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STORIES OF MADURAI, CRAFTED FOR YOUR STAY

AT GRAND MADURAI BY GRT HOTELS, EVERY CORNER HUMS WITH STORIES OF SANGAM POETS AND SPICE SELLERS, ROYAL ARCHES AND ROARING WATERFALLS, JASMINE GARLANDS AND JIGARTHANDA NIGHTS. EACH KATHA IS A CHAPTER OF THE CITY WAITING TO BE EXPLORED.

STEP IN AND CRAFT YOUR OWN GREAT KATHAS.

DIVINE DARSHAN KATHA

Temple Run 2.0 – Meenakshi’s Magic Hour

Goddess energy in technicolor

Meenakshi Amman Temple is a living epic with towers carved with gods, demons and dancers, halls echoing with devotion. Your guide reveals myths, miracles and Madurai’s soul.

Time: 5.00 AM – 12.00 PM & 4.00 PM – 8.00 PM

Price:INR 3,200 (Regular tour) | INR 3,400 (Special darshan) | INR 4,400 (Guided tour)

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Madurai Mary

Gothic vibes, gentle grace

St. Mary’s Cathedral with pastel arches and rose windows is a serene 150-year-old sanctuary. Light a candle, wander its courtyards or simply pause in its stillness.

Time: 7.00 AM – 7.00 PM

Price: INR 3,200Up to 4 guests

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FOODIE KATHA

Thattu Vibes Only

Madurai street feast trail

As night falls, Madurai’s thallu-vandi stalls light up. Taste bun parottas, spicy kothu, melt-in-your-mouth dosas and cool jigarthanda, all led by a local food guide.

Time: 5.00 PM – 10.30 PM

Price: INR 3,200Food & Beverage on actuals | Up to 4 guests

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ARTISAN KATHA

Whisk It Real Good

No stress, just saute

Join our chef for a Madurai cooking masterclass learning from crisp dosas to tangy kuzhambu and chutneys ground fresh. Learn, laugh and taste your way through Tamil flavours.

Time: 4.00 PM – 5.00 PM

Price: INR 1,500Per guest

Mocktail, Not Mayhem

Zero proof. Maximum flair

Shake up your own Instagram-worthy mocktails with fruits, herbs and syrups. Make two signature drinks, be it floral, citrus or spicy and name them like a pro.

Time: 4.00 PM – 6.00 PM

Price: INR 1,200Per guest

ADVENTURE KATHA

Hill Yeah!

A classical evening on the water’s edge

Trek through Azhagar Hills and Pazhamudhircholai with our expert guide. Shrines, rare trees and serene corners line the way making this trail as sacred as it is scenic.

Time: 9.30 AM – 11.30 AM

Price: INR 15,000Up to 4 guests

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HERITAGE KATHA

Metal Gods & Madras Tales

Where Time Sculpts and Silence Speaks

Explore the Government Museum with a private guide. Marvel at bronzes, relics and manuscripts that reveal South Indian artistry from Chola bronzes to Mughal miniatures. Visit the Children's Museum and the Modern Art Wing. Conclude your tour with a relaxing filter coffee break.

Time: 10:30 AM - 1:30 PM (Closed on Sunday afternoons)

Price: INR 3,500Up to 4 guests

Prices mentioned are for 3 hours. Additional charges: INR 99 per km or INR 800 per extra hour.

Fort Files and British Vibe

Where British East Meets the Indian Sun

Stroll at Fort St. George alongside a heritage expert. Visit the museum, St. Mary's Church and the hidden bastions. Listen to stories of treaties, trade and rebellion. Wrap up your experience with heritage tea in George Town.

Time: 9:30 AM - 12:30 PM

Price: INR 3,500Up to 4 guests

Prices mentioned are for 3 hours. Additional charges: INR 99 per km or INR 800 per extra hour.

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WELLNESS KATHA

The Balance Within

Where Healing Meets Harmony

At Bodhi Prana, wellness is an act of love for yourself and those you cherish. Begin with a Five Elements Consultation rooted in Ayurveda and enhanced by modern therapies. Realign your body, mind and spirit under the guidance of our in-house doctors. Experience a journey that restores balance, renews energy and reveals that true health is the purest form of love

Time: 9:00 AM - 7:00 PM

Price: As per actuals

DISCOVERY KATHA

Canvas of the Coast

Where Chennai Breathes in Brushstrokes

Visit Cholamandal Artists' Village to explore galleries, sculpture spaces and working studios. Meet artists shaping modern Tamil expression and try a short demo yourself. Conclude with tea and snacks under the banyan trees.

Time: 2:30 PM - 5:30 PM

Price: INR 4,000Up to 4 guests

Prices mentioned are for 3 hours. Additional charges: INR 99 per km or INR 800 per extra hour.

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HERITAGE KATHA

Diggin’ the Past

6th Century BCE but make it a field trip

Step into Keeladi, the archaeological site that rewinds Tamil history to the Sangam era. From etched pots and ancient graffiti to tools and relics, every find here proves that Tamils were urban, poetic and proud long before empires rose.

Time: 10.00 AM – 1.00 PM

Price: INR 2,200Up to 4 guests

Prices mentioned are for a 2-hour, 20-kilometre package.

Palace, Please

Drama, domes and light shows

Thirumalai Nayakkar Mahal is Madurai’s royal masterpiece with arches soaring, domes glinting and columns echoing with 17th-century grandeur.

Time: 9.00 AM – 5.00 PM

Price: INR 3,200Up to 4 guests

Prices mentioned are for a 3-hour, 30-kilometre package.

Charkha & Chill

Khadi, courage & country roads

At Tamukkam Palace, Gandhi’s legacy speaks through handwritten letters, black-and-white photographs and even the cloth he wore on his last day.

Time: 10.00 AM – 5.00 PM | Closed on Fridays

Price: INR 3,200Up to 4 guests

Prices mentioned are for a 3-hour, 30-kilometre package.

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NATURE KATHA

Fall for It

Chill air, cool waters and zero Wi-Fi

Kutladampatti Falls is Madurai’s waterfall reset button with forest trails, chirping birds and cascading tiers.

Time: 10.00 AM – 5.00 PM

Price: INR 12,000Up to 4 guests

SISTERHOOD KATHA

Bend, Groove & Glow

Stretch, sway and slay the day

Begin with yoga for clarity then switch to zumba for pure fun. A wellness jam where fitness meets friendship and laughter is the playlist.

Time: 4.30 PM – 6.00 PM

Price: INR 1000per guest | Min. 4 guests

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Malligai & Mangai – Flower Power Hour

Twist, string, bloom and bond

Sit with a flower artisan to learn hand-stringing jasmine garlands the old way. A cultural ritual turns into a fragrant memory with moms, daughters or friends.

Time: 6.30 PM – 7.30 PM

Complimentary

LOVE KATHA

Pool Date = Cool Date

Love under the lanterns

A candlelit poolside cabana with a curated 4-course meal and music under the stars. Whether first date or anniversary, it's your private rom-com moment.

Time: 7.00 PM – 10.30 PM

Price: INR 6,000per couple

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Spa-la-la Love

Rub, relax and reconnect

A 60-minute couple’s spa ritual with aromatic oils, intuitive massages and candlelit calm. Perfect to recharge after temple trails or simply reconnect in quiet luxury.

Time: 9.00 AM – 9.00 PM

Price: INR 12,000per couple

DISCOVERY KATHA

Frame It Like That

Where Madurai’s soul gets a canvas

At Andril Heritage Art Gallery, Tamil traditions meet modern brushstrokes in exhibits of oils, terracotta and regional crafts. Meet local artists, soak in creativity and leave with frames full of inspiration.

Time: 10.00 AM – 2.00 PM & 4.00 PM – 8.00 PM

Price: INR 2,200Up to 4 guests

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NATIVE KATHA

Once Upon a Madurai

City secrets & soul stories

Follow Ms. Swarna through Madurai’s alleys, markets and facades, her storytelling weaving Sangam poetry with colonial echoes. Every step feels like drifting between past and present.

Time: 7.30 PM onwards

Price:INR 13,000 (2 guests) | INR 10,000 (4 guests)

Spice Girls IRL – Market Run & Aroma Walk

Cardamom, cumin and cultural clout

East Masi Street brims with temple flowers, sunlit brassware and sacks of turmeric, cumin and chilli. A self-paced sensory trail where colours and aromas tell their own stories.

Time: 9.00 AM – 9.00 PM

Price: INR 2,100Articles as per actuals | Up to 4 guests

Dam-n Good Views

Where breezes whisper and skies turn gold

The Vaigai Dam offers calm waters, banyan shade and birdsong just an hour away. Spread a mat, enjoy a deluxe picnic basket and watch sunset turn the skies into theatre.

Time: 10.00 AM – 6.00 PM

Price: INR 12,000Up to 4 guests

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WELLNESS KATHA

Salutations to the Sun

Sunrise yoga & meditation

Start the day with Surya Namaskar, breathing and meditation guided by expert instructors. A morning ritual that aligns body, mind and soul.

Time: 7.00 AM – 9.00 AM & 4.00 PM – 6.00 PM

Price: INR 1,200Per guest | Min. 10 guests

TERMS & CONDITIONS
GREAT KATHAS BY GRT HOTELS & RESORTS

1. Bookings & Payments

  • All experiences must be booked in advance through the hotel concierge, front desk, official website or designated partner platforms.
  • Prices are inclusive of GST, taxes and service charges (unless otherwise specified).
  • In cases of adverse weather, safety concerns or operational challenges, GRT Hotels & Resorts reserves the right to cancel or reschedule experiences. Guests will be offered either a full refund or the option to reschedule.

2. Experience Guidelines

  • Some Kathas are weather-dependent and may be subject to last-minute changes.
  • Guests are requested to inform the team of any medical conditions, mobility concerns or dietary restrictions at the time of booking.
  • Children under 12 years must be accompanied by an adult unless the experience is explicitly marked as kid-friendly.

3. Conduct & Safety

  • Guests are expected to behave responsibly and respectfully towards local traditions, guides, fellow participants and hotel staff.

4. Liability Waiver

  • Participation in GReaT Kathas is at the guest’s own risk. While GRT Hotels & Resorts maintains the highest safety standards, the hotel will not be held liable for any injury, loss or damage incurred during or after the experience.
  • Guests are responsible for safeguarding their personal belongings at all times.

5. Amendments

  • GRT Hotels & Resorts reserves the right to modify, suspend or withdraw any GReaT Katha experience without prior notice due to operational requirements or external factors beyond the hotel’s control.

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