South India Church Tour – 5n6d

St Mary's Church

On arrival Chennai International Airport, meet & greet by our representative then transfer to hotel. Later visit the famous churches including, St. Mary's Church (the oldest British building in India) - Built in 1679, this was the first Anglican Church which was built by the East India Company in India. There are different treasure items which visitors of this church can see in the church along with the mind-blowing interior.

30 Minutes • Admission Ticket Free

St. Thomas Mount National Shrine

This church was constructed in the memory of Thomas who was Jesus Christ Apostle. It is believed that the legend used to pray and preach at this location and thus the place is considered as Holy and pure by the people.

30 Minutes • Admission Ticket Free

San Thome Church

Initially, this church was erected by the Portuguese traders in the 16th century and rebuilt by the Britishers in 1893. As per the Christian mythology, St Thomas - one of the 12 disciplines of Jesus Christ, visited the place in 52 A.D and stayed till 72 A.D which makes the church an important place for the devotees.

30 Minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Annai Vailankanni Church

This church is one of the major attractions of Chennai which is located on Eliot’s beach. Although the church is smaller in size, it never fails to impress its visitors with its beauty and peaceful environment. It is dedicated to Madonna- who is considered as the Lady of Health for the Christians. Evening go to Eliot's beach and have dinner at restaurants nearby beach.

2 Hours • Admission Ticket Free

Mahabalipuram

After breakfast proceed to Mamallapuram, one of the world heritage site for stone temple. Upon arrival visit the world heritage site of Mahabalipuram or Mamallapuram famous for rock bas reliefs and sculptures. The Krishna’s Butter Ball is a massive boulder balanced on a small hill, fascinating Shore Temple (Belongs to 8th Century AD), Pancha Pandava Rathas, Tiger cave & etc are located nearby. Evening go for Tiger cave/Mahabalipuram beach and then return back to hotel.

6 Hours • Admission Ticket Free

The Basilica of the Sacred Heart of Jesus

After the breakfast proceed to Pondicherry, A former French colony, now a great tourist attraction. Upon arrival visit the Basilica of the Sacred Heart of Jesus, established by the French missionaries in the 18th century. In recent years, the church has become one of the famous pilgrimage spot for Christians in Pondicherry.

30 Minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Church Of Our Lady Of Good Health

Then to The Church of Our Lady of Angels is prominent for its masonry, which used the finest of limestone mixed with white of the egg and gave it a rich texture identical to that of a white marble.

30 Minutes • Admission Ticket Free

La Boutique D'Auroville

The next attraction to be experienced during the territory’s tour is the visit to Auroville, the township established by the mother for harmonious living. Then check into the hotel.

30 Minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Rock Beach

Enjoy the evening in Rock beach, bordered by a street with restaurants, this scenic, rocky beach draws crowds during the evening.

2 Hours • Admission Ticket Free

Basilica of Our Lady of Good Health

After breakfast proceed to Velankanni. on arrival visit Shrine Basilica of our Lady of Health, the principal shrine at Velankanni. This is the place of our Lady’s apparitions and is famed for the three miracles performed by the lady of good health, also visit Museum & Beach. Then check into the hotel.

4 Hours • Admission Ticket Free

Poondi Madha Church

After breakfast proceed to Trichy. En-route visit Poondi Matha Church(Our Lady of Lourdes Basilica).

30 Minutes • Admission Ticket Free

St. Joseph's Church

Upon arrival trichy, visit St .Joseph's Church.

30 Minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Then visit Our Lady of Lourdes Church, Trichy. Then check into the hotel. Then free and easy or at leisure.

30 Minutes • Admission Ticket Free

After breakfast free and easy for shopping, until transfer to Trichy airport for your onward journey and end of church tour with unforgettable memories.

8 Hours • Admission Ticket Free