Day 1: Arrival in Chennai
- Arrive in Chennai, check into your hotel, and rest after your journey.
- Explore local markets and enjoy traditional South Indian cuisine.
- Overnight in Chennai.
Day 2: Tirupati
- Travel to Tirupati, visit the renowned Sri Venkateswara Temple.
- Explore other attractions in Tirupati if time permits.
- Overnight in Tirupati.
Day 3: Mahabalipuram & Kanchipuram
- Drive to Mahabalipuram, visit the Shore Temple, Arjuna’s Penance, and other famous structures.
- Proceed to Kanchipuram, known for its ancient temples and silk sarees.
- Visit Ekambareswarar Temple and Kailasanathar Temple in Kanchipuram.
- Overnight in Mahabalipuram/Kanchipuram.
Day 4: Tiruvannamalai
- Travel to Tiruvannamalai, visit Arunachaleswarar Temple and Ramana Ashram.
- Explore the spiritual atmosphere of the town.
- Overnight in Tiruvannamalai.
Day 5: Pondicherry
- Drive to Pondicherry, a former French colony.
- Explore Aurobindo Ashram, Auroville, and enjoy the serene beaches.
- Overnight in Pondicherry.
Day 6: Kumbakonam via Chidambaram
- Travel to Kumbakonam, a town known for its temples.
- En route, visit Nataraja Temple in Chidambaram.
- Explore Kumbakonam and visit Sarangapani Temple and Kumbeswarar Temple.
- Overnight in Kumbakonam.
Day 7: Tanjore
- Travel to Tanjore (Thanjavur).
- Visit Brihadeeswarar Temple, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
- Explore Tanjore Palace and Art Gallery.
- Overnight in Tanjore.
Day 8: Trichy
- Travel to Trichy (Tiruchirapalli).
- Visit Sri Ranganatha Swamy Temple in Srirangam and Rock Fort Temple.
- Explore the local markets.
- Overnight in Trichy.
Day 9-10: Madurai
- Travel to Madurai, one of the oldest cities in India.
- Visit Meenakshi Amman Temple, Thirumalai Nayakkar Mahal, and Gandhi Memorial Museum.
- Attend the evening aarti ceremony at Meenakshi Amman Temple.
- Explore local markets and cuisine.
- Overnight in Madurai.
Day 11: Rameswaram
- Travel to Rameswaram, a sacred island.
- Visit Ramanathaswamy Temple, Agni Theertham, and Dhanushkodi.
- Overnight in Rameswaram.
Day 12: Kanyakumari
- Travel to Kanyakumari, the southernmost tip of India.
- Visit Kanyakumari Temple, Vivekananda Rock Memorial, and Thiruvalluvar Statue.
- Enjoy the breathtaking sunrise and sunset views.
- Overnight in Kanyakumari.
Day 13: Departure
- Depending on your flight/train schedule, you can explore local markets or relax.
- Depart from Kanyakumari for your onward journey.
