The GReaT Gujarat Utsav

A thoughtfully curated spiritual journey across some of Tamil Nadu’s most revered destinations. Travel through Tiruttani, Kanchipuram, Chennai, Madurai and Palani, each rich in faith and tradition. Experience iconic temples, sacred rituals and the cultural heritage of the South. Enjoy a seamless journey with comfortable stays and well-planned travel. A meaningful pilgrimage designed to bring together devotion, discovery and peace.

Temple towns and hill country share this itinerary, and neither feels rushed. Move through Kanchipuram, Chennai, Thanjavur, Kodaikanal and Madurai, each with a character of its own. Discover Chola architecture, living temple traditions and cool mountain air along the way. Stay in comfort throughout, with every transfer and overnight arranged for you. A balanced route that makes room for both heritage and rest.

Choose one GReaT trails resort and let the landscape do the rest. Pick Thanjavur, Kodaikanal, Yercaud or Wayanad — heritage, hills, forest or lake. Spend two unhurried nights seeing the sights nearby at whatever pace suits you. Settle into comfortable rooms, warm hospitality and easy access to everything around. A simple getaway designed for couples and families who want to slow down.

Lord Murugan’s six sacred abodes, the Arupadaiveedu, anchor a route that runs the length of the state. Regency Tiruttani, Regency Kumbakonam, Regency Madurai and Regency Tirunelveli or Tuticorin each sit at or beside one of them. Offer prayers at revered shrines including Tiruparankundram and coastal Tiruchendur. Every night and every transfer is arranged in advance, so the days belong to the darshan. A focused pilgrimage for those who wish to complete the Murugan circuit in one journey.

Chennai, Mamallapuram and Puducherry line up along the Bay of Bengal for a full week. Two nights in each keeps the pace gentle as the shoreline unfolds. See rock-cut monuments and shore temples, French-quarter streets and quiet beaches. Unwind with resort comforts, sea air and short, easy drives between every stop. Seven days for families and couples who want heritage and coastline together.

Close together but quite different in character, Palani and Madurai fill three easy days. Both rank among the South’s most visited spiritual destinations. Take darshan at Thiruavinankudi, Periya Aavudayar, Meenakshi Amman and Tiruparankundram. Stay at Regency Palani and Regency Madurai, with a shuttle easing the way at Palani. A short break that still delivers a complete darshan experience over one weekend.

For those who would rather finish in style, this same pairing ends at Grand Madurai. Go from the Murugan hill shrine to the temple heart of Madurai across three unhurried days. Visit Patha Vinayakar, Periya Nayaki Amman, Koodal Azhagar and Meenakshi Amman. Regency Palani hosts the first night, with Grand Madurai for a more indulgent close. Ideal for a brief pilgrimage that gives up nothing in comfort.

Hill air and temple streets alternate across this four-day route. Palani opens the journey, Kodaikanal takes the middle night, and Madurai closes it. Combine darshan at revered shrines with lake views, valley walks and cool mountain mornings. Overnight at Regency Palani and GReaT trails Kodaikanal, then take your pick of Regency or Grand Madurai. A varied itinerary for families who want devotion, scenery and a change of air.