Char Dham Circuit
The ultimate 11-day master pilgrimage encompassing all grand temples of South India.
Embark on the spiritual journey of a lifetime with our 11 Days / 10 Nights Grand Char Dham South India Circuit. This is our longest and most comprehensive package, stringing together Tamil Nadu and Andhra Pradesh's most significant pilgrimage sites into a single well-paced yatra rather than a series of separate short trips, with one private vehicle and driver for the entire journey.
| Duration | 10 Nights / 11 Days |
| Price | ₹24,999/person |
The circuit covers Chennai, Tirupati Balaji, Kanchipuram, Chidambaram, Thanjavur, Srirangam, Rameshwaram, Kanyakumari, and Madurai across 11 days. Given the distances involved — this route crosses two states and covers well over 1,500 km of driving in total — the itinerary builds in realistic travel days rather than combining long drives with same-day sightseeing, so darshan and rest aren't compromised by rushed transfers.
Itinerary
Day 1: Chennai Arrival and Tirupati Transfer
- Pickup from Chennai Airport or Railway Station.
- Drive to Tirupati and hotel check-in.
Day 2: Tirupati Balaji Darshan and Kanchipuram Transfer
- Ascend Tirumala hills for Lord Venkateswara darshan.
- Visit Sri Padmavathi Ammavari Temple in Tiruchanur.
- Drive onward to Kanchipuram.
Day 3: Kanchipuram and Chidambaram Nataraja Temple
- Visit Ekambareswarar Temple and Kanchipuram's silk weaving district.
- Drive to Chidambaram for darshan at the Nataraja Temple.
Day 4: Chidambaram to Thanjavur and Trichy
- Drive to Thanjavur for the UNESCO-listed Brihadisvara Big Temple.
- Continue to Srirangam for Ranganathaswamy Temple darshan.
Day 5: Trichy to Rameshwaram
- Visit Trichy's Rockfort Temple before departure.
- Long drive to Rameshwaram, crossing Pamban Bridge on arrival.
Day 6: Rameshwaram Holy Bath and Dhanushkodi
- Early morning Agni Theertham dip and 22 wells bath.
- Ramanathaswamy Temple darshan.
- Afternoon excursion to Dhanushkodi and Arichal Munai.
Day 7: Rameshwaram to Kanyakumari
- Scenic coastal drive to Kanyakumari, timed to arrive by evening.
Day 8: Kanyakumari Sightseeing
- Sunrise at Triveni Sangam.
- Ferry ride to Vivekananda Rock Memorial and Thiruvalluvar Statue.
- Visit Suchindram Thanumalayan Temple.
Day 9: Kanyakumari to Madurai
- Drive to Madurai.
- Evening visit to Thirumalai Nayakar Palace.
Day 10: Madurai Meenakshi Darshan
- Full morning darshan at Meenakshi Amman Temple.
- Afternoon free for local market shopping and rest.
Day 11: Departure
- Final drop-off at Madurai or Chennai airport, depending on your return flight.
Vehicle Options
- Luxury SUV (Innova Crysta) (6 Passengers) — ₹62,000 cab total. Maximum comfort across the full 11-day, two-state journey
- Tempo Traveller (17 Seater) (12 - 17 Passengers) — ₹82,000 cab total. Pushback AC seats and large luggage capacity for extended group yatra
Attractions Covered
- Tirupati Balaji Temple
- Kanchipuram Ekambareswarar Temple
- Chidambaram Nataraja Temple
- Thanjavur Big Temple
- Srirangam Ranganathaswamy Temple
- Rameshwaram Temple
- Kanyakumari Triveni Sangam
- Madurai Meenakshi Temple
Travel Tips
- Carry valid photo IDs (Aadhaar or passport) — required for Tirupati entry and useful at several other temple checkpoints on this circuit.
- Given the trip length, pack for two different climates: warmer plains weather for most of the route and cooler evenings around Kanyakumari's coastline.
- Because this circuit crosses a state border into Andhra Pradesh, our vehicles carry valid all-India tourist permits so there's no delay at the crossing.
Why Book This With Us
- End-to-end trip management across two states and 11 days
- Expert highway navigators experienced with this exact long-haul route
- Realistic pacing that treats travel days and darshan days separately
Frequently Asked Questions
Does this include Tirupati special-entry ticket booking assistance?
We guide you through the temple trust's own booking process for special-entry darshan slots, though the booking itself must be made through their official portal.
Is 11 days too long, or can it be shortened?
The full circuit is genuinely an 11-day undertaking given the distances involved; if you have less time, our 7-day 4 Dhams South India Cruise or the 4-day Kanyakumari-Rameshwaram-Madurai package cover a shorter version of the same region.
Is the same vehicle and driver used for the entire 11 days?
Yes, one private vehicle and driver stay with your group for the full circuit, so there's no re-booking or handoff between cities.