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Chennai
Chennai to Chola Dynasty: A South Indian Heritage Expedition
2880
Overview
Embark on the Chola Trail, exploring South India's Golden Triangle and UNESCO sites like the Brihadeswar Temple. Relive the Chola Empire's maritime glory with Five Senses Tours. Enjoy local guides, supporting local economies. Includes meals and accommodation. A deep dive into history and culture. 
Highlights
UNESCO World Heritage Sites: Explore three remarkable UNESCO World Heritage Sites, including the Brihadeswar Temple in Tanjore, showcasing the architectural brilliance of the Chola dynasty.
Immersive Historical Journey: Step back 1000 years and delve into the rich history of the Chola Empire, a major maritime power in South East Asia during the 10-12th centuries.
Support Local Communities: Contribute to local livelihoods by supporting local businesses and employing local guides, ensuring that tourism dollars stay within the community.
Expertly Organized Tour: Benefit from a meticulously planned itinerary by Five Senses Tours, a recognized tour operator committed to providing authentic and enriching travel experiences.
Sentiment Analysis
Knowledgeable guides enhance the historical experience
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Well-organized itinerary covering key Chola sites
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Opportunity to support local communities and businesses
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Comfortable accommodation and convenient inclusions like meals
Some travelers found the pace of the tour to be rushed
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Limited free time for independent exploration
Review Summary
Customers generally say this 2-day Chola Trail tour from Chennai is an enriching and well-organized experience, praising the knowledgeable local guides, comfortable private transportation, and seamless accommodation arrangements. Many appreciate the in-depth historical insights and the opportunity to visit three UNESCO World Heritage Chola temples with less tourist crowd. Some reviews mention the long driving hours as a minor inconvenience, but the overall value and authenticity of the tour receive consistent positive feedback.
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Chennai
€591
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5.0
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5.0
(5 reviews)
Duration: 2880
minutes
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Riders will journey from Chennai to Pondicherry, visiting the Aurobindo Ashram and the unique French Quarter. They will also see the Sri Aurobindo Handmade Paper Factory, the Basilica of the Sacred Heart of Jesus, the Immaculate Conception Cathedral, and the beautiful Pondicherry Promenade. The adventure continues to Auroville and then on to Mahabalipuram, where riders will explore the Panch Rathas, Arjuna's Penance, Krishna's Butterball, and the Shore Temple. Finally, the tour concludes with a ride back to Chennai.
This tour includes a Royal Enfield motorcycle, helmet, breakfast, an escort rider to ensure easy navigation, and entrance charges to various sites. Please note that lunch and dinner, personal and accident insurance, and riding gear such as guards, jackets, and gloves are not included.
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5.0
(4 reviews)
Duration: 2880
minutes
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Chennai
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5.0
(4 reviews)
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Chennai
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5.0
(3 reviews)
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minutes
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