Heritage day trip from Madurai to Thanjavur with Trichy and Gangaikonda Cholapuram

• Pickup and drop-off at the hotel • Admission fees • Round-trip transportation in a private vehicle • Meal included • Bottled water provided • Air conditioning available in the vehicle • Charges for tolls covered • Parking fees included • Guided service included • Face mask provided • Transport via private vehicle

• Breakfast • Personal expenses • Soft drinks • Gratuities • Donations

• Infants must be seated on an adult's lap • Not advisable for individuals with spinal injuries • Not suitable for pregnant individuals • Not recommended for those with cardiovascular issues • Appropriate for all levels of physical fitness

Cancel at least 24 hours prior to the scheduled departure time to receive a full refund.

• Srirangam is a revered river island situated near Tiruchirappalli (Trichy) in Tamil Nadu, India. It houses the Sri Ranganathaswamy Temple, a significant pilgrimage destination for Vaishnavites and the largest active Hindu temple complex globally. Sri Ranganathaswamy Temple: Dedicated to Lord Vishnu (Ranganatha), who is depicted reclining on the serpent Adisesha. Spanning over 150 acres, it features 21 impressive gopurams and intricate Dravidian architecture. The Rajagopuram, which stands at 72 meters tall, is the highest temple tower in Asia. It is one of the 108 Divya Desams (sacred sites for Vishnu followers). • Gangaikonda Cholapuram is a historic temple town located in the Ariyalur district of Tamil Nadu, famous for its grand Brihadeeswarar Temple, erected by the powerful Chola emperor Rajendra Chola I in the 11th century CE. Architectural Marvel: Commonly referred to as "Mini Tanjore," the temple resembles the renowned Brihadeeswarar Temple of Thanjavur, but features more elaborate carvings and refined artistry. The Vimana (temple tower) reaches a height of 182 feet, slightly shorter than that of Thanjavur yet richly embellished with Chola-era sculptures. • The Thanjavur Maratha Palace Complex, also known as Thanjavur Aranmanai, is a historic royal residence that previously functioned as the seat for the Thanjavur Nayaks and subsequently the Maratha rulers. Close to the prominent Brihadeeswarar Temple, the palace complex showcases South Indian art, culture, and royal history. Royal Palace Museum (Art Gallery): Holds a remarkable collection of Chola bronze artworks, stone sculptures, and paintings from the Maratha period. The Rajaraja Gallery features exquisite 9th to 12th-century bronzes of Hindu deities, particularly Nataraja (Lord Shiva as the Cosmic Dancer). • The Brihadeeswarar Temple, or the Big Temple, represents one of the most extraordinary architectural accomplishments of ancient India. Located in Thanjavur, Tamil Nadu, it was constructed by Rajaraja Chola I in 1010 CE and serves as a lasting emblem of the Chola dynasty’s influence, devotion, and engineering prowess. UNESCO World Heritage Site: Part of the notable “Great Living Chola Temples,” which are acknowledged for their exceptional universal significance. Massive Vimana (Temple Tower): This temple’s towering vimana (sanctum tower) rises to approximately 216 feet (66 meters), making it one of the tallest of its kind. Remarkably, it is made entirely from granite, topped with a single 80-ton stone as a capstone. Gigantic Nandi Statue: A monolithic Nandi (sacred bull), about 6 meters long and 3.7 meters tall, is positioned at the temple entrance. It is one of the largest Nandi statues in India, carved from a single rock.