Duration: 11 Nights / 12 Days
Places to Visit: Chennai - Kanchipuram - Mahabalipuram - Pondicherry - Chidambaram - Velankanni - Tanjore - Trichy - Madurai - Rameshwaram - Kanyakumari - Trivandrum

Day 01: Chennai
After check in at the hotel, and freshening up, begin a sightseeing tour of the numerous temples in Chennai that primarily includes the Kapaleeswarar temple, Marundeeswarar Temple and the Parthasarathy Temple. You can also visit the Fort Museum, Santhome Church and National Art Gallery along the way. Return to the hotel for overnight stay. This marks the first day of the Temple Tour of South India with India Tour Guides

Day 02: Kanchipuram / Mahabalipuram
A drive from Chennai to Kanchipuram is a worth the time and effort. Embark on a fascinating sightseeing tour of Kanchipuram- the land of ancient heritage and thousand temples. Temples to be seen in Kanchipuram include the Kailasanatha Temple, Vaikunda Perumal Temple, Varatharaja Temple and Ekambareswara Temple. In the evening, head out to Mahabalipuram. There will be an overnight stay at the hotel in Mahabalipuram.

Day 03: Mahabalipuram
On Day three of the Temple Tour of South India, wake up feeling refreshed after a good night's sleep and head out towards the temple in Mahabalipuram that is only remaining shore temple India. Feel yourself going back in time as you explore the glorious temple. Spend the afternoon touring the temple complex, taking in the detailed architecture. In the evening, go out on the beach and do some shopping. Return to the hotel for overnight stay.

Day 04: Pondicherry
A visit to Pondicherry would entail a totally different ambience that is hard to find anywhere in India. Visit the Aurobindo Ashram and Auroville where you will discover how yoga and meditation are changing the lives of people everyday. The various temples to be seen in Pondicherry are the Varadraja temple, Manakula Vinayagar temple, Sri Vedapureeswarar temple,
Kamatchiammalle temple and Varadarajaperumal temple and the Gokilambal Thirukameswarar temple. Overnight stay at a hotel in Pondicherry.

Day 05: Chidambaram
Chidamabaram is a delight for temple lovers as it is replete with famous temples. Start your day by visiting the famous Shiva temple that is the resting place of the Nataraja statue. Also visit the Sarangapani Temple, Kumbeswarar Temple, Brahma Temple, Nageswarar Temple and Swamimalai Temple. Overnight stay at a hotel in Chidamabaram.

Day 06: Velankanni
The next temple city on the itinerary is Velankanni where you can pray at the famous Arokkiya Madha Church. Overnight stay at the hotel in Velankanni.

Day 07: Tanjore / Trichy
Head out towards Tanjore to witness the royal Brahadeeswara temple, Nandi (Bull)) and the Royal Palace complex. Later in the afternoon, when we reach Trichy, the sightseeing tour will include Lord Robert Clive's house, Srirangam Temple, Rock-Fort Temple and Ganapati Temple. Overnight stay at the hotel.

Day 08: Madurai
When you reach Madurai, the first stop on the day's itinerary will undoubtedly be the world famous Meenakshiamman temple. Spend the your day exploring the beautiful temple with its intricate art work and designs. There will also be visits to the Thirumalai Nayak's Palace and Gandhi Museum. Overnight stay at a hotel in Madurai.

Day 09: Rameshwaram
The ninth day of the temple tour will see you reaching Rameshwar, one of the most holiest places for pilgrimage in south India, and a place without visiting which, attaining Moksha is impossible. Rameshwaram is dominated by the famous Rameshwaram Temple is dedicated to Lord Shiva that sees hordes of devotes each day. Other temples that you will get to see in Rameshwar are the Ramanatha Swamy Temple, Ramjharoka temple and Kothandaramaswamy Temple. Overnight stay at a hotel in Rameshwar.

Day 10: Kanyakumari
Kanyakumari that overlooks the unison of three mighty water bodies - Arabian Sea, Indian Ocean and the Bay of Bengal is considered holy by many. Tour itinerary on the tenth day will include a dip in the holy water and visits to the Vivekananda Rock Memorial, Gandhi Mandapam and the Kanyakumari Templeand the Suchindram Temple. Spend the evening walking along the
virgin beaches and soaking up the serene atmosphere. Overnight stay at a hotel.

Day 11: Trivandrum
Drive down to Trivandrum and enjoy your last day of the temple tour by visiting the Padmanabhaswamy Temple, Aruvipuram Siva Temple Janardhan Swamy Temple Sree Parasurama Temple Sree Kanteswaram Temple and Ganapati Temple. Post lunch, you can also
visit Napier Museum and Chitra Art Gallery. Overnight stay at the hotel in Trivandrum.

Day 12: Departure
Count your blessings and bid adieu to Trivandrum as board a flight for your next destination or for back home.

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