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Vannakam Madurai - Explore Madurai like a local
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Witness Madurai's traditional Kolam sketching, cow milking, and market tours on our tour. Enjoy its rich heritage, delicious filter coffee, and regional dishes. Join us for discovery, and memories.
Price from 49,41 EUR
Wonder of Madurai:Guided Tour of Sri Meenakshi Temple
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Embark on a Sri Meenakshi Temple where many treasures, insights, and stories are waiting. Let a local host show you around and experience this cultural attraction from a local perspective. Reasons to book this tour : ✓ See Thousand Pillars Museum from a local perspective ✓ Get insights straight from a local source ✓ Explore Sri Meenakshi Temple it with a local. As a center of Madurai, there's a cultural gem ready to be discovered. Get ready and hit the road with your favorite local and prepare to be amazed. On this Private Sri Meenakshi Temple tour in Madurai,With so much to see and learn, there's no better way than to have a knowledgeable local by your side. Embark on an enriching journey where you'll get to know everything about this must-visit attraction with its ins and outs, its incredible history, insights, and fun facts. The more you explore, the more you'll discover why this place is so important to the locals and its cultural relevance.
Price from 10,41 EUR
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Meenakshi Temple and Hall of Thousand Pillars Walking Tour-Two Hours (Tour Starting time is Customizable)
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The city has been described as the 'lotus shaped' city in one of the Tamil literatures. Since immemorial times, Madurai has been a well planned city in terms of construction of roads and buildings. Meenakshi Amman temple is the centre point for the formation of all the roads. The Meenakshi Amman temple is one of the largest in India. Something is always happening here – ceremonies, musicians playing, weddings, prostrating pilgrims, festivals – making it a compelling place to spend time and enjoy temple life. The temple is the geographic and ritual centre of the ancient city of Madurai and divided into a number of concentric quadrangular enclosures contained by high masonry walls. It is one of the few temples in Tamil Nadu to have four entrances facing four directions. This temple has four towers each intricately decorated with thousands of colored figures.There are eight more towers and a hall with a thousand decorated pillars.
 
     What to remember :

  •  A dress code is required to enter places of worship  
  •  No shorts or sleeveless tops allowed. 
  •  Knees and shoulders MUST be covered for both men and   women. 
  • Guests may not be allowed to enter if you fail to comply with these dress requirement. 
  • All kind of electronic items are not permitted to carry into the temple.
  • Tour Starting time is customizable. We could start the tour between 7 am to 9.30 am , if the guests not able to come at 7.15 am .


Exclusions:


  •  Entrance fee at the Temple


  •  Tipping for the Guide


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From Madurai: Day Tour to Rameswaram with Car & Driver
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Travel from Madurai to Rameswaram, known for its cultural and religious significance, on a private tour by car. Follow your guide around Rameswaram's historical and spiritual attractions.
Price from 59,29 EUR
Spiritual Trails of Old Town Madurai (2 Hours Guided Walking Tour)
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On this guided walking tour, we will take you to experience the serenity & life energies in Madurai, our storyteller will share beautiful stories of the ancient past that would make you understand and appreciate the importance of rituals in daily life for a blissful living experience. This unique experience allow you to watch colorful mélange of different people; Hindu gurus doing meditations, prayers at the temples. Highlights: 1. Explore Madurai beyond the typical tourist spots and enjoy the stories and tales about the city from your guide. 2. Learn about the culture and genesis of spirituality in Madurai, experience the power of holy rituals and understand the true essence of Madurai. 3. See the city through the eyes of a local and discover the numerous mesmerizing temples with different local importance which Madurai has to offer. 4. Capture the vibrant atmosphere of this colorful city on this memorable walking tour with an infotainment-style ensuring that you will not be bored.
Price from 12,45 EUR
Best of Madurai Walking Tour (Including Sri Meenakshi Temple)
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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.

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These tours has minimum number of guests required for it to run. While unlikely , it is possible that will not reach the minimum and the guest will be notified that it has been cancelled.

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Madurai Rickshaw Ride Tour: Unveil the Hidden Gems
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Explore the magic of Madurai on our Rickshaw Ride Tour. Glide through its bustling streets, discover the Meenakshi Amman Temple, and savor local flavors. Unearth the hidden gems of Madurai with us!
Price from 69,18 EUR
Best of Madurai (Guided Halfday Sightseeing Tour by Car)
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Discover all the beautiful and famous sites of Madurai and taste local delicacies on this fantastic 4-hour experience with a personal guide in an air-conditioned car. Highlights: Discover the marvelous temples, colorful markets and spilled across the city. We have designed this beautiful garland of all the places in our Trails of Madurai tour, an unmatched heritage experience with awesome stories to understand a city's existence, culture and local trivia. 1. Visit beautiful hilltop temples, Dravidian style architecture buildings, markets and listen to stories of the city's history, culture and life. 2. Explore the famous Meenakshi Amman Temple, Thirumalai Nayakkar Mahal, St. Mary's Cathedral and many other tourists places. 3. Complete the tour with a big smile on your face and beautiful memories to cherish in your photos.
Price from 77,64 EUR
Four Hours Offbeat tour of Madurai (Exclude Sri Meenakshi Temple)
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Experience authentic Madurai on this amazing walking tour of the old town with the Local and this tour will give you a great introduction of the city, its history, its vibrant culture, and its people with lots of wonderful stories about the city, fun facts and must do things in the city.

We will cover some of the city highlights such as Local Flower Market and Banana Market  along with hidden places and forgotten nooks of the old city.


Duration : Four Hours

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* Transportation
* Entry Fee for temple
* Personal Expenses
* Tipping for tour guide

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These tours has minimum number of guests required for it to run. While unlikely , it is possible that will not reach the minimum and the guest will be notified that it has been cancelled.


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Private Day Tour : From Madurai to Enchanting Kodaikanal
Embark on a scenic day trip from Madurai to Kodaikanal. Enjoy breathtaking views, tranquil landscapes, and memorable experiences. Return rejuvenated from the enchanting hills with cherished memories.
Price from 70,27 EUR
Private Arrival Transfer from Airport to Hotel or Vice Versa
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Welcome to Madurai - an ancient city that is situated in the South state Tamil Nadu, India. It is the earliest recorded civilization and there is evidence that there was human settlement here dating back to 300 BC. Have a hassle free transfer service from the Airport to the hotel avoiding the discomfort in taking Pre-paid taxies from the airport.
Price from 16,98 EUR
Tour of the temples of Madurai
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The city has been described as the "lotus-shaped" city in one of the Tamil publications. Since time immemorial, Madurai has been a well-planned city in terms of road and building construction.
The Meenakshi Amman temple is the central point for the formation of all roads. The Meenakshi Amman temple is one of the largest in India. There is always something going on here: ceremonies, musicians playing, weddings, prostrate pilgrims, festivals, making it an attractive place to spend time and enjoy temple life. The temple is the geographical and ritual center of the ancient city of Madurai and is divided into several concentric quadrangular enclosures contained by high masonry walls. It is one of the few temples in Tamil Nadu that has four entrances in four directions. This temple has four towers, each intricately decorated with thousands of colorful figures. There are eight more towers and a hall with a thousand decorated pillars.
What to remember:
* A dress code is required to enter places of worship
* No shorts or sleeveless tops.
* Knees and shoulders MUST be covered for both men and women. You may not be allowed to enter if you do not meet these dress requirements. Exclusions:
* Entrance fee to the Temple.
* Payments for the guide

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Private Day Tour: Pondicherry to Tanjore, Trichy & Madurai
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This tour begins in Pondicherry, visits Tanjore, Trichy, and Madurai, the spiritual heart of India. Explore the region's history, architecture, and spirituality in one day.
Price from 177,88 EUR
Madurai to Rameswaram Full-Day Tour
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The town of Rameshwaram stands as a testimony of his faith. One of the four pilgrimage places, Char Dham of India, it modestly invites followers of Lord Shiva from everywhere to pay a visit at least once in their lifetime to the Jyotirlinga installed in the Ramanathaswamy Temple. Located in Ramanathapuram district, the town is a part of Pamban Island also known as Rameshwaram Island being associated with the legendry temple built in the marvelous Dravidian style of architecture. Includes private guide and driver, and hotel pickup and drop-off. 1.Snap photos of Pamban Bridge, a 100-year-old railway bridge that connects the island to India's mainland. 2. Visit several important Hindu sites including Ramanathaswamy Temple. 3. From Madurai full-day tour to Pamban Island with Rameswaram and Dhanushkodi Beach. 4.View the Indian Ocean and Bay of Bengal from the sands of Dhanushkodi Beach 5. Includes private guide and driver, and hotel pickup and drop-off.
Price from 142,32 EUR
Temple Evening Ceremony Tour
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As the evening draws, the extraordinary ‘Going to Bed Ceremony’ at Sri Meenakshi Temple rises. Each night, the image of Shiva is carried from his shrine to join his consort Parvati, in another part of the temple.  This ceremony can be chaotic and noisy, but this is not to be missed if you are traveling to Madurai. Each morning, the image of Shiva is returned to his own place of rest. We will start at the east entrance of the temple, and we will witness the traditional Aarti ceremony that is performed every evening at dusk. The experience wonderfully highlights local culture and religion, in an effort by the participants to find peace. Note: *Non-Hindus are not allowed to enter the Temple’s main sanctum area, but they can witness the ceremony from outside. *The beginning time of the ceremony is not precise. It depends on the number of people, temple festivals and the movements of Hindu's astrological constellations.

Dress Code:
* Full pants and shirt with sleeves is required. People wearing Half pants/ sleeveless shirts are not allowed inside the temple.
* Cigarettes, lighters, match boxes, tobacco, chewing gum, cosmetic items are not allowed to take into the temple. Water bottle, purse and small hand bag are allowed to take into the temple.
* Photography/videography is prohibited inside the temple premises.

Exclusions:
* Entrance fee for the Temple
* Tipping for the guide


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Private Day Tour to Trichy, Tanjore, Chettinad from Madurai
Enjoy a full-day tour from Madurai through Trichy, Tanjore, and Chettinad, exploring temples, palaces, and traditional craftsmanship. Enjoy local cuisine and conclude with a smooth drop-off in Madurai
Price from 129,13 EUR
Night Ceremony in Madurai Meenakshi Amman Temple
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The centre has developed encircling Meenakshi Amman temple built in the Dravidian style -one for Lord Shiva and the other for his spouse Meenakshi. It is one of the gems of Dravidian architecture and one of the most important active temples in India. Every ancestral Hindu temple such as Meenakshi temple opens at the crack of dawn with a belief, custom of waking God and Goddess up from their spiritual rest by classical music with an opening prayer of the glorious day.
Price from 60,00 EUR
The Ultimate Sri Meenakshi Temple-The Gem of Madurai.
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Embark on a Sri Meenakshi Temple where many treasures, insights, and stories are waiting. Let a local host show you around and experience this cultural attraction from a local perspective.

Reasons to book this tour :

✓ See Thousand Pillars Museum from a local perspective

✓ Get insights straight from a local source

✓ Explore Sri Meenakshi Temple it with a local.

As a center of Madurai, there's a cultural gem ready to be discovered. Get ready and hit the road with your favorite local and prepare to be amazed.

On this Private Sri Meenakshi Temple tour in Madurai,With so much to see and learn, there's no better way than to have a knowledgeable local by your side. Check out its best-known spots as well as those little details that only a local expert knows about, like Thousand Pillars Museum and Sri Meenakshi Temple.

Embark on an enriching journey where you'll get to know everything about this must-visit attraction with its ins and outs, its incredible history, insights, and fun facts. The more you explore, the more you'll discover why this place is so important to the locals and its cultural relevance. 




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From Madurai : Private day trip to Rameshwaram by Car
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Explore the holy town of Rameswaram & its surroundings on this one day Madurai to Rameshwaram Trip by Car will take you back to the days of Ramayana & great mysteries. Visit ghost town of Dhanushkodi.
Price from 109,80 EUR
Madurai Street Food Crawl (2 Hours Guided Food Tasting Tour)
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Madurai is tourist paradise and for centuries it is known for its rich and yummy South Indian food culture, we are fortunate today that this rich food culture is preserved in the form of small food joints by some thoughtful people for generations. We have designed this amazing experience for you with an intention to take you to these places for food tasting, so that you can also cherish this food, feast your taste buds and have a fabulous and lasting impression. 1. You will taste more than five mouth watering authentic delicacies on this food tour, if you are a food lover and enjoy experiencing different kind of foods, then you should not miss this walking tour because trust us, you will surely regret it later. 2. We have designed this amazing experience for you with an intention to take you to these places for food tasting. 3. Be prepared to fill your mouth with mouth watering delights and please bring an appetite.
Price from 12,07 EUR
From Madurai: Trichy, Thanjavur, and Pondicherry Day Trip
Explore the Sri Ranganathaswamy Temple, the Brihadeeswarar Temple, and more on a day trip from Madurai to Trichy, Thanjavur, and Pondicherry.
Price from 158,12 EUR
Day Trip to Thanjavur (Guided Sightseeing Tour by Car from Madurai)
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Discover all the beautiful sights of Thanjavur which are great example of spiritual and architectural brilliance like rihadeeswarar Temple, Thanjavur Maratha Palace & Tamil University Museum and taste local delicacies on this fantastic 10-hour experience with a personal guide in an air-conditioned car. Highlights: 1. Discover all the tourists places in the Ancient south Indian city. 2. Explore the Brihadeeswarar Temple, Thanjavur Maratha Palace & Tamil University Museum and all the touristic sights in the city. 3. Complete the tour with a big smile on your face and beautiful memories to cherish in your photos.
Price from 137,74 EUR
Exclusive Madurai and Samanarmalai Full-Day Exploration Tour
Discover Madurai's culture, history with this full-day tour. Visit the Flower Market, Gandhi Museum, Thirumalainayakar Palace, and Meenakshi Temple. Enjoy terracotta making & sunset at Samanar Malai.
Price from 61,49 EUR
Private Tour: Madurai Meenakshi Amman Temple Night Ceremony
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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.
Price from 55,46 EUR
Private Transfer from Madurai to Kovalam with Visits enroute
Effortlessly travel from Madurai to Kovalam, with stops at Kanyakumari, Suchindram Temple, and Poovar Lake en route. Explore iconic landmarks with ease and comfort.
Price from 118,59 EUR
Explore Madurai's Rich Culture: Private Car & Guided Tour
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Madurai city which is located on the banks of the river Vaigai, has been a major settlement for about 2000 years.It is among the world's oldest cities to have been inhabited continuously.Visit architectural wonder places like Meenakshi Amman temple, Thirumalai Nayakar Palace, the allure of a Potters village, Gandhi museum and a local bazaar walk.
Price from 87,09 EUR
Private Transfer: Trichy to Madurai via Tanjore & Chettinad
This day trip showcases Tamil Nadu's rich culture. Temples in Tanjore and Chettinad have long history. Support local foods and crafts. Exploring Tamil Nadu's past and present is thrilling.
Price from 79,06 EUR
Private Transfer from Madurai to Rameswaram
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Your spectacular journey starts from Madurai Airport or Hotel. Welcomed by our English Speaking Chauffeur on Arrival at Madurai Airport or while leaving from the City Hotel, start the road trip to your hotel at Rameswaram from Madurai in one of our well maintained cars. Your drive from Airport to the hotel will be an excellent trip in South India.
Price from 55,46 EUR
From Trichy : A Private Car and Driver tour to Madurai
Enjoy a seamless day trip from Trichy to Madurai with a private car & driver. Visit the flower market, Gandhi Museum, Thirumalai Nayakar Mahal, & Meenakshi Temple, then return comfortably to Trichy.
Price from 77,40 EUR
Vibrant Markets of Madurai(2 Hours Guided Walking Tour)
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Explore the vibrant markets of Madurai, walk through the narrow lanes of the city, areas that still reflect the essence of a bygone, get acquainted with its legacy and discover its rustic charm. Explore the colorful and pulsating markets of Madurai, this walk won't just let you live a shopper's dream, but you'll also learn more about the vibrant city, its most famous streets and experience its bustling lanes. Highlights 1. Experience famous street markets of Madurai exhibiting endless variety of items, including delicate metal crafts, precious metal work, antique coins as well as day to day usable like spices, fruits, vegetables, spices, cloth, textiles, jewelry and even necessities. 2. Dress up yourself with magnificent collection of jewelry, metal art, colorful, bejeweled shoes that are essential to any outfit. 3. Capture the hues of blue city, it's beautiful houses, bustling markets in your lens while exploring variety spectacular collection local art on shopping tour.
Price from 24,15 EUR