7 Days Tamilnadu Tour Package from Chennai
Looking for the best plan for a 7 days Tamilnadu tour package from Chennai? This 6 nights / 7 days round trip takes you through the temple towns of the Chola delta, the holy island of Rameswaram, the southern tip at Kanyakumari, and the great temples of Madurai and Trichy. You travel in a private AC car with a driver, so you can set a comfortable pace.
Read the plan below. For any clarification or booking enquiry, send a WhatsApp message to +91 9176070718.
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Tour at a Glance
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Destinations | Chidambaram, Thirunallar, Kumbakonam, Thanjavur, Rameswaram, Kanyakumari, Madurai, Trichy |
| Duration | 6 Nights / 7 Days |
| Starts and ends | Chennai (pickup and drop at Chennai, or the Trichy to Chennai transfer on Day 7) |
| Vehicle | Private AC car |
| Stay | Budget / standard AC hotels, double or triple sharing |
| Meals | Complimentary breakfast at the hotel |
7 Days Tamilnadu Tour Package from Chennai Overview
| Day | Route | Highlights | Night stay |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Chennai → Chidambaram → Karaikal | Thillai Nataraja Temple | Karaikal |
| 2 | Karaikal → Thirunallar → Kumbakonam | Saneeswaran Temple, Kumbakonam temples | Kumbakonam |
| 3 | Kumbakonam → Thanjavur → Rameswaram | Brihadeeswarar Temple | Rameswaram |
| 4 | Rameswaram → Kanyakumari | Agni Theertham, 22 holy wells, Ramanathaswamy Temple | Kanyakumari |
| 5 | Kanyakumari → Madurai | Sunrise, Vivekananda Rock, Thiruvalluvar Statue | Madurai |
| 6 | Madurai → Trichy | Meenakshi Amman Temple, Azhagar Koil, Srirangam, Jambukeswarar Temple | Trichy |
| 7 | Trichy → Chennai | Departure |
Detailed 7 Days Itinerary
Day 1: Chennai to Chidambaram and Karaikal
Your driver picks you up in Chennai and drives to Chidambaram. In the evening, after 4:00 PM, visit the Thillai Nataraja Temple, the famous shrine of Shiva as the cosmic dancer. After darshan, continue to Karaikal and transfer to your hotel.
Night stay: Karaikal
Day 2: Karaikal to Thirunallar and Kumbakonam
After breakfast and hotel checkout, drive to Thirunallar and visit the Saneeswaran (Dharbaranyeswarar) Temple, widely visited by devotees seeking relief from Saturn-related difficulties. Continue to Kumbakonam and check in. After freshening up, set out after 4:00 PM to see Kumbakonam’s local temples:
- Adhi Kumbeswarar Temple
- Sarangapani Temple
- Chakrapani Temple
- Airavateswara Temple
- Mahamaham Tank
Return to the hotel.
Night stay: Kumbakonam
Day 3: Kumbakonam to Thanjavur and Rameswaram
After breakfast and checkout, drive to Thanjavur to visit the Brihadeeswarar Temple, the great Chola temple and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Then continue to Rameswaram, check in, and relax.
Night stay: Rameswaram
This is a long driving day, so start early.
Day 4: Rameswaram to Kanyakumari
Start early with a bath at Agni Theertham (the sea), followed by the traditional bath at the 22 holy wells (theerthams) inside the Ramanathaswamy Temple. Then have darshan at the temple and at the Parvathavarthini Amman Temple. Return for breakfast and checkout, then visit:
- Hanuman Temple
- Ramar Padam
- Kothandaramar Temple
Then drive to Kanyakumari, check in, and relax.
Night stay: Kanyakumari
Day 5: Kanyakumari to Madurai
Rise early for the sunrise at 6:30 AM at Triveni Sangamam, where three seas meet. After breakfast and checkout, visit:
- Bhagavathi Amman Temple
- Vivekananda Rock Memorial
- Thiruvalluvar Statue
- The beach
Then drive to Madurai and transfer to your hotel.
Night stay: Madurai
Day 6: Madurai to Trichy
Start with early-morning darshan at the Meenakshi Amman Temple. After breakfast and checkout, drive to Azhagar Koil to visit the Kallazhagar Temple and the Pazhamudhircholai Murugan Temple. Continue to Trichy, check in, and freshen up. In the evening, after 4:00 PM, visit the Srirangam Ranganathaswamy Temple, then the Jambukeswarar Temple at Thiruvanaikaval, before returning to the hotel.
Night stay: Trichy
Day 7: Trichy to Chennai (Departure)
After breakfast and checkout, you are driven to Chennai Airport or railway station for your onward journey. The Trichy to Chennai drive takes approximately 6 hours.
- Chola temple belt: Chidambaram, Kumbakonam, and Thanjavur
- Rameswaram: The holy sea bath and the 22 theerthams
- Kanyakumari: Sunrise at the southern tip of India
- Madurai: The Meenakshi Amman Temple
- Trichy: Srirangam and Jambukeswarar Temple
- Pancha Bhoota bonus: Two of the five element Shiva temples are on this route. Chidambaram represents space, and Thiruvanaikaval represents water.
Package Includes
- Chennai to Chidambaram, Kumbakonam, Thanjavur, Rameswaram, Kanyakumari, Madurai, Trichy, and Chennai drop: 7 days of travel by private AC car as per the itinerary
- Car costs: fuel, driver bata, toll gates, and parking
- 6 nights’ stay in budget / standard AC hotels on double / triple sharing basis
- Complimentary breakfast at the hotel
- All applicable taxes
Package Excludes
- Flight and train tickets
- Additional or unspecified meals and drinks
- Entrance fees at sightseeing spots, to be paid directly by the guest
- Personal expenses
- Best season: October to March is the most comfortable. April to June is hot, and November to December can bring rain.
- Dress code: Traditional attire is expected at most temples. Check each temple’s current rules.
- Timings: Temples usually close for a midday break, and timings change on festival days. Your driver can plan around them.
- Long drive days: Day 3, Day 4, and Day 7 involve longer driving. Carry water and snacks.
- Rameswaram bath: Carry a change of clothes and a towel for the sea bath and the 22 wells, and a waterproof bag for your phone.
- Footwear and cash: Keep some cash for temple offerings, entrance fees, and small purchases.
- Book early for festival dates and long weekends.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is 7 days enough for a Tamil Nadu tour from Chennai?
Yes, it covers the main temple circuit across the delta, Rameswaram, Kanyakumari, Madurai, and Trichy at a steady pace, though some days involve long drives.
What is the best time for this tour?
October to March, when the weather is cooler.
Is the vehicle private?
Yes, the package uses an individual AC car with fuel, driver bata, tolls, and parking included.
Are meals included?
Only complimentary breakfast at the hotel is included.
Are entrance fees included?
No. Entrance fees at sightseeing spots are paid directly by the guest.
What type of hotels are used?
Budget or standard AC hotels on double / triple sharing basis.
Can the itinerary be changed?
Please send your request on WhatsApp to +91 9176070718, and the team can advise on possible changes.
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