Cultural and Scenic Tour of Alappuzha and Chennai

12 days • Free CancellationPickup availableInstant confirmationPrivate tourGuided • Operated by AGORA VOYAGES (OPC) PRIVATE LIMITED

Why we love it?

The Best Kept Secret of Kerala & Tamilnadu is a 12-day tour that explores the rich cultural and natural landscapes of southern India, focusing on Alappuzha and Chennai. This experience is ideal for travelers seeking a blend of serene backwaters, vibrant city life, and traditional cuisine. Highlights include guided visits to local attractions, opportunities for authentic culinary experiences, and comfortable accommodations throughout the journey. What sets this tour apart is its emphasis on lesser-known destinations, allowing participants to immerse themselves in the local culture while enjoying the hospitality of the region.
Cultural and Scenic Tour of Alappuzha and ChennaiCultural and Scenic Tour of Alappuzha and ChennaiCultural and Scenic Tour of Alappuzha and ChennaiCultural and Scenic Tour of Alappuzha and ChennaiCultural and Scenic Tour of Alappuzha and Chennai View all (51)

Inclusions

  • Breakfast
  • Dinner
  • Lunch
  • Assistance on arrival at the airport.
  • 11 Nights' accommodation (if option selected) in selected price category hotels.
  • Private AC car/van for airport transfers, sightseeing, and excursions as per the program.
  • English speaking tour guide on sightseeing days (local guide in each city), as per the program
  • Monument entrances and activity charges mentioned in the itinerary.
  • Bottled drinking water in the car.
  • Government taxes.

Exclusions

  • Any flight ticket.
  • Camera charges at monuments if any.
  • Meals other than mentioned in inclusions.
  • Expenses of personal nature like liquor, laundry, tips, telephone, fax, internet, etc.
  • Gratuities and optional activities.
  • Anything not mentioned in the inclusions.

Itinerary

Day 1

  • Arrive Cochin

  • On arrival at Cochin airport assistance & transfer hotel, check in. In the evening enjoy Kathakali, a traditional dance form of Kerala with lavish costumes, exotic makeup, masks etc.

  • Overnight at hotel.

Day 2

  • Cochin - Alleppey (60kms)

  • Breakfast at hotel. Morning city tour visiting Fort Cochin St. Frances Church, Jewish Synagogue, Mattancherry Dutchs Palace & Chinese fishing nets.

  • Later transfer to Alleppey boat jetty to board houseboat and sail through the tropical countryside enchanting backwaters. The Houseboats have generated electricity, sitting cum dining area, separate bedroom with attached English toilets, sun deck and fully loaded kitchen with a chef & driver.

  • Overnight in Houseboat.

Day 3

  • Alleppey - Thekkady (160kms)

  • Breakfast at hotel. Disembark from houseboat and drive to Thekkady check in at hotel. Evening watch Martial Arts & Kathakali Dance show.

  • Overnight at hotel.

Day 4

  • Thekkady

  • Breakfast at hotel. Explore Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary on a boat. Sanctuary is home to tigers, elephant, rare lion-tailed macaques, sambar deer, leopards and Indian bison. Later spice plantation tour to see crops of cardamom, cinnamon, pepper, coffee etc.

  • Overnight at hotel.

Day 5

  • Thekkady - Munnar (100kms)

  • Breakfast at hotel. Drive to Munnar via Ramakkalmedu one of the windiest places in Asia and being so, one can find here a wind farm generating electricity. Visit Frog Rock, Turtle Rock and the highest twin-statue in Kerala called Kuravan & Kurathi.

  • Continue drive to Munnar check in at hotel.

  • Overnight at hotel.

Day 6

  • Munnar

  • Breakfast at hotel. Visit Pothamedu, Mattupetty dam, Rajamala hill, Eravikulam National Park, Mattupedi Farm, Echo Point & Tea Museum.

  • Overnight at hotel.

Day 7

  • Munnar - Madurai (160kms)

  • Breakfast at hotel. Drive to Madurai check in at hotel. Later visit Meenakshi Temple, Thirumalai Nayakar Palace, Alagar Koil, Tiruparankundram Murugan Temple & Palamuthirsolai Murugan Temple.

  • Overnight at hotel.

Day 8

  • Madurai - Trichy - Thanjavur (190kms)

  • Breakfast at hotel. Drive to Thanjavur, via visiting Trichy Sri Ranganathaswamy Temple, Rock Fort Temple & Jambukeshwara temple. On arrival check in at hotel.

  • Later visit Brihadeshwara Temple built by great Chola king in the 10th century. Also visit Thanjavur Palace & Museum.

  • Overnight at hotel.

Day 9

  • Thanjavur - Darasuram - Gangaikondacholapuram - Chidambaram - Pondicherry (180kms)

  • Breakfast at hotel. Drive to Pondicherry via visiting The Great Living Chola Temples at Darasuram, Airavateshwarar Temple a storehouse of art and architecture and Gangaikonda Cholapuram Temple complex which includes Nandi Mandapa, Alankar Mandapa, Maha Mandapa, Mukha Mandapa and Ardha Mandapa. Also visit Chidambaram Nataraja Temple dedicated to the dancing posture of Lord Shiva.

  • Overnight at hotel.

Day 10

  • Pondicherry

  • Breakfast at hotel. Visit Aurovil & Pondicherry Museum. Drive pass or walk through stunning French Quarters, charming mustard streets and colonial villas which include French consulate, Raj Nivas, Government Square, Churches & French schools. Rest time free and easy to rtelax on the beach.

  • Overnight at hotel.

Day 11

  • Pondicherry - Mahabalipuram - Kanchipuram - Chennai (240kms)

  • Breakfast at hotel. Drive to Chennai enroute visit Mahabalipuram Monolithic Temples, Five Rathas, Krishna Butterball, Cave Temples, Shore Temple & The Arjuna Penance.

  • Next visit Kanchipuram Kailasanathar temple, Ekambareswarar temple, Varadharaja temple, Vaikundhaperumal temple & Kamakshiamman temple.

  • Continue drive to Chennai check in and o/n at hotel.

  • Overnight at hotel.

Day 12

  • Chennai - Departure (Flight)

  • Breakfast at hotel. City tour of Chennai visit Fort St. George, St Mary's Church inside the fortress, Kapaleeshwarar Temple, Vadapalani Murugan Temple, Government Museum, Dakshinachitra Museum, Santhome Cathedral & Marina Beach.

  • Later as per flight schedule transfer to airport to board flight for onward destination.

Please Note

  • Stroller or pram accessible
  • Infants must not sit on laps
  • Infant seats unavailable
  • Not suitable for pets
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Hotels used or similar for 11 nights accommodation Cochin x 1 night
  • 3* - The Dune Hotel/ Abad Plaza
  • 4* - Casino Hotel/ The Avenue Regent
  • 5* - Xandari Harbour/ Le Meridien Alleppey x 1 night
  • 3* - Deluxe Houseboat (ATDC Houseboat/ Dream Boats)
  • 4* - Premium Houseboat (Abad Premium Houseboats/ Rainbow Premium Houseboats)
  • 5* - Luxury Houseboat (Xandari Riverscapes/ Lakes & Lagoons) Pariyar (Thekkady) x 2 night
  • 3* - Abad Green Forest/ Hotel Treetop
  • 4* - The Elephant Court/ Cardamom County
  • 5* - Spice village/ Cardamom County Munnar x 2 nights
  • 3* - Fort Munnar/ Abad Copper Castle
  • 4* - Nature Zone Jungle Resort/ Fragrant Nature Munnar
  • 5* - Chandys Windy Woods/ Tea County Madurai x 1 night
  • 3* - Astoria by Sparsa/ Madurai’s Residency
  • 4* - GRT Regency/ Fortune Pandiyan Hotel
  • 5* - Heritage Madurai/ The Gateway Hotel Pasumalai Thanjavur x 1 night
  • 3* - Grand Gardenia/ Oriental Towers 4* - Le Pondy/ The Windflower Resort & Spa
  • 5* - Svatma Pondicherry x 2 night
  • 3* - Shenbaga Hotel/ Annamalai International
  • 4* - Le Pondy/ The Windflower Resort & Spa
  • 5* - Palais De Mahe/ La Villa Chennai x 1 night
  • 3* - Raj Park/ MGM East Woods
  • 4* - The Raintree/ Accord Metropolitan
  • 5* - ITC Grand Chola/ The Leela Palace

Know Before You Go

  • Public transportation nearby

Cancellation Policy

Fully refundable until 2 days before start

Non-refundable after 2 days before start

Similar Tours

More From AGORA VOYAGES (OPC) PRIVATE LIMITED