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Private tourOnly your group will participate
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Overview
On this private sightseeing tour of Chennai, the capital city of Tamil Nadu, discover the city’s architectural diversity with visits to popular landmarks including Fort St George, the Government Museum, the Madras High Court and the Ripon Building. As you explore this bustling metropolis and cultural hub, your private guide will teach you about the fusion of traditional Dravidian (South Indian) styles of architecture with European colonial influences. You’ll also discover Chennai's religious diversity while exploring San Thome Cathedral and Kapaleeshwar Temple, and soak in the vibrant beauty of the city with a stroll through a flower market.
What's included
Local English-speaking guide
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Transport by air-conditioned vehicle
Bottled water
Gratuities
Any personal expense of personal nature
What to expect
Fort St. George
1h · Admission ticket included
Fort St. George is the first English fortress in India, founded in 1639, the modern city of Chennai. The construction of the fort provided the impetus for further settlements and trading activity, in what was originally an uninhabited land
Santhome Cathedral Basilica
30m
San Thome Church, is known as St. Thomas Cathedral Basilica and National Shrine of Saint Thomas, is a Roman Catholic minor basilica in Santhome and it was built in 1523 by Portuguese explorers, over the tomb of Saint Thomas, one of the twelve apostles of Jesus
Kapaleeshwarar Temple
30m
Kapaleeshwarar Temple is a Hindu temple dedicated to lord Shiva located in Mylapore.
Government Museum
1h · Admission ticket included
The Government Museum or the Madras Museum, is a museum of human history and culture located in the Government Museum Complex in the neighbourhood of Egmore.
St Mary's Church
30m
St. Mary's Church is the Anglican church located at Fort St George in Chennai, It lies East of Suez and also the oldest British building in India. The church is popularly known as 'Westminster Abbey of the East'
Meeting and pickup
Meeting point
Pick-up point Hotels in Chennai
End point
Pick-up point Hotels in Chennai
Pickup details
Departure Point: Departs from your Chennai hotel
Dates: Daily, except Fridays
Return point: Returns to original departure point
Additional information
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
A moderate amount of walking is involved; comfortable walking shoes are recommended
Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
