Complete Tamil Nadu Tour

• Begin your Chennai experience with visits to the Theosophical Society and Kalakshetra, offering a glimpse into the city’s spiritual and cultural side.

Explore Chennai’s temple heritage at Sri Parthasarathy Temple and Kapaleeshwarar Temple in Mylapore.

• Discover the city’s colonial past at St. Mary’s Church and Fort St. George, one of Chennai’s most historic landmarks.
• Visit the San Thome Cathedral Basilica and spend time around the heritage-rich Mylapore neighbourhood.
• Keep the evening free to relax or explore at your own pace before returning to the hotel.

Departure: Chennai

• On the third day of your trip, travel to Kanchipuram by car, one of Hinduism’s seven sacred cities and an important centre of South Indian temple heritage.
• Visit landmark temples such as Kamakshi Amman Temple and Ekambareswarar Temple.
• Get a feel for the city’s long spiritual history, shaped by Hindu, Jain and Buddhist traditions.
• Meet or observe Kanchipuram’s traditional silk weavers and learn about a craft practised here for generations.
• Continue to Mahabalipuram and check in at the hotel for an overnight stay.

Departure: Mahabalipuram

• Explore Mahabalipuram’s Pallava-era heritage, known for its rock-cut caves, sculpted panels, temples and monolithic monuments.
• Visit Krishna Mandapam and admire its detailed carvings depicting Lord Krishna, people, animals and scenes from everyday life.
• See the iconic Shore Temple, a striking 8th-century monument overlooking the Bay of Bengal.
• Walk around the Pancha Rathas (Five Rathas), a group of monolithic structures, each showcasing a different architectural form.
• Return to the hotel after a day immersed in Mahabalipuram’s ancient art and architecture.

Departure: Mahabalipuram

• Travel to Pondicherry and check in at the hotel on arrival.
• Keep the rest of the day free to explore the town at your own pace.
• Stroll through the local neighbourhoods and interact with residents to get a feel for everyday life.
• Sample local flavours and browse the nearby markets.

Departure: Pondicherry

• Begin the next day at the Sacred Heart Basilica, known for its striking Gothic-style architecture and peaceful atmosphere.
• Visit Raj Niwas, the official residence of the Lieutenant Governor of Puducherry, and see one of the city’s prominent colonial-era landmarks.
• Spend some time at Sri Aurobindo Ashram, one of Pondicherry’s best-known spiritual centres.
• Take in the city’s mix of spirituality, heritage and French-influenced character as you explore.

Departure: Pondicherry

• Get ready the next day to drive towards Tanjore, stopping en route at Chidambaram, a town closely associated with Lord Nataraja.
• Visit the Thillai Nataraja Temple, known for its sacred halls, impressive scale and strong Shaivite traditions.
• Continue to Tanjore and check in at the hotel for a short break.
• Later, explore the magnificent Brihadeeswarar Temple, one of Tamil Nadu’s most celebrated temple landmarks.
• Return to the hotel in the evening for dinner and an overnight stay.

Departure: Tanjore

• Travel by road to Trichy (Tiruchirappalli) and check in at the hotel on arrival.
• Keep the rest of the day free to explore the city at your own pace.
• Wander through the local neighbourhoods or visit nearby attractions that interest you.
• Browse the local markets, shop for souvenirs and sample regional flavours.

Departure: Trichy

• Begin with a visit to Srirangam, one of the most important temple areas near Trichy.
• Explore the grand Sri Ranganathaswamy Temple, dedicated to Lord Vishnu and known for its vast temple complex.
• Continue to the historic Tiruchirappalli Rock Fort, one of the city’s most recognisable landmarks.
• Take in views of the Kaveri River and the surrounding cityscape from the Rock Fort area.

Departure: Trichy

• The next day, travel by road to Madurai. The route is
• Check in at the hotel when you arrive. Keep the rest of the day free to explore Madurai at your own pace.
• Browse local markets for shopping and soak up the city’s everyday life.
• Sample local flavours or simply relax and enjoy the hotel facilities.

Departure: Madurai

• Spend the day exploring Madurai, one of Tamil Nadu’s oldest and most culturally rich cities.
• Visit the iconic Meenakshi Amman Temple, dedicated to Goddess Meenakshi and Lord Sundareswarar.
• Take time to admire the temple’s towering gopurams, colourful sculptures and intricate Dravidian architecture.
• Experience the temple’s spiritual atmosphere during the evening prayer ceremony.

Departure: Madurai

• Set out from Madurai for a day trip to Rameshwaram, one of South India’s most important pilgrimage destinations.
• Visit the sacred Ramanathaswamy Temple and take time for darshan.
• Experience the spiritual significance of Rameshwaram, closely associated with Lord Rama and the Ramayana.
• Soak in the atmosphere of this revered island pilgrimage town before beginning the return journey.

Departure: Madurai

• Head to the railway station in the morning for your train journey back to Chennai.
• On arrival, transfer to the hotel and complete the check-in formalities.
• Keep the rest of the day easy and relaxed after the journey.
• Unwind at the hotel or spend some quiet time at your own pace.

Departure: Chennai

• This is the last day of your 14-day Complete Tamil Nadu Tour. Enjoy a relaxed breakfast, then transfer to the airport to board your flight for your onward journey.

Departure: Chennai