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Hotel
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Breakfast
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Return Airport Transfer
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100% Private Tour
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| TRIP OVERVIEW |
Aarupadai Veedu - The six sacred abodes of Lord Murugan in Tamil Nadu, each representing a unique legend and spiritual significance. Devotees visit these temples seeking blessings, courage, and spiritual upliftment.
Navagraha Temples – Nine temples in Tamil Nadu dedicated to the nine celestial planets (Sun, Moon, Mars, Mercury, Jupiter, Venus, Saturn, Rahu, and Ketu). Devotees visit these temples to seek planetary blessings, overcome obstacles, and improve health, wealth, and prosperity. |
| HIGHTLIGHTS |
✔ Visit Subramaniya Swamy Temple, Tiruthani – One of the six Arupadai Veedu of Lord Murugan
✔ Visit Sri Subramaniya Swamy Temple, Palani – Arupadai Veedu and major pilgrimage site
✔ Visit Swamimalai Murugan Temple, Kumbakonam – Arupadai Veedu where Lord Murugan taught the meaning of Om
✔ Visit Thirupparankundram Subramaniya Swamy Temple, Madurai – Arupadai Veedu, associated with Lord Murugan’s marriage
✔ Visit Palamudhirsolai Subramaniya Swamy Temple, Madurai region – Arupadai Veedu, located in a serene hilltop setting
✔ Visit Senthil Andavar Temple, Thiruchendur – Arupadai Veedu by the sea, linked with the defeat of demon Surapadman
✔ Explore Saneeswarar Temple, Thirunallar – Navagraha temple of Saturn (Shani)
✔ Visit Guru Temple, Alangudi – Navagraha temple of Jupiter
✔ Explore Raghu Temple, Thirunageswaram – Navagraha temple of Rahu
✔ Visit Suryanar Temple, Suryanar Koil – Navagraha temple of Sun
✔ Explore Sukran Temple, Kanjanoor – Navagraha temple of Venus
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| SKETCH ITINERARY |
D01: Arrive Chennai - Tiruthani - Kanchipuram
D02: Kanchipuram - Vaitheeswaran Koil - Keelaperumpallam - Thiruvenkadu - Mayavaram (B)
D03: Mayavaram - Thirunallar - Alangudi - Thirunageswaram - Suriyanar Koil - Sukran Temple / Kumbakonam (B)
D04: Kumbakonam - Swamimalai - Thingaloor - Thanjavur - Palamudhirsolai - Madurai (B)
D05: Madurai - Thiruchendhur - Thirupparankundram - Madurai (B)
D06: Madurai - Palani - Chennai (B)
D07: Free To Explore By Own - Depart (B)
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| DETAILED ITINERARY |
| DAY 01: ARRIVE CHENNAI - TIRUTHANI - KANCHIPURAM
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Arrive in Chennai by morning flight and meet your representative at the airport. |
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Proceed to Tiruthani (Approximately 70KM / 2HRS), a scenic drive through the countryside. Visit Subramaniya Swamy Temple, one of the six sacred Arupadai Veedus of Lord Murugan, where devotees offer prayers and enjoy the serene hilltop surroundings. |
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Later, continue to Kanchipuram (70KM / 2HRS), known as the city of a thousand temples. Visit the famous Ekambareswarar Temple, dedicated to Lord Shiva, the Varadharaja Perumal Temple, a prominent Vishnu shrine, and the Kamakshi Amman Temple, a revered Shakti temple. Explore the architectural beauty and spiritual ambiance of these historic temples. |
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Overnight stay in Kanchipuram. |
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| DAY 02: KANCHIPURAM - VAITHEESWARAN KOIL - KEELAPERUMPALLAM - THIRUVENKADU - MAYAVARAM (B)
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After breakfast, proceed to Vaitheeswaran Koil (Approximately 175KM / 4HRS), a scenic drive through rural Tamil Nadu. Visit the Vaithiyanatha Swamy Temple, renowned for its healing powers and dedicated to Lord Shiva as the divine healer. |
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Next, proceed to Keelaperumpallam (Approximately:15KM / 30MINS) and visit the Kethu Temple, one of the Navagraha (nine planetary) temples, known for alleviating negative planetary influences. |
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Continue to Thiruvenkadu (Approximately: 25KM / 40MINS) and visit the Budhan Temple, dedicated to Lord Budhan (Mercury), where devotees seek blessings for wisdom and knowledge. |
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Later, proceed to Mayavaram (Approximately: 25KM / 40MINS) |
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Overnight stay in Mayavaram |
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| DAY 03: MAYAVARAM - THIRUNALLAR - ALANGUDI - THIRUNAGESWARAM - SURIYANAR KOIL - SUKRAN TEMPLE / KUMBAKONAM (B)
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After breakfast, travel to Thirunallar (Approximately 35KM / 50MINS). Visit the Saneeswarar Temple, dedicated to Lord Shani (Saturn), where devotees seek relief from planetary afflictions. |
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Proceed to Alangudi (Approximately 25KM / 40MINS) and visit the Guru Temple, one of the Navagraha shrines, dedicated to the planet Jupiter. |
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Continue to Thirunageswaram (Approximately 25KM / 40MINS) and visit the Raghu Temple, another important Navagraha shrine. |
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Suryanar Koil Temple Visit: |
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Proceed to Suryanar Koil (Approximately 10KM / 20MINS) and visit the Suryanar Temple, dedicated to the Sun God. |
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Kanjanoor Temple Visit: |
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Later, proceed to Kanjanoor (Approximately 15KM / 25MINS) and visit the Sukran Temple, dedicated to the planet Venus. |
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Finally, proceed to Kumbakonam (Approximately 12KM / 20MINS) |
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Overnight stay in Kumbakonam |
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| DAY 04: KUMBAKONAM - SWAMIMALAI - THINGALOOR - THANJAVUR - PALAMUDHIRSOLAI - MADURAI (B)
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After breakfast, travel to Swamimalai (Approximately 5KM / 15MINS) and visit the Arulmigu Swaminatha Swamy Temple, one of the six sacred Murugan temples, known for its magnificent hilltop location and intricate architecture. |
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Proceed to Thingaloor (Approximately 20KM / 30MINS) and visit the Chandran Temple, dedicated to the Moon God, where devotees seek blessings for mental peace and prosperity. |
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Continue to Thanjavur (Approximately 50KM / 1HRS) and visit the Thanjai Periya Temple, a historic temple renowned for its grand architecture and cultural significance. |
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Transfer to Madurai (via Palamudhirsolai): |
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Later, proceed to Madurai (Approximately 190KM / 4HRS). Enroute, visit the Palamudhirsolai Subramaniya Swamy Temple, a serene hill temple dedicated to Lord Murugan. |
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Overnight stay in Madurai. |
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| DAY 05: MADURAI - THIRUCHENDHUR - THIRUPPARANKUNDRAM - MADURAI (B)
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After breakfast, travel to Thiruchendur (Approximately 55KM / 1.5HRS) and visit the Senthil Andavar Temple, a famous hilltop temple dedicated to Lord Murugan, known for its spiritual significance and scenic coastal location. |
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Return to Madurai (Approximately 60KM / 1.5HRS). Enroute, visit the Thirupparankundram Subramaniya Swamy Temple, one of the six sacred Murugan temples, renowned for its historic architecture and spiritual ambiance. |
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In Madurai, visit the Meenakshi Amman Temple, a magnificent temple complex famous for its stunning gopurams, intricate carvings, and vibrant cultural heritage. |
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Overnight stay in Madurai. |
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| DAY 06: MADURAI - PALANI - CHENNAI (B)
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After breakfast, travel to Palani (Approximately 120KM / 2.5HRS) and visit the Dhandayudhapani Murugan Temple, one of the six sacred Arupadai Veedus of Lord Murugan, renowned for its hilltop location and spiritual significance. |
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Later, proceed to Chennai (Approximately 435KM / 7HRS). Upon arrival, visit Kabaleeswarar Temple and MGR Anna Memorial. Stop at Marina Beach to enjoy the scenic coastline and take photographs. |
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Overnight stay in Chennai |
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| DAY 07: FREE TO EXPLORE BY OWN - DEPART (B)
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Full-day free for shopping and other personal activities by own |
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In the evening you will be transferred to the airport for your flight back home |
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“With sweet memories of the tour’’. |
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| TRIP GALLERY |
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| INCLUSION |
- Return airport transfer
- Daily breakfast as specified
- Hotel accommodation as specified
- English/Tamil Speaking Guide
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| EXCLUSION |
- Flight Ticket & Taxes
- 30 Days India Visa Processing Fee
- MSIG Travel Insurance(Area 1 Plan 2) RM 82
- Tour Tips(Own)
- Entrance fees
- Personal Expenses
- Any item not stated under 'Inclusions'
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