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The Golden Chariot now brings to you the “Southern
Splendour”, a journey spanning 7 nights and 8 days
that links some of South India’s greatest destinations
filled with memorable moments guaranteed to stay with
you for a lifetime. On this splendid voyage covering three
states we take you through exotic locales starting from
the garden city of Bangalore passing through ancient temple
towns of Tamil Nadu and finally ending our journey in
the coastal city of Kochi. In short, it’s an experience
that captures the romance of a by-gone era making your
sojourn an unforgettable one.
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Bangalore:
A cosmopolitan city known for its gardens and silicon
millionaires, Bangalore is a perfect example of
tradition co-existing with modernity. |
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Chennai: Formerly
known as Madras, Chennai is the capital city of
Tamil Nadu. Ensconced with temples, this modern
city is unique for its allegiance to ancient traditions
and ethos. Situated near Chennai is the famous town
of Mamallapuram, a World Heritage Site known for
its ancient temples inspired by the Pallava art. |
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Pondicherry:
The Union territory of Pondicherry is situated at
around 160kms from Chennai. Being a former French
colony, it exudes a Mediterranean aura and is famous
for the Sri Aurobindo Ashram and its offshoot Auroville. |
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Kumbakonam &
Tanjavur: Kumbakonam, an ancient temple town
situated in the district of Tanjavur was once famous
for its prestigious educational institutions which
have turned out eminent stalwarts in the diverse
spheres in the past. Among the numerous temples
in Tanjavur the Darasuram temple holds a special
place for its rich and elegant stone sculptures. |
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Madurai: Widely
known as a temple city, Madurai has a rich cultural
heritage that goes back to over 2, 500 years. The
city is synonymous with the celebrated Meenakshi
temple which stands today as one of the country’s
greatest architectural landmarks. Close to the temple
is situated yet another architectural wonder, the
Tirumalai Nayakkar Mahal, a classic blend of Dravidian,
Islamic and European architecture. |
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Thiruvananthapuram
& Poovar: Thiruvananthapuram, the capital
of Kerala state is a beautiful seaside city built
on seven hills with a tradition going back to 1000
BC. It is famous for the Sri Padmanabhaswamy temple
believed to be the holiest abode of Lord Vishnu
and Poovar a quaint little coastal village unexplored
and truly exotic. |
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Alleppey: A
water locked district embellished with inland canals,
Alleppey is also known as the “Venice of the
east”. Famous for its backwater tourism, a
cruise through its navigable canals takes one past
scenic islands ensconced with coconut and palm trees. |
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Kochi: Also
known as the “Queen of the Arabian sea”,
Kochi is a vibrant cosmopolitan city with a rich
history influenced by medieval merchants from far-off
lands. With its breathtaking scenic beauty this
seaside city is one of the most sought after tourist
destinations in the world.
Kochi being the final destination of this fabulous
journey, The Golden Chariot returns to Bangalore
the next morning. |
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The following is the departure
calendar of The Golden Chariot for route "Southern
Splendour" during period September 2010 - April 2011:
- Oct 2010 - 4th, 18th
- Nov 2010 - 1st, 8th,
29th
- Dec 2010 - 13th, 27th
- Jan 2011 - 10th, 24th
- Feb 2011 - 7th, 21st
- Mar 2011 - 7th, 21st
- April 2011 - 4th
TARIFF:
Southern Splendour Tour Tariff
for the year 2010 and 2011
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| Occupancy
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Per Person per night |
| Single Occupancy |
USD 600 |
| Double Occupancy |
USD 450 |
| Triple Occupancy |
USD 385 |
A minimum journey of 6 nights
would be required.
Download: Brochure
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