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Sample Travel Heritage and Culture: South India | Itinerary: Bangalore, Hampi, Chikmagalur, Mysore, Chennai, Pondicherry, Thanjavur, Madurai. |
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| Heritage and Culture:
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| 16 Days South India |
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| Bangalore - Hampi - Chikmagalur - Mysore - Chennai - Pondicherry - Thanjavur - Madurai - Chennai |
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| Day 1-2 : Bangalore |
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Welcome to Enchanting-India! Our tour manager will receive you at the airport in Bangalore and take you to your hotel for check in.
Take a tour of the garden city by strolling through the botanical gardens of Lalbagh, Cubbon Park and local markets. Enjoy the vibrant nightlife. Visit electronic city and other cultural attractions such as Bull temple. |
| Hotels: Leela Palace / Taj Gateway / Ivory Tower |
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| Day 3-4 : Hampi / Badami |
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Internal flight from Bangalore to Bellary (1 hour) followed by a 1.5 hour drive to Hampi.
Visit the magnificent historical ruins of the capital of the erstwhile Hindu kingdom of Vijayanagar . The place has a certain aura with the mammoth boulders and the amazing architectural ruins.
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| Hotels: Hampi Boulders / Hampi Boulders / Malligi Hotel |
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| Day 5-6 : Chikmagalur |
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Drive from Hospet to Chikmagalur (6 hours).
Walk through the sprawling coffee plantations and observe the local life. |
| Hotels: Taj Garden Retreat / River Tern Lodge / River Tern Lodge |
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| Day 7-8 : Mysor |
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Drive from Chikmagalur to Mysore (4 hours).
Mysore is a sign of a rich culture and heritage in South India . Visit the majestic city palace, huge monolithic image on Nandi Hills and various other temples. Visit the beautifully lit Brindavan gardens in the evening.
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| Hotel: Lalith Mahal / Lalith Mahal / Metropole |
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| Day 9-10 : Chennai |
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Day train from Mysore to Chennai (6 hours).
Take a sightseeing tour of this huge metropolis - visit temples and churches and the Marina Beach the following day with a local tour guide. You can also watch cultural programmes at the Kala Kshetra. Excursions to the ancient temples and ruins of Mamallapuram and Kanchipuram.
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| Hotels: Taj Coromandel / The Park / GRT Residency |
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| Day 11 : Pondicherry |
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Drive from Chennai to Pondicherry (4 hours).
Explore the attractive town which was formerly a French colony and its buildings with a unique architecture. Visit the Aurobindo Ashram. |
| Hotels: The Dune / The Dune / La Promenade |
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| Day 12-13 : Thanjavur |
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Drive from Pondicherry to Thanjavur (5 hours).
Visit the famous Brihadeshvara Temple with the largest Lingam in India . Optional excursions to Trichy (Rock temples) and Srirangam (Hall with a thousand pillars).
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| Hotels: Parisutham / Parisutham / Ideal River View Resort |
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| Day 14-15 : Maduraie |
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Drive from Thanjavur to Madurai (5 hours).
Visit the Sri Meenakshi Temple in the heart of the old town and explore the interesting Madurai Market with its bustling alleys and the flower markets.
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| Hotels: Taj Garden Retreat / Taj Garden Retreat / GRT Residency |
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| Day 16 : Bangalore |
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Internal flight from Madurai to Chennai (1 hour).
Drop off to international airport for departure in the late evening.
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| If you would like to book or customize this itinerary, please contact us. |
| We are also happy to answer any questions or send you more information if you email us at info@enchanting-india.com or call us at one of the numbers below. |
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USA : (425) 296 2450
UK : (800) 098 8486
AUS : (61) 2 8011 3127
India: (91) 80 4152 5611
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| Trip Details |
| 16 days South India itinerary |
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| Ideal For: |
People with a keen interest in experiencing India 's rich and diverse heritage and culture!
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| Main Activities: |
Visit temples, palaces and historical towns and sites. Witness and participate in cultural ceremonies (dances, religious ceremonies, etc), visit markets, bazaars and villages and interact with local people. |
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| Accommodation: |
Luxury resorts, palace hotels, high-end 5-star hotels, boutique hotels, heritage hotels, Havelis and mid – range hotels. |
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| Services Included: |
Accommodation including breakfast, internal flights within India on economy class, train journeys on highest available class, all airport train station and hotel transfers, private air-conditioned car with driver throughout your trip, English-speaking local tour guides, sightseeing and activities including all entrance fees.
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| Price per Person: |
| $ 4,780 (luxury), $ 4,260 (deluxe), $ 2,940 (superior) |
The price quoted above is an approximate price per person on a twin sharing basis in the high season (Oct to Mar). Prices may be higher during the Christmas – New Year period and lower in the low season (Apr – Sep). Travel Insurance is not included in the cost. |
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