Professional Car and Driver Tour
Day 1: Arrival & Chennai Sightseeing
Arrive in Chennai and meet your driver at the airport or hotel. After a short orientation, begin sightseeing covering the city’s cultural and colonial heritage. Visit Kapaleeshwarar Temple, Santhome Cathedral, Fort St. George, St. Mary’s Church, and the Government Museum.
Overnight stay in Chennai.
Day 2: Excursion to Mahabalipuram
Drive along the scenic East Coast Road to the UNESCO World Heritage site of Mahabalipuram. Explore the Shore Temple, Pancha Rathas, and Cave Temples, showcasing Pallava-era rock-cut architecture. Enjoy a leisurely walk along Mahabalipuram Beach before returning to Chennai.
Overnight stay in Chennai.
Day 3: French Heritage of Pondicherry
Proceed to Pondicherry, known for its Indo-French charm. Visit Auroville (Matrimandir view), Sri Aurobindo Ashram, and stroll through the French Quarter. Continue to Manakula Vinayagar Temple and the Basilica of the Sacred Heart of Jesus.
Overnight stay in Pondicherry.
Day 4: Temples of Kumbakonam & Tanjore
Drive to Kumbakonam, the temple town of Tamil Nadu. Visit the UNESCO-listed Gangaikonda Cholapuram and Brihadeeswarar Temple. Continue to Darasuram to explore the Airavatesvara Temple and witness traditional bronze casting at a local workshop.
Overnight stay in Tanjore.
Day 5: Trichy & Chettinad Experience
Visit key attractions in Trichy before proceeding to the Chettinad region. Explore Chettinad Palace, walk through heritage villages, and observe local craftsmanship. Enjoy a traditional Chettinad-style meal before continuing to Madurai.
Overnight stay in Madurai.
Day 6: Cultural Highlights of Madurai
Discover Madurai’s vibrant culture with visits to the flower market, Gandhi Museum, and Thirumalai Nayak Palace. Enjoy a rickshaw ride and join the Vanakkam Madurai walking tour. Conclude the day with an evening visit to Meenakshi Amman Temple.
Overnight stay in Madurai.
Day 7: Madurai – Thekkady
Drive into Kerala’s lush landscapes en route to Thekkady. Visit a grapes garden and explore a nearby wildlife sanctuary known for its rich biodiversity. Enjoy the cool climate of the Western Ghats.
Overnight stay in Thekkady.
Day 8: Alleppey Backwater Cruise
Proceed to Alleppey and board a traditional houseboat or shikara. Cruise through serene backwaters, passing coconut groves, paddy fields, and village life. Enjoy sunset views and a peaceful ambiance.
Overnight stay on the houseboat in Alleppey.
Day 9: Mararikulam & Kochi Sightseeing
Visit Mararikulam, known for coconut oil production and local cuisine. En route to Kochi, stop to observe coir-making units, tea shops, and rural scenery. In Kochi, visit the Dutch Palace, Jewish Synagogue, and Fort Kochi, followed by a promenade walk.
Overnight stay in Kochi.
Day 10: Departure from Kochi
After breakfast, transfer to Kochi Airport for your onward flight.
Overnight stay not applicable.