7 days tour

Tamilnadu Temple Tour (A Budget Friendly Tour)

$ 731 .00 USD

Total price per person

Reserve with $731.00

Tamilnadu Temple Tour (A Budget Friendly Tour)

This tour includes:

Meals

Breakfast is included as per the itinerary. For departures during Christmas and New Year, mandatory Gala Dinner charges will apply.

Others

Accommodation in pre-selected hotels as per the itinerary. Buffet breakfast as per the program. Transfers and sightseeing as per the itinerary in a private AC vehicle. Entrance fees to monuments and activities mention in the itinerary. Local English-speaking guides as per the program. For groups of 6 or more travelers, an accompanying tour escort will be provided for the entire tour. Rickshaw ride experience in Madurai. Stay hydrated with two complimentary bottles of water provided daily inside the ve-hicle. 24/7 local assistance. All taxes, parking, tolls, and driver expenses.

Guide

All tours and transfers as per the itinerary will be conducted in a private vehicle accompanied by an English-speaking guide. For groups larger than six people, an accompanying tour guide will be provided for the entire group. Accommodations for the additional guide will be arranged separately.

Accommodation

We offer accommodations in the following categories: 1. Standard Category Chennai - Hotel Pratap Plaza / Hotel Sameera Lotus / Similar Trichy - Hotel Sumangali Residency / Grand Gardenia / Similar Tanjore - Naadi Stay Inn Thanjavur / Hotel Lakshmi / Similar Madurai - Madurai Residency / Similar Rameshwaram - Hotel Vel Residency / Similar Kanyakumari - Sangam / Similar 2. Superior Category Chennai - GRT Grand / Similar Trichy - SRM Hotel / Similar Tanjore - GReaT Trails Riverview / Similar Madurai - Poppys / Similar Rameshwaram - Poppys / Similar Kanyakumari - Sparsa Resort / Similar 3. Prestige Category Chennai - Trident / Similar Trichy - Courtyard By Marriot / Similar Tanjore - Hotel Svatma / Similar Madurai - The Gateway Hotel / Similar Rameshwaram - JKR Resort / Similar Kanyakumari - Annai Resorts & Spa / Similar Please Note: It is always our endeavor to provide you with the hotels listed in the program. However, if the listed hotels are unavailable, we will provide the best possible options within the same category.

Hygieneprotocol

In accordance to the COVID 19 pandemic all our tours are operated with all precautionary measures including SANITIZED CARS AND HOTELS/COMPLIMENTARY SANITIZERS/MASKS (Your safety is our priority)

Transport

Our fleet consists of brand-new, meticulously maintained vehicles to ensure optimal comfort and safety throughout your journey. Each vehicle undergoes rigorous inspections to guarantee reliability. Our drivers are extensively vetted, ensuring they possess thorough knowledge of local routes, making solo travel with them completely secure. Transportation is provided in air-conditioned private vehicles with drivers fluent in local languages. Our offerings include: Swift Dzire or similar for up to 2 passengers Innova Crysta or similar for 3-4 passengers Tempo Traveller or similar for groups of 5-8 passengers AC Coach for more travellers Rest assured, our commitment to quality transport ensures a seamless and enjoyable travel experience.

Not included:

Flights

Flights are not included in the tour package; however, we can arrange them upon request. Please consult with us regarding the timings before booking your domestic flight.

Others

Flights, visa fees, and insurance. Tips, personal expenses, extra visits, or additional vehicle usage. Anything not specifically mentioned in the inclusions or itinerary.

Optional

Madurai - Heritage Walking Tour - USD 55 per person

Insurance

Travel insurance is not included in the program. It is advisable to obtain travel insurance for your tour.

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Itinerary of your trip Tamilnadu Temple Tour (A Budget Friendly Tour)

  • Day 1 Arrival In Chennai
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Arrival In Chennai

      pon arriving in Chennai and completing customs formalities, you will be greeted by an MTA Representative at the exit gate of the International Air-port. Chennai, formerly known as Madras, is a bustling metropolis on the Coromandel Coast of the Bay of Bengal. As the capital of Tamil Nadu, Chenai serves as a major cultural, economic, and educational hub in southern India, with a history that spans over 400 years.Begin your day with a panoramic city tour, starting at Marina Beach, one of the worldโ€™s longest urban beaches. Next, visit the San Thome Basilica, a significant Christian pilgrimage site built over the tomb of St. Thomas the Apostle. Conclude your day with a visit to the Kapaleeshwarar Temple, a stunning example of Dravidian architecture dedicated to Lord Shiva. After your tour, check in to your hotel for an overnight stay in Chennai.


      Inclusions: Accommodation, Transport, Assistant, Tour Guide, Entrance fees

      Highlights: Marina Beach, San Thome Basilica, Kapaleeshwarar Temple

      Note: Hotel check-in will be completed after sightseeing.

  • Day 2 Chennai - Trichy (330 Kms - 6 Hrs Approx Exluding Stop)
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Chennai - Trichy (330 Kms - 6 Hrs Approx Exluding Stop)

      After breakfast, depart for Trichy. Upon arrival, check in to your hotel and take some time to relax. Later, embark on a sightseeing tour of Trichy, starting with the Sri Ranganathaswamy Temple, one of the largest functioning temples in the world, renowned for its intricately carved Gopurams. Continue your visit to the Jambukeshwara Temple, dedicated to Lord Shiva, and finish with the Rock Fort Temple, perched on an ancient rock formation. Overnight stay in Trichy.


      Inclusions: Accommodation, Breakfast, Tour Guide, Transport, Entrance fees

      Highlights: Sri Ranganathaswamy Temple, Jambukeshwara Temple, Rock Fort Temple

  • Day 3 Trichy - Tanjore (60 Kms - 1 Hr Approx Excluding Stop)
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Trichy - Tanjore (60 Kms - 1 Hr Approx Excluding Stop)

      After breakfast, drive to Tanjore, a city renowned for its art, architecture, and culture. Check in to your hotel upon arrival. In the afternoon, visit the Brihadeeswarar Temple, a UNESCO World Heritage site built in 1010 AD by Raja Raja Chola I, a masterpiece of Tamil architecture. Continue to the Nandi Temple, home to one of the largest monolithic Nandi statues in India, and explore the Royal Palace Complex. Return to your hotel for an overnight stay in Tanjore.


      Inclusions: Accommodation, Breakfast, Tour Guide, Transport, Entrance fees

      Highlights: Brihadeeswarar Temple, Nandi Temple, Royal Palace Complex

  • Day 4 Tanjore - Madurai (190 Kms - 3 Hrs Approx Excluding Stop)
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Tanjore - Madurai (190 Kms - 3 Hrs Approx Excluding Stop)

      After breakfast, proceed to Madurai, one of Indiaโ€™s oldest continuously inhabited cities with a history spanning over 2,500 years. Upon arrival, check in to your hotel. Begin your exploration of Madurai by visiting the iconic Meenakshi Amman Temple, a marvel of Dravidian architecture and the heart of the city. Later, explore the Gandhi Memorial Museum, which chronicles Indiaโ€™s struggle for independence, and the Thirumalai Nayakkar Palace, an architectural gem blending Dravidian and Islamic styles. Overnight stay in Madurai.


      Inclusions: Accommodation, Breakfast, Tour Guide, Transport, Entrance fees

      Highlights: Meenakshi Amman Temple, Gandhi Museum, Thirumalai Nyakkar Palace

  • Day 5 Madurai - Rameshwaram (170 Kms - 3 Hrs Approx Excluding Stop)
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Madurai - Rameshwaram (170 Kms - 3 Hrs Approx Excluding Stop)

      After breakfast, transfer to Rameshwaram, a town steeped in mythological and historical significance. Check in to your hotel upon arrival. Visit the Ramanathaswamy Temple, a major pilgrimage site dedicated to Lord Shiva, believed to have been worshipped by Lord Rama before embarking on his journey to Lanka. Continue to Dhanushkodi, a ghost town with ruins that tell tales of the past, and visit the Kothandaramaswamy Temple, linked to the Ramayana legend. Overnight stay in Rameshwaram.


      Inclusions: Accommodation, Breakfast, Tour Guide, Transport, Entrance fees

      Highlights: Ramanathaswamy Temple, Dhanushkodi, Kothandaramaswmy Temple

  • Day 6 Rameshwaram - Kanyakumari (300 Kms - 5:30 Hrs Approx Excluding Stop)
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Rameshwaram - Kanyakumari (300 Kms - 5:30 Hrs Approx Excluding Stop)

      After breakfast, journey to Kanyakumari, the southernmost tip of India where the Bay of Bengal, Arabian Sea, and Indian Ocean meet. Upon arrival, check in to your hotel. In the afternoon, visit the Vivekananda Rock Memorial, dedicated to Swami Vivekananda, who meditated here. Next, visit the Suchindram Temple, known for its exquisite carvings, and the Gandhi Memorial, built to honor Mahatma Gandhi. End your day at Kanyakumari Beach, where you can witness the unique spectacle of the sunset and moonrise simultaneously. Overnight stay in Kanyakumari.


      Inclusions: Accommodation, Breakfast, Tour Guide, Transport, Entranc fees

      Highlights: Vivekananda Rock Memorial, Suchindram Temple, Gandhi Mandapam, Kanyakumari Beach

  • Day 7 Kanyakumari โ€“ Trivandrum Departure (110 Kms - 02 Hrs Approx)
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Kanyakumari โ€“ Trivandrum Departure (110 Kms - 02 Hrs Approx)

      After breakfast, check-out from the hotel and proceed to Trivandrum Airport / Railway Station for your return journey.

      Inclusions: Breakfast, Transport

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Experience Style

Experience Style

Mixed

There will be challenging activities such as hiking, biking, canyoning and trekking, but youโ€™re also going to have other means of transportation and relaxed moments to just chill.

Accomodation level

Accomodation level

Medium

This accommodation includes essential services like a hot shower, electricity, and a nice and comfy bed.

Experience Type

Experience Type

Small Group

Youโ€™ll be accompanied by a small group of travelers just like you.

Physical Rating

Physical Rating

Basic

Almost everyone is fit for these activities. Every hike or physical exercise last less than 30 minutes, such as paragliding and horseback riding. Please ask about specific conditions.

Age range

Age range

Min: 5 / Max: 95

Age range allowed for this experience.

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