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Temples of Tamil Nadu, Chennai · Mahabalipuram · Madurai · Rameswaram

Culture Tours · Chennai · Mahabalipuram · Madurai · Rameswaram

Temples of Tamil Nadu

Living temples and Dravidian masterpieces

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Duration
7 days
Experience
Culture Tours
Destination
South India
Season
Oct – Mar
Pace
Easy
Begins in
Chennai
Stay
Boutique stays
Activity level
2/5
Group
Small group · private from 2

The journey

A cultural journey through UNESCO shore temples, the great Chola temple of Thanjavur, Madurai's towering Meenakshi temple and the sea bridge to Rameswaram.

  • Meenakshi temple night ceremony
  • Shore temple at Mahabalipuram
  • Brihadeeswarar temple, Thanjavur
  • Pamban bridge & Dhanushkodi

Day by day

  1. D1

    Chennai → Mahabalipuram

    Shore temple and Pancha Rathas.

  2. D2

    Pondicherry

    French quarter and Auroville.

  3. D3

    Thanjavur

    The Big Temple and Chettinad mansions.

  4. D4

    Madurai

    Meenakshi temple and night ceremony.

  5. D5

    Rameswaram

    Pamban bridge and Ramanathaswamy corridors.

  6. D6

    Dhanushkodi → Madurai

    The ghost town at Land's End.

  7. D7

    Depart

    Transfer to Madurai airport.

Where you'll stay

Boutique stays. Hand-picked camps, lodges and boutique hotels, chosen for their setting and their welcome.

What's included

  • Hotels on twin sharing
  • Daily breakfast
  • Private / group transport as listed
  • Sightseeing with local guides
  • Flights & trains to start point
  • Lunch & dinner unless mentioned
  • Monument entry fees
  • Travel insurance

Safety & good to know

  • Each day begins with a briefing on the route, weather and what to carry.
  • Local guides who know the terrain walk with you throughout.
  • Permits and transfers are arranged before you arrive.
  • Your trip planner sends a packing list and preparation advice before you travel.

Questions

Can we take this journey privately?

Yes — on your dates, for your party alone, from two travellers. Your trip planner can adjust the pace, stays and route.

Are the dates fixed?

The dates shown are suggested start dates. Your trip planner confirms availability, or arranges a private departure.

How do we pay?

Once your journey is confirmed, your trip planner shares a secure payment link and the terms for your itinerary.

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