Overview
Join us for the private full-day sightseeing tour & explore the city Thiruvananthapuram (Trivandrum) in an air-conditioned transport with a professional guide. Visit the temples, dedicated to Hindu deities and seek blessings. Also, get ready to be mesmerised by the Dravidian styles of architecture on murals, stone carvings, and various structures in this city of Kerala.
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- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Mobile ticket
What's included
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Local guide
Bottled water
Private tour
Transport by private air-conditioned vehicle
Camera charges at monuments
Gratuities
Food and drinks
Meeting and pickup
Pickup is offered for all travelers.
Good to know
• Comfortable walking shoes are recommended
• If you will not be arriving at your destination within the specified reconfirmation period, please reconfirm with the local service provider prior to travel, or upon arrival at your destination. Please note that departure times and locations may vary slightly.
Hotel pickups commence prior to this time, you must contact the local service provider to verify your exact pickup time.
What to expect
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Sree Padmanabhaswamy Temple
1 hour
Padmanabhaswamy temple is located inside the East Fort. As per the Hindu Holy Text Bhagwat Gita, Balarama visited this temple. A fine blend of the Kerala and Dravidian styles of architecture, the temple has many legends associated with major narratives being dedicated to Lord Vishnu. The holy place is also known for its mural paintings and stone carvings. One among the 108 sacred Vishnu shrines in India, the presiding deity here is Lord Vishnu reclining on Anantha, the serpent.
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Shri Chitra Art Gallery
30 min
Sree Chitra Art Gallery is an art gallery in Thiruvananthapuram, India, established in 1935. It is located towards the northern side of the Napier Museum. It was inaugurated by Chithira Thirunal Balarama Varma
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Napier Museum
1 hour
In the heart of Thiruvananthapuram city lies the great Napier Museum and the Natural History Museum in the Museum compound, close to the Zoological park. Built in the 19th century, it has its own natural air-conditioning system. It contains a host of historical artefacts including bronze idols, ancient ornaments, a temple chariot and ivory carvings. People are especially impressed by the Japanese shadow-play leather that is used to depict the epics of the Mahabharata and Ramayana.Kerala's rich cultural heritage is in full display here. The museum was named after the former Madras Governor General, John Napier. Also known as Government Art Museum, the architectural style of museum is a mix of Indian, Chinese, Kerala and Mughal Schools of Architecture.
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Kuthiramalika Palace Museum
30 min
Kuthiramalika is a palace built by Swathi Thirunal Rama Varma on the south-eastern side of Padmanabhaswamy temple.
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Attukal Bhagavathy Temple
1 hour
The Attukal Bhagavathy Temple is a Hindu religious shrine at Attukal in Kerala, India. Goddess Bhadrakali, mounted over 'vethala', is the main deity in this temple. Bhadrakali, a form of Mahakali, who killed the demon king Daruka, believed to be born from the third eye of lord Shiva.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
Times are local to the experience (Asia/Kolkata).
Additional Information
- Entry into Padmanabhaswamy temple is permitted for only practising Hindus. The main architecture of the temple is on the outside, and the guide will give information regarding the history & traditions of the temple.
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
FAQs about Private Custom Tour: Thiruvananthapuram (Trivandrum) Sightseeing with guide
Can I cancel Private Custom Tour: Thiruvananthapuram (Trivandrum) Sightseeing with guide for free?
Yes. For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
How long does it take?
It takes about 7 hours.
Is pickup offered?
Pickup is offered for all travelers.
What's included?
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Local guide
- Bottled water
- Private tour
- Transport by private air-conditioned vehicle
What's not included?
- Camera charges at monuments
- Gratuities
- Food and drinks
Which places does it visit?
It visits Sree Padmanabhaswamy Temple, Shri Chitra Art Gallery, Napier Museum, Kuthiramalika Palace Museum, Attukal Bhagavathy Temple.
Which languages is it offered in?
It is offered in English.
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