Chennai to Bangalore (5 Star) - 18 days
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Tour Overview
PRIVATE TOUR: Discover South India on this 18-day journey from Delhi to Bangalore, travelling through ancient temples, serene backwaters, lush hills and lively cities. Visit Chennai’s colonial gems, the rock temples of Mahabalipuram, and the French quarters of Pondicherry. Explore Tanjore’s Chola heritage, Madurai’s sacred splendour and Munnar’s tea gardens. Cruise Alleppey’s backwaters, spot wildlife in Periyar, and uncover the charm of Cochin, Mysore and Hassan before ending in Bangalore.
Start
Chennai
End
Bangalore
Destination
Bangalore
Days
18
Pace
Medium
Range
Private
Max Group Size
Min 0 - Max 0
Min Age
0
Trip Code: CHTB5
Trip Highlights
Why you'll love this trip
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Chennai - Discover colonial and sacred landmarks from Marina Beach to Fort St George, Santhome Cathedral and Kapaleeshwarar Temple
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Kanchipuram - Admire the facades of Kailasanatha and Ekambaranatha Temples, noting towering gopurams and carvings without interior entry
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Mahabalipuram - View Shore Temple, Five Rathas and Arjuna’s Penance from designated viewpoints beside the Bay of Bengal
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Pondicherry - Experience French Quarter streets, Sri Aurobindo Ashram frontage and Promenade Beach, capturing colonial architecture and coastal ambience from the outside
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Pondicherry - Experience French Quarter streets, Sri Aurobindo Ashram frontage and Promenade Beach, capturing colonial architecture and coastal ambience from the outside
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Thanjavur - Appreciate Brihadeeshwara Temple’s monumental vimana and granite cupola from the complex exterior, emblematic of Chola engineering
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Trichy - Survey Sri Ranganathaswamy Temple’s vast gopurams and the dramatic Rock Fort skyline from riverside and city viewpoints
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Madurai - Behold Meenakshi Amman Temple’s colourful gopurams and lively precincts from outside, a revered centre of worship and legend
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Munnar - Wander through tea-clad hillsides and scenic viewpoints, with chances to spot Nilgiri Tahr at Eravikulam from permitted public areas
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Periyar - Scan forested lakeshores for wildlife from designated vantage points, appreciating habitats without committing to boat safaris
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Alleppey - Sail leisurely by houseboat through palm-lined canals and Vembanad Lake, watching village life unfold along the backwaters
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Kochi - Stroll Fort Kochi’s lanes to see Chinese fishing nets, colonial churches and spice warehouses from the outside
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Is This Trip Right for You?
Is this trip right for you?
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There are some long travelling days on this trip, but it’s all part of the adventure and a great way to get to know your fellow travellers.
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This trip requires a moderate level of fitness as it involves some walking and swimming, allowing you to really get among nature. Please bring sturdy, comfortable walking shoes, a swimsuit and comfortable clothing.
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Multiple activities on this trip are subject to weather and water conditions and on occasion, may be cancelled for safety or operational reasons. In the case of cancellation, we will endeavour to find a suitable replacement activity.
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