Chettinad Flavors and Traditions Tour with a Culinary Expert
Important Information
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Wheelchair accessible
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Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
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Public transportation options are available nearby
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Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
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All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
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Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation policy
If you cancel at least 3 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.<br>If you cancel within 3 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.
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Unveil the soul of Chettinad through its rich flavors, heritage architecture, and living traditions in this extraordinary 3-day culinary and cultural experience. Designed for travelers with a taste for authenticity, this immersive tour invites you into the heart of Tamil Nadu’s most iconic region where every spice tells a story and every palace echoes with legacy.
Stay at heritage mansions, learn age-old Chettinad cooking secrets from a master chef, dine under the stars near ancient temples, and experience local traditions like fortune telling with a native Killi Josiyam. Whether you’re a food lover, a culture enthusiast, or a traveler seeking meaningful local connection, this retreat is a ...
Highlights
3 days
Offered in English
Non-refundable
Mobile Ticket
3 days
Offered in English
Non-refundable
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Cookery Demonstration followed by a traditional Chettinad lunch
Private transportation
Expert hosts and local experiences curated with personal attention
Accommodation at the heritage-rich Visalam – A CGH Earth Experience
Entrance fee
Lunch
A session on Kili Josiyam – the unique parrot astrology tradition
Dinner
Bullock Cart Ride through the scenic Chettinad countryside
Breakfast
Visit to Thirumayam Fort and Sathiyamurthi temple
A curated Culinary & Cultural Tour led by Mr. Ashwin, your expert local guide
Personal expenses such as soft drinks, tips, telephone calls, laundry service
Early check-in (room charges before standard check-in time)
Chettinad Flavors and Traditions Tour with a Culinary Expert
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Unveil the soul of Chettinad through its rich flavors, heritage architecture, and living traditions in this extraordinary 3-day culinary and cultural experience. Designed for travelers with a taste for authenticity, this immersive tour invites you into the heart of Tamil Nadu’s most iconic region where every spice tells a story and every palace echoes with legacy.
Stay at heritage mansions, learn age-old Chettinad cooking secrets from a master chef, dine under the stars near ancient temples, and experience local traditions like fortune telling with a native Killi Josiyam. Whether you’re a food lover, a culture enthusiast, or a traveler seeking meaningful local connection, this retreat is a ...
Highlights
3 days
Offered in English
Non-refundable
Mobile Ticket
3 days
Offered in English
Non-refundable
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Cookery Demonstration followed by a traditional Chettinad lunch
Private transportation
Expert hosts and local experiences curated with personal attention
Accommodation at the heritage-rich Visalam – A CGH Earth Experience
Entrance fee
Lunch
A session on Kili Josiyam – the unique parrot astrology tradition
Dinner
Bullock Cart Ride through the scenic Chettinad countryside
Breakfast
Visit to Thirumayam Fort and Sathiyamurthi temple
A curated Culinary & Cultural Tour led by Mr. Ashwin, your expert local guide
Personal expenses such as soft drinks, tips, telephone calls, laundry service
Early check-in (room charges before standard check-in time)
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Itinerary
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Arrival & Welcome to Chettinad
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Karaikudi
• Arrival at Madurai or Trichy Airport – Receive a warm welcome and transfer to your heritage hotel in the serene village of Kannadugathan.
• Check-in and Freshen Up – Step into the grand courtyards of your 100-year-old Chettinad mansion.
• Welcome Lunch & Cookery Session – Enjoy a traditional Chettinad meal followed by an interactive cooking demo with Culinary expert and lifestyle writer Mr. Ashwin Rajagopal. Understand the ingredients, spices, and culinary philosophy behind the famed cuisine.
• Evening Picnic to Thirumayam Fort & Sathiyamurthi Temple – A gentle drive leads you to an offbeat historical site, where a relaxed temple-side picnic with light local snacks is arranged.
• Cultural Immersion at the Hotel – Experience Killi Josiyam, a unique Tamil-style fortune-telling tradition guided by parrots.
• Dinner – Enjoy a course-by-course plated Chettinad meal in a grand dining room. Expect a contemporary twist to age-old flavors.
