Temple Tour – 12N/13D

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.