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Tamil Nadu and the Andaman Islands
16 days from £2725 per person

Madurai | Chettinad | Tanjore | Pondicherry | Mahabalipuram | Havelock Island | Chennai



A chance to experience two extremes of India; one renowned for its incredible temples and the other for its pristine nature and stunning beaches. Tamil Nadu boasts centuries of fascinating history and monuments left behind by three major dynasties; the Cholas, Pallavas and Vijayanagars. Towering temples bustling with devotees dominate the flat landscape. After exploring the region you will fly to Port Blair, the main town in the Andamans, to catch the boat to a secluded island with a relaxed hotel where you can completely unwind. This tour is purely a suggested itinerary. It can be booked as is or alternatively used as a starting point for creating your own ideal bespoke holiday to Tamil Nadu and the Andaman Islands.


Itinerary Details

Day 1 - In Transit

Daytime flight to Chennai.

Day 2 - Taj Gateway - Madurai

Fly to Madurai. Afternoon to relax.

Day 3 - Taj Gateway - Madurai

Take a tour of the city. Return to the temple in the evening for the "Going to Bed Ceremony".

Day 4 - Visalam - Chettinad

Drive to Chettinad and explore the region.

Day 5 - Ideal River View Resort - Tanjore

Travel by road to Tanjore.

Day 6 - Ideal River View Resort - Tanjore

Full day sightseeing.

Day 7 - Le Dupleix - Pondicherry

Drive to Pondicherry.

Day 8 - Le Dupleix - Pondicherry

Half day tour of the city.

Day 9 - Taj Fisherman's Cove - Mahabalipuram

Short drive to Mahabalipuram where you can explore the sites.

Day 10 - Barefoot at Havelock - Havelock Island

Early transfer to Chennai for the flight to Port Blair. Transfer by boat to Havelock Island.

Day 15 - Trident Chennai - Chennai

Take the boat back to Port Balir and fly to Chennai.

Day 16 - In Transit

Return flight to the UK.


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