Private Pochampally Textile Village Tour from Hyderabad

Summary

Choose a morning or afternoon tour, and after Hyderabad hotel pickup, travel by private vehicle through pretty hills to Bhoodan Pochampally, 25 miles (40 kilometers) to the south. On route, hear about Pochampally’s history, and how its Bhoodan name was added in 1951 when a landlord gave spare land to the locals as part of a land gift (bhoodan) movement. Learn about the Pochampally ‘ikkat’ weave, a style of tie-dye that see geometric designs transferred onto mainly silk and cotton threads before they’re woven together, creating mainly saris. Local farmers import the raw materials from Dharmavaram, and the finished products are then sold through a village co-operative or exported worldwide. On arrival, watch the villagers tie-dying and making the ‘ikkat’ textiles in their homes. Note how each member of a household is closely involved, and admire their speed and dexterity. Then, visit the Swamy Ramananda Thirtha Rural Institute that trains locals in entrepreneurial skills, and explore an art gallery showcasing the artistry of ikkat. Finally, check out Ponchampally’s famous 101 Darwaja (doors) House. Explore this old house, so-called for its 101 doors, and learn how it came to be before your tour ends with a hotel drop-off in Hyderabad.

Tour info

Duration
4 hours
Group Size
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Meeting Point
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Why take this tour?

Spread over an attractive corner of the Deccan plateau, Pochampally is a well known silk weaving center in the state of Andhra Pradesh in South India. Every member of the artisan household is closely integrated with the intricate tie-dye process of Ikkat weaving. The craft has earned a reputation worldwide and a glimpse at the dexterous village folk explains why this enduring tradition has not only survived but also thrived!

What’s included?

  • Hotel pickup and drop-off

  • Private local Knowledgeable guide

  • Private walking tour in the village

  • Transport by private vehicle

  • Bottled water

  • Gratuities

  • Food and drinks, unless specified

Things to know

Before you book

  • Duration: 4h

  • Mobile tickets accepted

  • Instant confirmation

Cancellation Policy

    For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.

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