




From Trichy: Private Day Tour to Tanjore & Kumbakonam
Features
- Free cancellation available
- 10h
- Mobile voucher
- Instant confirmation
- Selective hotel pickup
Overview
- Rich culture and architectural beauty of ancient Tamil Nadu temples
- Tasting of traditional South Indian filter coffee served in a dabara set
- Visit to Agraharam, the traditional priests’ houses near temples
- Insight into silk weaving villages and saree making traditions
- Observation of bronze sculpture crafting, using clay casts and molten bronze
Activity location
- Gangaikonda Cholapuram
- Gangaikonda Cholapuram, Tamil Nadu, India
Meeting/Redemption Point
- Gangaikonda Cholapuram
- Gangaikonda Cholapuram, Tamil Nadu, India
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From Trichy: Private Day Tour to Tanjore & Kumbakonam
- 10h
Activity duration is 10 hours 10h - English
What's included, what's not
- Pick up and drop from your hotel
What's included What's included - An English-speaking guide to explain everything clearly
What's included What's included - Entry tickets to all temples and places mentioned
What's included What's included - Travel in a clean and air-conditioned car
What's included What's included - Two bottles of drinking water for each person
What's included What's included - All local taxes and fees are already included
What's included What's included - Anything not mentioned above in the tour plan and inclusions is not covered
What's excluded What's excluded
Know before you book
- Not allowed: Alcohol and drugs, Nudity
- Not suitable for: People over 95 years
What you can expect
Pickup and Introduction
Tour begins with a comfortable pick-up from the hotel, airport, or railway station in Trichy. A professional English-speaking guide welcomes guests and provides an overview of the day’s journey before departure.
Explore Gangaikondacholapuram
Your first stop is Gangaikondacholapuram, known for its impressive Brihadeeswarar Temple, built in the 10th century by the Chola dynasty. Dedicated to Lord Shiva, this temple is one of India’s largest and showcases grand Dravidian architecture. Its Nandi idol is sculpted in such a way that sunlight reflects onto the sanctum, displaying architectural brilliance.
Discover Darasuram
The journey continues to Darasuram, a town famous for the Airavateswara Temple, constructed in the 12th century by Rajaraja Chola II. The temple features detailed stone carvings and elegant pillars, reflecting its historical and spiritual importance. A visit is also made to the nearby silk weaving village, where traditional weaving of beautiful silk sarees continues as a family heritage craft.
Visit Kumbakonam
Next is Kumbakonam, often called the Temple City due to its many ancient temples. The visit includes the Adi Kumbeswarar Temple, the oldest Shiva temple here, and the Sarangapani Temple, dedicated to Lord Vishnu. The sacred Mahamaham tank, a major landmark where grand festivals take place, is also part of this exploration.
Experience Thanjavur (Tanjore)
Then proceeds to Thanjavur, where the famous Brihadeeswarar Temple, also known as the Big Temple, stands as a masterpiece of Dravidian architecture with its towering gopuram, spacious mandapa, and fine stone sculptures. The visit continues to The Raja Museum and Art Gallery, which houses an impressive collection of Chola bronze and granite sculptures, ancient artefacts, and traditional paintings.
Return to Trichy
After a fulfilling day exploring the temples, culture, and heritage of Tamil Nadu, guests are comfortably driven back to Trichy, marking the end of this enriching private tour.
Location
Activity location
LOB_ACTIVITIES LOB_ACTIVITIES - Gangaikonda Cholapuram
- Gangaikonda Cholapuram, Tamil Nadu, India
Meeting/Redemption Point
PEOPLE PEOPLE - Gangaikonda Cholapuram
- Gangaikonda Cholapuram, Tamil Nadu, India