Private Half-Day Tour in Chennai – India’s Gateway to the South

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.

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.

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).

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.

Before returning to your hotel, drive along Marina Beach for fantastic views of Chennai’s beautiful ocean front.

• 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

• 1-8 Traveller
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  Pickup included

• Hotel pickup and drop-off
• Private tour
• Professional guide
• All taxes, fees and handling charges
• Transport by air-conditioned Vehicle
• Round-trip private transfer

• Food and drinks, unless specified

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• Please note: entrance tickets and transport included. This voucher will not be accepted if presented directly at the venue.
• Comfortable walking shoes are recommended
• If you will not be arriving at your destination within the specified reconfirmation period, please reconfirm with the local service provider prior to travel, or upon arrival at your destination. Please note that departure times and locations may vary slightly.
• Dress Code: Dress modestly; arms and legs must be covered at places of worship. Shoes must be removed at most places of worship

Hotel pickups commence approximately 30 – 60 minutes prior to this time

All flight times are approximate and subject to change due to weather conditions and weight restrictions.

Please be advised..

• 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.