Morning, proceed for the guided sightseeing tour of Chennai visiting Fort St. George, the first British Fort built in India, constructed in 1639. Today, it houses the secretariat, legislative assembly of the Tamil Nadu state, and the Fort Museum which exhibits the items of the British rule. Thereafter visit St. Mary’s Church, the oldest Anglican Church in India. St. Thomas Cathedral Basilica, one of the historical churches in India. This Roman Catholic church is one among the three churches in the world that were built on the tomb of apostles. Evening, spend some time at Marina Beach, exploring the local life and people. Marina Beach is filled with local people and tourist who come here to spend their evening. You can see the local delights, people, their lifestyle, and some mouth-watering dishes.

Assistance on departure and travel to Mahabalipuram famous for its intricately carved temples and rock-cut caves located on the Coromandel Coast along the Bay of Bengal in the state of Tamil Nadu. Enroute visit Kanchipuram, the city of thousand temples, was the capital of the early Cholas Kingdom. It has been a centre of Tamil learning, cultural and religious backgrounds for centuries, and its imposing temples of unique architectural beauty bear eloquent testimony to its glorious Dravidian heritage. The city is also famous for its silk weavers.  Woven from pure mulberry silk, the saris in dazzling color are embellished with fine gold thread (Zari) and are available in various designs and variety, making the job of selection quite challenging. Later continue your drive to Mahabalipuram. On arrival, you will be assisted with a transfer to your accommodation. Later start the city tour, visiting Pancha Rathas, the most excellent architectural edifices of the nine monolithic temples of Mahabalipuram. The five structures each chiselled in the shape of chariots out of a large block of stone that dates to the 7th century during the reign of the Pallava dynasty. Visit the Arjuna’s Penance, a stonework masterpiece, it is one of India’s greatest ancient artworks. Conclude your day with a visit to Shore temple, that was constructed in such a way that it would overlook the Bay of Bengal during the reign of Narasimha Varman II of the Pallava dynasty.

Morning travel to Pondicherry, the town which is adorned with natural beauties of the Deccan Plateau. This city was ruled by the French for about 281 years before Independence, and the profound influence of Southern France is still very prominent. The medieval town of the French province, Pondicherry has managed to preserve its French aura, from its delectable restaurants offering French cuisine to streets bearing French names. On arrival transfer to your accommodation. Later enjoy exploring the heritage section of the city - the French Quarter. The best part of Pondicherry though remains the many walks you can take through the beautiful French Quarter (which is the area bounded roughly by NSC Bose St, SV Patel Rd and Goubert Ave). Walk through streets with names like Rue Romain Rolland, Suffern and Dumas. Visit the Promenade Beach and Rocky Beach. The main buildings which we will be covering will be French War Memorial, Aurobindo Ashram and Auroville.

Travel to Kumbakonam, a small Indian town along the Cauvery River. The town is famous for various Chola temples and very rich for its art, literature, and dance. En-route visit Chidambaram is known for its beautiful temple dedicated to the Lord Nataraja - Lord Shiva in the form of a Cosmic Dancer. The Nataraja temple is said to be the venue of the divine dance competition between Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvathy. It blends piety, tradition, history and art to an outstanding level. Continue your travel to Kumbakonam. Upon arrival, check-in at your accommodation. Rest of the day at leisure to explore the surroundings on your own.

Kumbakonam, a historic temple town in Tamil Nadu, is renowned for its rich cultural heritage and stunning Dravidian architecture. It is home to iconic temples. Visit Adi Kumbeswarar, Sarangapani, and Nageswaran, showcasing intricate carvings and deep spiritual significance. The sacred Mahamaham Tank and the UNESCO-listed Airavatesvara Temple in nearby Darasuram. Swamimalai, one of Lord Murugan's six holy abodes, is also close by. Later explore vibrant local markets. Rest of the day at leisure.

Morning after breakfast, travel to the historical city of (Trichy) Tiruchirappalli, situated on the banks of the Cauvery River, has a long history going back several centuries before the birth of Christ. Enroute explore Tanjore visit Brihadeeswara temple, called the Big Temple. The 64. 8 Mt. tall tower over the sanctum sanctorum, is a testimony to the engineering skill of the Cholas. In keeping with the size of the temple, it has gigantic Mahalingam in the shrine, measuring 4 meters in height. A monolithic Nandi chiselled out of a single rock. Then we proceed to the palace which dates to 14th century AD. It is a fascinating building with huge corridors, spacious halls, decorated rooms, tall observation towers, beautiful stucco works, wonderful fresco painted walls and ceilings, an underground tunnel and intricate carvings. The town is also famous for its ancient handicrafts-making of bronze icons, Thanjavur art plates, bell-metal castings, bowls and powder boxes of metal with beautiful and artistic in-laying and engraving work and the wonderful Tanjore style of paintings, developed over multiple layers. Upon arrival in Trichy, check-in at your accommodation.

Morning visit Rock Fort: a spectacular landmark of Trichy perched on a massive rock outcrop which rises abruptly from the plains over the old city, a climb of 434 steps leads to the ancient temple of Ganapathi at the top, and a further climb to Shiva temple. Thereafter visit Sri Ramanathaswamy Temple, famous for superb sculptures. Later travel to Madurai, situated on the banks of the River Vaigai, is believed to be more than 2500 years old. One of South India’s oldest cities, it has been the centre of learning and pilgrimage for centuries. Upon arrival, check-in at your accommodation. Rest of the day at leisure.

Morning, enjoy city tour visiting Tirumalai Palace, built-in 1523 is remarkable for its audience hall (Swarga Vilasam), whose dome rises to a height of 20 meters without any kind of support. Thereafter, visit the magnificent Meenakshi Temple and experience stunning architecture where sculpted pillars tell a story of the beautiful princess of Madurai and her marriage to Lord Shiva. The entire city is built around this temple. Jasmine flowers are well known all over the country, they carry a special fragrance unique to Madurai.

Morning check-out and travel to the valley of spices and see the spice plantation gardens. Thekkady, with its bountiful treasures of tropical flora and fauna, is the ultimate reservoir of many an endangered species and a rich tribal culture. Upon arrival, check-in at your accommodation.

Early morning experience a boat ride on Lake Periyar, which showcases a kaleidoscope of activities that occur around the lake and jungle. Evergreen moist deciduous forests and savannah grass lands characterize Periyar. Later visit a spice plantation growing cardamom, pepper and coffee. It is believed that the spice trade dates back three thousand years in Kerala, and many spices find their home here. The slanting slopes caress a variety of cinnamon, clove, nutmeg, ginger, turmeric and curry leaves. On the way back you could stop at the local market and purchase some fragrant spices.

Morning drive to Alleppey, where you will board your private houseboat, converted from a Kettuvallam or traditional rice barge, and sail through the beautiful backwaters of Kerala. The backwaters in Kerala are a world of serenity and wonderment. This large aquatic area is a vast network of lagoons, lakes, rivers and canals, and the people who live in this region have created their own distinct lifestyles. Witness the peaceful way of life on these amazing waterways with lunch, dinner and overnight stay on board; this will be a real highlight of your holiday. **While on the houseboat you can enjoy fishing with rod or can ask the local chef for Kerala Cooking demonstration. The houseboat docks itself in the evening at around 1700 hrs as by this time the fisherman draws their nets in the backwaters. The Air conditioning in the houseboat also starts at night after the houseboat docks.

In-time check-out from your houseboat and travel to Kochi, set on a cluster of peninsulas and islands in the Indian Ocean. Explore and witness the town possessed by many rulers. Cochin is known as the “Queen of the Arabian Sea” and is the industrial hub of the state where the ancient civilization mingles with the 20th century. Upon arrival assistance by our local executive for check-in at your accommodation.

Morning, proceed for the sightseeing tour of Cochin. You will have a walk around the Synagogue. The area around the synagogue is known as Jews town and is one of the Kochi's spice trade centres. Thereafter we stop at Mattancherry Dutch Palace which was built by the Portuguese and presented to the Maharaja of Cochin in 1555. Ongoing, you will visit St. Francis Church, the first church to be built in India by the Portuguese. Next after visiting Santa Cruz Cathedral, enjoy a stroll on the beach to see the Chinese fishing nets. Later in the evening enjoy a Kathakali Dance Performance. Kathakali is a ritualized dance form that is native to Kerala, with elaborate costumes and make-up. Male dancers portray both male and female roles that tell the stories taken mostly from the epics of the Mahabharata and Ramayana.

In time assistance on departure and transfer to Kochi international airport to board the flight for onward destination. Tour finishes with beautiful memories.