3-Day Spiritual and Cultural Journey from Bangalore to Tamil Nadu Temples

Day 1: Travel and Temples

Bangalore to Salem to Madurai, India on May 15, 2025

6:30am

Breakfast at MTR Bangalore

Start your day with a traditional South Indian breakfast at MTR, known for their authentic dosas and idlis, open from 6:30am onwards.
INR300, 1h

8:00am

Drive to Salem Murugan Temple

Travel from Bangalore to Salem Murugan Temple, a revered Hindu pilgrimage site dedicated to Lord Murugan. The drive takes approximately 3.5 hours.
INR0, 3h30m

11:30am

Visit Salem Murugan Temple

Explore the beautifully decorated Salem Murugan Temple, enjoy the spiritual atmosphere, and witness the unique temple rituals. The temple is open throughout the day.
Free, 1h

12:30pm

Lunch at local restaurant Salem

Enjoy a flavorful South Indian lunch with traditional Tamil Nadu meals at a popular local eatery in Salem.
INR250, 1h

1:30pm

Drive to Madurai

Head to Madurai, a historic city known for its temples. The journey is around 3 hours by road.
INR0, 3h

4:30pm

Check-in and Rest

Check into your hotel in Madurai and rest before an evening exploration or dinner.
INR2000, 1h

6:00pm

Dinner at Murugan Idli Shop

Have dinner at the famous Murugan Idli Shop in Madurai, known for soft idlis, pongal, and varieties of chutneys.
INR300, 1h
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Day 2: Madurai Temple Tour

Madurai, India on May 16, 2025

7:00am

Breakfast at hotel

Enjoy a light South Indian breakfast available at your hotel to prepare for a full day of temple visits.
Included in stay, 1h

8:00am

Visit Meenakshi Amman Temple

Explore the iconic Meenakshi Amman Temple, famous for its stunning gopurams and intricate carvings. The temple opens at 5:00am and closes at 12:30pm for the morning session.
Free, 2h

10:30am

Visit Nayyakar Palace

Tour the historic Nayyakar Palace nearby, a 17th-century palace showcasing Tamil architecture and cultural exhibits.
INR30, 1h

11:45am

Visit Alagar Temple

Drive to Alagar Kovil (around 22 km from Madurai) to see the ancient Alagar temple dedicated to Lord Vishnu, set beautifully within hills.
Free, 2h

1:45pm

Lunch at Sree Sabarees

Enjoy a delicious vegetarian Tamil Nadu meal at Sree Sabarees, known for its variety of dosas and traditional thali meals.
INR350, 1h

2:45pm

Visit Palamudircholai

Travel to Palamudircholai hill temple of Lord Murugan, located about 15 km from Madurai, offering serene surroundings and panoramic views.
Free, 1h

4:00pm

Visit Thiruparakundram

Visit the famous Thiruparakundram Murugan Temple, one of the six abodes of Lord Murugan, with beautiful rock-cut architecture.
Free, 1h

6:00pm

Dinner at Junior Kuppanna

Experience authentic Tamil non-vegetarian cuisine at Junior Kuppanna with specialties like chicken chettinad and mutton curry.
INR400, 1h
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Day 3: Pilgrimage Palani & Kodai

Madurai to Palani to Kodai, India on May 17, 2025

6:00am

Early Breakfast at hotel

Have an early breakfast at your hotel to start the day early for your temple visits.
Included in stay, 1h

7:00am

Drive to Palani Temple

Travel approx. 105 km from Madurai to Palani, famous for the Lord Murugan temple situated on a hill summit.
INR0, 3h

10:00am

Visit Palani Murugan Temple

Visit the important hill shrine of Lord Murugan, climb the 600 steps or take the cable car; the temple is open from 4:00am to 1:00pm and 3:00pm to 8:30pm.
Free, 1h30m

11:30am

Drive to Kodai Kurinji Temple

Drive to Kodai (Kodaikanal) around 65 km away to visit the Kurinji temple nestled in the hills.
INR0, 2h

1:30pm

Lunch at Cloud Street, Kodaikanal

Enjoy a relaxing lunch with views at Cloud Street, offering international cuisines and local flavors.
INR700, 1h

2:30pm

Visit Kurinji Temple

Spend time at the peaceful Kurinji Temple, dedicated to Lord Murugan amidst the famous Kurinji hills where the rare flower blooms.
Free, 1h

3:30pm

Explore Kodai surroundings

Take a short walk nearby to enjoy Kodai's beautiful natural surroundings before preparing return travel.
Free, 1h30m

5:00pm

Drive back to Madurai or Bangalore

Begin your journey back to Madurai or Bangalore depending on your onward travel plans; Madurai is approx. 120 km away, and Bangalore about 460 km away.
INR0, Variable
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