Day 01: Chennai
Arrival at Chennai. Transfers and check-in at the hotel. Rest of the day free at leisure or optional sightseeing covering Fort St. George, St. Mary’s Church, Santhome Basilica, Marina Beach etc. Overnight at the hotel.
Day 02: Pondicherry
After breakfast, check-out and drive to Pondicherry (160 km) via Mahabalipuram, a World Heritage site, to visit the famous Shore Temples, Arjuna’s Penance, Five Rathas etc. Lunch at Mahabalipuram. Arrive at Pondicherry and check in at Maison Perumal. Evening, spend time at the beach. Overnight at Maison Perumal.
Day 03: Pondocherry
After breakfast, proceed for a guided tour of Pondicherry covering Sri Aurobindo Ashram, Auroville, Museum, Botanical Garden, Churches etc. Evening at leisure for own activities. Overnight at Maison Perumal.
Day 04: Kumbakonam
After breakfast, check-out and proceed to Kumbakonam (170 km); en route, visit Gangaikonda Cholapuram. Arrive at Kumbakonam and check-in at the hotel. Afternoon, visit Darasuram and Swamimalai. Overnight at the hotel.
Day 05: Chettinad
After breakfast, check-out and proceed to Chettinad (150 km); en route, visit Tanjore - Brihadeeshwara temple and Chola Palace. Arrive at Chettinad by evening and check –in at Visalam. Proceed for Grama Nadai Payanam - the Village Walk. Overnight at Visalam.
Day 06: Chettinad
Early morning, bi-cycle tour, familiarizing the place. After breakfast, explore Chettinad – Saree weaving centres, local Athankudi tile making units etc. Evening, proceed for a Bullock Cart Tour of Chettinad covering important attractions. Over night at Visalam.
Day 07: Madurai
After breakfast, check-out and proceed to Madurai (80 km). Arrive at Madurai and check-in at the hotel. Afternoon, visit Meenakshi Temple. Reserve the evening to witness the vibrant and colourful temple ceremonies. Overnight at the hotel.
Day 08: Madurai - Airport
After breakfast checkout and proceed to Madurai Airport / next destination.