Arrival at Madurai airport railway station, you will be welcomed by our tour manager and who will transfer you to the respective hotel. Upon reaching, check-in at the Madurai hotel and rest for a while. Later, get ready for a temple tour such as Sri Meenakshi temple, Thiruparankundram, Pazhamudhir Cholai, Koodal and Azhagar Temple. Later in the evening, return back to the hotel for night stay in Madurai.

Meenakshi Amman Temple:

The historic Meenakshi Amman temple is located on the southern bank of the Vaigai River, Madurai, Tamil Nadu. Built sometime between the year 1623 and 1655, the wonderful architecture of the place is renowned globally. Meenakshi Temple is primarily dedicated to Parvati, known as Meenakshi, and her spouse, Shiva. What makes this temple different from the others is the fact that both God and Goddess are worshipped together.

The most striking feature of the temple is its exquisite facade, which has highly minute details with great art pieces incorporated in the walls and pillars. Meenakshi Amman temple complex is made in accordance to the Shilpa Shastra and has 14 gateway towers or 'gopurams', golden 'vimanas', holy sanctums and shrines dedicated to the revered Goddess Meenakshi and many others. It is a major tourist attraction, with thousands of devotees visiting the shrine on a daily basis.

Pazhamudhir Cholai:

Located 25 km away from Madurai, Pazhamudhircholai is one among the 6 prominent abodes of Lord Muruga, called as Arupadaiveedu. Others important abodes of Lord Muruga are Thiruparankundram Subramanya Swamy Temple, Palani Dandayudhapani Swami Temple, Swamimalai Swaminatha Swami Temple, Tiruchendur Senthil Andavar Temple and Tiruttani Subramanya Swamy Temple. On the top of a hill with forests around, it is quite close to the temple of Lord Vishnu Azhagar Kovil.

Lord Muruga is seen here with his two divine consorts Goddesses Valli and Deivayanai. Devotees visit here to seek lord’s blessings. Many devotees come here for wedding, child and even academic blessings. The scenic beauty of the place also attracts many visitors here.

Koodal Azhagar Temple:

Dedicated to Lord Vishnu, the Koodal Azhagar Temple, located in the centre of Madurai city of Tamil Nadu is a unique and famous temple of historical significance constructed in the Dravidian style of architecture and supposedly built by the Pandyas. Koodal is another name for the city of Madurai and Azghar in Tamil translates to 'beautiful one', referring to Vishnu as Koodal Alagar and his consort Lakshmi as Mathuravalli. Beautifully sculpted and carved by adding different shades of colour, the majestic temple imposes itself in the eyes of the beholder.

With Lord Vishnu as the main deity in the form of Sri Koodal Azhagar, this temple is one of the 108 Divyadesams and lies on the 65th spot. This ancient temple is situated near the famous Meenakshi Amman Temple. Six pujas are performed in this temple which covers an area of 2.5acres. What makes this temple so rare and unique, is the presence of three different postures of Vishnu at such proximity to each other. The temple complex is big and built in traditional style with big front Gopuram and beautiful vimanam. Thousands of pilgrims flock here every day and most importantly during the Tamil month of Vaikasi (May - June) to offer their prayers.

Wake up and have a tasty breakfast with your family. As per the Madurai Rameshwaram Kanyakumari holiday tour itinerary you will be transfer to Rameshwaram. On reaching, check-in at the Rameshwaram hotel and freshen up here. After that, you will be taken for local sightseeing/’s and it highlights Hanuman Temple, Pamban Bridge, Dhanushkodi, and 24 kundalas. Later in the evening, you will have to come back to the hotel for comfy night stay.

Panchamukhi Hanuman Temple:

Panchamukhi Hanuman Temple AKA five-faced Hanuman temple is situated at a distance of 2 km from Sri Ramanathaswamy Sanctuary in Rameshwaram and is known to be devoted to Lord Hanuman.The temple stands tall in its off white color which makes it stand out in the hustle of the streets in Rameshwaram. It is believed that Lord Hanuman uncovered his 5 faces here which makes this site extremely sacred and one of the most visited important places in Rameshwaram.

The temple has a huge statue of Hanuman with his five faces which is worshipped and adorned with flowers by many visitors, the tirtham also inhabits the floating stones that were apparently used to build the bridge by Ram and his army of monkeys.  This temple has a lot of intriguing stories that are fun to listen to while sitting under the many trees in the vicinity.

Pamban Bridge:

Pamban Bridge is a railway bridge that connects the town of Rameswaram on Pamban Island with Mandapam in mainland India. Opened on 24 February 1914, it was India's first sea bridge, and was the longest sea bridge in India until the opening of the Bandra–Worli Sea Link in 2010. The rail bridge is, for the most part, a conventional bridge resting on concrete piers but has a double-leaf bascule section midway, which can be raised to let ships and barges pass through.

The Pamban bridge was the only surface transport link that connected Rameswaram to the mainland India till 1988 when a road bridge was constructed parallel to the railway bridge. In 2020, construction of a new bridge closer to the existing one began which was planned to eventually replace the existing bridge. In December 2022, rail transportation on the bridge was suspended permanently as the bascule section had weakened significantly due to corrosion.

Dhanuskodi:

Located at the south eastern tip of Pamban Island, Dhanuskodi is one of the unique attractions of Rameshwaram. It is located around around 20 km away from Rameshwaram. The name Dhanuskodi literally means ‘end of bow’, which denotes the legend of Lord Rama and the Hindu sacred text Ramayana.

One of the smallest towns in the world, with a length of just 50 yards, Dhanushkodi is the land border between Sri Lanka and India. It is around 15 km away from Sri Lanka. This town has a vast stretch of beach, running up to 15 km. The town of Dhanushkodi is surrounded by Bay of Bengal on one side and Indian Ocean on other side.

This religiously significant town, which has been declared as ghost town after the cyclone of 1964, is still visited by devotees who come here to witness the ruins of a once grand temple which withstood the massive destructive waves of the cyclone, which is a miracle in itself. Its scenic beauty if also equally captivating, surrounded with vast expanse of ocean and shimmering sand. It has become one of the popular places to see when on a Rameshwaram tour.

After breakfast, you will be taken for Arulmigu Ramnathswamy Temple, Dhanushkodi beach, and Rama Setu. After that, come back to the hotel for comfortable night stay in Rameshwaram hotel.

Ramanathaswamy temple:

Ramanathaswamy temple is known for its imposing structure, majestic towers, intricate sculptural  works and corridors, making it an architectural marvel. The main deity worshipped in the temple is in the form of lingam. There is also an idol of Nandi, which is a massive statue, about 17.5 feet tall. Other deities worshipped here include Goddess Vishalakshi, Parvathavardhini, Lord Vinayaka and Lord Subrahmanya, Utsava idol, Sayanagriha and Perumal.

The legend behind the temple is associated with Lord Rama from the Indian epic Ramayana. It is believed that Lord Rama, after defeating the demon king Ravana, wanted to worship Lord Shiva as part of atonement. He asks Hanuman to bring him a Linga from Kashi. When Hanuman delayed his return, Goddess Sita made a Shivalinga using sand so that Rama could offer his prayers. It is believed that the self-same Shiva Linga, known as Ramalingam, is now worshipped at the Ramanathaswamy temple. The lingam brought by Hanuman from Kailash is called Vishwalingam.

Dhanushkodi beach:

One of the most exotic adornments in the vast coastline of Tamil Nadu is the picturesque Dhanushkodi Beach. A highly popular tourism hotspot, Dhanushkodi Beach is visited by lakhs of tourists every year from all over the world. This pristine beach is surrounded by the Gulf of Mannar on one side and the Bay of Bengal on the other. Resting on the southern tip of Tamil Nadu, this amazing beach destination is a place rich in history, myths and beauty.

The word Dhanushkodi means ‘Tip of the bow’. ‘Arichal Munai’ is the point at which the Indian Ocean meets the Bay of Bengal and the spot can be viewed from Dhanushkodi. It is believed that Lord Rama, from the Indian epic of Ramayana, pointed to the end of his bow and asked his troops to build a bridge across the ocean to reach the demon king Ravana’s Lanka. Ravana had abducted Rama’s wife Sita and Rama had to reach Lanka to rescue her. Thus this place occupies a significant and important position in Indian mythology and history.

Rama Setu:

Rama Setu, also known as Adam’s Bridge, is another popular place to see in Rameshwaram. Connecting Rameshwaram of Tamil Nadu to the Mannar Island of Sri Lanka, Rama Setu is a causeway with a length of 30 km long. It has been built of limestone shoals. According to geographical evidences, this bridge used to connect Sri Lanka and India. Rama Setu starts from Dhanushkodi and ends at the Mannar Island of Sri Lanka.

It is said that it was used as a connecting bridge between the two countries until it was hit by a cyclone in 1480 which led to submersion of most of it parts. Currently the bridge is about 3 – 30 feet underwater and is unfeasible for any kind of use. This historical bridge also has religious importance; many legends associate it to the Lord Rama and the Hindu epic Ramayana.Owing to its great religious significance and mystical evidence, Rama Setu has become a must visit for every Rameshwaram Tour.

Have a hearty breakfast and then you will drive to Kanyakumari. On arrival, check-in at the Kanyakumari hotel and rest for some time. After that, you can visit the nearby places or you can indulge in shopping because this is the leisure day. Overnight stay in Kanyakumari.

After breakfast, get ready to explore some major attractions of Kanyakumari like Kanyakumari temple, Vivekananda rock memorial, Suchindram, and Thiruvalluvar statue. After a day full of sights, return back to the hotel for a comfy night stay in Kanyakumari.

Kanyakumari Temple:

The temple is dedicated to Devi Kanya Kumari, an adolescent girl child form of Goddess Parvati. The diety is also known as Shree Baala Bhadra or Shree Baala. Kanyakumari Temple is one of the 51 Shakti Peethams. It is believed that the right shoulder and (back) spine area of Sati's corpse fell here creating the presence of kundalini Sakthi in the region. Sage Parashurama is said to have performed the consecration of the temple. This is one of the prime places to visit as part of Kanyakumari tour packages.

The temple is located at the southern tip of mainland India, thereby located on the confluence of the Bay of Bengal, the Arabian Sea, and the Indian Ocean. Kanyakumari Temple is one of the 51 Shakti Peethams. It is believed that the right shoulder and (back) spine area of Sati's corpse fell here creating the presence of kundalini Sakthi in the region.

This temple was built during the rule of the Pandya dynasty. In the sanctum sanctorum of the temple, the panoramic statue of Amman Devi attracts pilgrims. The pure precious diamond scattered in the Natha Nidh spreads its scintillation far and wide. At some distance from this temple are 'Savitri Ghat', 'Gayatri Ghat', 'Sanyu Ghat' and 'Tirtha Ghat'. After bathing on these ghats there is a tradition of Goddess Darshan in the temple.

Vivekananda rock memorial:

The magnificent Vivekananda Rock Memorial is located on a small island off Kanyakumari. It has the picturesque Indian Ocean in its backdrop. It is situated on one of the two adjacent rocks projecting out of the Lakshadweep Sea and comprises of the 'Shripada Mandapam' and the 'Vivekananda Mandapam'.Vivekananda Rock Memorial is located at about 500 meters east of the mainland of Vavathurai in Kanyakumari and can be accessed by regular ferries.

This statue was built in the year 1970 on the island situated in Vavathurai, built on the site where Vivekananda attained enlightenment. The Shripada Mandapam has a study hall and a museum, where you can explore Vivekananda's life and work in depth.

According to historical tales and legends, it is believed that Goddess Kumari performed austerity on this rock. There is a 'Dhyana Mandapam' located beside to memorial, which serves as the meditation hall for the visitors to meditate. The style of architecture followed here is distinctive and incorporates various temple styles from all over India. The Laccadive Sea surrounds these rocks.

Thiruvalluvar statue:

Dedicated to the accomplished philosopher and poet Thiruvalluvar, this beautiful statue finds itself on a small island near Kanyakumari. Thiruvalluvar was the author of a legendary work in the world of Literature, Tirukkural, the classic Tamil text. In his devotion, the work for the statue started in 1990 and continued till 1999, during the year in which the figure finally got completed.

This monument stands tall at a mighty height of 133 feet and is perched upon a 38-foot pedestal. The pedestal's height represents the 38 chapters of virtue in Thirukkural. Full of symbolism and cultural significance, this destination is awe-inspiring, and a must-visit. V. Ganapati Sthapati sculpted the statue, and it was unveiled on January 1, 2000. Surrounded by the waters, the statue is settled at an ideal location, and a short ferry ride can quickly help you reach the masterpiece. The premises of the statue also has a temple which a quaint spot for meditation.

After an appetizing breakfast, check-out from the hotel and transferred to Trivandrum airportrailway station. Here, catch your flighttrain back home. Your 5 nights 6 days Madurai Rameshwaram Kanyakumari holiday tour ends.