Day 03: Mahabalipuram

Proceed to full   Day tour of Mahabalipuram & Kanchipuram. The city of Mahabalipuram is famous for the seven pagodas. Here on the seashore is an interesting group of ancient rock hewn temples which are the examples of Dravidian style of architecture. Mahabalipuram. Overnight stay at Mahabalipuram.

 

Transfer to Thanjavur. Tanjore, the home of Carnatic music, musical instruments, dance and traditional handicrafts. Afternoon city tour, covering Brahadeeswarar Temple, Tanjavur palace and museum. At Tanjore you will visit temples built during the 10th and 14th centuries. Overnight stay at Thanjavur.

Transfer to Madurai, en route visiting Rock Fort Temple Trichy. Proceed for sightseeing tour of Madurai. The Meenakshi Temple is a shining example of Dravidian architecture at its best. The afternoon is free for independent activities. In the evening witness a pooja ceremony at Meenakshi temple. Witness the Aarti ceremony at the beautiful Meenakshi temple in the evening. Overnight stay at Madurai.

Transfer to Thekkady, proceed for elephant ride, spice plantation tour. Overnight stay at Thekkady.

Boating in the Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary which is situated on the banks of the Periyar lake. Periyar Wildlife sanctuary covers 777 sq km, of which 360 sq km are thick evergreen forest. Overnight stay at Thekkady.

Transfer to houseboat for 22 hrs journey on a houseboat in the backwaters of Alleppey & Kumarakom which will show the natural beauty of Kerala and core village life. Sightseeing includes toddy tapping etc. Overnight stay on the houseboat.

Depart to the world-renowned beach getaway Kovalam. The   Day is at leisure in Kovalam. In the evening visit Kovalam Beach. Overnight stay at Kovalam.

Start the sightseeing tour to Kovalam. Explore the capital city Trivandrum, visit Trivandrum Zoo, Museum and Padmanabha Swami Temple. Overnight stay at Kovalam.