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Farms & Strolls - Morning/Evening Village Walk with Cooking Demo & Lunch/Dinner
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Experience rural South Indian life up-close on this morning/evening tour of Alangudi village. Learn more about the local people, their culture and daily lives, by touring with a guide. Participate in a cooking demonstration where you’ll learn to cook local food and enjoy a tasty meal after. Get around on foot and by tuk tuk, and enjoy the beautiful views of rice paddies, coconut plantations, and quiet village streets.
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$47.08
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$47.08

Great Living Chola Temples Self-Guided Audio Tour
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Visit two great Hindu temples on your trip to Tamil Nadu and learn about their significance with this self-guided audio tour. Head to Gangakonda Cholapuram, a village that was once the capital of the Chola Dynasty, to begin your tour. Then, explore the grand, Thanjavur Brihadeeswara Temple, built by Rajaja I, and the Airavateshwarar Temple, built by Rajaraja II, to admire the artistic and architectural achievements.
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$6.00
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$6.00

Navagraham & Arupadai Veedu Temple Tour - 9n10d
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Navagraha temples are temples devoted to Navagraha - the nine major celestial bodies of Hindu astronomy.These temples are made of stones and are very beautiful. These celestial bodies are named Surya, Chandra, Mangala, Budha, Brihaspati, Shukra, Shani, Rahu and Ketu.
The Six Abodes of Murugan (Tamil: Āṟupaṭai vīṭu) are six temples situated in the state of Tamil Nadu in South India. The god is known by different names such as Kartikeya, Kanda, Vadivela and Muruga at various temples. The six most sacred abodes of Murugan was mentioned in Tamil sangam literature, "Thirumurugatrupadai", written by Nakkeerar and in "Thiruppugazh", written by Arunagirinathar. The six abodes are Palani, Thiruthani, Swamimalai, Pazhamudircholai, Thirupparankunram and Thiruchendur.
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$531.16
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Visit Brihadeeswara Temple, Saraswati Library, Palace And Gallery In Thanjavur
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History and architecture lovers will enjoy visiting the UNESCO-listed 11th-century temples at Thanjavur. Simplify your visit to this popular place by joining a private guided tour, with entrance fees, transfers, and English-speaking guide included. Be amazed by the Chola Temples that were once at the heart of the enormous Chola Empire. Learn more about South Indian history and culture from your guide and make the most of your time here.
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$134.00
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$134.00
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Explore Navagraha Temples Of Mars, Mercury & Ketu From Trichy
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On this day-excursion from Trichy, visit temples dedicated to the nine celestial bodies of the zodiac, Navagrahas, as defined by Hindu mythology. The Sun, Moon, Mars, Mercury, Jupiter, Venus, Saturn, Rahu and Ketu are known as the Navagrahas. There are a set of nine temples in the South Indian state of Tamil Nadu, each dedicated to one of these nine bodies. According to Hindu beliefs, these celestial bodies have a beneficial and malefic influence on an individual’s horoscope as they move through their planetary course. Worshipping them helps remove their negative impact.
Highlights:
• Temple of Mars
• Temple of Mercury
• Temple of Ketu
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$226.00
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$226.00
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Private Day Tour to Great Living Chola Temples from Trichy
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Trichy to full day excursion tour to The Great Living Chola Temples tour includes a visit to Tanjore Temples, Kampaheswerer Temple. Darasuram Temple, & Gangaikonda Cholapuram Temple. Private air-conditioned transport from picks up till drop off to your hotel, English speaking guide and entrances to monuments are well included in the package price.
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$215.47
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$215.47
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Basilica Of Our Lady Of Lourdes, Poondi From Trichy
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Visit a Minor Basilica situated in the small village of Poondi in the South Indian state of Tamil Nadu. The Basilica dates back to the 18th century when an Italian Jesuit missionary, Fr. C.J. Beschi, visited India to spread Christianity. The present day Basilica was built in 1890 and is a brilliant piece of neo-Gothic architecture.
Highlights
• Gothic and French architectural style
• Relic of the True Cross
• Statue of our Lady of Lourdes
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$188.00
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$188.00
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Full Day Tour of Kumbakonam - From Thanjavur
Your drive from Thanjavur to Kumbakonam takes about one hour. Kumbakonam has a population of about 145,000 with a strong Hindu majority but it also has a sizeable Muslim and Christian populations. It is known as a "temple town", which makes the visit interesting. You will spend a full day touring the city and its surroundings.
Highlights:
• Mahamaham Tank
• Temple of Gangaikonda Cholapuram
• Airavatesvara Temple at Darasuram
• Bronze Manufactures Unit
• Silk Weaving Center
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$129.00
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$129.00
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Private Trichy Madurai Rameshwaram and Thanjavur Temple Tour
Five days private tour will begin in Trichy, a gateway city with one of the largest & tallest active temple complex in India. From here proceed to Madurai to visit another large active temple having more than 33 million sculptures. Next proceed to Rameshwaram a shore city with one of the most sacred site of Hindu pilgrimage hosting Jyotirlinga & one of Four Dham. Then Proceed to Thanjavur via visiting Chettinad a region once occupied by wealthy merchants their mansions are now left abandoned. Visit the Great Living Chola Temple in Thanjore then proceed to Trichy to fly out for onward destination.
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$681.00
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$681.00
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Colonial Coromandel with Tranquebar
This itinerary is a great mix of the East Coast in Tamilnadu with the colonial stories .Chennai has a great history for the British Colonialisation and Tranquebar tells about the Danish connection.The presence of Germans in Tranquebar is also significant .The first printing press in India was set up by the Germans in Tranquebar and Ziegenbalg House-A Museum on Intercultural Exchange tells a great story on the strong German presence in this area.To add a bit of local life and culture,we have beautifully handcrafted some nice story telling tours through Mahabalipuram,Kanchipuram and Kumbakonam etc.Tranquebar is still known for its great Danish style and influence.
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$1,584.00
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$1,584.00
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Full Day Tour of Kumbakonam with Lunch - From Thanjavur
Your drive from Thanjavur to Kumbakonam takes about one hour. Kumbakonam has a population of about 145,000 with a strong Hindu majority but it also has a sizeable Muslim and Christian populations. It is known as a "temple town", which makes the visit interesting. You will spend a full day touring the city and its surroundings. Lunch is included.
Highlights:
• Mahamaham Tank
• Temple of Gangaikonda Cholapuram
• Airavatesvara Temple at Darasuram
• Bronze Manufactures Unit
• Silk Weaving Centers
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$169.00
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$169.00
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Private Full Day Tour Trichy to Thanjore and Velankanni
Embark on full day excursion to Thanjavur & Velankanni with accompanied English-speaking guide. Thanjavur is home to the 11th-century Brihadeeswarar Temple, a vast Chola dynasty–era complex with a frescoed interior, Thanjavur Maratha Palace a home to the centuries-old Saraswathi Mahal Library, with palm-leaf manuscripts, and Thanjavur Art Gallery, which houses bronze and stone sculptures dating from the 7th to 18th century. Next head to Velankanni, one of the most visited pilgrim centers situated on the shores of Bay of Bengal, a renowned shrine of Basilica of our Lady of health. Private air-conditioned vehicle from picks up till drop off to your hotel, English speaking guide, entrances to monuments are well included in the package price.
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$172.80
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$172.80
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Private Day Tour from Trichy to Pondicherry with Hotel Pickup
Embark on full day excursion to Pondicherry, a French colonial settlement in India until 1954, is now a Union Territory town bounded by the southeastern state Tamil Nadu. Its French legacy is preserved in its French Quarter, with tree-lined streets, mustard-colored colonial villas and chic boutiques. A seaside promenade runs along the Bay of Bengal and passes several statues, including a 4m-high Gandhi Memorial. Private air-conditioned vehicle from picks up till drop off to your hotel, sightseeing with local English-speaking guide, and entrances to monuments are well included in the package price.
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$142.94
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$142.94
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2 Day Great Living Chola Temples Tour From Trichy
The Great Living Chola Temples are a testimony to the brilliant achievements of the "Chola dynasty" in architecture, sculpture, painting and bronze casting. The site includes three great 11th- and 12th-century Temples: the Brihadisvara Temple at Thanjavur, the Brihadisvara Temple at Gangaikondacholisvaram and the Airavatesvara Temple at Darasuram. The Temple of Gangaikondacholisvaram, built by Rajendra I, was completed in 1035. Its 53-m vimana (sanctum tower) has recessed corners and a graceful upward curving movement, contrasting with the straight and severe tower at Thanjavur. The Airavatesvara temple complex, built by Rajaraja II, at Darasuram features a 24-m vimana and a stone image of Shiva.
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$235.00
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$235.00
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Explore Srinivasa Ramanujan House and Kumbakonam Temples with Lunch
Kumbakonam is one of the oldest towns of the South Indian state of Tamil Nadu. Besides being famous for the ancient 7th century temples that date back to the Chola period, the town is also famous for the mathematical genius, Srinivasa Ramanujan. On this tour visit the house of “The man who knew Infinity” and two ancient Hindu temples dedicated to God Vishnu.
Highlights
• House of "The Man Who Knew Infinity", Srinivasa Ramanujan
• Mahamaham water pond
• Sarangapani temple
• Uppiliappan Temple
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$189.00
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$189.00
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Private Guided Tour of Airavatesvara Temple from Thanjavur with Lunch
Built in 12th century AD by Raja Chola II, Airavatesvara temple is a famous Hindu Temple located in Darasuram. The temple represents the architectural heritage of Tamil Nadu. Airavatesvara Temple is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and is one of the Great Living Chola Temples. The temple follows Dravidian architecture which has a number of columns and pillars towards the Sanctum supporting the Mandapam. You will have a private guided tour of the temple followed by lunch in a local restaurant.
Highlights:
• Airavatesvara Temple - UNESCO World Heritage Site
• Intricate paintings and sculptures
• Delicate stone carvings from ancient artists
• Lunch in a local restaurant
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$188.00
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$188.00
Price varies by group size

Great Living Chola Temples around Thanjavur with Lunch
The Great Living Chola Temples, a UNESCO World Heritage site designation refers to three temples in the South Indian state of Tamil Nadu- the Brihadisvara Temple in Thanjavur, the Temple of Gangaikonda Cholapuram and the Airavatesvara Temple in Darasuram. Built between the 11th and 12th century A.D., these temples are fine examples of architecture from the Chola dynasty. Visit these 3 temples on a day excursion from Thanjavur.
Highlights:
• Brihadisvara Temple - Thanjavur
• Temple of Gangaikonda Cholapuram
• Airavatesvara Temple - Darasuram
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$199.00
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$199.00
Price varies by group size

Explore Srinivasa Ramanujan House And Kumbakonam Temples
Kumbakonam is one of the oldest towns of the South Indian state of Tamil Nadu. Besides being famous for the ancient 7th century temples that date back to the Chola period, the town is also famous for the mathematical genius, Srinivasa Ramanujan. On this tour visit the house of “The man who knew Infinity” and two ancient Hindu temples dedicated to God Vishnu.
Highlights
• House of "The Man Who Knew Infinity", Srinivasa Ramanujan
• Mahamaham water pond
• Sarangapani temple
• Uppiliappan Temple
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$150.00
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$150.00
Price varies by group size

Private Day Tour from Trichy to Tiruvannamalai with Pickup
Embark on a full day excursion tour to Tiruvannamalai, one of the most ancient heritage sites of India and a center of the Shiva religion. The Arunachala hill and its environs have been held in great regard by the Tamils for centuries. The temple is grand in conception and architecture and is rich in tradition, history and festivals. Private air-conditioned vehicle from picks up till drop off to your hotel, English speaking guide, entrances to monuments are well included in the package.
include AC vehicle and accompanies English speaking guide service from Trichy. Its include visit to all places of tourist interest in city and entrances to all monuments in the itinerary. Pick up and drop off from any hotels in Trichy is well included. We serve complementary bottled water in vehicle and flexible to accommodate guest requirement during the tour.
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$160.00
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$160.00
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Private Guided Tour of Airavatesvara Temple from Thanjavur
Built in 12th century AD by Raja Chola II, Airavatesvara temple is a famous Hindu Temple located in Darasuram. The temple represents the architectural heritage of Tamil Nadu. Airavatesvara Temple is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and is one of the Great Living Chola Temples. The temple follows Dravidian architecture which has a number of columns and pillars towards the Sanctum supporting the Mandapam. You will have a private guided tour of the temple.
Highlights:
• Airavatesvara Temple - UNESCO World Heritage Site
• Intricate paintings and sculptures
• Delicate stone carvings from ancient artists
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$149.00
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From
$149.00
Price varies by group size

Private Day Tour from Trichy to Madurai with Hotel Pickup
Embark on full day excursion to Madurai an energetic, one of the oldest continuously inhabited cities of India. Ruled by Pandya kings for the longest time in its history, it is called the 'Lotus City' as it was planned and built in the shape of a lotus. Its skyline is dominated by the 14 colorful gopurams (gateway towers) of Meenakshi Amman Temple. Covered in bright carvings of Hindu gods, the Dravidian-style temple is a major pilgrimage site. Private air-conditioned vehicle from picks up till drop off to your hotel, sightseeing with local English-speaking guide, and entrances to monuments are well included in the package price.
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$117.34
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$117.34
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Temple Of Jupiter In Alangudi From Trichy With Lunch
According to Hindu mythology there are nine celestial bodies of the zodiac - the Sun, Moon, Mars, Mercury, Jupiter, Venus, Saturn, Rahu and Ketu. There are a set of nine temples in the South Indian state of Tamil Nadu, each dedicated to one of these nine bodies. According to Hindu beliefs, these celestial bodies have a beneficial or malefic influence on an individual’s horoscope as they move through their planetary course. Worshipping them helps remove their negative impact. On this day-excursion from Trichy, visit the Temple of Jupiter situated in the town of Alangudi.
Highlights
• River Cauvery
• Temple of Jupiter
• Dravidian architecture
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$197.00
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$197.00
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Day Excursion To Chettinad Region From Trichy
The Chettinad district is about 60 miles from Trichy in the South Indian state of Tamil Nadu. The district gets its name from the Chettiars, a powerful and prosperous business community whose influence is clearly discernible in the region's culture, crafts and cuisine. The old wealth of the Chettiars can still be seen in the large number of elaborate 19th century mansions they built in a mix of Indian and European styles. On this day-excursion visit some of the finest Chettinad mansions.
Highlights
• Large courtyards
• Colonnaded corridors
• Richly decorated rooms
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$201.00
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$201.00
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Great Living Chola Temples Around Thanjavur
The Great Living Chola Temples, a UNESCO World Heritage site designation refers to three temples in the South Indian state of Tamil Nadu. They are the Brihadisvara Temple in Thanjavur, the Temple of Gangaikonda Cholapuram and the Airavatesvara Temple in Darasuram. Built between the 11th and 12th century A.D., these temples are fine examples of architecture from the Chola dynasty. Visit these 3 temples on a day excursion from Thanjavur.
Highlights:
• Brihadisvara Temple - Thanjavur
• Temple of Gangaikonda Cholapuram
• Airavatesvara Temple - Darasuram
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$159.00
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From
$159.00
Price varies by group size
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