Highlights of South India Tour

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Chennai, Allepey, Thekkady, Tirupathi, Trichy, Pondicherry, Rameswaram, kanchipuram, kumbakonam, Madurai, Thanjavur

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The fascinating part of South India with the mesmerizing beauty and feel rejuvenated regions. South India Tour starts from our Trichy proceeding towards Coimbatore, Maruthamalai murugan temple on hill, and then visit Isha yoga centre & athiyogi statue. Entering Kerala state, which is meant for its natural beauty. Kerala is crammed with full of mountains, Greenery and Streams. This journey includes the places like Cochin, Thekkady, Munnar, and Alleppey. Travelers proceeding towards Tamil Nadu's famous madurai Meenakshi Amman, Thiruchendur Murugan temple, Rameswaram, The Ramanathaswami temple and Sri Panchamukhi Hanuman temple. Then towards Kumbakonam, Chidambaram Natarajar temple, Pondicherry. Travelers proceeding towards Andhra pradesh famous lord Balaji temple located at Tirupathi. Then to Vellore Golden Temple and Chennai It's a self-made city and a classic combination of tradition and modern culture. These are the leading cities with multiple forte.

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Day1

ARRIVAL TRICHY

Upon arrival Trichy, meet & greet by our representative then transfer to hotel. Later go for darshan in Pancha bootha Stalam, Jambukeswarar Temple represents water. After go for darshan in Ucchi pillayar temple and Sri Renganathaswamy temple. Evening free for easy for shopping. Overnight stay in Trichy.

Trichy
Day2

TRICHY – COIMBATORE

Morning after breakfast proceed to Coimbatore. On arrival go for darshan in Maruthamalai murugan temple on hill, and then visit Isha yoga centre & newly erected 112 feet athiyogi statue. Then check into hotel. Overnight stay in coimbatore.

219 km / 4 h 15 min | Coimbatore | Breakfast
Day3

COIMBATORE – ALLEPPEY

After enjoying the breakfast proceed to Allepey. On arrival check into houseboat and spend the day at leisure. houseboat cruise is the best way to explore the beauty of backwaters. While cruising you will witness a full range of life’s and activities and some mind boggling sceneries. All meals including tea and snacks will be served on board. Overnight stay in Allepey Houseboat.

236 km / 4 h 56 min | Allepey Houseboat | Breakfast
Day4

ALLEPPEY – THEKKADY

After having the breakfast proceed to Thekkady, which offers diverse attractions like Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary, Hill Station and Spice Plantation. On arrival proceed for boating on the periyar lake and experience a view of calm crystal clear periyar lake and sanctuary, watch different wild animals while boating. Then go for Elephant ride, Jeep trucking, visit Spice Plantation and also watch Kathakaly(kerala traditional dance) & Kalari(Kerala martial arts) shows. Evening go for Ayurvedic massage. Then back to hotel. Overnight stay at Thekkady.

128 km / 3 h 13 min | Thekkady | Breakfast
Day5

THEKKADY – MADURAI

After breakfast proceed to Madurai. On arrival Madurai, go for darshan in Alagar temple, Pazhamuthir cholai murugan temple(One of the Arupadai Veedu) and then to famous Meenatchi Amman temple. After darshan check into hotel. Overnight stay at Madurai.

162 km / 3 h 39 min | Madurai | Breakfast
Day6

MADURAI – THIRUCHENDUR – RAMESWARAM

After breakfast, drive to Thiruchendur. On arrival go for darshan in Thiruchendur Murugan temple, one of the arupadai veedu temple on the sea side. After darshan move to Rameswaram. On arrival check-in at hotel. Rameswaram, one of the 12 Jyotirlingas in India. The holiness of this place is clear from the belief that even your trip to Kasi is incomplete without your trip to Rameswaram. The Ramanathaswami temple here dedicated to Lord Shiva is thronged by millions of pilgrims every year. Visit Ramanathswamy temple and Sri Panchamukhi Hanuman temple. After darshan return to hotel. Overnight stay at Rameswaram.

411 km / 8 hrs | Rameswaram | Breakfast
Day7

RAMESWARAM – PILLAYARPATTI – THANJAVUR

Go for early morning darshan in Ramanathswamy temple, and then take breakfast at the hotel. Then drive to Thanjavur. Enroute visit Pillayarpatti Karpaga vinayagar temple. After darshan move to thanjavur, on arrival visit Periya koil, Brihadeeswarar temple built by Raja Raja Cholan. Then go for darshan in Thingaloor Chandra(moon) bagavan temple then to Alangudi Guru(jupiter) bagavan temple. After darshan check-in at hotel. Overnight stay in Thanjavur.

336 km / 6 h 14 min | Thanjavur | Breakfast
Day8

THANJAVUR – KUMBAKONAM

After breakfast proceed to kumbakonam. On arrival go for darshan in Swami malai murugan temple, one of the arupadai veedu, and next darshan to Thirunageswaram Ragu bagavan temple. After darshan check-in at hotel. Overnight stay in Kumbakonam.

39 km / 1 hrs | Kumbakonam | Breakfast
Day9

KUMBAKONAM – THIRUNALLAR – VAITHEESWARAN

After breakfast proceed to Suriyanar bagavan temple. After darshan move to Kanjanoor Sukra(venus) bagavan temple then to darshan in Thirunallar Saneeswara(saturn) bagavan Temple. On arrival vaitheeswaran go for darshan in Vaitheeswaran Sevvai(Mars) Temple. After darshan check-in at hotel. Overnight stay in Vaitheeswaran.

174 km / 4 h 51 min | Vaitheeswaran | Breakfast
Day10

VAITHEESWARAN – CHIDAMBARAM – PONDICHERRY

After breakfast go for darshan in Thiruvenkadu Puthan(mercury) bagavan temple and then go for darshan in Keezhaperumpallam Kethu bagavan temple. After darshan drive pondicherry. Enroute go for darshan in Chidambaram Natarajar temple, one of the pancha bootha stalam represents sky. On arrival check into hotel, Later proceed to Pondicherry sightseeing visit Aurobindo Ashram and Auroville, Manakula vinayagar temple. Evening visit beautiful Gandhi beach and then shopping. Overnight stay in Pondicherry.

94 km / 2 h 18 min | Pondicherry | Breakfast
Day11

PONDICHERRY – THIRUVANNAMALAI

After darshan move to Thiruvannamalai. On arrival check-in at hotel. Later go for darshan in Sri Arunachaleswarar temple, one of the pancha bootha stalam represents fire. Overnight stay in Thiruvannamalai.

106 km / 1 h 58 min | Thiruvannamalai | Breakfast
Day12

THIRUVANNAMALAI – VELLORE – TIRUPATHI

After breakfast drive to Tirupathi. Enroute go for darshan in Vellore Golden temple. After darshan move to Tirupathi. On arrival check into hotel and then go for darshan in Sri Venkatachalapathy temple in tirumala. After darshan visit Padmavathy Amman temple. After darshan back to hotel. Overnight stay in Tirupathi.

211 km / 4 h 54 min | Tirupathi | Breakfast
Day13

TIRUPATHI – KALAHASTI – THIRUTHANI – KANCHIPURAM

Go for early morning darshan in Sri kalahasteeswara temple, one of the pancha bootha stalam represents air. After darshan & breakfast drive to Kanchipuram. Enroute go for darshan in Tiruthani Murugan temple, one of the arupadai veedu. On arrival Kanchipuram go for darshan in Ekambareswarar temple, one of the pancha bootha stalam represents land. Then go to darshan in Kanchi kamachi amman temple. After darshan check-in at hotel. Overnight stay in Kanchipuram.

168 km / 4 h 23 min | Kanchipuram | Breakfast
Day14

KANCHIPURAM – CHENNAI

After breakfast drive to Chennai. On arrival Chennai visit Marina beach, Anna & MGR monument and Kabaleeswarar temple. Evening free and easy for shopping. Overnight stay in Chennai.

76 km / 1 h 39 min | Chennai | Breakfast
Day15

CHENNAI – DEPARTURE

After breakfast, free and easy until transfer to Chennai airport for your onward journey with sweet memories.

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All transfers and sightseeing by Air conditioned vehicle.
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Personal expenses.
Any other services not specified above

TRICHY

The UcchiPillayar Temple is located on top of the Rockfort Hill, one of Trichy’s most famous landmarks. To reach the UcchiPillayar Temple, you must climb 437 steps to the top of Rockfort Hill. The climb can be a bit challenging, but it offers a unique experience. The temple is dedicated to Lord Ganesha (UcchiPillayar) and is known for its stunning location atop a massive rock outcrop, offering panoramic views of the city below.

Jambukeswarar Temple: A temple dedicated to Lord Shiva, representing the element of water, with fascinating carvings and legends.

Sri Ranganathaswamy Temple: A massive temple complex dedicated to Lord Vishnu, known for its intricate architecture and spiritual significance.

COIMBATORE

Marudhamalai Murugan Temple: A famous hill temple dedicated to Lord Murugan. A small cave near the temple, associated with a revered Siddhar (sage). The surrounding area has medicinal plants and lush greenery.

Isha Yoga Center: Isha Foundation is a spiritual retreat founded by Sadhguru, featuring the 112-ft Adiyogi statue. A vibrant energy center dedicated to the divine feminine. Isha offers short yoga programs, guided meditations, and inner engineering courses. The Isha Yoga Center serves simple, sattvic food at its ‘Bhojanashala’ (dining hall).

ALLEPPEY

Alleppey (Alappuzha), known as the "Venice of the East," is famous for its backwaters, houseboats, and scenic beauty. A houseboat cruise through the backwaters is the highlight of a visit to Alleppey. Beyond the houseboat ride, there are plenty of other activities to enjoy in the area.

The primary attraction in Alleppey is the iconic houseboat cruise through the backwaters. Houseboats, or Kettuvallams, are traditional wooden boats converted into luxurious floating homes. You can take a day or overnight cruise along the backwaters, exploring the tranquil surroundings, paddy fields, small islands, and quaint villages.

THEKKADY

Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary is the main attraction in Thekkady, known for its rich biodiversity. It covers around 925 square kilometers of forest and wildlife. The sanctuary is home to a variety of species, including elephants, tigers, leopards, sambar deer, and wild boars.

Thekkady is famous for its spice plantations, especially cardamom, pepper, vanilla, nutmeg, and clove. Take a guided tour through the spice plantations to learn about the cultivation process, the various spices grown here, and their medicinal uses. The tours usually include a walk through the lush plantations, where you can also sample fresh spices.

A boat ride on Periyar Lake is one of the best ways to experience the serene beauty of Thekkady. The lake, surrounded by dense forests, offers a chance to enjoy the lush green landscape and spot wildlife, particularly during early morning or late afternoon boat rides.

Take an elephant ride through the Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary. It’s a unique and thrilling experience that gives you a closer look at the forest and its wildlife from the back of an elephant.

Thekkady offers opportunities to experience traditional Kerala arts like Kalaripayattu (a form of martial arts) and Kathakali (a classical dance-drama form). You can attend live performances at various cultural centers and resorts in the area.

Ayurvedic Massage & Spa – Choose from therapies like Abhyanga (full body massage), Shirodhara (oil therapy for the head), and Panchakarma (detoxification).

MADURAI

Meenakshi Amman Temple is the centerpiece of Madurai and one of the most revered Hindu temples in India. Dedicated to Goddess Meenakshi (Parvati) and Lord Sundareswarar (Shiva), it is known for its stunning Dravidian architecture and towering gopurams (gateway towers). Take a dip in the Golden Lotus Tank (PorthamaraiKulam), located inside the temple. It is believed to purify your soul and body.

Located about 21 kilometers from Madurai, AlagarKovil is dedicated to Lord Vishnu in his Alagar (Azhagar) form. The temple is situated on the Alagar Hill, offering a peaceful and scenic environment.

Thirupparamkunram Murugan Temple: One of the six abodes of Lord Murugan, nestled amidst a hillock, offering spiritual serenity.

THIRUCHENDUR

The Thiruchendur Murugan Temple is one of the most sacred and revered temples dedicated to Lord Murugan in Tamil Nadu. This is one of the six ArupadaiVeedu (six battle camps) temples of Lord Murugan. This uniquely located on the shores of the Bay of Bengal, and the temple complex has direct access to the beach. Pilgrims often take a dip in the sacred waters of the sea as part of their purification process.

RAMESWARAM

The Ramanathaswamy Temple is the main attraction of Rameswaram and one of the 12 Jyotirlinga shrines of Lord Shiva. The temple is famous for its impressive architecture, the longest corridor in India (over 1,200 pillars), and the sacred rituals associated with it.

Panchmukhi Hanuman Temple is dedicated to Lord Hanuman and is located a few kilometers from the main temple. Worship lord hanuman in his five-faced form, where each face represents different aspects of his power and devotion. The temple is built around a sacred rock where Hanuman is said to have had a vision of the Sri Lankan coast while carrying the Sanjivani herb.

PILLAYARPATTI

Pillayarpatti KarpakaVinayagar Temple, located in Pillayarpatti, near Karaikudi in Tamil Nadu, is one of the most famous temples dedicated to Lord Ganesha (Vinayagar). This ancient temple, which dates back over 1,600 years, is renowned for its historical significance, unique architecture, and spiritual importance. It is especially famous for its rock-cut sculptures and the large idol of Lord Ganesha, also known as KarpakaVinayagar, who is the main deity of the temple.

THANJAVUR

The Raja RajaCholan Temple (more formally known as the Brihadeeswarar Temple or Big Temple) in Thanjavur, Tamil Nadu, is one of the most iconic and historically significant temples in India. It is dedicated to Lord Shiva and was built by the Chola king Raja Raja Chola I in the 11th century. The temple is a UNESCO World Heritage site and is celebrated for its grandeur, architectural brilliance, and religious importance.

KUMBAKONAM

The Swamimalai Temple in Kumbakonam, Tamil Nadu, is one of the temple towns' most revered sites and a part of the ArupadaiVeedu (six holy abodes) dedicated to Lord Murugan (Karthikeya), the son of Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati. The temple is situated atop a hill and requires you to climb 60 steps to reach the main shrine.

Nageswaran Temple dedicated to Lord Shiva in the form of Naganathar, this temple is known for its unique architecture that aligns with the sunlight during the solstices.

The SuryanarKoil is a temple dedicated to Lord Surya (the Sun God), located about 15 km from Kumbakonam. It is one of the few temples dedicated to the Sun God in India. Offer prayers to Lord Surya and perform special rituals, particularly during the solar eclipses or sun transits, which are considered auspicious times.

THIRUNALLAR

The Saneeswaran Temple in Thirunallar is one of the Navagraha Temples dedicated to Lord Shani (Saturn). It is considered one of the most significant places for worshiping Lord Shani to alleviate the negative effects of Sade Sati or other Shani-related doshas.

VAITHEESWARAN

The main deity of the Vaitheeswaran Temple is Lord Vaitheeswaran, a form of Lord Shiva who is believed to have healing powers. Devotees visit the temple to seek divine blessings for healing from physical ailments and mental stress. The temple is also closely associated with the Navagrahas (Nine Planets), and it is an important place for those seeking remedies for planetary doshas.

CHIDAMBARAM

The Nataraja Temple is famous for its depiction of Lord Shiva's cosmic dance, symbolizing the five activities of creation, protection, destruction, hiding, and blessing.

PONDICHERRY

A spiritual retreat and major attraction in Pondicherry, where you can meditate and explore the teachings of Sri Aurobindo.

Auroville

Matrimandir: Visit the iconic golden meditation dome surrounded by lush gardens.
Handicraft Shops: Explore Auroville’s handmade products like pottery, textiles, and organic goods.
Cafes: Enjoy healthy and organic meals at Auroville cafes like Solar Kitchen and Bread & Chocolate.

Promenade Beach, popularly known as Gandhi Beach, is a scenic stretch in Pondicherry, ideal for relaxation and leisure activities. Enjoy a peaceful walk on the 1.5-kilometer-long promenade, especially during sunrise or sunset.

THIRUVANNAMALAI

One of the largest temples in India, dedicated to Lord Shiva as Arunachaleswarar (the Fire Element of the PanchaBhoota). Participate in daily rituals or special festivals like Karthigai Deepam, which draws massive crowds.

VELLORE

Golden Temple: A spiritual and architectural marvel, this temple is covered in pure gold and set amidst lush greenery in a star-shaped pathway.

TIRUPATI

The Sri Venkateswara Temple is the most famous temple in Tirupati and one of the most visited pilgrimage sites in the world. It is dedicated to Lord Venkateswara, a form of Lord Vishnu. The temple's golden dome (known as the Vimana), the rich architecture, and the sacred surroundings make it a significant cultural and spiritual experience.

Located in Tiruchanoor, near Tirupati, the Padmavathi Temple is dedicated to Padmavathi Devi, the consort of Lord Venkateswara. The temple is dedicated to Goddess Padmavathi, the consort of Lord Venkateswara. Devotees believe praying to the goddess can bring blessings of marriage, prosperity, and harmony in family life.

KALAHASTI

Sri Kalahasteeswara Temple is the town's centerpiece, dedicated to Lord Shiva as Vayu Lingam, representing the element of air. Known for its intricate Dravidian architecture, the temple has a rich spiritual atmosphere. Don’t miss the Rahu-Ketu Pooja, a special ritual performed here to counteract astrological afflictions.

TIRUTHANI

Tiruthani Murugan Temple, located in Tiruthani, Tamil Nadu, is one of the ArupadaiVeedu (six sacred abodes) of Lord Murugan. Situated atop a hill, this temple is an important pilgrimage site for devotees of Lord Murugan, who is worshipped as the God of War and the Son of Lord Shiva. Tiruthani is believed to be the place where Lord Murugan married Deivayanai (the daughter of Indra), and it is considered a place of great spiritual significance.

KANCHIPURAM

Ekambareswarar Temple is one of the PanchaBhootaSthalas (five sacred temples dedicated to the elements), representing Earth (Prithvi). It is a grand Shiva temple and one of the most important temples in Kanchipuram.

The Kamakshi Amman Temple is dedicated to Goddess Kamakshi, an incarnation of Parvati. It is one of the Shakti Peethas and an important pilgrimage site for followers of the Shakta tradition. It is believed that performing special prayers to Kamakshi can bless devotees with a happy married life.

CHENNAI

Marina Beach is one of the longest urban beaches in the world, stretching about 13 kilometers along the Bay of Bengal. It is one of Chennai’s most popular landmarks, offering both relaxation and recreation for visitors.

The Anna Memorial, MGR Memorial, Karunanidhi Memorial, and J. Jayalalithaa Memorial are significant landmarks located on the Marina Beach Road in Chennai, Tamil Nadu. These monuments pay tribute to four of the most influential political leaders in Tamil Nadu's history, all of whom were deeply involved in the state's politics and had a lasting impact on its social, cultural, and political landscape.

The Kapaleeshwarar Temple is one of the most important Hindu temples in Chennai, dedicated to Lord Shiva in the form of Kapaleeshwarar and his consort Karpagambal (the goddess). The temple, located in the Mylapore area, is an excellent example of Dravidian architecture and is known for its rich history and spiritual significance.