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7-Day Itinerary for South India in July 2023

  1. Day 1: Chennai
    30 minutes (12.6 km) from Chennai International Airport

    Visit the Kapaleeshwarar Temple in the morning, followed by a trip to Fort St. George in the afternoon. In the evening, take a stroll along Marina Beach.

  2. Day 2: Mahabalipuram
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    1 hour 15 minutes (55.1 km) from Chennai

    Explore the UNESCO World Heritage Site of the Shore Temple and other temples in the morning. In the afternoon, visit the Pancha Rathas and the Arjuna's Penance. In the evening, take a walk along the beach and watch the sunset.

  3. Day 3: Pondicherry
    1 hour 45 minutes (135 km) from Mahabalipuram

    Visit the Sri Aurobindo Ashram and the French Quarter in the morning. Enjoy the traditional French cuisine for lunch and then spend the afternoon exploring the Promenade Beach. In the evening, take a stroll along the Goubert Avenue.

  4. Day 4: Thanjavur
    4 hours 20 minutes (230 km) from Pondicherry

    Explore the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Brihadeeswara Temple in the morning. In the afternoon, visit the Thanjavur Palace and the Art Gallery. In the evening, watch a traditional dance performance.

  5. Day 5: Madurai
    3 hours 45 minutes (160 km) from Thanjavur

    Visit the Meenakshi Amman Temple in the morning, followed by a trip to Thirumalai Nayakkar Mahal in the afternoon. In the evening, witness the prayer ceremony at the temple.

  6. Day 6: Thekkady
    3 hours 45 minutes (140 km) from Madurai

    Take a boat ride on the Periyar Lake in the morning, followed by a visit to the Spice Plantation in the afternoon. In the evening, enjoy a traditional Kathakali dance performance.

  7. Day 7: Alleppey
    3 hours (140 km) from Thekkady

    Take a houseboat ride on the backwaters of Alleppey in the morning. In the afternoon, take a walk around the Alleppey Beach. In the evening, enjoy a romantic dinner on the houseboat.

Recommendations

If you have more time, consider visiting Mysore or Hampi. You can also take a side trip to Ooty from Thekkady. Make sure to try the local cuisine and shop for souvenirs. Don't forget to carry an umbrella and light cotton clothes for the hot and humid weather. Have a great trip!

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