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Pride of South India

18 days
From Chennai (Madras) to Kochi (Cochin)
4.9
62 traveler reviews
Pride of South India - Alkof Holidays
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Tour Operator:
Alkof Holidays
Max group size:
10
Age range:
1 to 80
Operated in:
English, German, Italian, Portuguese, French, Spanish, Chinese, Dutch, Russian +8 more
Tour id:
163602
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Highlights

  • Explore Marina Beach and historic Chennai sites
  • Visit ancient temples and UNESCO sites in Mahabalipuram
  • Discover French heritage and beaches in Pondicherry
  • Experience spiritual Auroville and golden Matrimandir
  • Cruise Kerala's backwaters on a traditional houseboat

Itinerary

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  1. Introduction
  1. Day 1 Arrival in Chennnai
  2. Day 2 At Chennai
  3. Day 3 Chennai - Kanchipuram - Mahabalipuram (140 Km - 3.30 Hours Drive)
  4. Day 4 Mahabalipuram - Pondicherry (110 Km - 2 Hours Drive)
  5. Day 5 At Puducherry (Excursion trip to Auroville)
  6. Day 6 Pondicherry - Chidambaram - Thanjavur (170 Km - 4.30 Hour Drive)
  7. Day 7 At Thanjavur (Local sightseeing & Kumbakonam visit)
  8. Day 8 Thanjavur - Tiruchirappalli - Madurai (200 Km - 4 Hour Drive)
  9. Day 9 At Madurai
  10. Day 10 Madurai - Kanyakumari (245 Km - 4 Hour Drive)
  11. Day 11 Kanyakumari - Nagercoil - Kovalam (90 Km - 2.30 Hour Drive)
  12. Day 12 At Kovalam
  13. Day 13 Kovalam - Alappuzha (160 Km - 4 Hour Drive)
  14. Day 14 Alappuzha - Thekkady/Periyar (130 Km - 3 Hour Drive)
  15. Day 15 Thekkady - Munnar (100 Km - 3.30 Hours Drive)
  16. Day 16 At Munnar
  17. Day 17 Munnar - Kochi (130 Km - 4 Hour Drive)
  18. Day 18 Departure from Kochi
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What's Included

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  • Additional Services
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What's Not Included

  • Flights
  • Insurance
  • Additional Services

Where You'll Stay

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Operated by

Alkof Holidays

4.9
(62 reviews)

Number of tours

138

Age Range

1 to 80 years old

Response time

2 hours

Response rate

100%

Established in 2011, Alkof Holidays is a well known tour operator in India. We understand our customers and always deliver on our promises. We offer exciting travel experiences, meticulously planned itineraries and comfortable tours conducted by professional, experienced, enthusiastic and...

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Customer Reviews

  • Amit
    · October 13th, 2024
    I booked the tour with Alkof holidays for my family, they were very helpful and answered all our questions, and...
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  • Linda
    · May 19th, 2024
    Sunil from Alkof Holidays provided endless support, updated correspondence and with first class service on our trip...
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  • Rob
    · May 19th, 2024
    Our accommodation throughout the tour was amazing, the service and friendly staff. I thoroughly enjoyed every game...
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Dates & Availability

18 days
Pride of South India
From Chennai (Madras) to Kochi (Cochin)

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Good to Know

  • Currency
    Indian Rupee
    India
  • Plugs & Adapters

    As a traveller from USA, Canada, England, Australia, New Zealand you will need an adaptor for types C, E, F, D, M. As a traveller from South Africa you will need an adaptor for types C, E, F.

    Type C
    India
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    India
    Type F
    India
    Type D
    India
    Type M
    India
  • Vaccines
    • These are only indications, so please visit your doctor before you travel to be 100% sure.
    • Typhoid - Recommended for India. Ideally 2 weeks before travel.
    • Hepatitis A - Recommended for India. Ideally 2 weeks before travel.
    • Cholera - Recommended for India. Ideally 2 weeks before travel.
    • Tuberculosis - Recommended for India. Ideally 3 months before travel.
    • Hepatitis B - Recommended for India. Ideally 2 months before travel.
    • Yellow fever - Certificate of vaccination required if arriving from an area with a risk of yellow fever transmission for India. Ideally 10 days before travel.
    • Japanese B encephalitis - Recommended for India. Ideally 1 month before travel.
  • Visa
    • Unfortunately we cannot offer you a visa application service. Whether you need a visa or not depends on your nationality and where you wish to travel. Assuming your home country does not have a visa agreement with the country you're planning to visit, you will need to apply for a visa in advance of your scheduled departure.
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  • Payment information
    • For any tour departing before January 26th, 2025 a full payment is necessary. For tours departing after January 26th, 2025, a minimum payment of 10% is required to confirm your booking with Alkof Holidays. The final payment will be automatically charged to your credit card on the designated due date. The final payment of the remaining balance is required at least 65 days prior to the departure date of your tour. TourRadar never charges you a booking fee and will charge you in the stated currency.
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