4 Days 3 Nights Chidambaram – Kumbakonam – Thanjavur – Trichy Tour
ITINERARY
Day 1: Travel to Chidambaram & Sightseeing
Depart from Chennai and drive to Chidambaram, the land of the cosmic dancer Lord Nataraja.
* Nataraja Temple – One of the Pancha Bootha Sthalams, representing the element of space (Aakash).
* Vaitheeswaran Koil – An ancient temple dedicated to Lord Shiva as the divine healer of diseases.
* Overnight stay in Chidambaram.
Day 2: Visit Kumbakonam & Travel to Thanjavur
After breakfast, travel to Kumbakonam, known as the “Temple Town” of South India.
* Adi Kumbeswarar Temple – The main temple of Kumbakonam dedicated to Lord Shiva.
* Ramaswamy Temple – Famous for its beautiful sculptures depicting scenes from the Ramayana.
* Mahamaham Tank – Sacred tank where devotees take holy dips during the Mahamaham festival.
* Darasuram Airavateswarar Temple – A UNESCO World Heritage Site showcasing Chola architecture.
* Dhenupureeswarar Temple, Patteeswaram – Dedicated to Goddess Durga, known for its unique south-facing deity.
* Sarangapani Temple – One of the Divya Desams dedicated to Lord Vishnu.
* Overnight stay in Thanjavur.
Day 3: Thanjavur Sightseeing & Travel to Trichy
After breakfast, begin your Thanjavur sightseeing tour – the heart of Chola art and culture.
* Brihadeeswarar Temple – The magnificent ‘Big Temple’, a UNESCO World Heritage Site built by Raja Raja Chola I.
* Thanjavur Palace – Explore royal courtyards, art galleries, and historical artifacts.
* Thanjavur Art Gallery – Home to ancient bronze idols and Chola sculptures.
* Thiruvaiyaru – Visit the sacred town associated with Saint Thyagaraja.
* Overnight stay in Trichy.
Day 4: Trichy Sightseeing & Return to Chennai
After breakfast, explore the historic temples of Tiruchirappalli:
* Thiruvanaikoil (Jambukeswarar Temple) – Dedicated to Lord Shiva, representing the element of water.
* Sri Ranganathaswamy Temple, Srirangam – One of the largest temple complexes in India.
* Rock Fort Temple – Iconic landmark offering panoramic city views.
* Mariamman Temple, Samayapuram – Renowned for its powerful Goddess Mariamman.
* After sightseeing, travel back to Chennai.
End of Tour – Cherish the divine memories and blessings from Tamil Nadu’s most sacred temple towns.
