Ultimate 1-Day Itinerary: Shadnagar to Rameswaram, Tiruchendur, and Madurai

Day 1: Coastal Pilgrimage Day

Rameswaram, India

8:00AM

Breakfast at GRT Grand

Start your day with a hearty South Indian breakfast at GRT Grand in Madurai, renowned for its dosas and filter coffee.
Begin your journey with an early morning flight from Hyderabad to Madurai.
INR 400, 1 hour

9:30AM

Visit Ramanathaswamy Temple

Upon arrival in Rameswaram, immerse yourself in the spiritual atmosphere of Ramanathaswamy Temple, famous for its exquisite corridors and sacred water tanks.
Drive or take a taxi from your breakfast location to Ramanathaswamy Temple, approximately 2 hours.
INR 50, 1.5 hours

12:00PM

Lunch at Seethakathi Restaurant

Enjoy a delicious seafood lunch at Seethakathi Restaurant, where you can savor fresh local delicacies.
Travel within Rameswaram to reach the restaurant after your temple visit.
INR 600, 1 hour

1:30PM

Explore Dhanushkodi

Head to the hauntingly beautiful ghost town of Dhanushkodi, where you can witness the striking meeting point of the Bay of Bengal and the Indian Ocean.
Travel by local taxi or join a guided tour for the short trip to Dhanushkodi, around 30 minutes away.
INR 200, 2 hours

3:30PM

Visit Tiruchendur Temple

Next, travel to Tiruchendur and admire the stunning architecture of the Tiruchendur Murugan Temple, located on the beach.
Drive to Tiruchendur, approximately 2.5 hours from Dhanushkodi.
INR 100, 1 hour

5:30PM

Dinner at Sri Ananda Bhavan

Unwind after your temple tours with a delightful dinner at Sri Ananda Bhavan, recognized for its vegetarian South Indian cuisine.
Travel a short distance within Tiruchendur to reach the restaurant after your temple visit.
INR 500, 1 hour

7:00PM

Drive to Madurai

On your way back, ensure you have ample time to return to Madurai for your departure, reflecting on a culturally rich day.
Drive back to Madurai, which will take approximately 1.5 hours.
INR 300, 1.5 hours

8:30PM

Flight back to Hyderabad

End your day by catching your scheduled flight back to Hyderabad, filled with beautiful memories of Rameswaram, Tiruchendur, and Madurai.
Arrive at Madurai Airport on time for check-in.
Varies, Flight duration 1.5 hours
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