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07-Day South India Temple & Heritage Tour

7 days

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From Chennai (Madras) to Mahabalipuram

4.7

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Operator: SafeHands Travels
Explorer: Curated to ignite your sense of adventure
Private Tour: Travel exclusively with your friends and family
Fully Guided: An experienced guide will be with you for the entire tour
Low Intensity: Travelers can expect some light physical activities
Guided in English: Other languages on request: German, Italian, French, Spanish
Ages 6+

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Itinerary

Day 1
Chennai
Start point
Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India (Chennai International Airport Arrival Gate )
Accommodation
Hotel (The Belstead hotel), Hotel (The Residency - Chennai ), Hotel (Grand Chennai by GRT Hotels )
Landmarks
Chennai International Airport
Day 2
Chennai to Trichy
Meals
Breakfast (Hotel breakfast)
Accommodation
Hotel (Breeze Residency Trichy), Hotel (Hotel Blossom Trichy), Hotel (Courtyard by Marriott Trichy)
Included Activities
- Visit Kapaleeshwarar Temple
- Explore Fort St. George and museum
- Visit San Thome Cathedral
- Stroll along Marina Beach
- Vande Bharat Express train journey to Trichy
Landmarks
Kapaleeshwarar Temple
Fort St. George
San Thome Cathedral
Marina Beach
Chennai Railway Station
Day 3
Trichy to Thanjavur
Meals
Breakfast (Hotel breakfast)
Accommodation
Hotel (Breeze Residency Trichy), Hotel (Hotel Blossom Trichy), Hotel (Courtyard by Marriott Trichy)
Included Activities
- Visit Rock Fort Temple
- Explore St. Joseph's Church
- Visit Sri Ranganathaswamy Temple
Landmarks
Rock Fort Temple
St. Joseph's Church
Sri Ranganathaswamy Temple
Day 4
Thanjavur to Pondicherry
Meals
Breakfast (Hotel breakfast)
Accommodation
Hotel (Hotel Annamalai International - Puducherry), Hotel (Shenbaga Hotel & Convention Centre ), Hotel (Accord Puducherry)
Included Activities
- Visit Brihadeeswarar Temple
- Explore Thanjavur Royal Palace and museum
- Visit Tanjore Painting Workshop
- Free beach walk along Promenade Beach
Landmarks
Brihadeeswarar Temple
Thanjavur Royal Palace
Promenade Beach
Day 5
Pondicherry to Mahabalipuram
Meals
Breakfast (Hotel breakfast)
Accommodation
Resort (Mamalla Beach Resort), Hotel (Ideal Beach Resort ), Hotel (Kaldan Samudra Palace )
Included Activities
- Morning walk along Promenade Beach
- Visit Sri Aurobindo Ashram
- Explore French Quarter (White Town)
- Visit Sacred Heart Basilica
- Evening beach stroll
Landmarks
Promenade Beach
Sri Aurobindo Ashram
Sacred Heart Basilica
Day 6
Mahabalipuram - Kanchipuram Day Trip
Meals
Breakfast (Hotel breakfast)
Accommodation
Resort (Mamalla Beach Resort), Hotel (Ideal Beach Resort ), Hotel (Kaldan Samudra Palace )
Included Activities
- Visit Kailasanatha Temple
- Explore Ekambareswarar Temple
- Discover Kanchipuram's silk weaving heritage at local loom
Landmarks
Kailasanatha Temple
Ekambareswarar Temple
Day 7
Mahabalipuram to Chennai - Departure
End point
Chennai International Airtport, Meenambakkam, Chennai, Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India (Chennai International Airport Departure Gate )
Meals
Breakfast (Hotel breakfast)
Included Activities
- Visit Shore Temple
- Explore Pancha Rathas
- Visit Arjuna's Penance (Descent of the Ganges)
Landmarks
Shore Temple
Pancha Rathas
Arjuna's Penance
Chennai International Airport

Landmarks
Chennai International Airport

Landmarks
Kapaleeshwarar Temple
Fort St. George
San Thome Cathedral
Marina Beach
Chennai Railway Station

Landmarks
Rock Fort Temple
St. Joseph's Church
Sri Ranganathaswamy Temple

Landmarks
Brihadeeswarar Temple
Thanjavur Royal Palace
Promenade Beach

Landmarks
Promenade Beach
Sri Aurobindo Ashram
Sacred Heart Basilica

Landmarks
Kailasanatha Temple
Ekambareswarar Temple

Landmarks
Shore Temple
Pancha Rathas
Arjuna's Penance
Chennai International Airport

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Where You'll Stay

All accommodations are subject to change

The Belstead hotel
Hotel
day 1
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The Residency - Chennai
Hotel
day 1
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Grand Chennai by GRT Hotels
Hotel
day 1
Breeze Residency Trichy
Hotel
Days 2, 3
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Hotel Blossom Trichy
Hotel
Days 2, 3
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Courtyard by Marriott Trichy
Hotel
Days 2, 3
Hotel Annamalai International - Puducherry
Hotel
day 4
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Shenbaga Hotel & Convention Centre
Hotel
day 4
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Accord Puducherry
Hotel
day 4
Ideal Beach Resort
Hotel
Days 5, 6
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Kaldan Samudra Palace
Hotel
Days 5, 6
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Mamalla Beach Resort
Resort
Days 5, 6
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SafeHands Travels

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Age Range

6 to 80 years old

Response time

11 hours

Response rate

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Reviews from other tours by SafeHands Travels

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4.7

Gladys
April 9th, 2026
4.0
This was an excellent adventure! We had a great driver with us for the entire trip and local guides in each location....
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Leon
March 29th, 2026
5.0
We didn’t really know what we expect, but we were overwhelmed by this tour. The organization was seamless and our...
We didn’t really know what we expect, but we were overwhelmed by this tour. The organization was seamless and our driver fantastic. We felt safe at every moment. The tour guides where good to excellent and we learnt so much about the monuments, the culture and the every day life. There was also enough time to walk around on our own. The hotels were all very clean and nice. Over all it was a varied tour through the colorful and vivid Rajasthan. We can‘t wait to come back and tour the south of India with SafeHands.Show more
Mitesh
March 21st, 2026
5.0
We recently completed the 9-Day Rajasthan, Delhi, Agra and Amritsar Tour with Safehadtravels, and I can confidently...
We recently completed the 9-Day Rajasthan, Delhi, Agra and Amritsar Tour with Safehadtravels, and I can confidently say it exceeded every expectation we had. From the very beginning, the team tailored the itinerary perfectly around our interests, making the entire experience feel personal, seamless, and incredibly well thought out. Every destination—Jaipur, Udaipur, Jodhpur, Bikaner, Jaisalmer, New Delhi, Agra, and Amritsar—was handled with care and attention to detail. The accommodations throughout the trip were excellent, each one comfortable, well-located, and adding to the overall experience. What truly set this tour apart was the quality of the guides in each city. They were knowledgeable, engaging, and passionate about what they do. They provided detailed insights into the history and culture, while also giving us plenty of time to explore independently and take photos at our own pace. We never once felt rushed, which made the trip even more enjoyable. A special mention must go to our driver, Milap. He was absolutely fantastic—professional, friendly, and always punctual. His English was very good, making communication easy, and he went above and beyond by ensuring the car was stocked daily with drinks and snacks. He truly made our journey comfortable and stress-free. Overall, Safehadtravels delivered a flawless experience. Everything was perfectly organized, and we felt looked after every step of the way. If you're considering a tour in India, don’t hesitate—book with Safehadtravels. You will not be disappointed.Show more

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07-Day South India Temple & Heritage Tour

Itinerary

Chennai

Chennai to Trichy

Included Activities

Trichy to Thanjavur

Included Activities

Thanjavur to Pondicherry

Included Activities

Pondicherry to Mahabalipuram

Included Activities

Mahabalipuram - Kanchipuram Day Trip

Included Activities

Mahabalipuram to Chennai - Departure

Included Activities

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