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STORIES OF THANJAVUR, CRAFTED FOR YOUR STAY

AT GREAT TRAILS RIVER VIEW RESORT THANJAVUR BY GRT HOTELS, EXPERIENCES UNFOLD LIKE CHAPTERS OF A LIVING BOOK OF EMPIRES AND ARTISANS, RIVERS AND RITUALS, FLAVOURS AND FESTIVALS. WHETHER YOU SEEK HERITAGE, ADVENTURE, WELLNESS OR ROMANCE, EACH KATHA IS CRAFTED TO LET YOU EXPERIENCE THANJAVUR IN ITS TRUEST ESSENCE.

STEP IN AND CRAFT YOUR OWN GREAT KATHAS.

DIVINE DARSHAN KATHA

Stones, Shrines & Silent Prayers

Tracing sacred echoes through time

Visit the Brihadeeswarar Temple and 3 Divya Desams where faith and art stand timeless in a soulful walk through centuries of devotion.

Time: 1:00 PM – 8:00 PM

Price: INR 3,500Min. 4 guests

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Divine Alignment – The Navagraha Trail

2 days. 9 celestial shrines. Infinite grace.

A two-day spiritual journey across nine Navagraha temples that blend clarity, vitality, healing and karmic balance.

Connect with our Divine Darshan Sutradhar at the reception to plan your experience.

FOODIE KATHA

Masala Memories

A culinary crash course in south indian soul food

Harvest fresh produce, learn age-old cooking secrets and master sambar, chutneys and idlis. It’s a hands-on celebration of stories, flavours and laughter passed down through generations.

Time: 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM

Complimentary

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A Feast Called South

The grand south indian experience at Dhanyam

Relish a multi-course Elai Sapadu from five South Indian states, served on banana leaves with authentic flavours, stories and festive warmth.

Time: 2:30 PM – 3:00 PM & 1:30 PM – 11:00 PM

Price: INR 1,800Per guest | Min. 4 guests

HERITAGE KATHA

Past Forward: Thanjavur in 3 Chapters

Where empires whisper through corridors

Walk through the Maratha Palace, explore rare manuscripts at Saraswathi Mahal Library and marvel at timeless bronzes in the Tanjore Museum. This curated journey brings the golden age of Thanjavur alive.

Time: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Price: INR 1,500Up to 4 guests

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Riding Through Relics

Pedal back to the british era

Cycle past paddy fields, lotus ponds and village trails to reach the Thennperambur Dam. Built in 1910, this colonial relic is where nature and nostalgia meet.

Time: 1:00 AM – 6:00 PM

Complimentary

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ADVENTURE KATHA

Thrill Trifecta

Three challenges. One thrill.

Swing, balance and climb your way through high rope obstacles that test courage and coordination. Laughter, teamwork and adrenaline guaranteed.

Time: 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM

Price: INR 1,000Per guest

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NATURE KATHA

The Early Beak Walk

Discover wings where you least expect

Join our naturalist for a sunrise walk through misty trails, spotting kingfishers and peacocks in their morning rhythm as a gentle start for nature lovers.

Time: 6:30 AM – 7:30 AM

Complimentary

Birdsong Boulevard

Beauty in flight, close at hand

Stroll through Rajaji Bird Park, a haven of vibrant feathers and gentle songs of local and exotic birds, perfect for families and seekers of nature’s melody.

Time: 5:30 PM – 6:00 PM

Price: INR 2,000Min. 4 guests

DISCOVERY KATHA

Ripples & Ragas

A classical evening on the water’s edge

Set by the Vennar River, experience a soulful veena recital as twilight blends with music, water and silence in a rare riverside concert of Carnatic tradition.

Time: 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM

Price: INR 5,000

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NATIVE KATHA

Clay Whisperers

Where every doll has a story.

Watch artisans craft Thanjavur’s iconic bobblehead dolls locally known as Thalaiyatti Bommai from raw clay to painted charm. Folk storytelling in motion, shaped by generations of skill.

Time: 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM

Price: INR 1,800Up to 4 guests

Brushstrokes & Bhakti

Art that glows with divine detail

Step into a Tanjore painting studio where gold leaf and jewel tones transform devotion into art. Take home not just a painting but a deeper appreciation for centuries of South Indian tradition.

Time: 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM

Price: INR 1,800Up to 4 guests

The Saraswati Soundsmiths

Hold the sacred craft in your hands

Meet master artisans who shape jackfruit wood into veenas and witness music take birth in their hands, each step echoing devotion and precision.

Time: 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM

Price: INR 1,800Up to 4 guests

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ARTISAN KATHA

Tanjore on the Rocks

Shake up your evening, tanjore style

Mix South Indian-inspired cocktails with curry leaves, palm sugar and tamarind fizz guided by our mixologist in a spirited blend of heritage and fun.

Time: 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM

Price: INR 1,400Per guest

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WELLNESS KATHA

Bodhi Prana Essence Flow

A journey inward, guided by ancient sciences

Our in-house experts blend Ayurveda and modern therapies to design sessions tailored to your body, lifestyle and goals. Includes body reset treatments, dosha analysis, yoga and meditation.

Time: As per appointment

Price: As per menu

Salutations to the Sun

Sunrise yoga & meditation

Reawaken mind and body with Surya Namaskar, guided breathing and serene walks in a morning ritual of balance under open skies.

Time: 7:00 AM – 9:00 AM & 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM

Price: INR 1,200Min. 4 guests

FAMILY KATHA

The Village Game Jam

Fun beneath the banyan tree

Play traditional village games like Pallanguzhi, gilli-danda and kabaddi with your loved ones as folktales and laughter fill the air in a sunset hour of pure bonding.

Time: 4:30 PM – 5:30 PM

Complimentary

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LOVE KATHA

Cauvery Crush

Romance served by the river

A candlelit 5-course dinner by the river under the stars. Perfect for proposals, anniversaries or simply celebrating togetherness.

Time: 7:00 PM – 11:00 PM

Price: INR 9,000Per couple | Prior booking required

TERMS & CONDITIONS
GREAT KATHAS BY GRT HOTELS & RESORTS

1. Bookings & Payments

  • All experiences must be booked in advance through the hotel concierge, front desk, official website or designated partner platforms.
  • Prices are inclusive of GST, taxes and service charges (unless otherwise specified).
  • In cases of adverse weather, safety concerns or operational challenges, GRT Hotels & Resorts reserves the right to cancel or reschedule experiences. Guests will be offered either a full refund or the option to reschedule.

2. Experience Guidelines

  • Some Kathas are weather-dependent and may be subject to last-minute changes.
  • Guests are requested to inform the team of any medical conditions, mobility concerns or dietary restrictions at the time of booking.
  • Children under 12 years must be accompanied by an adult unless the experience is explicitly marked as kid-friendly.

3. Conduct & Safety

  • Guests are expected to behave responsibly and respectfully towards local traditions, guides, fellow participants and hotel staff.

4. Liability Waiver

  • Participation in GReaT Kathas is at the guest’s own risk. While GRT Hotels & Resorts maintains the highest safety standards, the hotel will not be held liable for any injury, loss or damage incurred during or after the experience.
  • Guests are responsible for safeguarding their personal belongings at all times.

5. Amendments

  • GRT Hotels & Resorts reserves the right to modify, suspend or withdraw any GReaT Katha experience without prior notice due to operational requirements or external factors beyond the hotel’s control.

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