South India Temple Tour – Chennai to Pondicherry – 5 Days
Offered by Luxury Taj Tours
On this 5-day temple tour, you'll get to see and experience South India's rich spiritual, historical, and cultural history. Visit the holy temples of Kanchipuram, the UNESCO World Heritage rock-cut monuments of Mahabalipuram, and the peaceful French colonial charm of Pondicherry. This trip is the right mix of dedication, history, and coastal beauty. Visit famous temples in Chennai include the Kapaleeshwarar Temple and the Parthasarathy Temple. Kanchipuram is one of India's seven holy towns. It is known for its old temples and silk. The Shore Temple, Five Rathas, and Arjuna's Penance are just a few of the UNESCO World Heritage Sites at Mahabalipuram. Walk around the French Quarter, Sri Aurobindo Ashram, and the beaches of Pondicherry. Take a private, comfortable ride and visit the sights with a guide.
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Trip Highlights
Day-by-Day Itinerary
Arrive in Chennai When you arrive at Chennai Airport or the Railway Station, one of our representatives will meet you and take you to your accommodation. After you check in, go to Marina Beach, Kapaleeshwarar Temple, and Parthasarathy Temple. Evening free time. Stay in Chennai for the night.
Chennai to Kanchipuram to Mahabalipuram After breakfast, drive to Kanchipuram, which is famous for its old temples and silk weaving. It takes around two hours to get there. Go to the Kailasanathar Temple, the Ekambareswarar Temple, and the Kamakshi Amman Temple. To see the Shore Temple, Five Rathas, and Arjuna's Penance, all UNESCO World Heritage Sites, drive for around 1.5 hours to Mahabalipuram. Stay in Mahabalipuram for the night.
From Mahabalipuram to Pondicherry After breakfast, get in your car and drive to Pondicherry, which will take about two and a half hours. When you get there, check in at your accommodation and then go to Sri Aurobindo Ashram, Auroville, the French Quarter, and Rock Beach. Take it easy on the beach promenade in the evening. Stay at Pondicherry for the night.
Visit Pondicherry to enjoy the sights After breakfast, keep exploring Pondicherry. Go to the Manakula Vinayagar Temple, the Sacred Heart Basilica, and the Botanical Garden. Later, you can shop in marketplaces that look like they are in France or relax on Paradise Beach. Stay the night at Pondicherry.
Leaving Pondicherry for Chennai After breakfast, drive back to Chennai. It will take about four hours. You will be taken to Chennai Airport or the Railway Station for your next trip, where you will remember the spiritual and cultural treasures of South India.
What's Included
- ✓Four nights in carefully chosen hotels with breakfast every day
- ✓A private air-conditioned car for the whole excursion
- ✓Water in bottles while traveling
- ✓You can pick up and drop off at Chennai Airport or the train station.
- ✓Seeing the sights according to the plan
- ✓Parking, tolls, and money for the driver
What's Not Included
- ✗Tickets for flights and trains
- ✗Fees to go into museums, temples, or monuments
- ✗Lunch, dinner, and other personal costs
- ✗Guide services (costs extra)
- ✗Anything that isn't listed as an inclusion
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