• Arrive in Madurai, check-in to the hotel.
• Visit Meenakshi Amman Temple, a historic Hindu temple with intricate architecture.
• Explore Thirumalai Nayakkar Palace known for its grandeur and light & sound show.
• Overnight stay in Madurai.

• After breakfast, proceed to Rameswaram (around 3 hours drive).
• Visit Ramanathaswamy Temple, a major pilgrimage site for Hindus.
• Explore Dhanushkodi, the ghost town with a beautiful beach.
• Return to Madurai in the evening and overnight stay.

• Depart from Madurai to Kanyakumari (around 6-7 hours drive).
• Visit Vivekananda Rock Memorial and Thiruvalluvar Statue.
• Enjoy the sunset at Kanyakumari Beach.
• Overnight stay in Kanyakumari.

• Drive from Kanyakumari to Kovalam (around 4-5 hours).
• Visit Padmanabhapuram Palace en route.
• Relax on the beaches of Kovalam.
• Overnight stay in Kovalam.

• Drive from Kovalam to Alleppey (around 4-5 hours).
• Check-in to a houseboat for a backwater cruise in Alleppey.
• Experience the serene backwaters and local life.
• Overnight stay on the houseboat in Alleppey.

• Disembark from the houseboat in Alleppey and drive to Cochin (around 1.5-2 hours).
• Explore Fort Kochi, including the Chinese Fishing Nets, St. Francis Church, and Mattancherry Palace.
• Witness a Kathakali dance performance in the evening.
• Overnight stay in Cochin.

• Depending on your flight/train schedule, you may have time for some last-minute shopping or sightseeing.
• Transfer to Cochin airport/railway station for your onward journey.

This itinerary covers major attractions across South India from Madurai, offering a mix of cultural experiences, natural beauty, and historical sites. Adjustments can be made based on your preferences and the duration of your trip.