The temple tours takes you on a sacred journey to all the important temples in South India. These tours are not only a pilgrimage but an insight into the engineering and architectural excellence that was achieved centuries ago and have withstood the test of time.
Tour Plan Summery:
Day 01 : Arrival at Chennai International Airport upon arrival transfer to the Hotel
Day 02 : Chennai
Day 03 : Mahabalipuram en route Kancheepuram
Day 04 : Mahabalipuram
Day 05 : Pondicherry
Day 06 : Tanjore en route Chidambaram
Day 07 : Tanjore - Day excursion to Trichy
Day 08 : Chettinad (Karakkudi)
Day 09 : Madurai
Day 10 : Rameswaram -Day excursion to Dhanushkodi
Day 11 : Madurai
Day 12 : Kanyakumari
Day 13 : Kovalam Beach
Day 14 : Departure from Trivandrum International Airport
Arrival at Chennai International Airport , upon arrival transfer to the hotel. Next day sight seeing Chennai especially the temples.
Today depart to Mahabalipuram from Chennai, en route stopping at Kanchipuram to visit; Ekambareswarar Temple, Ulagalanda Perumal Temple, Ashtabuja Perumal Temple, Vaikunta Perumal Temple, Kailasanathar Temple & Varadaraja Perumal Temple.
visit some of the interesting temples of Mahabalipuram, which is also refer as Mamallapuram. These temples are the best example of Pallava architecture. Visit; Krishna Mandapam, Caves, Five Raths, Arjun’s Penance & Shore Temple.
Today further drive to Pondicherry, which is also refer as Essence of French Culture.Visit some interesting sites of Pondicherry; such as, Auroville, Arvindo Ashram,Pondicherry Museum, light house & walk around old Pondicherry & exploring old houses and mansions.
In Chidambaram visit Natraja Temple (God Shiva), which is in the shape of Cosmic Dancer. Also visit Gangaikonacholapuram & Darasuram. Then drive Tanore. Next day visit drive to Trichy, which is also refer as Tiruchirapalli & it is situated on the bank of Kaveri river. Then visit; Rock fort ( Uchhi Pillar Koli ) & it is approximately 3800 years oldest monument of the world & Temple of Lord Ganesha. After that drive to Tanjore and visit Brihadeshwara Temple, Art Gallery, and Palace & near by village to witness bronze metal crafts.
Today drive to Chettinad, homeland of the Nattukottai Chettiars called the Nagarathars, a prosperous banking and business community to see quaint mansions as architectural delight. Vist some beautiful Temples in & around Chettinad.
we proceed to Madurai (approx 100 km / 2hrs) it is one of India’s oldest cities and has been a centre of learning and pilgrimage for centuries. Places to visit: Meenakshi Temple , Thirumala Naik Palace.
Today we drive to Rameswaram (approx 170 km / 3 hrs), Rameshwaram is one of the holiest places in Tamil Nadu region in southern India. It is one of the most renowned pilgrim places in the region and is located on a beautiful island in the lower side of India and is separated by a small Pamban channel from Sri Lanka. Visit:Agnitirtham, Dhanushkodi Temple, Gandhamadhana Parvatham, Jada Tirtham, Ramanathaswamy Temple, etc...
Today we drive to Kanyakumari (approx 260km/ 4hrs), One of the most exotic places to go in India is the city of Kanyakumari, also known as Cape Comorin, which is filled with many and interesting tourist attractions.Places to visit:Vivekanda Rock memorail, Sucheendra Temple, Thanumalayan Temple, Padmanabhapuram Palace, etc....
Today drive to Kovalam Beach (approx 85 km/ 2.5 hrs). Upon arrival check into the Hotel. Rest of the day free to leisure. Tomorrow drive to the Trivandrum Airport to board the flight to your home country.
