Sacred Temple Tour: Chennai to Tiruvannamalai & Golden Temple
Why we love it?
The Sacred Temple Tour from Chennai to Tiruvannamalai and the Golden Temple offers an immersive experience into the rich spiritual heritage of southern India. Lasting 11 hours, this tour is ideal for travelers interested in exploring significant religious sites and understanding local culture. Participants will visit iconic temples, guided by an English-speaking local expert, who provides insights into the history and significance of each location. The tour includes comfortable transportation in a private AC vehicle, with options for lunch and entrance fees, ensuring a convenient and enriching day trip.
Inclusions
- Private AC car/van for pick up and drop off from/to your hotel.
- English speaking local guide, if option selected.
- Entrance fees to monuments, if option selected.
- Lunch, if option selected.
- Bottled water in the car.
- Government Taxes.
Exclusions
- Camera charges at monuments.
- Gratuities and optional activities.
- Anything not mentioned in the inclusions.
Itinerary
Step 1
6:00 AM - Depart from Chennai: Start your day early and depart from Chennai in a private car with a knowledgeable driver and an accompanied guide who will provide you with insights and information throughout the trip.
Step 2
10:00 AM - Arrival at Arunachaleswarar Temple: Arrive at Tiruvannamalai and head straight to the Arunachaleswarar Temple.
Step 3
12:00 PM - 1:30 PM - Lunch break: Enjoy a leisurely lunch at a local restaurant and savor the local cuisine.
Step 4
3:00 PM - 4:00 PM - Visit Vellore Golden Temple: Drive to Vellore and visit the famous Golden Temple, a stunning shrine dedicated to Lord Narayani. Your tour guide will provide you with information about the temple and its significance, and accompany you during the visit.
Step 5
4:00 PM - Departure: Start your return journey back to Chennai, which is approximately 200 kilometers and takes around 4 hours to reach, with your knowledgeable tour guide and driver.
8:00 PM - Arrival in Chennai:
Step 6
The Vellore Fort built during Channa Bommi Nayaka and Thimma Reddy Nayaka in the 15th century and happens to be one of the best examples of military architecture in South India. These two who built Vellore fort were Chieftains under Sadashiva Raya who was the ruler of Vijayanagara at that time. It is one of the most massive forts built during its time and is considered as one of the unique forts in India. It is spread over an area of more than 500 meters, situated at an altitude of 220m. Located right in the centre of the city, it has a giant moat at its entrance, where 10,000 crocodiles used to swim earlier.
Jalakandeswarar Temple is located
precisely within Vellore Fort. The temple is a magnificent representation of grand Vijayanagaram Architecture. One may also observe detailed sculptures dedicated to other Hindu deities such as Lord Vishnu, Goddess Mahalakshmi, Goddess Parvati, Lord Brahma, and Goddess Saraswathi. The Temple is a highly regarded landmark highlighting the architectural skill of ancient times, while showcasing the significance of special traditions upheld by the Hindu community, which invoke feelings of peace and a connection to the divine.
Step 8
After sightseeing drive back to Chennai and drop off to your hotel.
Please Note
- Stroller or pram accessible
- Infants must not sit on laps
- Not suitable for pets
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Please provide your hotel name and address at the time of booking or at least 3 days prior to the trip date. Our guide and driver will meet you in the hotel lobby at the scheduled time. Contact details will be shared one day prior to the tour.
Know Before You Go
- Infant seats available
- Public transportation nearby
Cancellation Policy
Fully refundable until 1 day before start
Non-refundable after 1 day before start
