Chola Nadu Thirupathikal Tour: 4 Nights / 5 Days Itinerary (Thar Roxx)

Day 1: Arrival in Chennai – Transfer to Kumbakonam**

  • Morning:
  • Arrive at Chennai International Airport.
  • Pickup by Rengha Travels in a Thar Roxx, perfect for an adventurous and stylish road trip. Enjoy the thrill of driving through Tamil Nadu’s countryside in the rugged yet comfortable SUV.
  • Begin your scenic drive to Kumbakonam, a town that is rich in Chola dynasty history and temple architecture.
  • Enjoy a 6-hour drive, passing through picturesque landscapes, farmlands, and rural villages.
  • Afternoon:
  • Arrive in Kumbakonam and check-in to your luxury hotel.
  • Relax and freshen up after the journey.
  • Evening:
  • Visit the Adhi Kumbeswarar Temple, an ancient temple dedicated to Lord Shiva, known for its beautiful Dravidian-style architecture.
  • Evening temple darshan and explore the local markets for traditional handicrafts and souvenirs.
  • Overnight:
  • Stay at a luxury hotel in Kumbakonam.

Day 2: Kumbakonam – Darasuram – Gangaikonda Cholapuram

  • Morning:
  • After breakfast, drive to the Brihadeeswarar Temple in Kumbakonam, a UNESCO World Heritage site, celebrated for its grand architecture and historic significance.
  • Explore the Airavatesvara Temple in Darasuram, famous for its exceptional stone carvings and stunning architecture that dates back to the Chola period.
  • Afternoon:
  • Drive to Gangaikonda Cholapuram (about 1.5 hours). Visit the Gangaikonda Cholapuram Temple, another architectural marvel built by Rajendra Chola I, similar to the Brihadeeswarar Temple in design.
  • Evening:
  • Return to Kumbakonam and enjoy a relaxed evening. Explore local handicrafts, taste local delicacies, or simply unwind after the day’s adventures.
  • Overnight:
  • Stay at the same luxury hotel in Kumbakonam.

Day 3: Kumbakonam – Thanjavur – Chidambaram

  • Morning:
  • After breakfast, drive to Thanjavur (approximately 1.5 hours). Visit the iconic Brihadeeswarar Temple (Big Temple), known for its impressive Nandi statue and vast architectural grandeur.
  • Afternoon:
  • Visit the Thanjavur Palace, home to the famous Saraswathi Mahal Library with ancient manuscripts, and admire the murals depicting the glory of the Chola dynasty.
  • Afterward, proceed to Chidambaram (approximately 2 hours).
  • Evening:
  • Visit the Nataraja Temple in Chidambaram, dedicated to Lord Shiva in his cosmic dance form (Nataraja). It is one of the most important pilgrimage sites for Shaivites.
  • Evening temple darshan and free time to explore the local area.https://www.renghatravels.com/BestTourOperatorsInTamilNadu#TourOperatorsNearMe#TravelAgencyChennai#TravelAgentMadurai#TravelAgentMadurai#TravelAgentTheni#TravelAgentDindigul#FamilyVacationTamilNadu#SoloTravelIndia#CouplesTravel#BudgetTravelTamilNadu#TamilNaduTourOperators#TravelAgencyTamilNadu#TamilNaduHolidayPackages#BestPlacesToVisitInTamilNadu#TamilNaduTourPackages#HoneymoonInOoty#ThingsToDoInChennai#TamilNaduTemples#CulturalToursIndia#PondyVibes#SouthIndiaFood#ChennaiTravel#MaduraiTourism#KodaikanalDiaries#ExploreTamilNadu#TravelIndia#IncredibleIndia