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8 Day Tamil Nadu Temple Tour

₹27,000

Trip Includes

  • Highlights

  • Hotel

  • Sight Seeing

  • Meals

  • Transportation

  • Tour Manager Service

  • Entrance Ticket

Trip Overview

Embark on a spiritually enriching 8 Days Tiruvannamalai – Navagraha – Rameshwaram – Kanyakumari Pilgrimage Tour from Bangalore, covering some of South India's most sacred temples, Jyotirlingas, Navagraha shrines and coastal pilgrimage destinations. This carefully crafted itinerary takes you through the divine temples of Tiruvannamalai, Chidambaram, Kumbakonam, Srirangam, Thanjavur, Rameshwaram, Suchindram, Kanyakumari, Madurai and Palani, offering a perfect blend of spirituality, heritage and scenic beauty.

Seek blessings at the sacred Sri Arunachaleshwara Swamy Temple, the world-famous Chidambaram Nataraja Temple, complete darshan of all Nine Navagraha Temples, visit the magnificent Brihadeeswara Temple, experience the divine Spatika Linga Darshan at Ramanathaswamy Jyotirlinga, witness the spectacular sunrise at Kanyakumari, enjoy the boat ride to Vivekananda Rock Memorial, seek blessings at the historic Meenakshi Amman Temple, and conclude the pilgrimage at the renowned Palani Murugan Temple.

Designed for devotees, families and senior citizens, this fixed departure group tour includes comfortable A/C transportation, quality hotel accommodation, fresh South Indian vegetarian meals prepared by our own experienced chefs and the assistance of an experienced Kannada-speaking Tour Manager, ensuring a comfortable, memorable and spiritually fulfilling pilgrimage.

Overview

Departure Dates Aug - 30 ; Sep - 13 , 27 ; Oct - 11 ; Nov - 22 ; Dec - 01 ;
Duration 8 Days / 7 Nights
Places Visited Tiruvannamalai, Pondicherry, Chidambaram, Kumbakonam, Thanjavur, Srirangam, Rameshwaram, Dhanushkodi, Tirchy, Kanyakumari, Madurai, Palani

Highlights

  • Seek blessings at Sri Arunachaleshwara Swamy Temple, Tiruvannamalai.
  • Visit the famous Chidambaram Nataraja Temple.
  • Complete darshan of all Nine Navagraha Temples.
  • Visit Sri Kumbeshwara and Sarangapani Temples at Kumbakonam.
  • Seek blessings at Sri Ranganathaswamy Temple, Srirangam.
  • Visit the UNESCO World Heritage Brihadeeswara Temple, Thanjavur.
  • Experience the sacred Spatika Linga Darshan at Rameshwaram.
  • Visit Ramanathaswamy Temple, one of the Twelve Jyotirlingas.
  • Seek blessings at Suchindram Thanumalayan Temple.
  • Witness the breathtaking sunrise at Kanyakumari.
  • Enjoy the included boat ride to Vivekananda Rock Memorial.
  • Visit Goddess Kanyakumari Amman Temple.
  • Seek blessings at Meenakshi Amman Temple, Madurai.
  • Visit the famous Palani Dhandayuthapani Swamy Temple.
  • Explore Auroville Beach and view Matrimandir (outside view).

Itinerary

Day 1
Bangalore – Tiruvannamalai ಬೆಂಗಳೂರು - ತಿರುವಣ್ಣಾಮಲೈ
Depart to Tiruvannamalai @ 9.00 P.M from our Office Premises Overnight journey.
ನಮ್ಮ ಕಚೇರಿ ಆವರಣದಿಂದ ಪ್ರಯಾಣ ರಾತ್ರಿ 9.00 ಗಂಟೆಗೆ ತಿರುವಣ್ಣಾಮಲೈಗೆ ಹೊರಡುವುದು.

Note: Today dinner won’t be served. ಗಮನಿಸಿ: ಇಂದು ಭೋಜನವನ್ನು ನೀಡಲಾಗುವುದಿಲ್ಲ.
Day 2
Bangalore – Tirvunnamalai - Pondicherry ತಿರುವುಣ್ಣಾಮಲೈ - ಪಾಂಡಿಚೇರಿ
Depart to Tiruvannamalai @ 5.30 AM from our Office Premises On arrival at Tiruvannamalai visit Sri Arunachaleshwara Swamy Temple. Later proceed to Pondicherry visit Matri Mandir (from outside), Auroville beach and later reach Hotel - Night Halt. At Pondicherry Hotel.

ಬೆಳಿಗ್ಗೆ5.30 ಕ್ಕೆ ನಮ್ಮ ಕಚೇರಿ ಆವರಣದಿಂದ ತಿರುವಣ್ಣಾಮಲೈಗೆ ಪ್ರಯಾಣ. ತಿರುವಣ್ಣಾಮಲೈ ತಲುಪಿ ಶ್ರೀ ಅರುಣಾಚಲೇಶ್ವರ ಸ್ವಾಮಿ ದೇವಸ್ಥಾನಕ್ಕೆ ಭೇಟಿ ನೀಡಿ. ನಂತರ ಪಾಂಡಿಚೇರಿಗೆ ಪ್ರಯಾಣ ಮಾತೃ ಮಂದಿರ (ಹೊರಗಿನಿಂದ), ಆರೋವಿಲ್ಲೆ ಬೀಚ್‌ಗೆ ಭೇಟಿ ನೀಡಿ ಮತ್ತು ನಂತರ ಪಾಂಡಿಚೇರಿ ಹೋಟೆಲ್‌ನಲ್ಲಿ ರಾತ್ರಿ ವಿಶ್ರಾಂತಿ.
Day 3
Chidamabaram – Navagraha Temples - Kumbakonam ಚಿದಂಬರಂ - ನವಗ್ರಹ ದೇವಾಲಯಗಳು - ಕುಂಭಕೋಣಂ
Early Morning at 6 AM depart to Chidambaram Visit Sri Nataraja Temple at Chidambaram enroute visit Sri Vaidyanatheshwaran Koil (Mangala Graha), Tiruvengadu (Budha Graha), Keezha Perupallam (Kethu Graha), next visit Thirunallar (Shani Graha), Tirunageshvaram (Rahu Graha) temples. Night Halt at Kumbakonam Hotel.

ಮುಂಜಾನೆ 6 ಗಂಟೆಗೆ ಚಿದಂಬರಂಗೆ ಹೊರಟು ಚಿದಂಬರಂನಲ್ಲಿರುವ ಶ್ರೀ ನಟರಾಜ ದೇವಸ್ಥಾನಕ್ಕೆ ಭೇಟಿ ನೀಡಿ ಶ್ರೀ ವೈದ್ಯನಾಥೇಶ್ವರನ್ ಕೋಯಿಲ್ (ಮಂಗಳ ಗ್ರಹ), ತಿರುವೆಂಗಾಡು (ಬುಧ ಗ್ರಹ), ಕೀಝಾ ಪೆರುಪಳ್ಳಂ (ಕೇತು ಗ್ರಹ), ಮುಂದಿನ ಭೇಟಿ ತಿರುನಲ್ಲಾರ್ (ಶನಿ ಗ್ರಹ), ತಿರುನಾಗೇಶ್ವರಂ (ರಾಹು ಗ್ರಹ) ದೇವಸ್ಥಾನಗಳಿಗೆ ಭೇಟಿ ನೀಡಿ. ಕುಂಭಕೋಣಂ ಹೋಟೆಲ್‌ನಲ್ಲಿ ರಾತ್ರಿ ವಿಶ್ರಾಂತಿ.
Day 4
Kumbakonam - Navagraha Temples - Trichy ಕುಂಭಕೋಣಂ - ನವಗ್ರಹ ದೇವಾಲಯಗಳು - ತಿರುಚ್ಚಿ
Morning, visit Sri Kumbheshwara-Sarangapani Temple, proceed to visit temples at Alangudi (Guru Graha), Aduthurai (Surya Graha), Kanchanur (Shukra Graha), Thingalur (Chandra Graha) and later Ranganatha Swamy Temple at Srirangam Night halt at Trichy Hotel.

ಬೆಳಿಗ್ಗೆ, ಶ್ರೀ ಕುಂಭೇಶ್ವರ-ಸಾರಂಗಪಾಣಿ ದೇವಸ್ಥಾನಕ್ಕೆ ಭೇಟಿ ನೀಡಿ, ಆಲಂಗುಡಿ (ಗುರು ಗ್ರಹ), ಅದುತುರೈ (ಸೂರ್ಯ ಗ್ರಹ), ಕಾಂಚನೂರ್ (ಶುಕ್ರ ಗ್ರಹ), ತಿಂಗಳೂರು (ಚಂದ್ರ ಗ್ರಹ) ಮತ್ತು ನಂತರ ಶ್ರೀರಂಗಂನ ರಂಗನಾಥ ಸ್ವಾಮಿ ದೇವಸ್ಥಾನಕ್ಕೆ ಭೇಟಿ ನೀಡಿ, ನಂತರ ತಿರುಚ್ಚಿ ರಾತ್ರಿ ವಿಶ್ರಾಂತಿ ಹೋಟೆಲ್‌ನಲ್ಲಿ.
Day 5
Srirangam - Thanjavur – Rameshwaram ಶ್ರೀರಂಗಂ - ತಂಜಾವೂರು - ರಾಮೇಶ್ವರಂ
Proceed to Rameshwaram En-route visit Sri Brihadeshwara Temple at Tanjore - Upon reaching Rameshwaram in the evening, visit to Sri Ramalingeshwara Swamy Temple (Jyothirlinga) – Night Halt. Rameshwaram Hotel.

ರಾಮೇಶ್ವರಕ್ಕೆ ತೆರಳಿ ಮಾರ್ಗಮಧ್ಯೆ ತಂಜಾವೂರಿನ ಶ್ರೀ ಬೃಹದೇಶ್ವರ ದೇವಸ್ಥಾನಕ್ಕೆ ಭೇಟಿ ನೀಡಿ - ಸಂಜೆ ರಾಮೇಶ್ವರಂ ತಲುಪಿದ ನಂತರ, ಶ್ರೀ ರಾಮಲಿಂಗೇಶ್ವರ ಸ್ವಾಮಿ ದೇವಸ್ಥಾನ (ಜ್ಯೋತಿರ್ಲಿಂಗ) - ರಾಮೇಶ್ವರಂ ಹೋಟೆಲ್ ನಲ್ಲಿ ರಾತ್ರಿ ತಂಗುವಿರಿ.

Note: At Srirangam Temple as Dress Code kindly include traditional Clothes in Luggage.
ಗಮನಿಸಿ: ಶ್ರೀರಂಗಂ ದೇವಸ್ಥಾನದಲ್ಲಿ ಡ್ರೆಸ್ ಕೋಡ್ ಆಗಿ ಲಗೇಜ್ ಗಳಲ್ಲಿ ಸಾಂಪ್ರದಾಯಿಕ ಉಡುಪುಗಳನ್ನು ಇರಿಸಿಕೊಳ್ಳಿ.
Day 6
Rameshwaram – Suchindram – Kanyakumari ರಾಮೇಶ್ವರಂ – ಸುಚೀಂದ್ರಂ – ಕನ್ಯಾಕುಮಾರಿ
Today, early morning at 4:00 AM, you will have the Spatika Linga Darshana in Rameshwaram, and afterwards you will proceed to Kanyakumari, stopping on the way to visit the Suchindram Temple, before finally reaching and having an overnight halt at your Kanyakumari hotel.

ಇಂದು ಬೆಳಗಿನ ಜಾವ 4:00 ಗಂಟೆಗೆ ರಾಮೇಶ್ವರಂನಲ್ಲಿ ಸ್ಪಟಿಕ ಲಿಂಗ ದರ್ಶನ ಮಾಡಿ, ನಂತರ ಕನ್ಯಾಕುಮಾರಿ ಕಡೆಗೆ ಪ್ರಯಾಣಿಸಿ, ಮಾರ್ಗಮಧ್ಯದಲ್ಲಿ ಸುಚೀಂದ್ರಂ ದೇವಸ್ಥಾನಕ್ಕೆ ಭೇಟಿ ನೀಡಿ, ತದನಂತರ ಕನ್ಯಾಕುಮಾರಿ ತಲುಪಿ ರಾತ್ರಿ ಹೋಟೆಲ್‌ನಲ್ಲಿ ವಿಶ್ರಾಂತಿ.

3. Rameshwaram Temple visited by Auto Rickshaw on Sharing basis.
ಹಂಚಿಕೆ ಆಧಾರದ ಮೇಲೆ ಆಟೋ ರಿಕ್ಷಾದಲ್ಲಿ ರಾಮೇಶ್ವರಂ ದೇವಸ್ಥಾನಕ್ಕೆ ಭೇಟಿ ನೀಡುವುದು.
Day 7
Kanyakumari - Madurai ಕನ್ಯಾಕುಮಾರಿ - ಮಧುರೈ
Morning Visit Sunrise point, Goddess Kanyakumari temple and Sri Swami Vivekananda Memorial by Boat and Later after Lunch proceed to Madurai Night Halt. Madurai Hotel.

ಬೆಳಿಗ್ಗೆ ಸೂರ್ಯೋದಯ ಗೊತ್ತುಸ್ಥಳಕ್ಕೆ ಭೇಟಿ ನೀಡಿ, ಕನ್ಯಾಕುಮಾರಿ ದೇವಿಯ ದೇವಸ್ಥಾನ ಮತ್ತು ಶ್ರೀ ಸ್ವಾಮಿ ವಿವೇಕಾನಂದ ಸ್ಮಾರಕಕ್ಕೆ ದೋಣಿಯಲ್ಲಿ ಭೇಟಿ ನೀಡಿ ಮತ್ತು ಮಧ್ಯಾಹ್ನ ಊಟದ ನಂತರ ಮಧುರೈ ಗೆ ಪ್ರಯಾಣ, ರಾತ್ರಿಯ ವಿಶ್ರಾಂತಿ ಮಧುರೈ ಹೋಟೆಲ್ ನಲ್ಲಿ.

Note: ಗಮನಿಸಿ:
1. Vivekananda Rock Memorial Cruise ticket included.
ವಿವೇಕಾನಂದ ರಾಕ್ ಸ್ಮಾರಕ ಕ್ರೂಸ್ ಟಿಕೆಟ್ ಒಳಗೊಂಡಿದೆ.

2.Madurai Temple visited by Auto Rickshaw on Sharing basis.
ಹಂಚಿಕೆ ಆಧಾರದ ಮೇಲೆ ಆಟೋ ರಿಕ್ಷಾದಲ್ಲಿ ಮಧುರೈ ದೇವಸ್ಥಾನಕ್ಕೆ ಭೇಟಿ ನೀಡುವುದು.

3.Madurai Temple as Dress Code kindly include traditional Clothes in Luggage.
ಮಧುರೈ ದೇವಸ್ಥಾನದಲ್ಲಿ ಡ್ರೆಸ್ ಕೋಡ್ ಪ್ರಕಾರ, ಲಗೇಜ್ ಗಳಲ್ಲಿ ಸಾಂಪ್ರದಾಯಿಕ ಉಡುಪುಗಳನ್ನು ಇರಿಸಿಕೊಳ್ಳಿ.

Day 8
Madurai – Palani - Bangalore ಮಧುರೈ - ಪಳನಿ - ಬೆಂಗಳೂರು
Morning visit Meenakshi Temple after breakfast proceed to Palani visit Murugan temple and proceed to Bangalore.

ಬೆಳಿಗ್ಗೆ ಉಪಾಹಾರದ ನಂತರ ಮೀನಾಕ್ಷಿ ದೇವಸ್ಥಾನಕ್ಕೆ ಭೇಟಿ ನೀಡಿ, ಪಳನಿಗೆ ತೆರಳಿ ಮುರುಗನ್ ದೇವಸ್ಥಾನದಲ್ಲಿ ದರ್ಶನ ಪಡೆದು ಬೆಂಗಳೂರಿಗೆ ಪ್ರಯಾಣ ಬೆಳೆಸಿ.
Note: ಗಮನಿಸಿ:

1. Winch/ Rope way Charge at Palani Temple will be additional.
ಪಳನಿ ದೇವಸ್ಥಾನದಲ್ಲಿ ವಿಂಚ್/ರೋಪ್ ವೇ ಶುಲ್ಕ ಹೆಚ್ಚುವರಿಯಾಗಿರುತ್ತದೆ.

2. Palani Temple as Dress Code kindly include traditional Clothes in Luggage.
ಪಳನಿ ದೇವಾಲಯದ ಡ್ರೆಸ್ ಕೋಡ್ ಪ್ರಕಾರ, ಲಗೇಜ್ ಗಳಲ್ಲಿ ಸಾಂಪ್ರದಾಯಿಕ ಉಡುಪುಗಳನ್ನು ಇರಿಸಿಕೊಳ್ಳಿ.
  • Services of a Tour Manager from Day 01 meeting point until the drop-off on the last day. Day 01 ರ ಭೇಟಿಯ ಸ್ಥಳದಿಂದ ಕೊನೆಯ ದಿನದ ಡ್ರಾಪ್-ಆಫ್ (ಕರೆದುಕೊಂಡು ಹೋಗಿ ಬಿಡುವುದು) ವರೆಗೆ ಟೂರ್ ಮ್ಯಾನೇಜರ್‌ನ ಸೇವೆಗಳು.
  • All transfers & Sightseeing by comfortable AC Bus as per the tour itinerary based on group size. ಗುಂಪಿನ ಗಾತ್ರಕ್ಕೆ ಅನುಗುಣವಾಗಿ, ಪ್ರವಾಸದ ವೇಳಾಪಟ್ಟಿಯ ಪ್ರಕಾರ ಎಲ್ಲಾ ವರ್ಗಾವಣೆಗಳು ಮತ್ತು ಸ್ಥಳ ವೀಕ್ಷಣೆ ಆರಾಮದಾಯಕವಾದ ಎಸಿ ಬಸ್ ಮೂಲಕ.
  • Hotel accommodation on a double sharing basis at standard hotels as per the tour itinerary. ಪ್ರವಾಸದ ವೇಳಾಪಟ್ಟಿಯ ಪ್ರಕಾರ ಸ್ಟ್ಯಾಂಡರ್ಡ್ ಹೋಟೆಲ್‌ಗಳಲ್ಲಿ ಡಬಲ್ ಶೇರಿಂಗ್ ಆಧಾರದ ಮೇಲೆ ಹೋಟೆಲ್ ವಸತಿ.
  • Pure vegetarian South Indian meals prepared and served by our own chefs (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner). ನಮ್ಮದೇ ಬಾಣಸಿಗರು ತಯಾರಿಸಿದ ಶುದ್ಧ ಸಸ್ಯಾಹಾರಿ ದಕ್ಷಿಣ ಭಾರತದ ಊಟಗಳು (ಬೆಳಗಿನ ಉಪಾಹಾರ, ಮಧ್ಯಾಹ್ನ ಮತ್ತು ರಾತ್ರಿಯ ಊಟ).
  • 1 liter mineral water bottle per person per day. ಪ್ರತಿ ವ್ಯಕ್ತಿಗೆ ಪ್ರತಿದಿನ 1 ಲೀಟರ್ ಮಿನರಲ್ ವಾಟರ್ ಬಾಟಲ್.
  • Entrance fees to all sightseeing places as mentioned in the itinerary. ಪ್ರವಾಸದ ವೇಳಾಪಟ್ಟಿಯಲ್ಲಿ ನಮೂದಿಸಿರುವ ಎಲ್ಲಾ ಸ್ಥಳಗಳ ಪ್ರವೇಶ ಶುಲ್ಕಗಳು.
  • Complimentary Ferry Ticket for Rock Memorial at Kanyakumari. ಕನ್ಯಾಕುಮಾರಿಯಲ್ಲಿರುವ ರಾಕ್ ಮೆಮೋರಿಯಲ್‌ಗೆ ಉಚಿತ ದೋಣಿ ಟಿಕೆಟ್.
  • Jeep Charges for Dhanushkodi at Rameshwaram. ರಾಮೇಶ್ವರಂನಲ್ಲಿ ಧನುಷ್ಕೋಡಿಗೆ ಜೀಪ್ ಶುಲ್ಕಗಳು.
  • Rituals Charges. ಆಚರಣೆಗಳ ಶುಲ್ಕಗಳು.
  • Spatika linga Darshan , Teertha Snana Ticket at Rameshwaram. ರಾಮೇಶ್ವರಂನಲ್ಲಿ ಸ್ಪಟಿಕಲಿಂಗ ದರ್ಶನ, ತೀರ್ಥ ಸ್ನಾನ ಟಿಕೆಟ್.
  • Winch/ Rope way Charge at Palani temple. ಪಳನಿ ದೇವಸ್ಥಾನದಲ್ಲಿ ವಿಂಚ್/ರೋಪ್ ವೇ ಚಾರ್ಜ್.
  • Tips for guides, drivers, and restaurant staff. ಗೈಡ್‌ಗಳು, ಡ್ರೈವರ್‌ಗಳು ಮತ್ತು ರೆಸ್ಟೋರೆಂಟ್ ಸಿಬ್ಬಂದಿಗೆ ಟಿಪ್ಸ್.
  • GST of 5% over and above the tour cost mentioned. ನಮೂದಿಸಿರುವ ಪ್ರವಾಸದ ವೆಚ್ಚದ ಮೇಲೆ ಶೇ. 5 ರಷ್ಟು ಜಿಎಸ್‌ಟಿ (ಸರಕು ಮತ್ತು ಸೇವಾ ತೆರಿಗೆ).
  • Personal expenses such as additional food or drinks outside the set group menu. ನಿಗದಿಪಡಿಸಿದ ಗುಂಪಿನ ಮೆನು ಹೊರತಾಗಿ ಹೆಚ್ಚುವರಿ ಆಹಾರ ಅಥವಾ ಪಾನೀಯಗಳಂತಹ ವೈಯಕ್ತಿಕ ಖರ್ಚುಗಳು.
  • Extra costs due to unforeseen circumstances like route changes, airline changes, date changes, accommodation changes, etc. ಮಾರ್ಗ ಬದಲಾವಣೆಗಳು, ವಿಮಾನಯಾನ ಬದಲಾವಣೆಗಳು, ದಿನಾಂಕ ಬದಲಾವಣೆಗಳು, ವಸತಿ ಬದಲಾವಣೆಗಳು ಇತ್ಯಾದಿಗಳಂತಹ ಅನಿರೀಕ್ಷಿತ ಸಂದರ್ಭಗಳಿಂದ ಉಂಟಾಗುವ ಹೆಚ್ಚುವರಿ ವೆಚ್ಚಗಳು.
  • Additional expenses incurred due to illness, accidents, hospitalization, or personal emergencies. ಅನಾರೋಗ್ಯ, ಅಪಘಾತಗಳು, ಆಸ್ಪತ್ರೆಗೆ ದಾಖಲಾತಿ ಅಥವಾ ವೈಯಕ್ತಿಕ ತುರ್ತು ಪರಿಸ್ಥಿತಿಗಳಿಂದ ಉಂಟಾಗುವ ಹೆಚ್ಚುವರಿ ಖರ್ಚುಗಳು.
  • Charges for any services or activities not included in the group tour itinerary. ಗುಂಪಿನ ಪ್ರವಾಸದ ವೇಳಾಪಟ್ಟಿಯಲ್ಲಿ ಸೇರಿಸದ ಯಾವುದೇ ಸೇವೆಗಳು ಅಥವಾ ಚಟುವಟಿಕೆಗಳಿಗೆ ಶುಲ್ಕಗಳು.
  • Anything not specifically mentioned in the 'tour price includes' section. ಪ್ರವಾಸದ ಬೆಲೆಯಲ್ಲಿ ಸೇರಿಸಲಾಗಿದೆ' ವಿಭಾಗದಲ್ಲಿ ನಿರ್ದಿಷ್ಟವಾಗಿ ಉಲ್ಲೇಖಿಸದಿರುವ ಯಾವುದೇ ವಿಷಯ.

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Why Choose This Tour?

This pilgrimage combines Tamil Nadu's most important Shiva, Vishnu and Shakti temples into one comprehensive itinerary. From the sacred Arunachaleshwara Temple and Nine Navagraha Temples to the Ramanathaswamy Jyotirlinga, Meenakshi Temple, Palani Murugan Temple, and the spiritual beauty of Kanyakumari, this tour offers an unforgettable religious and cultural experience.

Spiritual Experience:

Receive divine blessings at the sacred Sri Arunachaleshwara Temple, Chidambaram Nataraja Temple, all Nine Navagraha Temples, Sri Ranganathaswamy Temple, Ramanathaswamy Jyotirlinga, Suchindram Temple, Kanyakumari Amman Temple, Meenakshi Amman Temple, and Palani Dhandayuthapani Swamy Temple.

Heritage Experience:

Explore South India's magnificent temple architecture including the Brihadeeswara Temple, Chidambaram Nataraja Temple, Srirangam Temple, Kumbakonam Temples, and the ancient temples dedicated to the Navagrahas that reflect centuries of Dravidian heritage.

Coastal & Scenic Experience:

Relax at Auroville Beach, witness the spectacular sunrise at Kanyakumari, enjoy the included boat ride to Vivekananda Rock Memorial, and admire the scenic coastal beauty at India's southernmost tip.

Best Time to Visit:

October to March is the ideal season for this pilgrimage, offering pleasant weather for temple visits, sightseeing and comfortable travel across Tamil Nadu.

Shopping & Local Experiences:

Shop for:

  • Temple Prasadam
  • Panchaloha Idols
  • Brass Lamps
  • Rudraksha Malas
  • Kumbakonam Brassware
  • Thanjavur Paintings
  • Madurai Cotton Sarees
  • Palm Leaf Handicrafts
  • Wooden Handicrafts
  • Kanyakumari Seashell Souvenirs
  • Traditional South Indian Sweets
  • Palani Panchamirtham
  • Auroville Handmade Products
  • Traditional Incense & Puja Items

Temple Customs & Dress Code:

Traditional attire is recommended while visiting all temples covered in the itinerary.

For major temples including Srirangam, Rameshwaram, Madurai and Palani, devotees are advised to carry traditional clothing as some temples strictly follow dress code regulations.

  • Men: Dhoti/Veshti is recommended.
  • Women: Saree or Salwar Kameez is recommended.

Footwear is not permitted inside temple premises. Photography inside temple sanctums may be restricted. Guests are requested to follow the instructions issued by temple authorities and respect local customs and traditions throughout the pilgrimage.

Cancellation & Refund Policy

  • If a guest decides to cancel the tour, they must submit a written application along with the original receipt within the specified time limit. Cancellation charges apply as follows:

  • 0 to 15 days prior to departure: 100% of Net Tour Price per person.

  • 15 to 30 days prior to departure: 75% of Net Tour Price per person.

  • 31 to 45 days prior to departure: 50% of Net Tour Price per person.

  • 46 to 365 days prior to departure: 25% of Net Tour Price or Rs. 10,000/- (whichever is more).

  • If a refund is applicable, the amount will be transferred to the bank account you provided. Please allow up to 5 working days after processing for the refund to reflect in your account.

    In case the trip is cancelled by management for extraordinary reasons, a full refund will be issued via account payee cheque upon presentation of the original provisional receipt. No additional compensation will be provided by management.
    ಪ್ರವಾಸಿಗರು ಪ್ರವಾಸವನ್ನು ರದ್ದುಗೊಳಿಸಲು ನಿರ್ಧರಿಸಿದರೆ, ಅವರು ನಿಗದಿತ ಸಮಯದೊಳಗೆ ಲಿಖಿತ ಅರ್ಜಿಯನ್ನು ಮೂಲ ರಸೀದಿಯೊಂದಿಗೆ ಸಲ್ಲಿಸಬೇಕು. ರದ್ದತಿ ಶುಲ್ಕಗಳು ಈ ಕೆಳಗಿನಂತಿವೆ:

  • ಪ್ರವಾಸ ಪ್ರಾರಂಭಕ್ಕೆ 0 ರಿಂದ 15 ದಿನಗಳ ಮೊದಲು: ಪ್ರತಿ ವ್ಯಕ್ತಿಗೆ ನಿವ್ವಳ ಪ್ರವಾಸದ ಬೆಲೆಯ 100%.

  • ಪ್ರವಾಸ ಪ್ರಾರಂಭಕ್ಕೆ 15 ರಿಂದ 30 ದಿನಗಳ ಮೊದಲು: ಪ್ರತಿ ವ್ಯಕ್ತಿಗೆ ನಿವ್ವಳ ಪ್ರವಾಸದ ಬೆಲೆಯ 75%.

  • ಪ್ರವಾಸ ಪ್ರಾರಂಭಕ್ಕೆ 31 ರಿಂದ 45 ದಿನಗಳ ಮೊದಲು: ಪ್ರತಿ ವ್ಯಕ್ತಿಗೆ ನಿವ್ವಳ ಪ್ರವಾಸದ ಬೆಲೆಯ 50%.

  • ಪ್ರವಾಸ ಪ್ರಾರಂಭಕ್ಕೆ 46 ರಿಂದ 365 ದಿನಗಳ ಮೊದಲು: ನಿವ್ವಳ ಪ್ರವಾಸದ ಬೆಲೆಯ 25% ಅಥವಾ ರೂ. 10,000/- (ಯಾವುದು ಹೆಚ್ಚೋ ಅದು).

  • ಮರುಪಾವತಿ ಅನ್ವಯವಾದರೆ, ಮೊತ್ತವನ್ನು ನೀವು ಒದಗಿಸಿದ ಬ್ಯಾಂಕ್ ಖಾತೆಗೆ ವರ್ಗಾಯಿಸಲಾಗುತ್ತದೆ. ಮರುಪಾವತಿ ನಿಮ್ಮ ಖಾತೆಯಲ್ಲಿ ಪ್ರತಿಫಲಿಸಲು ಪ್ರಕ್ರಿಯೆಗೊಳಿಸಿದ ನಂತರ 5 ಕೆಲಸದ ದಿನಗಳವರೆಗೆ ಸಮಯಾವಕಾಶ ನೀಡಿ.

    ಅಸಾಧಾರಣ ಕಾರಣಗಳಿಗಾಗಿ ಪ್ರವಾಸವನ್ನು ಮ್ಯಾನೇಜ್‌ಮೆಂಟ್‌ನಿಂದ ರದ್ದುಗೊಳಿಸಿದಲ್ಲಿ, ಮೂಲ ತಾತ್ಕಾಲಿಕ ರಸೀದಿಯನ್ನು ಪ್ರಸ್ತುತಪಡಿಸಿದ ನಂತರ ಖಾತೆದಾರರ ಚೆಕ್ ಮೂಲಕ ಪೂರ್ಣ ಮರುಪಾವತಿ ನೀಡಲಾಗುತ್ತದೆ. ಮ್ಯಾನೇಜ್‌ಮೆಂಟ್‌ನಿಂದ ಯಾವುದೇ ಹೆಚ್ಚುವರಿ ಪರಿಹಾರವನ್ನು ಒದಗಿಸಲಾಗುವುದಿಲ್ಲ.

FAQ

Duration: 8 Days / 7 Nights

Tour Type: Fixed Departure Group Pilgrimage Tour

Departure & Return: Bangalore to Bangalore by A/C Coach

Tour Covers: Tiruvannamalai, Pondicherry, Chidambaram, Navagraha Temples, Kumbakonam, Srirangam, Thanjavur, Rameshwaram, Suchindram, Kanyakumari, Madurai and Palani.
Included
Comfortable A/C Coach Transportation
Hotel Accommodation
Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Fresh South Indian Vegetarian Meals prepared daily by our own experienced chefs
Experienced Kannada-speaking Tour Manager
Sightseeing as per itinerary
Vivekananda Rock Memorial Boat Ticket
Auto Rickshaw transportation for Rameshwaram Temple visit (Sharing Basis)
Auto Rickshaw transportation for Madurai Temple visit (Sharing Basis)
Toll, Parking & Driver Allowance

Not Included
GST
Personal Expenses
Special Darshan Tickets
Camera Charges (where applicable)
Winch/Ropeway Charges at Palani Temple
Shopping Expenses
Travel Insurance
Medical Expenses
Any expenses arising due to weather conditions, temple administration or operational requirements.

Booking:
We recommend booking 30–60 days before departure.

Payment:
50% advance payment at the time of booking and the remaining balance at least 20 days before departure.
Hotels:
Clean and comfortable 3-Star Hotel Accommodation wherever available. At destinations where 3-star hotels are unavailable, the best available standard hotels will be provided.

Rooms:
Twin Sharing Accommodation.

Triple Sharing:
Triple Sharing Room or Extra Bed/Rollaway Bed (subject to availability).

Solo Travellers:
Solo travellers will be accommodated on a twin-sharing basis with another guest of the same gender wherever possible.

Single Room:
Single Room accommodation is available at 25% additional tour cost, subject to availability.

Transportation:
Comfortable A/C Coach throughout the tour. Auto Rickshaw transportation for temple visits at Rameshwaram and Madurai is provided on a sharing basis as per the itinerary.

Meals:
Fresh South Indian Vegetarian Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner prepared daily by our own experienced chefs throughout the tour.
Group Size
Minimum 20 Guests | Maximum 40 Guests

If the minimum group size is not achieved, guests may choose another departure, transfer to another tour or receive a full refund of the tour amount paid.
Suitable For:
Families, senior citizens, couples, devotees and solo travellers who are comfortable with moderate walking.

Who Should Avoid This Tour?
Guests with serious mobility issues or those unable to climb temple steps without assistance.

Health & Fitness Requirements
Moderate walking is required throughout the tour. Some temples involve climbing steps, uneven pathways and walking through large temple complexes.

Child Fare
0–2 Years – Infant Charges Only
3–5 Years – 50% of Adult Tour Cost (Without Bed)
5–7 Years – 75% of Adult Tour Cost (With Bed)
Above 7 Years – Full Adult Tour Cost

Children below 7 years should travel only with their parents or guardians.
Best Time to Visit:
October to March is the ideal season for this pilgrimage.

Weather:
The weather is generally warm and humid. Carry light cotton clothing along with a light jacket for early mornings and evenings during winter.

Clothing & Packing Guide:
Carry traditional attire for temple visits, comfortable footwear, reusable water bottle, umbrella, sunscreen, personal medicines and a valid Government-issued photo ID.

Baggage:
Carry light luggage for convenient travel between hotels and pilgrimage destinations.
Temple Dress Code:
Traditional attire is recommended while visiting Tiruvannamalai, Srirangam, Rameshwaram, Madurai and Palani temples. Guests are advised to carry appropriate traditional clothing throughout the tour.

Temple Darshan:
Darshan timings at all temples are subject to temple administration, festivals, weekends and special poojas. The Tour Manager will coordinate the schedule for a smooth pilgrimage experience.

Temple Transportation:
Temple visits at Rameshwaram and Madurai are conducted by Auto Rickshaw on a sharing basis, and the charges are included in the tour cost.

Vivekananda Rock Memorial:
Boat tickets to Vivekananda Rock Memorial are included. Boat services are subject to weather conditions and government regulations.

Palani Temple:
Winch/Ropeway charges at Palani Temple are not included and can be availed at an additional cost.

Temple Photography:
Photography and videography may not be permitted inside temple sanctums. Guests are requested to follow the rules issued by the temple authorities.

Footwear:
Footwear must be removed before entering all temple premises.

Shopping:
Popular purchases during the tour include Temple Prasadam, Palani Panchamirtham, Panchaloha Idols, Brass Lamps, Rudraksha Malas, Kumbakonam Brassware, Thanjavur Paintings, Madurai Cotton Sarees, Seashell Souvenirs from Kanyakumari, Auroville Handmade Products and Traditional South Indian Sweets.
An experienced Kannada-speaking Tour Manager will accompany the group throughout the tour and assist with hotel check-ins, temple visits, sightseeing and local coordination.

Wheelchair assistance is subject to availability at temple premises. Medical assistance will be arranged wherever possible, and all related expenses shall be borne by the guest.
Temple timings, darshan schedules, boat services to Vivekananda Rock Memorial, Auto Rickshaw services at Rameshwaram and Madurai, and local transportation are subject to weather conditions, government regulations, operational requirements and temple administration.

The sightseeing sequence may be modified if required to ensure the best possible pilgrimage experience.

Guests are requested to carry a valid Government-issued photo ID, follow the Tour Manager's instructions, adhere to temple dress codes and respect the customs and traditions at every religious place visited during the tour.
Website:
www.smttourpackages.com

Call / WhatsApp:
+91 94038 90729

Office Hours:
Monday to Saturday | 11:00 AM – 7:00 PM

Booking Options:
Bookings can be made through the SMT website, any SMT branch office or authorised travel partners.