Through the Soul of North and South India
Overview
Through the Soul of North and South India by GS Tour and Travels is a journey of rich contrasts and deep cultural experiences. From the majestic forts and spiritual landmarks of North India to the serene temples, coastal beauty, and lush landscapes of the South – discover the heart and soul of India in one unforgettable tour.
What's included & Excluded
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Accommodation in well-rated hotels on twin/triple sharing basis
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Daily breakfast and dinner at the hotel or local restaurants
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AC private vehicle for all transfers, sightseeing, and long drives
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Experienced English/Hindi speaking tour guide during sightseeing
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Darshan assistance at major temples and pilgrim spots
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All tolls, parking, driver allowances, and fuel charges
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Pickup and drop at the nearest airport/railway station
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Pilgrimage visits to key temples in Varanasi, Prayagraj, Rameshwaram, Madurai, Tirupati, Kanchipuram, and more
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Boat ride on the Ganges (Varanasi)
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Evening Ganga Aarti experience
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South Indian cultural show (subject to availability)
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All applicable taxes
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Airfare/train tickets (can be arranged upon request at additional cost)
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Lunches, beverages, and snacks not mentioned in the itinerary
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Entry fees to temples, monuments, or museums
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Charges for puja rituals, special darshan, or VIP passes
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Camera/video charges at specific sites
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Personal expenses such as laundry, tips, phone calls, etc.
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Travel insurance
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Anything not explicitly mentioned in the “Tour Inclusions”
Itinerary
- Arrival and overnight stay in the capital.
- Settle in and soak up the energy of this historic city.
- Early morning drive to Mathura, the birthplace of Lord Krishna.
- Continue to Agra.
- Night Stay: Agra
- Visit the Taj Mahal and Agra Fort, then return to Delhi by evening.
- Night Stay: Delhi
- Visit India Gate, Qutub Minar, Lotus Temple, Akshardham, and markets like Chandni Chowk.
- Night Stay: Delhi
- Fly to the sacred land of Lord Ram.
- Visit Ram Janmabhoomi and Saryu River
- Night Stay: Ayodhya
- Travel to the Triveni Sangam city.
- Night Stay: Prayagraj
- Arrive in the spiritual capital of India.
- Enjoy the evening Ganga Aarti
- Night Stay: Varanasi
- Explore Kashi Vishwanath Temple, Sarnath, Annapurna Temple, and more.
- Night Stay: Varanasi
- Fly to Pune.
- Relax and prepare for your Maharashtra temple trail.
- Night Stay: Pune
- Visit the famous Vitthal Rukmini Temple.
- Night Stay: Pandharpur
- Drive to Shirdi and explore Sai Baba's temple complex.
- Night Stay: Shirdi
- Day trip to Shani Shingnapur. Return for night stay
- Night Stay: Shirdi
- Head to the Konkan paradise.
- Night Stay: Goa
- Fort Aguada, Anjuna, Baga Beach, Chapora Fort.
- Night Stay: Goa
- Colva, Palolem Beach, temples and churches.
- Night Stay: Goa
- Visit the majestic Shiva statue at the seaside temple.
- Night Stay: Murudeshwar
- Visit Mookambika Temple at Kollur and Krishna Temple in Udupi.
- Night Stay: Udupi
- Scenic coastal drive through Kerala’s western edge.
- Night Stay: Guruvayoor
- Morning temple darshan, then head to Kochi.
- Night Stay: Kochi
- Glide through Kerala’s backwaters in a traditional houseboat.
- Night Stay: Alleppey
- Drive to Kovalam via Trivandrum.
- Night Stay: Kovalam
- Relax by the Arabian Sea, visit the Lighthouse Beach and Padmanabhaswamy Temple.
- Night Stay: Kovalam
- Visit the Vivekananda Rock, Triveni Sangam, and watch the sunset.
- Night Stay: Kanyakumari
- Temple visits en route.
- Night Stay: Tirunelveli
- Begin your Murugan temple circuit.
- Night Stay: Madurai
- Explore two divine Shiva shrines.
- Night Stay: Rameshwaram
- Continue to the abode of Lord Murugan at Palani.
- Night Stay: Palani
- Sacred temples of Lord Vishnu and Mariamman.
- Night Stay: Trichy
- Marvel at the Chola temples and Kumbakonam region.
- Night Stay: Thirukadayur / Mayiladuthurai
- Temples of Navagraha and Nataraja before reaching Arunachaleswarar.
- Night Stay: Thiruvannamalai
- Climb Girivalam path or explore ashrams.
- Night Stay: Thiruvannamalai
Visit Shiva and Vaishnavite shrines.
Night Stay: Tirupati
- Murugan to Kamakshi—perfect divine blend.
- Night Stay: Kanchipuram
- Visit Chennai’s iconic temples.
- Night Stay: Chennai
- Spiritual morning, colorful afternoon at T Nagar.
- Night Stay: Chennai
- Wrap up your soul-stirring journey and depart with a heart full of memories.
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