Morning: Arrive in Madurai (Airport / Railway station pickup by 7-seater car). Check in at hotel and freshen up. Visit Meenakshi Amman Temple – the grand Dravidian-style temple dedicated to Goddess Meenakshi and Lord Sundareswarar. Afternoon: Lunch at a local restaurant (Murugan Idli Shop / Amma Mess). Visit: Thirumalai Nayakkar Mahal – 17th-century palace with Indo-Saracenic architecture. Gandhi Memorial Museum – one of the few museums dedicated to Mahatma Gandhi. Evening: Explore Vandiyur Mariamman Teppakulam (Temple Tank) – peaceful evening spot. Optional: Shopping in Madurai’s temple street markets (silks, handicrafts, brass lamps). Overnight in Madurai.

Activities : Sightseeing

Morning: After breakfast, drive to Palani, one of the six abodes of Lord Murugan (Arupadai Veedu). En-route, optional stop at: Thiruparankundram Murugan Temple (first among the six abodes) near Madurai. Dindigul Rock Fort – scenic stop with panoramic town views (light climb). Afternoon: Check in at hotel in Palani. After lunch, visit Palani Murugan Temple – atop Sivagiri Hill. Access by Winch / Rope Car / Steps (choose based on comfort). Temple Darshan & Prasadam (Palani Panchamirtham is famous). Evening: Relax or explore local markets around temple base. Visit Idumban Hill nearby for panoramic sunset view. Overnight in Palani.

Activities : Sightseeing

Day 3: Palani → Madurai Departure • Distance: 120 km / 3.5 hrs drive Morning: Early morning temple visit (optional second darshan) or stroll around temple tank. After breakfast, drive back to Madurai. Afternoon: Depending on departure time, stop for lunch and quick shopping. Drop at Madurai Airport / Railway Station.

Activities : Sightseeing