for this holiday?
Only for foreign national traveller.
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Is the tour coach air conditioned?
Yes
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Are children permitted to take part in the tour?
Yes
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What is the tipping policy?
Tips always optional.
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Are the local guides on the tour English speaking?
Yes
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What is the maximum group size?
10
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Is free Wi-Fi available in the accommodation used?
Yes
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What currencies are required for this tour?
INR is local currency.
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Company Instant Book
Yes
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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.
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Can you assist with pre or post tour accommodation?
Yes
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What is the standard of the hotels on this tour?
3 Star.
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Is there any free time to explore places during the tour?
Yes
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Do I need a visa to travel to India?
Yes. The Government of India grants Tourist Visa to a foreigner who does not have a residence or occupation in India. The only purpose of visiting India should be recreation, sight seeing, casual visit to meet friends and relatives etc. Any activity other than the aforementioned ones is cognizable.
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What happens if I need to change my holiday date once I’ve booked?
After confirmation of services, if you wish to change your travel arrangements in any way (e.g. your chosen departure date or accommodation), we will do our utmost to make these changes but it may not always be possible. Any request for changes must be in writing from the person who made the booking. All cost incurred due to amendment will be borne by you.
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How long has the tour company been trading?
Panda Experiences has been in operation since 2008
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Free Date Changes
Panda Experiences allows you to make 2 free date changes, as long as the change is made at least 80 days before the start of the tour.
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Low Deposit
Panda Experiences requires a minimum deposit of 25% or the full booking value, whichever is less, with the final balance not due until 80 days before departure.
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Cancellation Policy
We don't charge a cancellation fee, here is a summary of panda experiences charges.
Up to 80 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of deposit.
At 79 days before tour starts: Forfeit 50% of booking price.
At 59 days before tour starts: Forfeit 75% of booking price.
At 30 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of booking price.