Southern Odyssey
Duration: 12 Days
Best Time to Travel: September to May
Highlights: Sea-facing temples, Dravidian shrines, forest treks, riverside palaces, tribal art, and heritage towns.
Itinerary Route:
Chennai → Mahabalipuram → Trichy → Tanjore → Chettinad → Pachmarhi → Maheshwar → Mandu → Mumbai
Overview:
A rare journey that connects South India's temple-studded coastline with Central India's lush hills and forgotten forts. Begin by exploring ancient rock-cut temples in Mahabalipuram, sacred shrines in Trichy, and Chola grandeur in Tanjore. Taste the rich culture and cuisine of Chettinad, then shift gears toward the sal-scented forests of Pachmarhi, Madhya Pradesh’s only hill station. End your journey on the tranquil ghats of Maheshwar and the poetic ruins of Mandu, before catching your breath in the fast-paced energy of Mumbai.