Southern Triangle Tour Package

Tour Overview

With our 4 Nights and 5 Days ‘Southern Triangle Tour’ package, travel on a journey to the southern part of India with touring to places like Madurai, Rameswaram, and Kanyakumari.

This will be a one crazy driving experience where you will be dwelling deeper into spirituality in Madurai, cruising wildly on the Pamban Bridge, watching the most talked sunset view at Indias’ Lands’ end, and admiring the architectural intelligence of Rameswaram temple during this journey of five days.

So, book yourself for this blissful journey of 4 Nights and 5 Days to the Southern Triangle of India. And live one magical and inexplicable experience in the south.

Note: The below tour itinerary is only a suggestive form so if you need any kind of readjustment or modifications, then you can contact us.

Tour Highlights

Sightseeing tour of Madurai.
Visit Thirumalai Nayakar Mahal, Gandhi Memorial, and Meenakshi temple.
Experience the spiritual bliss of Ramanathaswamy Temple.
Explore Ram Padam, Agnitheertham, and Hanuman Temple.
Morning Darshan at Ramanathaswamy temple.

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Day 01 – Arrival in Madurai – Enjoy a Sightseeing tour to Madurai

Upon your arrival at the Madurai Airport/ Railway station, the tour representative will then help you in your transfer to your hotel room and directs you towards the check-in process. And with your successful check-in process, relax for a bit in your hotel room.

After some time, please proceed towards a sightseeing tour to Madurai. You will be visiting three of the major landmarks in this city i.e. ThirumalaiNayakkar Mahal, Gandhi Memorial, and Meenakshi temple.

ThirumalaiNayakkar Mahal is a 17th-century old palace briefly presenting a classical fusion of Dravidian and Rajput architectural design. You can revel in its beauty and you will also be able to capture some of your royal moments at this palace. The palace also hosts a light and sound show every day in the evening around 6:45 pm so after your day tour will be over then, you can here and enjoy that show.

After that, you will be visiting the Gandhi Museum which is only 3 km away from this place. You will find yourself walking along a tree-lined road during this short trip. On reaching the museum, you can check out the sections accounting the Indian struggle for freedom and a separate section exhibiting some rare objects related to the life of Mahatma Gandhi.

In the afternoon, you will walk on a spiritual tour to Meenakshi Temple. It is a 15-acre temple complex which is guarded by gateway towers made of multi-colored images of gods and demons. You will enter the temple complex through the eastern entrance, you will then see a 1000 pillars hall which is intricately designed by life-size figures. Then, head towards paying a homage to the goddess Meenakshi and after that, you are free to spend the day in whatever way you like. You can stay here and enjoy Aarti rituals at night.

Otherwise, you can do a little shopping outside the Meenakshi temple. You can buy some cotton fabrics and hand-woven work from here.

Finally, get back to your hotel room for an overnight stay.

Meals Included– Breakfast
Day 02 – En-route to Rameswaram – A City Tour

After having a delicious breakfast, please proceed towards your next destination ‘Rameswaram’, which is only 170 km away from Madurai. For Rameswaram, you will enjoy driving alongside the lush green beauty of Tamil Nadu.

When you will safely reach Rameswaram, the tour representative will assist you in your check-in process and then, relax for a bit.

After some time, proceed towards your sightseeing tour to Rameswaram. You will make your first stop at RamanathaswamyTemple which is one of the 12 holy Jyotirlingas in India. The temple is dedicated to the sacred mound (a sculpture which is believed to be carved by Goddess Sita, so that Lord Rama can worship Lord Shiva.) and is expected to witness thousands of visitors every day. It also said that the temple has 22 wells and the water of the well has some medicinal properties.

Other local sites you will visit are Ram Padam, Agnitheeram, and Hanuman Temple (visit to these sites is totally optional). Rama Padam is a place which is believed to be housing a chakra which has Lord Rama feet engraved in it. Next will be Agnitheeram, a temple where Lord Rama once worshipped Lord Shiva and lastly, Hanuman Temple which exhibits floating stones.

Otherwise, you can go to the lost land of Dhanushkodiwhich is popular for housing various sports activities (Not Inclusive in the package.).

After enjoying your day tour, get back to your hotel room for an overnight stay.

Meals Included– Breakfast
Day 03 – En-route to Kanyakumari – a Sightseeing tour

After having a delicious breakfast, please proceed towards your next destination ‘Kanyakumari’ which is 325 Km away from Rameswaram. Today, you will be driving alongside of green paddy fields and coastal belt of the Lands’ End of India.

But if you choose to go for a morning darshan at Ramanathaswamy temple then, you may have to proceed towards Kanyakumari a little late. While driving towards Kanyakumari, you will take a short break at Tiruchendur, a sea shore temple of Subrahmanyam.

When you will reach safely in Kanyakumari, the tour representative will assist you in your check-in process and then, relax for a bit.

After that, head towards a half-day tour to Vivekananda Memorial. For this, you will have to take a ferry to two-mandapa rock memorial. You will see a huge statue of a famous Tamil poet ‘Tiruvallur’ here which is believed to be carved by around 5,000 sculptors.

Then in the evening, watch the setting sun at Kanyakumari shore. You will watch a very mesmerizing view of the sun submerging into the sea and the sight will stay with you forever as a memory.

Finally, get back to your hotel room for an overnight stay.

Meals Included– Breakfast
Day 04 – En-route to Trivandrum – A Sightseeing Tour

After watching a beautiful sunrise scene, please proceed towards your next destination ‘Trivandrum’. While you will be driving towards Trivandrum, you can make a short break at Thanumalayan temple at Suchindram which is housing a 22ft highHanumann statue (but this visit is optional).

When you will reach safely in Kanyakumari, the tour representative will assist you in your check-in process and then, relax for a bit.

After that, head towards a half-day tour to Trivandrum. You will makeyour first stop at Padmanabhaswamy temple which is also considered the richest temple of India. After having darshan, you will check out the Puthenmalika, a famous horse place exhibiting some ancient wooden sculpture work. Later, you can check out some famous oil paintings and antique collection at Napier Museum.

Finally, get back to your hotel room for an overnight stay.

Meals Included– Breakfast
Day 05 – Departure Day

After having a delicious breakfast in your resort, the representative will assist you in checking-out process and you will then be transferred to Trivandrum Airport/ Railway Station from where you can follow your onward journey. And with this, the tour ends on a memorable note!

Meals Included– Breakfast

Best Season to Travel

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Inclusion and Exclusion

Inclusions

Welcome drink on Arrival at hotel (non-Alcoholic)
Accommodation on Double sharing basis at hotels.
Meals (Daily Breakfast )
All hotel taxes.
Driver T. A. D. A, Fuel Charges, Parking Fee, State Taxes
Sightseeing as per above Itinerary by Individual Vehicle
All taxes except 5% GST

Exclusions

Expenses of personal nature such as tipping, porters, laundry, telephones, Cameras fees etc.
Entrance fees at any point.
Any kind of insurance.
Any Train, Airline’s fare, Ferry charges, Boating etc.
Any claim or delay charges due to natural calamities, landslide, road blockage etc. Or any other things which are not mentioned in the cost included column.
Rates are not Valid during Peak Season and festival holidays (Peak Season: During Christmas, new year, Diwali, Durga Pooja and long weekends or any event).

Things to Know

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q 1: What are the top sightseeing spots of Madurai?

Ans: Madurai is one of India’s oldest continuously inhabited cities and the cultural capital of Tamil Nadu. There are many ancient temples in Madurai, such as the Thiruparankundram dedicated to Lord Muruga. Some of the top most attractions of Madurai include the Madurai Meenakshi Amman Temple dedicated to Goddess Parvati and Vaigai Dam, a man-made structure constructed over River Vaigai. You can also visit Samanar Hills, a beautiful hill rock complex, and the Gandhi Memorial Museum, built in memory of Mahatma Gandhi.

Q 2: What is Ramanathaswamy Temple known for?

Ans: Ramanathaswamy temple is one of the most prominent tourist attractions in Rameshwaram. The main shrine of the temple is dedicated to Lord Shiva and is counted among India’s twelve Jyotirlinga temples. Ramanathaswamy temple is renowned for its majestic towers, imposing structure, intricate corridors, and sculptural works, making it an architectural masterpiece. The Rameswaram temple is also an important destination of the Char Dham Yatra.

Q 3: Why should you visit Trivandrum?

Ans: Trivandrum is the capital city of Kerala known for offering the perfect blend of natural beauty, culture, heritage, and modern amenities. The city houses many popular historical landmarks, such as the iconic Padmanabhaswamy Temple dedicated to Lord Vishnu and built in magnificent Dravidian style. Trivandrum is also considered to be a gateway to the lush landscapes and serene backwaters of Kerala. Just a short drive away from Trivandrum, you can enjoy houseboat cruises in places like the backwaters of Kovalam, Varkala, and Poovar. Trivandrum also houses picturesque beaches like Kovalam Beach, known for its clear blue waters and golden sands.

Q 4: What forms the Southern Triangle?

Ans: The Southern Triangle encompasses three important cities: Madurai in Tamil Nadu, Trivandrum (Thiruvananthapuram) in Kerala, Trivandrum in Kerala, and Kanyakumari at the mainland India’s southernmost tip. Trivandrum is Kerala’s capital known for its beautiful beaches, lush landscapes, and cultural sites like the Padmanabhaswamy Temple. Madurai is one of India’s oldest inhabited cities known for the Meenakshi Amman Temple. Kanyakumari is famous for its Thiruvalluvar Statue and Vivekananda Rock Memorial. It offers splendid sunset and sunrise views over the Arabian Sea, Indian Ocean, and, the Bay of Bengal’s confluence.

Q 5: Why should you visit the Napier Museum?

Ans: The Napier Museum was constructed in the nineteenth century and it exhibits an impressive collection of paintings, artifacts, sculptures, and other exhibits that provide an insight into the rich heritage of Kerala. The structure of the museum combines Chinese and Mughal architectural styles with traditional Kerala architecture. It features a red-colored facade, a sloping roof, and ornate wooden carvings making it a visual delight.