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What to do and see in Madurai, Tamil Nadu: The Best Historical & Heritage Tours
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.
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1. Best of South India in 15 days with guide, hotels and car
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 2 reviews
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!
2. Once Upon A Madurai Trail
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4.8 based on 20 reviews
Join us on an easy walk through the ancient city of Madurai and discover stories behind everyday sights. We'll tell you stories of Gods and their towering monuments, and of Kings and Queens who made Madurai. We'll also talk about many everyday customs and rituals you will see on the streets of Madurai even today.
Inclusions: Bottled water, Beverages, Guide
Exclusions: Hotel pickup and drop-off
Reviewed By RPAllen
I have been a lover of Indian food for 50 years and, on my first trip to India, my children gave me a private market-and-cooking-and-eating excursion with Priya as a birthday present. It was perfect. Priya was right on time and, after a visit to buy vegetables at a nearby famers market, we "went home to cook." I ground some masalas, made coconut chutney on a traditional stone grinder, made my own dosas, etc. It was a fantastic experience. Priya knows how to teach beginners, but she was also wonderful at adapting to my higher level of knowledge. One of my best memories of India!
3. Ancient Caves with Temple & Backwater (16 Days)
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4.0 based on 1 reviews
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
4. Half Day - Madurai City Tour
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3.0 based on 2 reviews
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
Exclusions: Food and drinks, Entrance Fees, Special Dharshan Fees
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.
5. Tour to Chettinad Heritage Town, Thirumayam Fort & Temples from Madurai
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.
6. 14-Days Classical South India trip from Chennai by 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.
Inclusions: Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Driver/guide, Transport by private vehicle
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!
7. Golden Triangle & South India Temples
Experience a taste of India on this outstanding tour of the country’s most fabled sights. Explore the Golden Triangle that combines the country’s capital city Delhi to the wondrous sites of the Mughal capital of Agra, the legendary Fatehpur Sikri, and the Pink City of Jaipur. Then fly to South India colonial port city Chennai. Explore the city and advance to visit Kanchipuram & Mahabalipuram & Pondicherry. 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, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, 12 Nights accommodation in selected price category hotels., Air conditioned deluxe car for airport transfer, sightseeing and excursion as per program., Monuments entrances and activities charges mentioned in the itinerary., English speaking tour guide on sightseeing days (local guide in each city), as per program., Bottled drinking water in car., Government taxes.
Exclusions: Jaipur to Chennai & Madurai to Delhi flight tickets approx fare INR 10500 per person., Camera charges at any 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
8. South India Temple Tour (7 Days)
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
9. Full-Day Madurai Tour Including Meenakshi Amman Temple And Gandhi Museum
Come, experience Madurai with us! Join us on a walk through the ancient city of Madurai, and chance upon her stories; of fickle kings and towering monuments; of whimsical Gods and extraordinary mortals; some set a millennia ago and some of a more recent vintage.
Inclusions: Guide
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Reviewed By AmitK4589
Really amazed to see Shore Teample which was built almost in 8th Century. Really worth wating our legacy and let our future must see these places.
10. 5-Day Private Tour of South India Temples from Madurai
Five days private tour will begin in Madurai, a gateway city with one of the largest active temple complex in India. From here proceed to Rameshwaram a shore city with one of the most secred site of Hindu pilgrimage hosting Jyotirlinga & one of Four Dham. Then Proceed to Thanjavur via visiting Chettinad a region once occupied by wealthy merchants their mansions are now left abandoned. Visit the Great Living Chola Temple in Thanjore then proceed to Trichy home to another active large temple complex complex. You can fly out either from Trichy or from Madurai.
Inclusions: 4 Night accommodation in selected category hotels or similar., Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Applicable GST (government taxes)., Bottled water in car, Deluxe air-conditioned private vehicle with English speaking chauffeur as per tour program., English speaking tour guide on sightseeing days (local guide)., Monuments entrances of sightseeing mentioned in the itinerary., Private airport transfer with assistance of office executive.
Exclusions: Any air fare, Camera charges at monuments , Expenses of personal nature like liquor, laundry, tips, telephone, fax, internet etc., Main Meals, Lunch or dinner unless mentioned, Or anything not mentioned above.
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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