Chettinad Heritage Experience Package
Includes/Excludes
Cost Includes
- Well appointed rooms in above mentioned hotels/similar
- Complimentary Breakfast at all hotels
- All Sightseeing as per the itinerary
- All expenses regarding vehicle and driver as per itinerary
- All Applicable Hotel and Transport Taxes
Cost Excludes
- Meals not mentioned in the itinerary
- Entry fees to tourist spots, monuments, etc
- Charges for any Activity, Boating, Jeep Safari etc
- Porterage at hotels and airports, tips, insurance, laundry, liquor, wine, etc
- All items of a personal nature
- Any cost arising due to natural calamities like landslides, roadblocks, etc
- Any increase in taxes or fuel leading to an increase in surface transport
- 5% GST
- NOTE: Anything not in inclusions is excluded
Overview
Experience timeless elegance in the heart of Tamil Nadu. The Chettinad Heritage Experience Package offers a rare opportunity to explore one of South India’s most unique cultural destinations — Chettinad. Famed for its opulent mansions, flavorful cuisine, sacred temples, and artisan crafts, Chettinad is a living museum of Tamil heritage.
Stay in a traditional Chettinad setting at the Chettinad Heritage and Wellness Resort, where every detail tells a story of the Nagarathar legacy.
Tour Highlights
- Guided Mansion Tours & Architecture Walks: Explore the majestic KMPR Palace, built in the 1870s, and take a heritage walk through Nachandupatti village—an open-air gallery of Chettinad architecture. Discover the region’s rich craftsmanship by learning about Athangudi tile-making, terracotta art, and intricate pillar carving. Complete the experience with a visit to the vibrant Chettinad Antique Market in Karaikudi, a treasure trove of heritage collectibles.
- Live Cultural Performances: Enrich your evenings with curated cultural showcases, including graceful Bharatanatyam dance and soulful Carnatic music, the dynamic Silambattam martial art and folk Karagaattam dance, traditional Nadhaswaram performances at sunset, and the chance to witness or participate in local temple festivals and seasonal Chettinad wedding events.
- Included in full-house bookings or available as add-ons: Dine like a Chettiar royal with a lavish traditional meal served inside the 200-year-old KMPR Mansion's palatial dining hall (seating up to 200 guests), featuring an elaborate Chettinad thali with multiple vegetarian and non-vegetarian courses, accompanied by live cooking demonstrations that reveal the secrets of local ingredients and culinary techniques.
- Explore Rural Tamil Nadu: Explore rural Tamil Nadu with immersive experiences like a village bullock cart ride, vintage jeep safari through the lush countryside, Lambretta scooter tour within the estate, tractor ride to the fields, and a visit to the vibrant Sunday village market — all perfect for photography enthusiasts with 40+ scenic spots across the estate and beyond.
- Wellness Amid Heritage: Relax at our Kerala-style Savukkai Ayurvedic Spa with rejuvenating herbal massages, detox therapies, and traditional steam treatments for holistic well-being.
- Also enjoy: Unwind with a serene swimming pool, enjoy both outdoor and indoor games, and find peace in our meditation-friendly garden areas.
- Craft, Culture & Shopping: Take home a piece of Chettinad with handwoven Kandangi sarees, Athangudi handmade tiles, temple-inspired jewelry, palm-leaf baskets (Kottan), and Chettinad brassware & antiques—available at our in-house heritage shop or through guided craft trails to artisan workshops.
- Temples & Forts Nearby: Enjoy immersive guided tours to some of the region’s most sacred and historic landmarks, all conveniently located within a 30 to 90-minute drive from the resort. Explore the ancient Pillayarpatti Rock-Cut Temple, dating back to the 7th century AD, marvel at the historic Thirumayam Fort, a proud symbol of Tamil resistance during British rule, and discover the exquisite 9th-century murals at the Sittanavasal Jain Cave. Each site offers a unique glimpse into the rich cultural and spiritual heritage of the area.
