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Day 05 - Mysore Sightseeing
Today visit Mysore city which includes City Palace: Chamundi Hill where Nandi (Shiva's Bull) - a huge monolithic image is always garlanded with flowers and held in high esteem by Hindus; and the colorful and aromatic spice markets. Your afternoon is at leisure. This evening drive 10 miles from Mysore to enjoy the beautiful and exquisitely illuminated Brindavan Gardens, sprawling amid gorgeous cascading fountains. Overnight in hotel.

Day 06 - Mysore - Bangalore - Cochin
Drive to Bangalore (127 kms / 3 hrs), en route stopping at Srirangapatnam, where the legendary warrior Tipu Sultan built his island fortress and Summer Palace. Upon arrival in Bangalore, connect to your flight to Cochin in the state of Kerala, known for its well-balanced eco-system. Tonight enjoy a presentation of the colorful costumed Kathakali dance

Day 07 - Cochin Sightseeing - Kumarakom
This morning visit the Portuguese Church built by St. Francis in 1562, the Jewish Synagogue, the famed Mattancherry Palace. View the Chinese fishing nets - ingenious devices requiring little human attention. Depart this afternoon for Kumarakom, experiencing the rich culture and active lifestyle that has evolved over the centuries in and around the backwaters and waterways that thread this region. Overnight at hotel.

Day 08 - Backwaters Cruise
This morning enjoy a boat ride through the series of canals and lagoons snaking their way through several tiny villages and tropical vegetation. Not only do the backwaters of Kerala link the state together, they are an integral element in maintaining ecological balance and creating harmony with nature. Your afternoon is at leisure. You may want to experience an Ayurvedic therapeutic massage, indigenous to this region, which is both relaxing and healing or perhaps take advantage of the rich waters with a bit of fishing.
Day 09 - Kumarakom - Thekkady
Your exploration of south India continues as you travel to Thekkedy (135 kms / 4 hrs), located on the Tamil Nadu / Kerala Border. This unique wildlife sanctuary is about 300 square miles and centered on an artificial lake fed by the Periyar River. Afternoon is at leisure or to explore the place by own. Overnight at hotel.

Day 10 - Thekkady - Madurai
This morning game viewing is on board boats, which carry you along convoluted waterways and afford sightings of elephants, bison, deer and occasionally tigers. This tropical habitat makes it one of the premiere reserves of southern India with all manner of flora and fauna in abundance. Afternoon drive to Madurai (136 kms / 4 hrs) a bustling city packed with pilgrims, businessmen, bullock carts and legions of rickshaw pullers. Evening a visit to the Meenakshi temple to witness the evening Puja ceremony. Overnight in hotel.

Day 11 - Madurai Sightseeing - Chennai (Madras)
This morning visit Shree Meenakshi Temple, a riotously baroque example of Dravidian architecture, Thirumalai Nayak Palace and the Gandhi Museum. Continue to Mariamman Teppakkulam Tank, site of the Teppam or annual Float festival held in January. Fly to Chennai (formerly known as Madras), the fourth largest city in India. Overnight at hotel.

Day 12 - Kanchipuram & Mahabalipuram Excursion
Today enjoy an excursion to Kanchipuram, one of the seven sacred cities of India, which served as a capital for several dynasties. Visit three of the best temples-Kailasanatha and Ekambareshwara, dedicated to Lord Shiva, and Vaikuntaperumal dedicated to Lord Vishnu. Continue your excursion to the ancient Pallavan port of Mamallapuram, en route stop for lunch at a seaside resort. Later, visit the 7th-century rock hewn monuments. The shore temple, the only surviving one of seven, is a unique example of a temple built of rock quarried elsewhere and carried to shore.

Day 13 - Chennai (Madras) Sightseeing - Depart Chennai
Your tour of Chennai takes you to Victoria Art Gallery, the Bronze Gallery and Chennai Museum, Fort St. George, San Thome Cathedral and Kapaleeswarar Temple complete your tour of Chennai. Afternoon is at leisure. Tonight say farewell to unforgettable India and board your international flight home. (hotel checkout 12:00 hrs.)

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Land Cost
US$ 1429 per person (on twin sharing - minimum 2 persons travelling together)

Air fare "Y" class - Mumbai / Bangalore / Cochin + Madurai / Chennai
US$ 393 per person

Note :
1. The above land cost is not valid for X'Mas - New Year period
2. Airfare is present one and may change without prior notice

Monument Entry Fee List (per person per visit in US Dollars)

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