When planning a pilgrimage to Tirumala, choosing the right darshan option is one of the most important decisions. Every devotee dreams of having a peaceful, blessed, and seamless darshan of Lord Srinivasa (Sri Venkateswara Swamy). With multiple darshan categories introduced by TTD, pilgrims often get confused about which option suits them best—especially first-time visitors.
This guide explains everything about:
NRI DarshanSRIVANI Break DarshanInfant Darshan₹300 Special Entry DarshanFree Darshan details
And how you can travel easily from Chennai or Bangalore to Tirupati with Padmavathi Travels — a trusted name in Tirupati travels Chennai & Tirupati package from Bangalore.
Whether you prefer comfort, senior-friendly assistance, or a family-friendly package, we ensure your pilgrimage becomes divine and stress-free.
Why Choose a Tirupati Car Package Instead of Public Travel?
A Tirupati yatra becomes more meaningful when you're relaxed. That’s why most devotees prefer:
Chennai to Tirupati car rental package
Bangalore to Tirupati cab package
Instead of buses or crowded trains.
Benefits of booking a private cab:
Doorstep pickup & drop
Safe & comfortable travel
Your timing, no rush
Ideal for senior citizens, families & NRIs
Darshan support & temple navigation help
Our packages include:
Chennai to Tirupati car package
Cab booking from Chennai to Tirupati
Taxi from Chennai to Tirupati
Chennai to Tirupati cab booking
Car rental in Tirupati
Tirupati package with darshan
You can choose sedans, Innova Crysta, or tempo travelers.
Tirupati Darshan Types Explained
₹300 Special Entry Darshan (Most Preferred)
This is the most popular darshan. Slots open online.
Includes: ₹300 ticket + 2 laddus Good for: Families, daily visitors Availability: Online only Time taken: 2.5 – 5 hours (depends on crowd)
We assist with:
✅ Checking availability ✅ Booking slots (based on timing) ✅ Planning travel around darshan time
2️⃣ NRI Darshan (TTD NRI Entry)
Who is eligible?
NRIs with valid foreign passport (must be used within last 180 days)
Includes: Priority entry for NRI pilgrims Entry fee: Approx ₹300 per person Documents: Passport + recent foreign entry stamp
Benefits: Faster line, dedicated queue
📌 Weekends are crowded — plan on weekdays for best experience.
We assist NRIs with:
Airport pickup (if needed)
NRI Darshan TTD entry guidance
Comfortable car travel
Fresh-up and tonsure assistance
3️⃣ SRIVANI Break Darshan (VIP Darshan)
TTD’s SRIVANI Trust scheme grants a VIP Break Darshan.
✅ Donation: ~₹10,000 per person ✅ Ticket: ~₹500 per person ✅ Laddu: 2 per ticket
Why pilgrims choose it: Fastest darshan option where devotees get a closer view of the Lord.
We assist with:
SRIVANI donation guidance
Ticket procedure
Travel & darshan queue support
Note: Follow dress code strictly.
4️⃣ Infant Darshan (Free / Special Entry)
A beautiful blessing—infants under 1 year old get direct darshan entry!
✅ Baby + parents allowed ✅ No ticket required ✅ Best for new parents
We help with:
Fresh-up rooms
Milk / baby care space
Wheelchair support (if needed)
5️⃣ Free Darshan (Sarva Darshan)
For devotees with no ticket Wait time: 6–12 hours (peak days longer)
Many families choose paid darshan for convenience & senior comfort.
🚗 Chennai to Tirupati Itinerary (One Day)
| Time | Activity |
|---|---|
| 04:00 AM | Pickup from Chennai home/hotel |
| 07:30 AM | Reach Tirupati & fresh up |
| 08:00 AM | Visit Padmavathi Temple |
| 09:00 AM | Travel to Tirumala hills |
| 10:30 AM | Start Darshan (NRI / SRIVANI / ₹300 entry) |
| 01:30 PM | Collect Laddu Prasadam |
| 02:00 PM | Lunch break |
| 03:00 PM | Return to Chennai |
| 07:00 PM | Drop at your location |
Bonus visits: Silathoranam | Srivari Padalu | Kapila Theertham
🚗 Bangalore to Tirupati Itinerary (One Day)
| Time | Activity |
|---|---|
| 03:00 AM | Pickup from Bangalore |
| 07:30 AM | Fresh up & breakfast in Tirupati |
| 08:00 AM | Padmavathi Temple |
| 09:00 AM | Drive to Tirumala |
| 11:00 AM | Darshan |
| 02:30 PM | Lunch / laddu |
| 03:30 PM | Return to Bangalore |
| 09:00 PM | Drop |
💰 Package Pricing
| Vehicle | From Chennai | From Bangalore |
|---|---|---|
| Sedan (Etios/Dzire) | ₹6,500 – ₹7,500 | ₹10,500 – ₹12,000 |
| Innova | ₹10,500 – ₹12,500 | ₹14,500 – ₹16,000 |
| Crysta | ₹12,500 – ₹14,500 | ₹16,500 – ₹19,000 |
| Tempo Traveller | ₹15,500 – ₹22,500 | ₹20,000 – ₹30,000 |
✅ Car + Driver + Toll + Parking ❌ Darshan ticket cost extra (as per TTD)
Why Choose Padmavathi Travels
10+ years service
Trusted by thousands of families
Clean AC cars
Polite drivers
Fresh-up support
Tonsuring assistance
Temple queue guidance
FAQs
Is darshan ticket included?
Ticket support available based on slot availability.
Can you assist NRIs?
✅ Yes, NRI Darshan TTD assistance available.
Do you support infant darshan?
✅ Yes, full baby-friendly support.
Do you provide meals?
Stops arranged at good restaurants.
Can we start late?
Yes, flexible timing for private car packages.
📞 Book Your Tirupati Darshan Package
Padmavathi Travels 📱 Call / WhatsApp: 99627 17100 🌐 www.balajidarshanbooking.com
One call — blessed darshan guaranteed 🙏
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