South India Temple Tour | Travels in Rameshwaram

Temples Tour of South

8 days, 7 Nights Madurai , India

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Hotel
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Madurai is an energetic, ancient city on the Vaigai River in South Indian state Tamil Nadu. Its skyline is dominated by the 14 colorful gopurams (gateway towers) of Meenakshi Amman Temple. Covered in bright carvings of Hindu Gods, the Dravidian style temple is a major pilgrimage site. Millions attend the processions and ceremonies of April’s Chithirai Festival celebrating Meenakshi and Lord Vishnu.

Rameswaram is a town on Pamban Island, in the southeast Indian State of Tamil Nadu. Its known for Ramanathaswamy Temple, a Hindu pilgrimage site with ornate corridors, huge sculpted pillars and sacred water tanks. Devotees bathe in the waters of Agni Theertham, off the beach east of the temple. Gandamadana Parvatham is hill with island views. A chakra (wheel) here is said to bear an imprint of Lord Rama’s feet.

According to the Ramayana, Rama is described to have built a bridge from the vicinity of this town across the sea to Lanka to rescue his wife Sita from her abductor Ravana. The temple, dedicated to the Hindu god Shiva, is at the centre of the town and is closely associated with Rama and Shiva. The Temple and town are considered a holy pilgrimage site for Shaivas and Vaishnavas.

Pondicherry or Puducherry, a French colonial settlement in India until 1954, is now a Union Territory town bounded by the southern east Tamil Nadu state. Its French legacy is preserved in its French Quarter, with tree-lined streets, mustard colored colonial villas and chic boutiques. A seaside promenade runs along the bay of Bengal and passes several statues, including a 4km high Gandhi Memorial.

The city is separated into two quarters known as French Quarter and the India Quarter. The French Quarter is characterized by building of typical colonial architecture and the latter boast of ancient Tamil style and designs. The strategic location, awe-inspiring natural beauty, coupled with its French past and cultural heritage make Pondicherry a major tourist destination. Pondicherry is also famous for its serene beaches. Hotel De Vile, French War Memorial, Puducherry Museum, Aayi Mandapam, Auroville Ashram, Sri Aurobindo Ashram, Promenade, Chunnambar Resort, Old Light House, Romaine Rolland Library are some of the major places to visit in Pondicherry.

Chennai or Madras as it was called before, on the Coromandel Coast, is the capital city of Tamil Nadu, a state of the Indian Sub Continent. It is a major industrial, commercial, cultural, economic and educational centre of the Southern India. Chennai City is the sixth largest populated in Indian cities. It is known as the “Detroit of India” because many automobile industries are located here.

The city is famous for its beaches, museums, parks, and several historical places around the city. The major tourist places in Chennai including Marina Beach, Govt. Museum, Parthasarathy Temple, Kapaleeswaraa Temple, San Thome Cathedral etc. there are several other attractions in the vicinity of Chennai like Elliot Beach, VGP Golden Beach, Mahabalipuram, Pulicat Lake, Muttukadu etc. Kanchipuram, the famous historical & pilgrimage town is situated close to chennai.

Tirupati is a city in the Indian State of Andhra Pradesh. Its Sri Venkateswara Temple sits atop one of the 7 peaks of Tirumala Hills, attracting scores of Hindu pilgrims. Sri Venkateswara National Park, home to the temple also contain the Sri Venkateswara Zoological Park with lions and primates. Nearby, next to a water fall and cave believed to be sacred. Sri Kapileswara Swamy Temple is dedicated to lord Shiva.

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Price Includes: 5 Hotel(s), 17 Sightseeing, Only Breakfast, Airport Transfers, Train Station Transfers

Day 1

Madurai Arrival & Sightseeing

On your arrival at Madurai, an SOS Travel house representative will meet you at the Airport /railway station/ bus station and arrange your transfers to a hotel in Madurai. Check-in at the hotel. later go for sightseeing, including a visit to the famous Meenakshi Amman temple, Vaigai Dam, Thirumalai Nayak Mahal, Gandhi Museum & Tiruparakkundram temple, etc. Overnight stay at a hotel in Madurai. Read More

Sight Seeing Included:

Gandhi Museum , Meenakshi Amman Temple , Thirumalai Nayakar Mahal , Vaigai Dam

Hotel JC Residency /Poppys Hotel / similar

Room Included : Double Room

Meals at hotel: CP included only

Day 2

Madurai – Rameshwaram (approx 190 Kms / 3-4 Hrs) & Sightseeing & Temple visit

After taking an early breakfast, proceed to Rameshwaram, you will be going to the Agni Theertham, Madhana Parvathi Temple, the Pamban Bridge, and Ramanandha Swamy Temple, as part of the sightseeing tour of Rameshwaram. Overnight stay at Hotel in Rameshwaram. Read More

Sight Seeing Included:

Agnitheertham , Madhana Parvathi Temple , Pamban Bridge , Ramanandha Swamy Temple

- Breakfast

Daiwik Hotel / similar

Room Included : Double Room

Meals at hotel: CP included only

Day 3

Rameshwaram – Dhanushkodi, Sightseeing & Temple visit

After breakfast, proceed for sightseeing at Rameshwaram, you would visit the town of Dhanushkodi, which is believed to be the point where Hanuman ji on the instruction of Lord Shree Ram built the ram setu – the bridge to Lanka. Also, you will be at RamjharokaTemple and Adam's Bridge. Back to hotel and overnight stay in hotel at Rameshwaram. Read More

Sight Seeing Included:

Adam's Bridge , Dhanushkodi Temple and Beach , Ramjharoka Temple

- Breakfast

Daiwik Hotel / similar

Room Included : Double Room

Meals at hotel: CP included only

Day 4

Rameshwaram to Pondicherry (approx 450Kms / 8-9 Hrs)

Morning after breakfast check out from the hotel & proceed to Pondicherry. Evening upon arrival check-in to the hotel. Rest of the day. Overnight stay in Pondicherry hotel. Read More

- Breakfast

Hotel Atithi Grand / similar

Room Included : Double Room

Meals at hotel: CP included only

Day 5

Pondicherry Sightseeing & Temple visit

After breakfast leave for Pondicherry Sightseeing places which include a visit to Auroville ( city of dawn), Sri Aurobindo Ashram, French War Memorial, 4-meter-high Mahatma Gandhi Statue, Paradise Beach, Promenade Beach, etc. Overnight stay in a hotel at Pondicherry. Read More

Sight Seeing Included:

Auroville, Pondicherry , Paradise Beach , Sri Aurobindo Ashram , Sri Manakula Vinayagar Temple

- Breakfast

Hotel Atithi Grand / similar

Room Included : Double Room

Meals at hotel: CP included only

Day 6

Pondicherry – Chennai (approx 170Kms / 3-4 Hrs) & Sightseeing

Check out from the hotel and after breakfast, travel to Chennai. On arrival at check-in to the hotel. Afternoon sightseeing in Chennai will include Marina Beach, Sojourn Fort, St. George, Fort Museum, St Mary’s Church, and Kapaleeshwarar Temple overnight stay at a hotel in Chennai. Read More

Sight Seeing Included:

Marina Beach , St. George Fort

- Breakfast

Hotel JP Chennai / similar

Room Included : Double Room

Meals at hotel: CP included only

Day 7

Chennai – Tirupati (approx 150Kms/3-4 Hrs)

After morning breakfast, check out from the hotel and drive to Tirupati. On reaching Tirupati, proceed for Darshan’s at the famous Tirupati Bala ji Temple. This Hindu temple site is considered to be one of the most sacred across the world. Millions of devotees throng this site each year. The practice of donating one’s hair is believed to attain the highest level of spirituality. Overnight stay at a hotel in Tirupati. Read More

- Breakfast

Renest Hotel / Bliss Hotel / similar

Room Included : Double Room

Meals at hotel: CP included only

Day 8

Tirupati – Chennai (approx 150Kms/3-4 Hrs) & Departure Transfer

Breakfast at the hotel. Check-out from the hotel & proceed to Chennai. Upon arrival departure transfer to the Chennai railway station/airport to board your return train/flight back home. Your tour comes to an end with fond memories. SOS Travel House thanks you for choosing them as your holiday travel planner and keenly looks forward to your next family tour in India Read More

- Breakfast

Daily Itinerary

Day 1

Madurai

Hotel JC Residency /Poppys Hotel / similar
Double Room (CP)

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Gandhi Museum
( Included)

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Meenakshi Amman Temple
( Included)

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Thirumalai Nayakar Mahal
( Included)

View
Vaigai Dam
( Included)

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Day 2

Rameshwaram

Daiwik Hotel / similar
Double Room (CP)

View
Agnitheertham
( Included)

View
Madhana Parvathi Temple
( Included)

View
Pamban Bridge
( Included)

View
Ramanandha Swamy Temple
( Included)

View

Day 3

Rameshwaram

Daiwik Hotel / similar
Double Room (CP)

View
Adam's Bridge
( Included)

View
Dhanushkodi Temple and Beach
( Included)

View
Ramjharoka Temple
( Included)

View

Day 4

Pondicherry

Hotel Atithi Grand / similar
Double Room (CP)

View

Day 5

Pondicherry

Hotel Atithi Grand / similar
Double Room (CP)

View
Auroville, Pondicherry
( Included)

View
Paradise Beach
( Included)

View
Sri Aurobindo Ashram
( Included)

View
Sri Manakula Vinayagar Temple
( Included)

View

Day 6

Chennai

Hotel JP Chennai / similar
Double Room (CP)

View
Marina Beach
( Included)

View
St. George Fort
( Included)

View

Day 7

Tirupati

Renest Hotel / Bliss Hotel / similar
Double Room (CP)

View

Day 8

Checkout from the hotel. Package ends on this day!

Hotel Details

Hotel JC Residency /Poppys Hotel / similar

Room Included - Double Room

Meals at hotel: CP

Daiwik Hotel / similar

Room Included - Double Room

Meals at hotel: CP

Hotel Atithi Grand / similar

Room Included - Double Room

Meals at hotel: CP

Hotel JP Chennai / similar

Room Included - Double Room

Meals at hotel: CP

Renest Hotel / Bliss Hotel / similar

Room Included - Double Room

Meals at hotel: CP

Inclusions

*07 Nights Accommodation.

*Buffet/fixed menu Breakfast.

*01 Ac Vehicle (Sedan - Etios/Swift Dzire for 2-3 Pax & Ac Innova for 4-5 Pax) for all sightseeing as per the itinerary.

*Arrival/departure transfer as per the itinerary.

*Pickup from Madurai & drop at Chennai airport/station.

*Driver allowance/toll/road tax/fuel charge.

*All taxes except GST 5%.

Note: Ac will not work in hills

Exclusions

*GST 5%.

*Monuments entrances fee mentioned in the itinerary.

*Air Fare/Train Fare and all entry fees at sightseeing spots.

*Any additional meals & any item not specifically mentioned in Inclusions column.

*Travel insurances.

*Items of personal nature like porterage, tips, laundry, telephone calls, mineral water etc.

*Expenses caused by factors beyond our control like rail and flight delays, roadblocks, political disturbances etc.

Term & Conditions

*100% payment to be deposited before the trip starts. Final Confirmation will be provided on full payment.

*For Cancellation please refer to our Terms and Conditions available at our booking office.

*No booking has been made – rooms /hotels are subject to availability at the time of booking.

*If given hotels are not available, similar category hotels will be provided.

*If any hike in hotels/transport rate due to any govt. taxes/fuel charges, guest will have to pay the differences.

Validity: April 2024 to Sept 2024 (not valid for long weekends & Festival Holidays)

Booking Terms

50% advance to be paid at the time of booking.
100% payment is to be made for the package before 20 days of departure date.
In case of cancellation standard cancellation policies will be applicable or may be changed as per the policies

Cancellation Policy

If you Cancel your Holiday

30 days or more before the date of departure: 30% of total cost
29 - 20 days before date of departure : 50% of total cost
19 days or less before date of departure : 100% of total cost

Temples Tour of South

8 days, 7 nights, Madurai , India

Temples Tour of South

Checkout from the hotel. Package ends on this day!

Hotel In Madurai

Hotel JC Residency /Poppys Hotel / similar

Hotel In Rameshwaram

Daiwik Hotel / similar

Hotel In Rameshwaram

Daiwik Hotel / similar

Hotel In Pondicherry

Hotel Atithi Grand / similar

Hotel In Pondicherry

Hotel Atithi Grand / similar

Hotel In Chennai

Hotel JP Chennai / similar

Hotel In Tirupati

Renest Hotel / Bliss Hotel / similar

Package Price:INR 787878 Enquire

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