Cultural Immersion Rail Trip to Arunachalam Temple

Day 1: Temple Exploration

Tiruvannamalai, India

8:00AM

Breakfast at Local Cafe

Start your day with traditional South Indian breakfast like dosa and filter coffee to energize for temple exploration.
Walk or take a short taxi ride from the train station to the cafe.
INR 200, 1 hour

10:00AM

Visit Arunachalam Temple

Explore the stunning Arunachalam Temple, one of the holiest shrines dedicated to Lord Shiva, known for its towering gopurams and spiritual ambiance.
The temple is a short walk from the cafe.
INR 100 (entrance fee), 2 hours

1:00PM

Lunch at Local Restaurant

Enjoy a traditional Tamil Nadu meal at a local restaurant, savoring flavors of the region.
Walk or take a taxi to the restaurant.
INR 300, 1 hour

3:00PM

Explore Ramana Maharshi Ashram

Visit the ashram of Ramana Maharshi, a revered spiritual teacher, to experience tranquility and learn about his teachings.
Short taxi ride from the restaurant.
Free entry (donations appreciated), 1.5 hours

5:00PM

Leisure Time at Tiruvannamalai

Enjoy some leisure time exploring the local markets or relaxing before dinner.
Walk around the town center.
Variable, 2 hours

7:00PM

Dinner at Traditional Eatery

Savor dinner at a local eatery, trying authentic Tamil dishes for a complete cultural experience.
Walk to the eatery for dinner.
INR 400, 1 hour
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Day 2: Return to Chennai

Chennai, India

8:00AM

Breakfast at Hotel

Enjoy a hearty breakfast at the hotel before heading to the train station for your return journey.
Have breakfast at your hotel.
Included in hotel stay, 1 hour

10:00AM

Travel from Tiruvannamalai to Chennai

Board the train back to Chennai, reminiscing about the cultural experiences and spiritual insights gained during your trip.
Take a train from Tiruvannamalai station to Chennai.
INR 500, 4 hours

2:00PM

Lunch at Train

Enjoy a packed lunch or snacks on the train journey back to Chennai.
Onboard the train.
INR 150, 2 hours

6:00PM

Arrival in Chennai

Upon arrival in Chennai, conclude your cultural immersion rail trip with a heart full of memories and experiences.
Disembark at Chennai station.
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