The Pilgrim's End: Madurai, Rameshwaram & Kanyakumari

Day 1: Madurai

Arrive at Madurai, report to the coach, and proceed to the hotel. Meals: Dinner

Day 2: Madurai – Rameshwaram

Visit Meenakshi Temple, Madurai's claim to fame for its meticulous colorful carvings on the Gopurams (towers), in the vivid Dravidian image of Gods, Goddesses, animals, and mythical figures. Later, proceed to Rameshwaram. Pass by the Pamban Bridge. On arrival, visit the Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam Museum. Extra Topping: Tea / Coffee / Soft Drink en-route to Rameshwaram. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 3: Rameshwaram – Tiruchendur – Kanyakumari

Early morning, take a Sphatik Linga Darshan, and also take a sacred bath at 22 Teertham Snanam. Then we visit the famous Ramanathaswamy Temple, a masterpiece in Dravidian architecture. Visit Vibhishan Temple / Dhanuskodi. Later, we proceed to Kanyakumari via Tiruchendur, where the sea shore temple of Subrahmanyam is one of the delightful spots sanctified and venerated by every Hindu. Arrive in Kanyakumari. Enjoy the sunset in the evening. Extra Topping: Tea / Coffee / Soft Drink at Rameshwaram. Tea / Coffee / Soft Drink en-route to Kanyakumari. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 4: Kanyakumari – Trivandrum

Visit Swami Vivekananda Rock Memorial. Visit the meditation hall and the smarak. Visit Kanyakumari Mandir, one of the 51 Shakti Peethas. We also see the Tri Smudra Milan and Gandhi Mandapam, followed by a visit to Suchindram Temple. Here we also enjoy the 77-meter-long and 10-meter-wide Glass Bridge that connects the Vivekananda Memorial with the Thiruvalluvar statue, offering a unique experience of walking above the ocean and soaking in the beauty of the city. Proceed to Trivandrum. Arrive in Trivandrum. Extra Topping: Targola / Coconut water at Gandhi Mandapam. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 5: Trivandrum – Jatayu Nature Park – Trivandrum

In the morning, visit Padmanabh Swami Temple, Raja Ravi Varma Art Gallery, and Napier Museum. Proceed to visit Jatayu Nature Park, which holds the distinction of having the world’s largest bird sculpture of the Jatayu. The sculpture sits at the spot where Jatayu took his last breath. The statue also houses the Jatayu Museum, where you can enjoy an audio-visual show. Extra Topping: Tea / Coffee / Soft Drink at Jatayu Nature Park. Notes: At Padmanabh Swami Temple, men have to wear a plain white / black loongi and ladies have to wear a saree (no specific color). Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 6: Departure from Trivandrum

Proceed to Trivandrum Airport. Board the flight to your hometown. Tour Concludes. Meals: Breakfast

• A perfect spiritual and cultural journey through South India’s holy cities.

• Meenakshi Temple: One of the most stunning and colorful temples in India, dedicated to Goddess Meenakshi and Lord Sundareswarar.

• Sphatik Lingam: A pure crystal Shiva Lingam worshipped at Rameshwaram Temple.

• Rameshwaram: Visit this sacred Dham dedicated to Lord Shiva.

• Kanyakumari Sea Glass Bridge: Walk on India’s first sea glass bridge.

• The Jatayu Earth Center: Home to the world’s largest bird sculpture, blending mythology, adventure, and nature in one epic experience.

• Tri Samudra Milan: The only place in India where you can witness the meeting of three mighty seas in one panoramic frame.

• Thiruchendur Temple: A sacred shrine to Lord Murugan right at the edge of the sea.

• Swami Vivekananda Rock Memorial: A peaceful monument in the middle of the sea.

• Accommodation: Twin sharing basis for the duration of the tour in the itinerary.

• Meals: As mentioned in the itinerary.

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