Tamil Nadu - Pondicherry Mahabalipuram With Trichy And Madurai
5N/6DChennai (1N) - Mahabalipuram (1N) - Pondicherry (1N) - Tanjore (1N) - Madurai (1N)
Located in the southernmost part of India, Tamil Nadu is known as the cradle of Dravidian culture. The state is celebrated for its historical monuments, beaches, and hill stations. Temple gopurams, classical music and dance festivals, lip-smacking cuisine, and heritage sites like Thanjavur lure tourists to the state.
Day 1Day 2Day 3Day 4Day 5Day 6
Chennai ArrivalGreet and meet on arrival at Chennai airport , proceed to hotel check in hotel, refresh and later visit Kapaleeshwarar Temple, Colourful Dravidian-style temple dedicated to Shiva, established in the 7th century & later rebuilt, Vivekananda Illam , Former ice store where Swami Vivekananda stayed in 1897, now a permanent exhibition on his life then the Government museum, Fort museum, drive past Marina Beach, San Thome Church and later return to hotel and Overnight at Hotel
Optional places you can also visit if you are staying one more night
Guindy National Park, Anna Zoological park, Dakshinachitra (On the way to Mahabalipuram), Theosophical Society, Better spot for Shopping is T Nagar.
Chennai – Mahabalipuram 60 Kms – 1 Hrs DriveAfter breakfast check out hotel and later proceed to Mahabalipuram, arrival and have full day sightseeing of Mahabalipuram including visit of Five Rathas, Mahishasuramardini Mandapa, is an example of Indian rock-cut architecture dating from the late 7th century, of the Pal lava dynasty. It is a rock-cut cave temple located on a hill, near a lighthouse, along with other caves in Mamallapuram, Mahabalipuram lighthouse, Penance, Krishna Mandapam, Shore temple, Beach and later return to the Hotel and overnight at Hotel.
Mahabalipuram-Pondicherry ( 90 Kms -2 Hrs drive)After breakfast check out hotel to Pondicherry, a beautiful drive in ECR reach at Pondicherry, arrival at Pondicherry check in hotel and later proceed to the full day sightseeing of Pondicherry including, Matrimandir The Matrimandir is an edifice of spiritual significance for practitioners of Integral yoga, situated at the centre of Auroville initiated by The Mother of the Sri Aurobindo Ashram, Auroville: The City of Dawn, Arikamedu – Former Chola Port city, Basilica of the Sacred Heart of Jesus, Pondicherry, Promenade Beach, Shri Aurobindo ashram and later drive back to Hotel and Overnight at Hotel.
Optional activities which may be interesting at Pondicherry
Sunbathe on a sun-kissed day @ Serenity Beach
Try the numerous Water Activities @ Paradise Beach and Karaikal Beach Scuba Diving
Pondicherry- Chidhambaram-Gangaikonda Cholapauram- Tanjore ( 195 kms – 4 hrs drive)After breakfast check out hotel and later proceed to Tanjore via visiting Chidambaram visiting the Nataraja Temple 1,000-year-old sacred site devoted to Shiva with 4 separate 7-storey towers around a central temple, Proceed to gangaikondacholapuram is a town whose origin trace to medieval India and which was the capital of the Cholas for king Rajendra Chola, and the temple is dedicated to Lord Shiva Later to Darasuram visit the Airavateswara temple constructed by the Rajaraja Chola II in the 12th century AD. The temple is a recognised UNESCO World Heritage monument, arrival at Tanjore check in hotel and Overnight at Hotel.
Tanjore-Trichy-Madurai ( 210 kms – 4 Hrs drive)After breakfast check out hotel and later proceed to the Morning sightseeing of Tanjore including Brihadisvara Temple, Brihadeeswarar temple, which is dedicated to Shiva, was built by Raja Raja Chola I. The construction was completed in 1010 which it means that the temple is more than 1000 years old and it is one of the best example of the Chola architecture, The Thanjavur Maratha Palace Complex, known locally as Aranmanai, is the official residence of the Bhonsle family which ruled over the Tanjoreregion from 1674 to 1855, Its bronzes and handicrafts make Thanjavur one of the highlights of a visit of the South. It is also famous for its silk, one of the best of India and later drive to Trichy Arrival at Trichy visit the ancient temples dedicated to Lord Ganapathi, 434 steps cut out into the rock side and interspersed with shrines, lead to the temple, yet another flight leads to the temple of Lord Shiva. The ascent is climaxed by magnificent view of the sacred Kaveri River. Visit Srirangam a massive temple dedicated to Lord Vishnu, which contains within its walls a bazaar, Drive to Madurai arrival at Madurai Check in Hotel and Overnight at Hotel.
Optional Visit
Can Visit the Meenakshi Temple at Madurai for Night Ceromony It is of Meenakshi temple which is also used in local Tamil language as Palliyarai, palli denotes resting, and yarai means sanctum sanctorum.
Madurai- DepartureAfter breakfast Check out hotel and later proceed to the full day sightseeing of Madurai including the great Meenakshi Temple dedicated to the consort of Lord Shiva with its towering gopurams, rising high above the surrounding country side. Later, visit the Tirumala Nayak Palace - a gracious building in the Indo-Saracenic style, famous for the stucco work on its domes and arches and Drive to Madurai airport- end of the services.
Optional visits at Madurai – Need to Have at least 2 Days stay.
Alagar Koyil –Large, historic Hindu temple in scenic surrounds with elaborate carvings & sculptures.
Vandiyur Mariamman Teppakulam
Koodal Azhagar Temple Sacred temple dedicated to the Hindu god Vishnu, featuring a tower covered with colourful idols.
Gandhi Museum
Thirupalkundram Murugan Temple
Athisyam – Theme Park
Overview
Tamil Nadu, located in the southern part of India, is a state with a rich cultural heritage, historical significance, and natural beauty. It is known for its ancient temples, vibrant festivals, classical arts, and delectable cuisine. Tamil Nadu has to offer Temples and Architecture, Classical Arts and Music, Festivals, Sandy Beaches, Hill Stations, Wildlife and Nature, Historical Sites, Spiritual Retreats.
Policy
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Sightseeing as per itinerary
