A Solo Journey Through Tamil Nadu

For solo travellers looking for something a bit different in India, this journey through Tamil Nadu has been designed to show the highlights of this very traditional region. Tamil Nadu receives fewer visitors than neighbouring Kerala but has colourful temples, a rich history, and some off-the-beaten-track treasures

Begin your journey through Tamil Nadu in the city of Chennai. Visit the St. Thomas Cathedral, historic Fort St. George, and the Kapaleeshwara temple complex. Move on to Pondicherry via the 7th century temples and reliefs at Mahabalipuram. In Pondicherry explore the French part of the city and visit the Sri Aurobindo ashram. Also see the experimental township of Auroville. Next, discover the Brihadeeshwara temple, known locally as ‘big temple’, in Tanjore. The Chettinad region is famous for its colourful tiles and also the many abandoned mansion houses left behind by wealthy merchants who were drawn to the big cities. The city palace in Karaikudi is also very interesting. No visit to Tamil Nadu is complete without going to Madurai, a hugely important Hindu pilgrimage site. The Sri Meenakshi temple is the draw here and you will visit both in the day and at night, for the fascinating ‘going to bed’ ceremony. The bazaars around the base of the temple complex are also worth visiting. End your adventure back in Chennai.

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Starts - Catch your overnight flight from JFK to Chennai International Airport
2 nights - Taj Connemara, Chennai and Tamil Nadu, India
2 nights - Maison Perumal, Chennai and Tamil Nadu, India
1 night - Svatma, Chennai and Tamil Nadu, India
2 nights - The Bangala, Chennai and Tamil Nadu, India
2 nights - Gateway Madurai, Chennai and Tamil Nadu, India
1 night - Taj Connemara, Chennai and Tamil Nadu, India
Ends - Transfer to Chennai International Airport for your international flight home

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