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Full Day Tour of Kumbakonam - From Thanjavur
Thanjavur
Important Information
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Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
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Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
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Not recommended for pregnant travelers
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Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
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Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
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A small amount of walking is involved.
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Dress Code: must cover shoulders, chest, navel, upper arms
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
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Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
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This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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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
Highlights
12 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
12 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
English speaking local guide
Transport by private air conditioned vehicle
02 bottles mineral water per person
Hotel pickup and drop-off within Thanjavur city center.
Food and drinks, unless specified
Gratuities
Meeting Points
Departure
Thanjavur
We will pick up traveler from their hotels / fixed point within city center.
Return
Full Day Tour of Kumbakonam - From Thanjavur
Thanjavur
About
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
Highlights
12 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
12 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
English speaking local guide
Transport by private air conditioned vehicle
02 bottles mineral water per person
Hotel pickup and drop-off within Thanjavur city center.
Food and drinks, unless specified
Gratuities
Meeting Points
Departure
Thanjavur
We will pick up traveler from their hotels / fixed point within city center.
Return
Itinerary
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Gangaikonda Cholapuram
You will be picked up from your hotel in central Thanjavur at 7:30 A.M. and driven to Kumbakonam for a full day of touring. The drive takes about one hour.
Upon arrival, meet your local English Speaking Guide.
The city of Kumbakonam rose to prominence between the 7th and 9th centuries AD, when it served as a capital of the Medieval Cholas. The town reached the zenith of its prosperity during the British Rule, when it was a prominent center of European education and Hindu culture. It acquired the cultural name, the "Cambridge of South India".
Starting from the Mahamaham Tank you proceed to Gangaikonda Cholapuram temple outside the city. Gangaikonda Cholapuram was erected to outshine the Brahadisvara temple in Thanjavur built in the 11th century. The temple is renowned for having the biggest Shivalingam in South-India.
Take a break for lunch in a Local Restaurant. ( Lunch at own expense ).
4 hours
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Dharasuram
Post lunch, proceed to the bronze Manufacturing Unit Rajan Industries and view the casting of Bronze Statues. Following visit Iravatheeswarar Temple, a UNESCO Monument at Darasuram. Finally visit a Silk Weaving Center. See the demonstration of silk weaving and admire the silk materials and goods, which can be purchased.
After conclusion of your visit your driver will take you back to your hotel within the Thanjavur city center.
