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 A wonderful relaxed gay tour of Tamil Nadu and Kerala beginning in Chennai. See the ancient and massive Tamil temples and Periyar Tiger Reserve. Experience a deluxe houseboat cruise and chill out at a glorious Kerala beach resort. Finishing in the beautiful port city of Kochi there will be plenty of shopping opportunities.
See all this in the company of an international gay group, make new friends and enjoy the parties, including our welome and farewell drinks and dinner.
Day 1 -
Arrive in Chennai, India. Meet and greet. Transfer to the hotel.
Overnight in Chennai.
Meals: Dinner
Day 2 - (52 Kms. - approx. 1 Hour 30 Mins)
 Breakfast at the hotel. Late-departure from the hotel for city sightseeing and then drive along the coastal road to Mahabalipuram. Mahabalipuram was the second capital and seaport of Pallavas – the seaport built by Mahendravarman during the 7th century AD. Lunch at a restaurant. Check-in to hotel and dinner.
Chennai
One of the prettiest metropolitan cities in India, Chennai perfectly mixes the elegance of past with the vibrancy of modernism. Marina Beach and Government museum complex with its outstanding collection of Chola Bronzes are
some of the places that you will see. Along with a genuine blend of diverse cultures and people, the city is an attraction for tourists and travelers offering sandy beaches, parks, sculptures and historic landmarks.
Overnight in Mahabalipuram.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
Day 3 -
 Breakfast at the hotel and proceed for city tour of Mahabalipuram visiting Shore Temple, Arjuna's Penance, Five Rathas (Chariots), Mahishasuramardhini, Mandapams, Mahishasura and Krishna, Salivan Kuppam and Sculpture Museum. Free-time afternoon for individual sightseeing, relaxing, swimming, massage etc. Lunch at a restauarant. Dinner at the hotel.
Mahapalipuram
Located in the state of Tamil Nadi, Mahabalipuram is located right on the Coromandel Coast next to the Bay of Bengal. It was a well established sea port during the 7th and 10th centuries of the Pallava dynasty, and has flourished accordingly. The area is brimming with rock-cut caves and numerous temples and is often referred to as an open museum. The area is also surrounded by beautiful landscapes - sandy beaches are plentiful along with
casuarinas trees.
Overnight in Mahabalipuram
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
Day 4 - ( Drive 100 Kms. approx 2 Hours)
After breakfast drive to Pondicherry. A small and quiet enclave of Tamil Nadu, Pondicherry has imbibed the Tamilian culture. This former French colony oozes a Mediterranean atmosphere with classy streets, stylish houses, oriental gardens, and is famous for pleasant weather and easy paced life. Visit Sri Aurobindo Ashram, Pondicherry Museum, Promenade, Bharti & Bharthidasan Memorial Museums. Lunch at a restaurant. Dinner and overnight stay at the hotel.
Overnight in Pondicherry
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
Day 5 -
 Breakfast at the hotel and proceed for sightseeing of Church of the Sacred Heart of Jesus,Government Square, the Botanical Garden, Auroville, Thiruvannamalai. Free-time afternoon for individual sightseeing, relaxing, swimming, massage etc. Lunch at a restaurant. Dinner and overnight stay at the hotel.
Pondicherry
Reminiscent of French colonial rule and culture, Pondicherry is a prime tourist spot. Located on the Coromandel Coast, Pondicherry also offers interesting French architecture and cultural wealth. Pondicherry also has a great beach alongside the Promenade and has some ancient monuments.
Overnight in Pondicherry
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
Day 6 - (Drive 200 Kms approx 3 hours 30 min)
 Breakfast at the hotel. Later drive to Trichy by coach. Trichy, located on the banks of River Kaveri has an ancient history before the Christian era. Arrive Trichy and check-in to hotel. Dinner at the hotel.
Trichy
Trichy is what the city of Trichirapalli is universally called and has been a city since before the Christian era. Thiruchirapalli’s most famous landmark is the Rock Fort Temple. Other sites are: Srirangam - The Sriranganathaswamy temple
dedicated to Lord Vishnu is situated in Srirangam, 10km from Thiruchirapalli. This temple at 60 hectares with its seven walls and 21 gopurams is probably the largest and most sacred Vaishnavite temple complex in India. Lourdes Church built in 1896 is modelled on the neo-Gothic Basilica style from France.
Overnight in Trichy
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
Day 7 -
 Breakfast at the hotel. Morning-tour of the city including Rock Fort temple and the largest temple of India, Sri Ramgan. Lunch at a restaurant.
Afternoon-drive to Tanjore. Explore the city: Brihadeswarar Temple, The Palace, The Royal Museum, The Sangeetha Mahal, Archeological Museum, Darasuram. Return to Trichy. Dinner at the hotel.
Tanjore
Between 10th and 14th century this Chola capital reached the zenith of its glory. Thanjavur has about 75 temples and the most famous of them all is the Brihadeswarar temple. Rajaraja Chola built this magnificent monument of Chola architecture
that is acclaimed as the grandest temple in South India.
Overnight in Trichy
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
Day 8 - (Drive 187 Kms approx. 4 hours)
 Breakfast at the hotel. Drive to Periyar.
A short visit to the spice gardens – see the different spices grown in the area. Later check-in to hotel. Lunch at a restaurant. Dinner at the hotel.
Overnight in Periyar
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
Day 9 -
 Breakfast at the hotel. Morning-tour at the Tiger Reserve including a boat trip. Lunch at a restaurant and dinner at the hotel.
Periyar
Located in Kerala on the Tamil Nadu border, Periyar National Park is one of the major wildlife reserves in the south. Situated on the banks of artificial Periyar Lake, the park is fully covered with dense forests and green grass lands making
it an ideal place for wildlife such as the great Indian tigers, elephants, lion tailed macaques, gaurs, deer and sambars. Visitors can enjoy elephant rides and cruise rides on the lake. Nearby are spice gardens.
Overnight in Periyar
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
Day 10 - (Drive 240 Kms approx. 4 hours)
 Breakfast at the hotel. Drive to Alappuzha. Upon arrival board a houseboat and cruise through the backwaters of Kerala – on the way see traditional Kerala village life. Meals on board.
Alappuzha and Backwater Houseboat Cruise
Alappuzha is often called as “Venice of east” because of its numerous waterways. These huge networks of lagoons, canals, and lakes are the lifeline of the place. The best way to experience the Kerala backwaters is a short cruise by houseboat (also known as Kettuvallom). You will see merchants selling vegetables in boats while the village people wait at the bank on Venbanad Lake. Here your crew will prepare delicious Keralian meals from freshly brought vegetables and fish from the market.
Overnight in Alappuzha, Kerala
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
Day 11 - (Drive 15 Kms approx. 30 minutes)
 Breakfast on the houseboat. Return to coach and short-drive to Mararikulum Beach. Check into resort and lunch. Free-time afternoon for individual sightseeing, relaxing, swimming, massage etc. Dinner at the resort.
Overnight in Mararikulum Beach
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
Day 12 -
 Breakfast at the resort. Free-time full day for individual sightseeing, relaxing, swimming, massage etc. Lunch and dinner at the resort.
Marari Beach
Marari beach in Kerala is a long untouched beach of golden sands and coconut palms. Here you will stay in a luxury resort offering massage, spa and Ayurvedic treatments. It is a place to relax and enjoy your beach break.
Overnight in Mararikulum Beach
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
Day 13 - (42 Kms approx 1 Hour)
 Breakfast at the resort. Late-morning departure for Kochi. Check-in to hotel. Lunch at a restaurant. Free-time afternoon for shopping and sightseeing in Santa Cruz Basilica, the Dutch Cemetery, St. Francis Church, Jewish Synagogue, Mattancherry. Dinner at the hotel.
Overnight in Kochi
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
Day 14 -
 Breakfast at the hotel. Morning-tour of city including harbor cruise. Lunch at a restaurant. Free-time afternoon for shopping and individual sightseeing. Dinner at a restaurant.
Kochi (Cochin)
Kochi is a vibrant city situated on the south-west coast of India. Informally, Cochin is also referred to as the Gateway to Kerala. From time immemorial, the Arabs, British, Chinese, Dutch, and Portuguese have left indelible marks on the history
and development of the city. Cochin has emerged as the commercial and industrial capital of Kerala and is the second most important city on the west coast of India after Mumbai.
Overnight in Kochi
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and Farewell Dinner
Day 15 -
Breakfast at the hotel. Free-time in the morning. Transfer to airport. Departure.
Tour ends with sweet memories!
Meals: Breakfast
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Rooms are spacious and beautifully decorated. They are equipped with a flat-screen cable TV, a minibar and a work desk. Bathrooms feature bathrobes and a hairdryer for guests’ convenience. 
Among the facilities at this property are a 24-hour front desk and room service, along with free WiFi throughout the property. A continental breakfast is available daily at the accommodation.
Air-conditioned guest rooms are fitted with a work desk and a flat-screen TV with cable channels. The en suite bathroom comes with shower facilities.
Guests can enjoy Ayurvedic treatments at an additional cost. Other recreational facilities include badminton.
