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Tamil Nadu’s Temple Trail

Explore the Colossal Temples of Tamil Nadu – 10 Nights / 11 Days

Chennai - Mahabalipuram - Tanjore - Madurai - Kanyakumari - Trivandrum

Get set to be awe-struck by the architectural wonders of ancient Tamil Nadu temples. Built at serene locations and boasting of rich culture, these magnificent temples narrate the stories of bygone dynasties and let you admire the architecture of ancient times by skilled craftsmen. 

Offer prayer and have soul-stirring experiences at some of the World Heritage Sites, which are nowhere to be found apart from India. Get ready for a never before spiritual experience, as the temples of Tamil Nadu charm you with their glorious past, opulent display and mystical stories. 

Highlights of the Itinerary

Note: Each Itinerary can be customized with accommodation options as per your budget & style. 

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Crafts of Tanjore
Kanyakumari
Meenakshi Temple

Itinerary at a Glance

01
Day
Arrival at Chennai | Embark on temple tour
02
Day
Mahabalipuram | Explore stone structures at the beach
03
Day
Mahabalipuram | Shore Temple
04
Day
Drive to Tanjore | Evening for leisure
05
Day
Tanjore | UNESCO World Heritage Site
06
Day
Madurai | Tirupparankundram Murugan
07
Day
Madurai | Meenakshi Amman Temple
08
Day
Kanyakumari | Nagaraja Temple
09
Day
Kanyakumari | Devi Kumari Temple
10
Day
Trivandrum | Sree Padmanabhaswamy Temple
11
Day
Fly out | End of Tour

Detailed Itinerary

Day 1 - Chennai Arrival

Pick up from the airport and private transfer to the hotel. Evening pay a visit to Kapaleeshwarar Temple, an architectural masterpiece with a 37-metre high tower and detailed carvings and striking colors.

Day 2 - Drive to Mahabalipuram

Post breakfast drive to Mahabalipuram ( 1.5 HRS). Visit the Mahabalipuram beach for a relaxing time. Stroll around to explore some amazing stone structures.

Day 3 - Mahabalipuram

Get ready to be mesmerized by visiting the Shore Temple standing on the edge of the sea. Be wonderstruck by the beautifully carved-out rock structures at the Pancha Rathas. Also, visit structures like Arjuna’s Penance and, Krishna’s butterball and Tiger cave.

Day 4 - Drive to Tanjore

Post breakfast drive to Tanjore ( 06 HRS). Evening relax at the hotel or opt for a leisure outing.

Day 5 - Tanjore

Get ready to explore the magnificent temple skillfully constructed out of granite – Brihadeeshwara Temple, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Visit Tanjore Palace and the art gallery. 

Resplendent Special 

The Crafts of Tanjore

Tanjore served as the top cultural Centre in Tamil Nadu for centuries all together, much before Chennai took prominence; our special interest tour takes you to the local artisans who have been practicing the art of making traditional crafts (Tanjore Painting, Saraswati Veena, Tanjore Bommai/Doll, Tanjore Plate, and Textile Weaving) from generation to generation, meet the artisans and get deep insight into the origin, the traditional methods, and understand the efforts of long hours behind each perfectly crafted piece.

Day 6 - Drive to Madurai

Post breakfast drive to Madurai (03.5 HRS). Visit the artistically done Tirupparankundram Murugan temple, which is impressively located amidst hilly terrain. 

Day 7 - Madurai

Visit the ancient and prominent temple of Madurai Meenakshi Amman Temple. Explore the glorious history of the south as you visit various shrines within the temple. Visit Mariamman Teppakulam, which houses a large water tank. 

Day 8 - Drive Kanyakumari

Post breakfast, drive to the serene town of Kanyakumari (04 HRS). Visit Nagaraja temple, a popular tourist attraction surrounded by greenery and coconut trees.

Day 9 - Kanyakumari

Visit Devi Kumari Temple, which stands beautifully overlooking the sea. Visit Thirunanthikarai Cave temple, where the walls are decorated with vibrant murals and depict mythological scenes of Mahabharata and Ramayana.

Day 10 - Drive to Trivandrum

Post breakfast, drive to Trivandrum (02 HRS). Pay a visit to Sree Padmanabhaswamy Temple, an architecture that leaves you spellbound.

Day 11 - End of Tour

End of the Tour, fly back with happy memories.

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