Rameshwaram Tour Packages

5 Best Places To Visit With Rameshwaram Tour Packages

There are a lot of places to visit in Rameshwaram and here is a list of a few that you can include in your tour.

1. Agnitheertham

What’s Special: Holy aura, mythological significance

Nearby Attractions: Jatayu Tirtham, Rameshwaram Temple, Sea World Aquarium, Water Bird Sanctuary, Nambu Nayagiamman Temple, Abdul Kalam House, Gandhamadhana Parvatham, Lakshmana Tirtham.

Timings: 5:00 am to 6:00 pm

Distance from the city: 1.6 km

Transportation Options: Bus, taxi, cab, auto

Located on the beachside of Sri Ramanathaswamy temple, this theertham is one of the most important ones in Rameshwaram. This place is visited by many tourists throughout the year and the place is known for its holy vibes and spiritual aura. The devotees visiting this place offer prayers to the deity and take a dip into the holy waters of the sacred bath. It is compulsory to take this holy bath before starting a journey to Rameshwaram.

2. Annai Indra Gandhi Road Bridge

What’s Special: Natural beauty, photography, beautiful views

Nearby Attractions: Dhanushkodi Temple and Beach, Kunthu Kal Beach, Kalam National Memorial, Jada Tirtham, Burial Place Of Abdul Kalam, Villoondi Tirtham, Nambu Nayagiamman Temple

Timings: Open through the day

Distance from the city: NA

Transportation Options: Cab, bus, taxi, auto

The longest bridge in Southern India, this bridge connects Rameshwaram to the mainland. The bridge is constructed over the bay and is approximately 7 km away from Rameshwaram. Known as a sacred place, the story of this place thus goes that Ram trenched the thirst of Sita by shooting an arrow in the place and retrieving cool water. The most convenient way of commutation, the bridge even today stands as strong as it was earlier and has left my engineers wondering.

3. Five-Faced Hanuman Temple

What’s Special: Architecture, pilgrim site, peaceful location

Nearby Attractions: Agni Teertham, Rameshwaram Lake, Annai Indira Gandhi Road Bridge, Santhiyagappar Church, Rama Temple, Adam’s bridge

Timings: 7:00 am to 1:00 pm and 3:00 pm to 6:00 pm

Distance from the city: NA

Transportation Options: Cab, bus, taxi, auto, bike

One of the popular structures in Rameshwaram, the five-faced Hanuman Temples is where Lord Hanuman revealed his five faces that were known to be of Lord Hanuman, Lord Adivaraha, Lord Narashima, Lord Hayagriva and Lord Garuda. This famous temple is situated 2 km away from the main city and consists of a statue of Hanuman with senthooram. It is also believed that the floating stones that were used to build the stone bridge, lie outside the temple.

4. Gandhamadhana Parvatham

What’s Special: Alluring sunrise and sunset views

Nearby Attractions: Agni Teertham, Rameshwaram Lake, Santhiyagappar Church, Adam’s Bridge, Dhanushkodi Beach, Annai Indira Gandhi Road Bridge, Rama Temple

Timings: 7:00 am to 1:00 pm, 3:00 pm to 6:00 pm

Distance from the city: 1.9 km

Transportation Options: Taxi, bus, cab, auto

Situated in the north-western part of Rameshwaram, Gandhamadhana Parvatham is famous as the best sunrise and sunset viewpoint in the city. It is believed that the footprints of Lord Rama still exist here and pilgrims from all over the world visit this place. You can also visit the nearby attractions while visiting this place like the Sugreeva temple and Theertham. The entire island of Rameswaram can be viewed from the hilltop. It is situated about 3 km from the Ramanathaswamy Temple.

5. Ariyaman Beach

What’s Special: Scenic beauty, water activities

Nearby Attractions: Sri Ramanathaswamy Temple, Annai Indira Gandhi Road Bridge, Santhiyagappar Church, Adam’s Bridge, Agni Teertham, Rameshwaram Lake

Timings: Open throughout the day

Distance from the city: 1.2 km

Transportation Options: Taxi, bus, cab, auto

Only 21 km from Rameshwaram, Ariyaman Beach is located in Palk Bay and is a beautiful place to spend some leisurely time on your vacation. Amidst the scenic beauty, you can also enjoy a picnic at the beautiful location. The gentle soothing waves, the clean surroundings and the lush greenery around will make you feel comfortable. You can also choose from a variety of water sports to treat your adrenaline rush. There is also an aquarium and a museum located quite nearby. If time permits tourists can spend a few moments there as well. For accommodation, you can find various cottages as well as dormitories which are located on the beach.

Best Time To Visit Rameshwaram

The best time to visit Rameshwaram is in its month of summer. Best months to visit here are from October to April and Rameshwaram experiences great number of tourists in this period as this is the time when the temperature is at its best for exploring and sightseeing in Kanyakumari. Weather is just perfect which adds a charm to the atmosphere of Rameshwaram when you are on a Rameshwaram city tour. Don’t miss this opportunity to explore this religious place with our holiday packages for Rameshwaram, and contact us to choose from a range of plans convenient for you and your family.

Summer (March to June)

Summers in Rameshwaram start in the month of April and lasts till the month of July. The average temperature ranges between 27 to 40 degree celsius. Since summer is a pilgrim season in Rameshwaram, travelers from all around the world visit this place during this time. The climate in summers is usually hot and afternoons are sunny.

Monsoon (July to October)

Monsoons arrive in the month of July and the temperature ranges from 28 to 35 degree celsius. Short but effective downpours can be experienced in the city during this season and monsoons is the best time to enjoy the beauty of the small city. The city is all bathed during this time and you can enjoy views of the lush green surroundings.

Winter (December to February)

Winters in Rameshwaram lasts from October and is also the peak season to visit the city. The temperature during these months drop to certain degrees and you may see the temperature ranging from 20 to 30 degree celsius. Chilly winds blow in this season and you can also take part in a lot of outdoor activities during this time. In December, Rameshwaram also hosts the festival of Arudra Darshanam which is essentially a festival that celebrates an aspect of Lord Shiva. This is said to be one of the most celebrated festivals amongst all the ones celebrated in Rameshwaram.

How To Reach Rameshwaram?

By Air

Rameshwaram does not have an airport of its own. The nearest airport to the destination is Madurai Airport that is almost 170 km away from the city centre. This distance can be covered via trains or local buses. You can also hire a taxi is you are looking for more comfort and privacy. From Madurai Airport, you can reach Rameshwaram in around 4 to 5 hours. Besides this, domestic airlines such as SpiceJet, Air India, and Jet Airways connect Rameshwaram to other domestic cities like Chennai, Bangalore, Dehradun, Goa, and Delhi.

By Train

Rameshwaram railway station is the only train station in the town that is well connected to cities within the southern states of India. Rameshwaram Express is one of the most popular trains among tourists. At the station, you can find numerous cabs to reach your destination.

By Bus

Since Rameshwaram has a bus stand of its own, it can be easily reached by bus from the major nearby cities like Kanyakumari, Chennai, Trichy, Madurai, and more. Tamil Nadu Road Transport Corporation offer frequent buses from the nearby cities to Rameshwaram. Besides this, there are also private operators offering sleeper, non-AC, and AC buses.