Embark on a soul-enriching journey through the spiritual heart of South India with our 6 Nights / 7 Days Tamil Nadu Temple Tour Package. This sacred itinerary takes you across some of the most revered and architecturally stunning temples in Tamil Nadu, representing the essence of Dravidian culture, spirituality, and heritage.
Begin your pilgrimage in Chennai, exploring landmarks like Kapaleeshwarar Temple and Parthasarathy Temple. Continue to Kanchipuram, the “City of Thousand Temples,” renowned for its Vishnu and Shiva shrines including Ekambareswarar Temple, one of the Pancha Bhoota Sthalams (Earth Element).
Next, ascend to Thiruvannamalai to seek blessings at Arunachaleswarar Temple (Fire Element), and then journey to Chidambaram, where Lord Shiva performs the cosmic dance at the Nataraja Temple (Sky Element). In Trichy, visit the spiritual grandeur of Sri Ranganathaswamy Temple, and explore the Jambukeswarar Temple (Water Element) in Srirangam.
Discover the UNESCO-listed Brihadeeswarar Temple in Thanjavur, a living Chola-era marvel, before heading to the sacred island of Rameswaram, home to the Ramanathaswamy Jyotirlinga and part of the Char Dham. Conclude this sacred trail at Meenakshi Amman Temple in Madurai, one of India’s most iconic and active temple complexes.
This Tamil Nadu spiritual tour is ideal for pilgrims, temple lovers, and cultural travelers, combining religious significance with heritage exploration, personalized transfers, guided temple visits, and comfortable stays throughout.
6N-7D Tamil Nadu Temple Tour Package - Highlights
- Kapaleeshwarar Temple (Chennai) – Iconic Dravidian temple dedicated to Lord Shiva
- Parthasarathy Temple – One of the 108 Divya Desams, dedicated to Lord Krishna
- Ekambareswarar Temple (Kanchipuram) – Represents the Earth element (Prithvi) among Pancha Bhoota Sthalams
- Arunachaleswarar Temple (Thiruvannamalai) – Fire element temple of Lord Shiva
- Chidambaram Nataraja Temple – Sky element; famous for the cosmic dance of Shiva
- Jambukeswarar Temple (Srirangam) – Symbolizing the Water element; built over a natural spring
- Sri Ranganathaswamy Temple (Trichy) – Largest active functioning Hindu temple in India
- Brihadeeswarar Temple (Thanjavur) – UNESCO World Heritage Site and Chola architectural masterpiece
- Ramanathaswamy Temple (Rameswaram) – Sacred Jyotirlinga and Char Dham pilgrimage site
- Meenakshi Amman Temple (Madurai) – Twin-shrine marvel and one of India’s holiest temples
- Private Transfers with Local Support – Smooth intercity travel with experienced drivers
- Spiritual, Cultural & Historical Insights – Guided temple tours available on request
- Comfortable Stays at Pilgrim-Friendly Hotels – Well-located stays near temple towns
6N-7D Tamil Nadu Temple Tour Package Detailed Itinerary
Day 1 :
Arrival in Chennai | Heritage Temples
- Breakfast at the resort
- Full-day sightseeing covering:
- Botanical Garden – 100+ year-old horticulture marvel
- Doddabetta Peak – the highest point in Nilgiris
- Rose Garden – one of the largest in India
- Tea Factory & Museum – tea tasting experience
- Wax Museum (optional)
- Return to the hotel
Arrival at Chennai Airport/Railway Station (Meet & Greet)
Visit:
Kapaleeshwarar Temple – Shiva temple with magnificent gopuram
Parthasarathy Temple – One of the 108 Divya Desams
Overnight stay in Chennai
Meals: Dinner
Day 2 :
Chennai to Kanchipuram → Tiruvannamalai
- Breakfast & check-out from the hotel
- Drive to Kodaikanal (approx. 6-7 hrs via Palani Ghat)
- Arrive and check in at your resort amidst pine forests
- Evening at leisure or a short walk to Kodaikanal Lake
- Early morning drive to Kanchipuram (approx. 2 hrs)
- Visit:
- Kamakshi Amman Temple – A revered Shakti Peeth
- Ekambareswarar Temple – One of the PanchaBhoota Sthalams (Earth element)
- Continue to Tiruvannamalai (approx. 3 hrs)
- Visit:
- Arunachaleswarar Temple – Fire element (Agni) Sthalam
- Overnight stay in Tiruvannamalai
Meals: Breakfast & Dinner
Day 3 :
Tiruvannamalai to Chidambaram → Thanjavur
- Breakfast & check-out
- Drive to Pondicherry (approx. 2 hrs)
- Visit:
- Auroville – Peaceful township & Matrimandir viewpoint
- Sri Aurobindo Ashram
- French Colony – colourful lanes and colonial buildings
- Promenade Beach – Relax by the sea
- Basilica of the Sacred Heart of Jesus
- Check in to the hotel/resort
Breakfast at the hotel & check-out
Drive to Chidambaram (approx. 4 hrs)
Visit:
Nataraja Temple – Famous for Lord Shiva’s cosmic dance form; Sky element (Akasha)
Continue to Thanjavur (approx. 3.5 hrs)
Check in to your hotel
Overnight stay at Thanjavur
Meals: Breakfast & Dinner
Day 4 :
Thanjavur → Trichy | Rock Temples
- Breakfast at the hotel & check-out
- Drive back to Chennai Airport / Railway Station (approx. 3.5 hrs)
- En route, optional stops for photography/shopping
- Meals: Breakfast &Breakfast at the resort
- Explore Munnar’s best:
- Meals: Breakfast & DBreakfast & check-out
- Breakfast & check-out
Visit:
Brihadeeswarar Temple – UNESCO World Heritage Site, built by Raja Raja Chola
Drive to Trichy (approx. 1.5 hrs)
Visit:
Sri Ranganathaswamy Temple – The largest functioning Hindu temple, a top Divya Desam
Jambukeswarar Temple – Dedicated to Lord Shiva, represents the Water (Appu) element.
Overnight stay in Trichy.
Meals: Breakfast & Dinnerinner
Day 5 :
Trichy to Rameswaram | Jyotirlinga Darshan
- Breakfast & check-out
- Drive to Coimbatore Airport/Railway Station (approx. 3.5 hrs) for departure
Early breakfast & check-out
Long drive to Rameswaram (approx. 5.5 hrs)
En route view of Pamban Sea Bridge
Visit:
Ramanathaswamy Temple – One of the 12 Jyotirlingas of Lord Shiva
Agni Theertham – Sacred sea bath spot
Overnight stay at Rameswaram
Meals: Breakfast & Dinner
Day 6 :
Rameswaram to Madurai | Meenakshi Temple
- Breakfast & check-out
- Drive to Madurai (approx. 4 hrs)
- Visit:
- Meenakshi Amman Temple – An Iconic goddess temple, part of the Shakti Peeth circuit
- Optional: Evening light & sound show / Temple aarti
- Overnight stay in Madurai
Meals: Breakfast & Dinner
Day 7 :
Departure from Madurai
- Breakfast at the hotel
- Check-out & drop at Madurai Airport / Railway Station for the return journey
Meals: Breakfast