Day 1: Chennai Arrival & Sightseeing
Today morning arrive at Chennai, check in at the hotel and after refreshment we will begin our sightseeing. Visit **Kapaleeshwarar Temple**, an iconic Shiva temple known for its Dravidian architecture, followed by **Parthasarathy Temple**, one of the oldest temples in Chennai dedicated to Lord Krishna. Next, we visit **San Thome Basilica**, built over the tomb of St. Thomas the Apostle, and explore the **Government Museum** in Egmore. Later, visit **Valluvar Kottam**, a monument dedicated to Tamil poet Thiruvalluvar, and end the day with leisure time at Marina Beach. Return to hotel and overnight stay at Chennai.
Day 2: Chennai – Mahabalipuram – Kanchipuram (130km/3.5hrs)
Today morning after refreshment and breakfast, check out from hotel and drive towards Mahabalipuram. En route, stop at the famous **Madras Crocodile Bank**, home to a wide variety of crocodiles and reptiles, making it an educational and exciting visit. Upon reaching **Mahabalipuram**, explore the ancient rock-cut marvels including the **Shore Temple**, **Pancha Rathas**, **Arjuna’s Penance**, **Krishna’s Butter Ball**, and **Mahishasuramardini Cave**. After sightseeing and lunch, proceed to **Kanchipuram** – the city of thousand temples. Check in at hotel, evening free for local silk saree shopping or relaxation. Overnight stay at Kanchipuram.
Day 3: Kanchipuram Temples – Chennai Drop (80km/2hrs)
Today morning after refreshment and breakfast, begin temple sightseeing in Kanchipuram. Visit the magnificent **Ekambareswarar Temple** dedicated to Lord Shiva, **Kamakshi Amman Temple**, a sacred Shakti Peeth, and the grand **Varadharaja Perumal Temple**, devoted to Lord Vishnu. Finally, visit the **Kailasanathar Temple**, the oldest temple in Kanchipuram built by the Pallavas, known for its stone carvings and peaceful ambiance. After temple visits, proceed back to Chennai. Enroute, if time permits, stop at **Rajiv Gandhi Memorial** in Sriperumbudur. Drop at Chennai Railway Station/Airport as per your departure schedule.
