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Pancha Bhoota Sthalam Temple Tour Package (6 Days)

6-day Pancha Bhoota Sthalams tour from Chennai: Srikalahasti, Kanchipuram, Tiruvannamalai, Chidambaram, Trichy and Srirangam. 3-star stays with breakfast and sightseeing, travelling by cab or bus. From ₹13,830 per person.

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Pancha Bhoota Sthalam Temple Tour Package (6 Days)

Description

6-day Pancha Bhoota Sthalams tour from Chennai: Srikalahasti, Kanchipuram, Tiruvannamalai, Chidambaram, Trichy and Srirangam. 3-star stays with breakfast and sightseeing, travelling by cab or bus. From ₹13,830 per person.

This 6 days 5 nights itinerary covers 10 handpicked stops, including Srikalahasteeswara Temple, Ekambareswarar Temple, Kamakshi Amman Temple and more. October–March is the best time to travel for pleasant weather. Your 5-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 Pancha Bhoota Sthalam Temple

Best time: October to March

Average temperature range: 21°C – 38°C

Jan

29°

21° low

Feb

32°

21° low

Mar

34°

23° low

Apr

38°

26° low

May

36°

27° low

Jun

36°

28° low

Jul

35°

27° low

Aug

34°

26° low

Sep

34°

25° low

NOW

Oct

31°

24° low

Nov

30°

23° low

Dec

28°

21° low

Jan

29°

21° low

Feb

32°

21° low

Mar

34°

23° low

Apr

38°

26° low

May

36°

27° low

Jun

36°

28° low

Jul

35°

27° low

Aug

34°

26° low

Sep

34°

25° low

NOW

Oct

31°

24° low

Nov

30°

23° low

Dec

28°

21° low

Day-by-Day Itinerary

Day 1

Srikalahasti, the air linga

Our driver picks you up from your hotel or home in Chennai in the morning. Drive from Chennai to Srikalahasti (about 121 km, 2 hrs 30 min) and from Srikalahasti to Kanchipuram (about 127 km, 2 hrs 30 min). Check in at your hotel in Kanchipuram. Drive to Srikalahasti for darshan of the Vayu linga, whose lamp flame flickers inside the sanctum though no breeze can reach it; the temple is also known for Rahu-Ketu pujas. Drive on to Kanchipuram for the night. Overnight stay in Kanchipuram.

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    Srikalahasteeswara Temple

    The Vayu (air) linga.

Day 2

Ekambareswarar, the earth linga

Today's travel: from Kanchipuram to Tiruvannamalai (about 114 km, 2 hrs 15 min). Have darshan at the Ekambareswarar temple in Kanchipuram, the Prithvi (earth) linga, said to have been made of sand by Parvati under an ancient mango tree. See the Kamakshi Amman temple and the Pallava Kailasanathar temple, then drive to Tiruvannamalai. Overnight stay in Tiruvannamalai.

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    Ekambareswarar Temple

    The Prithvi (earth) linga.

  2. 2

    Kamakshi Amman Temple

    The goddess of Kanchipuram.

  3. 3

    Kailasanathar Temple

    An early Pallava stone temple.

Day 3

Arunachaleswarar, the fire linga

Today's travel: from Tiruvannamalai to Chidambaram (about 153 km, 3 hrs). Have darshan at the Arunachaleswarar temple, the Agni (fire) linga, at the foot of the holy Arunachala hill, and visit Sri Ramana Ashram. Drive to Chidambaram in the afternoon. Overnight stay in Chidambaram.

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    Arunachaleswarar Temple

    The Agni (fire) linga below Arunachala.

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    Sri Ramana Ashram

    The ashram of Ramana Maharshi.

Day 4

Nataraja, the space linga

Today's travel: from Chidambaram to Trichy (about 148 km, 3 hrs). Attend the morning puja at the Nataraja temple of Chidambaram, the Akasha (space) sthalam, where Shiva is worshipped as the cosmic dancer and the "Chidambara Rahasyam" is an empty space behind a curtain. Drive to Tiruchirappalli. Overnight stay in Trichy.

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    Nataraja Temple, Chidambaram

    The Akasha (space) sthalam.

Day 5

Jambukeswarar, the water linga

Today's travel: from Trichy to Srirangam (about 10 km, 15 min) and from Srirangam to Trichy (about 10 km, 15 min). Have darshan at Thiruvanaikaval, the Jambukeswarar temple, the Appu (water) linga, where a spring keeps the sanctum floor wet. Visit the great Ranganathaswamy temple of Srirangam next door and climb to the Rockfort Ucchi Pillaiyar temple at sunset. Overnight stay in Trichy.

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    Jambukeswarar Temple, Thiruvanaikaval

    The Appu (water) linga.

  2. 2

    Ranganathaswamy Temple, Srirangam

    A vast temple of Vishnu on an island.

  3. 3

    Rockfort Temple

    A Ganesha shrine on a great rock.

Day 6

Back to Chennai

Drive back to Chennai, where the yatra ends. Drive from Trichy to Chennai (about 328 km, 6 hrs 30 min), and drop at your hotel, home or the railway station in Chennai. The tour ends here.

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    Drive back to Chennai.

Tour Overview

The five temples of Shiva as the five elements: earth at Kanchipuram, water at Thiruvanaikaval, fire at Tiruvannamalai, air at Srikalahasti and space at Chidambaram, in six days from Chennai.

This 6-day, 5-night package starts and ends in Chennai. The route runs Chennai → Srikalahasti → Kanchipuram → Tiruvannamalai → Chidambaram → Trichy → Srirangam → Trichy → Chennai, about 1,011 km in all. Choose how you travel: cab or bus. Every price includes 3-star hotels with breakfast and all sightseeing transport.

Highlights of the Pancha Bhoota Sthalams Tour from Chennai

  • Srikalahasteeswara Temple
  • Ekambareswarar Temple
  • Kamakshi Amman Temple
  • Kailasanathar Temple
  • Arunachaleswarar Temple
  • Sri Ramana Ashram
  • Nataraja Temple, Chidambaram
  • Jambukeswarar Temple, Thiruvanaikaval

Inclusions in the Pancha Bhoota Sthalams Tour Package

  • 5 nights in 3-star hotels (twin sharing) with daily breakfast
  • All sightseeing and transfers as per the itinerary
  • AC cab from Chennai for the whole trip with the cab option: Swift Dzire (2–3 persons), Ertiga (4–7) or Tempo Traveller (8–12)
  • AC bus seats both ways with the bus option
  • Driver allowance, tolls, parking and fuel
  • GST on cab hire

Exclusions in the Pancha Bhoota Sthalams 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

20 percent advance at the time of booking

20 percent after you receive the hotel booking voucher

60 percent during the tour

For tours between 15 December and 2 January, 50 percent advance is required.

Cancellation Policy

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 Pancha Bhoota Sthalams Tour

Best time to visit: October–March

Route: Chennai → Srikalahasti → Kanchipuram → Tiruvannamalai → Chidambaram → Trichy → Srirangam → Trichy → Chennai (about 1,011 km in all)

Before you go: Temples close in the afternoon (about 12:30–4 pm). Dress modestly; men may be asked to remove shirts in some sanctums. Tiruvannamalai is very crowded on full-moon days and at Karthigai Deepam.

Hotels: 3-star hotel in Kanchipuram; 3-star hotel in Tiruvannamalai; 3-star hotel in Chidambaram; 3-star hotel in Trichy, or similar.

Package Price: Cab or Bus

Per-person price by group size and how you travel from Chennai. Every price includes 3-star hotels (twin sharing), breakfast and all sightseeing transport.

Persons Cab Bus
2₹28,880₹20,210
3₹24,060₹18,600
4–7₹21,180₹15,910
8–10₹19,590₹14,890
11–12₹16,980₹13,830

Prices are per person in rupees. The highlighted price is the lowest for that group size.

There is no railway station near this route, so there is no train option.

Route Map

Locating stops on the map…

Top Attractions

Srikalahasteeswara Temple

Srikalahasteeswara Temple

The Vayu (air) linga.

Ekambareswarar Temple

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.

1-2 hours Free6:00 AM – 12:30 PM, 4:00 PM – 8:30 PM
Kamakshi Amman Temple

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.

1-2 hours Free5:30 AM – 12:00 PM, 4:00 PM – 8:30 PM
Kailasanathar Temple

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.

1 hour Free (nominal camera fee)6:00 AM – 12:00 PM, 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM
Arunachaleswarar Temple

Arunachaleswarar Temple

The Agni (fire) linga below Arunachala.

Sri Ramana Ashram

Sri Ramana Ashram

The ashram of Ramana Maharshi.

Nataraja Temple, Chidambaram

Nataraja Temple, Chidambaram

The Akasha (space) sthalam.

Jambukeswarar Temple, Thiruvanaikaval

Jambukeswarar Temple, Thiruvanaikaval

The Appu (water) linga.

Ranganathaswamy Temple, Srirangam

Ranganathaswamy Temple, Srirangam

A vast temple of Vishnu on an island.

Rockfort Temple

Rockfort Temple

A Ganesha shrine on a great rock.

Who Is This Tour For

Pilgrims & Spiritual Travellers: A devotional trip built around temple visits and sacred sites, at a relaxed, unhurried pace.
Comfortably fits a 6-day/5-night trip for couples, families or small groups.
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Best Time to Visit

October–March is the ideal window for this trip, with the most pleasant weather for sightseeing.

How to Reach

Pickup Point: Hotel or home
Approx. Distance: 1011 km

What's Included / Excluded

Inclusions

  • 5 nights in 3-star hotels (twin sharing) with daily breakfast
  • All sightseeing and transfers as per the itinerary
  • AC cab from Chennai for the whole trip with the cab option: Swift Dzire (2–3 persons), Ertiga (4–7) or Tempo Traveller (8–12)
  • AC bus seats both ways with the bus option
  • 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

3-star hotel in Kanchipuram (or similar)
3-star hotel in Tiruvannamalai (or similar)
3-star hotel in Chidambaram (or similar)
3-star hotel in Trichy (or similar)

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

Route: Chennai → Srikalahasti → Kanchipuram → Tiruvannamalai → Chidambaram → Trichy → Srirangam → Trichy → Chennai (about 1,011 km in all)

Before you go: Temples close in the afternoon (about 12:30–4 pm). Dress modestly; men may be asked to remove shirts in some sanctums. Tiruvannamalai is very crowded on full-moon days and at Karthigai Deepam.

Hotels: 3-star hotel in Kanchipuram; 3-star hotel in Tiruvannamalai; 3-star hotel in Chidambaram; 3-star hotel in Trichy, or similar.

Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you need to know before you go

6 days and 5 nights. It starts from Chennai on day 1 and you are back in Chennai on day 6.

Chennai → Srikalahasti → Kanchipuram → Tiruvannamalai → Chidambaram → Trichy → Srirangam → Trichy → Chennai. That is about 1,011 km in all; each leg is listed on this page with its distance and driving time.

For 2 persons it is ₹20,210 per person (bus); for a group of 11–12 it comes down to ₹13,830 per person. Prices include 3-star hotels with breakfast and all sightseeing transport.

Yes. This package is offered by cab or bus. By cab, the same AC car takes you from Chennai and back. By bus, you take an AC bus to the first stop and back, and a cab covers the sightseeing. The price table shows each option for your group size.

October–March.

Temples close in the afternoon (about 12:30–4 pm). Dress modestly; men may be asked to remove shirts in some sanctums. Tiruvannamalai is very crowded on full-moon days and at Karthigai Deepam.

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