Private Tour: Madurai Sightseeing with Guide | 4 hours to 5 hours

6 Reviews | Madurai
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Private Tour with French Guide
2 Adults x $111.55
$223.10
Approx Total
$223.10
Private Air Conditioned Vehicl: For 1-2 people, Private Air Conditioned Sedan with Driver will be provided For 3-4 people, Private air Conditioned Innova
French Guide: Explore Madurai with Local French Speaking Guide
Pickup included
Private Tour: Madurai Sightseeing with Guide
2 Adults x $108.03
$216.06
Approx Total
$216.06
Pickup included

Inclusions / Exclusions

  • Mobile ticket
  • Offered in: English, French
  • Bottled water during the tour
  • Local English Speaking Guide
  • Hotel Pick-up & Drop
  • Transport by private Air-Conditioned Vehicle
  • Monument Entrances Fees & camera Fees - INR300/person
  • Food and Drinks
  • Gratuities
  • Temple Darshan & Darshan tickets

Overview

Madurai is an ancient city that is situated in the South state Tamil Nadu, India. It is the earliest recorded civilisation and there is evidence that there was human settlement here dating back to 300 BC. The town is built around the Meenakshi Temple. It is well known for various reasons one of them being the historical monuments like the Meenakshi Amman Temple and Tirumalai Nayak Palace. Madurai has also contributed a lot to Indian literature with its rich and abundant literary tradition. On your visit here admire the Dravidian style of architecture as you pay pilgrimage to Meenakshi temple. The pillars outside the temple are erected so cleverly that they one can hear different notes when touching them. Thirumalai Nayak palace is known as the living palace of the Nayak Kings, it was built in the 17th century and is a beautiful construction with several pillars and domes around. With only a fourth portion of this marvel surviving.

Itinerary

  • Madurai Meenakshi Amman Temple

    The town has developed encircling Meenakashi Amman temple built in the Dravidian style -one for Lord Shiva and the other for his spouse Meenakashi. It is one of the masterpieces of Dravidian architecture and one of the most important active temples in India. Dedicated to Meenakshi, a form of Parvati known as "the one with fish-shaped eyes", the wife of Shiva, in its Sundareshwara form, it has two shrines, one for each of the gods. It is one of the most visited holy places in India and attracts pilgrims who come to marry or purify themselves there. The pillars in 1000 Pillar Hall inside the temple are erected so cleverly that they one can hear different notes when touching them. The temple will be usually open from 0500 hrs to 1230 hrs and 1600 hrs to 2030 hrs

    2 hours

  • Thirumalai Nayakar Mahal

    Thirumalai Nayak palace is known as the living palace of the Nayak Kings, it was built in the 17th century and is a beautiful construction with several pillars and domes around. With only a fourth portion of this marvel surviving the beauty that it must have been before its destruction can only be left to the imagination.

    1 hour

  • Vandiyur Mariamman Teppakulam

    Teppakulam (Temple Tank) is the venue of the float festival, 4kms from the Meenakshi Amman Temple.

    10 minutes

  • Gandhi Memorial Museum

    The life history of Mahatma Gandhi depicted in the pictures along with the discription. Also, you can see the cloth he was wearing while being killed

    1 hour

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Additional Info

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Shoes must be removed at places of worship, Dress code is smart casual (Please be advised to dress accordingly for places of worship; shorts or sleeveless tops are not recommended)

Free Cancellation

June 19100% refund
June 20No refund

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Reviews

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Great experience to see the major attractions of Madurai!

Published on Jun, 2023

we had a great experience with Vijay! he was an excellent host and explained all the interesting history of the sites. we were well taken care of!

Memorable Madurai Tour with Mr. Johnson

Published on Jun, 2023

If you are looking for a quick in-depth overview tour of Madurai - the extraordinary historic sprawling Meenakshi Temple with a gallery museum inside, Palace inspired by Italian architecture, and bustling markets - Mr. Johnson is a knowledgeable, kind native who takes pride in sharing his world with you, while also taking good care of you, all with a good sense of humor.

Magic Day in Madurai

Published on Mar, 2020

Wow! What an unexpected amazing day in Madurai. Saw all the most important temples under the more-than-expert guidance of Rasheed. Rasheed was the man! Answered all questions, went above and beyond to make it an absolutely splended day. Thanks!

A great overview of history and culture of Madurai

Published on Mar, 2020

The tour gave us the opportunity to see the main sights of Madurai - palace, temples, markets and the Gandhi museum (what a great overview of that political era). We loved it all.

Four hour Madurai India Tour

Published on Dec, 2019

Tour guide was fantastic and so informative. Highly recommend! Just beware of local merchants hawking their goods.

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