Kanchipuram Tour Package from Salem (2 Days)
2-day Kanchipuram tour from Salem: Kanchipuram. 3-star stays with breakfast and sightseeing by AC cab. From ₹4,540 per person.
per person · inclusive of all taxes
24° – 31°C
October in Kanchipuram
Description
2-day Kanchipuram tour from Salem: Kanchipuram. 3-star stays with breakfast and sightseeing by AC cab. From ₹4,540 per person.
This 2 days 1 night itinerary covers 6 handpicked stops, including Kamakshi Amman Temple, Ekambareswarar Temple, Kanchi Kamakoti Peetham and more. October–March is the best time to travel for pleasant weather. Your 1-night stay is arranged in a comfortable, well-reviewed hotel such as 3-star hotel in Kanchipuram. Pickup and drop are arranged right from your hotel or home, so there's nothing extra to plan on your end. Every booking is backed by Trypdeals' 24x7 support team, from planning to the day you're back home.
Weather in Kanchipuram
Best time: October to MarchAverage temperature range: 21°C – 38°C
Day-by-Day Itinerary
Salem to Kanchipuram
Our driver picks you up from your hotel or home in Salem in the morning. Drive from Salem to Kanchipuram (about 256 km, 5 hrs). Check in at your hotel in Kanchipuram. Reach Kanchipuram and have darshan at the Kamakshi Amman temple, the seat of the goddess in this city, and the Ekambareswarar temple, the Shiva temple of the earth element, with its ancient mango tree. Visit the Kanchi Kamakoti Peetham, the matha linked to Adi Shankaracharya, in the evening. Overnight stay in Kanchipuram.
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Kamakshi Amman Temple
The temple of the goddess Kamakshi, one of the great Shakti shrines.
- 2
Ekambareswarar Temple
The Shiva temple of the earth element, with an ancient mango tree.
- 3
Kanchi Kamakoti Peetham
The matha associated with Adi Shankaracharya.
Varadaraja Perumal and Kailasanathar
Morning darshan at the Varadaraja Perumal temple, one of the 108 Divya Desams, and the Ulagalantha Perumal temple, then the 8th-century Kailasanathar temple before the drive back. Stop at a weavers' cooperative if you want to buy silk. Drive from Kanchipuram to Salem (about 259 km, 5 hrs 15 min), and drop at your hotel, home or the railway station in Salem. The tour ends here.
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Varadaraja Perumal Temple
A large Vishnu temple with a hall of a hundred carved pillars.
- 2
Ulagalantha Perumal Temple
Vishnu as the giant Trivikrama.
- 3
Kailasanathar Temple
An 8th-century Pallava sandstone temple with carved shrines all round the courtyard.
Tour Overview
A two-day darshan in Kanchipuram, one of the seven holy cities of India: Kamakshi Amman, Ekambareswarar, Varadaraja Perumal and the Pallava Kailasanathar temple.
This 2-day, 1-night package starts and ends in Salem. Every price includes 3-star hotels with breakfast, an AC cab for the whole trip and all sightseeing.
Highlights of the Kanchipuram Tour from Salem
- Kamakshi Amman Temple
- Ekambareswarar Temple
- Kanchi Kamakoti Peetham
- Varadaraja Perumal Temple
- Ulagalantha Perumal Temple
- Kailasanathar Temple
Inclusions in the Kanchipuram Tour Package
- 1 night in 3-star hotels (twin sharing) with daily breakfast
- All sightseeing and transfers as per the itinerary
- AC cab from Salem for the whole trip: Swift Dzire (2–3 persons), Ertiga (4–7) or Tempo Traveller (8–12)
- Driver allowance, tolls, parking and fuel
- GST on cab hire
Exclusions in the Kanchipuram Tour Package
- Lunch and dinner
- Temple darshan, pooja and special entry tickets
- Monument and park entry tickets, boating and ropeway tickets
- Flights, and anything not listed under inclusions
- Personal expenses such as tips, laundry and phone calls
Child Policy
Child up to 6 years: free (no extra bed)
Child 6 to 8 years: half charge
Child above 8 years: full charge
Payment Policy
Online booking: pay just ₹99 to reserve your tour. The ₹99 is 100 percent refundable if you cancel at any time, and it is adjusted in your final payment.
50 percent of the tour cost: 3 days before the tour starts, after you receive your tour voucher.
Remaining balance: on the tour day.
Cancellation Policy
The ₹99 online booking amount is refunded in full whenever you cancel, for any reason.
Minimum cancellation charge: Rs. 3000 per person, or 10 percent of the tour cost, whichever is higher
25 percent between 46 and 30 days before departure
50 percent between 30 and 15 days before departure
75 percent between 15 and 5 days before departure
100 percent within 5 days of departure or on no-show
Important Travel Information for the Kanchipuram Tour
Best time to visit: October–March
Before you go: Temples in Tamil Nadu expect modest dress; at some, men remove their shirts before entering the sanctum. Darshan timings change on festival days.
Hotels: 3-star hotel in Kanchipuram, or similar.
Trip Cost Breakdown
Per-person pricing by group size
Route Map
Top Attractions
Kamakshi Amman Temple
One of the most revered Shakti Peethas in India, this temple is dedicated to Goddess Kamakshi, a form of Parvati. The deity is depicted seated in a unique posture with a sugarcane bow and flower arrows, symbolizing divine grace. The temple's golden gopuram and intricate carvings make it a vibrant center of Shaktism.
Ekambareswarar Temple
This vast temple is one of the Pancha Bhoota Stalams, representing the earth element (Prithvi). Its towering 57-meter-high gopuram is among the tallest in South India. Inside the courtyard, a 3,500-year-old mango tree is venerated, said to produce four different flavors of mangoes.
Kanchi Kamakoti Peetham
The matha associated with Adi Shankaracharya.
Varadaraja Perumal Temple
A major Vishnu temple and one of the 108 Divya Desams, this sacred site is known for its ornate 100-pillared hall and a massive chain carved from a single stone. The main deity, Varadaraja Perumal, is worshipped in a standing posture. The temple's towering gopurams and intricate sculptures draw devotees and art lovers alike.
Ulagalantha Perumal Temple
Vishnu as the giant Trivikrama.
Kailasanathar Temple
The oldest surviving structure in Kanchipuram, this temple was built by the Pallava king Narasimhavarman II (Rajasimha) in the early 8th century. It is a landmark of early Dravidian architecture, with a sandstone structure adorned with exquisite carvings of deities and mythical creatures. The temple's serene ambiance and historical significance make it a must-visit.
Who Is This Tour For
Best Time to Visit
October–March is the ideal window for this trip, with the most pleasant weather for sightseeing.
How to Reach
What's Included / Excluded
Inclusions
- 1 night in 3-star hotels (twin sharing) with daily breakfast
- All sightseeing and transfers as per the itinerary
- AC cab from Salem for the whole trip: Swift Dzire (2–3 persons), Ertiga (4–7) or Tempo Traveller (8–12)
- Driver allowance, tolls, parking and fuel
- GST on cab hire
Exclusions
- Lunch and dinner
- Temple darshan, pooja and special entry tickets
- Monument and park entry tickets, boating and ropeway tickets
- Flights, and anything not listed under inclusions
- Personal expenses such as tips, laundry and phone calls
Hotels for This Tour
Handpicked stays for a comfortable trip
Packing Checklist
- Comfortable walking shoes
- Water bottle
- Sunscreen
- ID proof (for hotel check-in)
- Basic first-aid/medication
- Modest, traditional clothing for temple visits
- A shawl or stole to cover shoulders
Important Travel Information
Best time to visit: October–March
Before you go: Temples in Tamil Nadu expect modest dress; at some, men remove their shirts before entering the sanctum. Darshan timings change on festival days.
Hotels: 3-star hotel in Kanchipuram, or similar.
Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know before you go
2 days and 1 night. It starts from Salem on day 1 and you are back in Salem on day 2.
For 2 persons it is ₹8,590 per person; for a group of 11–12 it comes down to ₹4,540 per person. Prices include 3-star hotels with breakfast, an AC cab for the whole trip and all sightseeing.
October–March.
Temples in Tamil Nadu expect modest dress; at some, men remove their shirts before entering the sanctum. Darshan timings change on festival days.
Destinations Covered in This Tour
Explore the places this package takes you to