We Love —
- India is one of the world's great human melting pots with an incredible array of cultures, religions and ethnicities.
- Experience the spiritual side of India with a tour that will take you to numerous temples which have been elaborately constructed.
- End your tour with some time on the pristine beaches of Sri Lanka and spend your days soaking up the sun as the sea breeze tickles your face...utter bliss.
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Your Itinerary —
Day 1: Arrival in India & transfer to Mahabalipuram
Upon arrival in Chennai, you will be met by your driver and transferred to Mahabalipuram (approx. travel time: 1 hour 45 minutes).
Overnight in Mahabalipuram. with breakfast included
After the breakfast, visit the famous hindu temple of Mahabalipuram which is dedicated to the reknowned gods Shiva, Vishnou and Krishna, and is a registered UNESCO wolrd heritage. Afterwards, walk to the edge of the ocean to see the fishermen and admire the work of the stone-cutters. Set off towards Tanjore and stop en route to see the salt harvest in the Salterns of Marakkanam.
Overnight in Tanjore with breakfast included.
Day 3: Tanjore - Madurai (approx.transfer time: 3 hours 15 minutes)
In the morning, discover one of the most beautiful temples of the South India: Brihadishvara, a 10th century temple which is dedicated to Shiva. Take the road to the west, up to the city of Maduraï where you will find countless temples to visit, the impressive Thirumalai palace is a must. Then if the time allows, visit the Ghandi museum where you will learn more on this icon of India.
Overnight in Madurai with breakfast included.
Depart for Pondicherry and discover the Ashram of Sri Aurobindo which is famed thoughout the world for its thousands of followers. This peaceful plateau is the ideal place to learn the techniques of yoga and meditation. End the day with a walk through the alleys of the Market Goubert.
Overnight in Pondicherry with breakfast included.
Day 5: Pondicherry – Chidambaram – Pichavaram - Pondicherry
After the breakfast, depart for Chidambaram which is a training center of Brahmans dedicated to Shiva. The extraordinary temple of Nataraja offers 108 poses of the sacred dance of Shiva, sculptured in the 12th century. Leave then for an escapade in Pichavaram's mangrove swamp where you find incredible vegetation with outstanding roots. Return to Pondicherry, thenembark on a walking tour of Pondicherry. You can also visit the Church Notre-Dame of the Angels, the theater Pathé and the Temple of Ganesh Manakular.
Overnight in Pondicherry with breakfast included.
After breakfast, you will be transferred back to Chennai for your flight to Colombo. Upon arrival, you will be transferred to the west coast for your beach stay (approx. travel time: 1 hour).
Overnight in Sri Lanka with breakfast & dinner included.
Day 7 – Day 12/14: Beach Front Relaxation
Relax on the beach or at the edge of the swimming pool, in a relaxed atmosphere. Enjoy the different types of food available in restaurant then take a peace moment by drinking cocktails close to the poolbar.
Overnight in Sri Lanka with breakfast & dinner included.
Day 13/15: Departure
After breakfast, you will be transferred to the airport in time for your flight home.
Your Tour Hotels —
Our members can choose between 2 hotel categories. You will be accommodated in a Standard Room with breakfast included.
Sleeps up to:
Option 1: 3/4* Hotels
Mahabalipuram: IDEAL BEACH RESORT
Tanjore: IDEAL RIVER VIEW
Madurai: GRT RESIDENCY
Pondicherry: HOTEL DE L’ORIENT
Option 2: 4/5* Hotels
Mahabalipuram: INTERCONTINENTAL
Tanjore: MANTRA VEPPATHUR
Madurai: HERITAGE MADURAI
Pondicherry: LA VILLA
Please note: the bed for the 3rd/4th guest sharing is likely to be a sofa bed or camp style bed.
Please note: some dining outlets/menu items and premium, branded and international drinks may not be included and may incur a surcharge payable locally. Meals, snacks and drinks may be available at selected times only
Your Beach Hotel —
Our members can choose between 2 beach hotels in Sri Lanka. You will be spending 5 or 7 nights in a Standard Room on a Half Board Basis (breakfast & evening meal in the main restaurant - excluding drinks).
Sleeps up to:
Coco Royal Beach Resort
AVANI Kalutara Resort
Explore fascinating sites, such as the world’s only hollow Buddhist shrine and an elegant plantation mansion. Return to indulge in remedial pampering with an Ayurvedic spa ritual
Your Journey —
Flights: Our members can choose between economy or business class seats.
The flights included are with either a scheduled or no frills airline and are subject to live availability and prices can change. You can choose your preferred departure times during the booking process. Please select your flight options carefully as departure and arrival airports may differ.
Transfers: Transfers are included as per the itinerary.