15 Days Tamil Nadu Tour Itinerary
Explore Heritage, Temples & Hills in Tamil Nadu
Our ultimate 15 Days Tamil Nadu Tour Package starting and ending in
Trichy
offers an exhaustive discovery of South Indian culture. The journey features sacred landmarks and scenic escapes across
Trichy,
Thanjavur,
Madurai,
Rameshwaram,
Kanyakumari,
Kodaikanal,
Ooty,
Pondicherry, and
Chennai.
You will also explore architectural masterpieces and coastal beauty at
Mahabalipuram,
Kanchipuram,
Chidambaram, and
Tiruvannamalai.
This package is curated for travelers seeking an immersive, all-encompassing South Indian vacation experience.
Trichy & Thanjavur
Chola Heritage
Madurai & Rameshwaram
Divine Temples
Ooty & Kodaikanal
Hill Stations
Pondicherry & Chennai
Coast & Capital
Day 1 Arrival in Trichy – Trichy Sightseeing
Welcome to Tamil Nadu! Upon your arrival at
Trichy
Airport or Railway Station, our professional representative will greet you and transfer you to the hotel. After refreshing, begin your sightseeing of Tiruchirappalli by visiting the iconic
Rockfort Temple,
perched on a massive 83-meter-high rock with the Ucchi Pillayar Temple at the summit offering panoramic city views. Next, visit the magnificent
Sri Ranganathaswamy Temple in Srirangam,
the largest functioning Hindu temple complex in the world. Conclude the day with a visit to the
Jambukeswarar Temple in Thiruvanaikaval,
dedicated to Lord Shiva representing the element of water. Overnight stay in Trichy.
Overnight: Trichy | Meals: Dinner | Distance: Local Sightseeing
Day 2 Trichy to Thanjavur & Kumbakonam Temple Tour
After a hearty breakfast, check out from your hotel and drive towards the historical city of
Thanjavur
(approx. 1 hour). Visit the UNESCO World Heritage-listed
Brihadisvara Temple (Big Temple),
a masterpiece of Chola architecture built by Raja Raja Chola I. Explore the magnificent Thanjavur Royal Palace and Art Gallery. Later, drive further to
Kumbakonam,
known as the temple town of South India. Visit renowned temples in the region such as the Brahmapureeswarar Temple in
Tirupattur
and the sacred temple at
Thiruvellarai.
Check into your hotel in Kumbakonam for an overnight stay.
Overnight: Kumbakonam | Meals: Breakfast & Dinner | Distance: ~90 km (2 hours)
Day 3 Kumbakonam to Madurai via Chidambaram & Chettinad
Enjoy breakfast, check out, and drive towards the cultural capital of Tamil Nadu,
Madurai,
stopping at key heritage sites along the route. First, visit the magnificent
Thillai Nataraja Temple in Chidambaram,
celebrated for its exquisite bronze dancing posture shrines representing Akasha (ether). Continue your drive through the historic Chettinad region, where you can admire the opulent
Chettinad Palaces in Karaikudi
and grand
Chettinad Mansions.
Arrive in Madurai by evening, check into your hotel, and rest.
Overnight: Madurai | Meals: Breakfast & Dinner | Distance: ~260 km (5.5 hours)
Day 4 Madurai Sightseeing & Transfer to Rameshwaram
Begin your day with a spiritual visit to the world-renowned **Meenakshi Amman Temple**, admiring its towering gopurams and the Hall of Thousand Pillars. Afterward, explore the historic **Thirumalai Nayakkar Palace** with its stunning Indo-Saracenic stucco architecture and grand courtyards. Visit the **Gandhi Memorial Museum** and the local vibrant markets. In the afternoon, board your private vehicle and drive towards the sacred island town of
Rameshwaram
via the engineering marvel **Pamban Bridge**. Upon arrival, check into your hotel and relax for the evening.
Overnight: Rameshwaram | Meals: Breakfast & Dinner | Distance: ~170 km (3.5 hours)
Day 5 Rameshwaram Sightseeing & Transfer to Kanyakumari
Early in the morning, participate in the holy bath at the 22 sacred Teerthams (wells) and offer prayers at the magnificent **Ramanathaswamy Temple**, famous for its endless ornate corridors. Next, take an excursion to
Dhanushkodi Beach,
the ghost town at the southeastern tip of Pamban Island where the Bay of Bengal meets the Indian Ocean. In the afternoon, check out from the hotel and embark on a scenic drive south towards
Kanyakumari,
the southernmost tip of mainland India. Check in to your hotel upon arrival for an overnight stay.
Overnight: Kanyakumari | Meals: Breakfast & Dinner | Distance: ~310 km (6 hours)
Day 6 Kanyakumari Sunrise/Sightseeing & Transfer to Tiruchendur & Madurai
Wake up early to witness a breathtaking sunrise over the confluence of three oceans at the southern tip. Visit the historic
Bhagavathy Amman Temple
and take a short ferry ride to the iconic **Swami Vivekananda Rock Memorial** and the towering Thiruvalluvar Statue. Enjoy the coastal breeze at
Kanyakumari Beach.
Afterward, check out and drive towards Madurai, stopping en route at the sacred shore-side
Murugan Temple in Tiruchendur
and the historic
Nellaiappar Temple in Tirunelveli.
Arrive back in Madurai for your overnight hotel stay.
Overnight: Madurai | Meals: Breakfast & Dinner | Distance: ~250 km (5 hours)
Day 7 Madurai to Kodaikanal Hill Station
After breakfast, complete your hotel check-out and begin your picturesque uphill drive towards
Kodaikanal,
fondly known as the "Princess of Hill Stations". As you ascend the Palani Hills, enjoy scenic hairpin bends, misty valleys, and cascading waterfalls. Upon arrival, check into your hill resort. In the afternoon, take a peaceful stroll or boat ride around the star-shaped **Kodaikanal Lake** and walk along **Coaker's Walk** for spectacular panoramic views of the plains below. Overnight stay in Kodaikanal.
Overnight: Kodaikanal | Meals: Breakfast & Dinner | Distance: ~120 km (3.5 hours)
Day 8 Full Day Kodaikanal Sightseeing
Relish breakfast amidst the cool mountain breeze and set out for a full day of sightseeing in Kodaikanal. Visit **Bryant Park**, showcasing vibrant seasonal flowers and a historic 160-year-old eucalyptus tree. Proceed to **Pillar Rocks** to admire three gigantic granite boulder pillars standing 400 feet tall, followed by visits to **Guna Cave (Devil's Kitchen)** and **Silver Cascade Falls**. Spend your evening exploring local homemade chocolate shops and artisan markets. Overnight stay in Kodaikanal.
Overnight: Kodaikanal | Meals: Breakfast & Dinner | Local Sightseeing: ~40 km round-trip
Day 9 Kodaikanal to Ooty via Coimbatore & Pollachi
Enjoy an early breakfast, check out from your hotel, and embark on a scenic drive towards the queen of hill stations,
Ooty,
traveling via
Coimbatore
and Pollachi. En route, stop to admire the tranquil waters of the
Aliyar Dam in Pollachi
and the lush greenery of the
Valparai Tea Estates.
Continue your climb through the Nilgiri Mountain Ghat roads filled with eucalyptus forests and hairpin curves. Arrive in Ooty in the evening, check into your hotel, and relax.
Overnight: Ooty | Meals: Breakfast & Dinner | Distance: ~250 km (6.5 hours)
Day 10 Ooty & Coonoor Sightseeing
Start your day with breakfast and proceed for local sightseeing in Ooty and nearby Coonoor. Visit the sprawling **Government Botanical Garden**, home to hundreds of rare plant species, and enjoy a peaceful boat ride on the scenic **Ooty Lake**. In the afternoon, take a delightful drive to Coonoor to explore **Sim's Park** and visit **Dolphin's Nose in Coonoor** for breathtaking views of Catherine Falls and deep ravines. You can also visit local tea factories to taste authentic Nilgiri tea. Return to Ooty for your overnight stay.
Overnight: Ooty | Meals: Breakfast & Dinner | Local Sightseeing: ~50 km round-trip
Day 11 Ooty to Yercaud Hill Station via Salem
After breakfast, check out from your Ooty hotel and drive towards the lesser-known, charming hill station of Yercaud nestled in the Shevaroy Hills of the Eastern Ghats. En route, pass through Salem and catch scenic views of the massive
Mettur Dam in Salem.
Arrive in Yercaud by afternoon and check into your hill resort. Proceed to visit the picturesque **Yercaud Lake**, surrounded by lush gardens, and take a stroll around **Pagoda Point** for stunning valley vistas. Overnight stay in Yercaud.
Overnight: Yercaud | Meals: Breakfast & Dinner | Distance: ~240 km (5.5 hours)
Day 12 Yercaud to Tiruvannamalai & Pondicherry
Enjoy breakfast, check out from Yercaud, and drive towards the spiritual town of
Tiruvannamalai.
Visit the magnificent **Arunachaleswarar Temple**, dedicated to Lord Shiva at the base of the holy Annamalai Hills, representing the fire element. Afterward, continue your drive toward the French colonial coastal town of
Pondicherry
(Puducherry). Upon arrival, check into your heritage hotel and take an evening walk along the peaceful seaside promenade. Overnight stay in Pondicherry.
Overnight: Pondicherry | Meals: Breakfast & Dinner | Distance: ~210 km (4.5 hours)
Day 13 Pondicherry Sightseeing & Transfer to Mahabalipuram
Explore the charming French Quarter (White Town) with its mustard-yellow colonial villas, bougainvillea-lined streets, and French cafes. Visit the revered **Sri Aurobindo Ashram** and take a short trip to **Auroville** to witness the majestic Matrimandir golden dome. In the afternoon, check out and drive along the scenic East Coast Road to
Mahabalipuram.
Visit the UNESCO World Heritage monuments including the iconic **Shore Temple**, **Arjuna's Penance**, and the **Five Rathas**. Check into your hotel in Mahabalipuram for an overnight stay.
Overnight: Mahabalipuram | Meals: Breakfast & Dinner | Distance: ~100 km (2.5 hours)
Day 14 Mahabalipuram to Kanchipuram & Chennai
After breakfast, check out and drive to the temple city of
Kanchipuram,
renowned for its ancient Pallava architecture and world-famous pure silk handloom sarees. Visit prominent temples such as the **Kamakshi Amman Temple**, **Ekambareswarar Temple**, and **Varadharaja Perumal Temple**. In the afternoon, continue your drive to Tamil Nadu's capital city,
Chennai.
Upon arrival, check into your hotel and spend the evening relaxing at the famous **Marina Beach**. Overnight stay in Chennai.
Overnight: Chennai | Meals: Breakfast & Dinner | Distance: ~135 km (3.5 hours)
Day 15 Chennai Sightseeing & Return Drive to Trichy
Enjoy your final breakfast at the hotel and check out. Embark on a brief morning tour of
Chennai,
visiting the historic **Kapaleeshwarar Temple** in Mylapore, **San Thome Basilica**, and driving past Fort St. George. After completing your city sightseeing, board your private vehicle for the comfortable return drive back to
Trichy
(approx. 5 to 5.5 hours via the national highway). Our driver will drop you off directly at Trichy Airport, Railway Station, or your preferred location. Your grand 15 Days Tamil Nadu Tour concludes with cherished memories!
Tour Ends: Trichy | Meals: Breakfast | Distance: ~330 km (5.5 hours)
Important Travel Info
Tamil Nadu 15-Day Tour – Day-by-Day Sightseeing Opening & Closing Timings
Plan your daily sightseeing smoothly with opening and closing timings
for the important tourist attractions covered during this 15-day Tamil Nadu tour.
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Kapaleeshwarar Temple, Chennai
5:30 AM – 12:00 PM | 4:00 PM – 9:00 PM
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Fort St. George, Chennai
9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
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Government Museum, Chennai
9:30 AM – 5:00 PM
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Marina Beach
Open 24 Hours
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Shore Temple, Mahabalipuram
6:00 AM – 6:00 PM
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Pancha Rathas
6:00 AM – 6:00 PM
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Arjuna's Penance
6:00 AM – 6:00 PM
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Krishna's Butter Ball
6:00 AM – 6:00 PM
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Sri Aurobindo Ashram
8:00 AM – 12:00 PM | 2:00 PM – 6:00 PM
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Manakula Vinayagar Temple
5:45 AM – 12:30 PM | 4:00 PM – 9:30 PM
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Promenade Beach
Open 24 Hours
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Thillai Nataraja Temple, Chidambaram
6:00 AM – 12:00 PM | 4:30 PM – 10:00 PM
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Brihadisvara Temple, Thanjavur
6:00 AM – 12:30 PM | 4:00 PM – 8:30 PM
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Thanjavur Royal Palace
9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
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Gangaikonda Cholapuram Temple
6:00 AM – 12:00 PM | 4:00 PM – 8:00 PM
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Airavatesvara Temple, Darasuram
6:00 AM – 12:00 PM | 4:00 PM – 8:00 PM
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Rockfort Ucchi Pillayar Temple
6:00 AM – 8:00 PM
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Sri Ranganathaswamy Temple, Srirangam
6:00 AM – 9:00 PM
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Jambukeswarar Temple
6:00 AM – 12:00 PM | 4:00 PM – 8:00 PM
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Kallanai Dam
6:00 AM – 6:00 PM
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Meenakshi Amman Temple
5:00 AM – 12:30 PM | 4:00 PM – 9:30 PM
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Thirumalai Nayakkar Palace
9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
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Gandhi Memorial Museum
10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
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Alagar Koyil
6:00 AM – 12:30 PM | 4:00 PM – 8:00 PM
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Ramanathaswamy Temple
5:00 AM – 1:00 PM | 3:00 PM – 9:00 PM
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Agni Theertham
Open 24 Hours
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Pamban Bridge View Point
6:00 AM – 6:00 PM
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Dhanushkodi
6:00 AM – 6:00 PM
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Vivekananda Rock Memorial
8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
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Thiruvalluvar Statue
8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
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Kumari Amman Temple
4:30 AM – 12:30 PM | 4:00 PM – 8:30 PM
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Sunset Point
Best viewed around sunset
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Kodaikanal Lake
6:00 AM – 6:00 PM
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Bryant Park
9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
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Coaker's Walk
7:00 AM – 7:00 PM
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Pillar Rocks
9:00 AM – 5:30 PM
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Silver Cascade Falls
Open Daytime
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Ooty Botanical Garden
7:00 AM – 6:30 PM
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Ooty Lake
9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
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Doddabetta Peak
7:00 AM – 6:00 PM
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Rose Garden
7:30 AM – 6:30 PM
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Tea Factory & Tea Museum
9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
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Yercaud Lake
6:00 AM – 8:00 PM
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Lady's Seat
7:00 AM – 7:00 PM
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Pagoda Point
6:00 AM – 7:00 PM
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Emerald Lake View Point
6:00 AM – 6:00 PM
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Yercaud Botanical Garden
8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
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Arunachaleswarar Temple
5:30 AM – 12:30 PM | 3:30 PM – 9:30 PM
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Ramana Maharshi Ashram
6:00 AM – 12:00 PM | 2:00 PM – 6:00 PM
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Sri Seshadri Swamigal Ashram
6:00 AM – 12:00 PM | 2:00 PM – 6:00 PM
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Gingee Fort
8:00 AM – 5:30 PM
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Kamakshi Amman Temple
5:30 AM – 12:30 PM | 4:00 PM – 8:30 PM
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Ekambareswarar Temple
6:00 AM – 12:30 PM | 4:00 PM – 8:30 PM
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Varadharaja Perumal Temple
6:00 AM – 12:30 PM | 4:00 PM – 8:30 PM
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Kailasanathar Temple
6:00 AM – 12:00 PM | 4:00 PM – 7:00 PM
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San Thome Basilica
6:00 AM – 8:00 PM
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Kapaleeshwarar Temple
5:30 AM – 12:00 PM | 4:00 PM – 9:00 PM
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Government Museum
9:30 AM – 5:00 PM
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Marina Beach
Open 24 Hours
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Fort St. George
9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
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Parthasarathy Temple
6:00 AM – 12:00 PM | 4:00 PM – 9:00 PM
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Marina Beach
Open 24 Hours
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Chennai Airport / Railway Station
As per departure schedule
Important:
Temple and attraction timings may change during festivals, special poojas,
maintenance, government holidays and seasonal conditions. Please confirm
the timings locally before visiting.
Important Details
Package Inclusions & Exclusions
Know clearly what is included and excluded in your 15 Days Tamil Nadu Tour Package.
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Pickup & Drop: Assistance at Trichy Airport / Railway Station / Hotel.
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Private Vehicle: Dedicated AC Sedan / SUV / Tempo Traveller as per group size.
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Accommodation: 14 Nights stay in well-rated hotels/resorts across all destinations.
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Meal Plan: Daily Morning Breakfast and Dinner at hotel restaurants.
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Driver Charges: Driver allowance, night halt fees, fuel charges, and road taxes.
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Tolls & Parking: All inter-state taxes, toll gate fees, and vehicle parking charges.
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Sightseeing: Covered all spots as mentioned in the detailed itinerary.
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Airfare / Train Tickets: Flights, train tickets, or bus charges to/from Trichy.
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Entry Tickets: Monument entrance fees, camera pass, ferry tickets, and museum charges.
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Lunch & Extra Food: Daily lunch, snacks, beverages, and mineral water.
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Activities: Personal expenses, boating, safari, or special darshan fees at temples.
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Personal Expenses: Laundry, telephone calls, tips to driver/hotel staff, and shopping.
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GST 5%: Government Goods and Services Tax extra as applicable.
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Unforeseen Expenses: Extra costs due to flight delay, roadblocks, or natural disasters.
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Frequently Asked Questions
FAQ - 15 Days Tamil Nadu Tour
This 15-day tour package starts and ends in Tiruchirappalli (Trichy). Pick-up and drop-off can be arranged directly from Trichy Airport, Trichy Railway Station, or any hotel/location within Trichy city limits.
Yes! All our tour packages are 100% customizable. You can modify travel dates, adjust the sequence of destinations, choose specific hotel categories (Standard, Deluxe, Luxury), or request specific vehicle types (Etios, Innova Crysta, Tempo Traveller) to suit your group requirements.
The best time to take this tour is between October and March, when the weather is pleasant across the plains (Trichy, Madurai, Thanjavur) and cool in the hill stations (Ooty, Kodaikanal, Yercaud).
Yes, our package includes 14 nights stay in well-rated hotels/resorts along with daily morning breakfast and dinner. Additional lunch stops at hygienic local restaurants can be recommended by your driver along the route.
We provide private, air-conditioned vehicles according to your group size. Options include Sedans (Toyota Etios / Dzire) for 2–3 guests, SUVs (Toyota Innova / Crysta) for 4–6 guests, and Tempo Travellers for larger family groups.
Unless explicitly specified in your final quote, monument entry fees, camera passes, ferry tickets to Vivekananda Rock, and special temple darshan charges are paid directly by guests. Driver allowance, fuel, toll taxes, and parking charges are fully included.
You can book by clicking our 'Book Now' button, calling us directly at +91 74181 33135, or sending a WhatsApp message. We accept a nominal advance deposit via UPI or Bank Transfer to confirm bookings, with the balance payable upon arrival.
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