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Overview
This carefully designed Tamil Nadu journey combines spirituality, heritage, hill stations, and coastal culture. Covering iconic temple towns such as Kanchipuram, Tiruvannamalai, and Madurai, along with heritage centers like Chettinad and Thanjavur, the tour highlights the richness of South Indian history and Dravidian architecture. Scenic hill retreats in Yercaud and Kodaikanal provide a refreshing natural contrast, while the journey concludes with the colonial charm of Puducherry and the UNESCO-listed monuments of Mamallapuram, offering a well-balanced and enriching travel experience
Options
ChuttiS27-03/With 5* Hotels
Tour with 5* Hotels: Includes private car with driver, guide, entrance fees, and accommodation in prestige category hotels.
Pickup included
ChuttiS27-01/With 3* Hotels
Tour with 3* Hotels: Includes private car with driver, guide, entrance fees, and accommodation in standard category hotels.
Pickup included
ChuttiS27-02/With 4* Hotels
Tour with 4* Hotels: Includes private car with driver, guide, entrance fees, and accommodation in superior category hotels.
Pickup included
What's included
Two bottles of mineral water per person per day
All transfers & sightseeing in private AC vehicle
Driver allowances, tolls & parking
English-speaking local guides at major destinations
Breakfast
Entrance fees to all monuments & temples as per itinerary
Accommodation in preferred category hotels, as per the selected option.
Arrive at Chennai International Airport and meet our representative. You will be transferred to your hotel. The rest of the day is free to relax after your journey or to explore nearby markets and local attractions at your own pace.
Overnight: Chennai
Inclusions: Accommodation, Transport, Assistance
Day 2: Chennai – Kanchipuram – Tiruvannamalai (213 km | approx. 5 hrs)
Ekambareswarar Temple
1h · Admission ticket included
After breakfast, drive to Kanchipuram, famously known as the City of Thousand Temples and one of the seven sacred Moksha cities of Hinduism. Visit its renowned temples and traditional silk weaving centers. The sightseeing includes the Ekambareswarar Temple, one of the Pancha Bhoota shrines symbolizing the Earth element,
Kamakshi Amman Temple
1h · Admission ticket included
the Kamakshi Amman Temple dedicated to the presiding goddess of the town, the ancient Kailasanathar Temple known for its Pallava-era architecture
1h · Admission ticket included
And the Varadaraja Perumal Temple, a major Vaishnavite pilgrimage site. Continue onward to Tiruvannamalai.
Day 3: Tiruvannamalai – Excursion to Gingee Fort (80 km | approx. 2 hrs one way)
2h · Admission ticket included
Proceed for a scenic excursion to Gingee Fort, often referred to as the Troy of the East. This historic fortress is spread across three rocky hillocks and features massive granite walls, ancient temples, granaries, and watchtowers, showcasing the strategic military brilliance of medieval South Indian kingdoms. After exploration, return to Tiruvannamalai.
Day 4: Tiruvannamalai Sightseeing – Drive to Yercaud (146 km | approx. 4 hrs)
1h · Admission ticket included
In the morning, visit the sacred Annamalaiyar Temple, one of the most important Shiva temples in South India, located at the base of the holy Arunachala Hill. The temple is renowned for its towering gopurams, vast courtyards, and deep spiritual significance. Later, drive through scenic landscapes to the tranquil hill station of Yercaud.
Discover the natural charm of Yercaud, known for its cool climate, coffee plantations, and panoramic viewpoints. Sightseeing includes the Botanical Garden and Orchidarium, home to rare plant species and native flora,
Pagoda Point
1h · Admission ticket included
and Pagoda Point, which offers breathtaking panoramic views of the surrounding valleys and the Eastern Ghats. The afternoon is free for leisure.
Day 6: Yercaud – Tiruchirapalli (170 km | approx. 4 hrs)
Rock Fort Temple
2h · Admission ticket included
Drive to Tiruchirapalli (Trichy), an ancient city with a rich religious and colonial past. Visit the Rock Fort Temple, dramatically situated atop a massive rock formation and offering panoramic views of the city, followed by the historic Danish Church, which reflects Trichy’s colonial-era European architectural influence.
Day 7: Trichy – Kodaikanal (197 km | approx. 5 hrs)
1h
Drive into the Palani Hills to reach the picturesque hill station of Kodaikanal. Evening free to enjoy the cool climate and serene atmosphere.
Overnight: Kodaikanal
Inclusions: Accommodation, Breakfast, Transport
Day 8: Kodaikanal – Full-Day Sightseeing
Shembaganur Museum of Natural History
5h · Admission ticket included
Explore the natural and cultural highlights of Kodaikanal, including the Botanical Garden with its wide variety of exotic plants, the Shembaganur Museum showcasing regional natural history and tribal culture, scenic viewpoints such as Green Valley View and Dolphin’s Nose, and the tranquil Bear Shola Falls set amidst forested surroundings.
Day 9: Kodaikanal – Madurai (116 km | approx. 3 hrs)
Madurai Meenakshi Amman Temple
1h · Admission ticket included
Drive to Madurai, one of the oldest living cities in India, renowned for its Dravidian architecture and spiritual heritage. Visit the iconic Meenakshi Amman Temple, a masterpiece of temple architecture,
30m
the historic Tirumalai Nayak Palace reflecting royal grandeur
2h · Admission ticket included
the scenic Alagar Hills, and the sacred Thirupparankundram rock-cut temple, one of the six abodes of Lord Murugan.
Day 10: Madurai – Chettinad (90 km | approx. 2 hrs)
4h · Admission ticket included
Drive to the culturally rich Chettinad region, famous for its grand heritage mansions built by the Chettiar community, known for their ornate interiors and unique architectural style. Temple visits include Kandanur Sivan Temple, Kundrakudi Murugan Temple, Karpaga Vinayagar Temple, and Vairavan Kovil, each reflecting strong regional religious traditions.
Day 11: Chettinad – Thanjavur (85 km | approx. 2 hrs)
3h · Admission ticket included
Proceed to Thanjavur, the former capital of the mighty Chola dynasty. Visit the UNESCO-listed Brihadeeswarar Temple, an architectural marvel of the Chola period, followed by the Thanjavur Maratha Palace, the historic Saraswati Mahal Library, and the Chola Art Gallery displaying exquisite bronze and stone sculptures.
Day 12: Thanjavur – Puducherry (169 km | approx. 4 hrs)
Pondicherry
2h
Drive to Puducherry, a former French colony known for its serene beaches and colonial charm.
Overnight: Puducherry
Inclusions: Accommodation, Breakfast, Transport
Day 13: Puducherry – Heritage & Spiritual Exploration
Sri Aurobindo Ashram
5h · Admission ticket included
Discover Puducherry’s spiritual centers and colonial quarters, including the charming French Quarter with its colonial-era buildings, the Sri Aurobindo Ashram, the international township of Auroville symbolizing peace and unity, and the ancient Manakula Vinayagar Temple dedicated to Lord Ganesha.
Day 14: Puducherry – Mamallapuram (97 km | approx. 2.5 hrs)
Shore Temple
4h · Admission ticket included
Drive along the scenic East Coast Road to Mamallapuram, a UNESCO-listed heritage town. Explore the famous Five Rathas carved from single stones, the impressive bas-relief of Arjuna’s Penance, and the iconic Shore Temple overlooking the Bay of Bengal, representing early Dravidian temple architecture.
Day 15: Mamallapuram – Chennai Departure (58 km | approx. 2 hrs)
Chennai International Airport
2h · Admission ticket included
After breakfast, drive to Chennai Airport for your onward journey, marking the end of a memorable South India tour.
Inclusions: Breakfast, Transport
Meeting and pickup
Pickup details
We will pickup all the travellers. Either from the airport or from hotels. Our representative will meet you outside the exit gate of Airport or in the lobby of hotel. Please write your preferred pickup location at the time of booking.
Additional information
Specialized infant seats are available
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
No Health Restrictions
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
