The cradle of ancient Dravidian culture, Tamil Nadu extends from the Coromandel Coast in the east to the Western Ghats in the west. It is the homeland of one of humanity’s living classical civilizations, that has continued to thrive uninterruptedly for two millennia. The tradition is very much alive even today in Tamil language, dance, poetry and Hindu religion. All round the year there are festivals and fairs, adding colour and liveliness to the atmosphere. Long, sandy and sunny beaches give you the perfect picnic spots that you can wish for. The enchanting, natural beauty will leave you speechless. It is home to rich sanctuaries, thick forests, tall mountains, soothing hill stations and gushing waterfalls. Now a World Heritage Site, the 7th century port city of Mamallapuram is home to spectacular rock-cut temples. The former French enclave of Puducherry and British forts and churches reflect Tamil Nadu’s colonial legacy. Many towns in the state have the prefix Tiru, which means “sacred,” and the name indicates the presence of a major religious site. The people of Tamil Nadu are traditionally hospitable and humble. Tourists will feel at home wherever they go.
Embark on Royal Wheel India's Enchanting Tamil Nadu tour. Explore Chennai's Dravidian architecture, Mahabalipuram's UNESCO sites, Pondicherry's French charm, Tanjore's Brihadeeswarar Temple, and Madurai's cultural vibrancy, ending in Ooty's serene hill stations.
Duretion : 18 Nights | 19 Days .
Destinations Covered : Chennai - Kanchipuram - Mahabalipuram - Pondicherry - Tranquebar - Kumbakonam - Tanjore - Chettinad - Rameshwaram - Madurai - Trichy
On your arrival at Chennai International Airport or Domestic airport , you will be given a warm welcome from our company repersentetive and introduce to your tour driver, will assist you in the entire trip, boad on cab and Then proceed to Kanchipuram to visit Kamakshi Amman temple, Varadaraja Perumal temple and Kailasanatha swami temple and you can also visit Kanchipuram silk factory. Chennai, on the Bay of Bengal in eastern India, is the capital of the state of Tamil Nadu. The city is home to Fort St. George, built in 1644 and now a museum showcasing the city’s roots as a British military garrison and East India Company trading outpost, when it was called Madras. Religious sites include Kapaleeshwarar Temple, Overnight Stay in Hotel.
This morning you will be proceeding to Mahabalipuram. En route you can visit Tirukkalukkunram Temple and then proceed to Mahabalipuram. Rest of the day is free for you at beach resort.
Tirukalukundram: is known for the Vedagiriswarar temple complex, popularly known as kazhugu koil (eagle-temple). The temple consists of two structures, one at the foot-hill and the other on the hill's crest.Tirukalukundram also known as Tirukazhukundram is a panchayat town and Taluk head of Tirukalukundram taluk in Chengalpattu district in the Indian state of Tamil Nadu. It is famous for the Vedagiriswarar temple, a Hindu temple dedicated to Lord Shiva.
Mamallapuram: or Mahabalipuram, is a town on a strip of land between the Bay of Bengal and the Great Salt Lake, in the south Indian state of Tamil Nadu. It’s known for its temples and monuments built by the Pallava dynasty in the 7th and 8th centuries. The seafront Shore Temple comprises 3 ornate granite shrines. Krishna’s Butter Ball is a massive boulder balanced on a small hill near the Ganesha Ratha stone temple. Overnight stay in Mahabalipuram.
Day 03 : Mahabalipuram
Today you will be visiting the Cholamandalam Artist village where you can enjoy the contemporary art forms of India portrayed and you can buy souvenirs to take back to your family in the gift shops. Also Visit Dakshinachitra, the complex housing the model villages replicating the different regions and cultures of Tamil Nadu. The typical streets and houses are created representing the different lifestyles of people. Rest of the day is free for you to take rest at beach resort or to stroll along the sea shore.
Mamallapuram: or Mahabalipuram, is a town on a strip of land between the Bay of Bengal and the Great Salt Lake, in the south Indian state of Tamil Nadu. It’s known for its temples and monuments built by the Pallava dynasty in the 7th and 8th centuries. The seafront Shore Temple comprises 3 ornate granite shrines. Krishna’s Butter Ball is a massive boulder balanced on a small hill near the Ganesha Ratha stone temple. Overnight stay in Mahabalipuram Beach Resort.
Whole day is for local sightseeing which covers the wonders on stones. The monolithic Arjuna penance, shore temple, Krishna’s Butterball and Five Rathas make you awestruck with the beauty and the architectural elegance with which they have been sculpted. The entire region is recognized as the World Heritage Site by UNESCO. Photo fanatics, historians, Archaeologists and Environmentalists love to visit these wonders again and again. Mahabalipuram remains as the living testimony of the Pallavas Dynasty. Overnight Stay at beach resort.
This morning after checking out from the hotel head to Pondicherry, the erstwhile French colony still beholding its charm in the form of splendid architectures and the well planned topography of the city. On your way to Pondicherry, visit Gingee fort, Auroville ashram and Aurobindho ashram (optional).
Pondicherry is a tourist destination. The city has many colonial buildings, churches, temples, and statues which, combined with the town planning and French-style avenues in the old districts, still preserve much of the colonial ambiance.Pondicherry (or Puducherry), a French colonial settlement in India until 1954, is now a Union Territory town bounded by the southeastern 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, Overnight Stay in Pondicherry.
Whole day is to explore the city around the French colony and you can enjoy the cycle rickshaw ride here. The centuries old buildings, museum, Library all grab your attention, exhibiting the remnants of the French heritage and culture.
The history of Puducherry can broadly be classified into two periods: pre-colonial and colonial. The pre-colonial period started with the reign of the Pallavas, who ruled the empire from 325 to 900, after which came the Chola dynasty, from 900 to 1279, and the Pandya dynasty, from 1279 to 1370. During the 14th century, the city was under the rule of Naikship of Gingee of the Vijayanagara Empire, The colonial period began with the Portuguese, the first Europeans to conduct trade in textiles, in 1521, and subsequently, the Dutch and the Danes in the 17th century.,The prospering trade of Puducherry attracted the French, and the predominant feature of the town was laid by the French pioneer Francois Martin in the form of a French settlement, in 1674. In 1693, Puducherry was captured by the Dutch and subsequently restored in 1699, with the Treaty of Ryswick..Overnight Stay in Pondicherry.
This morning you will be proceeding to Tranquebar. On your way ahead, visit Chidambaram Nataraja temple, Vaitheeswaran temple in Vaitheeswaran Koil . Also stop at Poompuhar to visit Silappathikara Art Gallery, portraying the significant events of the Tamil Epic Silappathikaram with the lead pair as Kovalan and Kannagi. After reaching Tranquebar, visit the Danish Fort, a 16th century architecture and the second largest in the series of Danish Forts built across the countries.
Tharangambadi, formerly Tranquebar, is a town in the Mayiladuthurai district of the Indian state of Tamil Nadu on the Coromandel Coast. It lies 15 kilometres north of Karaikal, near the mouth of a distributary named Uppanar of the Kaveri River. Overnight Stay in Tranquebar.
This morning start your drive to Kumbakonam, the city of temples. En route you can visit Thirunallaru temple, popularly known for worshipping to escape from the ill effects of the planetary transitions of Saturn. Also visit one of the Great Living Chola Temples at Dharasuram Airavaiteshwara temple. After reaching Kumbakonam, visit the prominent temples bringing fame to the city and the rest of the day is free for you to explore.Kumbakonam, or Kudanthai, is a city municipal corporation in the Thanjavur district in the Indian state of Tamil Nadu. It is located 40 km from Thanjavur and 282 km from Chennai and is the headquarters of the Kumbakonam taluk of Thanjavur district. It is the second largest city in the district after Thanjavur.Overnight Stay in Kumbakonam.
This day, you will be proceeding to explore Kumbakonam and its various interesting locations. This may include the prominent temples, Mahamham tank where the Mahamaham festival is celebrated every TWELVE years and other less explored temples. Kumbakonam, a quaint town in Tamil Nadu, is best described by the harmonious temple bell rings that greet visitors on every street, striking architecture spanning Dravidian, Vijayanagara, Chola, and Nayak styles, and lip-smacking local cuisine. Just 146 km from Pondicherry, this temple town is also renowned for its impeccable bronze and metal craftsmanship (perfect for souvenirs), temple circuits, and authentic filter coffee for a Kumbakonam-style caffeine kick. Read on to discover the best tourist places to visit in Kumbakonam, when to go, where to stay, and more. Overnight Stay at Kumbakonam.
This morning you will be proceeding to Tanjore, the erstwhile capital of the great Chola Dynasty. It will be an awe inspiring moment to visit the thousand years’ old Brihadeeshwara temple, a world renowned architecture with a massive gateway tower topped with an 80tonne monolithic rock. The sanctum houses a magnificent Linga idol and an equally huge Bull statue is placed facing the sanctum. Also visit the Tanjore Palace of Nayak dynasty and Museum. Thanjavur is a city in the south Indian state of Tamil Nadu. Its many temples include the 11th-century Brihadeeswarar Temple, a vast Chola dynasty–era complex with a frescoed interior. Thanjavur Maratha Palace is home to the centuries-old Saraswathi Mahal Library, with palm-leaf manuscripts, and Thanjavur Art Gallery, with bronze statues. Tamil University Museum displays coins, folk artifacts and musical instruments. Overnight Stay at Tanjore.
This morning proceed to Chettinad. Chettinad is the region populated with the famous trading community called Chettiars who have extended their territories across the countries in the recent years. Their residences in the Chettinad region are worth paying a visit for their architectural elegance and grandeur. Among all, the palatial residence with thousand windows is the most spectacular one. On your way to Chettinad, visit the popular temples in the Pudukottai town. After reaching Chettinda, the day is at your leisure to visit old bungalows and heritage buildings. Overnight Stay in Heritage Bungalow.
Two days are required to explore the beauty of the Chettinad citadels. The Chettinad cuisine is an equally wonderful one and is a must to be tasted. The spicy and yummy dishes served hot on banana leaves, kindles your taste buds with their rich aroma, which is undoubtedly unique! Spend your time walking through the long corridors of the palatial Chettinad residences and taste the delicious Chettinad dishes. Part of these houses have also been refurbished as heritage hotels without spoiling the antiquity and ethnicity of the decades old buildings.Overnight Stay in Heritage Bungalow.
This morning you will be proceeding to Rameshwaram, the most popular sacred centre in Hinduism. Visit Ramanatha Swami temple, which is believed to be the shrine where Lord Rama carried out the poojas and rituals to escape from the ill effects of having killed the demon king Ravana as referred in the famous Hindu Epic Ramayana. Also visit Ramar Patham, Pamban Bridge and other few interesting locations nearby.
Rameswaram: is a town on Pamban Island, in the southeast Indian state of Tamil Nadu. It’s 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 a hill with island views. A chakra (wheel) here is said to bear an imprint of Lord Rama’s feet. Overnight Stay in Rameshwaram.
This morning start your drive to Madurai, one of the oldest cities in the world with the longest civilization in practice. Madurai is also acclaimed as the Sleepless city as the entire city is seen to be vibrant round the clock. After reaching Madurai, the rest of the day is free for you to explore the streets around.The city has a number of historical monuments, with the Koodal Azhagar temple, Meenakshi Temple and the Thirumalai Nayakkar Mahal being the most prominent. Madurai is an important industrial and educational hub in South Tamil Nadu.
Madurai is an energetic, ancient city on the Vaigai River in the South Indian state of 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.Overnight Stay in Madurai
Madurai and the nearby locations can be explored leisurely in two days’ time. Meenakshi Amman Temple is the grandest temple in South India with more than 30000 sculptures.People believe that since the ancient times, Meenakshi Amman rules Madurai with her consort Lord Sundareswarar. Lot of festivals are celebrated in this temple round the year and the Chithirai Thiruvizha celebrated during April every year is world’s one of the longest festival lasting for one month.
Thirumalai Nayakkar Mahal is yet another architectural splendour built during the Nayak dynasty. The magnificent pillars and the huge corridors make the visitors spellbound. Thiruparankundram, Pazhamudhir Solai are some of the other locations thronged by tourists around Madurai. Overnight Stay in Madurai
This morning After your breakfast checkout your room , board on cab ,starts your drive to Trichy. Visit the world’s largest functioning temple at Srirangam. With the presiding deity Ranganatha Swamy in the reclining posture, the temple grabs your attention with the number of sub shrines and the elegant gateway towers.Also Visit the Rock Fort Uchi Pillayar temple, where the temple is atop the rock whose age is estimated to be more than 3.5 billion years.
iruchirappalli (also called Tiruchi or Trichy) is an ancient city in India's southern Tamil Nadu state. The Kaveri and Kollidam rivers flow around Srirangam Island, which is known for sacred Hindu sites Sri Ranganathaswamy Temple, with intricately carved gopurams (towering gateways), and Jambukeswarar-Akilandeswari Temple, dedicated to the god Shiva. The Rock Fort Temple complex towers over the city center. Overnight Stay at Trichy.
Trichy has many interesting places to explore. Samayapuram Mariamman temple, Tiruvanaikoil Akilandeswari temple are the other popular shrines. The shopping areas are more interesting where you can have good experiences with the street vendors as well as the shopping malls. After a full day of exploring Trichy,
According to Hindu mythology, Tiruchirappalli derives its name from the three-headed demon Trishira, who meditated on the Hindu god Shiva near the present-day city to obtain favours from the god.[21] An alternative derivation, albeit not universally accepted,is that the source of the city's name is the Sanskrit word "Trishirapuram"—Trishira, meaning "three-headed", and palli or puram meaning "city".[Overnight Stay at Trichy.
Having your warm Delicious Breakfast,Let check out your rooms and you will be transferred to Chennai airport to board your flight as per your departure schedule.
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