Full-Day Private Tour to the Kanchipuram Temples from Chennai
Overview
Kanchipuram silk tour is a day trip from Chennai to meet the legendary Kanchipuram silk saree weavers. On offer is a unique experience of the fine art of making silk sarees which are a cultural icon in this part of the world. We will also visit 2 ancient temples from the 7th-8th century AD, to appreciate the magnificent Pallava style architecture
Inclusions
- Transportation by private car
- Private guide
- Lunch
- Entry/Admission - Kailasanathar Temple
- Entry/Admission - Ekambareswarar Temple
What to expect
Itinerary
This is a typical itinerary for this product
Stop At: Kailasanathar Temple, Pillaiyarpalayam, Karuppadithattadai, Tamil Nadu 631501, India
Kanchipuram was the capital of the medieval South Indian Kingdom of Pallavas. The Pallavas were instrumental in the transition from rock-cut architecture to stone temples. We visit Kailasanathar temple of Pallava dynasty to appreciate these architectural wonders built in the 7th century by by Pallava king Rajasimha known as Narasimhavarman II. The Kanchi Kailasanathar temple is famous for its magnificent Vimana, the gopuram over the Sanctum Sanctorum. It speaks volumes of architectural beauty that flourished in the reign of Pallava King.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Ekambareswarar Temple, Ekambaranathar Sannidhi Street, Kanchipuram 631502 India
Ekambareswarar Temple is one of the famous Hindu temples dedicated to Lord Shiva.
It is one of the five major Shiva temples or Pancha Bootha Sthalams (each representing a natural element) representing the element - Earth. The other four temples in this category are Thiruvanaikaval Jambukeswara (water), Chidambaram Natarajar (ether), Thiruvannamalai Arunachaleswara (fire) and Kalahasti Nathar (wind).
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Kanchipuram, Kanchipuram, Kanchipuram District, Tamil Nadu
Next in our agenda is to meet the legendary Silk Saree Weavers of Kanchipuram.
Kanchipuram is renowned for its magnificent Silk Sarees. Silk Sarees are a cultural icon in South India. Ranging in length from 6-9 yards, these Sarees are worn by women during auspicious occasions like a wedding or a birthday. There are more than 5000 families who are into the business of silk weaving. The sarees are weaved from pure mulberry silk thread.
The traditional loom is an incredible machine used by the silk weavers to magically convert the silk threads into a beautiful Kanchipuram Silk Saree.
We will visit one such Weaver and it will be a memorable experience.
It will be a fascinating experience to see how the sarees are weaved from pure mulberry silk thread.
Duration: 1 hour
This is a typical itinerary for this product
Stop At: Kailasanathar Temple, Pillaiyarpalayam, Karuppadithattadai, Tamil Nadu 631501, India
Kanchipuram was the capital of the medieval South Indian Kingdom of Pallavas. The Pallavas were instrumental in the transition from rock-cut architecture to stone temples. We visit Kailasanathar temple of Pallava dynasty to appreciate these architectural wonders built in the 7th century by by Pallava king Rajasimha known as Narasimhavarman II. The Kanchi Kailasanathar temple is famous for its magnificent Vimana, the gopuram over the Sanctum Sanctorum. It speaks volumes of architectural beauty that flourished in the reign of Pallava King.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Ekambareswarar Temple, Ekambaranathar Sannidhi Street, Kanchipuram 631502 India
Ekambareswarar Temple is one of the famous Hindu temples dedicated to Lord Shiva.
It is one of the five major Shiva temples or Pancha Bootha Sthalams (each representing a natural element) representing the element - Earth. The other four temples in this category are Thiruvanaikaval Jambukeswara (water), Chidambaram Natarajar (ether), Thiruvannamalai Arunachaleswara (fire) and Kalahasti Nathar (wind).
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Kanchipuram, Kanchipuram, Kanchipuram District, Tamil Nadu
Next in our agenda is to meet the legendary Silk Saree Weavers of Kanchipuram.
Kanchipuram is renowned for its magnificent Silk Sarees. Silk Sarees are a cultural icon in South India. Ranging in length from 6-9 yards, these Sarees are worn by women during auspicious occasions like a wedding or a birthday. There are more than 5000 families who are into the business of silk weaving. The sarees are weaved from pure mulberry silk thread.
The traditional loom is an incredible machine used by the silk weavers to magically convert the silk threads into a beautiful Kanchipuram Silk Saree.
We will visit one such Weaver and it will be a memorable experience.
It will be a fascinating experience to see how the sarees are weaved from pure mulberry silk thread.
Duration: 1 hour
Additional information
- Since we will be visiting temples, the dress code is covering knees and shoulders
- Minimum age is 18 years
- Not wheelchair accessible
- A valid international driving license for riding motorcycle in India is required (if option selected)
- A minimum of 2 people per booking is required
- Near public transportation
- Most travelers can participate
- Face masks required for travelers in public areas
- Face masks required for guides in public areas
- Face masks provided for travelers
- Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
- Social distancing enforced throughout experience
- Gear/equipment sanitized between use
- Transportation vehicles regularly sanitized
- Guides required to regularly wash hands
- Regular temperature checks for staff
- Paid stay-at-home policy for staff with symptoms
- Contactless payments for gratuities and add-ons
- This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Ticket delivery
You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.
Travelinsky
August 2019
The sites of Kanchipuram are breathtaking and the guide dived right in with us into the great indian culture! Thank you so much for this mindblowing and authentic experience!
The sites of Kanchipuram are breathtaking and the guide dived right in with us into the great indian culture! Thank you so much for this mindblowing and authentic experience!kar12569
August 2019
Very good informed and friendly guide and very good organisation of lots of sights. Guide spoke very fluent and very good english.
Very good informed and friendly guide and very good organisation of lots of sights. Guide spoke very fluent and very good english.Philipp_183_187
August 2019
The trip to Kanchipuram was very interesting and well organized. The guide was able to tell you almost everything about the huge ancient temple. The temple itself was very impressive. Inside the temple there is a mango tree which is cloned from a 3,500 yrs old peace of wood found inside the templ...
The trip to Kanchipuram was very interesting and well organized. The guide was able to tell you almost everything about the huge ancient temple. The temple itself was very impressive. Inside the temple there is a mango tree which is cloned from a 3,500 yrs old peace of wood found inside the temple. Interestig fact for a scientist like me. The hand-loom was very impressive as well. Thousands and thousands of unique beautiful and colorful silks at a good price available. Take your time to look through the selection.ClaireHue
July 2019
It was our second tour with Kanaan and we had one again a great time. I loved visiting the temples and getting a lot of information about religion, temples and deities. I really enjoyed our tasty lunch, Indian style. We also had the opportunity to buy saris at a discounted rate in a great shop, w...
It was our second tour with Kanaan and we had one again a great time. I loved visiting the temples and getting a lot of information about religion, temples and deities. I really enjoyed our tasty lunch, Indian style. We also had the opportunity to buy saris at a discounted rate in a great shop, where people took their time to show us a lot of materials. We even got to see how saris are made there, which was really impressive considering it is all hand-made! All in all highly recommendable!annazD6665PA
July 2019
This was already our second tour with 5Senses and Kannan and again we loved it. Kannan knows so much, We had a great day. Thank you!
This was already our second tour with 5Senses and Kannan and again we loved it. Kannan knows so much, We had a great day. Thank you!AlisaimWunderland
July 2019
It was the perfect day trip with lots of interessting facts about the culture of india and the silk houses. The Guide was very nice and informed. My highlight was a typical lunch, where I enjoyed the food by eating with my hands for the first time.
It was the perfect day trip with lots of interessting facts about the culture of india and the silk houses. The Guide was very nice and informed. My highlight was a typical lunch, where I enjoyed the food by eating with my hands for the first time.