Southern Gems: From Tamil Nadu's Hills & Temples to Kerala's Coast
#CBE-TVM78: - 7 Nights / 8 Days
₹1000.00
Package Overview:
Embark on an extraordinary journey through the diverse landscapes and rich cultural heritage of South India, primarily focusing on Tamil Nadu's iconic destinations and concluding in Kerala. This immersive tour begins in the bustling city of Coimbatore, moves to the serene hills of Kodaikanal, explores the ancient temple cities of Madurai and Rameswaram, culminates at the unique land's end of Kanyakumari, and concludes with relaxation on the beautiful beaches of Kovalam, with departure from Trivandrum. This package offers a deep dive into the natural beauty, spiritual significance, and historical grandeur of this vibrant region.
Private AC vehicle for all transfers & sightseeing
Accommodation in premium hotels/resorts
Daily breakfast at hotels
Professional driver-cum-guide assistance throughout the tour
Travel insurance & 24/7 customer support
🌟 Tour Highlights:
✔️ Explore the textile city of Coimbatore and its spiritual sites
✔️ Relax and sightsee in the serene hill station of Kodaikanal
✔️ Discover the ancient temples and cultural heritage of Madurai
✔️ Embark on a spiritual journey in Rameswaram, visiting significant temples and Dhanushkodi
✔️ Experience the unique confluence of three seas at Kanyakumari and its iconic memorials
✔️ Enjoy the pristine beaches of Kovalam
✔️ Explore the historical and cultural landmarks of Trivandrum
✔️ Scenic drives through diverse landscapes of Tamil Nadu and Kerala
✔️ Opportunity to experience a blend of nature, culture, history, and spirituality
🌄 Day 1: Arrival in Coimbatore & City Exploration
✈️ Arrival at Coimbatore Airport / Railway Station. Meet & greet by our representative. Transfer to hotel and check-in.
🔹 Sightseeing in Coimbatore:
🕉️ Adiyogi Statue, Isha Yoga Centre – Visit the 112-feet tall Shiva statue; a spiritual marvel.
🛕 Marudhamalai Murugan Temple – Hill temple with panoramic views.
🚗 Gedee Car Museum – Explore vintage & classic car collections.
🌳 VOC Park and Zoo – Family-friendly park with mini-zoo.
🏨 Overnight Stay: Coimbatore
🌿 Day 2: Coimbatore ➡️ Kodaikanal – The Princess of Hill Stations
🍽️ Breakfast at hotel and proceed to the scenic hill station of Kodaikanal (approx. 5-6 hrs drive). Check-in to hotel.
🔹 Sightseeing in Kodaikanal:
🚣 Kodaikanal Lake – Boating or lakeside walk.
🌄 Coaker’s Walk – Pedestrian path with breathtaking valley views.
🌺 Bryant Park – Beautiful botanical garden.
🪨 Pillar Rocks – Three vertically positioned rock pillars.
🌲 Pine Forest – Tranquil spot for nature photography.
🏨 Overnight Stay: Kodaikanal
🕌 Day 3: Kodaikanal ➡️ Madurai – Temple City
🍽️ After breakfast, check out and head to Madurai – one of India’s oldest cities (approx. 3-4 hrs drive). Check-in to hotel.
🔹 Sightseeing in Madurai:
🌟 Meenakshi Amman Temple – Architectural masterpiece of Dravidian style.
🏰 Thirumalai Nayakkar Palace – Grand 17th-century Indo-Saracenic marvel.
🕊️ Gandhi Memorial Museum – Chronicles the life of Mahatma Gandhi.
🛕 Alagar Kovil – Vishnu temple known for sculpture and devotion.
🏨 Overnight Stay: Madurai
🌊 Day 4: Madurai ➡️ Rameswaram – The Holy Island
🍽️ After breakfast, check out and proceed to Rameswaram (approx. 3-4 hrs drive). Check-in to hotel.
🔹 Sightseeing in Rameswaram:
🌉 Pamban Bridge – India’s first sea bridge with scenic ocean views.
🛕 Ramanathaswamy Temple – One of the 12 Jyotirlingas with long corridors & 22 holy theerthams.
🙏 Panchamukhi Hanuman Temple – Five-faced Hanuman idol & floating stones.
🌌 Navpanigriham (Devipatnam) – Navagraha temple associated with Lord Rama.
🌊 Dhanushkodi – Explore the ghost town where Bay of Bengal meets Indian Ocean.
🕉️ Kothandaramaswamy Temple – Seaside temple linked to Lord Rama.
🪔 Ram Paravath, Sita Theertham, Gandhamadhana Parvatham – Sacred mythological spots.
🏨 Overnight Stay: Rameswaram
🌅 Day 5: Rameswaram ➡️ Kanyakumari – Southernmost Tip of India
🍽️ After breakfast, check out and drive to Kanyakumari (approx. 6-7 hrs). Check-in to hotel.
🔹 Sightseeing in Kanyakumari:
🚢 Vivekananda Rock Memorial – Ferry ride to the iconic rock monument.
🗿 Thiruvalluvar Statue – Towering statue of Tamil philosopher-poet.
🌊 Triveni Sangam – Unique meeting point of three seas.
🌇 Sunset View Point – Experience sunset over the Arabian Sea.
🚤 Poovar Backwaters (optional, if time permits) – Mangrove boat ride.
🏨 Overnight Stay: Kanyakumari
🏖️ Day 6: Kanyakumari ➡️ Kovalam – Beachside Bliss
🌅 Optional: Witness sunrise at Kanyakumari.
🍽️ After breakfast, check out and drive to Kovalam (approx. 2.5-3 hrs). Check-in to hotel.
🔹 Leisure & Optional Sightseeing:
🏝️ Relax at Kovalam Beach
🪂 Jatayu Earth Center (optional, if time permits en route) – Adventure tourism & giant rock sculpture.
🏨 Overnight Stay: Kovalam
🏛️ Day 7: Trivandrum Sightseeing & Kovalam Leisure
🍽️ After breakfast, head for sightseeing in nearby Trivandrum (Thiruvananthapuram), then unwind at the beach.
🔹 Sightseeing in Trivandrum:
🛕 Padmanabhaswamy Temple – Famous Vishnu temple (dress code applies).
🖼️ Napier Museum & Natural History Museum – Cultural artifacts and exhibits.
🐅 Thiruvananthapuram Zoo – One of the oldest zoos in India.
🔹 Evening Leisure:
🌴 Relax on Kovalam Beach
🏨 Overnight Stay: Kovalam
🛫 Day 8: Departure from Trivandrum
🍽️ After breakfast, check out from hotel.
🚕 Transfer to Trivandrum International Airport / Railway Station for your onward journey with sweet memories.