Things to do in Madurai, Tamil Nadu: The Best Bus Tours

November 18, 2021 Misti Hsu

Madurai is one of the major cities in the Indian state of Tamil Nadu. It is the administrative headquarters of Madurai District, the third largest city in Tamil Nadu, and the 25th most populated city in India. Located on the banks of River Vaigai, Madurai has been a major settlement for two millennia.
Restaurants in Madurai

1. South India Temple Tour - 14n15d

Airport, Meenambakkam, Chennai, Tamil Nadu 600016, India All India Packages
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Travelers can visit all Arupadai Veedu, Navagraham and Pancha Bootham temples including other important and famous temples in Tamilnadu within 15 days.

Inclusions: Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Air-conditioned vehicle, WiFi on board, Private transportation, All Fees and Taxes, 3 Star Hotels, All Airport Transfer, Sightseeing as per the itinerary

Exclusions: Air ticket & Visa, Lunch & Dinner, Any type of entrance fee & rides, Any other self-expenses, 5% GST

Reviewed By Curious51937979213

Remarkable experience with AIP. Abdul and their team are trustable and friendly. All the hotels what we stayed are fantastic and the travel team made sure everything is in order. Rates are very reasonable and superb service. I have recommended to family and friends already. Will recommend to anyone who are planning a trip to India. Thank Abdul and your team for this unforgettable trip. Keep going…

2. Best of South India in 15 days with guide, hotels and car

Five Senses Tours
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In this South India tour over 15 days, guests will experience the unique culture of the 3 South Indian States of Tamil Nadu, Kerala and Karnataka. We will explore the architectural marvels built by patron Kings over the last 1000 years. We will also unravel the mysteries behind colourful rituals in magnificent temples. World heritage monuments of Mahabalipuram, Brihadeswar temple as well as Hampi will be the key highlights. The tour also includes a blissful 24 hours on a house boat in Kerala over the backwaters of the Arabian Sea!

Inclusions: Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Lunch, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Dinner, Private car, 13 nights accommodation in hotels, 24 hours in houseboat with all meals in Alleppey, Guide, All entrance charges

Exclusions: Food and beverages, Activities like boating

Reviewed By marthahG6435DB

I came to chennai on work and was alone on a weekend. So decided to book a day trip to Pondicherry through Five senses tours as their reviews were very good. It was a lovely day and the tour company was both professional and friendly. Our gudie balaji was very informative as he was born and brought up there. He also ensured we got a very good feel for the French heritage. He took us to magnificent churches and also took us on a architecture walk along the French quarters. I enjoyed Auroville the most. The tranquility at the dome was absolute. All arrangements by Five senses tours were impeccable. They send a clean and air-conditioned car. The driver was safe and courteous. Out guide Balaji was there to pick us in morning and was with us till the drop back at night . He had also organised simple and delicious lunch. It was a fully paid tour so no hassles and Five senses organised everything so I could just seep in the beauty of Pondicherry!

3. Foodies Day Out at Madurai

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We at "Foodies Day Out" offer you the chance to experience the local cuisine as the natives do. We take you to places where no guide book can lead you to. On this tour, we travel across the city of Madurai, to taste the best culinary dishes the city has to offer. We drive around in a car to eat the best signature dishes of our local eateries and also walk along the streets to indulge ourselves in uninhibited eating spree. You will get to taste some unique "madurai" dishes, such as paruthipaal (cotton seed milk), thennam kuruthu (bark of the coconut tree), bun parotta, the super delicious Jil Jil Jigar Thanda etc.

Inclusions: Beverages, Bottled water, Dinner, Food tasting, Snacks, Tour escort/host, Hotel pickup and drop-off

Exclusions: Gratuities, Alcoholic drinks

Reviewed By bod75

Really enjoyable evening with Soundar who is extremely knowledgeable about his city and it’s food. Ate lots of new things and am now feeling very full! Top marks.

4. Ancient Caves with Temple & Backwater (16 Days)

Agora Voyages OPC Pvt. Ltd.
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On this 16 days tour explore the Ancient Caves of Ajanta & Ellora, visit the marvelous Temple of South India, and rejuvenate in the Backwater of Kerala. You will also visit Hyderabad the city blessed with extraordinary wealth of historic monuments. All airport transfers, sightseeing and excursion will be provide in an air conditioned vehicle, with private government licences local tour guide in each city. You will travel in flight on Mumbai - Aurangabad - Hyderabad - Chennai sectors.

Inclusions: Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Lunch, Breakfast, Dinner, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, 15 Nights accommodation in selected price category hotels., Bottled drinking water in car , English speaking tour guide on sightseeing days (local guide in each city)., Deluxe air-conditioned private vehicle with chauffeur as per tour program., Monuments entrances and activities charges mentioned in the itinerary., Government taxes.

Exclusions: Mumbai - Aurangabad - Hyderabad - Chennai flight fare approx INR 15000 per person., Camera charges at monuments , Meals other than mentioned in inclusions., Expenses of personal nature like liquor, laundry, tips, telephone, fax, internet etc., Anything not mentioned in inclusions.

Reviewed By KaranK1003

Jammu division has snowfall but not in Jammu city. If you are scares to go to Kashmir, go to Patnitop in Dec end or January and you will out of the world experience of snowfall, you can also visit Poonch, Kishtwar, Doda, Bani, Basohli, Sarthal to get views like you are in a foreign country. Enjoy Jammu

5. Half Day - Madurai City Tour

Uvamai Niche Tourism
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Experience the spectacular ancient southern city which has earned the sobriquet, 'Athens of the East,' one of the great historical importance in the country. On this tour explore the most iconic attractions of city

Inclusions: Hotel pickup and drop-off , Private transportation, Air-conditioned vehicle, Gratuities, Fuel surcharge, Parking Fees, Bottled water

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Reviewed By RengaN7

Madurai, Rameswaram and Kanyakumari are the most important holy places for Hindus. In every Hindus has to visit this location at once in their life. Best itinerary is reach kanyakumari by train and take cab from kanyakumari and visit kanyakumari, Rameswaram and Madurai by cab and leave the cab at Madurai and take train from there. Minimum you have to spend 3 days.

6. Tour to Chettinad Heritage Town, Thirumayam Fort & Temples from Madurai

Uvamai Niche Tourism

Discover indigenous arts and local streets of Chettinad during this cultural tour, Chettinad region is most popular and adored for its 18th century mansions, unique and ornamented palatial houses , with wide courtyards and spacious rooms embellished with marble and teak. Beautiful front court yard with wide and lengthy corridors on all four sides lined with ornamental pillars and antiques are a part of the Chettinad Houses. These palatial houses are found in the villages of Kaanadukathan, Aathangudi, Kandanur, Kad-iyapatti. Many of these mansions were built using a type of limestone known as karai hence they are also called as Karai[limestone] veedu. Local legend narrates that the mansion walls were polished with a paste made out of egg whites to give them a smooth and shiny texture.

Inclusions: Hotel pickup and drop-off, Air-conditioned vehicle, Private transportation, Fuel surcharge, Gratuities, Parking Fees, Bottled water

Exclusions: Food and drinks, Entrance Fees (wherever if applicable)

Reviewed By allankj_ra

Despite a fairly high price, nothing is included in this tour, except a driver. Avoid this tour. And the company trested me very rude when I questioned the program.

7. 14-Days Classical South India trip from Chennai by Wonder tours

Airport, Meenambakkam, Chennai, Tamil Nadu 600016, India Wonder tours

The culture of Tamil Nadu is one of the main areas of pride in the heritage of India. Unique in the way it represents the artistic development in Tamil Nadu, the culture of Tamil Nadu is a storehouse of treasures. In fact the culture of Tamil Nadu also forms one of the important points of focus during a tour to Tamil Nadu.

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Exclusions: Gratuities, Food and drinks, unless specified

Reviewed By thegoguy

I had a blast touring the bustling Sowcarpet Market in Chennai with Rajesh. I'm a vlogger so Rajesh had to take extra time to allow me to properly film the shots that I wanted to capture, which he did. He also explained the important facts of the market and the food so that I could get myself situated in this maze of history and food. All in all, an awesome experience. I highly recommend you book this tour!

8. Tamilnadu Heritage Tour Package

Airport, Meenambakkam, Chennai, Tamil Nadu 600016, India South India Vacation

TamilNadu Heritage Tours. 8N / 9D - TAMILNADU HERITAGE TOUR PACKAGE. heritage-tours. Package Itinerary; Cost Includes; Cost Excludes; Enquire Now

Inclusions: Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Air-conditioned vehicle, Road taxes

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Reviewed By gunras71

We feel very convincing n comfortable travel with them. Their knowledge about all Temples n south India is very widen. Also very reasonable price n good hospitality. Good arrangement were done by them. U will feel more safe travel with them.

9. Cochin to Madurai the Backwater, Tea Estate & Temple Tour

Agora Voyages OPC Pvt. Ltd.

The Incredible Cochin to Madurai the Backwater, Tea Estate & Temple Tour will begin with your arrival in Cochin. Explore Fort Kochi, the old-town quarters famous for its cobblestoned lanes and Dutch, Portuguese, and Jewish heritage. Then head to Alleppey, a Venetian-esque town built onto canals and streams known as the Keralan backwaters. Encounter with exotic wildlife in thick evergreen forest of Thekkady noted for its diversity, scenic beauty & a haven for natural spices. Continue to Munnar in the Western Ghats mountain range a hill station and former resort for the British Raj elite. Next drive to Madurai and visit one of the largest ancient temple complexes and shrines that truly showcase its spiritual wealth and past glory in its brilliant architecture and divine charm.

Inclusions: Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Dinner, Lunch, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, 7 Nights accommodation in selected price category hotels., Deluxe Air-conditioned private vehicle from arrival till departure as per tour program, Monument entrance fees & activities charges mentioned in the itinerary., English speaking tour guide on sightseeing days (local guide in each city)., Bottled drinking water in car., Government taxes.

Exclusions: Any air fare (international/ domestic), Camera charges at monuments., Expenses of personal nature like liquor, laundry, tips, telephone, fax, internet etc., Anything not mentioned in inclusions.

Reviewed By DrSrinivas V

place is 15 kms from pondichery,walk of 2 kms is require in nature protected forest,nice accomidatio and visit needs 2 to 3 hrs,due to covid19,we could not go insude

10. South India Temple Tour (7 Days)

Agora Voyages OPC Pvt. Ltd.

Your voyage to South India Temples will begin from the colonial port Chennai. Explore the city and advance to visit Kanchipuram the city of thousand temple & Mahabalipuram. Further drive to Pondicherry the French colonial town and visit Aurovil. Continue to visit UNESCO WHS of the Great Living Chola Temples at Gangaikonda Cholapuram, Darasuram & Thanjore. See some largest active temples in India at Trichy and Madurai.

Inclusions: Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Garland welcome and assistance on arrival at airport, 6 Nights accommodation in selected price category hotels., Deluxe Air-conditioned private vehicle from arrival till departure as per tour program, Monuments entrances & activities charges mentioned in the itinerary, English speaking tour guide on sightseeing days (local guide in each city)., Government taxes.

Exclusions: Madurai - Chennai flight fare approx INR 3500 per person., Meals other than mentioned in inclusions., Expenses of personal nature like liquor, laundry, tips, telephone, fax, internet etc., Anything not mentioned in inclusions.

Reviewed By DrSrinivas V

place is 15 kms from pondichery,walk of 2 kms is require in nature protected forest,nice accomidatio and visit needs 2 to 3 hrs,due to covid19,we could not go insude

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