Upon arrival, Spirit of India Tour’s representative shall meet you and escort you to your designated hotel. Chennai formerly known as Madras is the capital city of the India State of Tamil Naidu. The city was established and developed by the British as a Urban centre and naval base in the 17th century. It is famous for its culture and tradition. Chennai is the fourth most populous metropolitan area and the fifth most populous city in India. Its has the 2nd longest seashore in the world. Overnight stay at Chennai.

Next morning after breakfast, drive towards Pondicherry. Reach Pondicherry and check into the hotel. After wash and change, enjoy tour of Pondicherry visit Aurobindo Ashram, Auroville, Botanical gardens, Church of Sacred Heart of Jesus - built in the Gothic style, Pondicherry Museum - has a fine sculpture gallery and a section for archaeological findings dating back to the Roman settlement at Arikamedu and the ninth century Light house. Overnight stay at Pondicherry.

In the morning after breakfast, drive towards Tanjore - Tanjore rose to glory during the later Chola period between the 9th and 14th centuries A.D. It also flourished later during the rule of the Nayaks and Mahrattas.On the way visit a Brass factory at Kumbakonam. Reach Tanjore and check into the hotel overnight stay.

Spend the morning on a sightseeing tour of Tanjore before a short drive to Trichy. Our city tour includes the enormous Brihadishwara Temple. Built by Raja Raja in 1010, the World Heritage protected temple has a dome weighing an estimated 80 tonnes which was hauled into place along an earth ramp in a manner similar to that used for the Egyptian pyramids. Trichy has been ravaged by war through the centuries. A lasting legacy is the Rock Fort and its temples. Overnight - Trichy

After breakfast, enjoy sightseeing tour of Madurai visit Gandhi Museum, Alagar Koil, Mariamman Teppakulam and the Vaigai dam. In the evening visit the Thirumalai Nayak Palace and attend the evening prayer ceremonies at Meenakshi temple. Overnight stay at Madurai.

The journey continues to Periyar which has south India’s most popular wildlife sanctuary and home to sambar wild boar, elephant, bison, antelope, langur and a small tiger population. Kumily, close to the sanctuary and where you’ll stay, is a pretty town dotted with small spice and handicraft shops. Overnight - Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary

There is plenty to do in and around Periyar. Perhaps enjoy a boat ride on Lake Periyar to spot herds of wild elephants or visit the nearby tea estates and spice plantation. Afternoon at leisure. Overnight - Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary

Continue to Kumarakom. Perched sleepily amongst a tangle of lush tropical waterways known as the Keralan backwaters, Kumarakom is technically an island on Lake Vembanad. An ideal place to relax and be at one with natural surroundings, you’ll enjoy two nights here. Check out the wonderful bird sanctuary. Overnight - Kumarakom

This morning, you’ll board a traditional Keralan rice boat for a journey through the backwaters in and around Allapuzha (Alleppey). The boat will cross shallow, palm-fringed lakes and cruise along peaceful canals where copra and cashews are loaded onto local boats. The on-board cook will prepare locally-inspired food. Relax, read and catch some sun as the boat plies it’s route. Overnight - Rice Boat

Backwaters - Kochi. Disembarking at Allapuzha, enjoy a short drive to Kochi (Cochin). The city of Kochi perfectly reflects the eclecticism of Kerala. One can see winding streets with mosques, a 16th century Jewish synagogue and Jewish community with ancient roots and 500 year old Portuguese cottages! Enjoy the remains of the day your way. Overnight - Kochi

This morning enjoy a sightseeing tour, including a walking tour of Fort Cochin. With the afternoon at leisure, perhaps watch famous Keralan dancers perform. Arrive early so you don’t miss the artists applying their awesome make-up. Overnight - Kochi

Hotel check-out and included onward transfer to airport.