How to Plan a Kanchipuram Trip from Chennai
Planning a Kanchipuram trip from Chennai is an excellent choice for travellers who want to explore ancient temples, experience Tamil Nadu’s spiritual heritage, and enjoy a peaceful day trip. Known as the City of Thousand Temples, Kanchipuram is famous for its historic Shiva and Vishnu temples, traditional architecture, and religious significance. Rajamanickam Tours and Travels offers well-planned Chennai to Kanchipuram Half-Day and One-Day Tour Packages at reasonable prices, with convenient pickup and drop-off from your home or hotel in Chennai. Choose from comfortable AC cars, including Swift Dzire, Etios, Ertiga, Innova, and Innova Crysta, to enjoy a convenient temple tour with fuel, driver bata, toll, and parking charges included as specified in the package.
Which Kanchipuram Trip Should You Choose?
- Half day trip: Best if you’re short on time or travelling with elders and want to see the four main temples.
- One day trip: Best if you want a relaxed pace and a complete darshan of ten important places, including smaller temples and the Kanchi Kamakodi Peetam.
Kanchipuram Half Day Trip: Temples Covered
- Kamatchi Amman Temple
- Ekambareswarar Temple
- Kailasanathar Temple
- Varadharaja Perumal Temple
- Vaigunda Perumal Temple (time permitting)
Want to see Kanchipuram along with another popular destination in a single day? Here are our most-booked combo trips from Chennai. Pick a tour, check the starting price, and click the link for the full itinerary and booking details.
| S.No | Tour Name | Price Starts | Quick Link |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Kanchipuram Mahabalipuram One Day Trip | ₹5,000 | View Package |
| 2 | Kanchipuram Vellore One Day Trip | ₹6,000 | View Package |
| 3 | Kanchipuram Thiruthani One Day Trip | ₹4,900 | View Package |
| 4 | Kanchipuram Tiruvannamalai One Day Trip | ₹7,500 | View Package |
Prices are starting rates and may vary by vehicle type and travel date.
Half Day Tour Itinerary
Option 1: Morning Plan
| Time | Plan |
|---|---|
| 6:00 AM | Pickup at Chennai city |
| 8:00 AM | Breakfast |
| 8:45 AM | Visit Kamatchi Amman Temple |
| 10:00 AM | Visit Ekambareswarar Temple |
| 10:45 AM | Visit Kailasanathar Temple |
| 11:30 AM | Visit Varadharaja Perumal Temple |
| 12:30 PM | Proceed to Chennai |
| 2:30 PM | Drop at Chennai |
Option 2: Evening Plan
| Time | Plan |
|---|---|
| 1:30 PM | Pickup at Chennai city |
| 4:00 PM | Visit Kamatchi Amman Temple |
| 5:15 PM | Visit Ekambareswarar Temple |
| 6:00 PM | Visit Kailasanathar Temple |
| 6:45 PM | Visit Varadharaja Perumal Temple |
| 7:45 PM | Dinner |
| 8:30 PM | Proceed to Chennai |
| 10:30 PM | Drop at Chennai city |
Chennai to Kanchipuram Half Day Tour Package Price
| Vehicle | Price |
|---|---|
| Swift Dzire AC Car | ₹4,250 |
| Etios AC Car | ₹4,250 |
| Ertiga AC Car | ₹5,750 |
| Innova AC Car | ₹5,750 |
| Crysta AC Car | ₹6,250 |
All prices include fuel, driver bata, toll and parking.
Places Covered in the One Day Kanchipuram Tour
- Kamatchi Amman Temple
- Ulagalanda Perumal Temple
- Vaigunda Perumal Temple
- Kumarakottam Murugan Temple
- Pandava Thootha Perumal Temple
- Kanchi Kudil
- Kanchi Kamakodi Peetam
- Ekambareswarar Temple
- Kailasanathar Temple
- Varadharaja Perumal Temple
Chennai to Kanchipuram One Day Trip Itinerary
| Time | Plan |
|---|---|
| 6:00 AM | Pickup at Chennai home or hotel |
| 8:00 AM | Breakfast |
| 8:45 AM | Kamatchi Amman Temple |
| 10:00 – 10:30 AM | Ulagalanda Perumal Temple |
| 10:40 – 11:00 AM | Vaigunda Perumal Temple |
| 11:10 – 11:30 AM | Kumarakottam Murugan Temple |
| 11:50 AM – 12:30 PM | Pandava Thootha Perumal Temple |
| 1:00 – 2:00 PM | Lunch break |
| 2:15 – 2:30 PM | Kanchi Kudil |
| 2:45 – 3:30 PM | Kanchi Kamakodi Peetam |
| 4:00 – 4:45 PM | Ekambareswarar Temple |
| 5:00 – 5:30 PM | Kailasanathar Temple |
| 5:45 – 6:45 PM | Varadharaja Perumal Temple |
| 7:00 PM | Proceed to Chennai |
The plan is built around temple opening hours. Most temples close in the afternoon, so the schedule covers the smaller temples in the morning, breaks for lunch, and returns for the larger temples in the evening.
Chennai to Kanchipuram One Day Tour Package Price
| Vehicle | Price |
|---|---|
| Swift Dzire AC Car | ₹4,500 |
| Etios AC Car | ₹4,500 |
| Ertiga AC Car | ₹6,000 |
| Innova AC Car | ₹6,000 |
| Crysta AC Car | ₹6,500 |
All prices include fuel, driver bata, toll and parking.
- Swift Dzire or Etios: Comfortable for couples or small families of up to 4.
- Ertiga or Innova: Better for larger families or groups with luggage and elders.
- Crysta: The most spacious and comfortable option for longer sittings and a premium experience.
- Start early. A 6:00 AM pickup helps you beat Chennai traffic and reach the first temple before the crowds.
- Dress modestly. Cover shoulders and knees. Traditional wear is appreciated.
- Carry cash and socks. Temple floors get hot, and small vendors may not take cards or UPI reliably.
- Check temple timings. Opening hours vary and can change during festivals. The Vaigunda Perumal Temple visit in the half day plan depends on time and permission.
- Make time for silk. Kanchipuram is known for handwoven silk sarees. You can ask your driver to stop at a trusted weavers’ society or showroom.
- Try the local food. The famous Kanchipuram idli is worth tasting during your breakfast or lunch stop.
Book Your Kanchipuram Tour Package
Whether you want a quick half day darshan or a full day covering ten sacred places, Rajamanickam Tours and Travels takes care of the pickup, the route, and the timing so you can focus on the temples.
Call or WhatsApp: [+91 9841862359 | +91 9176070718]
Email: [ rajamanickamtravels@gmail.com | rajamanickamtours@gmail.com ]
Book in advance, especially for weekends and festival days.