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Planning a trip to South India? Our Tamil Nadu Tour Package is designed to show you the real Tamil Nadu — not just the temples, but also the beaches, hill stations, food, and everyday culture.
Starting in Chennai, the route covers Mahabalipuram, Kanchipuram, Puducherry, Yelagiri, Ooty, Thanjavur, Kanyakumari and Madurai at an easy, unhurried pace. One day you’re exploring UNESCO-listed monuments and thousand-year-old Dravidian temples, the next you’re walking through colonial streets in Puducherry or watching the mist roll in over the hills in Ooty.
Whether you love history, temples, or just want to try authentic South Indian food and meet locals, this trip is planned to be comfortable and hassle-free — with good guides, private transport, and stays that are actually comfortable.
It’s perfect for families, couples, and solo travellers who want meaningful sightseeing without rushing. Book with Monu Tours and experience why South India stays with you — one temple, one hill town, and one sunset at a time.
Tamil Nadu is a land where ancient temples rise beside quiet beaches, where French-colonial streets sit a few hours from misty hill stations, and where every meal tastes like tradition. This 17-day South India itinerary from Monu Tours is built for travelers who want more than a checklist — it’s a journey through the state’s temples, coastlines, hills, and heritage towns at a comfortable, well-paced rhythm.
Across seventeen days, you’ll move through Chennai, Mahabalipuram, Kanchipuram, Puducherry, Yelagiri, Ooty, Thanjavur, Madurai, and Kanyakumari — a route that blends UNESCO World Heritage temples, colonial architecture, hill-station calm, and India’s southernmost coastline into one seamless trip.
📞 For bookings and travel planning, call Monu Tours: 0091-7275602585
| Day | Route | Highlights |
| 1 | Arrival in Chennai | Airport pickup, hotel check-in, leisure evening |
| 2 | Chennai city tour | Fort St. George, Government Museum, Kapaleeshwarar Temple, San Thome Basilica |
| 3 | Chennai → Mahabalipuram | Shore Temple, Five Rathas, Arjuna’s Penance |
| 4 | Mahabalipuram | Cave Temples, Krishna’s Butter Ball, beach & handicraft markets |
| 5 | Mahabalipuram → Kanchipuram | Ekambareswarar Temple, Kailasanathar Temple, silk saree markets |
| 6 | Kanchipuram → Puducherry | French Quarter, Promenade Beach, Auroville, Sri Aurobindo Ashram |
| 7 | Puducherry | Sacred Heart Basilica, Botanical Garden, French War Memorial |
| 8 | Puducherry → Yelagiri | Hill station arrival, Swamimalai Hill trek |
| 9 | Yelagiri | Yelagiri Lake, Jalagamparai Waterfalls |
| 10 | Yelagiri → Ooty | Botanical Gardens, Doddabetta Peak |
| 11 | Ooty | Nilgiri Mountain Toy Train ride |
| 12 | Ooty → Thanjavur | Brihadeeswara Temple (UNESCO site) |
| 13 | Thanjavur | Thanjavur Palace, Saraswathi Mahal Library |
| 14 | Thanjavur → Madurai | Meenakshi Amman Temple |
| 15 | Madurai | Gandhi Memorial Museum, Thirumalai Nayakkar Palace, local street food |
| 16 | Madurai → Kanyakumari | Kanyakumari Temple, Vivekananda Rock Memorial, Thiruvalluvar Statue, sunset point |
| 17 | Departure via Thiruvananthapuram | Airport transfer and onward journey |
Land at Chennai International Airport, where a Monu Tours representative will greet you and transfer you to your hotel. Spend the day settling in after your journey — check into your room, unwind, and if you’re up for it, stroll through a nearby market or take an easy evening walk to get your first feel of the city. Overnight in Chennai.
Start the day with a guided tour of Chennai’s landmarks. Step inside Fort St. George, one of India’s oldest surviving British-era forts, then move on to the Government Museum, home to extensive archaeology, art, and anthropology collections. In the afternoon, visit Kapaleeshwarar Temple, a striking Dravidian-style shrine dedicated to Lord Shiva, followed by San Thome Basilica, a revered Christian pilgrimage church built over the tomb of St. Thomas the Apostle. Round off the evening with classic South Indian fare — idli, dosa, sambhar, and rasam. Overnight in Chennai.
After breakfast, drive roughly two hours south to Mahabalipuram (Mamallapuram), a UNESCO World Heritage town famed for its 7th-century rock-cut monuments. Check into your hotel, then explore the iconic Shore Temple and the Five Rathas, a set of monolithic temple chariots carved from single rocks. Later, visit Arjuna’s Penance, one of the largest open-air rock reliefs anywhere in the world. Overnight in Mahabalipuram.
Spend the morning exploring the Mahabalipuram Cave Temples and the gravity-defying Krishna’s Butter Ball, a massive boulder balanced on a slope for centuries. In the afternoon, unwind on the beach or browse the local handicraft stalls known for stone and wood carvings. Seafood enthusiasts should try the fresh local catch for dinner. Overnight in Mahabalipuram.
Drive to Kanchipuram, one of Tamil Nadu’s most significant temple towns. Visit the Ekambareswarar Temple and Kailasanathar Temple, both showcasing intricate Dravidian craftsmanship and centuries of religious history. In the afternoon, browse Kanchipuram’s famous silk markets, renowned across India for their handwoven silk sarees. Overnight in Kanchipuram.
Head to Puducherry (Pondicherry), a coastal town shaped by its French colonial past. After check-in, wander the French Quarter’s pastel streets, then visit Promenade Beach, the Sri Aurobindo Ashram, and the Matrimandir at Auroville. Puducherry’s blend of European charm, spiritual retreats, and laid-back café culture makes for a refreshing change of pace. Overnight in Puducherry.
Continue exploring Puducherry with visits to the Basilica of the Sacred Heart of Jesus, the Botanical Garden, and the French War Memorial. Spend the evening browsing boutique shops or relaxing at one of the town’s many seaside cafés. Overnight in Puducherry.
Drive to Yelagiri, a quiet hill station tucked into green hills, far from the usual tourist crowds. After settling into your hotel, head out for a trek up Swamimalai Hill, one of the region’s most popular trekking routes. Overnight in Yelagiri.
Explore Yelagiri Lake and the Jalagamparai Waterfalls, then spend the rest of the day soaking in the hill station’s calm, browsing local markets, and sampling South Indian street snacks. Overnight in Yelagiri.
Travel to Ooty, the queen of South India’s hill stations. After check-in, visit the Botanical Gardens and climb to Doddabetta Peak, the highest point in the Nilgiri Hills, for sweeping mountain views. Overnight in Ooty.
Board the legendary Nilgiri Mountain Toy Train, a UNESCO-recognized heritage railway and one of India’s most scenic rail journeys. Wind through tunnels, tea estates, and forested valleys as the train makes its way toward Coonoor or Mettupalayam, depending on your chosen route. Overnight in Ooty.
Drive to Thanjavur, a city steeped in Chola-era art and architecture. Visit the Brihadeeswara Temple, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the finest examples of Dravidian temple architecture in India, built over a thousand years ago. Overnight in Thanjavur.
Explore the Thanjavur Palace, with its royal artifacts and historic sculptures, and the Saraswathi Mahal Library, home to a rare collection of ancient manuscripts. Overnight in Thanjavur.
Drive to Madurai, one of India’s oldest continuously inhabited cities. In the evening, visit the breathtaking Meenakshi Amman Temple, celebrated for its towering, intricately carved gopurams and vibrant spiritual energy. Overnight in Madurai.
Visit the Gandhi Memorial Museum and Thirumalai Nayakkar Palace, then explore Madurai’s bustling markets and try local specialties like Jigarthanda and Paruthi Paal. Overnight in Madurai.
Drive to Kanyakumari, mainland India’s southernmost point. Visit the Kanyakumari Temple, the Vivekananda Rock Memorial, and the towering Thiruvalluvar Statue, then watch the sun set where the Arabian Sea, Bay of Bengal, and Indian Ocean converge. Overnight in Kanyakumari.
After breakfast, drive roughly three hours to Thiruvananthapuram International Airport for your onward journey. Your Tamil Nadu tour concludes here, with lasting memories of temples, coastlines, hill stations, and South Indian culture. Tour ends.
Q: How many days does the Tamil Nadu tour package cover?
This is a 17-day, 16-night itinerary covering Chennai, Mahabalipuram, Kanchipuram, Puducherry, Yelagiri, Ooty, Thanjavur, Madurai, and Kanyakumari.
Q: Which are the major temples covered in this tour?
Highlights include Kapaleeshwarar Temple, Ekambareswarar and Kailasanathar Temples in Kanchipuram, Brihadeeswara Temple in Thanjavur, Meenakshi Amman Temple in Madurai, and Kanyakumari Temple.
Q: Does the tour include a hill station experience?
Yes — the itinerary includes two hill stations, Yelagiri and Ooty, along with a ride on the scenic Nilgiri Mountain Toy Train.
Q: How can I book this Tamil Nadu tour package?
Contact Monu Tours directly at 0091-7275602585 for bookings, pricing, and customized itinerary options.
Plan your South India journey today. Contact Monu Tours at 0091-7275602585 for a personalized Tamil Nadu travel experience.
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