Day 1 Chennai
Located in India's Bay of Bengal, Chennai is a Tamil cultural centre and home to India's second largest film industry, known as Kollywood.

Day 2 Mamallapuram
Mamallapuram (also Mahabalipuram) is a town with ancient origins. It has nice beaches, good restaurants and the intricately carved Shore Temple, still standing from the 9th century.

Days 3 & 4 Madurai
With incredible temple complexes and a recorded history going back to the 3rd century BC, Madurai has some wonderful buildings and heritage sights to discover.

Days 5 & 6 Varkala
Blessed by dramatic cliffs falling into the Arabian sea, Varkala is an unassuming town with a relaxed feel and some great temples, beaches and eateries.

Day 7 Kerala Backwaters Homestay
Swaying palm trees, lush rice paddies, winding waterways, Ayurvedic massage and welcoming locals all await on this amazing Kerala Backwaters homestay.

Days 8 & 9 Kochi
As a centre for the spice trade for centuries, cosmopolitan Kochi has an intriguing mix of cultural influences from both the Indian continent and overseas.

Days 10 & 11 Mysore
The peaceful city of Mysore has a score of lovely parks, grand buildings, well-regarded yoga centres and an incredible palace, the product of its Wodeyar Dynasty heritage.

Days 12 & 13 Hampi
Hampi is a relaxed village awash with captivating ruins and temples of the 15th-century city Vijayanagar, now a World Heritage site.

Days 14 & 15 Goa
Tinged with a Portuguese flavour, the state of Goa is blessed with lovely beaches, rich traditions, mouth-watering cuisine, World Heritage buildings and a wealth of attractions.

Unplug from everyday routine and head to the beaches and backwaters of southern India. Visit India's lush landscapes, experience its intriguing religions and explore its exotic bazaars. Jump on local transport to cover all the charming places to visit in Chennai, paddle through the backwaters of Kerala and discover the coconut groves and fishing villages that characterise this region of the subcontinent. See ancient ruins and beautiful temples, eat spicy curries and drink luscious lassis before unwinding on the gorgeous beaches of Goa.

• 1 Breakfast, 1 Lunch, 1 Dinner
• Backwaters: Boat Ride, Village walk
• Chennai: Walking tour
• Transportation: Auto rickshaw, Boat, Bus, Overnight sleeper train, Train

• Admire the magnificent Maharaja's Palace of Mysore
• Boat the backwaters in Kerala
• Get a taste of a beach holiday in Goa
• Experience the strange landscape of Hampi
• See the Shore Temple of Mamallapuram
• Uncover charming places to visit in Chennai
• Try yoga in Varkala
• Visit the Sri Meenakshi Temple in Madurai

Guesthouse (1 night)
Homestay (1 night)
Hotel (8 nights)
Overnight sleeper train (4 nights)

• This trip will raise your heartbeat. Moderate physical activities are included and a good level of fitness is required.
• The minimum age for this trip is 12 years old.
• Expect some culture shock. You will be exposed to signs of poverty and access to services may be sporadic. The food will be quite different to home and English speakers harder to find. Respecting the local culture will make it easier to fit in and really experience the location.
• Allow $300 for meals not included.
• The minimum group size is 1 person and the maximum group size is 12.
• Please ask your Vacations To Go travel counselor for more information.

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