Spiritual tour of South India

After breakfast, leave for Mahabalipuram. Upon arrival, check in to the Hotel. Sightseeing tour of Mahabalipuram where you will visit some of the popular attractions like Panch- the five rathas, Arjunas Penance which is a masterpiece carved out in the mid 17th century, witness the Mahasura Mandapam Which is a rock cut cave temple that dates back to the late 17th century, shore temple which is a UNESCO World Heritage site dating back to the 8th century. Next visit Krishnas Butter Ball which is a gigantic rock of granite weighing more than 250 tons. After the sightseeing tour, return back by evening and overnight stay at Mahabalipuram.

Today after breakfast, drive to Pondicherry and on arrival, check into the hotel and rest of the day is for leisure. Overnight stay at Pondicherry.

Munch in your breakfast and head for sightseeing tour of Pondicherry where you will visit few places like Aurobindo Ashram which is a spiritual community founded by Sri Aurobindo, drive past the Seaside promenade which is a 1.5 km long stretch along the ocean. Head to visit Pondicherry Museum which is a treasure trove of rare bronze and stone sculptures from the Pallava and Chola dynasties. Evening will be at leisure and overnight stay at Pondicherry.

Enjoy your breakfast and drive to Thanjavur which was once the time capital of Chola Dynasty. En-route visit Chidambaram and have darshan at Nadarajar temple. Afterwords proceed to Kumbakonam, evening visit to Thiruvidaimaruthur Mahalinga Swamy temple, Thirunageshwaram Rahu temple, Oppiliappan temple and Alangudi Guru temple. Continue your drive to Thanjavur. Check in andOvernight stay at Thanjavur.

Begin your sightseeing tour of Thanjavur where you will visit popular places like Brihadeshwara Temple which is an 11th-century temple dedicated to Lord Shiva. Next head to visit Thanjavur Palace which is locally called Aranmanai and is the residence of the Bhosle family that ruled Thanjavur from 1674-1855. Later visit Sivaganga Fort and the art gallery. Overnight stay at Thanjavur.

Today after breakfast, drive to Madurai and on arrival, check into the hotel and rest of the day is for leisure. Overnight stay at Madurai.

After breakfast, head for sightseeing tour of Madurai where you will visit popular attraction like Meenakshi Temple-one of the largest temple complex built between 16th and 18th centuries, Tiruparankundram Murugan Temple which is one of the 6 abodes or holy shrines of Lord Murugan, Palamuthirsolai Murugan Temple- it is one of the 6 holiest Murugan shrines. Later in the evening, return back to Meenakshi Temple to witness the Aarti ceremony. Overnight stay at Madurai.

After breakfast, drive to Ooty and on arrival, check into the hotel. Rest of the day is for leisure. Overnight stay at Ooty.

Enjoy sumptuous breakfast and proceed for local sightseeing tour of Ooty. Situated on the Blue Mountains at an altitude of 2240 metre above the sea level. Also known as the Queen of Hill stations, Ooty is a famous tourist’s spot where you can relax amidst the nature and high mountains. This beautiful hill station is blessed with vast expanses of tea gardens, dense forests, sprawling grasslands and lofty mountains that are sure to make your stay memorable and worthwhile. Enjoy sightseeing tour of Ooty that includes Botanical Gardens, Centenary Rose Park, Rose Garden, Lake, Government Museum, Deer Park and Doddabetta. Return back after your tour for dinner and overnight stay at the hotel.

Today after breakfast, depart for Mysore by road and on arrival check into the hotel. In the afternoon, proceed for local sightseeing tour of Mysore. A calm and serene city, Mysore is a famous tourist attractions situated just 144 km from Bangalore. The city was known as the imperial capital of the erstwhile Mysore Kingdom ruled by then Wodeyar dynasty. You can head for city tour that includes grand Mysore Palace, Chamarajendra Art Gallery, Mysore Zoo Gardens, St. Philomena’s Church, Chamundi Hills Brindavan Gardens and Bylakuppa. Return back by evening for overnight stay.

Have your breakfast and drive to Bangalore. On arrival, check into the hotel and rest for a while and get ready to embark on an amazing sightseeing tour of Bangalore. The capital city of Karnataka, Bangalore is known as the city of gardens and a popular tourist attraction in India. The main interest here includes Lalbagh Gardens, Vidhana Soudha, Cubban Park and Museum, Cariappa Memorial Park, Tippu’s Palace, Bull Temple, Venkatappa Art Gallery etc. Return back by evening and overnight stay at the hotel.

Your South India spiritual tour will come to an end with your departure to Bangalore airport. From there depart for your onward journey.