Tiruvannamalai day trip from Trichy: Annamalaiyar Temple and Ramana Maharshi Ashram

• Local guide fluent in English, if the option is chosen. • Entry fees to attractions, if the option is chosen. • Private air-conditioned vehicle for pickup and drop-off at your hotel. • Lunch, if the option is chosen. • Taxes as mandated by the government. • Bottled water provided in the vehicle.

• Fees for photography at monuments. • Tips and activities that are not mandatory. • Items that are not specified in the inclusions.

• Infant seats designed for safety are provided • Nearby public transport options are accessible • Infants and small children can be accommodated with prams or strollers • Appropriate for individuals of all fitness levels

To receive a full refund, cancellations must be made a minimum of 24 hours prior to the planned departure time.

Kindly share your hotel name and address during the booking process or no later than three days before the trip date. A guide and driver will meet you in the hotel lobby at the designated time. Contact information will be provided the day before the tour.

• 7:30 AM - Depart from your hotel in Trichy for Tiruvannamalai. • 9:30 AM - Reach Tiruvannamalai, known for the historic Annamalaiyar Temple, one of the oldest and most esteemed Shiva temples in South India, situated at the base of Annamalai Hill. Explore the temple grounds, featuring significant gopurams (temple towers), courtyards, and sanctums. Observe the ongoing rituals and ceremonies while your guide provides insights into the temple's history, mythology, and spiritual importance. • 11:00 AM - Visit the Ramana Maharshi Ashram at the foot of Annamalai Hill, dedicated to the revered sage Ramana Maharshi, a noted spiritual teacher and philosopher. Discover the ashram's tranquil atmosphere, while learning about Ramana Maharshi's life and teachings, as he is recognized as a spiritual figure in India. • 12:00 PM - Relish a traditional South Indian lunch at a local restaurant in Tiruvannamalai, where you can enjoy regional culinary delights. • 1:00 PM - Proceed to Arunachala Hill, a sacred site in Tiruvannamalai believed to be a manifestation of Lord Shiva. Devotees circumambulate the hill as part of their pilgrimage, referred to as Girivalam. Choose to either walk or drive around the hill while taking in the peaceful surroundings and spiritual ambiance. • 3:00 PM - Visit Skandashramam, a cave on Arunachala Hill where Ramana Maharshi engaged in deep meditation for many years. This cave is regarded as a sacred location and is frequented by those seeking spiritual peace. Take time to meditate or reflect in the tranquil setting that has attracted seekers from all over the world throughout history. • 4:00 PM - Spend some time exploring local markets and shops in Tiruvannamalai, where you can find distinctive handicrafts, traditional textiles, and various local goods. • 5:00 PM - Begin your return journey to Trichy, departing from Tiruvannamalai. 7:00 PM - Arrive back in Trichy and be dropped off at your hotel.