Silk-Weaving & Organic Farm Expedition From Chennai
On this day trip from Chennai, travel to Kanchipuram and meet the silk weavers of the town. Watch them at work at their silk looms and learn about the art of weaving silk. Also visit an organic farm and learn about biogas production from cow waste. Interact with local farmers and learn more about their natural techniques. Also visit a 6th century temple of the Pallava dynasty.
Highlights • Visit to a Silk Weaving Center • 6th century Kailasanathar temple • Visit to a dairy farm • Visit to an organic rice field
Options
1-8 Travelers
Price per person for 1-8 travelers
Pickup included
What's included in Silk-Weaving & Organic Farm Expedition From Chennai
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Silk Loom, Kanchipuram (1 hour)
You will be picked up from your hotel in Chennai and driven to Kanchipuram that is situated at a distance of 50 miles from Chennai.
On reaching Kanchipuram visit a silk loom and watch the amazing art of weaving silk from mulberry string.
Kailasanathar Temple, Kanchipuram (1 hour)
Next visit Kailasanathar Temple, the oldest structure in Kanchipuram. The elegantly carved sculptures of Gods and Goddesses on the temple walls are still intact. (phallic symbol of God Shiva) made of black granite.
Dairy Farm, Kanchipuram (1 hour)
Your next stop will be a dairy farm where you will learn how cooking gas is produced from the excrement of dairy animals. After that take a tour of an organic rice field and speak to the farmers to learn more about rice production. Also visit a mango orchard and a flower farm situated on the banks of the River Cheyyar.
Once your tour will be finished you will be driven back to fixed point / your hotel.
Inclusions
- Entrance fees
- 02 bottles of mineral water per person
- Hotel pick-up and drop-off
- Local English speaking guide
- Transport by private air-conditioned vehicle
- Food or drinks, unless specified
- Gratuities (optional)
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking.
- Not recommended for pregnant women and people with back problems.
- A dress code is required to enter places of worship. No shorts or sleeveless tops are allowed. Knees and shoulders must be covered for both men and women. Consider wearing comfortable walking shoes.
- Children under 15 must be accompanied by an adult.
Meet
Pickup and Dropoff
You can choose to be picked up from a list of locations, or alternatively, have the choice to make your own way to the meeting points
Please arrive at the pick up point 30 minutes before departure time.
Additional Information
From your hotel in Chennai