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Bangalore to Kovalam South India Temple & Beach

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Duration

14 Nights / 15 Days

Tour Type

Daily Tour

Group Size

8 people

Languages

English

Overview

Embark on a captivating journey through South India, where ancient temples, royal palaces, serene beaches, and vibrant culture await you. Begin your tour in Bangalore and travel through Tamil Nadu’s spiritual and architectural wonders in Vellore, Kanchipuram, Chennai, Mahabalipuram, Pondicherry, Chidambaram, Thanjavur, and Madurai. Explore sacred Jyotirlinga shrines, UNESCO World Heritage temples, and magnificent palaces. Experience the divine coastal town of Rameshwaram and the southern tip of India at Kanyakumari. Finally, unwind in the tropical paradise of Kovalam, enjoying its golden beaches and coastal charm. The tour offers private transportation with an English-speaking driver throughout.

Highlights

  • Visit UNESCO World Heritage sites of Mahabalipuram, Thanjavur & Darasuram
  • Explore active Jyotirlinga temples at Madurai & Rameshwaram
  • Stroll through French colonial streets in Pondicherry
  • Witness the majestic ocean confluence at Kanyakumari
  • Relax on the tropical beaches of Kovalam

Bulk discount (by Percent)

Bulk discount adult
# Discount group From adult To adult Value
1 Discount on 2-person group 2 2 44.9%
2 Discount on 3-person group 3 3 44.9%
3 Discount on 4-person group 4 4 51.7%
4 Discount on 5-person group 5 5 50.4%
5 Discount on 6-person group 6 6 56.1%
6 Discount on 7-person group 7 7 54.5%
7 Discount on 8-person group 8 8 59.6%

Itinerary

Day 1: Arrival Bangalore

• Arrival at Bangalore Airport, meet and transfer to hotel.
• (Standard check-in time: 12:00 PM)
• Rest of the day free for leisure and personal activities.
• Overnight at hotel.

Day 2: Bangalore City Tour

• Cubbon Park: A lush green central park offering peace amidst the bustling city.
• Lal Bagh Botanical Garden: Famous for its glass house and over 1800 species of plants.
• Bangalore Fort: 16th-century fort symbolizing Mysore's resistance to British rule.
• Tipu Sultan’s Summer Palace: An exquisite wooden palace of Tipu Sultan with ornate interiors.
• Bangalore Palace: A grand palace inspired by Windsor Castle, showcasing royal opulence.
• Bull Temple: Dedicated to Nandi, the sacred bull of Lord Shiva.
• ISKCON Temple: One of the largest ISKCON temples dedicated to Lord Krishna.
• Drive past Vidhana Soudha, Secretariat, and government buildings.
• Overnight at hotel.

Day 3: Bangalore – Vellore (220 km)

• Breakfast at hotel.
• Drive to Vellore and check-in at hotel.
• Sri Lakshmi Narayani Golden Temple: Covered with 1500 kg of pure gold, this temple shines with spiritual grandeur.
• Vellore Fort: A massive 16th-century granite fort built during Vijayanagara rule.
• Jalakandeswarar Temple: An ancient Shiva temple inside Vellore Fort with fine stone carvings.
• Overnight at hotel.

Day 4: Vellore – Chennai via Kanchipuram (145 km)

• Breakfast at hotel.
• Drive to Chennai via Kanchipuram.
• Kailasanathar Temple: An 8th-century temple known for its early Dravidian architecture.
• Ekambareswarar Temple: Houses a sacred mango tree believed to be 2500 years old.
• Varadharaja Perumal Temple: One of the 108 Divya Desams dedicated to Lord Vishnu.
• Vaikunta Perumal Temple: Notable for its unique sculptures and three-tiered sanctum.
• Kamakshi Amman Temple: A major Shakti Peetha dedicated to Goddess Parvati.
• Continue to Chennai, check-in at hotel.
• Fort St. George & St. Mary’s Church: The first British fortress in India.
• Kapaleeshwarar Temple: A 16th-century Shiva temple with stunning Dravidian gopurams.
• Vadapalani Murugan Temple: Popular for its miraculous powers and devotion to Lord Murugan.
• Government Museum: Houses ancient artifacts, art, and natural history exhibits.
• Dakshinachitra Museum: Showcases South India’s rich craft, architecture, and culture.
• Santhome Cathedral Basilica: Built over the tomb of St. Thomas, the apostle of Jesus.
• Drive past Marina Beach, one of the longest beaches in the world.
• Overnight at hotel.

Day 5: Chennai – Pondicherry via Mahabalipuram (160 km)

• Breakfast at hotel.
• Drive to Pondicherry via Mahabalipuram.
• Five Rathas: Monolithic rock-cut temples representing Dravidian architecture.
• Krishna’s Butterball: A large boulder miraculously balanced on a slope.
• Cave Temples: 7th-century rock-cut sanctuaries adorned with fine carvings.
• Shore Temple: Overlooking the Bay of Bengal, built during the Pallava dynasty.
• Arjuna’s Penance: The world’s largest bas-relief sculpture.
• Continue to Pondicherry and check-in at hotel.
• Auroville & Matrimandir: A utopian city and golden-domed meditation center.
• Pondicherry Museum: Showcasing French colonial artifacts and sculptures.
• Walk through the French Quarters with colorful colonial architecture.
• Evening free at Promenade Beach.
• Overnight at hotel.

Day 6: Pondicherry – Thanjavur via Chidambaram, Gangaikonda Cholapuram & Darasuram (180 km)

• Breakfast at hotel.
• Drive to Chidambaram.
• Nataraja Temple: Dedicated to Lord Shiva’s cosmic dance, built by Chola kings.
• Gangaikonda Cholapuram Temple: A masterpiece of Chola artistry, known for its grand vimana.
• Darasuram Airavatesvara Temple: Features intricate stone work and chariot-shaped halls.
• Drive to Thanjavur and check-in at hotel.
• Overnight at hotel.

Day 7: Thanjavur – Chettinad via Trichy (140 km)

• Breakfast at hotel.
• Brihadeshwara Temple: UNESCO World Heritage site with its towering vimana.
• Vijayanagar Fort: Historic fort housing many royal structures.
• Thanjavur Art Gallery: Houses Chola bronzes and sculptures.
• Saraswathi Mahal Library: Ancient library preserving rare palm leaf manuscripts.
• Drive to Trichy.
• Sri Ranganathaswamy Temple: The largest functioning Hindu temple complex in the world.
• Rock Fort Temple: An ancient hilltop shrine with panoramic city views.
• Jambukeswarar Temple: Dedicated to Lord Shiva, representing the water element.
• Continue to Chettinad, check-in at hotel.
• Overnight at hotel.

Day 8: Chettinad – Madurai (90 km)

• Breakfast at hotel.
• Visit Chettinad mansions with imported European decor and unique limestone architecture.
• Explore local crafts like Athangudi tiles and hand-woven sarees.
• Drive to Madurai, check-in at hotel.
• Overnight at hotel.

Day 9: Madurai – Rameshwaram (170 km)

• Breakfast at hotel.
• Meenakshi Temple: A massive temple complex with over 33 million carvings.
• Thirumalai Nayakar Palace: A grand 17th-century palace with Indo-Saracenic design.
• Alagar Koil & Palamuthirsolai Murugan Temple: Sacred hill shrines of Lord Vishnu and Murugan.
• Drive to Rameshwaram, check-in at hotel.
• Overnight at hotel.

Day 10: Rameshwaram – Kanyakumari (320 km)

• Breakfast at hotel.
• Ramanathaswamy Temple: One of India’s holiest Jyotirlinga sites with the world’s longest corridor.
• Lakshmana Tirtham: Dedicated to Lord Lakshmana with intricate sculptures.
• Adam’s Bridge (Ram Setu viewpoint): Believed to be the bridge built by Lord Rama’s army to Sri Lanka.
• Drive to Kanyakumari, check-in at hotel.
• Overnight at hotel.

Day 11: Kanyakumari – Kovalam (80 km)

• Breakfast at hotel.
• Vivekananda Rock Memorial: Built on the site where Swami Vivekananda meditated.
• Vattakottai Fort: Seaside fort offering panoramic ocean views.
• Kumari Amman Temple: Ancient temple dedicated to Goddess Kanyakumari.
• Walk along Kanyakumari Beach, the confluence point of three seas.
• Drive to Kovalam, check-in at hotel.
• Overnight at hotel.

Day 12: Kovalam & Trivandrum Sightseeing

• Breakfast at hotel.
• Padmanabhaswamy Temple: Famous for its gold-covered sanctum and hidden treasures.
• Attukal Temple: Revered shrine known for its Pongala festival.
• Napier Museum: Showcasing Kerala’s art, culture, and heritage.
• Kuthira Malika Palace Museum: Royal palace exhibiting rare artifacts and architecture.
• Sri Chitra Art Gallery: Collection of paintings by Raja Ravi Varma and others.
• Drive along Shankumugham, Kovalam, Vizhinjam & Lighthouse Beaches.
• Overnight at hotel.

Day 13: Kovalam (Leisure Day)

• Breakfast at hotel.
• Full day at leisure to relax on the beach or enjoy optional Ayurveda and spa treatments.
• Overnight at hotel.

Day 14: Kovalam (Leisure Day)

• Breakfast at hotel.
• Full day at leisure to relax on the beach or enjoy optional Ayurveda and spa treatments.
• Overnight at hotel.

Day 15: Kovalam – Departure

• Breakfast at hotel.
• Transfer to Trivandrum Airport for departure.

Included/Excluded

  • Assistance on arrival at airport.
  • 14 Night's accommodation in 5-star hotels.
  • Daily breakfast and meal as per day plane.
  • Private air-conditioned deluxe car for airport transfer, sightseeing and excursion as per program.
  • English speaking tour guide on sightseeing days (local guide in each city), as per program.
  • Monuments entrances and activities charges mentioned in the itinerary.
  • Bottled drinking water in car.
  • Government taxes.
  • Any flight tickets.
  • Camera charges at monuments.
  • Expenses of personal nature like liquor, laundry, tips, telephone, fax, internet etc.
  • Gratuities & optional activities.
  • Anything not mentioned in inclusions.

Tour's Location

FAQs

What is the standard of the hotels on this tour?

Q: What kind of hotel accommodation is included in the package price?
We provide accommodation at carefully selected 5-star hotels or the best available quality options in destinations where luxury properties are limited. Hotels are chosen for their comfort, location, and service standards. In case a specific hotel is unavailable, an equivalent standard property will be offered.

Hotels used or similar for this tour (14 Nights Accommodation):
Bangalore – 2 Nights: ITC Gardenia, a Luxury Collection/ Vivanta Bengaluru, Residency Road
Vellore – 1 Night: Fortune Park Vellore
Chennai – 1 Night: Radisson Blu Hotel GRT Chennai/ Hilton Chennai
Pondicherry – 1 Night: Palais De Mahe/ La Villa
Thanjore – 1 Night: Svatma
Chettinad – 1 Night: Visalam Cgh Earth
Madurai – 1 Night: Courtyard by Marriott/ The Gateway Hotel Pasumalai
Rameshwaram – 1 Night: The Residency Towers
Kanyakumari – 1 Night: Sparsa Kanyakumari/ The Seashore Hotel
Kovalam – 4 Nights: Raviz Kovalam/ Vivanta by Taj - Green Cove

Q: Can I request a specific hotel or upgrade the hotel category?

Yes, we offer flexibility to upgrade hotels to luxury five-star or boutique properties at an additional cost, subject to availability. You can also request specific hotels during the booking process, and we will do our best to accommodate your preference.

Q: Are breakfast and other meals included at the hotels?

Breakfast is generally included with hotel stays unless stated otherwise. Lunch and dinner are optional and can be added to your package upon request. You can also explore local dining during the tour.

Q: Will I get confirmation for the exact hotels before my trip?

Yes, once your booking is confirmed, we will share the final list of hotel names and contact details along with your tour confirmation documents.

Q: I’m looking for a more budget-friendly tour. Can you provide prices with standard or 4-star hotels?

Absolutely! We understand that every traveler has different preferences and budgets. If you prefer standard accommodation or 4-star hotel options instead of the default 5-star hotels, we can customize the tour and provide a tailored quote based on your requirements.

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