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Chennai to Thiruvannamalai Girivalam & Arunachaleswarar Cab Package

Kalidass Travels - Chennai to Thiruvannamalai Girivalam & Arunachaleswarar Cab Package
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Doorstep Chennai to Thiruvannamalai round-trip car package. Covers Lord Arunachaleswarar darshan and 14 km Girivalam. Available as a daytime return trip or overnight Pournami package with car standby for families and seniors.

Pickup Location

Doorstep Chennai

Trip Duration

1 Day

Tolls & Permits

100% Included

Instant Booking

Instant WhatsApp

Transparent Pricing • All Tolls Included

Thiruvannamalai Girivalam Tariff & Package Rates

Fixed round-trip rates with doorstep pickup, sanitized dual AC cars, FASTag tolls, and driver allowance.

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Best Value Sedan 4 Devotees

Swift Dzire / Toyota Etios

Doorstep Pickup & Return • Chilled Dual AC

Swift Dzire / Toyota Etios cab rental - Kalidass Travels
Round-Trip Flat Cost ₹6,500
Fuel, FASTag Tolls, Border Permit & Driver Bata Included
Clean AC Sedan • Fuel, Tolls & Driver Bata Included
Family Favorite 6 Devotees

Maruti Ertiga / XL6 (SUV)

Doorstep Pickup & Return • Chilled Dual AC

Maruti Ertiga / XL6 (SUV) cab rental - Kalidass Travels
Round-Trip Flat Cost ₹7,900
Fuel, FASTag Tolls, Border Permit & Driver Bata Included
Comfortable AC 6-Seater • Fuel, Tolls & Driver Bata Included
Comfort MUV 7 Devotees

Toyota Innova

Doorstep Pickup & Return • Chilled Dual AC

Toyota Innova cab rental - Kalidass Travels
Round-Trip Flat Cost ₹9,300
Fuel, FASTag Tolls, Border Permit & Driver Bata Included
Spacious AC MUV • Fuel, Tolls & Driver Bata Included
Executive Luxury 7 Devotees

Toyota Innova Crysta

Doorstep Pickup & Return • Chilled Dual AC

Toyota Innova Crysta cab rental - Kalidass Travels
Round-Trip Flat Cost ₹11,100
Fuel, FASTag Tolls, Border Permit & Driver Bata Included
Executive MPV • Fuel, Tolls & Driver Bata Included
Group Coach 12 Devotees

12-Seater Tempo Traveller

Doorstep Pickup & Return • Chilled Dual AC

12-Seater Tempo Traveller cab rental - Kalidass Travels
Round-Trip Flat Cost ₹13,500
Fuel, FASTag Tolls, Border Permit & Driver Bata Included
Family Coach • Fuel, Tolls & Driver Bata Included
Flat round-trip fare includes car, fuel, highway tolls, and driver allowance (Bata). Zero night surge charges on Pournami days.

100% Included In Total Fare

  • Doorstep pickup & drop anywhere in Chennai
  • All highway tolls & driver bata included
  • Experienced night-route driver for overnight Pournami trips
  • Car standby along Girivalam road access points for senior citizens

Package Exclusions (Not Included)

  • Special darshan entry tickets
  • Food and personal expenses

Thiruvannamalai Girivalam Route Schedule & Key Stops

Optimized timeline designed to ensure timely darshan entry

1 Day (Daytime) or Overnight Pournami Package
1

Chennai Departure

06:00 AM for day trips OR 02:00 PM for overnight Pournami trips.

2

Tindivanam / Gingee

Breakfast or evening coffee halt along the highway.

3

Arunachaleswarar Temple

Darshan at the sacred Agni Sthalam Shiva temple.

4

14 km Girivalam Path

Girivalam walk around Mount Arunachala with car standby at key junctions.

5

Ramana Maharshi Ashram

Quiet meditation and visit to Sri Ramana Ashram.

6

Chennai Return

Safe return drop back at your doorstep in Chennai.

Thiruvannamalai Girivalam Travel Guide & Pilgrimage Information

Essential darshan timings, dress code regulations & practical pilgrim tips

Route & Distance Summary

• Distance: ~195 km from Chennai (approx. 4 to 4.5 hours driving time via Tindivanam). • Route: Chennai → GST Road → Tindivanam → Gingee → Thiruvannamalai. • Options: Same-day daytime darshan or overnight Pournami Girivalam with car standby.

Darshan Timings & Guidelines

Temple open 05:30 AM – 12:30 PM & 03:30 PM – 09:30 PM. (On Pournami days, temple remains open longer).

Devotee Traditional Dress Code

Mandatory Temple Entry Attire Policy

Mandatory

Strict Traditional Attire Mandatory:

Men's Attire
Allowed: Dhoti or Kurta Pyjama
Prohibited: Jeans, shorts prohibited
Women's Attire
Allowed: Saree, Half-saree, or Chudidhar with Dupatta.
Prohibited: Jeans, leggings, western wear strictly prohibited
Strict Enforcement: Traditional attire is mandatory across major South Indian shrines. Devotees in western outfits, shorts, or modern t-shirts will be stopped at entrance gopurams and denied inner sanctum entry.
Help & Queries

Thiruvannamalai Girivalam FAQs & Booking Information

Instant answers to common booking, darshan timings & permit queries

Can the car stay on standby while we walk the 14 km Girivalam? expand_more

Yes! The vehicle and driver remain on standby in Thiruvannamalai throughout your Girivalam to assist family and senior citizens.

Are there extra night charges for overnight Pournami trips? expand_more

No. Our flat rate is all-inclusive with zero surprise night fees.

How long is the Thiruvannamalai Girivalam path and does the driver wait during Girivalam? expand_more

The sacred Girivalam path around Arunachala Hill is approximately 14 kilometers, taking 3.5 to 5 hours on foot. Our cab and chauffeur remain on dedicated standby at an agreed meeting point throughout your walk.

What are the Pournami Girivalam traffic and parking arrangements? expand_more

During full moon (Pournami), outer ring road diversions and temporary parking zones are enforced by district police. Our experienced drivers know designated pilgrim parking areas and coordinate mobile pickup smoothly.

What is the round-trip cab package fare from Chennai to Thiruvannamalai? expand_more

Fixed package fares start from ₹6,500 for Swift Dzire/Etios, ₹8,200 for Ertiga, and ₹10,000 for Innova Crysta, covering Chennai-to-Thiruvannamalai round trip (~400 km), highway tolls, fuel, and driver bata.

Ready to Book Chennai to Thiruvannamalai Girivalam & Arunachaleswarar Cab Package?

Reserve your sanitized AC car with an experienced pilgrimage chauffeur. Zero advance deposit required — pay upon boarding or trip completion.