Spiritual Odyssey Of South India
Chennai - (Tirupathi, Raghu Kaethu, Navagraha Temple, Pancha Bhoothasthalam (Five Elements of Lord Shiva), Six Abodes of Lord Muruga (Aarupadai Veedu), Deviyar Dharisanams (Sakthi+Amman Temple), Pillayarpatti- Chennai
Overview
South India destination is the great way to explore Magnificent Nature, Beaches & Hill stations and it uncover the Rich Cultural Heritage. The Leading tourist destinations of India offering choices to discerning leisure Traveller, Heritage Explorer, Adventure Traveler, Honeymooner etc.
Breakfast
Sightseeing
Hotel
Transport
Trip Highlights
- Have Darshan in Richest Tirumala Balaji Temple.
- Visit Six Abodes of Lord Muruga Temples
- Visit Pancha Bhoothasthalam Temples
- Visit Navagraha Temple
- Visit world second longest Marina Beach and Temples
Tour Itinerary
Day 01: Chennai – Thiruthani (90km / 2hr) - Tirupati (Approx 100km/2hr)
Arrive at Chennai Airport, meet our representative and directly proceed to Thiruthani Murugan Temple, it is one of the Aarupadaiveedu (the six holy adobes of Lord Murugan) which is situated on a hill of Thiruthani. The hill has 365 steps indicating 365 days of the year. Later proceed to Tirupati, which is a temple town known for the famous ancient temple of Lord Venkateswara. It is one of the holiest places for Hindus and second richest in the world and visit Tirupathi SriVenkateswara Temple, the ancient and sacred temple located on the seventh peak called Venkatachala of the Tirupati Hill and lies on the Southern banks of Sri Swami PushKarin River. Overnight stay is at Tirupati.
Day 02: Tirupati – Kalahasti (Approx 150km/3hr) – Kanchipuram
After breakfast proceed to Kalahasthi, is a temple dedicated to Lord Siva, and is famous throughout Andhra as a sacred place and a place of pilgrimage. The Shri Kalahasti temple is also associated with Rahu and Ketu. Later proceed to Kanchipuram, there are 1008 temple built by the ancient ruler and it is known as temple city of India. It is one of the 7 sacred cities of India and visit Kanchi Kamakshi Amman Temple is a famous temple dedicated to Kamakshi(one of the forms of the goddess Parvati), Ekambareswarar Temple which is one of the five major Shiva temples or Pancha Bootha Sthalam. Overnight stay is at Kanchipuram.
Day 03: Kanchipuram – Tiruvannamalai (Approx 100km/2hr) – Pondicherry (Approx 150km/2.5hr)
After breakfast proceed Thiruvannamalai and visit to Annamalai Eswarer Temple dedicated to Lord Siva. Tiruvannamalai has been the abode of Siddhars. The earth is formed by five basic elements namely land, water, fire, air and ether. Our ancestors called them "Pancha Boothas" and associated them with five sacred places for worshipping Lord Siva. The center of these five elements fire is identified with Thiruvannamalai. Later proceed to Pondicherry, “The Capital of the French Colonies in India” since the 17th century and visit the Aurobindo Ashram, Auroville and Pondi Beach. Overnight stay is at Pondicherry.
Day 04: Pondicherry - Chidambaram (Approx 80km/1.5hr) – Vaitheeswarankoil -Kumbakonam (Approx 90km/2.5hr)
After breakfast proceed to Chidambaram also called as Thillai, is known us Nataraj Temple a Cosmic Dancer which has the famous Nataraja temple with the root of the sanctum-sanctorum covered with golden plates is located in the centre of the town covering an area of 40 acres which is one the Panchabootha Sthala, dedicated Lord Siva. This is one of the very few temples where Lord Siva and Lord Vishnu are enshrined under one roof. Later proceed to Vaitheeswarankoil and Kumbakonam to visit Navagraha temple. Overnight stay is at Kumbakonam.
Day 05: Kumbakonam
After breakfast proceed to visit the Navagraha temple. Overnight stay is at Kumbakonam.
Day 06: Kumbakonam – Swamimalai – Pillaiyarpatti - Rameshwaram (Approx 290km/5hr)
After breakfast proceed to visit to Swamimalai Murugan temple, it is one of the Aarupadaiveedu and proceed to Pillayarpatti to visit Karpaga Vinayagar Temple. Later proceed to Rameshwaram, the holy island in the Gulf of Mannar is a major pilgrim centre of the country. Rama sanctified this place by worshipping Lord Shiva after the war against Ravana of Sri Lanka and this temple is known for 21 Theertham and upon arrival Bathe in 21 Sacred Wells and visit Ramanathaswamy Temple. Overnight stay is at Rameshwaram.
Day 07: Rameshwaram – Thiruchendur (Approx 260km/4.5hr)
After breakfast proceed to Thiruchendur and visit Tiruchendur Murugan Temple. Overnight stay is at Thiruchendur.
Day 08: Thiruchendur - Kanyakumari (Approx 120km / 2hr)
After breakfast proceed to Kanyakumari which is formerly known as “Cape Comorin”. Kanyakumari is located at the southernmost tip of the India and visit to Kanya Devi Amman Temple which is located on the seashore in the youthful form of the primeval energy and Vivekananda Rock, Gandhi Mandapam, Tiruvalluvar Statue. Overnight stay is at Kanyakumari.
Day 09: Kanyakumari – Madurai (Approx 300km / 4.5hr)
After breakfast proceed to Madurai, which is the oldest existing city in the India and visit Madurai Meenakshi Amman Temple, it is a temple dedicated to both Meenakshi, the consort of Lord Siva, and Sundhareswarar dedicated to Lord Shiva. The temple has 12 gopuram and is spread over an area 65000 sq.mts and Thiruparankundram, Pazhamudhir cholai Temple. Overnight stay is at Madurai.
Day 10: Madurai - Palani (Approx 150km/2.5km)
After breakfast proceed to Palani, it is the most important shrines of Lord Muruga. The temple is on top of a hillock and can be reached by 690 steps. Overnight stay is at Palani.
Day 11: Palani - Trichy (Approx 190km/3hr)
After breakfast proceed to Trichy which is situated on the banks of Kaveri River is a blend of history and tradition as well as pilgrim centre. Trichy is a dominating center city of Tamil Nadu with magnificent fort and temples. Later visit one of the famous landmark of Trichy, Rockfort with Ganesh temple on the top of hill as known as Uchi Pillaiyar temple with 83m high rock, it is one of the oldest in the world. Then you will visit SriRanganathaswamy Temple at Sri Rangam, a temple dedicated to Lord Vishnu. Overnight stay is at Trichy.
Day 12: Trichy - Samayapuram (Approx370km/5hr) – Melmaruvathur (Approx 150km/2hr) - Chennai (Approx120km/2hr)
After breakfast proceed to visit Samayapuram Mariamman temple and Melmaruvathur Adhi Parasakthi temple, dedicated to Goddess Parvati. Later proceed to Chennai and visit Mylapore Kabaleeswarar Temple, Anna Memorial, M.G.R. Memorial and Marina Beach. Overnight stay is at Chennai.
Day 13: Chennai
After breakfast full day free for Shopping and own independent activities. . Overnight stay is at Chennai.
Day 14: Chennai Airport Drop
After breakfast, based on your flight timing you will be drop in Air port. Leave our country carrying with you magical memories of our tour.
Important Information
Hotel Detail:
- The Hotels used are normally First Class Hotel ranging in the 3 Star Category. Even we also provide optional hotels which you can choose to enhances based on your budget.
- Hotel accommodation is on Double Sharing Basis.
- Daily Buffet / Fixed Menu Breakfast as per Plan mentioned in the Package.
- The Hotels are subject to availability. In case of unavailability in the mentioned Hotels, alternate accommodation will be arranged in a similar category Hotel.
- Standard Check-in at 12.00 Noon & Check-out at 09.00AM. But for some Hotels, Check-in & Check-out at10.00, 11.00 AM or 12.00 or 01.00 Noon it depends upon the Hotel rule. Kindly coordinate.
- Non AC Rooms are provided in Hill Stations due to low temperature.
Transportation Details:
- All Transfers and Sightseeing by Air-condition Private Transport as per the itinerary.
- Transportation for entire round: (02 -03pax) Etios or Indigo/ (04 – 05pax) Innova/ (06 – 12pax) Tempo Traveller or similar for all categories as per the itinerary. Vehicle is as per the itinerary and not on disposal basis.
- Guests have to coordinate with the Driver and Guide, to leave the Hotel on time so as to ensure that the sightseeing locations have reached on time.
- All Toll, Parking, Permit, Driver Allowance, Fuel Cost and Transportation Tax.
Notes:
- Our Company Terms and Conditions apply.
- All sightseeing is subject to Weather and Political Conditions in the Destination.
- Do carry comfortable walking shoes.
- It is mandatory to carry a valid photo identity card (Passport / Driving License / Voter ID card).
- Shopping would be on your own arrangements.
Packages Exclude
- Any Meals/ en-route Meals not mentioned in the itinerary.
- Cost due to upgrading or changing hotels, Room type, category etc. and late check out, if any.
- Any entry fees for Monuments, Tourist Places, Temple, Monasteries, Gardens, Plantation, Park, Sanctuary, Forest, Rides, Safaris, Boating, Rafting, Skiing, Skating, Cable Car / Ropeway Rides, Helicopter Rides, additional sightseeing tours/ excursions not included in the itinerary.
- Porter age at Hotels and Airports, Insurance, Tips, Room Service, Laundry, Mineral Water, Alcoholic or Non Alcoholic Beverages, Phone Calls, Room Heaters, Video Camera, Still, Personal Nature viz etc.
- Package does not include fees for any Pooja/ Dharsan/ Aarthi, Gurusamy, Pooja Material etc.
- Expense caused by factors beyond our control like Rail and Flight Delays, Roadblocks, and Vehicle Mal-Functions, Political Disturbances, Strike etc.
- Air, Rail or Surface fare from / to your originating city of stay, unless specified.
- Supplement charges applicable for Long weekends and Festivals. Compulsory Gala Dinner will be charged extra for Christmas and New Year Eve.
- Any item or service not specifically mentioned in "Inclusions" column.
- Govt. Service Tax of 3.09 % .