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Small Group Journeys

Quest of the Southern Senses

2024 - 2025

Small Group Journey

Quest of the Southern Senses

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Travelmarvel Small Group Journey
Offering superior comfort at outstanding value, whilst enjoying the perfect balance of inclusions and leisure time.

Quest of the Southern Senses

Embark on a transformative southern sojourn, immersing your senses in an inspiring small group quest. Uncover the beauty of India's South in a condensed yet vibrant exploration.

14 day Small Group Journey

Itinerary

14 days / 13 night Small Group Journey

Day 1

Arrive Chennai

Day 2

Chennai

Day 3

Chennai, Mahabalipuram, Pondicherry

Day 4

Pondicherry

Real Moments

Day 5

Pondicherry, Kumbakonam

Day 6

Kumbakonam, Tanjore, Chettinad

Real Moments

Day 7

Chettinad

Day 8

Chettinad, Madurai

Day 9

Madurai, Periyar

Real Moments

Day 10

Periyar

Real Moments

Day 11

Periyar, Kumarakom

Day 12

Kumarakom

Day 13

Kumarakom

Freedom of Choice

Day 14

Depart Kumarakom

Trip Inclusions

Discover the inclusions provided on your tour, ensuring a stress-free journey where every detail is taken care of.

13 nights in hand-picked accommodation
18 experiences across 7 destinations
A total of 27 meals included plus beverages during included lunches and dinners
Services of expert local guides
In Kumbakonam, discover 'Pattu' silk weaving and the timeless 'Lost Wax' technique in bronze sculpture creation
Learn about the dizzying historical legacy and temples of Thanjavur, one of the most remarkable bedrocks of Chola and Dravidian civilization
Explore Vaara Sabdhai market with a chef, shop fresh produce, then cook and enjoy dinner at the hotel's kitchen as per tradition
Cruise the beautiful Kerala backwaters on a traditional houseboat, passing sleepy rural villages shaded by coconut palms as you glide through canals and lagoons

Trip Notes

  • Itinerary, inclusions and pricing are subject to change

  • Please note: Divali is on the 21 October 2025

  • Please enquire for further information on hotel upgrades

  • Private transfers, taxes & tolls are included during the trip

  • Gratuities in leisure time are excluded

  • Price includes 2 glass or wine or beer with each included dinner and soft drinks tea/coffee with lunches, domestic bottled water on board the vehicle during sightseeing tour and long drives and entrance and Still Camera fee at all monuments as applicable

  • Prices include return private airport transfers and VIP meet & greet on arrival into Chennai

  • Prices are for tour only

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