Thanjavur Big Temple Day Trip
The Brihadeeswarar Temple — the Big Temple — was completed in 1010 CE and has never been surpassed. A single granite vimana rises 216 feet, capped by a monolithic cupola, with the whole structure held without mortar. The day adds the Thanjavur Maratha Palace, the Saraswathi Mahal Library with its palm-leaf manuscripts, and the bronze gallery, which is the best in the country.
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- Duration
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- Destination
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- Planned days
- 1–8
- Travellers
- ₹2,800
- From, per person
- Easy
- English, Hindi, Tamil
- Pickup included
- Book 1 days ahead
Your itinerary
A 1-day route through Thanjavur.
Brihadeeswarar Temple (UNESCO)
The monolithic Nandi
Saraswathi Mahal Library palm-leaf manuscripts
Chola bronze gallery
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Morning at the Brihadeeswarar Temple with a guide on the inscriptions, the Nandi and the frescoes. Afternoon at the Maratha palace, the Saraswathi Mahal Library and the bronze gallery.
Brihadeeswarar TempleThanjavur Maratha PalaceSaraswathi Mahal LibraryBronze gallery
Itineraries are indicative and may be re-sequenced for weather, road or permit conditions.
What's included
What's included
- Private air-conditioned car with driver for the day
- English-speaking guide
- Monument and gallery entry fees
- Hotel pickup and drop
- All applicable taxes and parking
Not included
- Meals and drinks
- Camera fees
- Personal expenses and tips
- Travel insurance
Additional information
Everything the operator has confirmed about how this trip runs.
- Duration
- 1 day
- Group size
- 1–8 travellers
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Start time
- 08:00
- Guide languages
- English, Hindi, Tamil
- Pickup
- Included
- Confirmation
- Instant
- Customisable
- Yes, on request
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
Good to know
Things to carry
- Modest clothing
- Footwear you can slip off
- Socks for hot stone
- Sun protection
Important notes
Photography is restricted inside the temple.,The library closes on certain days; the guide will confirm on the morning.
Frequently asked
Why book with us
Flexible cancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
Local operators
Curated and run by vetted local operators
Guided in your language
English, Hindi, Tamil
Instant confirmation
No waiting on a callback
Planning Thanjavur Big Temple Day Trip?
1 day covering Thanjavur. Tell the operator your dates and group size and they will come back with dates and a firm quote.
- No payment taken on this page
- Instant confirmation
- Free to enquire, no obligation
Planning Thanjavur Big Temple Day Trip?
1 day covering Thanjavur. Tell the operator your dates and group size and they will come back with a firm quote.
- No payment taken on this page
- Instant confirmation
- Free to enquire, no obligation