About the Tour:

Day 1: Welcome Aboard

• Embark on this mesmerizing cruise getaway with your loved ones starting from Chennai, a city known as a city of dreams.
• Board the cruise, and get settled in your designated room.
• Enjoy picturesque views of Marina beach, Fort St.George, and St. Mary’s church.
• Built in the honor of the famous Tamil poet Thiruvalluvar, visit the Valluvar Kottam.

Day 2: Day at Sea

• Spend your day 2 at the sea & enjoy an unforgettable holiday experience, without leaving the comfort of the cruise.
• Relish the flavor of various cuisines around the world as you cruise through the azure waters.
• Soothe your body and mind in the spa session that will rejuvenate your senses while witnessing the mesmerizing views.
• Try your luck in gambling in the casino in various games. Let the dice roll, from blackjack to craps and everything else in between.
• Jump into the pool with your friends and make your stay memorable on the cruise.

Day 3: Explore Hambantota

• Arrive at Hambantota at or around 7:00 AM and begin your journey from the port.
• Explore the city’s colonial-era and Portuguese-built fort alongside clicking some Instagram-worthy photos.
• Feel the cool breeze as you arrive at the beach and see the sweeping beauty of the palms.
• Stroll through some Dutch-style residences, iconic museums, and villas of the city.
• Depart from there at 6:00 PM and continue your experience.

Day 4: Explore Trincomalee

• Reach the site at or around 10:00 AM and begin your exploration.
• Explore the peninsula of Trincomalee, Fort Frederick, which was built by the Portuguese in the 17th century.
• Traverse through one of the best beaches in the city and take a walk on the soft sands.
• See the famous Koneswaram temple that is perched on Swami Rock where you can maybe even spot a blue whale.
• Depart from there at 6:00 PM and resume the rest of your journey.

Day 5: Explore Jaffna

• Arrive at or around 7:00 AM at the historical port city of Jaffna today.
• Enjoy the different shore excursions or a simple city tour of Jaffna.
• Post the excursions, you will be back on board the Empress, sailing to Chennai.
• Enjoy the different adventure activities we have onboard.
• Depart from there at 3:00 PM and enjoy your last night on the cruise.

Day 6: Arrive in Chennai

• Pack your bags full of memories as you go back to the home port, only to visit again soon.
• Disembark at Chennai with unforgettable memories of cruising.

How to reach?

• From City Center: The meeting location is 4.4 km from Chennai city center. You can reach the location within 12 minutes by car/cab.
• From Railway Station: The meeting location is 5.9 km from Chennai Central. You can reach the location within 15 minutes from local or public transport.
• From Airport: The meeting location is 22.5 km from Chennai International Airport. You can reach the location within 56 minutes by car/cab.

Note: The departure location of Cordelia Cruise might change depending on the weather conditions.