Top 10 things to do in Chennai
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011. From Chennai Private Day Tour to Silk City Kanchipuram
10 hoursFrom₹8,710/ personFree cancellationInstant confirmationExperience a day in Kanchipuram, the City of a Thousand Temples. Explore its historic temples, witness exquisite silk weaving, and immerse yourself in the spiritual, cultural essence of South India.
022. 7-Day Tamilnadu Temple Private Guided Tour from Chennai
7 daysFrom₹1,07,904/ personFree cancellationInstant confirmationEmbark on a journey through South India’s ancient temples and spiritual landmarks. Visit Chennai’s Kapaleeshwarar Temple, Trichy’s Ranganathaswamy Temple, Madurai’s Meenakshi Temple, and explore the sacred lore of Rameshwaram. Conclude your journey at the serene beaches of Kanyakumari, experiencing the rich spiritual and cultural heritage of the region.
033. Chennai, Guided Birding And Birding Photo Trip With Spot Scope, 2 to 3 Hours
5.0· 17 reviewsFrom₹6,000/ personFree cancellationInstant confirmationOur Chennai Birding or Birding Photography or Birdwatching trips are popular. Why should you do Birdwatching Trip with KeyTerns? - You will be taken to the best locations to see maximum / rare species - You will get enhanced birdwatching with the experienced Birding Guide and Bird call expert using high end Spotting Scope / Binocular - You will experience the best Birdwatching, and learning several species of birds, their behaviors, sound and life. - You will do some stunning Birding photography - Much more Curator profile: Curator is Subbu. He is a passionate Birdwatcher, Bird call specialist, Bird sound recorder and a Researcher providing lectures at various places. He can identify a bird by listening to the sound. He has contributed a lot to the Bird counting and is part of various Birding organizations. He uses high quality Spotting Scope or Binoculars to spot the birds at distance and explains. Last Birding Trip details 2.96 km, 192 minutes, 298 Birds of 48 Species identified.
044. Golden Triangle Tour 4 Days From Chennai with Return Flights
5.0· 4 reviews4 daysFrom₹91,936/ personFree cancellationInstant confirmationIt would be hard to imagine to tour in Delhi, Agra and Jaipur within 4 days only from Chennai as the distance is quite big and holidays are not so long. But, we make it possible with our smart yet complete tour solution namely Golden Triangle Tour 4 Days From Chennai package. Check out the complete itinerary of this package right below: Tour Highlights – • An unforgettable tour to world famous landmarks of Delhi, Agra and Jaipur • Visiting lavishness of Rajasthani Royal families while touring around palaces and forts of ancient time in Jaipur • Experiencing the grandeur of Mughal Era while stepping around Taj Mahal and Agra Fort • Discovering the exquisiteness of ancient and modern heritage sites located in Capital city of India – Delhi • Convenient transfers in a private AC car to various attractions • Airport transfers in Chennai and Delhi • Overnight Stay in a heritage hotel in Jaipur
055. Chennai Market Tour & Cooking Class in a Local Home with Meena
5.0· 39 reviews3 hoursFrom₹5,226/ personFree cancellationYou can expect an authentic vegetarian South Indian cooking class and meal - cooked using family recipes, local spices and vegetables. Your meal will be served the traditional way on banana leaves. A few dishes that you might cook and eat together are kuzhambu (lentil curry), lemon or ginger or garlic rasam (spiced soup), kootu or avial or olan (vegetables cooked in a coconut gravy) and rice. End your meal with an Indian dessert such as payasam (milk pudding) or sakkara pongal (sweet made with jaggery and lentils) or kesari (South Indian dessert made with semolina) and filter coffee. • Private South Indian cooking class in Chennai • Learn to cook vegetarian South Indian dishes such as sambar, kootu, rasam or dosa • Experience South Indian hospitality in a residential neighborhood of Alwarpet • Vegetarian options available • If you choose the market tour option, get a guided tour of the Mylapore vegetable and fruit market
066. One day private tour of Pondicherry from Chennai in car with a guide
4.9· 55 reviews12 hoursFrom₹15,000/ personFree cancellationInstant confirmationThis is a day trip from Chennai organized in a private car. The highlights include a visit to Aurobindo Ashram, which is dedicated to Sri Aurobindo Ghosh the philosopher and revolutionary, French heritage walk followed by French lunch, the lovely esplanade beside the Bay of Bengal, visit to a unique handmade paper factory and Auroville the global village. This is an all-inclusive trip where we take care of transport, breakfast & lunch, activities and the services of a full-time tour guide.
077. Mahabalipuram Art History and Culture Private Tour from Chennai
4.9· 9 reviews6 hoursFrom₹8,000/ personFree cancellationInstant confirmationDiscover Mahabalipuram on our exclusive private day tour led by accomplished, highly educated cultural custodians with backgrounds in History, architecture and fine arts. Mahabalipuram was an important ancient port well known to the ancient Romans and Greeks. The charming town is today renowned the world over for its exquisite 6th century rock cut temples and intricate statues of stone and is an UNESCO designated World Heritage Site - an "area of of outstanding value to humanity." You will be amazed by the art work in granite. On the way, we visit an interesting "living museum" of South India, Dakshin Chitra to enable an understanding of South Indian way of life through the centuries. The tour is perfect for those seeking an understanding in Indian art, history and culture and is children friendly. This day tour with us has been described by many discerning travellers as one of the most fascinating day tours in India. Note: Lunch not included. You must pay for the guides lunch.
088. Exploring Mylapore: A Cultural & Historical Walking Tour
4.9· 43 reviews3 hoursFrom₹2,613/ personFree cancellationInstant confirmationDuring this walk, you will visit the temple in the company of our knowledgeable guide. We will also walk through the surrounding areas, where you can see Mylapore in all its crowded chaos. The jewellers, silk merchants, fruit and vegetable sellers and the flower vendors in the bazaars provide a colourful backdrop to the temple. The walk takes us through small lanes with old-style homes, through silk shops, stores selling music and religious memorablia, ‘kutcheri’ auditoriums, etc. Visit the Kapaleeshwara Temple, the Santhome Church, and walk through the by-lanes of Mylapore during this 3-hour tour. The tour is mostly on foot with a short stretch in an auto-rickshaw (local tuk-tuk) that are arranged and included in the tour and it will end with south Indian refreshments.
099. Discovering the Best of Chennai: A Full Day City Tour
4.5· 2 reviewsFrom₹6,097/ personFree cancellationEmbark on a captivating journey through Chennai with our "Discovering the Best of Chennai: A Full Day City Tour." Begin your day with the awe-inspiring Kapaleeshwarar Temple, a magnificent ode to Lord Shiva boasting Dravidian-style architecture. Explore the historic Fort St. George, a symbol of British colonial power, and delve into Chennai's rich past at the Government Museum. Indulge in authentic Chennai cuisine during a lunch break before experiencing the vibrant energy of Marina Beach, one of the world's longest urban beaches. Discover the spiritual serenity of the San Thome Basilica and delve into the teachings of Swami Vivekananda at Vivekananda House. As the day concludes, marvel at the grandeur of the Madras High Court and Ripon Building, reflecting Chennai's architectural heritage. Your memorable tour ends with a drop-off at your hotel, leaving you with cherished memories of Chennai's cultural tapestry.
1010. Chennai City Highlights – Government Museum & Temple Discovery
4.1· 7 reviews4 hoursFrom₹7,065/ personFree cancellationInstant confirmationSee Chennai’s historical and architectural gems on this half-day private sightseeing tour. Visit Fort St George, the first English fortress in India, and browse interesting art collections and exhibits at the Government Museum, which houses the largest collection of Roman antiquities outside of Europe. Learn about the Dravidian architecture of Kapaleeshwar Temple, built in the 7th century, and enjoy scenic views of Chennai on a drive along Marina Beach.