The story
From the river delta of the south, the Cholas built a seafaring empire and temple towers that still rule the skyline of Thanjavur. This journey follows the Kaveri through their temple towns, to the foundries where bronze is still cast the way it was a thousand years ago.
At a glance
- Places
- Thanjavur, Gangaikondacholapuram, Darasuram, Swamimalai
- Best months
- November to February
- Ways to travel
- Private journey, small circle of up to 12, private group of up to 20
- Activity level
- Gentle
- Stays
- Heritage hotels and fine local stays
- All-inclusive
- Stays, all meals, transport, Saints and experiences
By invitation
the moments that make the journey.
- Watch a bronze come out of its mould in a family foundry at Swamimalai
- The great temples of Thanjavur, Gangaikondacholapuram and Darasuram
- A feast on a banana leaf in a Kaveri delta kitchen
- A Bharatanatyam performance in a temple town
Everything taken care of
- Stays, airport transfers and private transport throughout
- All meals, from family kitchens to royal dinners
- Your Saints and every experience in your itinerary
- Entry fees and private access arrangements
Not included: personal expenses, shopping and tips, plus international flights, visas and travel insurance.
Dates and how to book
- Small circle
Departure dates to be announced - Private journey or private group
Any dates you choose - Your journey, priced for you
Every journey is shaped around your dates, your stays and how you travel, so we share a full proposal once we have spoken.
step into the chola age.
request your invitation.
Tell us when you would like to travel and who is coming. We reply personally within 24 hours, with no obligation.
