Heritage & Serenity: Madurai, Thanjavur, Puducherry & Beyond (6 Nights/7 Days)

Heritage & Serenity: Madurai, Thanjavur, Puducherry & Beyond (6 Nights/7 Days)

Embark on a journey through the cultural heart of South India with this 6-night itinerary covering Tamil Nadu and Puducherry. Begin in Chennai, the gateway to the South, before exploring the temple cities of Madurai and Thanjavur with their magnificent Dravidian architecture. Continue to the French-inspired coastal town of Puducherry, where spirituality meets seaside charm, and end at Mahabalipuram, a UNESCO World Heritage site famed for its rock-cut temples and sculptures. A perfect blend of heritage, spirituality, and coastal beauty awaits you.

Tour Plan

Day 01 Arrive at Chennai Airport

Arrive at Chennai Airport and transfer to hotel. Overnight stay in Chennai.

Day 02 Chennai ✈ Madurai

Morning flight to Madurai. On arrival, check in at the hotel. Afternoon sightseeing includes the Gandhi Museum, the majestic Thirumalai Nayak Palace, and the world-renowned Meenakshi Amman Temple. Overnight stay in Madurai.

Day 03 Madurai ➝ Thanjavur (186 km / 3 hrs)

Drive to Thanjavur and check in at hotel. Explore the Brihadeeswara Temple, a UNESCO World Heritage site and one of India’s grandest Shiva temples, followed by a visit to Thanjavur Palace. Overnight stay in Thanjavur.

Day 04 Thanjavur ➝ Puducherry (180 km / 3.5 hrs)

Drive along the scenic south coast to Puducherry. Discover the French-influenced charm of this coastal town, with colonial architecture, vibrant streets, and cultural landmarks. Visit Auroville – the City of Dawn, an experimental township promoting harmony and sustainable living. Overnight stay in Puducherry.

Day 5 Puducherry

Visit Sri Aurobindo Ashram and explore Puducherry’s French Quarter, local markets, or beaches at leisure. Overnight stay in Puducherry.

Day 06 Puducherry ➝ Mahabalipuram ➝ Chennai (100 km / 2 hrs + 50 km / 1 hr)

Morning drive to Mahabalipuram. Explore its UNESCO-listed monuments including the Shore Temple, Five Rathas, Arjuna’s Penance, and Krishna’s Butterball. Late afternoon drive to Chennai. Overnight stay in Chennai or transfer to airport depending on flight schedule.

Day 07 Chennai Sightseeing (Optional) / Departure

Depending on your flight timing, visit Marina Beach, Kapaleeshwarar Temple, or Fort St. George before departure.

Tour Plan

Day 01 Arrive at Chennai Airport

Arrive at Chennai Airport and transfer to hotel. Overnight stay in Chennai.

Day 02 Chennai ✈ Madurai

Morning flight to Madurai. On arrival, check in at the hotel. Afternoon sightseeing includes the Gandhi Museum, the majestic Thirumalai Nayak Palace, and the world-renowned Meenakshi Amman Temple. Overnight stay in Madurai.

Day 03 Madurai ➝ Thanjavur (186 km / 3 hrs)

Drive to Thanjavur and check in at hotel. Explore the Brihadeeswara Temple, a UNESCO World Heritage site and one of India’s grandest Shiva temples, followed by a visit to Thanjavur Palace. Overnight stay in Thanjavur.

Day 04 Thanjavur ➝ Puducherry (180 km / 3.5 hrs)

Drive along the scenic south coast to Puducherry. Discover the French-influenced charm of this coastal town, with colonial architecture, vibrant streets, and cultural landmarks. Visit Auroville – the City of Dawn, an experimental township promoting harmony and sustainable living. Overnight stay in Puducherry.

Day 5 Puducherry

Visit Sri Aurobindo Ashram and explore Puducherry’s French Quarter, local markets, or beaches at leisure. Overnight stay in Puducherry.

Day 06 Puducherry ➝ Mahabalipuram ➝ Chennai (100 km / 2 hrs + 50 km / 1 hr)

Morning drive to Mahabalipuram. Explore its UNESCO-listed monuments including the Shore Temple, Five Rathas, Arjuna’s Penance, and Krishna’s Butterball. Late afternoon drive to Chennai. Overnight stay in Chennai or transfer to airport depending on flight schedule.

Day 07 Chennai Sightseeing (Optional) / Departure

Depending on your flight timing, visit Marina Beach, Kapaleeshwarar Temple, or Fort St. George before departure.

Included/Excluded

  • Double room accommodation with bed & breakfast basis – 6 nights
  • Transport by AC Crysta Innova for the entire tour
  • Air ticket Chennai – Madurai (for 2 persons, if applicable)
  • All applicable taxes
  • Guide services
  • Entrance fees at monuments and attractions
  • Tips and gratuities

Tour Map

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Embark on a journey through the cultural heart of South India with this 6-night itinerary covering Tamil Nadu and Puducherry. Begin in Chennai, the gateway to the South, before exploring the temple cities of Madurai and Thanjavur with their magnificent Dravidian architecture. Continue to the French-inspired coastal town of Puducherry, where spirituality meets seaside charm, and end at Mahabalipuram, a UNESCO World Heritage site famed for its rock-cut temples and sculptures. A perfect blend of heritage, spirituality, and coastal beauty awaits you.

Tour Plan

Day 01 Arrive at Chennai Airport

Arrive at Chennai Airport and transfer to hotel. Overnight stay in Chennai.

Day 02 Chennai ✈ Madurai

Morning flight to Madurai. On arrival, check in at the hotel. Afternoon sightseeing includes the Gandhi Museum, the majestic Thirumalai Nayak Palace, and the world-renowned Meenakshi Amman Temple. Overnight stay in Madurai.

Day 03 Madurai ➝ Thanjavur (186 km / 3 hrs)

Drive to Thanjavur and check in at hotel. Explore the Brihadeeswara Temple, a UNESCO World Heritage site and one of India’s grandest Shiva temples, followed by a visit to Thanjavur Palace. Overnight stay in Thanjavur.

Day 04 Thanjavur ➝ Puducherry (180 km / 3.5 hrs)

Drive along the scenic south coast to Puducherry. Discover the French-influenced charm of this coastal town, with colonial architecture, vibrant streets, and cultural landmarks. Visit Auroville – the City of Dawn, an experimental township promoting harmony and sustainable living. Overnight stay in Puducherry.

Day 5 Puducherry

Visit Sri Aurobindo Ashram and explore Puducherry’s French Quarter, local markets, or beaches at leisure. Overnight stay in Puducherry.

Day 06 Puducherry ➝ Mahabalipuram ➝ Chennai (100 km / 2 hrs + 50 km / 1 hr)

Morning drive to Mahabalipuram. Explore its UNESCO-listed monuments including the Shore Temple, Five Rathas, Arjuna’s Penance, and Krishna’s Butterball. Late afternoon drive to Chennai. Overnight stay in Chennai or transfer to airport depending on flight schedule.

Day 07 Chennai Sightseeing (Optional) / Departure

Depending on your flight timing, visit Marina Beach, Kapaleeshwarar Temple, or Fort St. George before departure.

Included/Excluded

  • Double room accommodation with bed & breakfast basis – 6 nights
  • Transport by AC Crysta Innova for the entire tour
  • Air ticket Chennai – Madurai (for 2 persons, if applicable)
  • All applicable taxes
  • Guide services
  • Entrance fees at monuments and attractions
  • Tips and gratuities

Tour Map

Comments are closed.