5:00 AM – Departure from Chennai
Begin your spiritual journey early morning from Chennai in a comfortable air-conditioned vehicle. Enjoy a peaceful countryside drive towards the sacred town of Tiruvannamalai.
Arrival at Ramanashramam
Upon arrival, meet our Professional Guide and start visiting the serene Sri Ramanasramam, located at the foothills of Arunachala. The ashram was home to Ramana Maharshi, one of India’s greatest spiritual masters, who spent most of his life in Tiruvannamalai after attaining self-realization at a young age.
Explore the meditation halls, samadhi shrine, prayer areas, and peaceful surroundings while learning about the teachings of self-inquiry through the question “Who Am I?”. The calm and silent atmosphere of the ashram offers a deeply spiritual experience for seekers and devotees.
Trek towards Virupaksha Cave
Begin the spiritual uphill trek through the sacred slopes of Arunachala Hill. The trail passes through rocky pathways, shaded trees, natural springs, and peaceful forest surroundings while offering beautiful views of Tiruvannamalai town below.
Continue Trek to Skandashram
Further ascend towards Skandashram, a peaceful hilltop ashram surrounded by nature and silence. Ramana Maharshi stayed here with his devotees before moving down to the present Ramanashramam.
The peaceful environment, cool breeze, and spiritual atmosphere make Skandashram a perfect place for meditation and quiet reflection.
Hilltop View of Arunachaleswarar Temple
From the upper sections of Arunachala Hill, enjoy spectacular views of the grand Arulmigu Arunachaleswarar Temple and the surrounding town. The towering gopurams rising amidst the sacred landscape create a mesmerising spiritual sight and offer one of the best viewpoints in Tiruvannamalai.
Arunachaleswarar Temple Darshan
Descend from the hill and proceed for darshan at the famous Arunachaleswarar Temple, one of the largest and oldest Shiva temples in South India. Dedicated to Lord Arunachaleswara and Goddess Unnamalai Amman, the temple represents the Agni (Fire) element among the Pancha Bhoota Shiva temples.
Explore the majestic gopurams, thousand-pillared halls, sacred shrines, temple tanks, and ancient Dravidian architecture.
Visit to Swami Seshadri Swamigal Ashram
Later visit the peaceful Seshadri Swamigal Ashram located near Ramanashramam. Swami Seshadri was a highly revered saint known for his divine wisdom and spiritual powers. He played an important role in protecting young Ramana Maharshi during his early days in Tiruvannamalai.
Girivalam Road Drive Around Arunachala
Conclude the spiritual experience with a scenic road drive along the sacred Girivalam path surrounding Arunachala Hill. The 14-kilometer circumambulation route has been followed by saints and devotees for centuries as a powerful spiritual practice believed to purify the mind and bring inner peace.
After completing the Girivalam experience, begin the return journey to Chennai with unforgettable memories.
