From Chennai to Tirumala Your Complete NRI VIP Darshan Booking Guide

For NRIs and foreign nationals, visiting Tirumala to seek the blessings of Lord Venkateswara is often a once-in-a-lifetime spiritual journey. However, the massive crowds and long waiting hours can make it challenging to get a peaceful darshan. That’s where the NRI VIP Darshan facility comes in—designed for foreigners and NRIs to experience a hassle-free, priority entry to the sanctum.

If you’re traveling from Chennai, here’s your complete 2025 guide to booking and enjoying an NRI Darshan in Tirupati.

 

🌏 Who Can Avail NRI/Foreigner Darshan?

• NRIs with a valid foreign passport
• OCI/PIO card holders
• Foreign nationals visiting India on a valid visa
  You must present original passport or OCI card with immigration stamps at the verification counter.

Vehicle Type	Price (₹)	Inclusions
Etios / Sedan	7,500	AC car, driver, tolls, fuel
Innova	10,000	Spacious AC SUV, driver, tolls, fuel
Innova Crysta	11,500	Premium AC SUV, driver, tolls, fuel

✅ Package Includes:

• Pickup from Chennai (hotel/home/airport)
• Visit to Padmavathi Temple at Alamelu Mangapuram
• NRI VIP Darshan at Tirumala
• Tirupati Prasadam
• Drop back to Chennai the same day

⏳ Trip Duration: One-day round trip (approx. 12–14 hours)

🎫 NRI Darshan Ticket Information

• Ticket Price: ₹300 per person (paid directly at TTD counter in Tirumala)
• Children below 12 years: Free entry (carry age proof)
• Advance Booking: Not available — tickets are issued on the spot after document verification.

 

📜 Step-by-Step Process for NRI Darshan from Chennai

1. Plan Your Date & Vehicle
   Choose your preferred date and vehicle type. Early morning departures (around 5 AM) are recommended.
2. Pickup from Chennai
   Our driver will pick you up from your location and drive you to Tirupati (approx. 3.5–4 hours).
3. Visit Padmavathi Temple
   Start with darshan at Goddess Padmavathi in Alamelu Mangapuram before proceeding uphill to Tirumala.
4. Document Verification
   At the NRI counter in Tirumala, present your original passport/OCI card for verification.
5. Buy Darshan Ticket
   Pay ₹300 per person and collect your NRI VIP Darshan ticket
6. Enjoy Priority Darshan
   Enter through the Supadam Entry Gate, which offers minimal waiting time and a smooth darshan experience.
7. Return Journey
   After darshan and prasadam collection, drive back to Chennai comfortably.

 

✨ Why Choose Our Chennai–Tirupati NRI Package?

• Comfortable AC cars with experienced drivers
• Priority darshan without long queues
• Complete assistance at Tirumala for ticket purchase and entry
• Flexible pick-up and drop-off locations in Chennai

 

Make your Chennai to Tirupati NRI darshan fast, safe, and spiritually fulfilling. Contact us for 2025 bookings and travel assistance.

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