Chennai – Mahabalipuram – Pondicherry – Thanjavur – Madurai – 6N/7D
A comprehensive coastal-to-temple heritage route across Tamil Nadu's major cultural highlights. The itinerary is paced to combine sightseeing with enough time to appreciate the character of each destination rather than simply passing through.
Route order and sightseeing sequence can be customized according to arrival/departure points, hotel selection, local attraction timings, traffic, weather and your preferred pace.
Package Highlights
- Arrive in Chennai and visit Marina Beach and selected heritage landmarks after check-in
- Drive to Mahabalipuram and explore the Shore Temple, Pancha Rathas, Arjuna's Penance and other Pallava monuments
- Continue to Pondicherry and explore the French Quarter, Sri Aurobindo Ashram and promenade
- Proceed towards Thanjavur
- Drive to Madurai and visit Meenakshi Amman Temple
- Visit Thirumalai Nayak Palace and spend additional time around the temple and local markets
Detailed Day-wise Itinerary
6N/7D • Place-focused sightseeing and comfortable travel
Arrival in Chennai
Arrive in Chennai and visit Marina Beach and selected heritage landmarks after check-in.
Overnight stay: Chennai
Chennai – Mahabalipuram
Drive to Mahabalipuram and explore the Shore Temple, Pancha Rathas, Arjuna's Penance and other Pallava monuments.
Overnight stay: Mahabalipuram
Mahabalipuram – Pondicherry
Continue to Pondicherry and explore the French Quarter, Sri Aurobindo Ashram and promenade. Enjoy an easy evening by the coast.
Overnight stay: Pondicherry
Pondicherry – Thanjavur
Proceed towards Thanjavur. On arrival, visit the magnificent Brihadisvara Temple and explore the city's Chola heritage.
Overnight stay: Thanjavur
Thanjavur – Madurai
Drive to Madurai and visit Meenakshi Amman Temple. Explore the historic market streets around the temple complex.
Overnight stay: Madurai
Madurai Heritage Day
Visit Thirumalai Nayak Palace and spend additional time around the temple and local markets. The evening is free for cultural experiences.
Overnight stay: Madurai
Departure
Breakfast and onward transfer.
Overnight stay: —
Inclusions & Exclusions
Services can be customized according to your travel requirements
Package Inclusions
- Hotel accommodation as per selected category
- Daily breakfast
- Transfers and sightseeing as per itinerary
- Private vehicle for the tour, as applicable
- Driver allowance, tolls and parking
- Applicable taxes as per package terms
Package Exclusions
- Flights / train tickets
- Monument, temple and attraction entry fees
- Lunch and dinner unless specifically mentioned
- Guide charges, boating, activities or permits unless specifically included
- Personal expenses, laundry, tips and porter charges
- Anything not specifically mentioned under inclusions
Plan Your Tamil Nadu Holiday
Share your travel dates, number of travellers and hotel preference with Imperial Indian Journey. We can customize this itinerary around your preferred pace and sightseeing interests.