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Madurai Marvels: Temples and Palaces Private Tour From Trichy
Madurai Marvels: Temples and Palaces Private Tour From Trichy
Madurai Marvels: Temples and Palaces Private Tour From Trichy
Madurai Marvels: Temples and Palaces Private Tour From Trichy
Madurai Marvels: Temples and Palaces Private Tour From Trichy

Madurai Marvels: Temples and Palaces Private Tour From Trichy

By Agora Voyages Pvt. Ltd.
Free cancellation available
Price is £116 per adult* *Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults
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Features
  • Free cancellation available
  • 8h
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Selective hotel pickup
Overview

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, marvelling 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 splendours of Madurai.

Activity location

  • Madurai Meenakshi Amman Temple
    • Venmani Rd, Sellur
    • 625002, Madurai, India, India

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Madurai Meenakshi Amman Temple
    • Venmani Rd, Sellur
    • 625002, Madurai, India, India

Check availability

Car Only in English
  • Activity duration is 8 hours8h
    8h
  • Opening hours: Fri 06:00-10:00
  • English

Includes: Private Car with Driver.
Pickup included

Language options: English
Price details
£116.33 x 1 Adult£116.33
Total
Price is £116.33
Until Thu, 1 May
Car & Guide in English
  • Activity duration is 8 hours8h
    8h
  • Opening hours: Fri 06:00-10:00
  • English

Includes: Private Car with Driver + Private Guides.
Pickup included

Language options: English
Price details
£207.30 x 1 Adult£207.30
Total
Price is £207.30
Until Thu, 1 May
Car, Guide & Entrance in English
  • Activity duration is 8 hours8h
    8h
  • Opening hours: Fri 06:00-10:00
  • English

Includes: Private Car with Driver + Private Guides + Entrance & activities charges mentioned in the itinerary.

Pickup included

Language options: English
Price details
£222.22 x 1 Adult£222.22
Total
Price is £222.22
Until Thu, 1 May
Car, Guide, Entrance & Lunch in English
  • Activity duration is 8 hours8h
    8h
  • Opening hours: Fri 06:00-10:00
  • English

Includes: Private Car with Driver + Private Guides + Entrance & activities charges mentioned in the itinerary & Lunch.
Pickup included

Language options: English
Price details
£246.83 x 1 Adult£246.83
Total
Price is £246.83
Until Thu, 1 May

What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's includedEnglish speaking local guide, if option selected.
  • What's includedWhat's includedEntrance fees to monuments, if option selected.
  • What's includedWhat's includedPrivate AC car/van for pick up and drop off from/to your hotel.
  • What's includedWhat's includedLunch, if option selected.
  • What's includedWhat's includedGovernment Taxes.
  • What's includedWhat's includedBottled water in the car.
  • What's excludedWhat's excludedCamera charges at monuments.
  • What's excludedWhat's excludedService charge and optional activities.
  • What's excludedWhat's excludedAnything not mentioned in the inclusions.

Know before you book

  • Specialised infant seats are available
  • Public transport options are available nearby
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • In accordance with UK consumer law, 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).

Activity itinerary

Tiruchirappalli (Pass by)
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
  • 2h
  • Admission ticket included
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.
Thirumalai Nayakkar Mahal
  • 1h
  • Admission ticket included
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.
Madurai
  • 1h
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM: Lunch break at a local restaurant. Indulge in some delicious South Indian cuisine, known for its unique flavours and variety of vegetarian and non-vegetarian dishes.
Gandhi Memorial Museum
  • 30m
  • Admission ticket included
1:00 PM - 3:00 PM: Visit the Gandhi Memorial Museum, a tribute to Mahatma Gandhi and his philosophy of non-violence. Explore the museum's exhibits, including photographs, letters, and personal belongings of Gandhi, which provide insights into his life, teachings, and the freedom struggle of India. Learn about the historical events that shaped India's independence movement and Gandhi's role in it.
Koodal Azhagar Temple
  • 30m
3:00 PM - 4:30 PM: Visit Koodal Azhagar Temple, a prominent Vaishnavite temple known for its exquisite carvings and rich religious significance. Admire the beautifully sculpted pillars and the intricate artwork on the walls that depict scenes from Hindu mythology. Immerse yourself in the spiritual atmosphere of the temple and learn about its history and customs.
Tiruchirappalli (Pass by)
4:30 PM - 6:30 PM: Drive back to Trichy, enjoying the scenic countryside once again. 6:30 PM: Drop off at your hotel in Trichy, marking the end of your day tour.

Location

Activity location

  • LOB_ACTIVITIESLOB_ACTIVITIESMadurai Meenakshi Amman Temple
    • Venmani Rd, Sellur
    • 625002, Madurai, India, India

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • PEOPLEPEOPLEMadurai Meenakshi Amman Temple
    • Venmani Rd, Sellur
    • 625002, Madurai, India, India

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