- Chettinad - You will be picked up from your hotel in the morning and driven to the Chettinad district. The area comprises around 70 villages and towns, the most prominent amongst them being Karaikudi, Athangudi, Kanadukathan, Kandanur and Kadiyapatti.
The Chettinad style of architecture is known for its large and spacious central courtyard and colonnaded side galleries that lead to family rooms. Most of the marble has been imported from Italy. The chandeliers are from Burma and the huge wall-to-wall mirrors from Belgium.
Most of the old families have moved to cities, leaving behind their palatial mansions in the hands of caretakers. Some families have opened up their homes to visitors for homestays, while a few other mansions have been converted into heritage hotels.
At the end of the tour, stop for a typical Chettinad lunch at a local restaurant (beverage excluded).
After lunch you will be driven back to Trichy and dropped off at your hotel.
- 02 bottles of mineral water per person
- Lunch (beverage excluded)
- Local English speaking guide
- Transport by private air-conditioned vehicle
- Hotel pick-up and drop-off
- Food and drinks, unless specified
- Gratuities
Chettinad district, located approximately 60 miles away from Trichy in the South Indian state of Tamil Nadu, is named after the Chettiars, an affluent business community who contributed significantly to the area’s culture, crafts, and culinary traditions. The region’s older wealth is evidenced by the numerous grand 19th-century mansions constructed by the Chettiars in a blend of Indian and European architectural styles. Take a day trip to explore some of Chettinad’s most exquisite mansions.
Key points of interest:
• Expansive courtyards
• Covered walkways with columns
• Opulently adorned rooms
- Adult pricing applies to all travelers.
- Dress code is smart casual.
- A small amount of walking is involved.
- Not recommended for participants with heart complaints or other serious medical conditions.
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
