Overview

Route : Delhi-Chennai-Mamallapuram-Pondicherry-Thanjavur-Karaikudi-Madurai-Rajakkad-Coonoor-Ooty-Coimbatore-Delhi
Discover the cultural treasure trove of the state of Tamilnadu , known earlier as the Madras state, a state considered the cradle of Indian ulture and architecture.
Tamil Nadu has found a place in the New York Times’ list of 52 places to go in 2016 and has been correctly described as the gateway to India’s cultural core.
From the astounding architectural brilliance of the intricately built temples of Mamallapuram, Tanjore and Madurai to the quaint villages and spicy meals of Chettinad to the lush green Nilgiri mountains, beautiful Tamilnadu, a classical civilization that continues to thrive today  is a fascinating destination and a treasure trove of history, culture and nature - waiting to be discovered.

15 Nights 16 Days Available on request
Inclusions/Exclusions

What is included in the tour

FAQ (Frequently asked questions)
As you prepare to visit India, we hope our answers to these frequently asked questions will help you on your way. Please find the FAQ here https://www.monkfoot.com/frequently-asked-faq
If there’s anything else you need, just give us a call or drop us a mail.

Best Time to visit and climate:
The best time for this trip is January - March. April onwards is summer when when the temperature increases and then the monsoon prevails from July to December. Novemebr - December sees the highest rainfall.

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What is NOT included in the tour

Personal expenses like laundry, tips & gratuity, telephone charges.
Flight or train tickets.
Anything not mentioned in Inclusions.

Frequenty Asked Questions(FAQ)

FAQ (Frequently asked questions)
As you prepare to visit India, we hope our answers to these frequently asked questions will help you on your way. Please find the FAQ here https://www.monkfoot.com/frequently-asked-faq
If there’s anything else you need, just give us a call or drop us a mail.
Trip Garde / Difficulty
This trip is of Level 1 (Light) category.
Please find the Grade details here : https://www.monkfoot.com/trip-grade

Best Time to visit and climate:
The best time for this trip is January - March. April onwards is summer when when the temperature increases and then the monsoon prevails from July to December. Novemebr - December sees the highest rainfall.

Brief Itinerary
Day 1

Arrive in Delhi

Delhi
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Transfer to Hotel. Rest and relax.

Day 2

Delhi - Chennai

Chennai
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Transfer to Chennai by Air.
Afternoon - Explore Chennai.

Day 3

Chennai - Mamallapuram - Kancheepuram

Chennai
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Transfer to Mamallapuram ( 60 km / 1.5 hrs), on the way visit Kancheepuram.

Day 4

Mamallapuram

Mamallapuram
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Explore Mamallapuram (UNESCO Heritage)   : Shore Temple, Five Rathas, Arjuna’s Penance, Varaha Caves , Krishmna’s Butterball.

Day 5

Mamallapuram - Pondicherry

Mamallapuram
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Transfer to Pondicherry ( 120 km / 3 hrs).
Rest and relax in the afternoon.

Day 6

Pondicherry

Pondicherry
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Explore Pondicherry  : Pondicherry French Quarters, Pondicherry Tmil Quarters, Mannakula Vinayaka Temple, Pondicherry Promenade.

Day 7

Pondicherry - Thanjavur

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Transfer to Tanjore / Thanjavur (170 km / 4 hrs).
Explore Tanjore  : Brihadeshwara Temple (UNESCO Heritage).

Day 8

Thnjavur

Thanjavur
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Explore Tanjore : Gangaikondacholisvaram and the Airavatesvara Temple  (UNESCO Heritage).

Day 9

Thanjavur - Karaikudi (Chettinad)

Thanjavur
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Transfer to Karaikudi (100 km / 2.5 hrs).
Explore Chettinad.

Day 10

Karaikudi - Madurai

Karaikudi
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Transfer to Madurai (100 km / 2.5 hrs)
Explore Madurai : Meenakshi Temple

Day 11

Madurai

Madurai
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Explore Madurai : Meenakshi Temple, Thirumala Nayaka Palace, Evening Ceremony.

Day 12

Madurai - Coimbatore

Madurai
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Transfer to Rajakkad (220 km / 4 hrs)..

Day 13

Coimbatore-Mettupalayam-Coonoor

Coimbatore
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Transfer to Mettupalayam (40 km / 1.5 hrs)
Ride UNESCO heritage toy train to Coonoor.

Day 14

Coonoor

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rest and relax in Coonoor.

Day 15

Coonoor - Coimbatore - Delhi

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Transfer to Coimbatore Airport ( 70 km / 2.5 hrs)
Fly to Delhi.

Route Map