On your arrival at Chennai airport, our team welcomes you and transfers you to the hotel. After check-in, embark on a comprehensive city tour. Begin with Fort St. George & Museum, an architectural marvel built by the British East India Company in 1640 AD. Explore the intricate Kapaleeshwarar Temple dedicated to Lord Shiva, the vibrant Semmozhi Poonga botanical garden, and the fascinating Dakshina Chitra living history museum. Conclude your day with a serene evening stroll along the Marina Beach, offering breathtaking views of the Bay of Bengal. Overnight stay at the hotel.
Reisroute
Ga op een betoverende "Reis langs de tempelroute" door het hart van Zuid-India, waar de oude echo's van spiritualiteit en architectonische hoogstandjes samenkomen. Deze zorgvuldig samengestelde route neemt je mee op een verkenningstocht langs goddelijke schatten, van de historische tempels van Chennai tot de mystieke charme van Pondicherry. Dompel jezelf onder in de grootsheid van Vellore Fort en de heilige sfeer van Tiruvannamalai, voordat je je verwondert over de architecturale pracht van Thanjavur en de vereerde Chidambaram Nataraja Tempel. Eindigend met de serene stranden van Mahabalipuram belooft deze expeditie een heilig verblijf, waarbij culturele rijkdom wordt gecombineerd met spirituele verlichting langs de betoverende Tempelroute.
Reisprogramma
Aankomst Chennai
Startpunt
Chennai Airport, Chennai, Kanchipuram, Tamil Nadu, India
09:00 - 23:55
Chennai - Kanchipuram - Vellore (140 km/3 uur ongeveer)
Post breakfast, the journey begins towards Kanchipuram, renowned as the "City of a Thousand Temples." Visit the Kailasanathar Temple, a magnificent 8th-century shrine dedicated to Lord Shiva, and Ekambareswarar Temple, known for its ancient mango tree yielding different varieties. Explore Varadharaja and Vaikundhaperumal temples, experiencing the rich tapestry of Tamil Nadu's religious heritage. Later, proceed to Vellore and delve into its history by exploring the 16th-century Vellore Fort and the stunning Sri Lakshmi Narayani Golden Temple. Overnight stay at the hotel.
Vellore - Tiruvannamalai - Ramanasramam - Trichy (ongeveer 280 km/6 uur)
After breakfast, drive to Trichy. En route, explore the spiritual ambiance of the Arulmigu Arunachaleswarar Temple at the foot of the sacred Arunachala Hill in Tiruvannamalai. Visit Ramanasramam, a spiritual ashram founded by Ramana Maharshi, and then proceed to Trichy. Check-in at the hotel and overnight stay.
Trichy - Thanjore (ongeveer 60 km/1,3 uur)
Start the day with a visit to the iconic Sri Ranganathaswamy Temple, boasting 22 gopurams, including India's tallest. Explore the Rock Fort Temple, offering panoramic views of Trichy, and Tiruvanaikkaval, housing the Jambukeshwara temple. Post-sightseeing, drive to Thanjore and visit the UNESCO-listed Brihadeshwara Temple & Fort, Thanjavur Palace & Museum, and Saraswathi Mahal Library. Relax at the hotel in the evening.
Thanjore - Darasuram - Gangaikonda Cholapuram - Chidambaram - Pondicherry (180 km/4 uur ongeveer)
Proceed to Pondicherry, making stops at Darasuram Temple, adorned with exquisite stone carvings, and Gangaikonda Cholapuram, showcasing Tamil architecture with a square plan. Explore Chidambaram's Nataraja Temple, dedicated to Lord Shiva. Continue your journey to the serene shores of Pondicherry. Check-in at the hotel and unwind. Overnight stay in Pondicherry.
Pondicherry - Mahabalipuram - Chennai (160 km/ ongeveer 3 uur)
After breakfast, delve into Pondicherry's cultural treasures. Visit Aurovil, founded in 1968 as a global town promoting harmony, and the Pondicherry Museum, housing a significant collection of Chola bronze sculptures. Stroll through the French Colony, absorbing the architectural beauty. Later, drive to Chennai via Mahabalipuram. Explore Monolithic Temples, the ancient Shore Temple, Cave Temples, and Krishna's Butterball. Conclude your journey at Chennai airport for your onward flight, cherishing the memories of a spiritual and architectural odyssey through South India.
Eindpunt
Chennai Airport, Chennai, Kanchipuram, Tamil Nadu, India
16:00 - 23:55
Annuleringsbeleid
Cancellation Policy:
100% refund up to 30 days before tour date
50% refund if tour cancelled between 29 & 15 days before tour date
No refund, if tour cancelled within 7 days of tour date
Reisinformatie
Accommodatie
Gebruikte hotels of gelijkwaardig voor 5 nachten accommodatie
3 sterren hotels
Chennai x 1 nacht: ZONE By The Park/ Raj Park
Vellore x 1 nacht: Regency Sameera Vellore by GRT Hotel
Trichy x 1 nacht: Red Fox Hotel/ Hotel Blossoms
Thanjore x 1 nacht: Sangam Hotels
Pondicherry x 1 nacht: Shenbaga Hotel/ Anandha Inn Convention Centre
4 Sterren Hotels
Chennai x 1 nacht: Accord Metropolitan/ The Park Chennai
Vellore x 1 nacht: Fortune Park Vellore
Trichy x 1 nacht: Courtyard by Marriott
Thanjore x 1 nacht: GReaT Trails Riverview Resort
Pondicherry x 1 nacht: Le Pondy/ Accord Puducherry
5 Sterren hotels
Chennai x 1 nacht: Radisson Blu Hotel GRT Chennai/ Hilton Chennai
Vellore x 1 nacht: Fortune Park Vellore
Trichy x 1 nacht: Courtyard by Marriott
Thanjore x 1 nacht: Svatma
Pondicherry x 1 nacht: Palais De Mahe/ La Villa
Vervoer
Privé-chauffeursauto met airconditioning voor luchthavenvervoer, sightseeing en excursies volgens programma.
Extra diensten
Assistentie op de luchthaven
Entreegelden voor monumenten en activiteiten vermeld in de reisbeschrijving.
Gebotteld water in de auto
Toepasselijke GST (overheidsbelastingen).
Extra diensten
Gezichtsmaskers voor reizigers
Handdesinfecterend middel beschikbaar voor reizigers en personeel
Gereedschap/apparatuur tussen gebruik door ontsmet
Vervoermiddelen regelmatig ontsmet
Reguliere temperatuurcontroles voor personeel
Contactloos betalen voor fooien en toeslagen
Maaltijden
Alleen dagelijks ontbijt inbegrepen in alle hotels.
Gids
Alle sightseeing met lokale Engelssprekende gids volgens programma. (Andere taalgids kan op verzoek worden geregeld tegen extra kosten)
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Valuta
Indian Rupee
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