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A large rock formation with a staircase leading up to a building, a tower, and a clear sky. 1
An ornate interior with high ceilings, intricate columns, and a grand arched doorway. 2
A courtyard with arches and columns. 3
An intricately decorated interior with ornate arches and detailed carvings. 4
An ancient temple with a large gopuram, a pillared pavilion, and a smaller shrine. 5
By MTA Destination Management Company
Free cancellation available
Price is AU$664 per adult* *Get a lower price by selecting multiple travellers
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Features

  • Free cancellation available
  • 2d
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Selective hotel pickup

Overview

  • Discover the cultural heritage of Tamil Nadu on this 2-day journey through Trichy, Tanjore, and Madurai. Explore sacred temples, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and historic palaces while experiencing the region's remarkable architecture, rich traditions, and timeless legacy.

Activity location

  • Sri Ranganathaswamy Temple
    • Srirangam, 7 km north of Tiruchy
    • 620006, Tiruchirappalli, India

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Sri Ranganathaswamy Temple
    • Srirangam, 7 km north of Tiruchy
    • 620006, Tiruchirappalli, India

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Transport + Guide + Entrances

  • Activity duration is 2 days2d
    2d
  • English

Transport + Guide + Entrances: This option includes private transport, an English-speaking guide, and entrance fees to all listed monuments.
Pickup included

Language options: English
Starting time: 7:00 AM
Price details
AU$663.56 x 1 AdultAU$663.56
Total
Price is AU$663.56
Until Wed, 9 Sept

Tour with 3 Star Hotels

  • Activity duration is 2 days2d
    2d
  • English

Tour with 3 Star Hotels: Includes 3-star accommodation, private transport, an English-speaking guide, and monument entrance fees.
Pickup included

Language options: English
Starting time: 7:00 AM
Price details
AU$791.27 x 1 AdultAU$791.27
Total
Price is AU$791.27
Until Wed, 9 Sept

What's included, what's not

  • Inclusions
    Entrance fees to all monuments and attractions mentioned in the itinerary.
  • Inclusions
    01 night's accommodation in Madurai, including breakfast. (If option is selected with accommodation)
  • Inclusions
    Services of an English-speaking driver.
  • Inclusions
    All tolls, parking charges, fuel, and driver allowance.
  • Inclusions
    Sightseeing as per the programme.
  • Inclusions
    Airport pick-up at Trichy and drop-off at Madurai Airport.
  • Inclusions
    Services of an English-speaking guide as per the itinerary.
  • Inclusions
    Private air-conditioned vehicle for all transfers and sightseeing.
  • Exclusions
    International and domestic airfare.
  • Exclusions
    Lunches, dinners, and drinks unless specified.
  • Exclusions
    Personal expenses such as tips, laundry, telephone calls, and drinks.
  • Exclusions
    Travel insurance.
  • Exclusions
    Any services not specifically mentioned under "Inclusions."

Know before you book

    • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
    • Specialised infant seats are available
    • Not recommended for travellers with poor cardiovascular health
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Activity itinerary

Day 1: Arrive Trichy – Tanjore – Madurai

  • 4 stops
  • Meals: Not included
  • Accommodation: Not included

Sri Ranganathaswamy Temple

  • 1h
  • Admission ticket included
Sri Ranganathaswamy Temple is one of India's largest and most revered Hindu temples, dedicated to Lord Ranganatha (Lord Vishnu). Renowned for its towering Rajagopuram, intricate Dravidian architecture, and seven concentric enclosures, the temple is a major pilgrimage site and one of the 108 sacred Divya Desams.

Rock Fort Temple

  • 1h
  • Admission ticket included
Rock Fort Temple is a historic hilltop temple complex built atop a 3.8-billion-year-old rock. Famous for the Ucchi Pillayar Temple dedicated to Lord Ganesha, it offers panoramic views of Tiruchirappalli and the Kaveri River after a climb of over 400 steps.

Thanjavur Royal Palace and Art Gallery

  • 1m
  • Admission ticket included
Thanjavur Royal Palace is a historic palace complex built by the Nayak rulers and later expanded by the Marathas. It features grand courtyards, a museum showcasing Chola bronzes and royal artefacts, an art gallery, and the iconic Bell Tower, offering a glimpse into the region's rich royal heritage.

Brihadeeswara Temple

  • 1h
  • Admission ticket included
Brihadeeswarar Temple is a magnificent 11th-century UNESCO World Heritage Site built by the Chola king Rajaraja I. Dedicated to Lord Shiva, it is celebrated for its towering granite vimana, exquisite Dravidian architecture, and remarkable stone carvings, making it one of India's greatest temple masterpieces.

Day 2: Madurai Sightseeing – Departure

  • 3 stops
  • Meals: Not included
  • Accommodation: Not included

Gandhi Memorial Museum

  • 1h
  • Admission ticket included
Gandhi Memorial Museum is one of India's most important museums dedicated to Mahatma Gandhi. Housed in the historic Tamukkam Palace, it showcases photographs, letters, personal belongings, and exhibits tracing Gandhi's life and India's struggle for independence.

Madurai Meenakshi Amman Temple

  • 1h
  • Admission ticket included
Meenakshi Amman Temple is one of South India's most celebrated Hindu temples, dedicated to Goddess Meenakshi and Lord Sundareswarar (Shiva). Renowned for its towering, intricately carved gopurams and magnificent Dravidian architecture, it is a vibrant centre of worship and a masterpiece of Tamil heritage.

Thirumalai Nayakkar Palace

  • 1h
Thirumalai Nayak Palace is a magnificent 17th-century palace built by King Thirumalai Nayak. Renowned for its grand courtyards, towering columns, and elegant Indo-Saracenic architecture, it stands as one of Tamil Nadu's finest examples of royal heritage.

Location

Activity location

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    Sri Ranganathaswamy Temple
    • Srirangam, 7 km north of Tiruchy
    • 620006, Tiruchirappalli, India

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • PEOPLEPEOPLE
    Sri Ranganathaswamy Temple
    • Srirangam, 7 km north of Tiruchy
    • 620006, Tiruchirappalli, India

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