UNESCO Chola Temple Trail Private day trip from Trichy
Overview
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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.
Additional Info
Specialized infant seats are available
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
What To Expect
Tiruchirappalli
7:00 AM - Pick up from your hotel in Trichy and depart for Gangaikonda Cholapuram.
Gangaikonda Cholapuram
9:30 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.
Options
Car, Guide, Entrance & Lunch
Includes: Private Car with Driver + Private Guides + Entrance & activities charges mentioned in the itinerary & Lunch. Pickup included
Car & Guide
Includes: Private Car with Driver + Private Guides. Pickup included
Car, Guide & Entrance
Includes: Private Car with Driver + Private Guides + Entrance & activities charges mentioned in the itinerary. Pickup included
Car Only
Includes: Private Car with Driver. Pickup included
What‘s Included
English speaking local guide, if option selected.
Entrance fees to monuments, if option selected.
Private AC car/van for pick up and drop off from/to your hotel.
Lunch, if option selected.
Government Taxes.
Bottled water in the car.
Camera charges at monuments.
Gratuities and optional activities.
Anything not mentioned in the inclusions.
Pickup points
Select a pickup point
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
7 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Rewarding Day Trip from Trichy
vraghuraman,Mar 29, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The trip was a rich experience all around ..The day started and ended with visits to magnificient Chola Temples that fill you awe . And in between we saw well curated spots and bits Thanjavur/Kumbakonam towns that give you a feel for live in this region of Tamilnadu. On the way back we detoured to see KallAnai Dam - Chola built dam that is still functioning. .. Our Guide Mr Saravanan was excellent . He was enthusiastic, knowledgeable and flexible. He gave us a good feel for the Religious, Cultural and historical aspects of the Temples and other spots on the Tour .. Thank you Saravanan for this .
Ariel view of Trichy
Mobile25223168155,Jun 26, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00It's truly very calm n peaceful sacred place..most important...the Ariel view n scenes are incredible ....The lord Ganesha and The lord Shivas devotees must visit this temple
Beautiful temple
andreanicog,Oct 19, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The temple is very beautiful, although, objectively, when you have seen one, the others look a bit alike. Still worth a visit.
Highly recommend their services
Global56878869921,Jan 21, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Kudos to your team for organising a wonderful trip of the great chola temples. From the outset your team was very responsive and professional. Having used to the lack of punctuality of other Indian tour operators, It was a pleasant surprise for us on the tour day, the team of guide and the team arrived ahead. The guide Mr.Madhu was experienced and knowledgeable and was patient enough to answer my million questions. We are also grateful to him for allowing us to do the tour on our own pace as at times we wanted to spend a little more time on some spots. He also went that extra mile by bearing with us when we overshot the timing as mentioned in the itinerary. The driver Mr.selva was very courteous and respectful. Overall a well organised and well co-ordinated tour by Mr. Shashi Gupta !
1 Day College Course Field Trip with Ms. Abirami
Safari28317862044,Sep 2, 2023
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Ms. Abirami was exceptional - she gave us a crash course in Chola history and Hinduism. Her depth of knowledge made the day so memorable, there was not a single question she couldn't answer. She also took us to see sarees being hand woven and bronze being handmade. Deva was a great driver, never too far away, keeping the car cool in very hot weather, and moving us safely. Had him for 2 tours and he was great! This tour was on the pricier side, but absolutely worth every penny/rupee.
Precious tour not to forget
suddhasatwa R,Apr 15, 2022
- Review from Viator
5.00Very helpful and knowledgeable guide. And driver is ok hard to communicate with driver but guide is great and very friendly. Xxxxxxxx. Ccxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxcxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxccxxxxxxxxxx
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