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Tamil Nadu Holidays & Karnataka Tours

The states of Tamil Nadu and Karnataka in southern India are renowned for their fascinating array of ancient temples and palaces, many of which are World Heritage Sites.

Tamil Nadu holidays & Karnataka tours therefore tend to focus on visiting some of these astonishing Temples of India. The best starting point is Chennai, which has been a bustling port on the eastern Coromandel Coast since the 1st century. Formerly known as Madras, it is home to one of the world's most popular curries. From here head south to the ancient port of Mahabalipuram, and visit the former French colony of Pondicherry, before visiting more temples of India at Thanjavur.

A trip on the narrow gauge Ooty Train (or 'Toy Train') is another must, after which you can relax at this hill station, surrounded by tea plantations. Finally view some of the palaces of Mysore and the garden city of Bangalore, which is a great way to end Tamil Nadu holidays & Karnataka tours.

For expert advice on Tamil Nadu holidays & Karnataka tours to see the temples of India, including Chennai & the Ooty train, contact our friendly team on 01582 766122 today. We can also tailor make a holiday to your exact requirements. Download our India brochure (PDF 1.2 Mb)

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On Tamil Nadu holidays & Karnataka tours you will be spoilt for choice, with many World Heritage Sites found in these states, such as the ancient shore temple and caves in the old port of Mahabalipuram and the Great Living Chola Temples at Thanjavur.

Wander through the French Quarter in Pondicherry, one of the last footholds of the retreating French in the 19th century, admire the famous Roman Catholic Church in Velankanni (the Basilica of Our Lady of Good Health) and visit some of the museums and art galleries of Trinchy, including the Rock Fort and Sri Jambukeshwara Temple - one of the five major Shiva temples of Tamil Nadu.

Take the train to Coimbatore to visit the hill station of Ooty, in the Nilgiri Hills and don’t overlook Mysore, famous for its many palaces and festivals. On Tamil Nadu holidays & Karnataka tours also stop at Srirangapatnam, situated on an island in the Kaveri River and formerly the Summer Palace.

A great way to end Tamil Nadu holidays & Karnataka tours is in the garden city of Bangalore (now known as Bengaluru), the capital of Karnataka and the Silicon Valley of India.

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Temples of Southern India - Chennai to Bangalore
IPN15C

15 NIGHTS

FROM £1,795

Per person sharing

International flights quoted separately

Temple Tour Southern India Chennai Mahabalipuram Ooty Bangalore

Travel to Southern India to explore its culture & cuisine, starting from Chennai (Madras). Visit the ancient stone structures at Mahabalipuram, Pondicherry & pilgrimage shrine to 'Our Lady of Velankanni'. Seer the temples of Thanjavur & Trichy, take the train to the hill station of Ooty, drive to the palaces of Mysore & garden city of Bangalore. English speaking city guides, private driver & sightseeing included.

• Chennai (Madras)	• Bay of Bengal	• Mahabalipuram Port	• Pondicherry
• Velankanni	• Thanjavur	• Trichy	• Ooty Hill Station
• Mysore	• Bangalore

• Chennai (Madras)	• Bay of Bengal	• Mahabalipuram Port
• Pondicherry	• Velankanni	• Thanjavur
• Trichy	• Ooty Hill Station	• Mysore
• Bangalore

Temples of Tamil Nadu + Kerala
IPM14C

14 NIGHTS

FROM £1,995

Per person sharing

International flights quoted separately

Photo Tamil Nadu Temple Tour Kerala Pondicherry Chennai Periyar

Explore the temples & cultures of Tamil Nadu in south India, with your own private driver/guide. Starting from Chennai (formerly Madras), visit the Shore Temple at Mahabalipuram, French-influenced Pondicherry & the temples of Tanjore & Madurai. See Periyar's wild elephants, stay on a Rice Houseboat & relax on the beautiful Kerala backwaters. English speaking guides & sightseeing included.

• Chennai (Madras)	• Mahabalipuram Port	• Pondicherry	• Tanjore
• Madurai	• Periyar	• Kerala Backwaters	• Kumarakom
• Rice Houseboat	• Mararikulam Beach

• Chennai (Madras)	• Mahabalipuram Port	• Pondicherry
• Tanjore	• Madurai	• Periyar
• Kerala Backwaters	• Kumarakom	• Rice Houseboat
• Mararikulam Beach