Overview
Divya Desam temples are sacred places dedicated to Lord Vishnu, where the 12 Azhwars composed the 4000 Divya Prabandhams. Among the 84 Divya Desams across Tamil Nadu, 18 are located in the Pandya Nadu region. This journey explores these spiritual landmarks that hold centuries of history, culture, and devotion
Detailed Itineary
Day 1: Arrival Madurai
On arrival at Madurai airport/railway station, after meet & greet formalities, get transferred to your hotel and check-in. Later visit Thirumalai Nayakar Palace, Meenakshi Amman temple. Overnight Hotel in Madurai.
Day 2: Madurai - Thirumayam - Madurai (200 Kms / 3 hrs)
After breakfast, drive to Thirumayam and visit Satyagiri Natha Perumal. This temple is located in the outskirts of Pudukkottai and is believed to have been built in the 9th century by the Pandya Kings. The temple is maintained by the Archaeological Survey of India. Later visit Tirukottiyur Sowmya Narayana Perumal, Algarkovil Kallazhagar temple, and return to Madurai. Overnight Hotel in Madurai.
Day 3: Madurai - Tirupullani - Srivilliputhur - Tirunelveli (420 Kms / 7 hrs)
After breakfast, visit Koodal Azhagar temple and Kaalamega Perumal temple. Then, drive to Thirupillani to visit Kalyana Jagannatha Perumal temple. Later, visit Nidra Narayana Perumal temple in Sivakasi, Srivilliputhur Vadabadra Saayi Perumal temple, and drive to Tirunelveli. Overnight Hotel in Tirunelveli.
Day 4: Tirunelveli - Azhvar Thirunagari - Tirunelveli (60 Kms / 1.5 hrs)
Full day visit Nava Tirupathi’s temples, each dedicated to lord Vishnu, located along the Thiruchendur-Tirunelveli route. The temples include Sri Vaikundam, Natham, Thirupulinkudi, and others. If time permits, visit Nellaiappar temple. Overnight Hotel in Tirunelveli.
Day 5: Tirunelveli - Thrikurungudi - Madurai (260 Kms / 4.5 hrs)
After breakfast, check out and drive to Thotthatrinathar temple in Nanguneri, then visit Nidra Nambi Perumal temple in Thirukurungudi. If time permits, visit Malaimel Nambi in a reserved forest. Later, drive to Madurai and transfer to airport/railway station for onward journey.
Inclusions
- Daily Buffet Breakfast at Hotels except on Day 01
- Transportation service using 01 A/c Etios/Dzire for all transfers & sightseeing throughout the tour
- Accommodation as 01 Double room at the above mentioned hotel
- All expenses related to vehicle such as toll, fuel, parking, driver allowances, etc
- All Government Taxes
Exclusions
- Flight / Train Fare
- Guide and Entrance Fee at the sightseeing places
- Lunch / Dinner not included at any place
- Other personal expenses
- Any additional activities