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Golden Temples Expedition: Kanchipuram & Vellore Sacred Tour

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Duration

8 hrs

Cancellation

Up to 15 days

Group Size

10 people

Languages

English

Overview

Embark on the Golden Temples Expedition, a captivating journey from Chennai to Kanchipuram and Vellore. Begin with the ancient city of Kanchipuram, renowned for its rich temple heritage, including the majestic Kailasanathar Temple with its intricate sculptures and the revered Ekambareswarar Temple, famed for its ancient mango tree. Explore Varadharaja Temple and Vaikundhaperumal Temple, each celebrated for its architectural brilliance and spiritual significance. Continue to Vellore to marvel at the Sri Lakshmi Narayani Golden Temple, adorned with 1,500 kg of pure gold, and the historic Vellore Fort, with its stunning Jalakandeswarar Temple. Conclude your day with a return to Chennai, enriched by the sacred and historical wonders of South India.

Highlights

  • This is a private tour/activity only for your group.
  • Enhanced cleaning/ traveler safety
  • In-depth cultural experience
  • Flexible sightseeing & stopover
  • Most travelers can participate

Bulk discount (by Percent)

Bulk discount adult
# Discount group From adult To adult Value
1 Discount on 2-person group 2 2 256%
2 Discount on 3-person group 3 3 489%
3 Discount on 4-person group 4 4 744%
4 Discount on 5-person group 5 5 947%
5 Discount on 6-person group 6 6 1171%
6 Discount on 7-person group 7 7 1427%
7 Discount on 8-person group 8 8 1683%
8 Discount on 9-person group 9 9 1893%
9 Discount on 10-person group 10 10 2103%

What you will do

Golden Temples Expedition: Kanchipuram & Vellore Sacred Tour

Pick up from your hotel in Chennai for a full-day excursion to visit Kanchipuram and Vellore Temples.

 

Visit Kanchipuram, known as the city of a thousand temples. Start with Kailasanathar Temple, an 8th-century temple dedicated to Lord Shiva, famous for its architecture and sculptures. The temple features 58 small shrines around the main shrine's compound wall.

 

Proceed to Ekambareswarar Temple, another ancient temple dedicated to Lord Shiva. The temple is known for its 2,500-year-old mango tree, which has four branches, each yielding different varieties of mangoes.

 

Visit Varadharaja Temple, dedicated to Lord Vishnu, noted for its wonderful sculptures and intricate carvings that showcase the skill of ancient craftsmen.

 

Explore Vaikundhaperumal Temple, also dedicated to Lord Vishnu. It is one of the 108 Divyadesams and is renowned for its architectural beauty and spiritual significance.

 

Visit Kamakshiamman Temple, dedicated to Goddess Kamakshi, the presiding deity. This temple is one of the holy Shakti worship places in India, attracting devotees from all over.

 

Travel to Vellore and marvel at the Sri Lakshmi Narayani Golden Temple, located in the Sripuram spiritual park at the foot of a small range of green hills. This temple is gilded with 1,500 kg of pure gold, making it a spectacular sight.

 

Next, explore the 16th-century Vellore Fort, known for its imposing granite walls and surrounding moat. Inside the fort, visit the Jalakandeswarar Temple, renowned for its intricate sculptures and rich history.

 

After sightseeing, drive back to Chennai and drop off at your hotel.

Included/Excluded

  • Pick up and drop off to your hotel
  • Transport by AC vehicle
  • English speaking guide
  • Bottled drinking water (2 bottle per person)
  • Any meal
  • Tips to driver & guide
  • Monuments entrances
  • Any other sightseeing not mentioned in the itinerary

Languages

English

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