Grand Cultural & Coastal Immersion in Chennai

Begin your exploration of Chennai with sacred morning devotions, a private city orientation tour, historic Georgetown walks, and fine dining.

1. 08:00|09:00
   

   Food

   Breakfast at Murugan Idli Shop

   08:00 – 09:00

   Enjoy traditional South Indian breakfast delicacies, including soft idlis and fresh chutneys.

2. 09:15|10:15
   

   Sightseeing

   Morning Devotion at Varasiddhi Vinayaka Temple

   09:15 – 10:15

   Observe quiet morning prayers at this revered local neighborhood shrine.

   • entryFree
3. 10:30|12:30
   

   Sightseeing

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   10:30 – 12:30

   Embark on a private guided city tour tailored to your personal interests.

   • entryINR 524
4. 12:45|14:00
   

   Food

   Lunch at Dakshin

   12:45 – 14:00

   Sample elevated regional cuisines from across South India in a refined setting.

5. 14:15|15:30
   

   Sightseeing

   Heritage Walk in Georgetown

   14:15 – 15:30

   Stroll through the historic mercantile quarter showcasing colonial architecture and vibrant street life.

   • entryUSD 30
6. 15:45|16:45
   

   Sightseeing

   Visit to Kalikambal Temple

   15:45 – 16:45

   Explore the intricate gopurams and sacred inner sanctum of this historic temple.

   • entryFree
7. 17:00|18:00
   

   Sightseeing

   Art Tour at Chennai Museum of Fine Arts

   17:00 – 18:00

   View classical South Indian bronzes and contemporary regional masterpieces.

   • entryUSD 20
8. 18:15|19:15
   

   Sightseeing

   Chennai Night Lights

   18:15 – 19:15

   Take an evening drive past illuminated civic landmarks and coastal avenues.

   • entryFree
9. 19:30|21:00
   

   Food

   Dinner at Southern Spice at Taj Coromandel

   19:30 – 21:00

   Indulge in award-winning South Indian haute cuisine with traditional live music.

Immerse yourself in the traditional arts, culinary markets, and spiritual heart of old Mylapore and Nungambakkam.

1. 08:00|09:00
   

   Food

   Breakfast at Rayar's Mess

   08:00 – 09:00

   Savor authentic filter coffee and piping hot vadai in Mylapore's classic culinary lane.

2. 09:15|10:15
   

   Sightseeing

   Explore Kapaaleeswarar Temple Complex

   09:15 – 10:15

   Marvel at the towering rainbow gopuram and ancient tank of Chennai's premier Shiva temple.

   • entryFree
3. 10:30|11:30
   

   Sightseeing

   Morning Meditation at Sri Ramakrishna Math Temple

   10:30 – 11:30

   Experience serene contemplation inside the peaceful universal temple hall.

   • entryFree
4. 11:45|13:15
   

   Food

   Private Food Trail in Sowcarpet Market

   11:45 – 13:15

   Taste local street food specialties on a private guided walk through bustling market lanes.

5. 13:30|14:30
   

   Food

   Lunch at Annalakshmi Restaurant

   13:30 – 14:30

   Dine on vegetarian delicacies served by attentive cultural volunteers.

6. 14:45|15:45
   

   Sightseeing

   Discover the Architecture of Jain Temple

   14:45 – 15:45

   Examine the detailed marble carvings and quiet courtyards of the neighborhood shrine.

   • entryFree
7. 16:00|17:15
   

   Sightseeing

   Chennai Art Tour

   16:00 – 17:15

   Discover contemporary galleries and local studios displaying regional visual arts.

   • entryFree
8. 17:30|18:45
   

   Sightseeing

   Evening Aarti at Agatheeswarar Temple, Nungambakkam

   17:30 – 18:45

   Witness traditional lamp offerings during the peaceful evening ritual.

   • entryFree
9. 19:30|21:00
   

   Food

   Dinner at Avartana at ITC Grand Chola

   19:30 – 21:00

   Experience progressive multi-course South Indian fine dining.

Travel south along the East Coast Road to uncover UNESCO World Heritage monuments, wildlife conservation sites, and seaside temples.

1. 08:00|09:00
   

   Food

   Breakfast at Saravana Bhavan

   08:00 – 09:00

   Start the morning with South Indian tiffin classics and hot coffee.

2. 09:15|12:30
   

   Sightseeing

   Day Trip to Mahabalipuram (Curated Private Sightseeing Experience)

   09:15 – 12:30

   Explore 7th-century rock-cut relief sculptures and monolithic rathas with a private expert guide.

   • entryINR 12567
3. 12:45|14:00
   

   Food

   Lunch at Wharf 2.0 at InterContinental Chennai

   12:45 – 14:00

   Enjoy fresh local seafood and grilled delicacies beside the ocean.

4. 14:15|15:30
   

   Outdoor

   Explore Madras Crocodile Bank

   14:15 – 15:30

   Observe reptile conservation efforts and native marsh crocodiles in naturalistic enclosures.

5. 15:45|16:45
   

   Sightseeing

   Visit to Jagannath Temple, Kanathur

   15:45 – 16:45

   Admire the grand Puri-style stone architecture along the East Coast Road.

   • entryFree
6. 17:00|18:00
   

   Sightseeing

   Sunset View at Mahabalipuram Shore Temple

   17:00 – 18:00

   Watch the golden evening light strike ancient Pallava stone towers framing the Bay of Bengal.

   • entryFree
7. 18:15|19:15
   

   Sightseeing

   Evening Retreat at Thiruporur Murugan Temple

   18:15 – 19:15

   Unwind in the peaceful spiritual atmosphere of this historic temple complex.

   • entryFree
8. 19:30|21:00
   

   Food

   Dinner at The Flying Elephant

   19:30 – 21:00

   Dine across multiple theatrical culinary stations in a stunning multi-level venue.

Discover colonial Christian heritage around St Thomas Mount, modern dance traditions, and relaxing coastal walks.

1. 08:00|09:00
   

   Food

   Breakfast at Sangeetha Vegetarian Restaurant

   08:00 – 09:00

   Enjoy traditional South Indian breakfast spreads and hot beverages.

2. 09:15|11:15
   

   Sightseeing

   St Thomas tour in Chennai

   09:15 – 11:15

   Visit historical sites associated with Apostle Thomas, including St. Thomas Mount.

   • entryINR 10657
3. 11:30|12:30
   

   Sightseeing

   Visit San Thome Basilica

   11:30 – 12:30

   Tour the neo-Gothic cathedral built over the tomb of St. Thomas.

   • entryFree
4. 12:45|14:00
   

   Food

   Lunch at Marina at The Leela Palace

   12:45 – 14:00

   Savor international buffet offerings with panoramic ocean views.

5. 14:15|15:30
   

   Sightseeing

   Visit to the Theosophical Society

   14:15 – 15:30

   Walk through serene gardens and marvel at the historic 450-year-old banyan tree.

   • entryFree
6. 15:45|17:00
   

   Sightseeing

   Cultural Show at Kalakshetra Foundation

   15:45 – 17:00

   Learn about the preservation of classical Bharatanatyam dance and crafts in a tranquil campus.

   • entryFree
7. 17:15|18:15
   

   Outdoor

   Sunset at Elliot's Beach

   17:15 – 18:15

   Enjoy a pleasant evening sea breeze along the sandy promenade of Besant Nagar.

8. 18:30|19:15
   

   Sightseeing

   Evening Ceremony at Madras Kali Bari Temple

   18:30 – 19:15

   Observe traditional Bengali-style temple chants during evening prayers.

   • entryINR 100
9. 19:30|21:00
   

   Food

   Dinner at Peshawri at ITC Grand Chola

   19:30 – 21:00

   Relish clay-oven cooked tandoori specialties in an authentic rustically decorated room.

Engage in ocean watersports along Covelong Beach before visiting historic seaside sanctuaries in Thiruvanmiyur.

1. 08:00|09:00
   

   Food

   Breakfast at Ratna Cafe

   08:00 – 09:00

   Sample hearty South Indian breakfast items and famous hot sambar.

2. 09:15|11:30
   

   Outdoor

   Surfing and Paddle Boarding Lesson in Chennai

   09:15 – 11:30

   Take a private watersports lesson with experienced instructors in gentle ocean waves.

3. 11:45|12:45
   

   Outdoor

   Surfing at Covelong Beach

   11:45 – 12:45

   Practice your surfing skills along the picturesque coastal strip of Covelong.

4. 13:00|14:15
   

   Food

   Lunch at L'Attitude 49

   13:00 – 14:15

   Dine on Mediterranean and global fusion dishes right along the beachfront.

5. 14:30|15:45
   

   Outdoor

   Surf Turf Adventure

   14:30 – 15:45

   Participate in guided beach sports and seaside outdoor recreation.

6. 16:00|17:00
   

   Sightseeing

   Explore the Chariot Streets of Thiruvanmiyur

   16:00 – 17:00

   Walk along heritage temple car streets lined with traditional South Indian residences.

   • entryFree
7. 17:15|18:15
   

   Sightseeing

   Visit to Marundeeswarar Temple

   17:15 – 18:15

   Explore the vast halls of this ancient temple dedicated to the deity of medicine.

   • entryFree
8. 18:30|19:15
   

   Sightseeing

   Evening Ritual at Arupadai Veedu Murugan Temple

   18:30 – 19:15

   Attend peaceful dusk prayers at this coastal temple complex.

   • entryFree
9. 19:30|21:00
   

   Food

   Dinner at Upper Deck at Vivanta Taj Fisherman's Cove

   19:30 – 21:00

   Enjoy romantic candlelit dining overlooking the moonlit Bay of Bengal.

Excursion to Kanchipuram, the City of a Thousand Temples, featuring magnificent Chola and Pallava architecture.

1. 08:00|09:00
   

   Food

   Breakfast at Woodlands Drive-In Restaurant

   08:00 – 09:00

   Enjoy classic tiffin items in a leafy, nostalgic garden setting.

2. 09:15|12:30
   

   Sightseeing

   Full-Day Private Tour to the Kanchipuram Temples from Chennai

   09:15 – 12:30

   Journey in private chauffeur-driven comfort to admire historic stone gopurams and silk weaving heritage.

   • entryINR 10990
3. 12:45|14:00
   

   Food

   Lunch at Saravana Bhavan Kanchipuram

   12:45 – 14:00

   Relish an authentic South Indian banana leaf thali meal.

4. 14:15|15:30
   

   Sightseeing

   Discovery Journey to Kundrathur Murugan Temple

   14:15 – 15:30

   Visit a hilltop sanctuary offering scenic suburban perspectives.

   • entryFree
5. 15:45|16:45
   

   Sightseeing

   Morning Temple Visit to Sri Vadapalani Andavar Temple

   15:45 – 16:45

   Observe vibrant afternoon devotional proceedings at Vadapalani's major shrine.

   • entryINR 10
6. 17:00|18:00
   

   Sightseeing

   Evening Visit to Sri Ranganatha Temple, Thiruneermalai

   17:00 – 18:00

   Explore the peaceful hill temple complex as dusk approaches.

   • entryFree
7. 18:15|19:15
   

   Sightseeing

   Evening Relaxation at Sri Anantha Padmanabha Swamy Temple

   18:15 – 19:15

   Conclude your temple exploration in quiet reflection.

   • entryFree
8. 19:30|21:00
   

   Food

   Dinner at China XO at Taj Coromandel

   19:30 – 21:00

   Dine on sophisticated Cantonese cuisine in an elegant environment.

Celebrate transit heritage at the Rail Museum before concluding with an exclusive private Ayurvedic culinary experience.

1. 08:00|09:00
   

   Food

   Breakfast at WelcomeCafe Marina

   08:00 – 09:00

   Enjoy a fresh breakfast selection overlooking city avenues.

2. 09:15|10:15
   

   Sightseeing

   Morning at Arulmigu Sri Parthasarathy Swamy Temple

   09:15 – 10:15

   Experience morning rituals at one of Chennai's oldest Vishnu temples in Triplicane.

   • entryFree
3. 10:30|11:45
   

   Sightseeing

   Chennai Rail Museum Visit

   10:30 – 11:45

   Examine vintage steam locomotives and royal carriages in a sprawling open-air park.

   • entryFree
4. 12:00|13:00
   

   Sightseeing

   Experience the Magic of Chennai Railways

   12:00 – 13:00

   Discover the architectural legacy of historic railway terminals.

   • entryFree
5. 13:15|14:30
   

   Food

   Lunch at Seasonal Tastes at The Westin

   13:15 – 14:30

   Dine on curated global dishes from live cooking counters.

6. 14:45|15:45
   

   Sightseeing

   Morning Devotion at ISKCON Temple

   14:45 – 15:45

   Tour the marble complex devoted to Krishna along the coastal corridor.

   • entryFree
7. 16:00|17:00
   

   Sightseeing

   Morning Serenity at Shri Ashtalakshmi Temple

   16:00 – 17:00

   Visit the multi-tiered shoreline temple overlooking the breaking ocean surf.

   • entryFree
8. 17:15|19:00
   

   Food

   Private Ayurvedic Meal Experience with a Local Cookbook Author

   17:15 – 19:00

   Learn Ayurvedic culinary principles and savor a customized health-focused dinner with a local expert.

9. 19:30|21:00
   

   Food

   Dinner at Royal Vega at ITC Grand Chola

   19:30 – 21:00

   Conclude your journey with grand vegetarian dining inspired by royal Indian kitchens.