Duration: 22 Days / 21 Nights
Destination Covered: Chennai – Mahabalipuram – Kanchipuram – Mahabalipuram – Thanjavur – Trichy – Madurai – Thekkady – Cochin – Guruvayur – Mysore – Bangalore – Mumbai – Udaipur – Jaipur – Agra – Khajuraho – Varanasi – Delhi
Day 01: Arrival – Chennai
Arrival in Chennai and transfer to the hotel. Traditional welcome followed by check-in. Rest of the day at leisure.
Overnight stay in Chennai.
Day 02: Chennai – Mahabalipuram
Morning sightseeing of Chennai including Fort St. George, San Thome Basilica, and the Government Museum (renowned for Chola bronzes). Later proceed to Mahabalipuram, a UNESCO World Heritage Site known for its 7th-century rock-cut monuments.
Overnight stay in Mahabalipuram.
Day 03: Mahabalipuram – Kanchipuram – Mahabalipuram
Visit Shore Temple, Arjuna’s Penance, and the Five Rathas. Proceed to Kanchipuram, one of India’s seven sacred cities, famous for ancient temples and silk weaving. Return to Mahabalipuram.
Overnight stay.
Day 04: Mahabalipuram – Thanjavur
Drive to Thanjavur. Visit the Brihadeeswarar Temple, a UNESCO World Heritage Site built by the Chola dynasty in the 11th century, noted for its massive vimana and architectural brilliance.
Overnight stay in Thanjavur.
Day 05: Thanjavur – Trichy – Madurai
Proceed via Trichy to visit Srirangam Temple, one of the largest temple complexes in the world, and Rockfort Temple. Continue to Madurai.
Overnight stay in Madurai.
Day 06: Madurai
Visit the Meenakshi Amman Temple, a major pilgrimage site with towering gopurams and intricate sculptures. Afternoon at leisure.
Overnight stay.
Day 07: Madurai – Thekkady
Drive to Thekkady, home to Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary. Evening boat ride on Periyar Lake to observe wildlife in its natural habitat (subject to conditions).
Overnight stay.
Day 08: Thekkady – Cochin
Proceed to Cochin, Kerala’s historic port city and cultural hub. Rest of the day at leisure.
Overnight stay in Cochin.
Day 09: Cochin
Sightseeing includes Mattancherry Palace (Dutch Palace), Jewish Synagogue, Jew Town, spice market, St. Francis Church, and Chinese fishing nets. Evening cultural performance.
Overnight stay.
Day 10: Cochin – Guruvayur – Mysore
Drive via Guruvayur, one of Kerala’s most sacred temple towns, to Mysore. On arrival, check in and relax.
Overnight stay in Mysore.
Day 11: Mysore
Full-day tour including Mysore Palace, Chamundi Hill, and Srirangapatna with Tipu Sultan’s monuments. The Nandi statue here is among the largest monoliths in India.
Overnight stay.
Day 12: Mysore – Bangalore – Mumbai
Drive to Bangalore. City tour includes Tipu Sultan’s Summer Palace, Lalbagh Botanical Garden, and ISKCON Temple. Continue onward to Mumbai.
Overnight stay in Mumbai.
Day 13: Mumbai – Udaipur
Morning sightseeing of Mumbai covering Gateway of India, Marine Drive, and Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Museum. Continue onward to Udaipur.
Overnight stay.
Day 14: Udaipur
Explore the City Palace complex, Saheliyon-ki-Bari (Garden of the Maidens), and Bhartiya Lok Kala Museum. Evening boat ride on Lake Pichola (subject to conditions).
Overnight stay.
Day 15: Udaipur – Jaipur
Day at leisure followed by onward journey to Jaipur. Arrival and check-in.
Overnight stay in Jaipur.
Day 16: Jaipur
Visit Amber Fort, City Palace, Jantar Mantar Observatory (UNESCO World Heritage Site), Hawa Mahal, and Birla Temple.
Overnight stay.
Day 17: Jaipur – Agra
Drive to Agra with a stop at Fatehpur Sikri, the former Mughal capital and UNESCO World Heritage Site. Continue to Agra.
Overnight stay.
Day 18: Agra
Visit the Taj Mahal, one of the Seven Wonders of the World, followed by Agra Fort, both UNESCO World Heritage Sites. Evening at leisure.
Overnight stay.
Day 19: Agra – Khajuraho
Proceed to Khajuraho. Rest of the day at leisure.
Overnight stay.
Day 20: Khajuraho – Varanasi
Visit the Khajuraho temple complex, built between 950–1050 AD by the Chandela dynasty, famous for its refined stone carvings. Continue onward to Varanasi.
Overnight stay.
Day 21: Varanasi – Delhi
Early morning boat ride on the River Ganges. Later visit Sarnath, where Lord Buddha delivered his first sermon. Proceed onward to Delhi.
Overnight stay.
Day 22: Delhi
Guided sightseeing of Old and New Delhi including Jama Masjid, Red Fort (exterior), Raj Ghat, India Gate, Rashtrapati Bhavan (drive past), Humayun’s Tomb, Lotus Temple, and Qutub Minar. Tour concludes with onward transfer.
