Chennai to Tiruvannamalai by Urbania
Arunachaleswarar Temple and the sacred Arunachala hill draw lakhs for Girivalam every full moon. Our Urbanias run overnight Girivalam specials and relaxed day darshans alike.
A glimpse from our recent trips across this route.
01The Route
Getting there
Via NH48 to Kanchipuram then SH115 — comfortable highway plus rural Tamil Nadu scenery.
Top highlights
- Arunachaleswarar Temple
- Girivalam — 14 km circumambulation path
- Sri Ramana Maharshi Ashram
- Skandashramam & Virupaksha Cave
- Sathanur Dam (nearby)
02Suggested Itinerary
The 1-day plan we recommend
A starting point — swap halts, add temples, extend a day.
Early start from Chennai, breakfast en route
Morning: Arunachaleswarar Temple darshan across the vast temple complex
Afternoon: Ramana Ashram, lunch, optional cave trek
Evening: full-moon nights — Girivalam walk while your van shadows the route; otherwise return to Chennai
On Pournami (full moon) nights demand spikes — book your Urbania at least a week ahead for Girivalam.
03Fare Estimate
Chennai to Tiruvannamalai — all five variants
Estimates at minimum billing. Final quote in writing before you pay.
| Urbania variant | Seats | Rate | Billed kms* | Estimated fare |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Deluxe Urbania | 12 / 14 / 16 Seater | ₹38/km | 390 km | ₹14,820 |
| Premium Urbania | 12 / 15 Seater | ₹45/km | 390 km | ₹17,550 |
| Luxury Urbania | 9 / 10 Seater | ₹55/km | 390 km | ₹21,450 |
| Luxury Urbania — Massage Seats | 9 / 10 Seater | ₹60/km | 390 km | ₹23,400 |
| Ultra Luxury Urbania | 8 / 9 Seater | ₹65/km | 390 km | ₹25,350 |
*Billed kilometres = actual round-trip distance or 300 km × 1 day, whichever is higher (≈390 km round trip). Driver bata, toll, parking and permits extra at actuals. Final quote shared in writing before booking.
04Nearby Routes