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South India Temple Tour from Ahmedabad
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South India Temple Tour Packages from Delhi
Tour Overview
India is a country of diverse religions and faiths. There are historical and religious tales to be found all around our nation, every temple has a specific history and significance. The pilgrimage sites around the country are always seen crowded with thousands of devotees and South Indian temples are one of the most revered pilgrimage sites in India. Therefore, we have created a 12 day tour package from Delhi to South India temples which includes accommodation with basic necessary amenities, meals, transfers and a dedicated tour guide.
Tour at a Glance
Duration
12 Days / 11 Nights
Start / End
Delhi / Delhi
Tour Style
Private / Customisable
Stay
Selected hotel category
Meals
As per confirmed plan
Tour Type
Pilgrimage Tour
Transport
Private vehicle
Route
Delhi → Chennai → Kanchipuram → Mahabalipuram → Pondicherry → Thanjavur → Trichy → Madurai → Rameshwaram → Kanyakumari → Delhi
Best Season
Nov-Feb Peak Mar-Apr Good May-Oct Off Season
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Brief Tour Program
| Day | Tour Program | Distance / Time | Major Highlight / Sightseeing | Meals | Overnight |
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| 01 | Delhi to Chennai | Flight / transfer | Delhi, Chennai, Chennai: local landmarks | Dinner | Chennai |
| 02 | Chennai to Kanchipuram | Approx. 90 km / 1.7 hrs | Chennai, Kanchipuram, Sacred temple darshan | Breakfast & Dinner | Kanchipuram |
| 03 | Kanchipuram Excursion | Local / 4–8 hrs | Kanchipuram, Sacred temple darshan, Kanchipuram: Ekambareswarar Temple | Breakfast & Dinner | Kanchipuram |
| 04 | Kanchipuram to Mahabalipuram | Approx. 75 km / 1.4 hrs | Kanchipuram, Mahabalipuram, Sacred temple darshan | Breakfast & Dinner | Mahabalipuram |
| 05 | Mahabalipuram to Pondicherry | Road / transfer time varies | Mahabalipuram, Pondicherry, Mahabalipuram: Shore Temple | Breakfast & Dinner | Pondicherry |
| 06 | Pondicherry to Thanjavur | Road / transfer time varies | Pondicherry, Thanjavur, Sacred temple darshan | Breakfast & Dinner | Thanjavur |
| 07 | Thanjavur to Trichy | Road / transfer time varies | Thanjavur, Trichy, Sacred temple darshan | Breakfast & Dinner | Trichy |
| 08 | Trichy to Madurai | Road / transfer time varies | Trichy, Madurai, Sacred temple darshan | Breakfast & Dinner | Madurai |
| 09 | Madurai to Rameshwaram | Approx. 190 km / 3.7 hrs | Madurai, Rameshwaram, Sacred temple darshan | Breakfast & Dinner | Rameshwaram |
| 10 | Rameshwaram Leisure & Exploration | Local / 4–8 hrs | Rameshwaram, Sacred temple darshan, Kanchipuram: Ekambareswarar Temple | Breakfast & Dinner | Rameshwaram |
| 11 | Rameshwaram to Kanyakumari | Approx. 300 km / 5.8 hrs | Rameshwaram, Kanyakumari, Chennai: local landmarks | Breakfast & Dinner | Kanyakumari |
| 12 | Kanyakumari to Delhi | Flight / transfer | Delhi, Kanyakumari | Breakfast | Tour Ends |
Day-by-Day Itinerary
Day 1
Delhi to Chennai
Top Attractions Chennai, Delhi
Delhi to Chennai
Top Attractions Chennai, Delhi
Start your spiritual journey from Delhi airport. Board the flight to Chennai. It usually takes 3 hours to reach Chennai from Delhi by air. Once you arrive in Chennai, one of our representatives will pick you from the airport and get you checked-in to the hotel we have booked for you. You will be staying at the hotel in Chennai overnight.
Overnight in Delhi to Chennai
Day 2
Chennai - Tirupati - Chennai
Top Attractions Andhra Pradesh, Tirupati
Chennai - Tirupati - Chennai
Top Attractions Andhra Pradesh, Tirupati
After having breakfast at the hotel, you will head for Tirupati temple Darshan located in Andhra Pradesh. It will take 3 to 4 hours to reach Tirupati. Once there, you will visit some of the famous temples in Tirupati like Sri Padmavathi Temple, Sri Kalahasteeswara Temple, Sri Kodandaramaswami Temple, Kalyana Venkateswara Swamy Temple, Govindaraja Swamy Temple and Kapila Theertham. After Darshan at all the temples you will travel back to your hotel in Chennai and stay for the night.
Breakfast
Overnight in Chennai
Day 3
Chennai - Kanchipuram - Mamallapuram
Top Attractions Mamallapuram, Kanchipuram
Chennai - Kanchipuram - Mamallapuram
Top Attractions Mamallapuram, Kanchipuram
Today you will leave for Mamallapuram and will stop at Kanchipuram enroute. After sightseeing at the temples in Kanchipuram, you will head towards Mamallapuram also known as Mahabalipuram. You will check-in to the hotel once reached. Take some rest and go out exploring Mamallapuram. You will visit Shore Temple and Krishna Mandapam. Later you will travel back to your hotel and stay there for the night.
Day 4
Mamallapuram - Tiruvannamalai - Pondicherry
Top Attractions Post, Visit Arunachala
Mamallapuram - Tiruvannamalai - Pondicherry
Top Attractions Post, Visit Arunachala
Post breakfast, you will travel to Tiruvannamalai. Visit Arunachala temple dedicated to Lord Shiva and offer prayers. After exploring, you will travel towards Puducherry. Check-in to the hotel where you will stay overnight.
Breakfast
Overnight in Pondicherry
Day 5
Exploring Puducherry
Top Attractions Pondicherry, French Colonial
Exploring Puducherry
Top Attractions Pondicherry, French Colonial
Today will be spent exploring the French Colonial settlement, Puducherry which is a Union Territory of India. Visit Sri Aurobindo ashram, Church of the Sacred Heart Jesus, the Sacre Coeur Church and Pondicherry Museum. You will also visit Manakula Vinayagar Koil Temple which is dedicated to Lord Ganesha. Afterwards, head back to your hotel for dinner and a relaxing night.
Dinner
Day 6
Puducherry - Chidambaram - Thanjavur
Top Attractions Thanjavur, Today’s
Puducherry - Chidambaram - Thanjavur
Top Attractions Thanjavur, Today’s
Today’s destination will be Thanjavur, earlier known as Tanjore. The journey is about 5 hours long. You will be stopping over at Chidambaram for a quick excursion. Visit the Nataraja temple which is solely dedicated to the cosmic dancing form of Lord Shiva i.e Nataraja and signifies the art of Bharatanatyam. After that continue the journey further to Thanjavur. Once arrived, check-in and stay for the night.
Overnight in Thanjavur
Day 7
Thanjavur - Tiruchirappalli (Trichy)
Top Attractions Thanjavur, Visit Brihadeeswara
Thanjavur - Tiruchirappalli (Trichy)
Top Attractions Thanjavur, Visit Brihadeeswara
Visit Brihadeeswara temple in Thanjavur which is a UNESCO world heritage site and is said to be one of the oldest temples dedicated to Lord Shiva. After Darshan you will head to Trichy and check in to the hotel there. You can enjoy the evening strolling around at nearby places or markets. Stay overnight at the hotel.
Overnight in Tiruchirappalli (Trichy)
Day 8
Trichy to Madurai
Top Attractions Madurai, Srirangam
Trichy to Madurai
Top Attractions Madurai, Srirangam
You will start your journey after breakfast at the hotel. The first stop will be Srirangam located on an island. Visit Sri Ranganathaswamy temple surrounded by the river Kaveri. Next you'll visit the famous landmark of Trichy which is the Rock Fort. Lastly, you will travel to Madurai. Check-in to the hotel and stay for the night.
Breakfast
Overnight in Trichy to Madurai
Day 9
Exploring Madurai
Top Attractions Madurai, Post
Exploring Madurai
Top Attractions Madurai, Post
Post breakfast, explore the sacred town of Madurai located on the bank of river Vaigai.Visit Meenakshi Amman templewhich is dedicated to Goddess Parvati and Lord Shiva. You will attend the evening ceremony at the temple and seek blessings from the divine. After sightseeing and temple visit, you will head back to your hotel in Madurai for an overnight stay.
Breakfast
Overnight in Exploring Madurai
Day 10
Madurai to Kanyakumari
Top Attractions Kanyakumari, Once
Madurai to Kanyakumari
Top Attractions Kanyakumari, Once
You will leave for the southernmost tip of India, Kanyakumari, today. The journey is about 4 to 5 hours long. Once you reach, visit Swami Vivekananda’s memorial, Kumari Amman Temple and Thiruvalluvar Statue. Once you finish exploring and visiting all the key attractions, you will be staying at the hotel in Kanyakumari itself for the night.
Day 11
Kanyakumari - Trivandrum
Top Attractions Trivandrum, Once
Kanyakumari - Trivandrum
Top Attractions Trivandrum, Once
In the morning after having your breakfast you will travel to Trivandrum which is a 3 - 4 hours long ride. Once there, check in at the hotel and take some rest. After relaxing a little, you will visit Padmanabha Swamy temple dedicated to Lord Vishnu and also visit Napier Museum. After sightseeing, you will head back to your hotel and stay overnight.
Breakfast
Overnight in Trivandrum
Day 12
Departure from Trivandrum
Top Attractions Delhi, South Indian
Departure from Trivandrum
Top Attractions Delhi, South Indian
This will be the final day of your South Indian pilgrimage tour. You will check-out and will be dropped at the airport. You can then fly back to Delhi or your native place with beautiful memories.
Inclusions & Exclusions
Included
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Pick-up & Drop-off Assistance Seamless transportation to and from your designated location.
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Transport AC vehicle for the entire route with comfortable options like Sedan, SUV, Van, or Traveller.
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Sightseeing All tourist spots mentioned in the itinerary.
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Transfers Airport, railway station, or bus stand pick-up & drop.
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Driver Experienced and knowledgeable about all routes and destinations.
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Taxes & Allowances Toll taxes, parking, permits, and driver allowance included.
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Accommodation Night stay in your choice of 2-star, 3-star, 4-star, or 5-star hotels.
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Meals Veg breakfast at the hotel.
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Water Bottles Packaged drinking water on board (1 bottle).
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Guided Tours Knowledgeable English-speaking guides in Agra & Jaipur.
Excluded
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Airfare / Train Fare Domestic and international travel not included.
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VISA Fees Not included.
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Entry Tickets Monuments, museums, darshan, pooja, or activity charges.
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Insurance Medical and travel insurance not included.
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Meals & Drinks Anything beyond the included breakfast.
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Camera Fees Charges for still/video cameras at tourist attractions.
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Others Not Mentioned Anything not listed under inclusions.
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Special Ride Rickshaw ride in Chandni Chowk, Old Delhi.
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GST 5% GST applicable on the total billing amount.
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Local Transport Charges Costs for tuk-tuk, auto, rickshaw, cable car, porter, etc. (Our vehicle operates only up to permitted parking/designated points; guests cover beyond that.).
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