₹5,300
Chidambaram
| Day | Activity | Cost | Time Required | Suggestion |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Day 0 | Travel from Chennai to Chidambaram by train | ₹400 (Train) | 4 hours | Take a comfortable train journey |
| Day 0 | Check-in at a budget hotel | ₹2000 (2 nights) | 1 hour | Stay at a centrally located hotel |
| Day 0 | Visit Nataraja Temple | ₹200 (Entry) | 2 hours | Explore the stunning Dravidian architecture |
| Day 0 | Dinner at a traditional South Indian restaurant | ₹600 | 1.5 hours | Enjoy authentic Tamil Nadu cuisine |
| Day 1 | Visit Pichavaram Mangrove Forest | ₹1000 (Boat Ride) | 3 hours | Take a serene boat ride through the mangroves |
| Day 1 | Lunch at a local eatery | ₹500 | 1.5 hours | Taste local delicacies in a quaint setting |
| Day 1 | Explore Annamalai University campus | ₹0 | 2 hours | Discover this historic educational institution |
| Day 1 | Evening at Thillai Kali Temple | ₹200 (Entry) | 2 hours | Visit the serene temple for a peaceful experience |
| Day 2 | Check-out from hotel | ₹0 | 1 hour | Prepare for departure |
| Day 2 | Return to Chennai by train | ₹400 (Train) | 4 hours | Enjoy a relaxed train journey back |
₹5,120
Coimbatore
| Day | Activity | Cost | Time Required | Suggestion |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Day 0 | Travel from Chennai to Coimbatore by train | ₹350 (Train) | 7 hours | Take a scenic journey to Coimbatore by train |
| Day 0 | Check-in at a hilltop resort | ₹3000 (2 nights) | 1 hour | Stay at a peaceful resort surrounded by mountains and greenery |
| Day 0 | Visit Marudamalai Temple | ₹50 (Entry) | 2 hours | Explore this hilltop temple with stunning views of Coimbatore |
| Day 0 | Dinner at a local South Indian restaurant | ₹700 | 1.5 hours | Taste authentic Coimbatore delicacies |
| Day 1 | Visit Botanical Garden | ₹20 (Entry) | 2 hours | Enjoy the variety of plant species and nature around you |
| Day 1 | Lunch at a hilltop restaurant | ₹600 | 1 hour | Savor delicious South Indian meals with panoramic views |
| Day 1 | Explore Perur Pateeswarar Temple | ₹50 (Entry) | 2 hours | Admire the intricate carvings and architecture of this ancient temple |
| Day 1 | Relax at the Isha Yoga Center | ₹0 | 2 hours | Spend some time in tranquility and connect with your inner self |
| Day 2 | Check-out from resort | ₹0 | 1 hour | Prepare for departure |
| Day 2 | Return to Chennai by train | ₹350 (Train) | 7 hours | Relax on the return journey to Chennai |
₹4,750
Kanchipuram
| Day | Activity | Cost | Time Required | Suggestion |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Day 0 | Travel from Chennai to Kanchipuram by train | ₹100 (Train) | 2 hours | Take a comfortable train to Kanchipuram |
| Day 0 | Check-in at a budget hotel | ₹1500 (2 nights) | 1 hour | Stay at a hotel close to the temples |
| Day 0 | Visit Ekambareswarar Temple | ₹50 (Entry) | 2 hours | Admire the magnificent Dravidian architecture |
| Day 0 | Dinner at a local eatery | ₹500 | 1.5 hours | Taste authentic South Indian meals |
| Day 1 | Explore Kailasanathar Temple | ₹100 (Entry) | 3 hours | Visit one of the oldest temples in Tamil Nadu |
| Day 1 | Lunch at a traditional vegetarian restaurant | ₹400 | 1 hour | Relish fresh South Indian delicacies |
| Day 1 | Visit a silk saree weaving workshop | ₹0 | 2 hours | Watch artisans create intricate silk sarees |
| Day 1 | Shop for silk sarees | ₹2000 | 1.5 hours | Purchase stunning handcrafted silk sarees |
| Day 2 | Check-out from hotel | ₹0 | 1 hour | Prepare for departure |
| Day 2 | Return to Chennai by train | ₹100 (Train) | 2 hours | Relax on the journey back |
₹6,000
Kodaikanal
| Day | Activity | Cost | Time Required | Suggestion |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Day 0 | Travel from Chennai to Kodaikanal by bus | ₹600 (Bus) | 9 hours | Enjoy a long scenic drive to the hill station |
| Day 0 | Check-in at a hill resort | ₹3000 (2 nights) | 1 hour | Stay at a cozy hilltop resort |
| Day 0 | Evening boat ride at Kodaikanal Lake | ₹300 (Boating) | 1.5 hours | Relax and enjoy the lake view |
| Day 0 | Dinner at a mountain-view restaurant | ₹800 | 1.5 hours | Savor local delicacies with a hilltop view |
| Day 1 | Visit Bryant Park | ₹50 (Entry) | 2 hours | Walk through this beautiful botanical park |
| Day 1 | Lunch at a local café | ₹600 | 1.5 hours | Enjoy fresh homemade food |
| Day 1 | Explore Coaker’s Walk | ₹0 | 2 hours | Take a scenic walk with panoramic views of the valleys |
| Day 1 | Visit Pillar Rocks | ₹50 (Entry) | 2 hours | Admire the massive granite formations |
| Day 2 | Check-out from resort | ₹0 | 1 hour | Prepare for departure |
| Day 2 | Return to Chennai by bus | ₹600 (Bus) | 9 hours | Enjoy the scenic return journey |
₹4,650
Madurai
| Day | Activity | Cost | Time Required | Suggestion |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Day 0 | Travel from Chennai to Madurai by train | ₹350 (Train) | 6 hours | Relax and enjoy the train journey |
| Day 0 | Check-in at a heritage hotel | ₹2500 (2 nights) | 1 hour | Stay in the heart of the temple city |
| Day 0 | Visit Meenakshi Amman Temple | ₹50 (Entry) | 2 hours | Marvel at the intricate temple architecture and carvings |
| Day 0 | Dinner at a traditional South Indian restaurant | ₹700 | 1.5 hours | Enjoy a meal in the cultural heart of Tamil Nadu |
| Day 1 | Visit Thirumalai Nayak Palace | ₹100 (Entry) | 2 hours | Admire the Indo-Saracenic architecture of the palace |
| Day 1 | Lunch at a local eatery | ₹500 | 1 hour | Taste the flavors of authentic Tamil cuisine |
| Day 1 | Explore Gandhi Memorial Museum | ₹50 (Entry) | 2 hours | Learn about India’s independence movement |
| Day 1 | Evening visit to Sree Azhagar Perumal Temple | ₹50 (Entry) | 2 hours | End the day with a visit to this scenic temple |
| Day 2 | Check-out from hotel | ₹0 | 1 hour | Prepare for departure |
| Day 2 | Return to Chennai by train | ₹350 (Train) | 6 hours | Relax and enjoy the return journey |
₹10,200
Mahabalipuram
| Day | Activity | Cost | Time Required | Suggestion |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Day 0 | Travel from Chennai to Mahabalipuram by cab | ₹1500 (Cab) | 2 hours | Enjoy a scenic coastal drive along the ECR |
| Day 0 | Check-in at a beachside resort | ₹4000 (2 nights) | 1 hour | Stay at a resort overlooking the sea |
| Day 0 | Visit Shore Temple | ₹500 (Entry) | 2 hours | Explore the iconic UNESCO World Heritage Site |
| Day 0 | Dinner at a seafood restaurant | ₹1000 | 1.5 hours | Savor fresh and delicious seafood dishes |
| Day 1 | Explore Pancha Rathas | ₹500 (Entry) | 2 hours | Admire the intricately carved monolithic temples |
| Day 1 | Lunch at a local café | ₹700 | 1.5 hours | Relish traditional South Indian flavors |
| Day 1 | Relax at Mahabalipuram Beach | ₹0 | 3 hours | Unwind on the serene sandy shores |
| Day 1 | Evening shopping at handicraft shops | ₹500 | 1.5 hours | Shop for stone carvings and souvenirs |
| Day 2 | Check-out from resort | ₹0 | 1 hour | Prepare for departure |
| Day 2 | Return to Chennai by cab | ₹1500 (Cab) | 2 hours | Enjoy the return journey along the ECR |
₹6,200
Pondicherry
| Day | Activity | Cost | Time Required | Suggestion |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Day 0 | Travel from Chennai to Pondicherry by bus | ₹400 (Bus) | 4 hours | Enjoy a relaxing drive to Pondicherry |
| Day 0 | Check-in at a boutique hotel in French Quarter | ₹3500 (2 nights) | 1 hour | Stay at a charming French-inspired hotel |
| Day 0 | Visit Promenade Beach | ₹0 | 2 hours | Relax and take a leisurely walk along the beach |
| Day 0 | Dinner at a French restaurant | ₹1000 | 1.5 hours | Enjoy classic French cuisine at a coastal café. |
| Day 1 | Visit Sri Aurobindo Ashram | ₹0 | 2 hours | Meditate and explore the spiritual center |
| Day 1 | Lunch at a seaside café | ₹600 | 1.5 hours | Enjoy fresh seafood and South Indian dishes |
| Day 1 | Explore Auroville | ₹300 (Entry) | 3 hours | Visit the experimental township dedicated to human unity |
| Day 1 | Evening stroll in the French Quarter | ₹0 | 1.5 hours | Walk through the picturesque streets of the French Quarter |
| Day 2 | Check-out from hotel | ₹0 | 1 hour | Prepare for departure |
| Day 2 | Return to Chennai by bus | ₹400 (Bus) | 4 hours | Enjoy the scenic return journey |
₹5,400
Puducherry
| Day | Activity | Cost | Time Required | Suggestion |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Day 0 | Travel from Chennai to Puducherry by bus | ₹350 (Bus) | 4 hours | Take a scenic coastal bus ride |
| Day 0 | Check-in at a heritage guesthouse | ₹2500 (2 nights) | 1 hour | Stay at a charming colonial guesthouse |
| Day 0 | Evening at Promenade Beach | ₹0 | 2 hours | Relax by the beachside promenade |
| Day 0 | Dinner at a French café | ₹1000 | 1.5 hours | Enjoy authentic French cuisine |
| Day 1 | Visit Auroville | ₹400 (Cab) | 3 hours | Explore the Matrimandir and serene surroundings |
| Day 1 | Lunch at a garden café in Auroville | ₹800 | 1.5 hours | Savor organic and fusion dishes |
| Day 1 | Explore Sri Aurobindo Ashram | ₹0 | 2 hours | Experience spiritual calm at the Ashram |
| Day 1 | Shop at Goubert Market | ₹0 | 1.5 hours | Buy handmade goods and souvenirs |
| Day 2 | Check-out from guesthouse | ₹0 | 1 hour | Prepare for departure |
| Day 2 | Return to Chennai by bus | ₹350 (Bus) | 4 hours | Relax on the scenic return journey |
₹5,300
Thanjavur
| Day | Activity | Cost | Time Required | Suggestion |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Day 0 | Travel from Chennai to Thanjavur by train | ₹400 (Train) | 5 hours | Take a relaxing train journey to Thanjavur |
| Day 0 | Check-in at a heritage hotel | ₹2500 (2 nights) | 1 hour | Stay in a beautiful heritage hotel |
| Day 0 | Visit Brihadeeswarar Temple | ₹200 (Entry) | 2 hours | Explore this UNESCO World Heritage site |
| Day 0 | Dinner at a traditional Tamil restaurant | ₹600 | 1.5 hours | Savor the rich flavors of Tamil cuisine |
| Day 1 | Explore Thanjavur Palace and Museum | ₹100 (Entry) | 2 hours | Discover the rich history and artifacts |
| Day 1 | Lunch at a local eatery | ₹500 | 1 hour | Taste authentic South Indian meals |
| Day 1 | Visit the Saraswathi Mahal Library | ₹100 (Entry) | 2 hours | Admire the ancient manuscripts and historical texts |
| Day 1 | Evening shopping for local handicrafts | ₹500 | 1.5 hours | Shop for Tanjore paintings and silk items |
| Day 2 | Check-out from hotel | ₹0 | 1 hour | Prepare for departure |
| Day 2 | Return to Chennai by train | ₹400 (Train) | 5 hours | Relax on the journey back |
₹4,400
Tiruvannamalai
| Day | Activity | Cost | Time Required | Suggestion |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Day 0 | Travel from Chennai to Tiruvannamalai by bus | ₹300 (Bus) | 4.5 hours | Enjoy a scenic journey to the sacred town of Tiruvannamalai |
| Day 0 | Check-in at a serene guesthouse near the temple | ₹2500 (2 nights) | 1 hour | Stay in a peaceful environment close to the temple |
| Day 0 | Visit Arunachaleswarar Temple | ₹0 | 2 hours | Admire the beautiful and historic temple dedicated to Lord Shiva |
| Day 0 | Evening walk around the sacred hill of Arunachala | ₹0 | 2 hours | Experience the spiritual walk around the holy mountain |
| Day 1 | Visit Ramana Maharshi Ashram | ₹0 | 2 hours | Explore the ashram and learn about the life of the great sage |
| Day 1 | Lunch at a local South Indian restaurant | ₹600 | 1 hour | Enjoy authentic South Indian vegetarian cuisine |
| Day 1 | Evening meditation at the Ashram | ₹0 | 1 hour | Relax and meditate in the serene environment of the ashram |
| Day 1 | Dinner at a local restaurant | ₹700 | 1 hour | Savor simple, yet delicious meals before retiring for the night |
| Day 2 | Check-out from guesthouse | ₹0 | 1 hour | Prepare for departure |
| Day 2 | Return to Chennai by bus | ₹300 (Bus) | 4.5 hours | Enjoy the journey back to Chennai |
₹3,850
Trichy
| Day | Activity | Cost | Time Required | Suggestion |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Day 0 | Travel from Chennai to Trichy by train | ₹350 (Train) | 6 hours | Take a direct train to Trichy |
| Day 0 | Check-in at a budget hotel | ₹1500 (2 nights) | 1 hour | Stay in a comfortable hotel close to the temples |
| Day 0 | Visit Ranganathaswamy Temple | ₹50 (Entry) | 2 hours | Explore this magnificent Vaishnavite temple |
| Day 0 | Dinner at a traditional restaurant | ₹600 | 1.5 hours | Enjoy a delicious meal with local flavors |
| Day 1 | Visit Rockfort Temple | ₹100 (Entry) | 3 hours | Climb up the 437 steps for stunning views |
| Day 1 | Lunch at a South Indian restaurant | ₹400 | 1 hour | Relish Tamil Nadu’s iconic dishes |
| Day 1 | Explore Kallanai Dam | ₹0 | 2 hours | Visit one of the oldest water diversion systems in India |
| Day 1 | Shop for local handicrafts | ₹500 | 1.5 hours | Buy traditional crafts from Trichy |
| Day 2 | Check-out from hotel | ₹0 | 1 hour | Prepare for departure |
| Day 2 | Return to Chennai by train | ₹350 (Train) | 6 hours | Relax on the return train journey |
₹3,200
Velankanni
| Day | Activity | Cost | Time Required | Suggestion |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Day 0 | Travel from Chennai to Velankanni by train | ₹350 (Train) | 7 hours | Enjoy the scenic train journey to this pilgrimage town |
| Day 0 | Check-in at a budget guest house | ₹1500 (2 nights) | 1 hour | Stay in a simple but comfortable guest house near the beach |
| Day 0 | Visit Basilica of Our Lady of Good Health | ₹0 | 2 hours | Pay respects at this famous Christian pilgrimage site |
| Day 0 | Dinner at a coastal restaurant | ₹500 | 1.5 hours | Enjoy fresh seafood by the beach |
| Day 1 | Visit Velankanni Beach | ₹0 | 2 hours | Relax by the serene beach and take in the peaceful atmosphere |
| Day 1 | Lunch at a local restaurant | ₹500 | 1 hour | Savor local delicacies in the coastal town |
| Day 1 | Explore the nearby temples and local markets | ₹0 | 2 hours | Walk through the local markets and visit other temples |
| Day 1 | Evening prayers at the church | ₹0 | 1.5 hours | Participate in a peaceful evening prayer session at the basilica. |
| Day 2 | Check-out from guest house | ₹0 | 1 hour | Prepare for departure. |
| Day 2 | Return to Chennai by train | ₹350 (Train) | 7 hours | Relax and enjoy the return train journey |
₹5,200
Vellore
| Day | Activity | Cost | Time Required | Suggestion |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Day 0 | Travel from Chennai to Vellore by bus | ₹300 (Bus) | 3 hours | Take a direct bus to Vellore |
| Day 0 | Check-in at a budget lodge | ₹1500 (2 nights) | 1 hour | Stay at a lodge near Vellore Fort |
| Day 0 | Explore Vellore Fort | ₹200 (Entry) | 2 hours | Visit the historic fort and its museum |
| Day 0 | Dinner at a rooftop restaurant | ₹800 | 1.5 hours | Enjoy local delicacies with a view |
| Day 1 | Visit Sripuram Golden Temple | ₹500 (Cab) | 3 hours | Marvel at the grandeur of the golden temple |
| Day 1 | Lunch at a vegetarian restaurant | ₹400 | 1 hour | Relish traditional South Indian meals |
| Day 1 | Explore Amirthi Zoological Park | ₹200 (Entry) | 3 hours | Spend time with nature and wildlife |
| Day 1 | Shop for handmade leather goods | ₹1000 | 2 hours | Buy quality leather products |
| Day 2 | Check-out from lodge | ₹0 | 1 hour | Prepare for departure |
| Day 2 | Return to Chennai by bus | ₹300 (Bus) | 3 hours | Relax on the return journey |
₹6,200
Yelagiri
| Day | Activity | Cost | Time Required | Suggestion |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Day 0 | Travel from Chennai to Yelagiri by bus | ₹400 (Bus) | 5 hours | Take a bus to this serene hill station |
| Day 0 | Check-in at a nature resort | ₹3000 (2 nights) | 1 hour | Stay amidst lush greenery |
| Day 0 | Explore Punganoor Lake | ₹300 (Boating) | 2 hours | Enjoy boating and relaxing by the lake |
| Day 0 | Dinner at a hilltop restaurant | ₹800 | 1.5 hours | Relish local and continental cuisine |
| Day 1 | Visit Jalagamparai Waterfalls | ₹500 (Cab) | 3 hours | Take a short trek to this picturesque waterfall |
| Day 1 | Lunch at a resort café | ₹700 | 1.5 hours | Savor freshly prepared dishes |
| Day 1 | Explore Yelagiri Nature Park | ₹100 (Entry) | 2 hours | Walk through the serene park and admire the flora |
| Day 1 | Evening trek to Swamimalai Hills | ₹0 | 3 hours | Enjoy panoramic views of the surroundings |
| Day 2 | Check-out from resort | ₹0 | 1 hour | Prepare for departure |
| Day 2 | Return to Chennai by bus | ₹400 (Bus) | 5 hours | Relax on the return journey |