Overview
From ancient past, South India is noted as a “world-class temple destination” for huge collection of temples. It’s profusely built; stones or wooden figures carved and aesthetically designed temples are unique ormarvellous in their architectural brilliance and known for rich sources of religious teachings, cultural antics or some divine powers. People from all over the world visit these glorious temples and perform poojas or rituals. So get ready for the divine journey together with the most fascinating tourist destinations of South India.
Tour Itinerary
Day 01 - Chennai
On arrival at Chennai Airport/Railway Station, meet our representative who’ll welcome and guide you to transfer to hotel. Check-in at the hotel. After resting for a while, commence your first day of religious tour by witness the architectural excellence of theDravidian periodof Kapaleswarar Gopuram (tower)Temple dedicated to the destroyer figure in the Hindu divine trinity, “Lord Shiva” and Parthasarathy Templededicated to the blue-skinned, flute playing flirt “Lord Krishna”. Latervisit Kala Kshetra, Fort St. George,St. Thomas Church, St. Thomas Mount and National Art Gallery and Museum. In evening visit the beautiful “Marina Beach” prominent for thesecond longest beach in the world.Walk and relax along the surf-kissed edge.Later return to hotel for overnight stay.
Day 02 - Chennai - Tirupathi
After a refresh tour of Chennai,Set out foran intriguing and awe-inspiring tourism spot “Tirupathi” noted as thefamous temple town of Andhra Pradesh.Upon arrival, havelunch at local restaurant then visitfar-famed “Sri Venkateshwara Temple” nestledon the top of the Tirumala hills believed to be the oldest and the richest temple in the world purely sanctified to Lord Vishnu called as Balaji by the North Indians and Govinda by the South Indians,pay homage to Lord Venkateshwara and later in the evening return to Chennai for dinner and overnight stay.
Day 03 - Chennai - Kanchipuram
After enjoying your Tirupathi trip, on third dayyou will drive toward the golden city of a thousand temples “Kanchipuram”for an exhilarating experience.On your holy tour to Kanchipuram, you will not only get a chance to pay obeisance at the holy temples likeEkambareshwar Temple, Kailashnath Temple, Kamakshi Temple, the Vaikunthaperumal Temple and more but also will get an opportunity to purchase some of the finest Kanchipuram silk sarees which are unique and exceptional in the entire world. In evening you visit Kanchi Kudhi, which is a 90-year-old house and popular for its old-style architecture and functionality.Overnight stay will be at Kanchipuram.
Day 04 - Kanchipuram-Tiruvannamalai
The fourth day of your tour move toward the abode of the mystical saint Sri Ramana Maharshi, “Thiruvannamalai” a small town situated on top of a small hill. Upon reaching, check in at the hotel andafter refreshing a while or lunch get ready to explore some of the major attractions are – Arunachaleswara temple, Skandashraman, Ramana Ashram, Sheshadri Swamigal ashram, Gingee fort, Mamara Guhai, Sattanur Dam and Virupaksha cave. After exploring the heritage attractions andvarious temples in the town, relaxed your body at your lavish room for a trip to Pondicherry.Overnight stay will be at Thiruvannamalai.
Day 05 - Tiruvannamalai – Pondicherry:(131kms/3.5hrs)
Early morning after breakfast set out to exploreone of the most visited tourist spots in India, “Pondicherry” noted as the“Capital of the Union Territory” nestled perfectly on the Coromandel shoreline and symbolizes the living monument of the French colonial rule or culture in India. Apart from the French culture, its pleasant atmosphere, natural beauty, pristine beaches and delicious cuisines no doubt allures you. Transfer to hotel/resort on arrival, after having lunch you spends your remaining day atPlage Paradiso (Paradise Beach) or Pondicherry Beach at leisure and enjoy scenic surroundings. As an alternate, you can also spend your whole day by visiting on Aurobindo Ashram; Vinaynagar Manakula temple which has a golden dome and a collection of 40 beautiful friezes, Church of Sacred Heart of Jesus,Botanical Garden and Aquarium,French War Memorial, Jawahar Toy Museum, Pondicherry Museum, Raj Niwas (Palais du Government) and The Statue of Dupleix.Overnight stay will be at Pondicherry.
Day 06 - Pondicherry - Chidambaram - Tanjore
On sixth day, your religiousjourney onwards to a charming own adorned with the best of history and archaeological splendours, “Chidambaram” a popular small temple town in Tamil Nadu.Here you will visit and pay homage to one of the famous Nataraja Temple dedicated to Lord Shiva who appears in the form of the cosmic dancer Nataraja. After this religious excursion, continue to your next destination in-line, Tanjore which is 104 km often referred as the seat of the Chola rulers or an important centre of religion, art and architecture.Here you’ll be an observer to the Brahadeshwara temple, Chandra Bhagwan temple, Lord Murgan temple, Thirunallar temple, Vijaynagar fort and Siva Ganga garden. Beside temples itsCarnatic music and musical instruments grab your attention. Overnight stay will be at Tanjore.
Day 07 - Tanjore - Trichy
After appetizing breakfast at Tanjore leave for“Tiruchirapalli” or “Trichy”, a popular city of Tamil Nadu, scenically located on the banks of river Cauvery. On arrival, check in at the hotel. After refreshing or lunch, get ready to explore a delightful holiday destination which has severalchurches, colleges, missions and spectacular monuments and temples dating back to 1700s. The attractions you will visit or considered not to be missed on your tour to Trichy are – Rock fort Ganpati temple, Sri Ranga Nathaswamy temple, Puliyancholai falls, Kallanai dam and St Joseph’s church along with various other religious temples and places are waiting for you.Overnight stay will be at Trichy.
Day 08 - Trichy - Madurai
After a perfect experience of traditional and contemporary culture at Trichy, it’s time to move toward the next holy destination “Madurai” famous for Meenakshi Sundareswarar templeor temple city.Upon arrival at Madurai our executive will help you to transfer to hotel.Fall down your soul and body a while and get ready for the sightseeing tour of Madurai covering Ayirankkal Mandapam,Maraimman Thepukullam Temple Tank,Tirumalai Nayakkar Palace,Gandhi Museum and Koodal Azhagar. In evening visit the Meenakshi Temple to witness the famous night ceremony when the temple copper of Lord Siva is carried to the bed chamber of Goddess Parvathi to the accompaniment of religious prayers and music. Overnight staywill be at Madurai.
Day 09 - Madurai - Rameshwaram
On ninth day, early morning after breakfast, you will drive toward “Rameshwaram” noted as an island orthe holiest town on the southern coast of India. On your Rameshwaram excursion you visit the most popular attraction of the spiritual town– Sri Ramanthaswamy temple along with various temples and beaches like Agnitheertham, Dhanushkodi Temple, Gandhamadhana Parvatham, Jada Tirtham, Jatayu Tirtham, Kothandaramaswamy Temple, Lakshmana Tirtham, Rama Tirtham (Gandamadana), Ramjharoka temple and more that make your day enjoyable and charming. Late evening return to Madurai for dinner and overnight stay at the hotel.
Day 10 - Madurai - Trivandrum
Have your tempting breakfast in Madurai and then proceed to Trivandrum “Capital City of Kerala” famous for its pristine sandy beaches, long stretches of palm fringed shorelines, breezy backwaters, historic monuments & rich cultural heritage. Along with its string of nature & historic delights, Trivandrum is also a holy abode with many temples. So welcome to Trivandrum, check in at the hotel. After resting for a while or lunch, set out on a guided city tour of Trivandrum including major tourist destinations like the Sri Padmanabha Swamy Temple dedicated to Lord Vishnu rebuilt in 1733 a perfect example of South Indian architecture, Zoological Park (except Mondays), Napier Museum with its bronze collection, Sri Chitra Art Gallery. In the evening return to the hotel for overnight stay.
Day 11 - Trivandrum - Kanyakumari
Eleventh day of ImpeccableSouth India Temple Tour Package allures you with a sightseeing of Kanyakumari legendary for its temples, beaches and being the southern most tip of the country. Some of the most popular attractions that covered on your Kanyakumari excursion are – Padmanabhapuram palace, Thiruvalluvar statue, Vivekananda rock memorial, Gandhi Mandapam, Kumari Amman and Kanyakumari Muttom beach. Later in the evening watch the sun set over the sea and then return to Trivandrum. Dinner and overnight stay at the Trivandrum hotel.
Day 12 - Trivandrum - Chennai
On the last day of the tour,post breakfast, transferred to the Trivandrum Airport/Railway Station to connect flight/train for onward destination. In this way your religious tour end and EzeeHoliday India ensure you that this tour will take you closer to god giving meaning to your life.