3-Day South Tamil Nadu Pilgrimage and Coastal Adventure: Madurai, Srirangam, Arunachalam, Rameshwaram & Kanyakumari

Day 1: Temples and Culture

Madurai, India on April 23, 2025

7:30am

Breakfast at Murugan Idli Shop

Start your day with traditional South Indian breakfast including idlis and dosas served with chutney and sambar at this famous and highly rated eatery in Madurai.
INR150, 1h0m

8:45am

Visit Meenakshi Amman Temple

Explore one of the most magnificent Dravidian architectural temples bustling with rich history, sculptures, and vibrant colors. It's a spiritual experience and cultural insight.
Free entry, 2h0m

11:00am

Travel to Srirangam

Drive approximately 1 hour to the island town of Srirangam, famous for its grand Ranganathaswamy Temple, located in Tiruchirapalli.
INR800 by cab, 1h0m

12:15pm

Lunch at Sri Krishna Sweets

Enjoy a vegetarian South Indian thali with a variety of dishes and sweets, famous for its authentic flavors near the temple area in Srirangam.
INR300, 1h0m

1:30pm

Visit Ranganathaswamy Temple, Srirangam

Discover the vast temple complex which is one of the largest functioning Hindu temple complexes in the world, known for its impressive gopurams and temple tanks.
Free entry, 2h0m

3:45pm

Travel to Arunachalam Hills

Drive approx 1.5 hours to Arunachalam for a peaceful hill experience and scenic views along the way.
INR1200 by cab, 1h30m

5:30pm

Visit Arunachaleswarar Temple

Visit this famous Shiva temple set in a serene hill location, ideal for sunset views and temple rituals.
Free entry, 1h0m

7:00pm

Dinner at Hotel Arunachala

Enjoy traditional Tamil cuisine with freshly made dosas, sambar, and thalis in a calm environment near the temple.
INR400, 1h0m
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Day 2: Island Spirituality

Rameshwaram, India on April 24, 2025

6:00am

Early Breakfast & Travel to Rameshwaram

Depart early for the 2.5-hour drive covering about 165 km from Arunachalam to Rameshwaram to make the most of the day at this sacred island town.
INR1500 by cab, 2h30m

8:45am

Breakfast at Sri Murugan Mess

A famed place known for South Indian breakfast delicacies like idlis and pongal with authentic flavors in Rameshwaram.
INR200, 45m

9:30am

Visit Ramanathaswamy Temple

Explore one of the most sacred Hindu temples of Lord Shiva with its impressive corridors and sacred water tanks; opens at 5 AM and closes by 8 PM.
Free entry, 3h0m

12:45pm

Lunch at Hotel Ranga

Enjoy traditional Tamil vegetarian dishes, including thalis, with a view of the temple area.
INR350, 1h0m

2:00pm

Visit Dhanushkodi Beach and Ruins

Travel 20 km to the ghost town of Dhanushkodi to witness coastal beauty and historical ruins destroyed in a cyclone. It offers stunning seaside views and peaceful surroundings.
Free entry, 2h0m

4:30pm

Evening at Pamban Bridge

Watch the sunset near the iconic Pamban Bridge, a historic railway bridge connecting Rameshwaram to the mainland.
Free, 1h0m

7:00pm

Dinner at Hotel Taj

Relish fresh seafood and local specialties while enjoying comfortable dining in Rameshwaram.
INR500, 1h0m
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Day 3: Coastal Highlights & Sunrise

Kanyakumari, India on April 25, 2025

5:00am

Depart early for Kanyakumari

Begin a long drive of approx 6 hours (about 320 km) to reach Kanyakumari early morning for the sunrise experience.
INR4000 by cab, 6h0m

11:30am

Breakfast at Hotel Sea View

Enjoy authentic Tamil breakfast with fresh filter coffee while overlooking the beautiful coastline of Kanyakumari.
INR400, 1h0m

12:45pm

Visit Vivekananda Rock Memorial

Take a ferry to this iconic rock memorial dedicated to Swami Vivekananda, offering panoramic sea views; ferry operates from 8 AM to 5 PM.
INR120 (ferry), 2h0m

3:00pm

Lunch at Sagar Restaurant

Savor South Indian specialty seafood dishes and vegetarian options near the seafront.
INR450, 1h0m

4:15pm

Visit Kanyakumari Temple & Thiruvalluvar Statue

Explore the Kanyakumari Amman Temple and view the majestic Thiruvalluvar statue from the mainland; ideal for a late afternoon visit.
Free entry, 1h30m

6:00pm

Sunset at Kanyakumari Beach

Witness the breathtaking sunset where the Arabian Sea, Bay of Bengal, and the Indian Ocean converge.
Free, 1h0m

7:30pm

Dinner at Hotel Sangam

End your trip with a mix of Tamil Nadu and Kerala specialties served in a cozy setting near the beach.
INR500, 1h0m
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