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Private Half-Day Tour in Chennai – India’s Gateway to the South
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4 Hours
Mobile ticket
Pickup offered
Offered in: English
Overview
Chennai, formerly called Madras, is a collection of urban villages and diverse neighborhoods and the capital of the Indian state Tamil Nadu. As the gateway to India’s South it is the fourth most populous city in India and considers itself the keeper of South Indian artistic, religious and culinary traditions. This tour will allow you to see the most important points of interest within Chennai including galleries, museums, forts, temples and cathedrals.
NOTE: (Expect More People on Ground / Monuments / Public Places During the Tour). You will have Private tour Guide during the Sightseeing Tour.
What's Included
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Private tour
- Professional guide
- Bottled water
- All taxes, fees and handling charges
- Transport by air-conditioned Vehicle
- Round-trip private transfer
- Food and drinks, unless specified
- Gratuities
Meeting And Pickup
Meeting point
Chennai (Madras)
, , Chennai (Madras), India
We will pick up traveler from their hotels / fixed point within city center.
Start time
10:00 AM
End Point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
Pickup points
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Pickup details
We may pick up travelers from city center hotels / fixed point wiithin city limits. In case pick up is outside central points extra cost shall applicable subject to distance applicable.
What To Expect
Fort St. George
You’ll be picked up from your Chennai hotel in the morning and taken on a sightseeing tour by private vehicle. Visit Fort St George, the oldest English fortress in India, founded in 1644. Learn how it now serves as the headquarters for the legislative assembly of the state of Tamil Nadu. Inside, tour St Mary's Church, Wellesley House and the Fort Museum, where you’ll see relics from British rule in India including weapons, coins, medals and uniforms.
1 Hours • Admission Ticket Included
Kapaleeshwarar Temple
Drive to Kapaleeshwar Temple, built in the 7th century and dedicated to Lord Shiva. Learn about its Dravidian architecture, which is evident in its gopuram (ornate monumental tower).
30 Minutes • Admission Ticket Included
Government Museum
Then head to the Indo-Saracenic-style Government Museum (also called the Madras or Chennai Museum), which is the second-oldest museum in India housing the largest collection of Roman antiquities outside of Europe. The Government Museum and National Gallery is home to one of the finest collections of bronze sculptures in the country including some stunning Chola bronzes. With your guide, browse an impressive collection of paintings and sculptures, both traditional and modern, and explore diverse exhibits featuring archaeological findings, coins, sculptures, palm-leaf manuscripts and Amravati paintings, as well as rare works from famous Indian artists like Raja Ravi Varma.
1 Hours • Admission Ticket Included
Marina Beach
Before returning to your hotel, drive along Marina Beach for fantastic views of Chennai’s beautiful ocean front.
30 Minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Children under age of 10 must be accompanied by an adult
- A maximum of 8 people per booking
- Dress Code: Dress modestly; arms and legs must be covered at places of worship. Shoes must be removed at most places of worship
Operated by SITA World Tours
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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