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Free cancellation available
The previous price was £111 and current price is £99 per adult* *Get a lower price by selecting multiple travellers
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Features

  • Free cancellation available
  • 4h
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Selective hotel pickup

Overview

    • Discover Madurai’s living heritage and rich culture
    • Enjoy an authentic rickshaw ride through vibrant streets
    • Visit iconic sites like Meenakshi Temple and Gandhi Museum
    • Explore local markets and lesser-known gems
    • Taste local street food and South Indian specialities

Activity location

    • Madurai
    • Madurai, Tamil Nadu, India

Meeting/Redemption Point

    • Madurai
    • Madurai, Tamil Nadu, India

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ChuttiS04-01 / Tuk-Tuk (Auto) +Guide

  • Activity duration is 4 hours4h
    4h
  • English

Includes transport by tuk-tuk (auto rickshaw) along with guide services.

Language options: English
Price details
£110.32
£99.29 x 1 Adult£99.29
Total
The previous price was £110.32 and current price is £99.29
10% off

ChuttiS04-02 /Tuk-Tuk (Auto) +Guide+Entrance

  • Activity duration is 4 hours4h
    4h
  • English

Includes transport by tuk-tuk (auto rickshaw), guide services, and entrance fees.

Language options: English
Price details
£127.70
£114.93 x 1 Adult£114.93
Total
The previous price was £127.70 and current price is £114.93
10% off

What's included, what's not

  • Inclusions
    Hotel pickup and drop-off in a private vehicle.
  • Inclusions
    Rickshaw ride accompanied by an experienced local driver.
  • Inclusions
    Visits to Meenakshi Amman Temple, Gandhi Memorial Museum, and Thirumalai Nayak Palace.
  • Inclusions
    Guided walk through lively local markets.
  • Inclusions
    Street food tasting with a selection of authentic regional delicacies.
  • Inclusions
    Professional English-speaking guide.
  • Inclusions
    Monument and attraction entry fees (included when the entrance option is selected).
  • Inclusions
    Multiple opportunities for photography at major highlights.
  • Inclusions
    All applicable local taxes and service charges included.
  • Exclusions
    Additional food and drinks
  • Exclusions
    Personal expenses and service charge
  • Exclusions
    Anything not specifically mentioned in inclusions

Know before you book

    • Not allowed: Alcohol and drugs, Nudity
    • Not suitable for: People over 95 years
    • In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, activities services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. Supplier cancellation policy will apply.
    • This activity is provided by a professional trader (a party acting within their trade, business or profession).

What you can expect

  • Detailed Itinerary

    1. Thirumalai Nayak Palace

    Meet your guide at your hotel and proceed to Thirumalai Nayak Palace, a 17th-century royal residence known for its grand Indo-Saracenic architecture.

    Explore the courtyard and learn about the Nayak dynasty.

    Closed: Certain public holidays (subject to government rules).
    Entry Ticket: Included (if mentioned in booking option).

    1. Rickshaw Ride Through Old Madurai

    Experience a guided ride through the old quarters of Madurai.

    Depending on availability, this will be:

    Cycle rickshaw (short distance)
    OR

    Auto-rickshaw (motorised three-wheeler)

    The ride passes through:

    Local markets

    Traditional residential streets

    Flower vendors

    Textile areas

    Important:

    This is an authentic local ride, not a luxury vehicle.

    Roads may be uneven and traffic can be busy.

    Portions of the tour require short walking segments.

    1. Meenakshi Amman Temple (Exterior & Permitted Areas)

    Visit the iconic Meenakshi Amman Temple, one of the most important temples in South India.

    Your guide will explain:

    Temple architecture

    Mythology

    Cultural significance

    Important Information:

    Entry into certain inner sanctum areas is restricted to Hindus only.

    Modest dress is mandatory (shoulders & knees covered).

    Cameras and phones may be restricted in certain areas.

    Temple timings may affect visit schedule.

    1. Gandhi Memorial Museum (Closed on Fridays)

    Visit the Gandhi Memorial Museum to learn about Mahatma Gandhi’s life and India’s independence movement.

    Closed: Fridays and certain national holidays.
    If closed, exterior visit or alternative heritage stop will be arranged.

    1. Street Food Tasting (If Included Option Selected)

    Enjoy tasting selected local South Indian snacks from trusted vendors.

    Important to Note:

    Food tasting is included only if selected in booking option.

    Street food is local and simple in nature.

    Please inform us in advance of any dietary restrictions.

    Temple access is subject to religious regulations.

    Gandhi Museum is closed on Fridays.

    Rickshaw ride distance is short and depends on traffic permissions.

    Some walking is involved.

    Madurai streets can be crowded and noisy — this is part of the authentic experience.

Location

Activity location

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    • Madurai
    • Madurai, Tamil Nadu, India

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    • Madurai
    • Madurai, Tamil Nadu, India