Private guided tour of Must Visit Places of South India
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Private guided tour of Must Visit Places of South India
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9 Des
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10 Des
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11 Des
Terlaris
Tur 7 hari
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IDR 38.801.400
Tur 2 minggu
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Duration: 15 days
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IDR 83.676.000
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Highlights
In this South India tour over 15 days, guests will experience the unique culture of the 3 South Indian States of Tamil Nadu, Kerala and Karnataka. We will explore the architectural marvels built by patron Kings over the last 1000 years. We will also unravel the mysteries behind colourful rituals in magnificent temples. World heritage monuments of Mahabalipuram, Brihadeswar temple as well as Hampi will be the key highlights. The tour also includes a blissful 24 hours on a house boat in Kerala over the backwaters of the Arabian Sea!
This tour is organized by Five Senses Tours, a private limited company recognized by the Ministry of Tourism and a member of the Indian Association of Tour Operators (IATO). The tour has been designed to support local livelihoods by way of employment of local guides, and supporting local businesses in line with the mission of the company to ensure travel dollars stay where they are spent.
Itinerary
Arrival and Bharatnatyam
Chennai (Madras)
1 hours 30 minsAdmission Ticket Free430 pm- Hotel pick up 530 pm- Bharatanatyam Dance session Bharatanatyam is a unique ancient art from the temples of Tamil Nadu. Our instructor will introduce this dance form through mythical stories and spiritual ideas. Guests will learn the language, concepts, and history of this dance form. The demonstration will be followed by a learning session. Guests will learn to narrate an episode in a story through Bharatnatyam!- AccommodationsOvernight in hotel in Chennai
Chennai city highlights
Fort St. George
1 hoursAdmission Ticket Included2PM- We head towards Saint Fort George, the first English Fortress built in 1644 by the East India Company. We will visit St Mary’s Church, the oldest Anglican Church of India. We will also visit a quaint museum rich with relics of the colonial times.Arulmigu Thiruvallikeni Parthasarathy Temple
45 minsAdmission Ticket IncludedParthasarathy Temple We visit Parthasarthy Temple, the 9th century architectural marvel. Dedicated to Lord Vishnu the Hindu god of preservation, there are many legends around this temple which will be brought alive during the visit.Marina Beach
1 hoursAdmission Ticket IncludedWe visit Marina, the world’s second longest beach and listen to the story of Chennai. Sip in the festivity and learn the legacy of the City through its statues. Experience the city's beliefs at Parthasarthy Temple. Climb an old Light House for an incredible perspective of Chennai!- AccommodationsOvernight in hotel in ChennaiFood And DrinksBreakfast
Kanchipuram
Ekambareswarar Temple
1 hoursAdmission Ticket IncludedWe head towards Kanchipuram, located 75 KM away. We will stop on the way for breakfast and reach our destination by 9 AM. Kanchipuram was the capital of the medieval South Indian Kingdom of Pallavas. The Pallavas were instrumental in the transition from rock-cut architecture to stone temples. We visit Ekambareswarar to appreciate these architectural wonders built in 600 AD.Kailasanathar Temple
1 hoursAdmission Ticket IncludedKailasanathar temple was built in 7th century AD and is famous for its magnificent Vimana, the gopuram over the Sanctum Sanctorum. It speaks volumes of architectural beauty that flourished in the reign of Pallava Kings. The temple is adorned with many interesting sculptures of Lord Shiva in 64 postures, which presents a picture of different aspects in mythology. The fresco paintings are beautifully embellished in the inner walls of the shrine.Kanchipuram
1 hoursAdmission Ticket FreeKanchipuram is renowned for its magnificent Silk Sarees. Silk Sarees are a cultural icon in South India. Ranging in length from 6-9 yards, these Sarees are worn by women during auspicious occasions like a wedding or a birthday. There are more than 5000 families who are into the business of silk weaving. The sarees are weaved from pure mulberry silk thread. We will visit one such Weaver and it will be a memorable experience.Mahabalipuram
Admission Ticket FreeA 2 hour drive will bring us to Mahabalipuram. Mahabalipuram was known to be a trading post during Roman Times. It rose to prominence as a bustling sea port during the rule of the Pallava Dynasty headquartered in Kanchipuram during the 7th century AD. Ships sailing from South India to South East Asia used to depart from the Mahabalipuram port. 330PM-Pancha RathaPancha Rathas
45 minsAdmission Ticket IncludedPanch Rathas, or the 5 chariots is our first destination. These are rock cut monolith temples dedicated to Draupadi and the 5 Pandavas from the epic Mahabharata.Arjuna's Penance
30 minsAdmission Ticket IncludedWe visit Arjuna’s Penance, a 100 feet x 45 feet bas relief where an entire masterpiece from the Mahabharata epic has been carved.Krishna's Butter Ball
30 minsAdmission Ticket IncludedThe next halt is at Krishna’s Butterball, a curious sight of a 5 meters diameter ball shaped boulder which is perched precariously on a slope and seems to defy Newton’s laws of gravity!- AccommodationsOvernight in hotel in MahabalipuramFood And DrinksBreakfast
Shore temple and Pondicherry
Shore Temple
45 minsAdmission Ticket IncludedThe magnificent Shore temple beckons us. This 8th century structural temple is made of granite and served as a beacon for sea farers of the time.Auroville
1 hoursAdmission Ticket FreeWe drive 90 minutes to Auroville, the radical concept of a global village where thousands of people from across the world have given up their nationalities and are living as global citizens. Auroville was conceived with the vision that- “There should be a somewhere on earth, a place which no nation could claim as its own, where all human beings of goodwill who have a sincere aspiration could live freely as citizens of the world and obey one single authority, that of the supreme truth; a place of peace, concord and harmony…”. Guests will also get to see the various ways in which its citizens practice sustainable way of life.Sri Aurobindo Ashram
1 hoursAdmission Ticket IncludedSri Aurobindo Ghosh is arguably the most famous citizen of Pondicherry. The tour begins with a visit to his memorial at the Aurobindo Ashram. Guests will get a brief experience of his life and times as well as his philosophy and revolutionary ideas. The memorial also has a section on Sri Aurobindo’s famous disciple Mirra Alfassa. It is the perfect place for meditation.White Town
1 hoursAdmission Ticket FreeA French heritage walk is organized through the heart of the city where one can see glimpses of exquisite French style of architecture. This heritage walk will help you appreciate the French connection with Pondicherry.- AccommodationsOvernight in hotel in PondicherryFood And DrinksBreakfast
Chola Kingdom of Tanjore
Thanjavur
Admission Ticket FreeWe travel 165 KMs to reach the temple town of Tanjore.Thanjavur Royal Palace and Art Gallery
1 hoursAdmission Ticket IncludedOur destination is the Grand Palace of Thanjavur. Built during the Nayak rule the palace was repaired during the rule of the Marathas. Walk through the queen’s courtyard and witness divine scenes painted on the walls of the Durbar Hall. Also, search for the underground passage in this palace. There is also the Royal Museum, a gallery and the Saraswati Mahal Library stationed within the palace complex.Brihadeeswara Temple
1 hoursAdmission Ticket IncludedWe visit the famous Brihadeeswara Temple. It is one of the greatest architectural creations in India. Popularly called as Thanjavur Big Temple it is a sculptor's dream, a historian's mine, a dancer's vision and a sociologist's scoop! The Thanjavur Big temple, which recently completed its 1000th birthday in 2010, remains the finest specimen of Chola architecture, sculpture, bronze casting and painting.- AccommodationsOvernight in hotel in TanjoreFood And DrinksBreakfast
Madurai, capital of the Pandya Kingdom
Madurai
Admission Ticket Free8AM- The 190 KM distance from Tanjore to Madurai will be covered in around 3 hours.Gandhi Memorial Museum
1 hoursAdmission Ticket Included3PM- Gandhi Museum We will visit Gandhi Museum. The building that houses the Gandhi Memorial Museum is the historic Tamukkam Palace belonging to Rani Mangammal of Nayak Dynasty built about 1670 A.D.Thirumalai Nayakar Mahal
1 hoursAdmission Ticket IncludedWe visit the magnificent Thirumala Nayakar Palace. This was build by the Nayak Kings in 1636.Madurai Meenakshi Amman Temple
1 hoursAdmission Ticket IncludedWe visit the Madurai Meenakshi Temple, one of the largest Temples of the World and an Architectural marvel. Over the last 2500 years Madurai Meenakshi Temple has been the lifeline of the City of Madurai. Madurai Meenakshi Temple has played a crucial role in promoting Tamil Art, Music, Dance & Culture. In fact, Madurai Meenakshi Temple is supposed to have been the host of the third assembly of Tamil Sangam, the ancient Literature Meet. As many as 30000 sculptures can be found in the Madurai Meenakshi temple.- AccommodationsOvernight in hotel in MaduraiFood And DrinksBreakfast
Kochi, Kerala
Kochi (Cochin)
Admission Ticket Free730 AM- We checkout from Madurai and drive 300 KM to reach Kochi by 3PM.Kerala Kathakali Centre
1 hours 30 minsAdmission Ticket Included6-730PM- This is a performance of Kathakali the dance form of Kerala. Kathakali is a dance drama which originated in the 17th century. Dancers get a fantastic makeup and then tell a story, often from the epic Ramayana, through their dance. You will get to see the main performance of the dancers.- AccommodationsOvernight in hotel in KochiFood And DrinksBreakfast
Alleppey backwaters
Alleppey Boathouse
24 hoursAdmission Ticket Included11AM- Check into House boat. We start cruising through the lakes; enjoy the panoramic views and the glimpses of the life along the banks. We also visit a historic church. All meals are organised in the house boat itself. We anchor at night in the backwaters.- AccommodationsHouseboat on the backwatersFood And DrinksBreakfastLunchDinner
Houseboat and Kochi
Alleppey Boathouse
3 hoursAdmission Ticket IncludedCruise starts in the morning through various canals. Check out by 9.00 AM at Alleppey.Kochi (Cochin)
Admission Ticket FreeWe depart for Kochi. The journey will take 2 hours.Kerala Folklore Museum
1 hoursAdmission Ticket IncludedWe visit Kerala Folklore museum. Its an architectural and ethnographic museum. This is a treasure trove of stone, wood and bronze sculptures, ancient terracotta, Stone Age objects, jewelry, paintings, oil lamps, musical instruments, tribal and folk art, wood works, utensils, masks and traditional art forms etc. The folklore theatre also features traditional art performances.Mattancherry Palace
1 hoursAdmission Ticket IncludedWe visit the Mattancherry Palace. Built by the Portuguese in 1557 and presented to Raja Veera Kerala Varma of Kochi, the Palace was renovated in 1663 by the Dutch. The palace with a Bhagavathi Temple in the central courtyard is built like the typical Kerala style mansion - the Nalukettu - the home of the aristocracy, nobility and upper classes, with four separate wings opening out to a central courtyard. The double storeyed palace building stands by the panoramic Kochi backwaters.Bengaluru
1 hoursAdmission Ticket Free830PM- Flight to Bangalore from Kochi Arrival in Bangalore at 930PM.- AccommodationsOvernight in hotel in BangaloreFood And DrinksBreakfast
Bangalore city highlights
Bangalore Palace
1 hoursAdmission Ticket IncludedRest in the first half of the day. 3PM- The Bangalore Palace belonging to the Wodeyar Kings of Mysore is a majestic structure built in Tudor Style. The Palace has fortified towers, battlements and turrets. Interiors look regal with elegant wood carvings, floral motifs, and relief paintings.ISKCON Temple Bangalore
1 hoursAdmission Ticket IncludedThe International Society for Krishna Consciousness (ISKCON was founded in 1966 in New York City by A. C. Bhaktivedanta Swami Prabhupada Its core beliefs are based on select traditional Hindu scriptures, particularly the Bhagavad-gītāand the Śrīmad Bhāgavatam. ISKCON was formed to spread the practice of bhakti yoga, in which those involved (bhaktas) dedicate their thoughts and actions towards pleasing the Supreme Lord, Krishna. ISKCON today is a worldwide confederation of more than 550 centres. We will visit the magnificent temple here located on a hill.- AccommodationsOvernight in hotel in BangaloreFood And DrinksBreakfast
World heritage site of Hampi
Hampi
Admission Ticket FreeWe travel 350 KM to Hampi 2PM- Check in to HampiShree Badavilinga Gudi
30 minsAdmission Ticket IncludedBadavi Linga is the biggest of all lingas in Hampi. It is made of black stone and rises 12 feet in height. A canal passes through it and hence it’s always in water.Statue of Ugra Narsimha
30 minsAdmission Ticket IncludedYou can find the biggest idol of Hampi, a few feet from Badavi Linga. Ugra Narasimha is 22 feet in height and was carved by a Brahmin during Krishnadevaraya’s time. There is a serpent with open hood at the back of the headBalakrishna Temple
1 hoursAdmission Ticket IncludedWe will also visit Balakrishna temple and then visit Hemunta hill. This hill has many ancient temples and is also a good place for sunset.Virupaksha Temple
1 hoursAdmission Ticket IncludedWe visit the magnificent Virupaksha temple It is from the Hoysala period and is the oldest temple in Hampi. The temple tower has eleven storeys and goes up 165 ft in height. The river Tungabhadra flows inside.- AccommodationsOvernight in hotel in HampiFood And DrinksBreakfast
Wold heritage sites of Hampi
Vijaya Vittala Temple
1 hoursAdmission Ticket IncludedVijaya Vittala temple is probably the grandest masterpiece around. It is constructed on a polyhedron foundation. Right at the front is the world renowned stone chariot made of rough quartz. You will spot figures of soldiers, hunters and even foreign visitors like Portuguese and Arabs etched on the chariot. The musical pillars of the temple is one of the greatest work of art by mankind.King’s Balance
30 minsAdmission Ticket IncludedKing’s Balance is the next destination. This is a huge stone frame east of Purandara Mantapa. A stone beam is placed on two pillars of stone. Legend has it that the generous Kings of Vijayanagara used to weigh them with gold and gems and distribute it among the poor.Tungabhadra River
45 minsAdmission Ticket FreeGuests can choose to take a Coracle ride on the river at extra costQueen's Bath
45 minsAdmission Ticket IncludedWe will visit the Royal enclosures. Some of the memorable structures here are the Elephant stables, Queen’s bath and the Lotus mahal.Zanana Enclosure
45 minsAdmission Ticket IncludedWe will also visit the Zanana Enclosure , which was the place for the royal women.Anegundi
1 hoursAdmission Ticket FreeWe visit Anegundi village for the cave paintings. The paintings here date back to the Iron Age around 1500 BC.- AccommodationsOvernight in HampiFood And DrinksBreakfast
Drive to Royal Kingdom of Mysore
Mysuru (Mysore)
Admission Ticket FreeWe drive 425 KM over 8 hours to Mysore.- AccommodationsOvernight in hotel in MysoreFood And DrinksBreakfast
Exploring the Royal Kingdom of Mysore
Mysuru Palace
1 hoursAdmission Ticket IncludedWe visit the grand Mysore Palace and spend the next couple of hours in this wonder built in Indo-Saracenic style with a blend of Hindu, Muslim, Rajput, and Gothic styles of architecture. The Palace is a three-storied stone structure, with marble domes and a 145 ft five-storied tower. The guided tour will take you through the Public Hall, Private Hall, Dolls Pavilion and the Royal Wedding Hall.Mysore Sand Sculpture Museum
45 minsAdmission Ticket IncludedNext in our Cultural tour to Mysore, we visit India’s first sand sculpture museum. Conceived and built by Gowri, a leading sand sculptor, the sand museum took 4 months and 115 loads construction sand to build. There are 16 themes with 150 sculptures on display.Chamundi Hills
1 hoursAdmission Ticket IncludedWe will visit the temple on top of a hill which is the patron deity of the Wodeyar Kings of Mysore. Spectacular views of the Mysore city greet us on the top.- AccommodationsOvernight in hotel in MysoreFood And DrinksBreakfast
Srirangapatnam, Somnathpur and return to Bangalore
Srirangapatna
Admission Ticket FreeWe reach the historical town of Sri Rangapatnam which was the capital of Tipu Sultan, the Tiger of Mysore, in the 18th century. We will trace his life from the day he fought a tiger and killed it with a dagger, his brave battles with the British, his administrative and economic reforms and his pioneering usage of rockets in warfare. He is credited with being a pioneer in using rockets for warfare and the British later improvised on his technology during the World War I.Dariya Daulat Palace - Tipu Sultan's Summer Palace
1 hoursAdmission Ticket IncludedWe visit Dariya Daulat Bagh, the Summer Palace of Tipu Sultan. It is built in Indo-Sarcenic style and has a few magnificent murals depicting the war of Tipu with the British. The most famous exhibit here is the famous painting “Storming of Srirangapatna” by Sir Robert Ker Porter.Somnathpur Temple
1 hoursAdmission Ticket IncludedOur next destination is Somnathpur which has the magnificent Chennakesava temple. This temple was built in 1268 by Somanatha, a general of King Narasimha III. We will explore the three shrines and three wonderfully carved peaks with a common Mandapa. Time is well spent here appreciating the 16 different ceilings, each depicting a different stage of a blooming banana flower, the central wall space adorned with images of deities with jewelry, bangles, crowns and anklets.Bangalore Airport
Admission Ticket FreeA 175 Km drive over 3 hours will bring us to Bangalore Airport. End of tour.- Food And DrinksBreakfast
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All entrance charges
Guide
13 nights accommodation in hotels
24 hours in houseboat with all meals in Alleppey
Private car & flight
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Food and beverages
Activities like boating
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