Pilgrimage Vacation in South India
TEMPLE
TOUR
DESTINATION: TRICHUR-COCHIN-THEKKADY-MADURAI-CAPE-TRIVANDRUM
DURATION: 10
NIGHTS/11 DAYS
Day 01 Arrival at
Trichur - drive to Guruvayoor, one of the most
sacred and important pilgrim centre of Kerala. Its main
attraction is the Sree Krishna Temple known here as
'Guruvayoorappan'. Overnight at Hotel Sopanam or similar.
Day
02 Drive to Cochin.
Day free at Cochin. Overnight stay at Hotel Yuvarani
or similar.
Day 03 At Cochin.
Sightseeing of Cochin visiting Dutch Palace, Jewish
Synagogue, St. Francis Church and watch operation
of Chinese Fishing nets. Overnight at hotel.
Day
04 Depart to Thekkady
- the drive to Thekkady itself is enchanting
as the road winds through tranquil countryside, rich
plantations and thick jungles. Enroute visit Chottanikkara
Devi temple, Ettumannor Shiva Temple. Overnight at
Michael's Inn.
Day
05 At Thekkady. Overnight
at hotel.
Day
06 Proceed to Madurai.
Madurai-situated on the the banks of river
Vaigai is one of India's most ancient cities with
a history dating back to the 6th century. Sightseeing
of Madurai visiting Meenakshi Temple, Thirumalai Nayakar
Mahal and Gandhi Museum. Overnight stay Hotel Supreme.
Day
07 Depart to Rameswaram,
temple at Rameswaram is dedicated to Lord Siva. Another
important place to visit is the Gandhamadana Parvatham
where Sri Rama Pada is enshrined, return to Mudurai
for overnight stay.
Day
08 Proceed to Cape.
Places of importance - Kanyakumari Temple, Vivekananda
Roch Memorial and Gandhi Memorial. Overnight at Hotel
Maadhini.
Day
09 Drive to Trivandrum-a-beautiful
city of magnificent structures built on seven hills
with ancient and modern style of architecture. Visit
Sucheendram temple and Padmanabhapuram Palace. Overnight
at Residency Tower.
Day 10 At Trivandrum,
full day sightseeing of Trivandrum. Overnight stay.
Day
11 Departure transfer.
