Tamil Nadu Tour Packages

Tamil Nadu is the southernmost state of India. It is the tenth largest Indian state by area. You will get to see beautiful beaches and experience peace and serenity while being here. There is a lot of diversity that you can witness in Tamil Nadu. Tamil Nadu's heritage is an incredible mix of Dravidian architecture, classical arts, and colonial history.

Tamil Nadu continues to embrace progress while preserving its heritage. It is a perfect mix of culture with urbanization. You can get yourself a Tamil Nadu tour in India for a fascinating stay. Budget Tamil Nadu tour packages are ideal for travelers looking to visit the state's top attractions without exceeding their budget and that’s why you could choose us for your Tamil Nadu trip.

Tamil Nadu is home to four official, dedicated UNESCO World Heritage Sites-

• Group of Monuments at Mahabalipuram
• Great Living Chola Temples - It has three temples-
  1. Brihadisvara Temple at Thanjavur
  2. Gangaikonda Cholapuram Temple at Jayankondam
  3. Airavatesvara Temple at Darasura
• Nilgiri Mountain Railway
• The Western Ghats

Tamil Nadu is filled with amazing flora and fauna. Tamil Nadu's flora is characterised by its stunning variety of plant species. Forests occupy an area of 22,643 km2 that makes up 17.4% of the geographic area. Tamil Nadu is home to over 5,640 plant species. The state has lush evergreen forests of the Western Ghats, coastal mangroves and scorched scrublands. The state has the flower called Kurinji of Kodaikanal, it is a flower that blooms once every 12 years.

The state also has rich fauna as well. The place is famous for the state animal Nilgiri Tahr and the Asian Elephant. Other major wildlife in the state are the endangered Lion-Tailed Macaque, Bengal Tigers, and species like the Blackbuck. It also has over 500 species of birds.

Tamil Nadu is also known as the ‘Land of Temples.’ Kanchipuram is a really famous pilgrimage destination. Tourists from all over the world visit this place to get to know more about the culture and traditions of this place. You can find a lot of peace and calmness in this place. You also need to visit the famous Kanchi Kamakshi Temple, Kailasanathar Temple and Ekambareswarar Temple while being in Tamil Nadu. Rameswaram is one of the most visited places here. The temples here have towering gopurams and Dravidian architecture. Some of the main temples in Tamil Nadu are the Madurai Meenakshi Amman Temple in Madurai, Ramanathaswamy Temple in Rameswaram, and the UNESCO-listed Brihadeeswarar Temple in Thanjavur. Below is the list of major religious sites in Tamil Nadu-

Hindu Temples	Meenakshi Amman Temple, Ramanathaswamy Temple, Brihadeeswarar Temple, and Arunachaleswarar Temple
Christian Shrines & Cathedrals	Basilica of Our Lady of Good Health, Santhome Cathedral and Basilica, Thiruvithamcode Arappally, and Idaikattur Church
Islamic Dargahs & Mosques	Makka Masjid, Gori Palayam Mosque, and Nagore Dargah

Major cities and towns in Tamil Nadu

Tamil Nadu is a major urbanized state. The largest cities serve as the backbone of the state's economy, culture, and tourism. The most significant and major cities in Tamil Nadu are-

Cities/Towns	Why is it famous?
Chennai	The state capital and India’s fourth-largest metropolitan area. It is known as the "Gateway to South India." It is a major hub for IT, automobile manufacturing, healthcare, and cultural arts.
Coimbatore	This city is called the "Manchester of South India."
Madurai	It is one of the oldest continuously inhabited cities in the world. The city is famous for the historic Meenakshi Temple.
Salem	The city is a major commercial center known for its steel plants and textile manufacturing.
Erode	The town is famous for its textiles.
Kancheepuram	The town is famous for its silk sarees.

What to do in Tamil Nadu?

Tamil Nadu has different temples, peaceful hill stations, and beautiful coastlines. One can do these while in Tamil Nadu-

• Traveling to temples is one of the best things to do in Tamil Nadu, one can visit the UNESCO-listed Brihadeeswara Temple in Thanjavur or the Meenakshi Amman Temple in Madurai.
• You can also go to the hill stations and explore the amazing nature there. You can take a drive to the Nilgiris to experience Ooty's Botanical Gardens and the Pykara Lake. You can also hike through the dense forests and tea plantations.
• You can also explore the coasts of the state and examine the ancient rock-cut Shore Temples and the Five Rathas in Mahabalipuram. You can also catch the beautiful sunrise on any beach of the state.
• If you are a nature enthusiast you can go on a safari in Mudumalai Wildlife Sanctuary. You can also take a drive to reach the waterfalls of Kolli Hills.
• If you are in Tamil Nadu, make sure to interact with the locals so that you can learn about their culture.

What are the best foods to try in Tamil Nadu?

It has the best restaurants in the state where you can try some really delicious south Indian food. You can try-

• Idli
• Vada
• Dosa
• Palkova
• Nandu Masala
• Tirunelveli Halwa
• Ven Pongal
• Jigarthanda
• Dindigul Thalappakatti Biriyani
• Parotta and Salna
• Kothu Parotta
• Filter Coffee
• Kanchipuram Idli
• Arcot Makkan Peda
• Chicken Chettinad

How to reach Tamil Nadu?

By Air -

Flying is the most efficient travel method. The main airport of Tamil Nadu is Chennai International Airport. It receives direct domestic flights from all major Indian cities and international routes from Europe, Southeast Asia, and the Middle East. Below is mentioned the distance of Tamil Nadu to major Indian cities-

Cities	Distance
Delhi	2,449 km
Mumbai	1,287 km
Bangalore	298 km
Kolkata	1,977 km

By Train -

Tamil Nadu’s railway network is managed by the Southern Railway zone. Major railway stations are-

• Dr. MGR Chennai Central (MAS): Handles the majority of long-distance and express trains from cities like Delhi, Mumbai, and Kolkata.
• Chennai Egmore (MS): Connects to various destinations within the state and southern India.

By Road -

Tamil Nadu has excellent road connectivity via National and State Highways.

To summarize-

Visiting Tamil Nadu is a great experience. This experience of visiting Tamil Nadu shall surely impact your life in a certain way as you will come back to be more knowledgeable about the culture of southern India. Tamil Nadu is surely a traveler’s delight, there are so many things to do and so many experiences to have while being in Tamil Nadu which makes it a place that you just cannot miss visiting and if you are inclined towards the religious side then this place is surely a must visit. A Tamil Nadu package lets you experience destinations like Chennai, Madurai, Ooty, Kodaikanal, and Rameswaram while enjoying a comfortable and hassle-free journey.

So what are you waiting for? You need to visit this place, so get yourself Tamil Nadu holiday packages to get a smooth and hassle free stay here in Tamil Nadu.