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The Spirit of Christianity

Duration:

10 Nights / 11 Days

Destination:

Chennai – Thanjavur – Velankanni – Madurai – Trivandrum – Quilon – Kottayam – Cochin – Kozhikode – Goa – Mumbai

Introduction
‘The Spirit of Christianity’ is the well-designed package, which gives you the chance to explore the major churches of Tamil Nadu, Kerala, Goa and Mumbai. Apart from this you will also explore the major attractions of these places. Christianity in India is said to have arrived in the South, specifically the Malabar Coast. Churches in India, reflect the trends of typically European ecclesiastical architecture.
 
The duration of the tour is 10 nights and 11 days, covering the places such as Chennai, Thanjavur, Velankanni, Madurai, Trivandrum, Quilon, Kottayam, Cochin, Kozhikode, Goa and Mumbai.
Tour Highlights
  • St. Mary's Church and Santhome Basilica
  • Gandhi Memorial, Marina Beach and Kalakshetra. Theosophical society, San Thomas Cathedral Basilica, Mylapore, Kalakshetra, Fort St. George
  • Basilica of Our Lady of Good Health
  • Church Of Our Lady Of Lourdes and ST. John's Church
  • St. Joseph's Cathedral, Christ Church and Botanical Gardens
  • Diocese of Quilon, St. Antony's Church, Kollam Town, Achankoil, Mayyanad
  • Cheriya Palli and Valiya Palli
  • Dutch Palace at Mattancherry, Fort Kochi, St. Francis' Church, Jewish Synagogue, Santa Cruz Basilica, Chinese fishing and Malayatoor Church
  • Basilica of Bom Jesus, Church of Mary Immaculate Conception, Church of St. Monica and Church of Our Lady of the Rosary, apart from Dona Paula Beach and Candolim Beach
  • Mt. Mary Church, St Michaels Church, St Thomas Cathedral, The Gateway of India, Siddhivinayak Temple
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Itinerary

Day 1

Arrival at Chennai

St. Mary's Church and Santhome Basilica Upon arrival in Chennai, meet our representative, after welcome, proceed to the hotel. It is the capital of Tamil Nadu, which is known for its rich culture and traditions. Earlier the city was known as Madras, layers of history that made this city as one of the most vibrant city of southern part of India. Its spectacular beaches enhanced the beauty of the city. After finishing check-in formalities. Take test for a while, thereafter, you will proceed to visit St. Mary's Church and Santhome Basilica. Overnight stay will be in Chennai.

Day 2

Chennai – Thanjavur (By Train)

Gandhi Memorial, Marina Beach and Kalakshetra. Theosophical society, San Thomas Cathedral Basilica, Mylapore, Kalakshetra, Fort St. George Post breakfast in the morning, proceed for a half day sightseeing tour of Chennai which include Gandhi Memorial, Marina Beach and Kalakshetra. Theosophical society,San Thomas Cathedral Basilica, Mylapore, Kalakshetra, Fort St. George and houses of the Secretariat and Legislative assembly of Tamil Nadu. After sightseeing, proceed to the railway station to board the train for Thanjavur. Overnight journey in train.

Day 3

Thanjavur – Velankanni - Thanjavur

Basilica of Our Lady of Good Health Upon arriving in Thanjaur, transfer to the hotel. Check in to your pre booked hotel. After freshen up, proceed to visit Basilica of Our Lady of Good Health in Velankanni . Return to hotel in Thanjavur. Overnight stay in Thanjavur.

Day 4

Thanjavur – Madurai (About 193 Kilometres)

Church Of Our Lady Of Lourdes and ST. John's Church In the morning, you will be driven to Madurai. En-route take a halt at Trichy and visit Church of Our Lady Of Lourdes and ST. John's Church. Upon arrival in Madurai, check into a hotel. Take rest for a while. After that you will visit St. George's Church. Return to the hotel after sightseeing. Overnight stay in Madurai.

Day 5

Madurai – Trivandrum (About 312 Kilometres)

St. Joseph's Cathedral, Christ Church and Botanical Gardens After having an early breakfast, drive towards Trivandrum. Check into a hotel on arrival in Trivandrum. After freshen up, proceed to visit such as St. Joseph's Cathedral, Christ Church and Botanical Gardens, etc. Return to hotel for overnight stay. Overnight stay in Trivandrum.

Day 6

Trivandrum – Quilon (About 65 Kilometres)

Diocese of Quilon, St. Antony's Church, Kollam Town, Achankoil, Mayyanad Post breakfast proceed to Quilon by road. Upon arrival, check in to your pre booked hotel. After freshen up, proceed to visit major sightseeing of the town such as Diocese of Quilon, St. Antony's Church, Kollam Town, Achankoil, Mayyanad, etc. After sightseeing, return to hotel Overnight stay in Quilon.

Day 7

Quilon - Kottayam (About 95 Kilometres) – Cochin (About 62 Kilometres)

Cheriya Palli and Valiya Palli After breakfast, proceed to Cochin. En route, visit Kottayam, known for its beautiful churches. Visit Cheriya Palli and Valiya Palli. After visiting the churches, you will be driven to Cochin. Upon arrival, Check into a hotel. Evening is free at leisure. Overnight stay in Cochin

Day 8

Cochin Sightseeing

Dutch Palace at Mattancherry, Fort Kochi, St. Francis' Church, Jewish Synagogue, Santa Cruz Basilica, Chinese fishing and Malayatoor Church The day will be reserved for seeing the various tourist spots of Cochin. During the tour, you will visit Dutch Palace at Mattancherry, Fort Kochi, St. Francis' Church, Jewish Synagogue, Santa Cruz Basilica, Chinese fishing and Malayatoor Church. Return to hotel. Overnight stay in Cochin.

Day 9

Cochin – Goa (By flight)

Basilica of Bom Jesus, Church of Mary Immaculate Conception, Church of St. Monica and Church of Our Lady of the Rosary, apart from Dona Paula Beach and Candolim Beach In the morning, you will, proceed to Cochin airport to take a flight to Goa. Check into a hotel. After freshen up, proceed for sightseeing tour of Goa and visit Basilica of Bom Jesus, Church of Mary Immaculate Conception, Church of St. Monica and Church of Our Lady of the Rosary, apart from Dona Paula Beach and Candolim Beach. Return to hotel. Overnight stay in Goa.

Day 10

Goa – Mumbai (By flight)

Mt. Mary Church, St Michaels Church, St Thomas Cathedral, The Gateway of India, Siddhivinayak Temple After breakfast, proceed to Goa airport to take flight to Mumbai. Check into a hotel on arrival. After freshen up, proceed to visit the various tourist spots such as Mt Mary Church, St Michaels Church, St Thomas Cathedral, The Gateway of India, Siddhivinayak Temple. Overnight stay in Mumbai.

Day 11

Mumbai Departure

Today is the last day of the tour, after breakfast, get transferred to the railway station or the airport to board a flight or train for your onward journey. We hope you have enjoyed your trip and look forward to organizing your next tour with us.

Inclusions
  • Accommodation for 09 Nights on twin / double sharing basis.
  • Daily buffet breakfast at all hotels.
  • Transportation by private air-conditioned car with driver for all arrivals, Departures, sightseeing and inter-city drives as per the itinerary.
  • Services of English speaking guide at the major destinations.
  • Services of Trip India Representative on all arrivals and departures.
  • Fuel charges, toll tax, state tax & parking charge
  • All presently applicable luxury taxes.
Exclusions
  • Entrance fees at monuments/parks/museums.
  • Items of personal nature like drinks on table, laundry, telephone bills etc.
  • Meals other than mentioned above.
  • Indian visa fees or international airfare / domestic flight fare / train ticket
  • Still Camera or video charges levied by some monuments.
  • Any other shopping and personal purchase.
  • Medical Requirements on request.
  • Service Tax as per government.
  • Any other services not mentioned in the inclusions.

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