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Southern India: Temples & Traditions 2025

14 days from $9,995 per person, double occupancy

Limited to 18 guests

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Venture into India’s verdant southern landscapes to discover the history, cuisine and culture of this lush and beautiful region of the sub-continent, exploring extraordinary spice villages and tropical coastal cities, viewing impressive rock temples and carvings, witnessing a performance of indigenous dance, and meeting with locals and royals alike.

A&K Advantages

  • Explore the Shore Temples of Mahabalipuram, bastions of ancient history and noted for their stunning collection of rock temples and carvings
  • Visit local villages as well as an experimental community, enjoying authentic interactions with locals
  • Join a naturalist guide for an exploration of a spice plantation in Periyar
  • Embark on an idyllic cruise through the tranquil backwaters of Kerala on a traditional houseboat
  • Meet with the Cochin Royal Family to explore their origins and learn about their role in Kerala’s history
  • Watch a Kathakali dance show and see how the dancers’ lavish makeup, costumes and exotic masks are prepared

Itinerary at a Glance

DAY 1
Arrive Chennai, India
DAY 2
Chennai | City of Myths & Legends
DAY 3
Kanchipuram | Stunning Temples of Old
DAY 4
Mahabalipuram | Magnificent Architecture
DAY 5
Pondicherry | Cities Committed to Spiritual Insight
DAY 6
Swamimalai/Thanjavur | Bronze Artistry
DAY 7
Thanjavur/Chettinad | Historic Temple & Palace
DAY 8
Chettinad | Tile-Making Factory Visit
DAY 9
Madurai | Journey to a Spice Plantation
DAY 10
Periyar | Fragrant Scents of Favorite Spices
DAY 11
Kumarakom | Rural Life in Kerala’s Backwaters
DAY 12
Kumarakom | A Relaxing Day Cruise by Houseboat
DAY 13
Kochi | Meet the Royal Family
DAY 14
Depart Kochi
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