Tamil Nadu Luxuary

Day 01: Arrival at Cochin(40 km, 01 hour)

On arrival at Cochin airport you will be received and transferred to Hotel (Check in 1200 Hrs). Afternoon visit Dutch Palace (closed on Fridays), Jewish Synagogue (closed on Fridays and all Jewish Holidays) Jew Street, St. Francis Church.Overnight at Le Meridien.

Day 02:Cochin-Alleppey(60 km,75 minutes)

After breakfast proceed to Alleppey (Approximately 75 Minutes Drive). Alleppey is picturesque village on the Vembanadu Lake. On arrival you will check into your House Boat, the traditional boats which were used to transport goods in ancient days are now modified into Luxurious accommodation for visiting tourist and is the best way to explore the serene backwaters of Kerala. Board your boat by around 1200 Hrs cruise through the backwaters with views of local life in either side of the canals relish the local cuisine onboard.Overnight stay at Muthoot houseboat.

Day 03:- Alleppy –Munnar (200 km 04 hours)

After breakfast proceed to Munnar, check into hotel . –munnar , Kerala One of the most popular hill stations in India, Munnar (Kerala) is situated at the confluence of three mountain streams - Mudrapuzha, Nallathanni and Kundala. Located at 1600 M above sea level, this was once the summer resort of the erstwhile British Government in South India. Sprawling tea plantations, picture book towns, winding lanes, trekking and holiday facilities make Munnar a unique experience. Munnar is essentially a tea town.. Noon sigh seeing of munnar includes Tea museaum( closed on Mondays), Eravikulam national park( closed during month of Feb due breeding of goats).Overnight stay Club Mahindra.

Day 04:Munnar-Madurai(170 km,04 hours)

After breakfast drive to Maudrai, On arrival at Madurai check in to hotel. Madurai – One of the oldest cities in South India and pilgrimage centre for centuries. The city was taken over by the British East India Company in 1801. Evening attend the night ceremony at the Meenakshi temple. This is a ceremony that takes place every evening when the temple bronze of Lord Shiva is carried to the bed chamber of Godess Parvati. The procession is accompanied by religious prayer and temple music.Overnight stay at Hotel Heritage.

Day 05: Madurai-Kumbakonam( 250 km, 04.5 hours)

Kumbakonam is known as the "temple town" due to the prevalence of a number of temples here and is noted for its Mahamaham festival which attracts people from all over the globe. The main products produced are brass, bronze, copper and lead vessels, silk and cotton cloths, pottery, sugar, indigo and rice. Evening visit Adi Kumbeshwarar temple and Sarangapani Temple.Overnight stay at Mantra Veppathur.

Day 06:Kumbakonam-Mahabalipuram(270 km,05 hours)

Mahabalipuram situated just 60 km off Chennai on the Bay of Bengal coast in the south Indian State of Tamil Nadu. Its sculptural extravaganza is a living testament of the virile artistic temperament of the Pallavas who were trendsetters in South Indian art. In Mahabalipuram visit The Shore Temple, built by king Rajasimha in the 17^th century. Other important attractions of Mahabalipuram include Mahishasuramardini cave, Kotikal Mandapam, and the Dharmraja cave.Overnight stay at GRT Temple Bay.

Day 07:- Mahabalipuram- Chennai(60 km, 01 hour 25 minutes)

Chennai, the capital of the state of Tamil Nadu, is one of the four major metropolitan in India. After noon city tour of Chennai which includes visit to Santhome Cathedral, Fort St. George, and government museum (Closed on Fridays) Kapaleeswara temple.Overnight stay at Leela Palace.

Day 08:Chennai Departure

Departure transfer to the International Airport as per the flight schedule.

Day	Route	Activity / Places Visited	Overnight Stay
1	Airport - Cochin	Cochin airport arrival & transfer to a Hotel in Cochin. Afternoon visit Old Cochin, Dutch Palace (closed on Fridays), Jewish Synagogue (closed on Fridays and all Jewish Holidays) St. Francis Church.	Le Meridien- 05 star hotel located in Tranquil backwaters
2	Cochin - Alleppey	Drive to Alleppey Enjoy your full day on Houseboat with all meals in Traditional Kerala style	Ac Premium Houseboat
3	Alleppey- Munnar	Drive to Munnar , visit Tea Museum, Eravikulam national park	Club Mahindra - Harmony with Nature located away from busy Town
4	Munnar - Madurai	Arrival at Madurai and transfer to a Hotel in Madurai. Evening Visit Madura Meenakshi Temple	Heritage _Unique urban resort located in the heart of Temple city
5	Madurai-Kumbakonam	Drive to Kumbakonam, Adi Kumbeshwarar temple and Sarangapani temple.	Mantra Veppathur Located in Temple town in a Village
6	Kumbakonam -Mahabalipuram	Drive to Mahabalipuram Mahishasuramardini cave, Kotikal Mandapam, and the Dharmraja cave.	GRT Temple bay – Located in the coromandel coast with breath taking view of the Bay of Bengal and the world famous shore temple
7	Mahabalipuram- Chennai	Drive to Chennai Santhome Cathedral, Fort St. George, and government museum (Closed on Fridays) Kapaleeswara temple.	The Leela Palace– The One and only hotel in Chennai city with absolute sea view rooms
8	Chennai departure

Paying Pax	PER PERSON - Amount in Euros	Notes
02 Pax (FIT) – sedan	678	With Local Guides
04 Pax –Large car	555	With Local Guides
06 pax – Ac van	526	With Local Guides
08 pax – Ac van	502	With Local Guides
Single Room Supplement	344	With Local Guides