From Chennai

₹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