Get ready to discover the true soul of South India in one memorable 13-day journey. Our incredible tour to South India offers a perfect journey for travelers who want to see different sides of India in one trip. In our South India itinerary, you will explore ancient temples, peaceful beaches, colorful towns and famous cultural places. It gives you a complete experience of Tamil Nadu and Kerala in one trip.
Our 13 days South India tour starts from Chennai and ends in Trivandrum. On the way, you will travel through famous cities, temple towns and coastal destinations. Each destination offers a unique culture, charm and story. During the trip, you will see busy cities such as Chennai and Madurai, quiet temple towns including Kanchipuram & Tanjore and stunning beach destinations like Mahabalipuram, Kanyakumari, Rameswaram and Kovalam. Pondicherry adds a calm French-style charm while Trichy and Trivandrum offer a mix of culture and history. Some places are rich in history and spirituality while others are green, calm and close to nature. This mix of experiences makes the whole trip interesting and enjoyable for every traveler. The main purpose of our itinerary is to give you a smooth and comfortable travel experience.
Here’s the list of some of the major places covered in our South India itinerary 13 days:
Chennai is the initial point of this 13-day journey. It is a big and busy city with temples, beaches and local markets. Marina Beach is one of the most popular spots where you can enjoy the sea breeze and sunset views. This city is known for attractions like Kapaleeshwarar Temple, Fort St. George and the beautiful San Thome Cathedral. You will also visit St. Mary’s Church which is one of the oldest churches in India and Kalakshetra Cultural Village which is known for art and traditional dance. Chennai gives you a true feel of the culture, lifestyle and food of South India.
Kanchipuram is well-known as the city of temples and is famous for its spiritual importance. It has many ancient temples with beautiful stone carvings and traditional South Indian architecture. You will visit famous temples like Ekambareswarar Temple, Kamakshi Amman Temple and Varadharaja Perumal Temple which attract visitors from all over the country. This city is also popular for its silk sarees, known for their fine quality and beautiful designs. You can even visit a silk weaving factory to see how these traditional sarees are made.
Mahabalipuram is a coastal town famous for its rock-cut temples and beautiful stone sculptures. Shore Temple is one of the main attractions which offers amazing sea views and historic charm. You will also visit famous places like Krishna Mandapam, Five Rathas and Arjuna’s Penance which show detailed carvings and ancient artwork. These monuments reflect the rich history and skills of old-time craftsmen. The peaceful beach views make this destination even more beautiful.
Pondicherry is a peaceful and colorful town known for its French-style streets, colonial buildings and relaxed atmosphere. Explore some of the popular places such as Sri Aurobindo Ashram and Auroville Town. Along with this, you will visit the famous Manakula Vinayagar Devasthanam Temple, French War Memorial and Mahatma Gandhi Statue. This town still reflects the charm of old French colonies which makes it feel different from other cities in India.
Tanjour, or Thanjavur, is a cultural city known for its rich art, history and temple architecture. The famous Brihadeeswarar Temple is the main attraction and is known for its grand design and incredible carvings. This city is also connected to the great living Chol temples which show the architectural brilliance of the Chola dynasty. You will also visit Thanjavur Palace, known for its royal history, museums and old artworks. Tanjore is famous for traditional paintings, classical music and dance forms.
Trichy is also known as Tiruchirappalli and it is a historic city known for temples, forts & spiritual importance. One of the main attractions is the famous Sri Ranganatha Swamy Temple which is one of the largest temple complexes in India. Visit the well-known Rockfort which is built on a huge rock and offers breathtaking city views from the top. Along with this, you can explore Thayumanavar Temple and Ucchi Pillayar Temple, both popular among tourists and devotees. Trichy offers a beautiful blend of culture, history and spirituality.
Madurai is one of the oldest cities in India and is famous for its rich culture and temple heritage. The main attraction is the beautiful Meenakshi Temple which is known for its colorful towers, detailed carvings and spiritual importance. Visit the grand Thirumalai Nayak Palace which reflects royal architecture and history. Other important places include Alagar Kovil, Koodal Azhagar Temple and Thiruparankundram Murugan Temple. This city is always lively with local food, festivals and traditional culture.
Rameswaram is a holy island town with great religious importance and a strong connection to the Ramayana story. Visit Shri Rameshwaram Temple which is popular for its long corridors, spiritual value and beautiful pillars. You will also explore Panchmukhi Hanuman Mandir which is famous for displaying the mysterious floating stones believed to be linked to the Ram Setu story. The long sea bridge, peaceful beaches and temple atmosphere make Rameswaram calm and spiritual.
Below are the reasons why choosing our 13-day journey is the right choice for travelers:
The ideal time to discover the charm of South India is from October, November, December, January to February. These months offer cool weather which makes travel comfortable. Winter is the perfect season for sightseeing, temple visits and outdoor activities. Coastal destinations feel fresh and relaxed during this period. You can enjoy beaches, local markets and famous attractions without too much heat. It is best to avoid summer months as it can be hot in many parts of South India.
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Begin your fun filled South India vacation with your arrival at Chennai. Meet our guide who will pick you up from the airport and then transfer you to the hotel. Upon arrival, check into the hotel and rest for a while. You can spend your day at leisure or traverse around the busy local market. Overnight stay at a hotel in Chennai.
Today after breakfast, get ready to explore the beautiful city of Chennai. Leave from the hotel and head to Fort St George which is one of the major tourist attractions that should be visited when in Chennai. The beautiful architecture of the fort and the historical importance makes it an amazing spot to understand the history of the city. Then head to St Mary’s Church, Kapeeleshawara Temple that is dedicated to Lord Shiva. A visit to this temple will lend you a glimpse into the rich Tamil culture. Proceed to San Thome Cathedral and Marina Beach which is one of the best places to relax and enjoy your day. Marina Beach in Tamil Nadu is a urban beauty that will take your breath away. With spectacular beauty and amazing landscape, you are sure to get an enchanting experience. Later you will be visiting Kalakshetra Cultural village that showcases different types of art forms that prevails in India. Return back by evening for overnight stay at the hotel in Chennai.
After breakfast, check out from the hotel and proceed to Kanchipuram which is a 2.5 hour drive from Chennai. On arriving at Kanchipuram, visit some of the well known temples of the city such as Varadharaja Perumal Temple, Ekambareshwrar Temple, Kamakshi Amman Temple where you can spend some time in peace and even understand the importance of the region. If you have time left, head to visit silk weaving factory of Kanchipuram where you can learn about the procedure of making sarees. Later head to Mahabalipuram which is your next stop on your tour to South India. Upon arrival, check in and overnight stay at the hotel in Mahabalipuram.
Have your breakfast at the hotel and later proceed for sightseeing tour of Mahabalipuram. The city of Mahabalipuram is well known for its carved temples and rock cut caves making it a one stop destination for every kind of traveler. It is now a UNESCO World Heritage Site attracting tourists from all walks of life. Head to visit some of the famous attractions of the city such as Krishna Mandapam, Five Rathas, Shore Temple and Arjuna’s Penance where you can witness the ancient Pallava architecture in South India.
Today you will be driving to Pondicherry which is a 2hour drive from Mahabalipuram. Have your breakfast and leave for Pondicherry. On arrival check into the hotel and rest for a while. After freshening up, visit some of the famous attractions such as Auroville town which is a universal township where people from all over the world come and live together in peace. Proceed to Sri Aurobindo Ashram that was built in the year 1926 and was set with the sole purpose of helping people attain moksha and inner peace. Then head to Manakula Vinayagar Devasthanam Temple, Mahatma Gandhi Statue and French war memorial. By evening you can stroll around the French colonies and understand the importance of the region. Overnight Stay in Pondicherry.
Begin your tour with your departure from Pondicherry. Have your breakfast and head to Tanjore which your next stop on this South India Tour. Enroute visit Thillai Nataraja Temple which is situated in the city of Chidambaram. This beautiful temple is the main shrine of Lord Shiva since ancient times. Later continue your journey to Tanjore. Upon arrival, check into the hotel and spend the day at leisure. Overnight stay at the hotel in Tanjore
Today, your day will begin with your delicious breakfast at the hotel. Later proceed to the city tour of Tanjore where you will be visiting Shri Brahadeeswarar temple which is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and a well known attraction in the city. Then head to Great Living chola Temples and Thanjavur Palace. Later drive to Trichy which is a 2 hour drive from Tanjore. Check into the hotel on arrival and spend the day at leisure. Overnight stay at the hotel in Trichy.
After breakfast, check out from the hotel and head to visit Sri RanganathaSwamy Temple, Tiruchirappalli Rockfort which is known to be the historic fortification and a unique temple complex that was built on an ancient rock. Then head to visit Thayumanavar Temple and Ucchi Pillayar Temple which is a 7th century Hindu Temple that is dedicated to Lord Ganesha. Later drive to Madurai which is approximately 2.5 hours drive from Trichy. On arrival check in and overnight stay at the hotel in Madurai.
Start your morning with lip smacking breakfast at your hotel and later proceed for Madurai Tour that covers some of the famous places such as Meenakshi Temple which is known to be one of the best temples of South India. Then head to Tirumalai Nayaka Palace which is an excellent Indo-sarsanic architecture temple that exhibits the true importance of the region. Later proceed to Koodal Azhagar Temple, Alagar Kovil, Thiruparankundram Murugan Temple or Subramanya Temple which is a unique Hindu temple and one of the six abodes of Murugan. Return back by evening for overnight stay at the hotel.
Today, after breakfast, proceed to Rameshwaram which is a 4 hours drive from the city of Madurai. Rameshwaram is a well known lace where Lord Rama built a bridge across the ocean in order to rescue his wife Sita from Ravana. On arrival at Rameshwaram check into the hotel and rest for a while. Freshen up and visit Ramanathan Temple, Sri Panchmukhi Hanuman Mandir and Floating stones, Shri Rameshwaram Temple. Later come back to hotel for overnight stay
After breakfast, get ready for a scenic drive from Rameshwaram to Kanyakumari which is your next stop on this tour. Enroute visit the Thiruchendur Murugan Temple and admire the beauty of the place. Later continue your drive to Kanyakumari. Upon arrival, check into the hotel and enjoy the beautiful sunset view of Kanyakumari shore. Overnight stay at the hotel.
Wake up early today at 6.30 and visit Triveni sangam which is a famous beach where you can see the meeting of three seas-Indian Ocean, Bay of Bengal and Arabian Sea. Later return back to your hotel and munch in your breakfast. Then proceed to visit Vivekanand Rock Memorial and Thiruvalluvar Statue which are famous places to visit in Kanyakumari. Spend your evening at Kanyakumari Beach that will take your breath away. Relax and admire the mesmerizing beauty of the beach and return back to the hotel for overnight stay.
Have your breakfast and leave for Kovalam which is a 2.5 hour drive from Kanyakumari. On arrival check into the hotel and later head to visit some of the famous attractions of the place that includes Sree Padmanabhaswamy Temple, The Napier Museum that is well known for its unique collection of paintings, musical instruments and sculptures. In the evening, spend some time at the Shakumugham Beach where you can relax and admire the beauty of the place. Return back for your overnight stay at the hotel in Kovalam.
Your mesmerizing tour to South India will come to an end where our driver will pick you from the hotel and drop you at Trivandrum airport. From there board flight for your onward destination.
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