Spiritual Heritage of South India

 

Day 1

 

Arrival Madurai

 

Upon your arrival at Madurai Airport or Madurai Railway Station in the early morning, you will be greeted by our local tour representative.

 Later transfers to the hotel, check in to the hotel. Madurai is among the world’s oldest continuously inhabited cities and is well-known around the world for its stunning Hindu temple architecture. 

Take some rest before we visit the marvellous Meenakshi Amman Temple (opens from 05:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m., and closes from 12:30 p.m. to 04:00 p.m.). Pray to the Goddess and discover the enthralling art of stone figures so elaborately designed on Gopurams.

 From there, visit other top attractions of the cities that may include Thirumalai Nayak Palace, Koodal Azhagar Temple and  Alagar Koil Temple.

 Later back to the hotel for an overnight stay in Madurai.

 

Day 2

 

Madurai - Tiruchirappalli

 

After breakfast, depart for Tiruchirappalli (Trichy), which is approximately 135 kilometers away and takes about 2-3 hours by road. On the way visit  Viralimalai Murugan Temple.

Check in to your hotel in Tiruchirappalli.

Visit prominent temples in Tiruchirappalli, including the Thiruvanaikoil Temple, Sri Ranganathaswamy Temple , Vekkali Amman Temple, Samayapuram Amman Temple and the Rockfort Ucchi Pillayar Temple.

Return back to the Hotel.

Overnight stay in Tiruchirappalli.

 

Day 3

 

Tiruchirappalli - Kumbakonam Sightseeing - Thanjavur 

 

After breakfast, depart for Kumbakonam.

Visit significant temples and heritage sites in Kumbakonam.
Kumbeshwarar Temple: Visit the Kumbeshwarar Temple, which is dedicated to Lord Shiva and is known for its Mahamaham Tank. You can explore the temple and the tank's surroundings.

Chakrapani Temple: Proceed to the Chakrapani Temple, another ancient and significant Vaishnavite temple in the town.

Sarangapani Temple: Start your Kumbakonam exploration by visiting the Sarangapani Temple, dedicated to Lord Vishnu. It's one of the Divya Desams and showcases Dravidian architecture.

Airavatesvara Temple: Head to the Airavatesvara Temple in Darasuram, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. This temple is renowned for its intricate sculptures and stunning architecture.

Mahamaham Tank: Explore the Mahamaham Tank in the heart of Kumbakonam. It's a sacred tank and is particularly important during the Mahamaham festival.

Continue your journey to Thanjavur.

Check in to your accommodation in Thanjavur.

Explore the Brihadeeswarar Temple and other historical sites in Thanjavur.

Visit Bangaru Kamakshi Amman Temple, then back to the hotel.

Overnight stay in Thanjavur.

 

Day 4

 

Departure  

 

After breakfast, depart from Thanjavur  to Madurai Airport or Railway Station(Approximately 200-220 km, 3.5-4 hours) for your departure.

Enjoy your journey!

3 STAR HOTELS 

 

Madurai - 1 Night
Astoria hotels  or Similar
Sharing Type                                Double Sharing Rooms

 

Tiruchirappalli -1 Night
Grand Gardenia or Similar
Sharing Type                                Double Sharing Rooms

 

Thanjavur    -1 Night
Hyders Park Hotel Or Similar
Sharing Type                                 Double Sharing Rooms

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Daily Breakfast (No Breakfast on Day 1)

 

Airport Transfers  
Private Basis
Airport-Hotel-Airport

 

All Tours    
Private Basis 
Tours & Sightseeing

 

The vehicle ensures best safety and hygiene measures and trained drivers

•   3 Nights Hotel Accommodations

•   Meet and Greet at Madurai Airport/ Railways station

•   Daily Breakfast

•   All Tours and Transfers

•   Vehicle services between (10 am to 6 pm)

•   Sightseeing as per Itinerary

•   Water Bottles and Hot Water as per hotel policies

•   Customer Support 24 X7

•   All Applicable Taxes including GST

• Air Fares, Train Fares and Bus Fares

•  No Breakfast on Day 1

•   Lunch, Dinner or any other extra meals

•   Personal Expenses

•   RT-PCR Test

•   Early Check In And Late Check Out

•   Entry Tickets

•   Extra Sightseeing

•   Tips For Guides And Drivers

•   Darshan tickets

•   Personal expenses

•   Anything other than mentioned in above inclusions