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Explore the spiritual and cultural heritage of South India on this 7-day journey through Chennai, Tirupati, Kanchipuram, Mahabalipuram, Tanjore, Madurai and Rameswaram. Visit revered temples including the famous Venkateswara Temple, Meenakshi Temple and Ramanathaswamy Temple, while also discovering historic palaces, museums and ancient rock-cut monuments. From the sacred hill town of Tirumala to the shore temples of Mahabalipuram and the Chola legacy of Tanjore, this tour combines pilgrimage with rich history and architecture.
Explore the spiritual and cultural heritage of South India on this 7-day journey through Chennai, Tirupati, Kanchipuram, Mahabalipuram, Tanjore, Madurai and Rameswaram.
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At a glance
Day by day
On arrival, you will be transferred to your hotel in Chennai and check in. Refresh yourself and take some rest.
If time permits, proceed for sightseeing in Chennai, the bustling metropolis of Southern India.
Today, after breakfast, drive to Tirupati to visit the famous Vedic temple, Venkateswara Temple, in the hill town of Tirumala.
Check into the hotel.
After Balaji Darsan, enjoy an overnight stay at the hotel.
In the morning, drive to Mahabalipuram, the former port city of the 7th century, famous for its rock-cut shore temples.
Visit Kancheepuram, including Kancheepuram Kailasanthar Temple, Ekambareshwarar Temple and Vardarajanperumal Temple.
Check into the hotel in Mahabalipuram and proceed for sightseeing.
See the Shore Temple, Five Rathas, Arjuna's Penance and Tiger's Cave, which are the main attractions here.
Overnight stay at Mahabalipuram (Mamallapuram).
After an early breakfast, check out from the hotel and head to Tanjore, the age-old capital of the Chola Kings.
Check into the hotel and relax.
In the afternoon, begin sightseeing with the Brihandeswara Temple, a shrine more than 1,000 years old, built by the esteemed Chola emperor Rajaraja. Also visit the nearby Shivaganga water tank, Thanjavur Palace, Royal Museum and Art Gallery.
In the evening, return to the hotel for an overnight stay.
In the morning, enjoy a drive to Madurai, an extremely sacred city of South India. It is the third-largest city in Tamil Nadu and is located on the banks of the River Vaigai.
In the afternoon, enjoy sightseeing in Madurai, including Meenakshi Temple, Thirumalai Nayak Palace, Thirupparankundram Temple, Alagar Koil, Gandhi Museum and Mariamman Theppakkulam.
Check into the hotel and spend free time on your own activities.
Overnight stay at the hotel.
Visit Rameswaram, a small island in the Gulf of Mannar and a major pilgrim centre. It is connected to the mainland by road and railway bridges, including Pamban Bridge. Rameswaram is a holy place because of Ramanathaswamy Temple.
In the evening, return to Madurai for an overnight stay.
Check out from the hotel and drive to Chennai airport or railway station for your onward journey.
Where this trip takes you
Tirumala hill shrine, Venkateswara Temple, Shore Temple of Mahabalipuram, Pamban Bridge
The route
The fine print
Arrival pickup and transfer to the hotel
All accommodations with breakfast
Sightseeing in Chennai and Mahabalipuram
Sightseeing in Madurai and Kanchipuram
Day tour to Rameswaram and Dhanushkodi
All transfers and sightseeing by A/C car
Departure transfer to the airport or railway station
All taxes and service charges
Tips and gratuities
Personal expenses
Logistics
Your 7 days finish where they began, in Chennai.
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