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Treasures of Southern India Treasures of Southern India Group Tour | General interest 14 Days & 12 Nights Lead-in price: £2,395 Current prices from: £2,395 The delicate scent of spices, the sound of temple bells, exotic flora and fauna, and idyllic sandy beaches all characterise Tamil Nadu and Kerala. This journey travels through hill stations, tropical backwaters and temple-laden towns while staying in some of the region’s very best hotels. Holiday Highlights: Stay in the heart of the French quarter in Puducherry (Pondicherry) Visit Meenakshi temple for the night ceremony Spend 2 nights relaxing in the Keralan backwaters at the sublime Kumarakom Lake Resort Guided tour of hidden Kochi Stay in 4- & 5-star accommodation Small group size - average 14 people (maximum 26) Go Travel To, 31 Regent Street, Shanklin, Isle of Wight, PO37 7AF Tel 01983 716727 Email: [email protected] Independent Travel Agents – ABTA P7214 Itinerary: Day 1: Fly to Chennai Fly from London (regional connections available) to Chennai (Madras), via Dubai with Emirates. (N) Day 2: Chennai On arrival, transfer to the Hyatt Regency (or similar) for 1 night (early check in available). At the beginning of the British Raj, Chennai was the busiest and wealthiest port in India, so after some time at leisure at the hotel, explore a city where ancient temples and monuments sit alongside colonial architecture, creating a striking contrast. End the day on the Marina beach stretch, where you can watch fishermen riding the waves on their catamarans and locals enjoying the esplanade. (B) Day 3: Mahabalipuram • Puducherry Visit Mylapore, a suburb of Chennai and one of the oldest towns in Tamil Nadu. Explore the bustling alleyways and see the jewellers, silk merchants and flower vendors in bazaars providing a colourful backdrop to the Shiva temple, which towers impressively over the town. Continue to Puducherry (Pondicherry), visiting the exquisite rock-cut shore temples at Mahabalipuram en route. Arrive in the charming seaside town and check in to the Palais de Mahe (or similar) for a 2-night stay in the heart of the French quarter. (B) Day 4: Puducherry This morning visit a nearby rural village, organised by the Mohanam Cultural Centre, which aims to preserve the culture of the region through a series of heritage workshops. Watch and take part in traditional crafts such as stone carving, ceramics and terracotta work. Later, explore Puducherry and see how the French presence and influence is still very much evident in the town's architecture and how historic buildings jostle side by side with charming sidewalk cafes. The promenade of the town, located close to the hotel, features in the award-winning film Life of Pi and is an excellent place to interact with locals, who gather here in the early evening. (B) Day 5: Kumbakonam Drive through scenic countryside to Kumbakonam for 2 nights at the Mantra Koodam. On arrival, enjoy a traditional regional tea or coffee at the hotel's tea station, or 'kadai', modelled on the tea shops found throughout south India. In the early evening, try your hand at pottery, which has been an integral part of Indian culture for thousands of years with origins dating back to the Indus Valley civilization. Finally, enjoy an interactive culinary demonstration at your resort, led by expert chefs who will introduce you to the wonderful world of south Indian cookery. (B, D) Day 6: Kumbakonam A day to discover the crafts and culture of Tamil Nadu. Observe master foundrymen produce extraordinary detailed bronze cast statues using only rudimental materials; see the extraordinary process of 'pattu' silk weaving, using wooden handlooms to create beautifully complex and delicate saris that are sold all over the world. Try producing your own 'kolams', colourful patterns that are displayed outside homes using rice flour, coloured chalk and sometimes herbs, as a sign of health and prosperity. Today you will also visit one of the largest vegetable markets in Asia and the Darasuram temple, one of the best-preserved temples in southern India, Go Travel To, 31 Regent Street, Shanklin, Isle of Wight, PO37 7AF Tel 01983 716727 Email: [email protected] Independent Travel Agents – ABTA P7214 renowned for its delicate sculptures carved into the stone. Finally, visit the former home of Srinivasa Ramanujan, the mathematician who was the inspiration for the 2015 film The Man Who Knew Infinity. (B, L, D) Day 7: Chettinad Drive to Chettinad, stopping at the Brihadeeswarar temple en route. The temple is known for its frescoes which, despite being over 1,000 years old, have retained their colour and character. Continue to the art gallery and Saraswathi Mahal library at the Tanjore Palace, before arriving in Chettinad for an overnight stay at Chidambara Vilas (or similar). Chettinad cuisine is known for its simple presentation but rich and flavoursome dishes; this evening, enjoy a superb culinary experience at your hotel. (B, L, D) Day 8: Madurai This morning visit Chettinad's bustling village market, where locals pick up their everyday supplies. Continue to the city of Madras, for an overnight stay at the Heritage Madurai. The frenetic centre of the city's activity is the main temple, the mighty Meenakshi Sundareswarar, which you will visit this evening for the illustrious night ceremony. (B) Day 9: Munnar As you leave Tamil Nadu for Kerala this morning, observe how the landscape changes to verdant hills, quiet villages and rolling tea estates. Stay overnight at the Fragrant Nature (or similar) in Munnar, a town developed by Scottish tea planters at the beginning of the 20th century. (B, D) Day 10: Kumarakom This morning take a guided stroll through a working tea plantation to see the tea pluckers in the field and learn how tea was first introduced and procured in the early days of the British Raj. Continue to Kumarakom for 2 nights at the Kumarakom Lake Resort (or similar), set within verdant gardens and with panoramic views of Lake Vembanad. The lake is a prime fishing ground for local villagers and also an important nesting ground for migratory wetland birds. (B, D) Day 11: Kumarakom Enjoy a day at leisure to enjoy the facilities at your hotel and its beautiful surrounds. (B, D) Day 12: Kochi This morning board a traditional kettuvallam (converted rice boat) for a gentle cruise through the backwaters, passing verdant coconut groves and paddy fields. After disembarking, drive to the enchanting city of Kochi, filled with a melody of Dutch, Portuguese and British architectural influences serving as a reminder of the strategic importance this port town once held on the former spice route. This evening, watch a Kathakali dance performance where stories are told with elaborate hand gestures, facial expressions and choreographed movements, with colourful masks and costumes. Stay 2 nights at Eighth Bastion (or similar). (B) Day 13: Kochi Morning sightseeing tour of Kochi's highlights including Mattancherry Palace, the Chinese fishing nets and the 16th-century St Francis Church. Then explore hidden Kochi including Jew Town, which showcases a number of dying arts such as exquisite French lace embroidery. Continue to dhobi wallah, a wash-house where a sea of white hotel sheets and clothing are slathered on the washing stones. Afternoon at leisure to further explore the labyrinthine streets and their array of local markets. (B) Day 14: Fly to London via Mumbai Fly to London via Dubai with Emirates. (B) Go Travel To, 31 Regent Street, Shanklin, Isle of Wight, PO37 7AF Tel 01983 716727 Email: [email protected] Independent Travel Agents – ABTA P7214 Meal basis As per itinerary – B: Breakfast, L: Lunch, D: Dinner, N: No meals. Important information This tour is based in 4- and 5-star accommodation. Single supplement From £996pp. What’s Included • 4- & 5-star accommodation • Flexible - extensions, room & flight upgrades available • Small group size - average 14 people (max 26) • International flights with Emirates • Transfers in an air-conditioned vehicle • Experienced local tour manager • 13 breakfasts, 1 lunch, 6 dinners • Guided sightseeing & entrance fees • Porterage at airports & stations • Balanced pace Accommodation Details: Chidambara Vilas, Karaikudi Go Travel To, 31 Regent Street, Shanklin, Isle of Wight, PO37 7AF Tel 01983 716727 Email: [email protected] Independent Travel Agents – ABTA P7214 Originally built during the late 19th century by the Chettiyars of the Karaikudi region, Chidambara Vilas is a mansion that has been converted into a hotel. Sympathetically restored over a period of 3 years, the hotel retains many of its original features including the period furniture, pillared columns exquisitely carved out of Burma teak and the Belgian Chandeliers. Each of the 25 spacious rooms is comfortably furnished and carefully combines old-world charm with the essential requirements of modern-day traveller. The rooms are decorated individually and no two are the same size. The hotel's facilities include a main dining area that serves traditional Chettinad cuisine. The interactive kitchen set next to this dining area offers guests the opportunity to learn about traditional Chettinad cuisine. There is also a fine dining restaurant with an ambience that takes you back to colonial days. The fine dining restaurant serves Chettinad delicacies prepared according to guests preference. Leisure facilities include an outdoor swimming pool. Chidambara Vilas is set in a small village called Ramachandrapuram, which is about 40 minutes from Karaikudi. Eighth Bastion, Kochi (Cochin) Set in the heart of Fort Kochi, Eighth Bastion is a small chic property that effortlessly combines contemporary and colonial styles. The hotel is built around a small courtyard, and features rooms that are elegantly decorated in minimalist style with many overlooking the Arabian Sea. No two rooms are of the same size with some featuring shower cubicles and others sunken bath tubs.
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