Southern India Odyssey: Velankanni, Rameswaram, Thiruchendur, Kanyakumari, Kuttralam, and Madurai

  1. Day 1: Velankanni
    10.00 am Start your journey from Velankanni
    12.30 pm (170 km) Reach Rameswaram

    Paying homage to Lord Shiva at the Ramanathaswamy Temple is an overwhelming experience; take a stroll across the Pamban Bridge to see the legendary Adam's Bridge.

  2. Day 2: Thiruchendur
    8.00 am Begin your day from Rameswaram
    10.00 am (89 km) Reach Thiruchendur

    Emerge yourself in the divinity of Lord Murugan's largest temple in Tamil Nadu. A refreshing bath in the Thiruchendur Sea will revitalize you.

  3. Day 3: Kanyakumari
    8.00 am Start from Thiruchendur
    11.30 am (195 km) Reach Kanyakumari

    Kanyakumari awaits you with stunning sunrise and sunset views. Visit the Vivekananda Rock Memorial and the Thiruvalluvar Statue. Take a dip in the Tri-sea Sangamam, where the Arabian Sea, Indian Ocean, and Bay of Bengal meet.

  4. Day 4: Kutralam
    9.00 am Depart from Kanyakumari
    1.15 pm (300 km) Reach Kuttralam

    Plan a day of relaxation at the beautiful Sengottaiyan Kottaram and the 500ft high Five Falls. The mud therapy available here will leave you rejuvenated.

  5. Day 5: Madurai
    9.00 am Head towards Madurai from Kuttralam
    12.45 pm (160 km) Reach Madurai

    Madurai, known as the City of Temples, boasts of numerous temples and structures which are Indian architectural marvels. Visit the famous Meenakshi Amman Temple and the Thirumalai Nayakkar Palace.

Time and Cost Estimates

  • Ramanathaswamy Temple (2 hours, free)
  • Thiruchendur Temple (2 hours, free)
  • Vivekananda Rock Memorial (1.5 hours, INR 50)
  • Five Falls in Kuttralam (4 hours, INR 100)
  • Total Estimated Costs: INR 150

Useful tips

If you have more time, plan for a detour to the Sun Temple in Konark, Hill Station of Ooty, Pondicherry, or Mahabalipuram. If you have limited time, skip Kuttralam, as it takes almost an entire day to explore the falls and nearby attractions

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