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Trichy, Madurai, Rameshwaram & Thanjavur Temples Tour

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Product Code : AGORA411

Explore the ancient temples and rich cultural heritage of South India with the Trichy, Madurai, Rameshwaram & Thanjavur Temples Private Tour. This 5-day tour takes you on a journey through some of the most stunning temples in the region, including the Sri Ranganathaswamy Temple, Meenakshi Temple, Ramanathaswamy Temple, and Brihadeshwara Temple. You'll also visit the historical Thirumalai Nayakar Palace and the scenic Adams Bridge, among other sites, for an immersive experience of the Tamil Nadu region.

 

Day 1: Arrive Trichy

Upon arrival at Trichy airport, you will be greeted by our representative who will assist you in your transfer to the hotel. After checking in, you will visit the famous Sri Ranganathaswamy Temple, which is the largest functional temple in the world. The temple complex covers an area of 156 acres, with 22 gopurams and is renowned for its impressive architecture. You will also visit the Rock Fort Temple, which is perched on a 3800 million-year-old rock and is one of the oldest in the world. Finally, you will visit the Jambukeswarar Temple, a beautiful temple dedicated to Lord Shiva, which features five concentric walls and seven gopurams. Overnight at the hotel.

 

Day 2: Trichy - Madurai (140kms)

After breakfast at the hotel, you will proceed to Madurai, where you will check in at the hotel. Your first stop will be the Meenakshi Temple, one of the largest temple complexes in India, which is renowned for its intricate sculptures and beautiful ceremonies. You will also visit the Thirumalai Nayakar Palace, which is an excellent example of the blend of Dravidian and Rajput styles. Additionally, you will visit Alagar Koil, Tiruparankundram Murugan Temple, and Palamuthirsolai Murugan Temple. Overnight at the hotel.

 

Day 3: Madurai - Rameshwaram (170kms)

After breakfast at the hotel, you will proceed to Rameshwaram, where you will check in at the hotel. Your first stop will be the Ramanathaswamy Temple, which is one of the 12 Jyotirlinga temples and features the world's longest corridor and immaculate carvings on the pillars. You will also visit Lakshmana Tirtham, which was constructed in memory of Lord Lakshman, brother of Lord Rama, and has beautiful marble sculptures of Lord Lakshmana, Lord Rama, and Goddess Sita. Additionally, you will visit Adams Bridge, which is a chain of reefs, sandbanks, and islets that almost connects Sri Lanka with India. Overnight at the hotel.

 

Day 4: Rameshwaram - Thanjavur (250kms)

After breakfast at the hotel, you will proceed to Thanjavur. En route, you will visit Chettinad, which is renowned for its 19th-century mansions that are adorned with marble, teak, and decorative items that were imported from East Asian countries and Europe. Upon arrival in Thanjavur, you will check in at the hotel. Overnight at the hotel.

 

Day 5: Thanjavur - Trichy (60kms)

After breakfast at the hotel, you will visit the famous Brihadeshwara Temple, which was built in the 10th century and is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. You will also visit the Vijayanagar Fort, which was built by Nayaks and Maratha rulers during the early 1550 AD. Finally, you will visit the Thanjavur Art Gallery and the Saraswathi Mahal Library, where over 30,000 palm leaf and paper manuscripts are preserved. Later, you will proceed to Trichy, where you will be dropped off at the airport for your onward destination.

- Assistance on arrival at airport.

- 4 Nights' accommodation in selected price category hotels.

- Daily breakfast at hotels.

- Private AC car/van for airport transfers, sightseeing, and excursions as per the program.

- English speaking tour guide on sightseeing days (local guide in each city), as per program.

- Monument entrances and activities charges mentioned in the itinerary.

- Bottled drinking water in car.

- Government taxes.

 

Hotels used or similar for 4 nights accommodation

Trichy x 1 night
3* - Red Fox Hotel/ Grand Gardenia
4* & 5* - Sangam Hotels

Madurai x 1 night
3* - Astoria by Sparsa/ Madurai’s Residency
4* - GRT Regency/ Fortune Pandiyan Hotel
5* - Heritage Madurai/ The Gateway Hotel Pasumalai

Rameshwaram x 1 night 
3* & 4*- Daiwik Hotel
5* - Hyatt Place Rameswaram

Thanjore x 1 night
3* - Grand Gardenia/ Oriental Towers 
4* - Sangam Hotels/ Ideal River View Resort
5* - Svatma

- Any flight tickets.

- Camera charges at monuments if any.

- Meals other than mentioned in the inclusions.

- Expenses of personal nature like liquor, laundry, tips, telephone, fax, internet etc. 

- Gratuities and optional activities.

- Anything not mentioned in inclusions.