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From the rock-hewn temples that overlook the shimmering Bay of Bengal to the lush coconut groves and palm-fringed shores of the Malabar Coast, South India is brimming with natural splendor of startling variety. The spice trade lured mariners from Holland, Portugal, France and beyond across the Arabian Sea to India’s fragrant harbors, and tradesmen from China to the Coromandel Coast. Their voices joined the symphony of languages spoken here, and their unique blend of faiths collectively inspired a profusion of stunning religious architecture. Our small group will witness the depth of Hindu spirituality at a Pondicherry ashram ... admire the stunning rock art of Mahabalipuram, the shining city by the sea ... discover the traces of another era in the ancient spice port of Cochin ... and marvel at the stately palaces of Mysore.
Summary Itinerary
Some dates offer alternate itineraries to accommodate the Naguar and Pushkar festivals. Please call for details.
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Day
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1
Depart from the U.S.
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2
Arrive in Chennai via Delhi
: The Pride Hotel or similar
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3
Chennai
: Hotel Atithi or similar
Meals: 1B, 1L, 1D
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4
Pondicherry
: Hotel Atithi or similar
Meals: 1B
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5
Pondicherry/Mahabalipuram
: GRT Temple Bay Hotel or similar
Meals: 1B
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6
Mahabalipuram/Kanchipuram
: GRT Temple Bay Hotel or similar
Meals: 1B, 1L
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7-8
Madurai/Optional Chettinad excursion
: Hotel Pandiyan or similar
Meals: 2B, 1D
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9
Madurai/Periyar
: Cardamom County Plantation or similar
Meals: 1B
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10
Periyar
: Cardamom County Plantation or similar
Meals: 1B, 1D
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11
Periyar/Cochin
: Dream Hotel or similar
Meals: 1B, 1L
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12-13
Cochin
: Dream Hotel or similar
Meals: 2B, 1L, 1D
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14-15
Hassan
: Hoysala Village Resort or similar
Meals: 2B, 1L, 1D
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16
Hassan/Mysore
: Regaalis Hotel or similar
Meals: 1B, 1D
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17
Mysore
: Regaalis Hotel or similar
Meals: 1B, 1D
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18
Mysore/Bangalore/Depart for U.S.
Meals: 1B, 1L
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