Tamil Nadu’s Temple Trail – 10 Nights - 11 Days
Chennai – Mahabalipuram – Tanjore- Madurai- Kanyakumari- Trivandrum
Details of This Tour
Duration: 11 days
Price On Request
Overview & Tour At Glance
Detailed Itinerary
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The southern state of Tamil Nadu is known for its Dravidian history, heritage, glorious temples, hill stations, and beaches.
Its capital Chennai—a hub for commerce and education—is the face of modern India.
However, one of the biggest attractions of the state is the glorious temples that date back hundreds of years—4 of them are recognized as UNESCO World Heritage Sites.
This tour is designed for those who are interested in ancient heritage, temples, history, and artistic glory. Resplendent Travel offers you an exclusive 10-night itinerary that covers the best of what the state has to offer.
We take you on a personalized Temple Trail that covers the Great Living Chola Temples (Thanjavur, Cholapuram, and Darasuram), and temple towns of Madurai, Mahabalipuram, and Kanyakumari.
Resplendent Travel’s luxury tour is characterized by cozy stays at leading accommodations, 24/7 guidance and support, and a range of meticulously curated bespoke experiences.
Itinerary at a Glance
01
Day
Arrival in Chennai. Start of Tour
02
Day
Mahabalipuram | “Descent of the Ganges”
03
Day
Mahabalipuram | Pallava Dynasty Treasures
04
Day
Tanjore | Great Living Chola Temples
05
Day
Tanjore | Temple Trail
06
Day
Madurai | Cultural Capital of Tamil Nadu
07
Day
Madurai | Meenakshi Amman and Other Temples
08
Day
Kanyakumari | Southernmost Tip of India
09
Day
Kanyakumari | Where the Beach Meets the Temples
10
Day
Trivandrum | God’s Own Country Kerala
11
Day
Flying out from Trivandrum | End of Tour
Itineraries
01
Day
Arrival
On arrival in Chennai (the capital of Tamil Nadu), you’ll be greeted by Resplendent Travel representative and transported to your accommodation.
02
Day
Mahabalipuram | “Descent of the Ganges”
The ancient Temple Town of Mahabalipuram (UNESCO World Heritage Site – 1.5 hours from Chennai) was a hub of the Pallava Dynasty in the 8th century AD.
Visit the “Group of Monuments” featuring the world-famous open-air rock relief, the “Descent of Ganges” and the “Shore Temple.”
03
Day
Mahabalipuram | Pallava Dynasty Treasures
Other attractions in Mahabalipuram: Krishna’s Butter Ball (rock), Five Rathas (temples), Varaha Cave, Krishna Mandapam, and the lovely beach.
04
Day
Tanjore | Great Living Chola Temples
Your next stop after Mahabalipuram is Tanjore (5 hours drive).
Also known as Thanjavur and Thanjai, is the site of most of the Great Living Chola Temples (UNESCO World Heritage Sites) including the legendary Brihadeeswara Temple.
05
Day
Tanjore | Temple Trail
It’s Temples Galore in Tanjore: Brihadeeswara Temple, Bangaru Kamakshi Amman Temple, Shri Mariamman Kovil Punnainallur, Arulmigu Swamimalai Swaminatha Swamy Temple and Thanjavur Big Temple.
06
Day
Madurai | Cultural Capital of Tamil Nadu
Regarded as the cultural capital of Tamil Nadu, Madurai is one of India’s oldest towns with a history that goes back 2500 years.
Its biggest cultural and spiritual attraction is the Meenakshi Amman Temple, regarded as one of the greatest destinations of the Hindu faith. Visiting this temple once in your life is considered an integral part of the faith.
07
Day
Madurai | Meenakshi Amman and Other Temples
Other attractions to explore in Madurai the next day are Shri Koodal Azhagar Temple, Vandiyur Mariamman Teepakulam, Pazhamudhircholai Murgugan Temple, and St. Mary’s Cathedral.
08
Day
Kanyakumari | Southernmost Tip of India
Relax at the Kanyakumari Beach. Visit the Vivekananda Rock Memorial and the Thiruvalluvar Statue.
Pay respect at the Kanyakumari Goddess Temple. Take ferry rides between the town and Vivekananda Rock Memorial.
Witness glorious sunrises and sunsets at its unique viewing points at the coast.
09
Day
Kanyakumari | Where the Beach Meets the Temples
You will end your tour with a beachy vacation at Trivandrum, capital of God’s Own Country Kerala.
Also known as Thiruvanathapuram, “the Evergreen City of India” is famous for its beaches, Padmabhaswamy Temple and retail attractions.
10
Day
Trivandrum | In God’s Own Country Kerala
You will end your tour with a beachy vacation at Trivandrum, capital of God’s Own Country Kerala.
Also known as Thiruvanathapuram, “the Evergreen City of India” is famous for its beaches, Padmabhaswamy Temple and retail attractions.
11
Day
Flying out from Trivandrum. End of Tour.
You will end your tour with a beachy vacation at Trivandrum, capital of God’s Own Country Kerala.
Also known as Thiruvanathapuram, “the Evergreen City of India” is famous for its beaches, Padmabhaswamy Temple and retail attractions.
