Madurai Marvels: Temples and Palaces Private Tour From Trichy
Embark on the Madurai Marvels: Temples and Palaces Private Tour from Trichy with a 7:00 AM hotel pickup. Begin your 2.5-hour scenic drive to Madurai, soaking in the picturesque countryside. Arrive at the iconic Meenakshi Amman Temple by 9:30 AM, marveling at its intricate architecture and exploring the vast complex adorned with towering gopurams. Next, visit the majestic Thirumalai Nayakkar Mahal, a 17th-century palace blending Dravidian and Islamic styles. Indulge in a South Indian lunch at a local restaurant before delving into the life of Mahatma Gandhi at the Gandhi Memorial Museum. Conclude your day with a visit to the Koodal Azhagar Temple and a scenic drive back to Trichy, where you'll be dropped off at your hotel by 6:30 PM, filled with the splendors of Madurai.
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Car & Guide
Includes: Private Car with Driver + Private Guides.
Pickup included
What's included in Madurai Marvels: Temples and Palaces Private Tour From Trichy
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Itinerary
TiruchirappalliPass-by Only
7:00 AM: Pickup from your hotel in Trichy. 7:00 AM - 9:30 AM: Drive to Madurai (135 kms/2.5 hrs approx one way). Enjoy the scenic countryside as you make your way towards Madurai.
Madurai Meenakshi Amman Temple
9:30 AM - 11:00 AM: Visit Meenakshi Amman Temple, one of the most famous and revered temples in South India. Marvel at the intricate architecture of this ancient temple, which is dedicated to the Hindu goddess Meenakshi and her consort Lord Shiva. Explore the sprawling temple complex with its towering gopurams (gateway towers), ornate pillared halls, and intricate sculptures depicting mythological stories.
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM: Visit Thirumalai Nayakkar Mahal, a grand palace built in the 17th century by Nayakkar rulers. Admire the impressive architecture that combines Dravidian and Islamic styles, with large courtyards, majestic arches, and beautiful murals on the walls. Explore the main durbar hall, the dance hall, and the surrounding gardens, and learn about the history and cultural significance of this palace.
Inclusions
- English speaking local guide, if option selected.
- Entrance fees to monuments, if option selected.
- Private AC car/van for pick up and drop off from/to your hotel.
- Lunch, if option selected.
- Government Taxes.
- Bottled water in the car.
- Camera charges at monuments.
- Gratuities and optional activities.
- Anything not mentioned in the inclusions.
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Pickup and Dropoff
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Additional Information
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. We provide pickup from all hotels in Trichy
