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Chennai full day city tour
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At a glance
- Duration
- 8 hours
- Price from
- $101 / person
- Location
- Chennai, India
- Rating
- 5.0 / 5 · 1 reviews
- Languages
- EN
- Group
- Private
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Hotel pickup
- Available
- Confirmation
- Within 24h
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operator
- Chennai 5 Senses Tours
Description
Chennai City Tour is a day trip organized in a private vehicle to experience authentic Chennai with its rich cultural heritage. The highlights include a visit to Mylapore to visit Chennai’s most famous temple of Kapaleeswar, the magnificent San Thome Basilica, Ramakrishna Math the monastic organization and Fort St George which played a crucial role in establishing British rule in India.
Schedule & prices
- Runs
- Every day
- Start times
- 7:00 AM
- Next available
- Thu, Oct 8
- Adult (ages 13–70)
- $101
- Child (ages 3–12)
- $85
- Infant (ages 0–2)
- Free
Prices are per person when two book together; a solo traveller pays $133.
Larger groups pay less per person.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 7.
Tour Options
Itinerary
We head towards Mylapore an ancient residential neighborhood of Chennai and a cultural hot spot today. It history goes back to Roman times when it used to trade pepper and fine cloth with Rome for Gold! It was occupied by the Portuguese in the 16th century and later fell into the hands of the British till India’s independence in 1947. We visit the magnificent Kapaleeshwar temple. Built in the 7th century this temple is dedicated to Lord Shiva. Built in Dravidian style architecture it has a towering “Gopuram”. Guests can expect a mesmerizing experience of rituals and serenity inside the temple.
Sri Ramakrishna Math
Chennai City Tour takes us next to a unique monastic organization called Ramakrishna Mutt, dedicated to Sri Ramakrishna the 19th century saint. Guests will get to see the universal temple, the shrine, a beautiful Mantapam, a multimedia museum and an enchanting library.
Santhome Cathedral Basilica
We visit the famous San Thome Basilica, the principal church of the Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Madras and Mylapore. In the 10th century AD Christians from Persia, founded this Christian village of Santhome, and then they built a Church and tomb over the burial site of St.Thomas. Built in Neo gothic style, the present structure was built by the Portuguese explorers in the 16th century. The highlight of this Basilica are the relics of St Thomas himself.
Fort St. George
The last leg of Chennai City Tour takes us to Fort Saint George, the first English Fortress built in 1644 by the East India Company. During this visit we will understand how the British came to dominate India , their rule and finally how India won its independence. We will visit St Mary’s Church, the oldest Anglican Church of India. We will also visit a quaint museum rich with relics of the colonial times.
What's included
Included
Pick up and drop in car
Lunch
Entrance charges
Guide
Pickup Locations & Times
all hotels in Chennai
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
5.0
1 reviews
How it compares in Chennai
- Starting price $101 is 21% below the typical $128 for tours of similar length in Chennai
Excurgo comparison of 313 Viator tours, recalculated daily.
Important Information
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
1+ days before100% refund
0–1 days before0% refund
Frequently asked questions
How long does Chennai full day city tour take?
Chennai full day city tour lasts about 8 hours. The itinerary has 4 stops.
How much does Chennai full day city tour cost?
Prices start at $101 per person for this Chennai experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. That is the per-person price when two book together; a solo traveller pays $133. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
What days does Chennai full day city tour run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, starting at 7:00 AM.
How much does Chennai full day city tour cost for children?
Children aged 3–12 pay from $85, adults from $101. Infants go free.
Can I cancel Chennai full day city tour for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Is hotel pickup included?
Yes, pickup is offered. all hotels in Chennai Pickup points include Chennai Airport, Taj Coromandel Chennai.
What languages is Chennai full day city tour offered in?
The experience is available in EN.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a private experience: only your party takes part. Up to 10 travellers can book together.
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Confirmation is sent by the operator within 24 hours of booking.
Is Chennai full day city tour worth it?
Travellers rate it 5.0 out of 5 across 1 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by Chennai 5 Senses Tours.
Reviews(1)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
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