Day 1: Arrive Bangalore
Upon arrival at Bangalore airport, you will be warmly greeted by our representative and transferred to your hotel. Check-in by 12 pm and take some time to relax and refresh. Immerse yourself in Bangalore’s unique blend of modernity and tradition, witnessing its dynamic culture and vibrant streets. You may explore the nearby surroundings or enjoy the hotel’s amenities to acclimate. The evening is at leisure to prepare for the exciting temple and city explorations ahead.

Day 2: Bangalore City Tour
After breakfast, visit Lalbagh Botanical Garden, a sprawling 240-acre haven with rare plants, a serene lake, and the iconic Lalbagh Rock offering panoramic views. Continue to Tipu Sultan's Summer Palace, adorned with intricately carved arches, balconies, and majestic pillars reflecting the legendary ruler's era. Next, explore the Bangalore Palace, showcasing Tudor and Scottish architectural styles and India’s royal grandeur. Conclude with a leisurely stroll through Cubbon Park, enjoying ornamental statues, fountains, and lush greenery. Return to the hotel for an overnight stay.

Day 3: Bangalore to Vellore (220 kms)
Following breakfast, embark on a scenic drive to Vellore. Visit the historic Vellore Fort, an architectural blend of Dravidian and Gothic styles, standing as a sentinel of the past. Inside, explore the Jalakandeswarar Temple, renowned for its intricate carvings, towering gopurams, and sacred sanctums that offer a transcendent spiritual experience. Stroll through the fort complex to soak in its history and cultural significance. Arrive at your hotel and enjoy a restful evening.

Day 4: Vellore to Chennai (145 kms)
Drive to Chennai with a captivating stop at Kanchipuram, the “City of Thousand Temples.” Begin at the Kamakshi Amman Temple, radiating divine aura with ornate vimanas and sacred ponds. Visit Ekambareswarar Temple, famed for its 3,500-year-old mango tree symbolizing eternal devotion. In Chennai, explore Fort St. George, the first British stronghold in India. Walk along Marina Beach, feel the ocean breeze, and visit Kapaleeshwarar Temple, adorned with vibrant sculptures and a towering gopuram. Overnight stay in Chennai.

Day 5: Chennai to Pondicherry (160 kms)
Embark on a scenic drive to Mahabalipuram before reaching Pondicherry. Explore the Shore Temple, offering stunning sea views and intricate Pallava carvings, followed by the Five Rathas, a set of monolithic rock-cut temples. In Pondicherry, visit the Aurobindo Ashram for spiritual reflection and stroll through the French Quarter, with its pastel-colored colonial buildings, cobbled streets, and charming cafés. Enjoy the serene ambiance of the coastal town before checking in to your hotel for an overnight stay.

Day 6: Pondicherry to Thanjavur via Chidambaram, Gangaikonda Cholapuram, and Darasuram (180 kms)
Travel to Thanjavur with stops at Chidambaram’s Nataraja Temple, celebrating Lord Shiva as the cosmic dancer with a golden roof that glistens in the sun. Visit the Gangaikonda Cholapuram Temple, an architectural marvel of the Chola dynasty with intricate carvings and towering gopurams. Explore the Darasuram Temple, noted for its exquisite stone sculptures and tranquil setting. In Thanjavur, experience the grandeur of Brihadeshwara Temple, a UNESCO World Heritage site, along with Vijayanagar Fort and Thanjavur Art Gallery & Saraswathi Mahal Library, housing ancient manuscripts and artworks. Return to your hotel for the night.

Day 7: Thanjavur to Trichy (65 kms) and Departure
On the final day, revisit the majestic Brihadeshwara Temple and Vijayanagar Fort for a deeper appreciation of their historical and spiritual significance. Explore Thanjavur Art Gallery & Saraswathi Mahal Library to witness rare manuscripts and intricate artworks. Travel to Trichy to visit the iconic Sri Ranganathaswamy Temple, Rock Fort Temple, and Jambukeswarar Temple, each offering unique architectural beauty and spiritual ambiance. Conclude your South India temple journey with a transfer to Trichy airport, bidding farewell to the timeless temples, historic forts, and enchanting landscapes that defined this cultural odyssey.

- Assistance on arrival at airport.

- 6 Nights' accommodation in selected price category hotels.

- Daily breakfast at hotels.

- Private AC car/van for airport transfers, sightseeing, and excursions as per the program.

- English speaking tour guide on sightseeing days (local guide in each city), as per program.

- Monument entrances and activities charges mentioned in the itinerary.

- Bottled drinking water in car.

- Government taxes.

Hotels used or similar for 6 nights accommodation

Bangalore x 2 nights
3* - Ramada/ The Rialto
4* - Fortune Select JP Cosmos/ Lemon Tree Premier Ulsoor Lake
5* - ITC Gardenia, a Luxury Collection/ ITC Windsor a Luxury Collection

Vellore x 1 night
3* - Hotel Khanna Fiesta/ POPPYS Anukula Residency
4* & 5* - Regency Sameera Vellore by GRT Hotels/ Fortune Park

Chennai x 1 night
3* - Raj Park/ MGM East Woods
4* - The  Raintree/ Accord Metropolitan
5* - ITC Grand Chola/ The Leela Palace

Pondicherry x 1 night
3* - Shenbaga Hotel/ Annamalai International
4* - Le Pondy/ The Windflower Resort & Spa
5* - Palais De Mahe/ La Villa

Thnjore x 1 night
3* - Grand Gardenia/ Oriental Towers 
4* - Sangam Hotels/ Ideal River View Resort
5* - Svatma

- Trichy - Bangalore flight fare approx INR 5, 500 per person in economy class.

- Camera charges at monuments if any.

- Meals other than mentioned in the inclusions.

- Expenses of personal nature like liquor, laundry, tips, telephone, fax, internet etc. 

- Gratuities and optional activities.

- Anything not mentioned in inclusions.