4-Day South India Tour: Hyderabad to Chennai via Madurai, Rameswaram & Kanyakumari

Day 1: Madurai Exploration

Madurai, India on May 24, 2025

7:30am

Breakfast at Amma Mess

Enjoy a traditional South Indian breakfast including idli, dosa, and filter coffee at this popular local eatery, open from 7am to 11am.
INR150, 1h

9:00am

Visit Meenakshi Amman Temple

Explore the iconic Meenakshi Temple with its stunning Dravidian architecture and brightly painted gopurams. The temple complex is open from 6am to 12pm and 4pm to 9pm.
Free, 2h

12:00pm

Lunch at Murugan Idli Shop

Savour a variety of steamed idlis and chutneys in this well-known eatery, open from 8am to 9pm.
INR200, 1h

1:30pm

Thirumalai Nayakkar Palace

Visit this 17th-century palace famous for its beautiful stucco work and grand courtyard. The palace is open from 9am to 5pm.
INR100, 1h30m

4:00pm

Stroll around Vandiyur Mariamman Teppakulam

Relax by this large temple tank known for its float festival, enjoying the serene atmosphere in late afternoon.
Free, 45m

7:00pm

Dinner at The Modern Restaurant

Dine on traditional South Indian thali dishes at this popular restaurant open until 10pm, perfect for a delicious meal after a day’s sightseeing.
INR400, 1h
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Day 2: Rameswaram Visit

Rameswaram, India on May 25, 2025

6:00am

Early Breakfast at Hotel

Start your day early with a simple hotel breakfast to prepare for travel to Rameswaram.
Included in hotel, 30m

7:00am

Drive from Madurai to Rameswaram

Travel approximately 3 hours covering about 170 km via NH87, enjoying scenic Tamil Nadu countryside.
Transport cost approx. INR1500, 3h

10:15am

Visit Ramanathaswamy Temple

Explore the famous temple dedicated to Lord Shiva, renowned for its long corridors and magnificent architecture. Open from 6am to 12pm and 5pm to 9pm.
Free, 2h

12:30pm

Lunch at Hotel GRT Rameswaram

Enjoy a variety of non-vegetarian and vegetarian Tamil dishes with sea views, open till 3pm.
INR500, 1h

2:00pm

Pamban Bridge and Dhanushkodi

Take a short drive to the picturesque Pamban Bridge and then onward to the ghost town of Dhanushkodi for beach walks and exploring ruins.
Transport approx. INR800, 3h

6:30pm

Dinner at Rahmath Hotel

Try fresh seafood dishes at this well-known restaurant, open till 10pm.
INR400, 1h
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Day 3: Kanyakumari Highlights

Kanyakumari, India on May 26, 2025

6:30am

Breakfast at Hotel

Have an early hotel breakfast to gear up for the journey towards Kanyakumari.
Included in hotel, 30m

7:00am

Travel Rameswaram to Kanyakumari

Set off on a 5-hour drive covering around 310 km via NH44, enjoying coastal and rural landscapes.
Transport approx. INR2000, 5h

12:30pm

Lunch at Hotel Seaview, Kanyakumari

Dine with views of the ocean and Kanyakumari’s famous confluence, enjoying local Tamil specialities.
INR600, 1h

2:00pm

Visit Vivekananda Rock Memorial

Take a ferry to this iconic memorial located on a rock in the sea, open from 8am to 4:30pm, a serene site honouring Swami Vivekananda.
INR50 ferry fare, 1h

3:30pm

Sunset at Kanyakumari Beach

Relax on the shore and watch the spectacular sunset over the meeting point of three seas.
Free, 1h

7:00pm

Dinner at Hotel Saravana Bhavan

Enjoy a classic South Indian vegetarian thali dinner at this famous chain open until 10pm.
INR350, 1h
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Day 4: Chennai Arrival

Chennai, India on May 27, 2025

7:00am

Breakfast at Hotel

Start the day with a hearty breakfast at your hotel before departing for Chennai.
Included in hotel, 30m

7:30am

Drive from Kanyakumari to Chennai

Begin the longest leg of the journey covering approx. 700 km via NH44, expected to take about 10-11 hours with stops.
Transport approx. INR4000, 11h

12:00pm

Stop for Lunch en route at Madurai Expressway Restaurant

Take a break and have a quick lunch with a mix of North and South Indian options.
INR400, 1h

6:30pm

Arrival and Dinner in Chennai at Murugan Idli Shop

After arrival, enjoy a light and authentic Tamil dinner at this popular eatery to end your journey.
INR300, 1h
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