South Tamil Nadu Itinerary for June 2023

  1. Day 1: Madurai
    10 minutes (3.2 km) from Madurai Airport

    Visit the famous Meenakshi Amman Temple and witness the breathtaking architecture and intricate carvings. Then, head to the Gandhi Memorial Museum to learn about India's freedom struggle and Mahatma Gandhi's life.

  2. Day 2: Rameswaram
    3 hours (172 km) from Madurai

    Explore the Ramanathaswamy Temple, one of the twelve Jyotirlinga temples in India, and admire the Dravidian architecture. Then, visit the Pamban Bridge, India's first sea bridge and enjoy the stunning views of the ocean.

  3. Day 3: Kanyakumari
    4 hours 30 minutes (310 km) from Rameswaram

    Watch the sunrise over the ocean at the southernmost tip of India. Then, visit the Vivekananda Rock Memorial, a serene meditation spot, and the Thiruvalluvar Statue, a towering tribute to the Tamil poet and philosopher.

  4. Day 4: Kovalam
    2 hours 30 minutes (90 km) from Kanyakumari

    Relax on the beaches of Kovalam, known for their pristine white sand and clear blue waters. Take a dip in the ocean, indulge in some local cuisine, and visit the lighthouse for panoramic views of the coastline.

  5. Day 5: Trivandrum
    20 minutes (10 km) from Kovalam

    Explore the Padmanabhaswamy Temple, known for its intricate carvings and gold-plated roof. Then, visit the Napier Museum and Art Gallery, a repository of Kerala's rich cultural heritage.

  6. Day 6: Kollam
    2 hours (70 km) from Trivandrum

    Take a relaxing houseboat ride through the picturesque backwaters of Kollam. Enjoy the serene surroundings and spot local wildlife like kingfishers and otters. In the evening, visit the Tangasseri Lighthouse for stunning views of the Arabian Sea.

  7. Day 7: Varkala
    1 hour 20 minutes (50 km) from Kollam

    Relax on the pristine beaches of Varkala and take a dip in the therapeutic mineral springs. Visit the Varkala Tunnel, a historic passage connecting the beach to the Janardhana Swamy Temple. In the evening, watch the sunset over the ocean.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Meenakshi Amman Temple (2 hours, free)
  • Gandhi Memorial Museum (1 hour, ₹10)
  • Ramanathaswamy Temple (2 hours, ₹50)
  • Pamban Bridge (1 hour, free)
  • Vivekananda Rock Memorial (2 hours, ₹50)
  • Thiruvalluvar Statue (1 hour, ₹20)
  • Kovalam Beaches (4 hours, free)
  • Padmanabhaswamy Temple (2 hours, ₹25)
  • Napier Museum and Art Gallery (2 hours, ₹20)
  • Backwater Houseboat Ride (6 hours, ₹5000)
  • Tangasseri Lighthouse (1 hour, ₹10)
  • Varkala Beaches (4 hours, free)
  • Varkala Tunnel (1 hour, free)
Total Estimated Costs: ₹5165
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