Day 1 : Chennai

Chennai: Chennai, the city situated at the Coromondal coast of Bay of Bengal is often recognized as the Detroit of India and the Gateway of South. The fourth largest and one of the prosperous cities of the country, Chennai is an attraction in itself. It is the capital of the state Tamil Nadu, and fifth most populous city of India. It would not be hyperbolic to designate it as the liveliest city in the entire South India. The city has its own unique charm, which sets it aside from the rest of the big cities of the country. A great confluence of rich tradition, varied heritage, modern amenities and technology, Chennai is the vibrant place in the vicinity of nature. This unmatchable blend of culture and modernity has designated Chennai with one such city in Tamil Nadu, blessed with an extreme treasure of tourist attractions. The sightseeing tour around the ancient city of Chennai, will completely sweep you off your feet. Besides, there is such wide diversity that you will be amazed at its existence. The picturesque beauty of the city includes beautifully carved temples, serene beaches, colonial monuments and much more. Still wondering about the compact city imbibed with many colours? Scroll down to know more about the alluring city Chennai!

Arrival Chennai, on arrival Check in at Hotel. After Fresh Up drive to Visit Sight seeing of Chennai - Drive and Visit to Govt.Museum Complex Art & Bronze Gallery, Drivethru Panoramic View Old Part of Chennai - George Town - Egmore Railway Station, Rippon Buildings, Victoria Hall, Central Railway Station, Southern railway Head Quarters (All british style Heritage buildings), Evening Bazaar, Flower Markets, Highcourt Buildings, Parrys Corner, Visit - Fort complex - Fort Museum & St. Marys Church and panoramic view Marina Beach (longest beach) and visit Santhome Cathedral Church & Kapaleeshwar Temple. Lunch Break at any Hotel as suggested PM:Visit Shopping areas - Overnight Stay at Hotel.

Day 2 : Local Sight Seeing In Chennai

After Breakfast proceed for Local sight seeing in Chennai which includes Besant Nagar Beach, Marina Beach, Kapaleeshwar Temple, Ramakrishna Temple etc.. Overnight stay at the Chennai hotel.

Day 3 : Tirupati

As soon as you arrive first go to Sri Kalahasti temple, get Darshan of lord Shiva. Then rest for some time in your hotel and proceed to darshan at Tirumala Hills. Be sure to hit the queue at the right time, however the approxmiate wait time is 2 hrs approx, again it depends upon the rush. Once you are in the main temple ensure you are on the extreme end of your right side to have better glimpse of the lord. It\'s just about half a second or 1 second that you get to see the lord :). After that, do pray at Vimana Venkateshwara and offer donations in the Srivari Hundi only. Don\'t forget to take your laddus. After you are done with your shopping , please head towards Tiruchanoor Padmavati Temple.

Day 4 : Mahabalipuram

Mahabalipuram: Mahabalipuram is one of history intriguing enigmas. The ancient Mamallapuram, as Mahabalipuram was formerly known, was flourishing port town of the Pallava rulers of south India who chiseled in stone a fabulous open-air museum of sculpture under the vault of a burning sky. Apart from this, nothing is known of the place. What was the purpose behind this whole exercise, and, more important, why all the royal patronage this place enjoyed suddenly disappeared, no one actually has any answer. Staying at Mahabalipuram Resorts is an unique way of experiencing its history. Experts say that there were seven pagodas or temples on the shores of Mahabalipuram. All but one were pillaged by the rapacious sea, though there is little underwater evidence to substantiate their existence. Most of the temples and rock carvings of this place were built during the reigns of Narsinha Varman I (AD 630-668) and Narsinha Varman II (AD 700-728). Though the initial kings of Pallava dynasty were followers of Jainism, the conversion of Mahendra Varman (AD 600-630) to Shaivism led most of the monuments to be related with Shiva or Vishnu.

on arrival check-in to your hotel. Tourist attractions and World Heritage sites to visit in Mahabalipuram are: Shore Temple, Pancha Pandava Rathas, Arjuna Penance, Caves and Mandapams. After lunch go on an excursion to Kanchipuram (also known as the Silk City). Tourist places to see in Kanchipuram are: Ekambareshvara Temple, Kailasanatha Temple and Kamakshi Amman Temple. Evening return to Mahabalipuram for overnight stay

Day 5 : Pondicherry

Pondicherry: The colonial past of Puducherry is hard to miss even by the casual walker on the promenade beach. There stands the statue of Francois Dupleix. Not too far away is one of Joan of Arc. It is a trip down France as one crosses symmetrically aligned streets in Puducherry. The Portuguese have been here, so have the Dutch, the Danes and the English. By the 18th century, this tiny fishing village had turned into a grand port city. The French first set foot here in 1670 and left a part of them when their undisturbed rule finished in 1954. Not much has changed since. The history has become punctuated. The air is filled with nostalgia and the present is living up to a heritage that speaks so much. A trip to Puducherry is like a journey in time with a vibrant present celebrating its interesting past; its history goes back to before Roman times, but factually started with the arrival of the French in 1673, who founded the town and built it to its present form, during the two and a half century they occupied it. Puducherry is the French interpretation of the original name Puducheri meaning new settlement. Many pilgrims have shared the town hospitality on their way to the temple town of Rameshwaram, thus enriching its culture.

On Arrival Check-in to the hotel. Relax for a while and proceed for the Pondicherry Local sight seeing which includes the Pondicherry Beach, Sri Aurobindo Ashram, Boat House, Auroville and Museum. Overnight stay at the Pondicherry hotel.

Day 6 : Sight Seeing in Pondicherry

After breakfast proceed for the remaining sight seeing in Pondicherry which includes, Arrikamedu, JN Street, Ayee Mandapam, Bharathi Park, Memorial House. Overnight stay in Pondicherry hotel.

Day 7 : Thanjavur

Thanjavur one of the 32 Districts of Tamilnadu, is popularly known as the Delta area and the Rice Bowl of Tamilnadu. It is believed that Thanjavur derived its name from Mythical Demon Tanjan. Thanjavur is 350 Kms from the State Capital Chennai. This district is a treasure house of Religion, Art and Architecture. There is any clear information about the history of the earlier Thanjavur. As per the earliest sources of information , the Medivial Cholas ruled and developed their empire between the 9th and 14th centuries, with Thanjavur as their Capital. Raja Raja Cholan was the prominent ruler amongst the Chola emperors . Thereafter, Pandiyas, Nayaks of Madurai, Thanjavur and the Marattahs have ruled this region. The cultural, Architectural and the scholarly pursuits of these rulers are reflected in the form of great monuments like Grand Anaicut, Big Temple and Serfoji Mahal Library [now called as Saraswathy Mahal Library] and so on. Many Temples of Thanjavur termed as Great Living Chola Temples , have been classified as the World Heritage Monuments by the UNESCO.

Tanjore or Thanjavur as it is now called, is an ancient Chola dynasty town renowned for the Brahadeeswara temple, now a World Heritage monument. On your arrival in Thanjavur check in to the hotel of your choice. Overnight in Thanjavur.

Day 8 : Rameswaram

Rameswaram is known for one of India most venerated and most visited Shiva shrines, dedicated to Sri Ramanathaswamy. It is so intimately associated with the life of Sri Rama, the hero of the epic Ramayana, that both Saivites and Vaishnavites consider every grain of Rameswaram sand very sacred. There is a traditional belief among the Hindus that a pilgrimage to Kashi will be complete only after a visit to Rameswararn, also hailed as Benaras of the South. Pilgrims aspire for a holy dip in the sea at Dhanushkodi, revered as Sethu Theertha, where the Mahodathi (Bay of Bengal) meets Ratnakara (Indian Ocean).

Proceed for Local Sightseeing of Ramesearam visit Ramanathaswamy Temple, Agnitheertham, Ramjharok Temple, Dhanushkodi and Adam Bridge. Overnight Stay.

Day 9 : Madurai

Madurai was originally a forest known as Kadambavanam. One day, a farmer named Dhananjaya who was passing through the forest, saw Indra (The king of the gods), worshipping a swayambhu (self created Lingam) under kadamba tree. Dhananjaya, the farmer immediately reported this to King Kulasekara Pandya. Kulasekara Pandya cleared the forest and built a temple around the Lingam. A city was soon planned with the temple as its centre. On the day the city was to be named, Lord Shiva is said to have appeared and drops of nectar from his hair fell on the town. So, the place was named Madurai - mathuram meaning sweetness in Tamil. proceed for darshan at Sri. Meenakshi Sundareswarar Temple. Afternoon visit Thirumalai Nayak Palace, Thirupparankundram Temple, Alagar Koil and Gandhi Museum. Overnight stay at the Hotel in Madurai.

Day 10 : Kanyakumari

Kanyakumari, India\'s lands end is where the three seas Arabian Sea, Indian Ocean and the Bay of Bengal meet, and hence the confluence is called Thriveni Sangamam. The beach itself is a beautiful sight, with multi-coloured sands and spectacular sunrises and sunsets as the sky and horizon break into a riot of color. Visit Vivekananda Rock Memorial, Gandhi Mandapam and Temple, Evening Visit Sunset Point. Overnight Stay at Hotel.

Day 11 : Kovalam

Kovalam the International Beach destination of Kerala with shallow water for swimming and other water sports activities. The leisure options at this beach are plenty and diverse - sunbathing, swimming, herbal body toning massages, special cultural programs, Catamaran cruising etc.

Day 12 : Trivandrum

Morning after breakfast proceed to Trivandrum located in the southwestern tip of India, bound by the Arabian Sea in the west and Tamil Nadu in the east. Named after Anantha Padmanabha or Lord Vishnu, the city is home to many ancient temples. The place has a long shoreline with internationally renowned beaches, historic monuments, backwater stretches and a rich cultural heritage make this district a much sought after tourist destination. Clean and green, Trivandrum the capital of Kerala is one of the most beautiful cities in the country. Go for a visit to Padmanabha Swamy temple, Napier Museum and Srichitra Art gallery. Have a look around to Horse palace near the Padmanabha swamy temple which houses numerous artifacts. Visit the zoo near to The Napier museum. The park has plenty to excite the animal lover in you. The Trivandrum zoo is one among the best designed in Asia and is set amidst woodland, lakes and lawns.

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Proceed to Kanyakumari for Day Trip (only if Included in Package Cost or Applicable Additional Cost). Kanyakumari, India lands end is where the three seas Arabian Sea, Indian Ocean and the Bay of Bengal meet, and hence the confluence is called Thriveni Sangamam.The beach itself is a beautiful sight, with multi-coloured sands and spectacular sunrises and sunsets as the sky and horizon break into a riot of color. Visit Vivekananda Rock Memorial, Gandhi Mandapam and Temple, Evening Visit Sunset Point. Evening Back to Kovalam & Overnight Stay at Hotel.

Day 13 : Trivandrum Railway Station

Trivandrum Railway Station