Duration:14 Days/13 Nights
Destinations: Chennai - Tirupati - Chennai - Mahabalipuram - Tanjore - Trichy - Tanjore - Madurai - Rameshwaram, Excursion - Madurai - Trivendrum
You will arrive in Chennai by international flight. After your traditional 'Swagat' (Welcome) our representative would support you at the airport and to our hotel for check in an overnight stay.
After Breakfast at hotel you will Transfer to Tirupati. Tirupati - A temple and pilgrim town. Located at the foot of the Tirumala Hills on which the ancient and beautiful temple of Lord Venkateshwara stands. On arrival, check in at hotel. In the afternoon proceed for Darshan of Lord Balaji. Overnight at Tirupati.
After breakfast you will leave to Chennai. Check in at hotel in Chennai.
Later In the afternoon, you will proceed for city tour of Chennai visiting Museum (remain Closed on Fridays and holidays). Drive through the flower and fruit market, High Court, Fort Museum, Marina Beach, San Thome Cathedral and Snake Park. Evening will be at leisure. Overnight at Chennai.
After Breakfast you will leave to Mahabalipuram by surface. On arrival, check in at hotel. Later in afternoon do sightseeing of Mahabalipuram - famous for the seven pagodas. Here, on the seashore is an interesting group of ancient rock hewn temple. Return to hotel. Overnight at the hotel.
After breakfast you will take a sightseeing which includes Visit Kanchipuram, ancient capital of the Pallavas famous as a city of 1000 temples that still has 124 shrines. Kanchipuram is also famous for silk. Rest of the day will at leisure or free for personal activites. Overnight at hotel.
Breakfast at hotel and Will Leave for Tanjore. Reach and relax at hotel.
Tanjore is also known as Thanjavur (The rice bowl of Tamil Nadu). Later visit sightseeing of Tanjore. Visit the famous Chola Temple of Brihadeeshwara - a world heritage monument. Its bronze and handicrafts make Tanjore one of the highlights of the tour to South India. Overnight at hotel.
After breakfast you will take Full day excursion to the city of Trichy. Visit the ancient temples dedicated to Lord Ganapathi, Visit Srirangam, a massive temple dedicated to Lord Vishnu sprawled on a Island in Cauvery River which contains within its walls a Bazaar (traditional market of India) as well. Return to hotel and relax. Overnight at hotel.
After Breakfast you will leave for a sightseeing of the city of Tanjore also known as Thanjavur. See the beautiful Chola temple of Brihadeeshwara. You will also visit the Palace and its Art Gallery, which contains several granite and bronze statues of the Chola period. Evening will be at leisure or for personal activities. Overnight at hotel.
After breakfast you drive to Madurai by surface and en-route visit Karaikudi (Chettinad). On arrival, transfer to hotel and relax. Madurai is over 2500 years old and is the second largest city of Tamil Nadu - Ancient seat of learning. Overnight at Madurai.
After breakfast you will visit the famous Madurai Meenakshi temple (dedicated to the consort of Lord Shiva with its towering Gopurams) - There are four entrances to this amazing temple complex set in 6 hectares. Watch the eveningz Aarti at Meenakshi Temple - 'The highlight of the tour'. Overnight at Madurai.
After breakfast you will enjoy Full day excursion to Rameshwaram- This is a sacred place for Hindus since according to Ramayana, Lord Rama worshipped God Shiva to absolve himself of the sin of killing. Return to Madurai by evening. Overnight at hotel.
After Breakfast you will Leave for Trivandrum by surface and reach late evening. Relax at hotel. Overnight at hotel.
After Breakfast you will Start tour in the morning visiting the Sree Padmanabha Swami Temple, Napier Museum, Chitralayam Arts Gallery, Zoological gardens, Reptile house, Observatory and Kanakakunnu Palace. Return to hotel by early evening. Proceed for the sunset view against the sea - 'an unforgettable view.' Overnight at Trivandrum.
we will support you with a punctual transfer to the airport for your onward travel.
Tour concludes. India Tour Makers thanks you for your support and ensures a punctual transfer to Airport / Railway Station for onward travel.