11. Chennai Private Tour with Female Guide
5.0· 8 reviewsWhat sets my Chennai tours apart is the personal touch and insider knowledge I bring as a local. I will take you to attractions like Marina Beach, Bessy Beach, food streets, shopping bazaars, antique shopping, and nightlife spots. You can savor mouthwatering street food, discover unique shopping spots, and immerse yourself in the city's lively nightlife. My guided tours offer a truly immersive and personalized adventure. They are ideal for adventure seekers, families with children, and cultural enthusiasts. Book with me to experience Chennai through the eyes of a local expert. Gain insider knowledge, enjoy memorable encounters with local traditions, and embark on an enriching journey that highlights the best of Chennai's culture and charm!
22. Chennai in a Day: Private Guided Full-Day Sightseeing Tour
5.0· 2 reviewsExplore Chennai's iconic landmarks and rich heritage with our guided sightseeing tour. Our tour takes you on a drive through the old part of Chennai, including George Town, Egmore Railway Station, Rippon Buildings, Victoria Hall, Central Railway Station, and Southern Railway Head Quarters - all showcasing the exquisite British style heritage buildings. Visit the Government Museum Complex, including the Art and Bronze Gallery, Fort Complex, Fort Museum, and St. Mary's Church, to gain a deeper insight into Chennai's rich history. Admire the panoramic view of Marina Beach, the longest beach in India, and visit Santhome Cathedral Church and Kapaleeshwar Temple. Explore the vibrant markets of Parry's Corner, Flower Markets, and High Court Buildings. Our tour lasts around 7-8 hours, providing you with an immersive experience of the city's culture, and we'll even make a stop for lunch (at your own expense).
33. Mahabalipuram tour by Tourism Ministry approved company
5.0· 434 reviews· 7 hoursWhen Marco Polo sailed past this coastline in the 13th century he recorded seeing a city of seven pagodas rising above the sea. Only one still stands. Archaeologists have found the others submerged offshore. The Pallava kings of the 7th and 8th centuries carved an entire world from the boulders here — five Mahabharata chariots from single rocks, a hundred-foot bas-relief with a satirical cat imitating a holy man while mice gather around it, a five-metre boulder balanced on a slope for thirteen centuries that a British administrator failed to move with an elephant, and the Shore Temple still reflecting in the Bay of Bengal at high tide. Our private Mahabalipuram tour from Chennai covers all of it with a cultural guide who brings every stone to life. Private car, expert guide, all entry fees and lunch included. 5 Senses Tours is recognised by the Department of Tourism, a winner of the Outlook Responsible Tourism Award and the Tripadvisor Travellers Choice Award.
44. Mahabalipuram & Kanchipuram by tourism ministry approved company
4.9· 280 reviews· 12 hoursIn this day tour from Chennai, we will visit the twin wonders of Pallava architecture, Mahabalipuram and Kanchipuram. This tour is hosted by a Five Senses Tours which is a company approved by the ministry of tourism and is also a member of the prestigious Indian association of Tour Operators. We will cover the magnificent temples of Ekambareswar & Kailashnath in Kanchipuram. After that we visit the ancient sea port of Mahabalipuram and visit the legendary rock cut structures lie Arjuna's penance, Five Rathas and the iconic Shore temple which served literally as the beacon for sea farers from the 8th century onwards. The company promotes local livelihood by training and employing local guides and patronising local businesses. This is a fully guided tour with pick up and drop, private car, full time guide, lunch and all entrance charges as well.
55. Full-Day Private Tour to the Kanchipuram Temples from Chennai
4.9· 77 reviews· 13 hoursKanchipuram is one of the seven sacred cities of Hinduism. The Pallava kings who ruled here between the 4th and 9th centuries invented the Dravidian stone temple tradition that went on to define religious architecture across South and Southeast Asia for a thousand years. The Kailasanathar Temple is the oldest surviving structural temple in Tamil Nadu and the largest sandstone temple in the world. The Ekambareswarar Temple is one of the five Pancha Bhuta Stalas, with a mango tree inside said to be over 3,500 years old. The city is equally famous for its silk sarees, woven from pure mulberry silk with gold zari borders by over 5,000 weaving families. This tour takes you into the home of a master weaver to see how they are made. Private car from Chennai, expert cultural guide, entry fees and South Indian lunch included. 5 Senses Tours is recognised by the Department of Tourism, a winner of the Outlook Responsible Tourism Award and the Tripadvisor Travellers Choice Award.
66. Private tour of Madurai city with guide for a cultural immersion
4.9· 34 reviews· 8 hoursExperience cultural immersion in Madurai with its 2500 year old heritage at Meenakshi Temple, architectural marvel of Thirumalai Nayakar Palace, the charm of a Potters village, Gandhi museum and a local bazaar walk with a sip of Jigarthanda, the local cold beverage! Our company is committed to strengthening local communities. We help train and employ local guides and support local businesses to ensure travel dollars stay where they are spent.
77. Splendid Chennai: Private Half Day Tour of Chennai
4.8· 15 reviews· 6 hoursExperience the cultural and spiritual beauty of Chennai on this private half-day tour. Chennai, known as the “Gateway to South India,” is a city full of ancient temples, colonial buildings, busy markets, and peaceful beaches. With an expert guide and comfortable car, this tour will help you see the best of Chennai in just a few hours.
88. Total Chennai city tour in Private car with guide & lunch by Wonder tours
4.8· 82 reviewsMorning you will be picked up from your hotel in Chennai.Spend your day exploring Marina Beach,Chennai's cultural hub of Mylapore Kapaleeshwar Temple and the San Thome Basilica, followed by a traditional South Indian lunch in a local restaurant and visit the shrine at Ramakrishna Math, followed by a visit to the 17th-century Fort Saint George before returning to your hotel.
99. Mahabalipuram Private tour from Chennai by car with guide and lunch by Wonder
4.8· 144 reviews· 7 hoursMamallapuram (also called Mahaballipuram) is about an hour's drive from Chennai on the East Coast Road. It was the second capital and seaport of the Pallava Kings who ruled in the 5th century. Local legend has it that there was once a beautiful city here with seven temples, which the Gods submerged under the sea in anger.until in 2002, an Indo-British team of divers discovered a series of man-made structures under water, covering an area of several square miles.Today at Mamallapuram, you can see the famous Shore Temple, the only surviving temple out of the original seven (the rest have sunk under the sea). The Shore Temple is among the oldest temples of South India and represents the final flowering of Pallava art. Arjuna's Penance, one of the world's biggest bas-reliefs depicts the story of the descent of the River Ganges from Heaven to Earth. Cave temples and massive monolithic sculptures (carved from a single large block of granite) make Mamallapuram a place to remember.
1010. Chennai to Kanchipuram and Mahabalipuram with Pondicherry Drop
3.0· 2 reviews· 12 hoursFull-day tour exploring historic temples in Kanchipuram and Mahabalipuram, ending with a scenic drive to Pondicherry. Includes guide, entry tickets, and private transfers.
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