13 Nights / 14 Days
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NTP Groups has curated this long beautiful south India Package combining the 3 southern-most states - Kerala, Tamil Nadu and Andhra Pradesh, from Goa, Delhi Mumbai/Maharashtra add on to the itinerary. But the three southern states are the focus for most people, and time spent in this part of India can be incredibly varied and rewarding. We know and love this part of India like no other company, and would be honored to share this passion with you.
Whether you’re after a chill-out and relax beach and backwater holiday in Kerala, a spiritual whirl through the temples and pilgrimage sites of Tamil Nadu, a wander through the ancient archaeological sites of Karnataka, or time to go looking for India’s most iconic wildlife in any of these states, we can make this truly the trip of a lifetime. Combining time in all three states, if you have the time, is definitely recommended. We look forward to welcoming you to our own Beautiful South India Destinations.
Package Include
- Arrival and Departure flight transfers by car
- Accommodation with breakfast and dinner at the hotel
- Sightseeing as per the itinerary
- All hotel tax
Package Exclude:
- Guide, entry tickets, portage, tips, GST 5%, puja booking, medical insurance, emergency expense, extras not mentioned as inclusions
DAY 1 : Arrival at Coimbatore
Welcome to Tamil Nadu holiday Package tour. Upon your arrival at Coimbatore airport, you will be received and transferred to the hotel. Have a visit to the famous Marudhamalai Murugan Temple, which is a hill temple. The location itself is very attractive and serene with fresh air around. Spend the evening free for shopping. Overnight stay in Coimbatore
DAY 2 : Coimbatore - Palani - Kodaikanal (5hrs drive)
Finish your breakfast and start your drive to Kodaikanal. Enroute stop and visit Palani Murugan Temple, one of the six sacred abodes (Arupadai Veedu temple) of lord Murugan. Continue your drive and relax in the hotel. Overnight stay in Kodaikanal
DAY 3 : Kodaikanal
Full day to do Kodaikanal hill station tour. Visit the hill station places like Kurinji Andavar Temple, Bryant’s Park, Pillar Rocks, Coaker’s Walk, Kodaikanal Lake etc. One more night stay in Kodaikanal
DAY 4 : Kodaikanal - Madurai (3.5hrs drive)
Finish your breakfast and drive to Madurai. Visit the famous Azhagar Koil located in Alagar Hills. Also visit Pazhamudhirsolai Murugan Temple, one of the six sacred abodes (Arupadai Veedu) of lord Murugan. Check-in to the hotel and relax. Visit Thiruparankundram Murugan Temple, one of the six sacred abodes (Arupadai Veedu) of lord Murugan. Also visit the Meenakshi Amman Temple dedicated to Goddess Parvati and a thousand pillared hall with eye-catching architecture. The complex is adorned with many shrines and sculptures. Overnight stay in Madurai
DAY 5 : Madurai - Kanyakumari (4hrs drive)
Start your drive to Kanyakumari. Kanyakumari is the southernmost tip of the Indian mainland. Visit the famous Kumari Amman Temple. The Vivekananda Rock Memorial has been built to commemorate the visit of Swami Vivekananda, the great Hindu saint. Thiruvalluvar Statue is located here. The pedestal of the statue is of 38 feet height and the statue over it is 95 feet tall with a grand total of 133 feet for the entire sculpture. You can have the Sunset View behind the confluence of three major water bodies Bay of Bengal, Arabian Sea and Indian Ocean. Overnight stay in Kanyakumari
DAY 6 : Kanyakumari - Tiruchendur - Rameswaram (5.5hrs drive)
Start your drive to Rameswaram. Enroute stop and visit Tiruchendur Murugan Temple, one of the six sacred abodes (Arupadai Veedu temple) of lord Murugan. Continue your drive and visit the famous Pamban Bridge, a railway bridge on the Palk Strait which connects the Rameshwaram town to mainland India. Check-in to the hotel and relax. Overnight stay in Rameshwaram
DAY 7 : Rameshwaram - Trichy (5hrs drive)
Start your drive to Tiruchchirappalli (Trichy). Regarded as the largest functioning Hindu temple in the world, the Ranganathaswamy Temple in Srirangam was built between the 6th and the 9th centuries by the Azhwar Saints. The temple is dedicated to Lord Vishnu and is the 1st of the 108 Divya Desams or Vishnu Temples in the world. Thiruvanaikovil Sri Jambukeswara Temple is one of the five elements of nature (Pancha Bootha Sthalam temple). Here, lord Shiva signifies as “Water” element. The temple was built in Dravidian style of architecture by the Cholas in the 2nd century AD. Rockfort Uchchipillayar Temple refers to an ancient fort and the temple which is situated in the fort’s highest reaches. The temple was built by the Pallavas in 508 AD are the oldest structure in the fort and is also a must be seen attraction. Overnight stay in Trichy
DAY 8 : Trichy - Thanjavur - Kumbakonam (3hrs drive)
Finish your breakfast and drive to visit Brihadeeswara Temple in Thanjavur, also known as Thanjai Periya Kovil. It is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and among 'Great Living Chola Temples'. Built in the year 1010 AD by the mighty Chola Emperor Raja Raja Chola, it remains as one of the greatest glories of Indian architecture. Also visit Thingaloor "Chandran" Temple, Swamimalai Murugan Temple one of the six sacred abodes (Arupadai Veedu temple) of lord Murugan. Overnight stay in Kumbakonam
DAY 9 : Navagraha Temples Tour visit
This day, you can cover the Navagraha Temples like Alangudi "Guru" Temple, Thirunageswaram "Raaghu" Temple, Suriyanar Kovil "Sun" Temple, Kanjanoor "Sukran" Temple, Vaitheeswaran Kovil "Sevvai" Temple, Thiruvenkadu "Budhan" Temple, Keezhaperumpallam "Kethu" Temple, Thirunallaru "Sani" Temple. Relax in the hotel. Overnight stay in Kumbakonam
DAY 10 : Kumbakonam - Chidambaram - Tiruvannamalai (5.5hrs drive)
Finish your breakfast and drive to Tiruvannamalai. Enroute stop and visit Chidambaram Nataraja Temple, one of the five elements of nature (Pancha Bootha Sthalam temple). Here, lord Shiva signifies as “Sky” element. Continue your drive to Tiruvannamalai and relax in the hotel. One of the five elements of nature dedicated to lord Siva, the Arunachaleswarar Temple stands majestic and represents the city. It is one of the five elements of nature (Pancha Bootha Sthalam temple). Here, lord Shiva signifies as “Fire” element. The town also has the famous Sri Ramana Ashram. Overnight stay in Thiruvannamalai
DAY 11 : Tiruvannamalai - Vellore - Tirupati (4.5hrs drive)
Start your drive to Vellore, as a part of Tamil Nadu temple tour. Popularly known as Sripuram Golden Temple, Vellore Golden Temple is an exotic architecture carved in gold. It is dedicated to Goddess Lakshmi and the temple is is also called as 'Sri Lakshmi Narayani Temple'. Approximately 1500 Kilograms of Gold is used to build the temple. Continue your drive and relax. Visit the famous Venkateswara Temple in Tirumala, the second richest temple in the world. Also visit his consort Sri Padmavathi Ammavari Temple in Tiruchanur. Overnight stay in Tirupati
DAY 12 : Tirupati - Srikalahasti - Tiruttani - Kanchipuram (4hrs drive)
Start your drive to Kanchipuram, as a part of Tamil Nadu temple tour. Enroute stop and visit Srikalahasti Temple, one of the five elements of nature (Pancha Bootha Sthalam temple). Here, lord Shiva signifies as “Air” element. Continue your drive to visit Tiruttani Murugan Temple, one of the six sacred abodes (Arupadai Veedu temple) of lord Murugan. Continue your drive and relax in the hotel. Goddess Shakti is worshipped in three major cities out of which, Kanchipuram ranks first in importance because of Kamakshi Amman Temple. The sculptures of the 7th century temple are awe-inspiring. Overnight stay in Kanchipuram
DAY 13 : Kanchipuram - Chennai (2hrs drive)
After breakfast visit Ekambareswarar Temple, which has been spoken about by Tamil poets who lived in the 2nd century. It is one of the five elements of nature (Pancha Bootha Sthalam temple). Here, lord Shiva signifies as “Earth” element. Start your drive back to Chennai. Check-in to the hotel and spend the evening free for shopping. Overnight stay in Chennai.
DAY 14 : Departure from Chennai
Day free for shopping. Departure from Chennai airport as per your flight schedule
Q: What is the best way to reach Madurai?
Ans: Madurai has its airport, the Madurai International Airport (IXM), with domestic flights connecting to major Indian cities. It also has well-connected railway stations and an extensive road network, making it accessible by train, bus, and car.
Q: How far is Rameshwaram from Madurai, and how can I travel between the two cities?
Ans: Rameshwaram is approximately 170 kilometers (around 105 miles) away from Madurai. You can travel between Madurai and Rameshwaram by road, train, or private taxi. The journey takes around 3 to 4 hours by road.
Q: What are the must-visit places in Madurai?
Ans: Some of the must-visit places in Madurai include the Meenakshi Amman Temple, Thirumalai Nayakkar Palace, Gandhi Memorial Museum, Alagar Kovil, and the Vandiyur Mariamman Teppakulam (temple tank).
Q: What is the significance of Rameshwaram?
Ans: Rameshwaram is one of the holiest places for Hindus and is famous for its Ramanathaswamy Temple, dedicated to Lord Shiva. It is believed to be one of the Char Dham pilgrimage sites, and it holds immense religious significance in Hindu mythology.
Q: What are the popular attractions in Rameshwaram?
Ans: Besides the Ramanathaswamy Temple, other popular attractions in Rameshwaram include Dhanushkodi, Agnitheertham, Pamban Bridge, Gandhamadhana Parvatham, and the Five-faced Hanuman Temple.
Q: How far is Kanyakumari from Rameshwaram, and how can I travel between them?
Ans: Kanyakumari is approximately 310 kilometers (around 192 miles) away from Rameshwaram. You can travel between Rameshwaram and Kanyakumari by road or train. The journey takes around 6 to 7 hours by road.
Q: What are the must-visit places in Kanyakumari?
Ans: Kanyakumari is famous for its unique geographical location, being the southernmost tip of the Indian mainland. Must-visit places include the Vivekananda Rock Memorial, Thiruvalluvar Statue, Kanyakumari Beach, Padmanabhapuram Palace, and Suchindram Temple.
Q: Can I witness the sunrise and sunset from Kanyakumari?
Ans: Yes, Kanyakumari is known for its stunning sunrise and sunset views. The sunrise can be witnessed from the Kanyakumari Beach, while the sunset can be seen from the Vivekananda Rock Memorial or the Thiruvalluvar Statue.
Q: Is it possible to cover all three destinations in a single trip?
Ans: Yes, it is possible to cover Madurai, Rameshwaram, and Kanyakumari in a single trip, especially if you plan a well-organized itinerary. It would typically take around 5 to 7 days to explore these three destinations thoroughly.
Q: What is the best time to visit these places?
Ans: The best time to visit Madurai, Rameshwaram, and Kanyakumari is during the winter months from October to March, as the weather is pleasant and suitable for sightseeing.
Please note that travel information, including distances and travel times, may vary depending on the mode of transport and the specific routes taken. It's advisable to check the latest travel updates and plan your trip accordingly.