Temple, shrine & monastery tours
Gopuram towers in seven colours, tanks the size of a town square, and temple towns that run to their own festival calendar. The 4 below cover Madurai, Thanjavur and the Chola country, priced and clear about the drive between them.
Review of a private Chennai to Kanchipuram temple and silk weaving tour, with practical advice on value, timing, temples, lunch, and dress.
“The guide was very knowledgeable and the sites visited were wonderful. I would recommend to anyone coming to Chennai”
Explore Belur and Halebid from Bangalore, with Hoysala carvings, a giant Nandi, lunch, guide, and air-conditioned hotel transfers.
“The guide showed me insights on these unescl heritage masterpieces in Halebidu and Belur. The two sites are beyond beautiful in the mastery of carvings and the way they visualize hindu iconography.”
Review of a private Chennai tour to Mahabalipuram and Kanchipuram, with ancient temples, stone carvings, silk shopping, lunch, and practical tips.
“We had a great driver Mr Ram Kumar. Guides were included. We were not allowed in the temples as we are foreigners. Though it is not the company’s fault. But it’s a thumbs up for all foreigners n non Hindus.”
Review of a private Chennai to Mahabalipuram tour with Shore Temple, beach time, Arjuna’s Penance, transport, costs, and practical tips.
“Our driver Mani was great, very punctual and polite. He pointed at couple of things on the way and dropped and picked us up at the entrance of the attractions and that there was no time pressure for the time we were in them, we went with no guides and wanted to take our time and explore. Car was comfortable and and the trip went smoothly.”
