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15 Best Chennai Tours In India

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The 15 best chennai tours in India, gathered in one place. What each one includes, who runs it, and what you can expect to pay.

15 Best Chennai Tours In India

Mahabalipuram tour by Tourism Ministry approved company

Mahabalipuram tour by Tourism Ministry approved company - Pancha Rathas: Five Monolithic Temples to Set the Stage

1.Mahabalipuram tour by Tourism Ministry approved company

Most Popular★ 5.0

Private Mahabalipuram day trip from Chennai with a local guide, UNESCO sites, lunch, and entrance fees included for $115 per person.

“We had a fantastic tour led by Kannan. Very informative and went at the pace that we wanted. We could explore and take longer or move more quickly. Unlike other tour companies that I have used, our guides were very polite and did not push us to buy tourist souvenirs. I would highly recommend Kannan…”

405 reviewsFrom $115.00by 5 Senses Walks

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Gods of Mylapore walking tour- tourism ministry approved company

Gods of Mylapore walking tour- tourism ministry approved company - Kapaleeshwarar Temple: a powerful start in about 45 minutes

2.Gods of Mylapore walking tour- tourism ministry approved company

★ 5.0

A 3-hour Mylapore walking tour with temple and church visits, Jain architecture, lighthouse views, plus snacks and local coffee included for $40.

“Our tour guide was excellent- she was very knowledgeable and gave us a good feel about the templates we visited. The templates we visited were very special and not to miss.”

267 reviewsFrom $40.00by 5 Senses Walks Chennai

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Mahabalipuram & Kanchipuram by tourism ministry approved company

Mahabalipuram & Kanchipuram by tourism ministry approved company - Kanchipuram’s Pallava Temples: Ekambareswarar and Kailasanathar

3.Mahabalipuram & Kanchipuram by tourism ministry approved company

★ 5.0

Private day trip from Chennai to Mahabalipuram and Kanchipuram with a guide, temple tickets, South Indian lunch, and pickup.

“I had a private tour of Mahabalipuram & Kanchipuram, I woudl suggest this tour if you are short for time and want to squeeze in some amazing sites from the two regions. Lunch was amazing, I learnt so much about the region. The templeRead more”

264 reviewsFrom $135.00by 5 Senses Walks

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Chennai tour in car with guide-winner of traveller’s choice award

Chennai tour in car with guide-winner of traveller's choice award - Ramakrishna Math: the universal temple concept in real space

Georgetown heritage walking tour in Chennai about the founding of Chennai

Georgetown heritage walking tour in Chennai about the founding of Chennai - Price, duration, and group size that actually make sense

5.Georgetown heritage walking tour in Chennai about the founding of Chennai

★ 5.0

Walk Chennai’s George Town origins on a 3-hour heritage tour with Fort St. George, churches, courts, and Armenian trade stories.

“Kannan was great guiding us through Fort St George with its historic buildings, visited St Thomas’s fascinating Basilica and the colonial buildings either side or Central Station Good pace, good description and quite fascinating.”

144 reviewsFrom $50.00by 5 Senses Walks Chennai

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Mahabalipuram Private tour from Chennai by car with guide and lunch by Wonder

Mahabalipuram Private tour from Chennai by car with guide and lunch by Wonder - Price and Logistics: What You Get for $89 and Where You Save Time

Mahabalipuram walking tour by tourism ministry approved company

Mahabalipuram walking tour by tourism ministry approved company - The route matters: Shore Temple start, Five Rathas finish

Chennai Walking Tour ( 2 hours guided tour)

Chennai Walking Tour ( 2 hours guided tour) - The real itinerary vibe: Hindu temples, a Jain stop, and a Christian landmark

8.Chennai Walking Tour ( 2 hours guided tour)

★ 3.8

2-hour Chennai walking tour starting at Kapaleeshwarar Temple with English/Hindi storytelling, hidden lanes, religious sites, and a beach finish.

“My Chennai walking tour was amazing. There was good communication prior to the trip, and meeting up on the day. Tharun was a fantastic guide: very knowledgable about Indian history, informative, helpful, friendly and always happy to answer any questions and take pics, and I learnt so much from him. I had a first class…”

85 reviews2 hoursFrom $14by Yo Tours

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Sowcarpet Street Food Walking Tour in Chennai with guide

Sowcarpet Street Food Walking Tour in Chennai with guide - Anmol Lassi and Dinesh Soni’s Kesar lassi: when a drink is part of the story

9.Sowcarpet Street Food Walking Tour in Chennai with guide

★ 5.0

Sowcarpet street food tour in Chennai with Murukku Sandwich, Kesar lassi, Kakada jalebi, vada pav, and a small guide.

“Nichee was an amazing tour guide! He is well educated on the cuisine and easy to get along with. This was the best tour I’ve ever been on! I feel like I really got to experience Chennai and experience something that many foreigners would be too afraid to do. I felt very safe with Nichee…”

83 reviewsFrom $45.00by 5 Senses Walks

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Total Chennai city tour in Private car with guide & lunch by Wonder tours

Total Chennai city tour in Private car with guide & lunch by Wonder tours - Price and Value: Why $55 Can Work (If You Use the Inclusions)

10.Total Chennai city tour in Private car with guide & lunch by Wonder tours

★ 5.0

Private Chennai city tour with guide, South Indian breakfast, hotel pickup, and major sights from Marina Beach to San Thome Cathedral.

“Comfortable travelling Our guide, Venkat, was extremely pleasant, friendly, knowledgeable, entertaining, and a joy to spend time with. Our driver was very professional and our journey felt comfortable and safe. If we come to Chennai again, we would certainly book another tour with the team Thanks for a lovely sightseeing tour 👍”

79 reviewsFrom $55.00by Wonder tours

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Full-Day Private Tour to the Kanchipuram Temples from Chennai

Full-Day Private Tour to the Kanchipuram Temples from Chennai - Stop 1: Kailasanatha Temple and the Pallava Temple Story

11.Full-Day Private Tour to the Kanchipuram Temples from Chennai

★ 5.0

Private 13-hour Kanchipuram tour from Chennai: Pallava temples, silk sari weaving, hotel pickup, guide, lunch, and included temple tickets.

“Lovely experience visiting Kanchi on a Royal Enfield bike. Vijay did a great job of leading the ride, ensuring smooth exit from the maddening Chennai traffic and getting us a peek into rich culture. Loved the traditional meal sappatu at the farRead more”

73 reviewsFrom $110.00by 5 Senses Walks

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Chennai: Private Day Tour with Transportation and Tickets

Chennai: Private Day Tour with Transportation and Tickets - Starting in Mylapore: Kapaleeshwarar Temple and the Agraharam streets

Private Bazaar Trail Walking Tour in George Town


13.Private Bazaar Trail Walking Tour in George Town

★ 5.0

A private guided walk through George Town’s bazaars to Kotwal Chavadi Market, with headsets, stories, and local culture in Chennai.

“I was really glad doing this tour. I booked the tour unexpectedly but I was really glad to do it. The tour was beautiful and fascinating. The walk through the george Town is almost a must do for all visitors in Chenna. It was worthwhile. The guide Ms Krishna was very kind and told us…”

66 reviewsFrom $68.00by Storytrails India

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British Architecture Walk, an immersive walking tour in Chennai

British Architecture Walk, an immersive walking tour in Chennai - Price and timing: $55 for a guided route with ticketed stops

14.British Architecture Walk, an immersive walking tour in Chennai

★ 5.0

British architecture walking tour in Chennai with a local guide, snacks, and select tickets: Egmore, Central, Ripon, Napier Bridge.

“We had a wonderful evening with Hareesh! He was so knowledgeable about the history and told us many fascinating facts about the buildings we visited. He even bought us an Indian coffee on the way which was delicious! He also took uRead more”

60 reviewsFrom $55.00by 5 Senses Walks

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One day private tour of Pondicherry from Chennai in car with a guide

One day private tour of Pondicherry from Chennai in car with a guide - Sri Aurobindo Ashram: Starting With the Person and the Place

15.One day private tour of Pondicherry from Chennai in car with a guide

★ 5.0

One-day private tour from Chennai to Pondicherry and Auroville with a local guide, hotel pickup, lunch, and entrance fees.

“The sights are probably not the most impressive, but Kannan, the guide, made the day truly unforgettable. He provided excellent commentary to the sights and the daily routine of the community, was always very professional and engaging. I Read more”

53 reviewsFrom $155.00by 5 Senses Walks

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