UNESCO Chola Temple Trail Private day trip from Trichy
UNESCO Chola Temple Trail Private day trip from Trichy
Car & Guide
Pickup included
From
Car, Guide, Entrance & Lunch
Pickup included
From
Car, Guide & Entrance
Pickup included
From
Car Only
Pickup included
From
Highlights
Embark on a captivating journey through the UNESCO Chola Temple Trail on a private day trip from Trichy. Begin your day with a 7:00 AM pick-up from your Trichy hotel and head to Gangaikonda Cholapuram. Explore the temple complex, showcasing the architectural brilliance of the Chola dynasty, with intricate carvings depicting mythological stories and historical events. Move on to Dharasuram to marvel at the Airavateshwara Temple, a masterpiece of Chola architecture, known for its exquisite stone carvings and chariot-shaped mandapam. Enjoy a delightful lunch, savoring the flavors of Tamil Nadu cuisine. Continue your journey to Thanjavur, where you'll visit the Royal Palace & Museum and the iconic Brihadeeshwara Temple, a UNESCO World Heritage Site with a towering vimana. Conclude your temple tour and return to Trichy by 7:00 PM, cherishing the rich heritage and cultural marvels witnessed throughout the day.
Itinerary
Tiruchirappalli(Pass by)
Admission Ticket Free7:00 AM - Pick up from your hotel in Trichy and depart for Gangaikonda Cholapuram.Gangaikonda Cholapuram
1 hoursAdmission Ticket Included9:30 AM - Arrive at Gangaikonda Cholapuram, a temple complex built by the Chola dynasty in the 11th century. Explore the temple, known for its unique architecture and intricate carvings. Visit the Nandi Mandapa, Alankar Mandapa, Maha Mandapa, Mukha Mandapa, and Ardha Mandapa, which are all adorned with sculptures depicting various mythological stories and historical events. Your guide will provide insights into the historical and architectural significance of this temple.Dharasuram Airavatesvara Temple
1 hoursAdmission Ticket Included10:30 AM - Depart from Gangaikonda Cholapuram and proceed to Darasuram. 11:30 AM - Arrive at Darasuram, famous for the Airavateshwara Temple, another UNESCO World Heritage Site. This temple is dedicated to Lord Shiva and is known for its exquisite stone carvings, particularly the front mandapam in the form of a chariot drawn by horses. Marvel at the intricate details and craftsmanship of this temple, which is considered a masterpiece of Chola architecture. Your guide will share interesting facts and stories about the temple and its significance in Tamil Nadu's history and culture.Dharasuram Airavatesvara Temple
1 minsAdmission Ticket Not Included12:30 AM - Enjoy a delicious lunch at a local restaurant, where you can savor the flavors of Tamil Nadu cuisine, known for its unique blend of spices and flavors.Thanjavur Royal Palace and Art Gallery
1 hoursAdmission Ticket Included1:30 PM - Depart from Darasuram and head towards Thanjavur. 2:30 PM - Arrive at Thanjavur, visit the Thanjavur Palace & Museum, which houses an art gallery, a library, and a hall of music. Explore the rich heritage and history of the region through the various artifacts, sculptures, paintings, and manuscripts on display. Marvel at the exquisite bronze and granite statues of the Chola period in the art gallery, and learn about the contributions of the Chola dynasty to art, culture, and music in the region. Visit the Saraswathi Mahal Library, which preserves over 30,000 palm leaf and paper manuscripts in Indian and European languages, including rare and ancient texts.Brihadeeswara Temple
1 hoursAdmission Ticket Included4:00 PM - Visit the iconic Brihadeeshwara Temple, also known as the Big Temple. This temple, built by the Chola king Rajaraja I in the 10th century, is one of the largest and oldest temples in India and is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Admire the towering vimana (temple tower), which is one of the tallest in the world, and the intricate sculptures that adorn the walls of the temple. Your guide will provide insights into the history, architecture, and religious significance of this temple, which is an important pilgrimage site for Hindus.Tiruchirappalli(Pass by)
Admission Ticket Free5:30 PM - Conclude your temple tour and start your return journey to Trichy. 7:00 PM - Arrive back in Trichy and drop off at your hotel.
What's included
INCLUDED
NOT INCLUDED
Customer reviews
Additional information
Location
Provider
Agora Voyages Pvt. Ltd.
USD 200.16
Why Pelago?
- Trusted by millions of travellers
- Best price guarantee promise
- Choose from 200,000+ activities
- Earn KrisFlyer miles with every booking
- A Singapore Airlines company