Route: Chennai – Velankanni – Trichy – Kanyakumari – Kerala – Mangalore – Goa
Experience an extensive spiritual journey with our Grand South India Christian Pilgrimage Tour – 12 Nights / 13 Days, covering major Christian pilgrimage destinations across Tamil Nadu, Kerala, Karnataka and Goa. Travel from Chennai’s St. Thomas heritage sites to Velankanni, Trichy and Kanyakumari before exploring Kerala’s historic Christian centres. Continue through Mangalore and conclude among the celebrated churches of Old Goa. This 13 Days South India Christian pilgrimage package combines faith, history, architecture and regional culture. It is especially suitable for parish groups, Christian families, senior citizen groups and international pilgrims.
Tour Highlights
- San Thome Basilica
- St. Thomas Mount & Little Mount
- Velankanni Basilica
- Trichy Christian churches
- Kanyakumari Christian pilgrimage
- Kerala Christian heritage
- Malayattoor
- Bharananganam
- St. Thomas Kerala heritage sites
- Mangalore churches
- St. Aloysius Chapel
- Basilica of Bom Jesus
- Sé Cathedral
- Panjim churches
- Four-state South India Christian pilgrimage
Itinerary
On arrival at Chennai International Airport / Railway Station, our representative will warmly welcome you to your Grand South India Christian Pilgrimage Tour. Transfer to the hotel and relax after your journey. Depending on arrival time, enjoy a short Christian heritage visit or spend the evening at leisure. Our team will assist with the upcoming pilgrimage schedule covering Tamil Nadu, Kerala, Karnataka and Goa. Spend some peaceful time in prayer before beginning the full journey. Overnight stay in Chennai.
After breakfast, explore Chennai’s important Christian pilgrimage attractions. Visit San Thome Basilica, Little Mount and St. Thomas Mount, associated with traditions surrounding St. Thomas the Apostle. Spend time in prayer and reflection while discovering Chennai’s Christian history. Additional historic churches may be included depending on available time. Enjoy a comfortable pilgrimage schedule suitable for families and groups. Overnight stay in Chennai.
After breakfast, check out and proceed towards Velankanni, one of India’s most visited Christian pilgrimage destinations. Enjoy the scenic journey through Tamil Nadu before arriving and checking into your hotel. Later, visit the Basilica of Our Lady of Good Health and explore the shrine complex. Spend the evening in prayer or attend religious services according to the available schedule. Enjoy the peaceful pilgrimage atmosphere. Overnight stay in Velankanni.
After breakfast, spend additional time at Velankanni for prayer, Mass and visits within the pilgrimage complex. Later, check out and proceed towards Trichy. Enjoy the road journey through Tamil Nadu and arrive at your hotel by evening. Depending on available time, visit a selected Christian church in Trichy. The evening can be kept free for prayer and relaxation. Overnight stay in Trichy.
After breakfast, check out and proceed towards Kanyakumari, travelling through the landscapes of southern Tamil Nadu. On arrival, check in to your hotel and relax. Depending on available time, visit selected Christian pilgrimage attractions including Our Lady of Ransom Church. Enjoy the coastal atmosphere of India’s southern tip. Spend the evening at leisure or prayer. Overnight stay in Kanyakumari.
After breakfast, enjoy a short Kanyakumari experience before beginning your journey towards Kerala. Cross from Tamil Nadu into Kerala as the Grand South India Christian Pilgrimage Tour continues into another important region of Indian Christianity. On arrival, check in to the hotel and relax. Depending on available time, visit a nearby church or Christian heritage attraction. Spend the evening at leisure. Overnight stay in Kerala.
After breakfast, proceed towards Malayattoor, an important Christian pilgrimage destination associated with St. Thomas tradition. Spend time in prayer and explore the pilgrimage surroundings according to accessibility. Continue to selected Christian heritage churches according to the planned route. Enjoy Kerala’s scenic countryside while travelling between pilgrimage sites. The day provides a combination of spirituality and cultural discovery. Overnight stay in Kerala.
After breakfast, proceed to Bharananganam, associated with St. Alphonsa, and spend peaceful time at the pilgrimage centre. Continue exploring selected Kerala Christian heritage churches depending on available time. The day allows travellers to experience Kerala’s distinctive Christian traditions and religious history. Spend time in personal prayer and reflection during the visits. Later, proceed to your designated hotel. Overnight stay in Kerala.
After breakfast, continue exploring selected St. Thomas Christian heritage sites in Kerala. Depending on the finalized route, visits can include important historic churches connected with Kerala’s ancient Christian traditions. Enjoy a relaxed pilgrimage schedule with sufficient time for prayer and heritage exploration. Learn about the development of Christianity along Kerala’s historic coastal communities. Complete the day’s visits before returning to the hotel. Overnight stay in Kerala.
After breakfast, check out and proceed towards Mangalore in coastal Karnataka. Enjoy a scenic inter-state journey before arriving at your hotel. Depending on available time, visit a nearby church or relax after the journey. Mangalore’s Christian heritage forms another important chapter of this South India church tour package. Spend the evening at leisure and prepare for the next day’s sightseeing. Overnight stay in Mangalore.
After breakfast, visit St. Aloysius Chapel, Milagres Church and Rosario Cathedral, subject to the finalized sightseeing schedule. Spend time appreciating Mangalore’s Christian heritage and religious architecture. Later, continue your journey towards Goa along the western coast. On arrival in Goa, check in to the hotel and relax. The evening is free for leisure or prayer. Overnight stay in Goa.
After breakfast, enjoy a full-day Old Goa Christian Pilgrimage Tour covering the Basilica of Bom Jesus, Sé Cathedral and Church of St. Francis of Assisi. Spend time in prayer and explore the historic Christian architecture of Old Goa. Continue to selected Panjim churches according to available time. The day provides a fitting spiritual finale to the pilgrimage across South India. Enjoy your final evening with the group. Overnight stay in Goa.
After breakfast, check out from your hotel and spend the final moments reflecting on your memorable Grand South India Christian Pilgrimage Tour. Depending on your flight or train schedule, enjoy a final church visit or shopping stop before proceeding to Goa Airport / Railway Station. Your 13-day spiritual journey concludes after travelling through Chennai, Velankanni, Trichy, Kanyakumari, Kerala, Mangalore and Goa. Thank you for choosing Jolly Holidays for your South India Christian pilgrimage. We wish you, your family and your pilgrimage group a safe, peaceful and blessed journey home.
Inclusions/Exclusions
Inclusions
- 12 nights hotel accommodation
- Daily breakfast
- Private sightseeing vehicle
- Intercity transfers as per itinerary
- Airport / railway station transfers
- Christian pilgrimage sightseeing
- Tamil Nadu pilgrimage circuit
- Kerala Christian pilgrimage circuit
- Mangalore church sightseeing
- Goa Christian heritage sightseeing
- Driver allowance
- Toll and parking charges
Exclusions
- Flight and train tickets unless specified
- Lunch and dinner unless mentioned
- Church / monument entry charges where applicable
- Local guide charges
- Travel insurance
- Personal expenses
- Special Mass arrangements
- Donations and offerings
- Porter charges
- Any activity or service not mentioned under inclusions
Terms and Conditions
Booking Policy
- Minimum 50% advance payment is required to confirm the booking.
- Full payment must be completed 15 days before travel date.
- Booking is subject to availability of flights, hotels, and tours.
Cancellation Policy
- 30 days before travel: Cancellation charge 10% of package cost
- 15–29 days before travel: Cancellation charge 30%
- 7–14 days before travel: Cancellation charge 50%
- Less than 7 days / No show: 100% cancellation charges
Flight / Train – Schedule Changes
- Flight/Train timings may change depending on airline schedules.
- The agency is not responsible for airline delays, rescheduling, or cancellations.
Hotel Policy
- Standard check-in time: 14:00 hrs
- Check-out time: 12:00 hrs
- Early check-in and late check-out are subject to hotel availability.
Tour & Transfers
- All sightseeing tours operate on shared (SIC) or private basis as mentioned in the itinerary.
- Missed tours due to late arrival or personal reasons are non-refundable.
Responsibility
- The travel agency acts only as a service facilitator for airlines, hotels, and transport providers.
- The company is not responsible for accidents, natural disasters, or political issues during the tour.
Price Changes
- Tour price may change due to currency fluctuations, fuel surcharge, or government taxes.
Behaviour Policy
- Travelers must follow the local laws and regulations of India during the tour.
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Frequently Asked Questions
The best time for Grand South India Christian Pilgrimage Tour should be selected according to church schedules, weather preferences and group travel requirements. The source does not prescribe one mandatory summer or winter season. Because the itinerary covers four states over thirteen days, comfortable intercity travel conditions are important. Parish and international groups should plan well in advance.
Yes, a South India Christian Pilgrimage during summer can be arranged according to preferred travel dates. The package uses private sightseeing and intercity transportation according to the itinerary. Travellers should consider the different climates encountered across Tamil Nadu, Kerala, Karnataka and Goa. Church schedules should also be checked before finalizing the programme.
A South India Christian Tour during winter can also be planned according to availability. The source does not identify winter as compulsory. The 13-day duration provides time for major pilgrimage centres and inter-state travel. Advance hotel and vehicle reservations are advisable for large church groups.
The package covers Tamil Nadu, Kerala, Karnataka and Goa. Major destinations include Chennai, Velankanni, Trichy, Kanyakumari, Kerala Christian centres, Mangalore and Old Goa. The itinerary combines St. Thomas heritage, Marian pilgrimage, St. Alphonsa pilgrimage and historic Christian churches. It is the most comprehensive package in the attached file.
Yes, Velankanni Basilica and shrine complex are major highlights on Days 3 and 4. Travellers can spend time in prayer, attend religious services according to available schedules and explore the pilgrimage complex. The itinerary then continues towards Trichy.
Yes, Day 5 travels to Kanyakumari, where selected Christian pilgrimage attractions can include Our Lady of Ransom Church. Travellers also experience the coastal atmosphere of India's southern tip. The following day continues towards Kerala. The exact sightseeing depends on available time.
The Kerala section includes Malayattoor, Bharananganam and selected St. Thomas Christian heritage sites. Travellers experience traditions associated in the itinerary with St. Thomas and St. Alphonsa. Selected historic churches can be included according to the finalized route. Three days are devoted to Kerala Christian pilgrimage experiences.
Yes, the pilgrimage continues through Mangalore and Goa. Mangalore sightseeing can include St. Aloysius Chapel, Milagres Church and Rosario Cathedral. Old Goa includes Basilica of Bom Jesus, Sé Cathedral and Church of St. Francis of Assisi. Panjim churches may also be included according to time.
Yes, the source specifically describes the package as suitable for parish groups, Christian families, senior citizen groups and international pilgrims. Twelve nights' accommodation provide overnight rest across the four-state circuit. The itinerary is extensive, so individual travel and mobility requirements should be assessed. Private transportation simplifies the intercity journey.
The package includes 12 nights' accommodation, daily breakfast, private sightseeing vehicle and intercity transfers as per itinerary. Airport/railway transfers and Christian pilgrimage sightseeing across Tamil Nadu, Kerala, Mangalore and Goa are included. Driver allowance, toll and parking are covered. Flights/trains, other meals, special Mass arrangements, guides, donations and personal expenses are excluded.
Things to Do – Grand South India Christian Pilgrimage Tour
1. Complete the Chennai St. Thomas Pilgrimage
Begin the Grand South India Christian Pilgrimage Tour with Chennai’s St. Thomas heritage. Visit San Thome Basilica, Little Mount and St. Thomas Mount according to the itinerary. Spend time in prayer and reflection at these important Christian destinations. Learn about local traditions surrounding St. Thomas the Apostle. Chennai provides a meaningful beginning to the 13 Days South India Christian Tour.
2. Pray at Velankanni Basilica
Travel to Velankanni Basilica of Our Lady of Good Health after completing the Chennai programme. Explore the shrine complex and spend peaceful time in personal prayer. Attend religious services according to the available schedule. Enjoy additional pilgrimage time the following morning before leaving for Trichy. Velankanni is one of the major spiritual highlights of the complete journey.
3. Explore Trichy Christian Heritage
Continue the pilgrimage towards Trichy Christian churches. Depending on arrival time, visit a selected church and spend the evening in prayer. Enjoy the Tamil Nadu road journey from Velankanni to Trichy. Use the overnight stay as a comfortable transition towards Kanyakumari. Trichy adds another regional Christian heritage experience to the itinerary.
4. Experience Kanyakumari Christian Pilgrimage
Travel to Kanyakumari and visit selected Christian pilgrimage attractions according to available time. The itinerary specifically mentions Our Lady of Ransom Church as a possible visit. Enjoy the distinctive coastal atmosphere of India’s southern tip. Spend the evening in prayer or leisure. Kanyakumari adds an important coastal Christian experience to the Grand South India pilgrimage.
5. Make a Pilgrimage to Malayattoor
Continue into Kerala and visit Malayattoor, associated in the itinerary with St. Thomas tradition. Spend peaceful time in prayer while exploring the pilgrimage surroundings. Enjoy Kerala’s scenic countryside during the road journey. Selected Christian heritage churches can be included according to the planned route. Malayattoor is a major Kerala highlight of the thirteen-day pilgrimage.
6. Visit Bharananganam
Travel to Bharananganam for a pilgrimage associated with St. Alphonsa. Spend peaceful time at the pilgrimage centre in prayer and reflection. Continue exploring selected Kerala Christian heritage churches according to available time. Experience Kerala’s distinctive Christian traditions and beautiful landscapes. Bharananganam provides an important St. Alphonsa pilgrimage experience.
7. Explore Kerala St. Thomas Heritage
Dedicate Day 9 to selected St. Thomas Christian heritage sites in Kerala. Visit historic churches connected in the itinerary with Kerala’s ancient Christian traditions. Enjoy sufficient time for prayer and heritage exploration. Learn about Christianity among Kerala’s historic coastal communities as described by the source. This dedicated day provides deeper insight into the Kerala Christian Heritage Circuit.
8. Explore Mangalore Christian Churches
Travel into coastal Karnataka and visit St. Aloysius Chapel, Milagres Church and Rosario Cathedral according to the finalized sightseeing schedule. Spend time appreciating Mangalore’s Christian heritage and religious architecture. Enjoy personal prayer at the selected churches. Continue along the western coast towards Goa. Mangalore adds a third distinctive regional tradition to the pilgrimage.
9. Complete the Old Goa Christian Pilgrimage
Spend Day 12 on a full Old Goa Christian Pilgrimage Tour. Visit Basilica of Bom Jesus, Sé Cathedral and Church of St. Francis of Assisi. Spend time in prayer while exploring historic Christian architecture. Continue to selected Panjim churches when available time permits. Old Goa provides a fitting spiritual finale to the four-state Christian journey.
10. Experience a Four-State Christian Pilgrimage
Travel through Tamil Nadu, Kerala, Karnataka and Goa on one comprehensive South India Christian pilgrimage. Experience St. Thomas traditions, Velankanni’s Marian pilgrimage, St. Alphonsa pilgrimage, Mangalore churches and Goa’s celebrated Christian architecture. Observe different landscapes, cultures and Christian traditions throughout thirteen days. Enjoy prayer and heritage experiences across multiple destinations. This four-state journey is the defining experience of the Grand South India Christian Pilgrimage Package.
About this Tour – Grand South India Christian Pilgrimage Tour
The Grand South India Christian Pilgrimage Tour – 12 Nights / 13 Days is the most extensive Christian pilgrimage itinerary in the attached package collection. Travelling through Tamil Nadu, Kerala, Karnataka and Goa, the journey connects Chennai, Velankanni, Trichy, Kanyakumari, Kerala’s Christian pilgrimage centres, Mangalore and Old Goa. It is designed especially for parish groups, Christian families, senior citizen groups and international pilgrims.
The journey begins with Chennai’s St. Thomas Christian heritage, including San Thome Basilica, Little Mount and St. Thomas Mount. Travellers then continue to Velankanni, where the Basilica of Our Lady of Good Health and shrine complex provide opportunities for prayer and religious services according to available schedules. Trichy and Kanyakumari extend the Tamil Nadu pilgrimage before the route enters Kerala.
The Kerala section is particularly comprehensive. Guests visit Malayattoor, associated in the itinerary with St. Thomas tradition, and Bharananganam, associated with St. Alphonsa. A further day explores selected St. Thomas Christian heritage churches and historic Christian communities according to the finalized route.
The pilgrimage then proceeds to Mangalore, where sightseeing can include St. Aloysius Chapel, Milagres Church and Rosario Cathedral. From coastal Karnataka, the journey continues north towards Goa. The final full pilgrimage day covers Basilica of Bom Jesus, Sé Cathedral and Church of St. Francis of Assisi, with selected Panjim churches according to available time.
Twelve nights’ accommodation, daily breakfast, private sightseeing transportation, intercity transfers and pilgrimage sightseeing are included. Flights, trains, special Mass arrangements, donations, guides and personal expenses remain excluded. For travellers seeking a 13 Days Grand South India Christian Pilgrimage Tour, this itinerary offers a remarkable four-state combination of faith, Christian history, religious architecture, regional culture and scenic South India travel.