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New ! Soul of India : The Colorful South
India : Mahabalipuram , Trichy , Madurai , Thekkady ( Periyar ), Kerala Backwaters , Cochin , Mumbai
Small groups of no more than 16 travelers , guaranteed
18 days starting from $ 4,095 including international airfare from New York or Newark
Single Supplement : FREE Departure Dates : Jan-Mar ; Sep-Dec
Activity Level : Moderately Easy
Brimming with natural splendor and cultural diversity , South India is a mystical land of rock-hewn temples , palmfringed shores , and fragrant spices . Fall under the spell of this captivating region as you journey from the ancient temples of Mahabalipuram to the enchanting backwaters of Kerala to the lush jungles of Periyar , and more . Discover the colorful South , where the soul of India resides .
IT ’ S INCLUDED
• 16 nights accommodation , including two nights aboard a houseboat in the Kerala Backwaters
• International airfare , airport transfers , government taxes , fees , and airline fuel surcharges unless you
choose to make your own air arrangements
• All land transportation and 1 internal flight from Cochin to Mumbai
• 33 meals — 15 breakfasts , 9 lunches , and 9 dinners ( including 1 Home-Hosted Dinner )
• 16 small group activities
• Services of a local O . A . T . Trip Experience Leader
• Gratuities for local guides , drivers , and
luggage porters
• 5 % Frequent Traveler Credit toward your next adventure
ITINERARY
DAY 1 • Depart U . S . Depart the U . S . for your flight to Chennai , India , via Doha , Qatar .
DAY 2 • Arrive in Doha , Qatar • Fly to Chennai , India
Fly to Chennai , India , and transfer to Mahabalipuram , where you ’ ll meet travelers who arrived early in Chennai or took our optional Sri Lanka : Colombo , Habarana , Kandy & Matara pre-trip extension .
InterContinental Chennai Mahabalipuram Resort or similar
60 Soul of India : The Colorful South
DAY 3 • Mahabalipuram • Explore Shore Temple and Five Rathas
After a Welcome Briefing and lunch , begin exploring Mahabalipuram , including its seventh and