Private Day Tour from Trichy to Tanjore and Kumbakonam

Gangaikonda Cholapuram

2 hours

Pickup and departure from Trichy: 8:00 AM
The journey starts with an 8:00 AM pick-up from Trichy Airport, Railway Station, or your hotel. Our trained guide will meet you at the pickup spot.
Transfer to Gangaikondacholapuram:
Arrive and visit Gangaikondacholapuram, home to the 10th-century Shiva Brihadeeswarar Temple. This Dravidian-style masterpiece is one of the country's largest temples. Admire the magnificent Nandi sculpture that reflects sunshine into the sanctum.

2 hours

Transfer to Darasuram and Visit to Darasuram temple and Silk Weavers' Village:
Explore Darasuram, famed for the Airavateswara Temple constructed by Rajaraja Chola II in the 12th century. Then, proceed to the village of silk weavers to witness the intricate artistry of traditional silk weaving.

Mahamaham tank

5 min

Visit the Mahamaham Tank, a sacred water body steeped in legend and spirituality, where devotees gather to perform rituals and seek blessings during the Mahamaham festival.

Kumbakonam

20 min

AGRAHARAM VISIT:
As we are visiting Temples its so important to visit the temple deities house, called as Agraharam. It is similar structured houses in an area where only the deities live. The house itself shows the Brahmin architecture, the Kolam they put in front of house and the lifestyle they follows is a different experience for common man.

Kumbakonam

20 min

KUMBAKONAM DEGREE COFFEE:
This tour gives you a chance to taste the south India’s best filter coffee. The unique brewing method of Kumbakonam filter coffee involves using a traditional South Indian coffee filter called a “dabara set.” The coffee decoction is prepared by allowing hot water to drip through the grounds, resulting in a rich and flavourful cup of coffee.

The Serfoji Sarasvati Mahal Library

2 hours

Transfer to Tanjore and visit "The Raja Museum and Art Gallery," housed within the Thanjavur Palace complex. Admire a fascinating collection of artifacts, sculptures, and paintings showcasing the rich cultural heritage of Thanjavur and the Chola dynasty.

Thanjavur

1 hour

BRONZE FACTORY VISIT:
This place will offers you to see the bronze sculptures making, there are lot of shops they sell it. This small artisan factory produces bronze murtis (“idols”) from scratch, using hand crafted clay casts and molten bronze heated in underground ovens. We were able to watch as the murtis were made in the outdoor facility.

Brihadeeswara Temple

1 hour

Later visit and discover the iconic Brihadeshwara Temple, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and a masterpiece of Chola architecture. Built by King Rajaraja Chola I in the 11th century, this grand temple stands as a testament to the architectural brilliance and artistic prowess of the Chola dynasty. Admire the temple's towering vimana (tower) adorned with intricate sculptures and inscriptions, depicting scenes from Hindu mythology and the royal patronage of the Chola kings. Explore the expansive courtyard, adorned with smaller shrines, pillared halls, and majestic gopurams, reflecting the grandeur of Dravidian temple architecture.

Thanjavur

20 min

Immerse yourself in the artistry and craftsmanship of bronze sculpture making with a visit to this esteemed bronze factory. Step into a world where tradition meets innovation, as skilled artisans meticulously craft exquisite bronze murtis ("idols") from scratch.

Tiruchirappalli

2 hours

Return to Trichy:
After a day filled with immersive experiences and cultural insights, relax on your journey back to Trichy, reflecting on the architectural marvels and historical legacies discovered along the way.