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South India Temple Tour

South India enjoys the recognition of being a region which is immersed in spirituality. Ancient history and legends which have been passed down many generations find root in South India easily, and hence, enjoy great relevance.

South India Temple Tours give you a chance to delve into India’s beliefs, and also find your inner soul. The temples have great monumental value, and are sights to behold. The Meenakshi Temple at Madurai, the temple of Rama at Bhadrachalam, and the renowned Vishnu temple at Tirupati are just an induction into the countless temples that give South India its character.

It is easy to understand India’s religion in these tours. A temple of Lord Shiva stands as a testimony of the prayers performed by Lord Rama before he left for Lanka, The effigy at Srirangam is believed to be the first that appeared in the world, and these are just some of the many wonders of South Indian temples. There is a story, a bearing that each temple has, and a blessing each is waiting to bestow.

Luxury India tours bring you unique South India Temple Tours which bring together experiences from across the entire region. From the ancient to the new, the lofty to the undersized, you can be sure you will have a coverage of all temples which is impossible to achieve on your own.

Places to See : Chennai - Kanchipuram - Mamallapuram - Pondicherry - Tanjore - Trichy - Karaikudi - Madurai
Duration : 08 Night / 09 Days

Day 01 : Chennai

On arrival, TNS Travel Representative tour manager would be greeting you and assisting with hotel check-in. A brief up on your tour plan would be provided. Chennai is popularly regarded as the "Gateway to the South". Overnight stay

Day 02 : Chennai

Post breakfast, visit Kapaleeshwara temple, Triplicane - Sri Parthasarathy temple, St.Thomas Cathedral, Fort, Museum. In the evening, visit the worlds second largest beach, the Marina Beach. Overnight stay

Day 03 : Chennai - Kanchipuram - Mamallapuram

Enjoy breakfast and check out to proceed to Kanchipuram. Kanchipuram was the historical capital of the Pallavas. Kanchipuram is also known centre of the finest silk sarees made in the country. On reaching some of the must Visit temples are Sri Kamakshi Amman Temple, Ekambareshwara temple,Kailasanatha temple, Vaigundha Perumal temples. Have delicious South Indian lunch at the local restaurant, visit to local silk weaving factory. After exploring the sacred city of Kanchipuram, proceed to Mamallapuram. Check-in at the property and overnight stay

Day 04 : Mamallapuram - Pondicherry

After breakfast, explore Arjuna penance, Sri Krishna butter ball, cave temples, five Rathas and famous sea shore temple. Drive to Pondicherry which was the former French colony. On arrival, check into hotel. After some relaxation, by evening, proceed to the well known Sri Manakula Vinayagar temple, Aurobindo ashram and later drive to worship world peace Mandir - Auroville. After visiting these must see places in Pondicherry, time to head back to the hotel for Overnight stay.

Day 05 : Pondicherry - Tanjore

chennai gate

Today post breakfast drive to Tanjore, enroute visit Chidambaram - famous lord Shiva temple and continue drive to Gangaikonda Cholapuram, Dharasuram and after exploring continue drive to Tanjore, upon arrival check in to hotel. Rest hours free and night stay

Day 06 : Tanjore - Trichy

Today visit big temple - dedicated to lord Shiva and big bull, visit Tanjore museum, art gallery, and palace and after drive to Trichy, upon arrival check in to hotel. Trichy witnessed the carnatic wars fought between the French and the English. Lord Robert Clives house is still there to see and so is the Danish church. The rock-fort is the landmark of Trichy. A climb of 434 steps leads to the ancient temple of Ganesha with a stop over at Shiva temple. Post lunch visit Amma Mandapam, Srirangam – Sri Ranganatha swami temple, rock fort – Sri Ganesha temple. Over night stay

Day 07 : Trichy - Karaikudi (ancient traditional small town)

Drive to Karaikudi, the head quarters for around 70 + villages around. It is famous for its ancient building (big houses). Upon arrival, check in to Karaikudi bungalow. Take tour around small temples around Chettinad house. Visit the famous Chettinad museum and Athangudi, famous for terracotta tiles. Overnight stay

Day 08 : Karaikudi - Madurai

Post breakfast, drive to Madurai. Check-in at the hotel. Visit the great Meenakshi Amman temple dedicated to the consort of Lord Shiva with its towering Gopuram (rising high above the surrounding country side). Later, visit the Thirumalai Naik Palace - a gracious building in the Indo Saracen style, famous for the stucco work on its domes & arches. Overnight stay

Day 09 : Madurai - Departure

Pack your bags up and get ready for onward journey

Tour Ends