Why choose this Chennai tour ?
On this half day tour of Chennai visit the international headquarters of the Theosophical Society and retrace the steps of its founders, Mme. Blavatsky and Col. Olcott. Next visit the campus of the Kalakshetra Foundation and get a glimpse into the traditional art and dance forms of South India. End the tour with a walk on Elliot’s Beach.
Highlights
• Campus of the Theosophical Society
• Kalakshetra Foundation
• Elliot’s Beach
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What makes Kalakshetra, Theosophical Society & Elliots Beach – Chennai a unique experience ?
You will be picked up from your hotel in the morning and driven to the headquarters of the Theosophical society located in Adyar, a suburb of Chennai. The Society was first established in New York but the headquarters were shifted to India after the two founding members, Mme. Blavatsky and Col. Olcott moved to India. Spend some time exploring the sprawling campus of the Society set amidst lush green gardens. The campus has an exceptional library with a very old collection of books.
Next drive to the campus of Kalakshetra Foundation. The Foundation was set up in 1936 for the preservation and teaching of traditional art and dance forms of South India. The sprawling campus is situated by the seashore and has a collection of several very old trees and plants. You can also see music and dance classes in progress.
After the campus visit, drive over to Elliot’s Beach, an exclusive beach of Chennai that has a Church and a modern temple dedicated to the Hindu Goddess Lakshmi situated close by.
After finishing your tour, enjoy lunch (own expense) at a local restaurant. After lunch, you will be driven back to your hotel.
Tour Description & 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 below 15 must be accompanied by an adult.
- Not recommended for pregnant women and people with back problems.
- Consider wearing comfortable clothes and walking shoes.
- Theosophical Society remains closed on Sundays & Public Holidays, while, Kalakshetra remains closed on Saturdays, Sundays & Public Holidays.
- Kalakshetra timings: 08.30 to 11.00 am
- Theosophical Society timings: 8:30 to 10 a.m. and 2:00 to 4:00 p.m.
Options To Choose for Your Trip:
- 1-8 Travelers
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Price per person for 1-8 travelers
- 02 bottles of mineral water per person
- Local English speaking guide
- Transport by private air-conditioned vehicle
- Hotel pick-up and drop-off
Not Included
- Food or drink, unless specified
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Special Instructions:
- This Tour is Provided by SITA World Tours.
- Tour Timezone & Starts at Asia/Kolkata.
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted.
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Minimum 1 Travelers is required to book.
- Maximum 8 Travelers is accepted for booking.
Hotel pickups commence approximately 30 – 60 minutes prior to this time, exact pickup time will be advised on reconfirmation.
