Experience of Tamil Nadu

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~~$2890~~

$2753

Experience of Tamil Nadu

11 Days Starting and ending in Chennai

Visiting: Chennai, Mahabalipuram, Puducherry, Thanjavur, Tiruchirappalli, Madurai

Tour operator:

GT India Tours

Tour code:

11EOTN

Guide Type:

Fully Guided

Group size:

1 - 10

Physical rating:

Low

Age range:

1-80

Special diets catered:

Meat, Jain, Halal, Vegetarians, Vegans, Kosher

Tour operated in:

English , French , German , Spanish

From: $2890 $2753 (USD) Travel Club discount: -$137

NB: Prices correct on 18-Jan-2025 but subject to change.

Tour Overview

This tour will provide amazing experience to the most historical and fascinating tourist destinations of South India. This tour starting with the amazing Chennai then we will take you on a journey to the ancient temples of Kanchipuram, Mahabalipuram and Madurai. Where you will see the temples and monuments of Dravidian style, Pallava dynasty and Chola dynasty.

Highlights

Explor the heritage site of Mahabalipuram built by the Pallava dynasty in the 7th and 8th centuries.
Visit holy pilgrimage in Kanchipuram home to many temples. The 8th-century Kailasanathar Temple, dedicated to Lord Shiva.
Explor the heritage site of Madurai famous for Dravidian-style temple.
Get to know about the ancient history of South India.

Places You'll See

Chennai

Kanchipuram

Mahabalipuram

Puducherry

Thanjavur

Madurai

Itinerary

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Day 1 : Arrival At Chennai

Location: Chennai

Accommodation: Hotel

On the day of arrival at Chennai airport, Gt India Tours representative will assist you at airport and later transfer to your hotel for night stay. Rest of the day free for leisure activities.
Overnight at Hotel.

Day 2 : Chennai - Kanchipuram - Mahabalipuram (140 Km / 3:30 Hrs)

Location: Mahabalipuram

Accommodation: Hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast

Today morning after breakfast and check out from the hotel later drive to Mahabalipuram, via en-route visit to Kanchipuram the city of 1000 temples and one of the seven sacred cities in India, here you can visit the Kamakshi Amman Temple, The Kanchi Kailasanathar temple, Varadharaja Perumal Temple and Ekambareswarar Temple. Later continue drive to Mahabalipuram. Upon arrival at Mahabalipuram, check-in to your hotel for night stay. Rest of the day free for your own activities.
Overnight at Hotel.

Day 3 : At Mahabalipuram

Location: Mahabalipuram

Accommodation: Hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast

Today morning after breakfast later proceed for sightseeing tour to Mahabalipuram, visit the Thirukadalmallai, Shore Temple, Pancha Pandava Rathas, Arjuna’s Penance, Caves, and Krishna’s Butterball. After your sightseeing tour back to the hotel for night stay.
Overnight at Hotel.

Day 4 : Mahabalipuram - Puducherry (99 Kms / 3 Hrs)

Location: Puducherry

Accommodation: Hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast

Today morning after breakfast and check out from the hotel later drive to Puducherry. Upon arrival at Puducherry, check-in to your hotel for night stay. Rest of the day free for your own activities.
Overnight at Hotel.

Day 5 : At Puducherry

Location: Puducherry

Accommodation: Hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast

Today morning after breakfast continue to explore the city, visit Aurobindo Ashram, Botanical Garden, Memorial House, Arulmigu Manakula Vinayagar Temple, Varadharaja Perumal Temple. Enjoy boating at Chunnambar Backwater & the beautiful beaches of Puducherry. After sightseeing tour to Puducherry later back to your hotel for night stay.
Overnight at Hotel.

Day 6 : Puducherry - Thanjavur (165 Kms / 4 Hrs)

Location: Thanjavur

Accommodation: Hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast

Today morning after breakfast and check out from hotel later drive to Thanjavur. Upon arrival at Thanjavur check-in to your hotel for night stay. Later proceed for half day city tour to Thanjavur, visit the Schwartz Church, Sivaganga Gardens, Lord Murugan Temple and Sangeetha Mahal.
Overnight at Hotel.

Day 7 : Thanjavur - Trichy (60 Kms / 1:30 Hrs)

Location: Tiruchirappalli

Accommodation: Hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast

Today morning after breakfast and check out from hotel later drive to Trichy. Upon arrival at Trichy check-in to your hotel for night stay. Later proceed for sightseeing tour to Trichy, visit Rock Fort Temple, Jambukeswarar Temple and Srirangam Temple.
Overnight at Hotel.

Day 8 : Trichy - Madurai (140 Kms / 2:30 Hrs)

Location: Madurai

Accommodation: Hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast

Today morning after breakfast and check out from hotel later drive to Madurai. Upon arrival at Madurai check-in to your hotel for night stay. Rest of the day free for your own activities.
Overnight at Hotel.

Day 9 : At Madurai

Location: Madurai

Accommodation: Hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast

Today morning after breakfast later proceed for sightseeing tour to Madurai visit Meenakshi Sundareswarar, one of the largest temple complex in India. Later visit Thirupparamkunram Murugan Temple, Pazhamudircholai Murugan Temple. Also visit the Thirumalai Nayakkar Palace, Alagar kovil and Gandhi Museum. After sightseeing back to the hotel.
Overnight at Hotel.

Day 10 : Madurai - Chennai (By Flight)

Location: Chennai

Accommodation: Hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast

Today morning after breakfast and check out from hotel later drive to Madurai airport to board the flight for Chennai. Upon arrival at Chennai our representative assist you to transfer for your hotel. Rest of the day free for your own activities.
Overnight at Hotel.

Day 11 : Departure From Chennai

Location: Chennai

Meals Included: Breakfast

Today morning after breakfast and check out from hotel later drive to Chennai airport to board the flight for your next destination.

What's Included

Dining

10 Breakfast
10 Nights accommodation based on double / twin sharing basis

3 Star Accommodation.
Assistance during arrival and departure by Gt India Tours
All transfers including airport transfers by an AC vehicle
English speaking guide at Chennai, Kanchipuram, Mahabalipuram, Thanjavur, Trichy and Madurai
Visit to the famous ancient temples of Thanjavur and Trichy
One mineral water bottle per person per day
All applicable taxes.

What's Not Included

Visas Fee (if applicable)
Monument entry fees
Tips (always optional, but some guidance will be given in the pre-departure information pack you’ll receive after booking)
Beverages other than drinking water & any costs of a personal nature
International/Internal flights to/from the start/finish of the trip

Check out our Q&As

What currencies are required for this tour?

INR is local currency.
What is the standard of the hotels on this tour?

3 Star.
Will passengers from another country be participating in the tour?

Yes
What is the maximum group size?

10
Are children permitted to take part in the tour?

Yes

Are airport transfers included in this tour?

Yes
What happens if a group doesn’t make its minimum required number of passengers?

100% Departure if there is single traveller.
Is there any free time to explore places during the tour?

Yes
Do you require a visa for this holiday?

Only for foreign national traveller.
What is the fitness level required to do this tour?

Healthy.
Is free Wi-Fi available in the accommodation used?

Yes
What is the tipping policy?

Tips always optional.
Is the tour coach air conditioned?

Yes
Do I need to purchase travel insurance before travelling?

Absolutely. Every traveller is required to purchase travel insurance before the start of their tour. Due to the varying nature, availability and cost of health care around the world, travel insurance is very much an essential and necessary part of every journey.
Are the local guides on the tour English speaking?

Yes
Company Instant Book

Yes
Is there a supplement for solo travellers?

Yes
Can you assist with pre or post tour accommodation?

Yes
Will I know the names and details of all the accommodation before I depart?

Yes
How many people will be on my trip?

GTIndia Tours provide private and group tour it's completely depend on you which category you are choose. if you are choosing a group tour there is maximum 40 guests.
Will the accommodation included meet local health and safety regulations?

We select our hotels for their quality, impeccable service and comfort, with the majority of them having air-conditioning. Few hotels don't have air conditioning due to the colder climate.
Do I need travel insurance?

We strongly recommend that all guests have a travel insurance policy to ensure your peace of mind before and while travelling. It's important that you protect yourself in case of trip cancellations, an interruption for any reason, baggage delays or loss of baggage and medical expenses.
Am I contributing to any charity by booking the tour?

GTIndia Tours is a not-for-profit organisation established in 2011. So far, GTIndia Tours work hard to help underprivileged communities and support sustainable tourism around the world.
What if I have special dietary requirements?

We can accommodate guests who are vegetarian and can assist with diabetic, gluten-free and other medically-recommended diets. Please advise us at time of booking. Unfortunately, we’re unable to supply meals in accordance with strict religious requirements. We can’t provide salt-free, Kosher, Halal, requests for specific dietary supplements such as soya milk, and high protein or low-carb meals.
Who will be my travelling companions on the tour?

The beauty of taking a guided holiday with us is you’ll have the opportunity to meet and travel with people from all over the globe.

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Jan 21, 2025 - Jan 31, 2025

~~$2890~~ $2753 (USD)