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Hyderabad to Tamil Nadu 7-Day Itinerary

  1. Day 1: Charminar, Hyderabad
    1 hour 15 minutes (8.7 miles) from Rajiv Gandhi International Airport

    Explore the iconic Charminar in the morning, and shop for bangles and pearls in nearby Laad Bazaar in the afternoon. Head to Golconda Fort in the evening for a sound and light show.

  2. Day 2: Mahabalipuram, Tamil Nadu
    6 hours 30 minutes (285 miles) from Charminar, Hyderabad

    Visit the UNESCO World Heritage site of Mahabalipuram and witness the beauty of the Shore Temple, Pancha Rathas, and Krishna's Butter Ball in the morning. Head to the nearby Tiger Cave in the afternoon, and end your day with a stunning sunset view at the Mahabalipuram Beach.

  3. Day 3: Kanchipuram, Tamil Nadu
    1 hour 15 minutes (40 miles) from Mahabalipuram

    Visit the city of Kanchipuram, known for its exquisite silk sarees and ancient temples. Start your day with a visit to the Kailasanathar Temple, and head to the Ekambareswarar Temple in the afternoon. End your day with a shopping spree at the Kanchipuram Silk Saree Weaving Centre.

  4. Day 4: Pondicherry, Tamil Nadu
    2 hours 30 minutes (100 miles) from Kanchipuram

    Explore the quaint French Quarter of Pondicherry in the morning, and visit the famous Aurobindo Ashram and Auroville in the afternoon. Head to the Paradise Beach in the evening for a serene sunset view.

  5. Day 5: Thanjavur, Tamil Nadu
    4 hours (130 miles) from Pondicherry

    Visit the Brihadeeswara Temple, a UNESCO World Heritage site, in the morning. Head to the Thanjavur Palace and Art Gallery in the afternoon, and end your day with a visit to the Punnainallur Mariamman Temple.

  6. Day 6: Madurai, Tamil Nadu
    4 hours (130 miles) from Thanjavur

    Visit the Meenakshi Amman Temple, one of the most famous temples in South India, in the morning. Explore the Thirumalai Nayakkar Palace in the afternoon, and head to the Gandhi Memorial Museum in the evening.

  7. Day 7: Kanyakumari, Tamil Nadu
    3 hours 30 minutes (90 miles) from Madurai

    Witness the stunning sunrise at the southernmost tip of India at Kanyakumari in the morning. Visit the Vivekananda Rock Memorial and Thiruvalluvar Statue in the afternoon, and end your day with a visit to the Kanyakumari Beach.

Recommendations

If you have time, visit the Chettinad region known for its unique culture, architecture, and cuisine. You can also take a detour to the hill stations of Ooty or Kodaikanal for a relaxing stay amidst lush greenery.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Charminar (2 hours, free)
  • Golconda Fort Sound and Light Show (1.5 hours, INR 130 per person)
  • Shore Temple (1 hour, INR 40 per person)
  • Tiger Cave (1 hour, INR 30 per person)
  • Kailasanathar Temple (1 hour, INR 30 per person)
  • Ekambareswarar Temple (1 hour, INR 20 per person)
  • Aurobindo Ashram (1 hour, free)
  • Auroville (2 hours, free)
  • Brihadeeswara Temple (1.5 hours, INR 50 per person)
  • Thanjavur Palace and Art Gallery (1 hour, INR 25 per person)
  • Punnainallur Mariamman Temple (1 hour, free)
  • Meenakshi Amman Temple (2 hours, free)
  • Thirumalai Nayakkar Palace (1 hour, INR 10 per person)
  • Gandhi Memorial Museum (1 hour, INR 10 per person)
  • Vivekananda Rock Memorial and Thiruvalluvar Statue (1.5 hours, INR 50 per person)
  • Kanyakumari Beach (1 hour, free)
  • Total Estimated Costs: INR 385 per person
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