Grand South India Tours

Day 01: Chennai: Welcome to India!  You will be received and assisted at the international airport. You will be transferred straight to your hotel and check in. Rest of the day free for leisure.

Day 02: Mahabalipuram:  In the morning you will be transferred to Mahabalipuram in you exclusive vehicle. Relax for a while then move out for visiting to shore temple. Rest of the day completely on your discretion.

Day 03: Pondicherry:  Reach the erstwhile French colony Pondicherry of beautiful boulevards, gothic structures and quiet beaches. Day free to relax and unwind.

Day 04: Pondicherry:  Morning head out for boat trips to see dolphins. During the day visit Auroville (city of dawn) - the famous center for spiritual learning and meditation named after Guru Sri Aurobindo Ghosh.

Day 05: Swamimalai:  In the morning drive to Swamimalai (a small traditional Indian village). Rest of the day completely on your discretion.

Day 06: Sawamimalai:  Day free to explore around.

Day 07: Madurai:  Drive to Madurai in your exclusive vehicle. On arrival check in to youor hotel. Relax for a while. Visit the Thirumal Nayaka Palace and the Dravidian masterpiece Meenakshi Sundereshwar temple which makes the city of Madurai so famous and pulsate with festivities.

Day 08: Periyar:  Drive to Periyar National Park - One of the best jungles in India to see wild elephants. Day free to explore on own.

Day 09: Periyar:  Visit the National Park on boat over Periyar lake where several wild animals come congregate at different times.

Day 10: Munnar:  After a picturesque drive through jungles, waterfalls and spice plantations, reach the high ranges of Munnar- the highest and the most beautiful tea growing region in the world. Visit a tea factory and tea gardens after some leisure.

Day 11: Munnar:  Visit Eravikkulam National Park to see the endangered Nilgiri Tahr. Rest of the day free to visit many beautiful spots around Munnar.

Day 12: Kochi:  Drive to Kochi- the cultural and commercial hub of Kerala. Watch a spectacular Kathakali performance alongwith its unique make-up process. Evening free to explore the vibrant markets.

Day 13: Kochi:  Day sightseeing at Fort Kochi. Visit the Mattancherry palace, Jewish synagogue, Jew town, old spices markets, St. Francis church, Santa Cruz Basilica and Chinese fishing nets. Proceed for a short backwater cruise on traditional rice boats on Vembanad Lake and see coir making factories, toddy shops and cultivated farms.

Day 14: Coonoor:  Drive to Coonoor in your exclusive vehicle. On arrival check in. Visit Ooty town and its various attractions. Option of hiking and trekking in shola forests of Nilgiri Mountains.

Day 15: Nagarhole:  Drive to one of the most famous Jungle resorts in India- Kabini River Lodge. Relax and unwind at this excellent riverside lodge where wild animals are never far away.

Day 16: Nagarhole:  Jungle safari on elephant back to spot the tiger. Rest of the day completely at leisure.

Day 17: Waynad:  Drive to Waynad in your exclusive vehicle. On arrival check in to your hotel 'Green Gate'. Your hotel is located on a hillside amid woods with in the walking distance from town. It is an Ideal for tracking.

Day 18: Kumarakom:  Sail through the backwater canals and reach Kumarakom- an island with a beautiful bird-sanctuary and extremely serene atmosphere. Stay at Coconut Lagoons - a wonderful resort providing restored tharawads as idyllic rooms.

Day 19: Kumarakom:  Day free to relax and explore around.

Day 20: House Boat:  In the morning board the Kettuvalom (house boat) - a traditional rice barge converted into a houseboat with a fully furnished bedroom, attached bathroom, living room and sun deck. You will have your exclusive chef who will prepare tasty meals and seafood for you. For the whole day and night you will be moving over the backwater canals witnessing every aspect of backwater lifestyle in a leisurely manner. You have the discretion to ask your boat to be moored at any point you find appealing.

Day 21: Kochi:  Drive to Kochi in your exclusive vehicle. On arrival check in. Rest of the free for leisure.

Day 22: Mumbai (Departure):  In the morning you will be transferred to the Cochin domestic airport to board the flight to Mumbai. On arrival you will be transferred straight to the international airport to board the flight back to your home (Our Services Ends).