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Temple Tour Tamil Nadu
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WHEN
September To May
PRICE
From CAD 200 per night
excluding flight tickets
HOW LONG
15 nights
DAY 01
Arrival in Chennai – Coastal Calm in Mahabalipuram
Arrive at Chennai Airport, where you’ll be warmly greeted and introduced to your driver. Begin your journey with a 90-minute drive south to the tranquil seaside town of Mahabalipuram, known for its ancient stone-carved wonders and breezy beaches. Check in and relax for the night.
Overnight: Mahabalipuram
DAY 02
Temples in Stone – Discovering Mahabalipuram
Spend the morning unwinding. In the afternoon, join a local expert for a guided tour of Mahabalipuram’s UNESCO-listed temples and rock carvings—including the Shore Temple, Arjuna’s Penance, and Five Rathas. Though many are no longer active places of worship, they remain spiritually alive with local offerings and daily devotion.
Overnight: Mahabalipuram
DAY 03
Sacred Splendor of Kanchipuram – The City of a Thousand Temples
Take a day trip to Kanchipuram, one of Hinduism’s seven holiest cities. With your guide, explore the Kailasanatha Temple, an exquisite 7th-century shrine to Shiva, and the towering Sri Ekambaranathar Temple, with its 59-meter gopuram and sacred mango tree. Return to Mahabalipuram by evening.
Overnight: Mahabalipuram
DAY 04
Pilgrimage to Tiruvannamalai – Fires of Devotion
After breakfast, drive to Tiruvannamalai, a revered pilgrimage town. Visit the Arunachaleswarar Temple, one of the few major Tamil temples where non-Hindus may enter the inner sanctum. Pay homage at the Ramana Maharshi Ashram, a hub of spiritual inquiry and peace.
Overnight: Tiruvannamalai
DAY 05
Walking the Sacred Mountain – Onward to Pondicherry
Rise early if you wish to perform Pradakshina, the 14 km barefoot circuit around sacred Mount Arunachala, believed to bestow liberation. Later, drive onward to Pondicherry, the French-inspired coastal town. Explore the Sri Aurobindo Ashram and stroll through the heritage French Quarter, dotted with colonial villas and shaded boulevards.
Overnight: Pondicherry
DAY 06
Chidambaram to Tanjore – Chola Glory Unfolded
Depart early for Chidambaram, home of the Nataraja Temple, where you'll witness the cosmic dance of Shiva come alive during a morning puja. Continue via two magnificent Chola temples—Gangaikonda Cholapuram and Darasuram, both UNESCO World Heritage sites.
Arrive in Tanjore (Thanjavur) in time for sunset at the Brihadisvara Temple, a masterpiece of Chola engineering and devotion.
Overnight: Tanjore
DAY 07
Big Temple & River Journey to Trichy
Revisit the Brihadisvara Temple with a local guide to fully grasp its cosmic symbolism and architectural genius. Later, travel along the Cauvery River to Trichy (Tiruchirappalli). In the evening, climb the 400+ steps of the Rock Fort Temple for panoramic views and explore the lively bazaar streets below.
Overnight: Trichy
DAY 08
Srirangam’s Vast Temple World – Arrival in Madurai
Explore Srirangam Vishnu Temple, one of the largest active temple complexes in the world, housing shrines, markets, homes, and sacred tanks within its massive compound. After lunch, drive to Madurai, the soul of Tamil Nadu. In the evening, witness the nightly procession at the Meenakshi Temple—an explosion of colour, drums, devotion, and energy.
Overnight: Madurai
DAY 09
Divine Madurai – Temple, Palace, and Markets
Spend the morning immersed in the Meenakshi Amman Temple, one of India’s most iconic and spiritually charged temples. Let your guide unravel its layers of myth, sculpture, and ritual. In the afternoon, explore local markets or visit the Nayak Palace, a remnant of 17th-century regal grandeur.
Overnight: Madurai
DAY 10
Farewell to Tamil Nadu
Enjoy a leisurely morning. Later, transfer to Madurai Airport for your flight to Chennai, where you'll connect to your onward journey, carrying with you the sacred rhythm, stories, and artistry of Tamil Nadu’s timeless temples.