About This Tour
The Luxury South India Heritage Tour is a fine tour of the cultural core of South India, designed for those who appreciate history, architecture, and the finer hospitality. This day trip includes the historic temple cities, the royal capitals and colonial hill stations, a blend of scholarly peruse and extravagant comfort, private guides, palaces and legacy hotels, and experiences carefully curated.
Each day is planned in such a way that the day is not to be rushed, but instead there is time to reflect, eat, and make each moment worthwhile while unwinding yourself from the daily hustles. You can easily book your Luxury South India Heritage Tour Packages through the official website of Namaskar India Tour.
Trip Highlights
- Visit San Thome Basilica Church for a spiritual retreat
- Explore the natural and cultural heritage of Coorg
- Witness the spectacular views from the Madikeri Fort
- Visit the iconic Shore Temple in Mahabalipuram
- Discover Thanjavur Palace Complex and visit royal courtyards and complex
- Visit the Coffee plantation luxury resort in Coorg.
Included/Exclude
Included
- Luxury and heritage hotel accommodation.
- Breakfast at all the hotels daily.
- Individual chauffeur-driven air-conditioned vehicle.
- Local guides at major sightseeing sites.
- Entrance fees of the monuments according to the itinerary.
- Cultural and plantation tours.
- All applicable taxes
Exclude
- Train or flight tickets
- Dinners and lunches throughout the trip
- Self expenses like shopping, laundry, spa services, tips.
- Camera or Photography fees at monuments
- Entry tickets for the monuments
- Travel insurance
- Anything not included in the itinerary
Tour Itinerary
Discover a carefully curated journey that covers the must-see highlights and hidden gems of India. Our itinerary is designed to balance sightseeing with relaxation, giving you an authentic cultural experience while ensuring a smooth and comfortable travel schedule.
From bustling cities to serene landscapes, each day has been thoughtfully planned to provide memorable experiences, local interactions, and seamless travel across destinations.
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Day-1 Arrival in Chennai
Reach Chennai where a private transportation service takes you to a heritage luxurious hotel. Following a relaxed check-in procedure, proceed to the early colonial days by making a visit to Fort St. George, guided. Next visit San Thome Basilica, constructed on the tomb of St. Thomas the Apostl,e after which you can take a walk around Marina Beach to get the city vibe of the sea. Have a fine-dining experience of South Indian in the evening. Return back to your hotel and then take some rest.
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Day-2 Chennai to Mahabalipuram - Pallava Architecture by the Sea
Post breakfast, take a drive to the scenic East Coast Road to Mahabalipuram, a UNESCO World Heritage. Visit the legendary Shore Temple, which stands in opposition to the Bay of Bengal and the complicated reliefs Arjuna Penance and the Pancha Rathas Monolith. One of the historians describes the maritime legacy of the Pallava dynasty and their sculptural mastery. Book a stay at a nice resort at the beach and have a nice evening by the sea. Overnight in Mahabalipuram.
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Day-3 Mahabalipuram - Chola Heritage to Thanjavur
Set off to Thanjavur, the cultural center of the Chola empire. Upon arrival, have dinner at a heritage hotel and visit the grandiose Brihadeeswarar Temple, a UNESCO masterpiece that is one of the greatest architectural masterpieces in India. Go to Thanjavur Palace Complex and visit royal halls, courtyards and Saraswathi Mahal Library. The night is free to relax or walk around the temples. Overnight in Thanjavur.
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Day-4 Chettinad-Thanjavur: Merchant Palaces and Living Traditions
In the morning, have a traditional South Indian breakfast and visit the Chettinad area which is known for the large mansions that are made by the rich Chettiar merchants, giving you a glimpse of the rich history and the traditional culture.Stay in a vintage historical palace, whose complex showcases woodwork, Italian marble and stained glass mirror influences of the world. During the afternoon, have a guided tour around the surrounding villages to learn about Chettiar architecture and community lifestyle. The day is completed by a traditional Chettinad culinary experience which is characterized by complex flavours. Overnight in Chettinad.
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Day-5 Chettinad to Madurai - Temple Rituals and Royal Streets.
Take off to Madurai, one of the oldest cities constantly occupied in India. Visit the famous Meenakshi Amman Temple, an excellent blend of architecture which has tall gopurams and complex carvings, following check-in at a luxurious hotel. During the night, observe the ritual night activities of the temple, which provide an understanding about living traditions that establish the spiritual rhythm in the city. Dine at an old-fashioned restaurant. Overnight in Madurai.
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Day-6 Madurai- Coorg - plantations and hill retreat
The next stop is the coffee plantation and misty hill country of Coorg (Kodagu) after breakfast. Upon arrival, check into an opulent plantation lodge that is located in the midst of hilly terrain. The remaining day is free time, spend it in the estate, take walks in nature, or make use of local ingredients in the spa. Overnight in Coorg.
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Day-7 Coorg - Heritage of the Hills
Explore the cultural heritage and natural heritage of Coorg. Explore Talacauvery, the holy origin of the River Cauvery, and afterward visit Madikeri Fort, where one can see the best scenery of the hills. Then on to a guided tour of a coffee plantation, the history of plantation growth, and colonialism. The evening will be dedicated to the exclusive dining experience with the valley view. Overnight in Coorg.
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Day-8 Bangalore - Coorg Departure
Post breakfast, drive to Bangalore as this is the last day of your Luxury South India Heritage Tour. Take time to have lunch or go on a short shopping excursio,n depending on the time of flight. Then leave for Bengaluru airport with a remembrance of temples, palaces, coastline and hills in a beautiful cultural tapestry.
