South India is home to the most ancient temples in the country at marvellous locations, boasts of skilled craftsmanship through its architecture and is culturally rich. Our 6 day temple tour takes you to the prominent shrines from Chennai to Kanyakumari. In Chennai, you can visit the Kapaleeswarar and Ashtalaxmi temples by the shore. Mahabalipuram takes you to the remarkable UNESCO World Heritage sites where the exceptional structures overlooking the sea narrate the stories of ancient India.
Tanjore also takes you to some of the remarkable temples, which include Brihadeeswarar temple, popular for being carved out from a single rock. A stop at the Rock Fort temple in Trichy leaves you speechless with its structure and panoramic views from the top. As you reach Madurai, visit the world-renowned Meenakshi Amman Temple. Rameshwaram takes you to other beautiful and important temples. As you reach Kanyakumari, a serene city, you get to witness three major oceans coming together. The Vivekananda Memorial is a wonderful structure standing on a rock in the sea. Spend a peaceful evening by the sea before you head back home with the wisdom of Hindu culture.
Note: Each Itinerary can be customized with accommodation options as per your budget & style.
Arrival and airport pick up and private transfer to the hotel. Pay visit to Kapaleeswarar dedicated of Lord Shiva. The tall towers, vibrant colours and skillful carvings makes this shrine a masterpiece. Situated by the shore, the Ashtalakshmi temple offers beautiful views of the surroundings. Spend the evening relaxing by the beach.
Drive to the culturally rich town Mahabalipuram ( 2 HRS). Visit Shore temple, a magnificent shrine that overlooks the ocean. The Shore Temple (A UNESCO World Heritage Site) takes you back in time with its skillful structures. Other interesting places to visit include Tiger Cave, Pancha Ratha, Arjuna’s Penance and more.
Head to Tanjore (5 HRS) , the city of temples. Pay visit to Brihadeeswarar temple ( UNESCO World Heritage Site) whose structure leaves you in admiration as it is crafted out of a single stone. Also visit the Royal palace complex and Nandi temple.
Drive to Madurai (3 HRS). Enroute stop at Trichy to visit an impressive place, The Rock Fort Temple, one of the oldest shrines in the world. Pay your respect at Srirangam and Jambukeswarar temple. As you reach Madurai, get set to visit the marvellous Meenakshi Amman Temple, Thirumalai Nayak Palace and Gandhi Museum.
Leave for Rameshwaram (3 HRS). Visit Rameshwaram temple where Lord Shiva is worshipped. Other prominent temples to visit include Ramanathaswamy, Ramjhoroka and Kothandaramaswamy temple.
Drive to Kanyakumari (6 HRS) a serene city at the end of the subcontinent. It is here you can witness the coming together of the three beautiful oceans, Bay of Bengal, Arabian sea and Indian Ocean. Visit Vivekananda memorial which leaves you spellbound with its construction on a rock in the ocean. Also visit Gandhi Mandapam, Kanyakumari and Suchindram temple.
Enjoy your morning with an amazing view of sunrise by the beach. Post breakfast, leave for the airport to catch a flight back home and end the tour with beautiful memories.
