Tirupati Packages From Chennai

Tirupati Tour From Chennai

Visiting the famous Tirupati temple is a dream come true for many in India. If you too want to seek blessings from Lord Venkateswara, you can book a Tirupati Package from Chennai online. Choose from wide range of packages for a memorable stay in the temple town. When it comes to the best Tirupati Package from Chennai, you opt for a one day Tirupati tour package from Chennai or a multi-day Tirupati tour package. There are multiple other landmarks that are worth visiting and you should ideally keep 3-4 days for your visit. 

Here is a sample itinerary for a best Tirupati package from Chennai that you may find useful: 

• Day 1- Arrive in Tirupati from Chennai. Check-in at your hotel and get ready to visit the Sri Venkateswara Swamy Temple. You can explore the Rock Garden and go shopping at the Tirumala Tirupati Market if you have time in the evening. Return toyour hotel and get some rest. 
• Day 2- Keep this day for other attractions as a part of your chosen Tirupati Darshan package from Chennai. Start with the Kapila Theertham after breakfast, covering the Zoological Park, Tirumala Hills, Akasaganga Teertham and Talakona Waterfall in succession. Return to your hotel and spend the evening at leisure. 
• Day 3- You can add an excursion to Horsley Hills as a part of your Tirupati trip package. Go on a day trip to this beautiful destination which is roughly 70 kilometres away from Tirupati. You can also visit the Horsley Hills Zoo, Kaigal Falls, Gangotri Lake, Kalayani and the Mallamma Temple. 
• Day 4- Check out from the hotel and drive back to Chennai. 
  
  

About Tirupati Balaji Temple 

The Tirupati Balaji Temple is the key attraction in any Tirupati Package from Chennai. Hindu scriptures call this the earthly location of Lord Vishnu and it is one of the most popular temples in the world, attracting lakhs of devotees every year. For Venkateswara’s marriage to Lakshmi in the form of Padmavati, Kuber gave them a huge sum of money for the ceremony. The Lord stayed on the Tirumala hills thereafter, with a grand temple being built at the spot. Legends say that the Lord is still repaying Kuber’s loan and hence devotees donate gold and lots of money at the temple. 

Guides & Tips for Visiting Tirupati Balaji Temple

Knowing more about the Tirupati Balaji Temple is a must after you book any Chennai to Tirupati package. Here are some points worth noting: 

• Sarva Darshan is free for everyone and you have to wait in the Vaikuntham Queue Complex II. 18 hours are usually allotted for the same, while it increases to 20 hours on peak days. 
• The Special Entry Darshan or Seeghra Darshan costs ₹300 per pilgrim with a single Laddu given free of cost. Bookings can be done in advance throughout the year. 

The timings of the temple are as follows: 

• Sarva Darshan- 08:30 AM-12:00 AM
• Divya Darshan (Footpath Darshan)- 08:30 AM-12:00 AM
• Senior Citizen Darshan- 10:00 AM-03:00 PM
• NRI Darshan- 12:00 PM-06:00 PM
• Special Entry Darshan- 10:00 AM-05:00 PM
• Donors Darshan- 12:00 PM-06:00 PM

Keep these pointers in mind while planning Tirupati Chennai package and Darshan at the temple. 

How to Reach Tirupati from Chennai 

The best part about booking a Chennai to Tirupati Darshan package is that you can enjoy hassle-free transportation. The two cities are only 133 kilometres away from each other and well-connected through the National Highway 716A. You can cover this distance via car or buses in a little more than 3 hours. Many tourists also choose train travel while booking their Tirupati Package from Chennai. In this case, the journey only takes 3-3.5 hours on average. 

Other Sightseeing Places in Tirupati

Along with the Tirupati Balaji Temple, you can also include many other attractions in your itinerary while booking a Chennai to Tirupati package. Here are some of them: 

• Tirumala Venkateshwara Temple- The famous temple is a must-visit for its architectural magnificence and the iconic gold-plated Vimanam. This is the tower that contains the main idol. You should not miss paying a visit to Tirumala as a part of your Tirupati trip from Chennai. 
  
  
• Silathoranam- A charming formation of natural rocks, it looks like a discus, conch and serpent hood. The appearance is similar to Adishesha, the supporting nether of Vishnu. 
  
  
• Kapilateertham- It is one of the Shaivite temples in the region, located amidst the Tirumala foothills. It also has a water tank where devotees bathe before entering the Lord Venkateswara Temple. 
  
  
• Govindaraja Swamy Temple- This temple is famous for its Gaali Gopuram which can be viewed from a distance. The temple complex also contains idols of several other deities. Brahmotsavam is celebrated in grand fashion in May-June every year.