Detailed 10-Day Itinerary: Delhi to Tamil Nadu
This day-by-day plan maximizes your experience, balancing sightseeing with relaxation[citation:2].
Day 1: Arrival in Chennai from Delhi
Highlights: Airport Pick-up, Chennai Orientation, Leisure Time.
Our representative will greet you at Chennai International Airport (MAA) upon your arrival from Delhi. Transfer to your pre-booked hotel. Depending on your flight timing, you can relax or take an evening stroll at Marina Beach, one of the world's longest urban beaches[citation:8]. Overnight in Chennai.
Travel Tip for Delhi Guests: The flight from Delhi to Chennai takes approximately 2.5 to 3 hours.
Day 2: Chennai City & Historic Mahabalipuram
Highlights: Fort St. George, San Thome Basilica, UNESCO Shore Temple[citation:8].
After breakfast, explore British-era Fort St. George and the serene San Thome Basilica, built over the tomb of St. Thomas[citation:8]. In the afternoon, drive to Mahabalipuram to witness the spectacular rock-cut temples and sculptures by the sea, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Return to Chennai for an overnight stay.
Day 3: Chennai to the French Riviera of the East – Pondicherry
Highlights: Scenic East Coast Road Drive, French Colony, Promenade Beach.
Enjoy a scenic drive along the Bay of Bengal to Pondicherry. Check into your hotel, followed by a walking tour of the French Quarter (White Town) with its colorful colonial villas, boutiques, and cafes. Witness a magical sunset at Promenade Beach. Overnight in Pondicherry.
...Itinerary continues for Days 4 to 10, covering Auroville, Thanjavur's Great Temple, Madurai's Meenakshi Temple, Rameshwaram, and Kanyakumari...
Day 10: Departure from Trivandrum
After breakfast, check out from your hotel in Kanyakumari/Kovalam. We will provide a transfer to Trivandrum International Airport (TRV) for your flight back to Delhi, marking the end of a memorable journey.
