From Chennai: 12-Day Private Tour to Cochin with 3-Star Stay｜India

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Day 1 – Chennai Arrival & Sightseeing – Mahabalipuram | Approx. 60 km
Meet our representative and visit Kapaleeshwarar Temple, known for its Dravidian architecture, the Government Museum in Egmore, and historic Santhome Basilica. Enjoy Marina Beach before driving to Mahabalipuram, UNESCO sites visit.
Overnight: Mahabalipuram

Day 2 – Mahabalipuram – Pondicherry | Approx. 100 km
Drive to Pondicherry via the East Coast. Visit Auroville with an outside view of Matrimandir, Sri Aurobindo Ashram, Manakula Vinayagar Temple and Sacred Heart Basilica. Explore the French Quarter, Pondicherry Museum and Rock Beach.
Overnight: Pondicherry

Day 3 – Pondicherry – Chidambaram – Thanjavur | Approx. 180 km
Visit Chidambaram Nataraja Temple, dedicated to Shiva as the cosmic dancer. Continue to Airavatesvara Temple at Darasuram and the temple at Gangaikondacholapuram before proceeding to Thanjavur.
Overnight: Thanjavur

Day 4 – Thanjavur – Chettinad | Approx. 110 km
Visit Brihadeeswarar Temple, Thanjavur Royal Palace and Saraswathi Mahal Library. Continue to Chettinad for a Kanadukathan village walk among traditional mansions and enjoy a bullock-cart ride.
Overnight: Chettinad

Day 5 – Chettinad – Madurai | Approx. 100 km
Visit traditional Chettinad tile and bronze workshops before driving to Madurai. Explore Meenakshi Amman Temple, Thirumalai Nayakkar Mahal and Gandhi Memorial Museum. Experience the colourful flower market with a rickshaw ride.
Overnight: Madurai

Day 6 – Madurai – Munnar | Approx. 155 km
Travel through the Western Ghats to Munnar. Visit Mattupetty, Echo Point, a local flower garden and Kundala Lake, surrounded by scenic hills and tea plantations.
Overnight: Munnar

Day 7 – Munnar Nature Trek & Tea Plantation
Enjoy an approximately 4-hour guided nature trek through Munnar's beautiful landscapes. Continue with a tea plantation walk and learn about the region's famous tea-growing heritage. Evening at leisure.
Overnight: Munnar

Day 8 – Munnar – Thekkady | Approx. 110 km
Drive to Thekkady and visit a spice plantation to learn about cardamom, pepper and other local spices. In the evening, join a traditional Kerala cooking class.
Overnight: Thekkady

Day 9 – Gavi Full-Day Nature Experience
Start around 5:30 AM with a scenic plantation road drive and photo stops. After breakfast, enjoy a guided Gavi forest trek, visit the museum and Sabarimala viewpoint, followed by lake boating and a buffet lunch.
Overnight: Thekkady

Day 10 – Thekkady – Alleppey – Marari | Approx. 150 km
Travel to Alleppey for a relaxing Kerala houseboat day cruise through palm-lined canals, villages and backwaters. After the cruise, continue to Marari.
Overnight: Marari

Day 11 – Marari Leisure
Enjoy a free day in Marari. Overnight: Marari

Day 12 – Marari – Kochi – Departure | Approx. 55 km
Proceed to Kochi and explore Mattancherry, the historic Jewish Synagogue and Jewish Street. Then transfer to Cochin Airport / Hotel for departure.