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Comprehensive South India Pilgrimage & Cultural Tour from Kolhapur with Travel Distances and Costs

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Day Day 1: Travel & Scenic Stops

Kolhapur to Tirupati, India on September 8, 2025

8:00 AM

Departure from Kolhapur

Start your journey heading towards Tirupati with planned stops at Belgaum, Hubli, and Guntur to stretch and refresh.
INR 1200 per head (fuel and tolls approx.), Approx. 12h

8:00 PM

Arrival & Dinner in Tirupati

After check-in, enjoy dinner at a local restaurant specializing in authentic Andhra cuisine.
INR 500 per head, 1.5h
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Day Day 2: Tirupati Darshan & Kanchipuram Visit

Tirupati - Kanchipuram - Pondicherry, India on September 9, 2025

6:30 AM

Tirupati Darshan

Visit the famous Venkateswara Temple, soak in the spirituality and architectural beauty.
Free, donations optional, 3h

11:00 AM

Breakfast at Saravana Bhavan

Taste classic South Indian breakfast dishes in this popular chain.
INR 150 per head, 1h

12:30 PM

Travel to Kanchipuram

Drive approximately 120 km (2h) north to renowned temple town Kanchipuram.
INR 400 per head (fuel/tolls), 2h

2:30 PM

Temple Visit & Silk Shopping

Experience Kailasanathar Temple and shop famous Kanchipuram silks.
INR 500 per head approx. for shopping, 3h

6:00 PM

Drive to Pondicherry

Proceed about 100 km (3h) south to the French colonial town of Pondicherry.
INR 500 per head, 3h

9:00 PM

Dinner in Pondicherry

Dine at Le Cafe, enjoying coastal and French fusion cuisine.
INR 600 per head, 1.5h
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Day Day 3: Pondicherry to Madurai via Tanjavur and Trichy

Pondicherry - Tanjavur - Trichy - Madurai, India on September 10, 2025

7:30 AM

Morning Walk & Aurobindo Ashram Visit

Enjoy a relaxing walk along the Promenade Beach and visit the peaceful Ashram.
Free, 2h

9:30 AM

Breakfast at Bread and Chocolate

Indulge in a French bakery-style breakfast with coffee.
INR 300 per head, 1h

10:30 AM

Travel to Tanjavur

Drive approx. 180 km in about 4 hours to reach the Brihadeeswarar Temple city.
INR 600 per head, 4h

2:30 PM

Brihadeeswarar Temple Visit

Explore this UNESCO World Heritage Site and marvel at the architecture.
INR 50 per head, 2h

4:30 PM

Drive to Trichy

Short 60 km (~1.5h) drive to Trichy, famous for its temples and rock fort.
INR 200 per head, 1.5h

6:00 PM

Rockfort Temple Visit

Visit this iconic fort temple perched atop a massive rock for sunset views.
INR 25 per head, 1.5h

7:30 PM

Drive to Madurai

Travel 130 km (~3h) overnight or late evening arrival for easier next day start.
INR 400 per head, 3h

9:30 PM

Dinner in Madurai

Enjoy local cuisine at Hotel Gokul with authentic Tamil dishes.
INR 500 per head, 1h
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Day Day 4: Madurai Temples & Rameshwaram

Madurai - Rameshwaram, India on September 11, 2025

7:00 AM

Meenakshi Amman Temple

Witness the grandeur and rituals of one of South India's most revered temples.
Free, 2.5h

9:30 AM

Breakfast at Murugan Idli Shop

Taste some of the best idlis and South Indian coffee in town.
INR 200 per head, 1h

10:30 AM

Drive to Rameshwaram

Travel 170 km east to this sacred island town known for its temples and religious significance.
INR 500 per head, 3h

2:00 PM

Check-in & Rest

Relax before evening temple visits.
0, 1h

3:30 PM

Ramanathaswamy Temple Visit

Explore the temple's historic corridors and sacred tanks.
Free, 2h

6:30 PM

Gandhamadana Parvatham Sunset

Enjoy sunset views over the island from the highest point.
Free, 1h

8:00 PM

Dinner in Rameshwaram

Relish Tamil Nadu coastal cuisine at your hotel or nearby restaurants.
INR 600 per head, 1h
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Day Day 5: Return Journey

Rameshwaram to Kolhapur, India on September 12, 2025

6:00 AM

Early Departure

Begin your approximately 1500 km, 23-hour journey back to Kolhapur with breaks in Guntur, Hubli, and Belgaum.
INR 2000 per head (fuel, tolls), 23h

5:00 AM (Sep 13)

Arrival in Kolhapur

Conclude your engaging and spiritual South India trip at your home base.
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