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South India Temple Tour with Pondicherry

Duration: 12 Nights / 13 Days

Cover:- Chennai - Mahabalipuram - Pondicherry (Puducherry) - Thanjavur (Tanjore) – Trichy (Tiruchirappalli) - Madurai - Rameshwaram - Madurai – Chennai

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Tour Description

Overview

‘South India Temple Tour with Pondicherry’ is one of the best itinerary to know about Tamil Nadu Pondicherry as well. Visit Puducherry, earlier known as Pondicherry. It attracts many tourist, with its three lined avenues, painted colonial buildings and sea breeze. Also take the blessings from various oldest temples. The duration of the tour is 12 nights and 13 days, covering the places such as Chennai, Kanchipuram, Mahabalipuram, Pondicherry, Thanjavur, Trichy, Madurai, Rameshwaram and Madurai.

Tour Highlights

Tour Highlights:
  • Visit the Sri Parthasarathy Temple and Kapaleeswarar Temple in Chennai
  • Visit the Sri KanchiKamakshi Amman Temple in Kanchipuram
  • Explore the UNESCO World Heritage Site of the Shore Temple in Mahabalipuram
  • Enjoy the guided tours to the Rai Niwas and Basilica of the Sacred Heart of Jesus in Pondicherry
  • Darshan at the Chidambaram temple. En-route Thanjavur
  • Visit the Brihadeeswarar Temple, which is a UNESCO World Heritage Site in Thanjavur
  • Guided tour to the Rock Fort Temple Complex, an important landmark in Trichy
  • Visit the Madurai-Meenakshi Amman Temple
  • Visit to the Rameshwaram temple in Rameshwaram
 

Tour Itinerary

Day 1 Chennai (Arrival)

Arrival in Chennai, and transfer to your pre booked hotel. Check-in to the hotel. Rest of the day is free at leisure. In the evening, visit local markets of Chennai. 
 
Overnight stay at Chennai.
 

Day 2 Chennai

Today after breakfast  go for a half day sightseeing tour of Chennai which include Gandhi Memorial, Mylapore Temple, Marina Beach and Kalakshetra. Theosophical society, Sri Parthasarathy temple and San Thomas Cathedral Basilica. The list does not end here, it also includes Fort St. George and houses of the Secretariat and Legislative assembly of Tamil Nadu. Post that, travel back to your hotel 
 
Overnight stay at Chennai.
 

Day 3 Chennai – Kanchipuram (About 74 Kilometres) – Mahabalipuram (About 66 Kilometres)

Today after breakfast check out from the hotel and drive to Mahabalipuram, It is also known as Mamallapuram, it is a historical town and this 7th century former port city is famous for its rock-cut shore temples. It is also a great destination for lazy beach holiday with sea, sand and sun. On the way visit Kanchipuram, including visits to the Kailasanthar Temple, Ekambareshwarar Temple, The Vardarajanperumal Temple and the Sakkiswarar Temple. Check-in at your pre-booked hotel on arrival at Mahabalipuram. 
 
Overnight stay at Mahabalipuram.
 

Day 4 Mahabalipuram

Today after breakfast, go for a sightseeing tour of Mahabalipuram. The major tourist attractions to visit in Mahabalipuram include Pancha Rathas, Descent of Ganges, Varaha Cave Temple, Tiger cave and the Thirukadalmallai temple. In the evening feel free to explore the local markets for handicrafts and South Indian cuisines.
 
Overnight stay at Mahabalipuram.
 

Day 5 Mahabalipuram – Pondicherry (About 100 Kilometres)

Today after breakfast, check out from the hotel and drive towards Pondicherry. Check-in to your pre booked hotel on arrival at Pondicherry. 
 
Overnight stay at Pondicherry.
 

Day 6 Pondicherry

Today after breakfast go for on a sightseeing tour of Pondicherry including Aurbindo Ashram, Pondicherry Museum, Church of the Sacred Heart of Jesus and the Nineteenth Century Light House. In the evening return to the hotel. 
 
Overnight stay at Pondicherry.
 

Day 7 Pondicherry - Thanjavur (About 167 Kilometres)

Today after breakfast, check out from the hotel and drive to Tanjore. Check-in to your pre booked hotel on arrival at Tanjore. Later go for a city tour of Tanjore including major tourist destinations such as the Vijayanagar Fort, Shiva Ganga Garden, Aalangudi temple, Brahadeshwara temple and the Chandra Bagawan Temple. In the evening return to the hotel.
 
Overnight stay at Thanjavur.
 

Day 8 Thanjavur - Trichy (About 58 Kilometres)

Today after breakfast, check out from the hotel and drive to Trichy. Check in at the pre booked hotel on arrival at Trichy. Later go for sightseeing including Rock Fort temple, Sri Ranganathaswamy Temple, dedicated to Lord Ranganatha that is reclining form of Lord Vishnu, Sri Jambukeshwara Temple, which is 5 main temples of Lord Shiva in Tamil Nadu that was built around 1800 years ago and St. John's Church which was constructed in 1821.
 
Overnight stay at Trichy.
 

Day 9 Trichy - Madurai (About 135 Kilometres)

Today after breakfast, check out from the hotel and drive to Madurai, check in at your pre booked hotel on arrival at Madurai. The rest of the day is free at leisure. You can visit the local market and enjoy the shopping and test the local food. 
 
Upon arrival at Madurai, check in at your pre booked hotel. The rest of the day is free at leisure. You can visit the local market and enjoy the shopping and test the local food. 
 
Overnight stay at Madurai.
 

Day 10 Madurai

Today after breakfast go for sightseeing of Madurai visiting Mariamman Teppakulam temple, Meenakshi Temple and the Palace of Tirumalai Nayak. Meenakshi Amman Temple magnificent temple is dedicated to Goddess Parvati, the consort of Lord Shiva.
 
In the evening attend the prayer ceremony at the Meenakshi Amman Temple.
 
Overnight stay at Madurai.
 

Day 11 Madurai - Rameswaram - Madurai (About 170 Kilometres)

Today after breakfast go foe an excursion tour of Rameswaram. It is an important Hindu pilgrimage centre and an integral part of Ramayana legend. Visit to Sri Ramanathaswamy temple. It is the centre of Ramaeswaram as it has been since ancient times. The shivalinga in this temple is believed to have been consecrated and worshipped by Lord Rama on his return from Lanka. Post Darshan, visit the famous Hanuman temple. Return back to the hotel in Madurai after Darshan.
 
Overnight stay at Madurai.
 

Day 12 Madurai - Chennai (By Train)

Today after breakfast, check out from the hotel and transfer to the railway station to go on-board a train for Chennai. As you reach, get transferred to the hotel. The rest day is free at leisure. Explore the nearby places along with the market and enjoy the local foods.
 
Overnight stay at Chennai
 

Day 13 Departure from Chennai

Today after breakfast check out from the hotel and transfer to the Chennai airport to board flight for return/onward journey. We hope you have enjoyed your trip and look forward to organizing your next tour with us and wish you for a safe journey.

Where Stay

Hotels Accommodations Envisaged :-

Subject to availability at the time of booking or else similar hotels will be suggested: -

Destination Luxury Deluxe Premium
Chennai Hotel Zone By The Park / Similar Courtyard by Marriott Chennai / Similar Holiday Inn Chennai OMR / Similar
Mahabalipuram Silversands Beach Resort / Similar Four Points by Sheraton Resort / Similar Courtyard by Marriott Madurai / Similar
Puducherry Ginger Pondicherry / Similar Club Mahindra Puducherry / Similar Le Pondy Beach and Lake Resort / Similar
Thanjavur Hotel Raya's Grand /Similar Hotel Sangam Thanjavur / Similar Svatma Resort Thanjavur / Similar
Tiruchirappalli Femina Hotel / Similar Hotel Red Fox Tiruchirappalli / Similar Hotel SRM Tiruchirappalli / Similar
Madurai Hotel Royal Court / Similar Hotel Fortune Pandiyan / Similar Courtyard by Marriott Madurai / Similar
Chennai Hotel Zone By The Park / Similar Courtyard by Marriott Chennai / Similar Holiday Inn Chennai OMR / Similar
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Also includes

Inclusions
1. Accommodation for 12 Nights on twin / double sharing basis. 
2. Daily buffet breakfast at all hotels.
3. Transportation by private air-conditioned car with driver for all arrivals, Departures, sightseeing and inter-city drives as per the itinerary.
4. Services of English speaking guide at the major destinations.
5. Services of Trip India Representative on all arrivals and departures.
6. Fuel charges, toll tax, state tax & parking charge
7. All presently applicable luxury taxes.
 
Exclusions
1. Entrance fees at monuments/parks/museums.
2. Items of personal nature like drinks on table, laundry, telephone bills etc.
3. Meals other than mentioned above.
4. Indian visa fees or international airfare / domestic flight fare / train ticket
5. Still Camera or video charges levied by some monuments.
6. Any other shopping and personal purchase.
7. Medical Requirements on request.
8.  Service Tax as per government.
9. Any other services not mentioned in the inclusions.
 
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