Madurai Darshan Yatra Package (2 Days)
2-day Madurai Darshan tour from Madurai: Alagar Kovil. 3-star stays with breakfast and sightseeing by AC cab. From ₹4,540 per person.
per person · inclusive of all taxes
24° – 33°C
October in Madurai Darshan Yatra Package (2 Days)
Description
2-day Madurai Darshan tour from Madurai: Alagar Kovil. 3-star stays with breakfast and sightseeing by AC cab. From ₹4,540 per person.
This 2 days 1 night itinerary covers 8 handpicked stops, including Meenakshi Amman Temple, Thirumalai Nayak Palace, Koodal Azhagar Temple 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 Madurai. 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 Madurai Darshan Yatra Package (2 Days)
Best time: October to MarchAverage temperature range: 21°C – 39°C
Day-by-Day Itinerary
Meenakshi Amman Temple and Madurai
Our driver picks you up from your hotel or home in Madurai in the morning. Check in at your hotel in Madurai. Spend the morning at the Meenakshi Amman temple, the heart of Madurai, with its fourteen painted gopurams, the Golden Lotus tank and the Hall of a Thousand Pillars, now a small museum. After lunch, see the Thirumalai Nayak Palace of 1636 with its giant pillars, and the Koodal Azhagar temple. Return to Meenakshi at night for the palliyarai ceremony, when Lord Sundareswarar is carried to the goddess's chamber. Overnight stay in Madurai.
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Meenakshi Amman Temple
The great temple of Madurai with fourteen painted gopurams.
- 2
Thirumalai Nayak Palace
A 17th-century palace with huge pillars and an evening light and sound show.
- 3
Koodal Azhagar Temple
An old Vishnu temple in the middle of the city.
- 4
Palliyarai night ceremony
The night procession of Lord Sundareswarar to Meenakshi's chamber.
Thiruparankundram, Alagar Kovil and Pazhamudircholai
Visit Thiruparankundram, the rock-cut temple where Murugan married Deivanai, the first of his six abodes. Drive north to Alagar Kovil, the temple of Kallazhagar, Meenakshi's brother in the Chithirai festival story, and climb the hill above it to Pazhamudircholai, the sixth abode of Murugan. Stop at the Gandhi Memorial Museum on the way back if time allows. Drive from Madurai to Alagar Kovil (about 21 km, 30 min) and from Alagar Kovil to Madurai (about 21 km, 30 min), and drop at your hotel, home or the railway station in Madurai. The tour ends here.
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Thiruparankundram
A rock-cut Murugan temple, the first of the six abodes.
- 2
Alagar Kovil
A Vishnu temple at the foot of the Alagar hills.
- 3
Pazhamudircholai
The sixth abode of Murugan, in the forest above Alagar Kovil.
- 4
Gandhi Memorial Museum
A museum of the freedom struggle in a Nayak palace.
Tour Overview
Two days of darshan in the temple city of Madurai: the Meenakshi Amman temple by day and at the night ceremony, Thiruparankundram, the first of the six abodes of Murugan, and the hill temples of Alagar Kovil and Pazhamudircholai.
This 2-day, 1-night package starts and ends in Madurai. Every price includes 3-star hotels with breakfast, an AC cab for the whole trip and all sightseeing.
Highlights of the Madurai Darshan Tour from Madurai
- Meenakshi Amman Temple
- Thirumalai Nayak Palace
- Koodal Azhagar Temple
- Palliyarai night ceremony
- Thiruparankundram
- Alagar Kovil
- Pazhamudircholai
- Gandhi Memorial Museum
Inclusions in the Madurai Darshan Tour Package
- 1 night in 3-star hotels (twin sharing) with daily breakfast
- All sightseeing and transfers as per the itinerary
- AC cab from Madurai 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 Madurai Darshan 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 Madurai Darshan 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 Madurai, or similar.
Trip Cost Breakdown
Per-person pricing by group size
Route Map
Top Attractions
Meenakshi Amman Temple
The spiritual heart of Madurai, this vast temple complex is dedicated to Goddess Meenakshi and Lord Sundareswarar. Its 14 towering gopurams, the tallest reaching about 52 meters, are covered with thousands of vividly painted sculptures, while the Hall of a Thousand Pillars showcases intricate carvings. The temple is the center of the city's ancient lotus-shaped layout and remains a vibrant hub of worship and festivals.
Thirumalai Nayak Palace
A 17th-century palace with huge pillars and an evening light and sound show.
Koodal Azhagar Temple
This ancient Vishnu temple, located in the heart of Madurai, is one of the 108 Divya Desams (sacred abodes of Vishnu). The temple features a unique three-tiered shrine with depictions of Vishnu in standing, sitting, and reclining postures. Its intricate sculptures and serene atmosphere offer a quieter contrast to the bustling Meenakshi Temple.
Palliyarai night ceremony
The night procession of Lord Sundareswarar to Meenakshi's chamber.
Thiruparankundram
A rock-cut Murugan temple, the first of the six abodes.
Alagar Kovil
A Vishnu temple at the foot of the Alagar hills.
Pazhamudircholai
Nestled in the forested foothills of the Western Ghats near Alagar Kovil, this shrine is regarded as one of the six sacred abodes of Lord Murugan. It is closely associated with the deity’s marriage to Valli, and pilgrims travel through wooded hillside terrain to reach the temple, often combining the visit with nearby Alagar Kovil. Pazhamudircholai sits at an elevation of 139 m and is typically explored in about 2-3 hours. The most favourable months to visit are January, December, February, and May, when conditions are best suited for sightseeing. Nearby points of interest include The Alagar Kovil Road, Hilltop Viewpoint, and The Sacred Banyan Tree. Other notable highlights include walk the forest path to the hilltop shrine, offer prayers at the Valli and Murugan sanctum, and spot peacocks near the temple’s sacred tank. It falls within Madurai, Madurai district, and Tamil Nadu, India.
Gandhi Memorial Museum
Housed in the historic Tamukkam Palace, this museum is dedicated to Mahatma Gandhi's life and the Indian independence movement. Its most poignant exhibit is the blood-stained garment Gandhi was wearing when he was assassinated in 1948. The museum also features a library, photographs, and artifacts from the freedom struggle.
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 Madurai 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
Things To Do
Sip Jigarthanda at a Local Stall
Cool down with Madurai's iconic cold beverage, jigarthanda, made with milk, almond gum, and sarsaparilla syrup. It's a local favorite and a perfect respite from the tropical heat.
30 minutes
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 Madurai, or similar.
Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know before you go
2 days and 1 night. It starts from Madurai on day 1 and you are back in Madurai 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
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