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Tamil Nadu Temple & Heritage Trail
11 Nights / 12 Days
Chennai (1N) - Mahabalipuram (1N) - Pondicherry (2N) - Thanjavur (1N) - Trichy (1N) - Chettinadu (1N) - Madurai (1N) - Rameswaram (1N) - Kanyakumari (1N) - Trivandrum (1N)
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Overview
The Tamil Nadu Temple & Heritage Trail is a soul-enriching journey through the cultural and spiritual heart of South India. This 12-day itinerary takes travelers across ancient cities, UNESCO heritage sites, sacred shrines, and coastal wonders, offering a blend of spirituality, history, and architecture. Starting from Chennai, the gateway of South India, the tour covers Mahabalipuram’s rock-cut marvels, the French colonial charm of Pondicherry, and the grand Chola temples of Kumbakonam and Thanjavur. Travelers will explore Trichy’s iconic Rockfort Temple, the traditional mansions of Chettinad, and the vibrant temple town of Madurai with its world-famous Meenakshi Amman Temple. The pilgrimage continues to Rameswaram, a revered Jyotirlinga site, before concluding at the southern tip of India in Kanyakumari and Trivandrum. This journey is not only a temple circuit but also a passage through India’s living heritage, making it ideal for seekers of spirituality, cultural explorers, and history enthusiasts alike.
Highlights
Explore UNESCO World Heritage Sites: Mahabalipuram Shore Temple, Brihadeeswara Temple, Darasuram & Gangaikondacholapuram.
Visit Sri Aurobindo Ashram and Auroville in Pondicherry.
Experience Meenakshi Amman Temple and Thirumalai Nayaka Palace in Madurai.
Discover Ramanathaswamy Temple and the sacred corridors of Rameswaram.
Witness the confluence of three seas at Kanyakumari & visit Vivekananda Rock Memorial.
Explore Srirangam Temple and Rockfort Temple in Trichy.
Traditional Chettinad mansions, cuisine, and cultural village tour.
Colonial churches and Marina Beach in Chennai.
Padmanabhapuram Palace & outer view of Padmanabhaswamy Temple in Trivandrum.
Itinerary
DAY 1 : Arrive Chennai
Arrival at Chennai International Airport. Transfer to the Hotel. Start your Chennai City Tour. Visit the famous places like Fort St. George, St. Mary's Church, Marina Beach, St. Thomas Church where the Basilica is built over the tomb of St.Thomas. Then have a visit to the famous Kapaleeswarar Temple dedicated for Lord Shiva in Mylapore city. Overnight stay in Chennai
DAY 2 : Chennai - Mahabalipuram
In the morning, drive to explore UNESCO World Heritage Monumental tour in Mahabalipuram, an ancient port city of the Pallavas. Visit the famous World Heritage UNESCO sites of Mahabalipuram. First, to the Sea Shore Temple dedicated to Lord Shiva and Vishnu, and then to Five Rathas "Five Chariots", a monolithic structure, representing an unique style built by the Pallavas, then finally to Arjuna's Penance, Varaha Cave and Krishna's Butter Ball. Have a walk in the artisan's streets who makes stone sculptures. Return back to the Hotel. Have a rest in the beach resort. Overnight Stay in Mahabalipuram
DAY 3 : Mahabalipuram - Pondicherry
In the morning, drive to Pondicherry "The French Colony". Check-in to the hotel. In the late afternoon, start your Pondicherry City Tour. Have a visit to Sri Aurobindo Ashram, an Ashram dedicated to Sri Aurobindo & "The Mother". Have a visit to "The Church of Sacred Heart" and "Notre dame des Anges", French Colony and markets. Have a Rickshaw ride in the commercial streets. Have a rest in the hotel. Overnight stay in Puducherry
DAY 4 : Pondicherry
In the morning have a visit to Goubert Market. Then drive to Auroville. Visit the famous "Matrimandir", only the exterior view and visit some boutiques. Return back to Pondicherry. Have a rest in the hotel. One more night stay in Puducherry
DAY 5 : Pondicherry - Gangaikondacholapuram - Darasuram - Thanjavur
After the breakfast, drive to enjoy the Kumbakonam Temples Tour. Enroute visit the famous visit the famous Shiva Temple at Gangaikondacholapuram which was built in the 11th century by the Chola dynasty, one of the World Protected UNESCO Site. Have a lunch in Kumbakonam city. In the late afternoon, visit the 12th century Chola temple Airavatesvara Temple in a small village named Darasuram. Then proceed your drive to Tanjore (Thanjavur). Overnight Stay in Thanjavur
DAY 6 : Thanjavur - Trichy
This is the day for you to explore the Tanjore Sculptural Tour. In the morning, visit the famous Thanjavur Art Gallery which houses the collection of sculptures and statues, Saraswati Mahal Library Museum, Brihadeeswara Temple also known as Big Temple which is one of the World Heritage Monument built by the chola dynasty in the 10th century. In the afternoon, visit the Bronze Making Artisan's Village to see the Bronze Casting and Tanjore Paintings. Then drive to Trichy. In the evening climb the Rockfort Uchchipillayar Temple to visit the famous Ganesha Temple and have a panoramic view of the city. Have a rest in the hotel. Overnight stay in Trichy
DAY 7 : Trichy - Chettinadu
In the morning have a Cultural tour to the banks of River Cauvery to see the performance of the rituals by the Hindus and then proceed for Srirangam Spiritual Tour to Sri Ranganathaswamy Temple at Srirangam. Start your drive to explore the Traditional Tour in Chettinadu, the land of Chettiars. Explore the village ambience by walking around the village streets. Have a rest in the hotel. Overnight stay in Chettinadu
DAY 8 : Trichy - Madurai
This is the day to feast your eyes with Madurai Heritage Tour. In the late afternoon visit the famous Gandhi Museum where you can see lot of exhibits about the life of Mahatma Gandhi, the Father of our Nation. Then have a visit to Thirumalai Nayaka Palace built in 16th century with grand pillars is the most attractive one. In the evening, visit the Meenakshi Amman Temple dedicated to Goddess Parvati and a thousand pillared hall with eye-catching sculptures. Overnight stay in Madurai
DAY 9 : Madurai - Rameswaram
In the morning,drive to have a Holy Tour to Rameswaram. Have a visit to Pamban's Bridge, is a cantilever bridge on the Palk Strait which connects the Rameshwaram Town on Pamban island to mainland India. Then have a visit to the famous Ramanathaswamy Temple dedicated to Lord Shiva located on Rameshwaram Island and a long corridor inside the temple is a remarkable one with beautiful grand pillars. Have a rest in the hotel. Overnight stay in Rameswaram
DAY 10 : Rameswaram - Kanyakumari
In the morning visit the famous Dhanushkodi located at south east of Pamban. See the ramparts of Dhanushkodi, the entire town was completely damaged by 1964 Cyclone. Drive to Kanyakumari, the southernmost tip of Indian Peninsula, where Indian Ocean, Arabian Sea and Bay of Bengal meet. Visit the famous Vivekananda Rock Memorial, a sacred place of a great saint and philosopher Swami Vivekananda. Then have a visit to Mahatma Gandhi Memorial and Kumari Amman Temple. It is possible to see both the sunrise and sunset in this town. Overnight Stay in Kanyakumari
DAY 11 : Kanyakumari - Trivandrum
In the morning drive to Trivandrum. Enjoy the Trivandrum City Tour. Enroute have a visit to the famous Padmanabhapuram Palace, a 15th century palace built by Varma dynasty. Continue your drive. In the evening see the outer view of Padmanabhaswamy Temple and a small museum closer to the temple. Have a rest in the hotel. Overnight stay in Trivandrum
DAY 12 : Departure from Trivandrum
This day you will be ended up with Tamil Nadu Temple Tour with sweet memories. You will be transferred to Trivandrum International Airport, Trivandrum as per your flight schedule back to home!
Inclusion
Pick up and Drop from Airport/ Railway Station by Individual Cab
Accommodation on Double Occupancy
Daily Breakfast
Dinners (For selected Package)
All transfers and sightseeing by Private car
24 x 7 Ground Support
Best Time to Visit
The ideal time for this tour is from October to March, when the weather is cooler and pleasant for temple visits and sightseeing. December and January are especially vibrant with temple festivals such as the Margazhi Festival in Tamil Nadu. Summers (April–June) can be hot, while monsoons (July–September) bring lush greenery but also heavy rains.
Ideal For
Pilgrims seeking temple darshans and spiritual experiences
Cultural explorers interested in heritage sites and architecture
Families looking for a meaningful vacation with history and devotion
Photographers capturing ancient monuments and vibrant traditions
Senior travelers preferring a guided temple circuit
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Policy and Terms
All prices are starting from, per person in Indian Rupees based on min 2 Adults travelling together.
Package is not valid during High Season, Festive Period, Peak Period & Long Weekends.
Any sightseeing mentioned on the arrival and departure day will be covered subject to time availability.
The vehicle will be arranged as per the planned itinerary. If you’d like to extend your travel or add extra sightseeing, it can be arranged with applicable additional charges.
All rates and availability are subject to change at the time of booking. We are not holding any rooms or blocking.
Confirmation of Hotels, Rooms, Car hire and Services are subject to availability at the time of booking.
Hotels are very strict with the child policy. Please carry the age proof so that it can be produced when asked for.
For extra person, mattress will be provided not bed at all places.
Rooms offered will have one King or two Queen or Twin Beds and strictly subject to availability at the time of check-in.
Room category in all packages is the Base Category.
Premium category hotel rates will be dynamic and as per availability
Vehicle will be given Point to Point or at Disposal Basis as per selected itinerary.
All sightseeing are subject to weather conditions, political conditions in the destination.
All the prices are for Indian Nationals only, unless specified.
Standard Check-in time 12:00hrs – 14:00hrs and Check-out time is 10:00hrs – 12:00hrs (Noon) as per the hotel policy.
All guests are requested to carry documents for security purpose & hotel policy. Documents such as (Original photo ID proof with photo copy (Identity card – Voter ID card / Pass-port / Driving License) has in some places PAN Card and Aadhar Card is not acceptable.
Meals provided at the hotel (Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner) are based on a set menu. Anything other than the set menu will be charged extra. In room dining will be at an additional cost and has a different menu altogether. For any food related service issue we will not be responsible.
Please note that the given rates are based on securing accommodation at the specified hotels at different destinations. In case of any unavailability issues the hotels of equivalent category will be used. Further add on costs and cost reduction will be advised accordingly. Please note, the names of hotels mentioned only indicate that our rates are based on these hotels and it’s not to be assumed that accommodation is already confirmed at these hotels. In case the same hotels are not available, we will book alternate accommodation at a similar or next best available hotel and shall pass on the difference of rates (supplement/ reduction whatever applicable) to you.
Distance and transfer time provided on the itinerary are for the reference only. We will not be responsible for any delay due to high traffic, processions, bad weather, interior resort location, etc.
It is advise to guests don’t leave any valuables in the vehicles, guests are responsible for their own belongings. Guests must ensure to collect their belongings while leaving the vehicle.
Hotels in the Hill Stations / Plantation destinations are mostly with Non A/C Rooms– kindly get it clarified if not specified to avoid any confusion.
Usage of the transportation services are limited from 08.00hrs to 20.00hrs. However the service between 06.00hrs to 08.00hrs & 20.00hrs to 22.00hrs can be extended with an additional driver’s Bata (each time) which has to be settled directly with the driver on a daily basis. Any usage between 22.00hrs & 06.00hrs has to be informed in advance – at the time of booking – as we can arrange it with additional charges to avoid any last minute disappointments / service denial.
Air conditioner in the vehicle would be functional only during the vehicle is on the move (not when the vehicle parked). And Air conditioner wouldn’t be functional during the drive through hill stations and Ghat Roads
Only those sightseeing points would be covered which is accessible by the type of vehicle booked.
Each sightseeing points / Temple visits (only which included in the itinerary) can be covered only once during the trip. If the guest want to do it multiple times, it is possible (if time permits) with additional payment (to be settled directly with the driver before proceeding for it) and the distance covered in such trips wouldn’t be considered in the kilometre allowance worked out in the package.
Sightseeing of additional destinations – other than the destinations participating in the itinerary – cannot be covered.