South India Royal Journey

Day 1 | Arrive Chennai

Upon arrival at Chennai Airport, meet our representative and transfer to your hotel. After check-in, begin exploring Chennai with visits to historic Fort St. George and the magnificent Kapaleeshwarar Temple. Later, enjoy a relaxing drive along Marina Beach before spending the evening at leisure.Overnight at hotel.

Day 2 | Chennai – Mahabalipuram – Pondicherry

(Drive: Approx. 150 km | 4 hrs)

After breakfast, drive along the scenic East Coast Road to Pondicherry. En route, explore the UNESCO World Heritage monuments of Mahabalipuram, including the Shore Temple, Arjuna's Penance, and the Five Rathas. Upon arrival in Pondicherry, visit the French Quarter, Sri Aurobindo Ashram, and Promenade Beach.Overnight at hotel.

Day 3 | Pondicherry – Chidambaram – Gangaikonda Cholapuram – Darasuram – Thanjavur

(Drive: Approx. 180 km | 5 hrs)

After breakfast, drive to Thanjavur with heritage stops at the magnificent Nataraja Temple in Chidambaram and the UNESCO-listed Great Living Chola Temples at Gangaikonda Cholapuram and Darasuram. Continue to Thanjavur and check into your hotel.Overnight at hotel.

Day 4 | Thanjavur – Trichy

(Drive: Approx. 60 km | 1.5 hrs)

After breakfast, visit the magnificent UNESCO-listed Brihadeeswarar Temple before exploring Thanjavur Palace, the Art Gallery, and Saraswathi Mahal Library. Continue to Trichy and visit the Rock Fort Temple and the impressive Sri Ranganathaswamy Temple at Srirangam.Overnight at hotel.

Day 5 | Trichy – Madurai

(Drive: Approx. 140 km | 3 hrs)

After breakfast, drive to Madurai and visit the magnificent Meenakshi Amman Temple, renowned for its colorful gopurams and intricate sculptures. Continue to Thirumalai Nayakkar Palace before witnessing the evening temple Aarti ceremony.Overnight at hotel.

Day 6 | Madurai – Munnar

(Drive: Approx. 160 km | 5 hrs)

After breakfast, drive through the picturesque Western Ghats to Munnar. Upon arrival, visit a tea plantation and learn about the tea-making process while enjoying breathtaking views of rolling hills covered with lush plantations.Overnight at hotel.

Day 7 | Munnar Sightseeing

After breakfast, enjoy a full-day exploration of Munnar. Visit Eravikulam National Park, Mattupetty Dam, Echo Point, and the Tea Museum while enjoying spectacular mountain scenery and refreshing hill station weather.Overnight at hotel.

Day 8 | Munnar – Ooty

(Drive: Approx. 250 km | 7 hrs)

After breakfast, enjoy a scenic drive through the Western Ghats to Ooty. Upon arrival, check into your hotel and spend the remainder of the day relaxing or exploring the charming hill station at your own pace.Overnight at hotel.

Day 9 | Ooty Sightseeing

After breakfast, explore Ooty's famous attractions including the Botanical Gardens, Rose Garden, Ooty Lake, and Doddabetta Peak. Subject to availability, enjoy a memorable ride on the UNESCO-listed Nilgiri Mountain Railway before browsing the local markets.Overnight at hotel.

Day 10 | Ooty – Mysore

(Drive: Approx. 150 km | 4 hrs)

After breakfast, drive to Mysore and begin exploring the royal city. Visit the magnificent Mysore Palace, Chamundi Hills, and St. Philomena's Church. If visiting during weekends or public holidays, witness the spectacular illumination of Mysore Palace.Overnight at hotel.

Day 11 | Mysore – Somanathapura – Srirangapatna – Hassan

(Drive: Approx. 135 km | 4 hrs)

After breakfast, drive to Hassan with visits to the beautifully carved Chennakesava Temple at Somanathapura and the historic island town of Srirangapatna, including Dariya Daulat Palace and Gumbaz. Continue to Hassan and check into your hotel.Overnight at hotel.

Day 12 | Hassan – Belur – Halebeedu – Bangalore

(Drive: Approx. 250 km | 6 hrs)

After breakfast, visit the magnificent Hoysala temples of Belur and Halebeedu, celebrated for their extraordinary stone carvings and architectural brilliance. Later, drive to Bangalore and check into your hotel.Overnight at hotel.

Day 13 | Bangalore Sightseeing & Departure

After breakfast, explore Bangalore with visits to Lalbagh Botanical Garden and Bangalore Palace. Enjoy some free time for shopping at Commercial Street before transferring to Bangalore Airport for your onward journey.