Ancient Caves with Temple & Backwater

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Embark on a mesmerizing journey through the cultural tapestry of India with our "Ancient Caves with Temple & Backwater" itinerary. Begin your adventure in Mumbai, where a city tour unfolds the historical Gateway of India and Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Vastu Sangrahalaya. Fly to Aurangabad for an exploration of the ancient Aurangabad Caves and Bibi Ka Maqbara. Delve into the rich history of Ajanta Caves and Ellora Caves, followed by a flight to Hyderabad. Discover the charms of Golconda Fort, Qutub Shahi Tombs, and more. Continue your odyssey through Kanchipuram, Mahabalipuram, Pondicherry, Chidambaram, and Thanjore, unraveling the architectural wonders and cultural delights. The journey culminates in Alleppey, where a houseboat cruise on the enchanting backwaters offers a perfect finale to this extraordinary expedition.

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Things To Know

  • 15 Nights' accommodation (if option selected) in selected price category hotels.
  • Private AC car/van for airport transfers, sightseeing, and excursions as per the program.
  • Lunch
  • Government taxes.
  • Bottled drinking water in the car.
  • Dinner
  • Monument entrances and activity charges mentioned in the itinerary.
  • English speaking tour guide on sightseeing days (local guide in each city), as per the program
  • Assistance on arrival at the airport.
  • Any flight ticket.
  • Camera charges at monuments if any.
  • Meals other than mentioned in inclusions.
  • Expenses of personal nature like liquor, laundry, tips, telephone, fax, internet, etc.
  • Gratuities and optional activities.
  • Anything not mentioned in the inclusions.
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

What's included in the package

Itinerary

Day 1

Mumbai

Mumbai

Overnight at hotel.

This is your accommodation for the night before continuing tomorrow

Day 2

Mumbai

Food Menu

Breakfast 

Elephanta Caves

Chhatrapati Shivaji Terminus

Overnight at hotel.

This is your accommodation for the night before continuing tomorrow

Day 3

Mumbai - Aurangabad (flight)

Food Menu

Breakfast 

Aurangabad

Aurangabad

Bibi Ka Maqbara

Overnight at hotel.

This is your accommodation for the night before continuing tomorrow

Day 4

Aurangabad - Ajanta - Aurangabad (104kms/ 2hrs approx one way)

Food Menu

Breakfast 

Ajanta Caves

Evening back to hotel in Aurangabad for overnight stay.

This is your accommodation for the night before continuing tomorrow

Day 5

Aurangabad - Hyderabad (flight)

Food Menu

Breakfast 

Ellora Caves

Daulatabad

Hyderabad

Hyderabad

Overnight at hotel.

This is your accommodation for the night before continuing tomorrow

Day 6

Hyderabad

Food Menu

Breakfast 

Qutb Shahi Tombs

Overnight at hotel.

This is your accommodation for the night before continuing tomorrow

Day 7

Hyderabad - Chennai (flight)

Food Menu

Breakfast 

Chennai District

Chennai District

Overnight at hotel.

This is your accommodation for the night before continuing tomorrow

Day 8

Chennai - Kanchipuram - Mahabalipuram - Pondicherry (235kms/ 5hrs approx)

Food Menu

Breakfast 

Kanchipuram

Overnight at hotel.

This is your accommodation for the night before continuing tomorrow

Day 9

Pondicherry

Food Menu

Breakfast 

Pondicherry

Overnight at hotel.

This is your accommodation for the night before continuing tomorrow

Day 10

Pondicherry - Chidambaram - Gangai Konda Cholapuram - Darasuram - Thanjore (185kms/ 4hrs approx)

Food Menu

Breakfast 

Chidambaram

Overnight at hotel.

This is your accommodation for the night before continuing tomorrow

Day 11

Thanjore - Trichy (60kms/ 1.5hrs approx)

Food Menu

Breakfast 

Overnight at hotel.

This is your accommodation for the night before continuing tomorrow

Day 12

Trichy - Madurai (140kms/ 3hrs approx)

Food Menu

Breakfast 

Madurai

Overnight at hotel.

This is your accommodation for the night before continuing tomorrow

Day 13

Madurai - Periyar (Thekkady) (160kms/ 3hrs approx)

Food Menu

Breakfast 

Periyar Tiger Reserve

Periyar Tiger Reserve

Overnight at hotel.

This is your accommodation for the night before continuing tomorrow

Day 14

Periyar (Thekkady)

Food Menu

Breakfast 

Thekkady

Overnight at hotel.

This is your accommodation for the night before continuing tomorrow

Day 15

Thekaddy – Alleppey (135kms/ 3hrs approx)

Food Menu

Breakfast 
Lunch 
Dinner 

Alleppey Backwaters

Houseboat stay.

This is your accommodation for the night before continuing tomorrow

Day 16

Alleppey – Cochin (60kms/ 1.5hrs approx)

Food Menu

Breakfast 

Kochi (Cochin)

Mattancherry Palace

Kochi (Cochin)


Where to meet and pickup

Pickup and Dropoff

Choose to be picked up from a list of locations

Additional Information

On arrival at Mumbai airport assistance and transfer to hotel

Ticket Redemption

Direct access, no redemption is required


Reviews By Other Travelers

4
Based on 1 review

What do other 1 guests say about Ancient Caves with Temple & Backwater

DV
DrSrinivas V
4
Jan 2021
place is 15 kms from pondichery,walk of 2 kms is require in nature protected forest,nice accomidatio and visit needs 2 to 3 hrs,due to covid19,we could not go insude

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Things to know

Included
  • 15 Nights' accommodation (if option selected) in selected price category hotels.
  • Private AC car/van for airport transfers, sightseeing, and excursions as per the program.
  • Lunch
  • Government taxes.
  • Bottled drinking water in the car.
  • Dinner
  • Monument entrances and activity charges mentioned in the itinerary.
  • English speaking tour guide on sightseeing days (local guide in each city), as per the program
  • Assistance on arrival at the airport.
Not Included
  • Any flight ticket.
  • Camera charges at monuments if any.
  • Meals other than mentioned in inclusions.
  • Expenses of personal nature like liquor, laundry, tips, telephone, fax, internet, etc.
  • Gratuities and optional activities.
  • Anything not mentioned in the inclusions.
Additional Information
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Payment Methods

Accept all major debit and credit cards
discoverCreated with Sketch.
jcbCreated with Sketch.
alipay_hkCreated with Sketch.
Accept crypto currencies