Top Tamil Nadu Half-day Tours

Chennai, the biggest metropolis of the Southern India has been one of the most prominent centres of trade, learning and culture. Home to the second largest film industry of India, the city has a lot of sightseeing and tourist attractions.  From the staggering temples to the beautiful Marina beach, Chennai offers picturesque locations and legends about the rich historical legacy of the city. You will visit the historic St. Fort George museum and the ancient Kapaleeshwar Temple. The city is very affable and hospitable for the tourists. Our guide will make sure you are not daunted by the language barrier which one can face. Our earnest endeavour would be to make your visit to Chennai a memorable experience.

If you are running short on time or just come down to explore tourist destinations in and around city, half day city tour is the best option. We have picked up all the spilled pieces together and created a beautiful garland of it in our Trails of Pondicherry tour, an unmatched heritage experience with awesome stories to understand a city's existence, culture and lifestyle.

If you are running short on time or just come down to explore tourist destinations in and around city, half day city tour is the best option. We have picked up all the spilled pieces together and created a beautiful garland of it in our Trails of Pondicherry tour, an unmatched heritage experience with awesome stories to understand a city's existence, culture and lifestyle.

Chennai is a beautiful city during the day, yet it is even more beautiful at night. Come and join us on this amazing and completely off beat experience of Chennai at night. Experience the urban side of city on this walk, visit local popular hangout places, most prominent, beautiful monuments, ancient and modern buildings and old streets in the beautiful night view of the Chennai city.

Chennai is a royal destination and for centuries it is known for its rich and yummy food culture, we are fortunate today that this rich food culture is preserved in the form of small food joints by some thoughtful people for generations. We have designed this amazing experience for you with an intention to take you to these places for food tasting, so that you can also cherish this food, feast your taste buds and have a fabulous and lasting impression.

Chennai’s tourist menus won’t give you a true perspective on the everyday foods enjoyed by locals. Step forward on this small-group walking tour of the Sowcarpet Market: where a multitude of stalls serve the staples that keep Chennaites sustained. Let a guide navigate the market so you don’t get lost, taste popular foods at tried-and-trusted stands, and get the full lowdown on local delicacies that you wouldn’t hear on your own.

Explore Chennai's Mylapore neighborhood with a local guide and learn about the rituals of daily life, hear stories of gods and demons, and gain a deeper understanding of local customs and traditions. This popular walking tour showcases the highlights and the history of this incredible city and is not to be missed.

Delving into Chennai’s Mylapore neighborhood independently could mean you skim over some landmarks and cultural insights, or lose your bearings. This private walking tour ensures you cover the highlights and enjoy observations on local life you’d likely miss alone. Follow the heritage Peacock Trail to the Kapaleeshwara Temple and other sights, and hear tales of Chennai's religion and culture. A tuk tuk ride, snacks, and choice of departures are included.

First time in Chennai? Make the most of a private guide and flexible itinerary on this 4-hour sightseeing tour. Unveil the secrets of Chennai’s rich history and heritage as you tour the fascinating Government Museum and admire the 17th-century Fort St George. Then, keep your camera poised as you drive along the scenic Marina Beach and visit the stunning Kapaleeshwar Temple.

Chennai is home to some world famous dishes that are truly representative of the culinary history of this city in South India. Spend an evening visiting some of the best places to eat and savor a cuisine that is rich in spicy flavors. By the end of the tour, you will be left with a distinct feeling of wanting to come back for more. Highlights • Explore the streets of Chennai • Savor popular local foods • Learn about South Indian cuisine

Go past some of the famous streets and markets of Chennai in a colorful auto-rickshaw. This unique ride will let you experience the sights and sounds of this bustling city from close quarters. Unlike travel by an air-conditioned car that keeps out all the noise of the city, you will be able to experience the vibrant energy of the city as you move along. You can step out and walk along at interesting spots to catch a closer glimpse and then hop on again as your guide takes you along the itinerary.

Visit one of the Great Living Chola Temples, a UNESCO world Heritage Site and discover the remarkable legacy of the Chola Kingdom that extended from Madurai to the Mekong valley in its heydays. This dizzying historical legacy can be seen in Thanjavur, capital of the great Chola Empire. Also visit the city's labyrinthine royal palace that preserves memories of other, later powerful dynasties. Highlights • Brihadeeswara Temple, a UNESCO World Heritage Site • Thanjavur Royal Palace • Saraswati Mahal Library

Chennai is one of the four major cities of India and is also the capital of the South Indian state of Tamil Nadu. It is famous for its numerous temples and colorful silks. On this tour explore some of the museums of Chennai that showcase collections ranging from the days of the Pallava Kings to the present day. Highlights • Chennai Rail Museum • Government Museum • Fort Museum • Birla Planetarium • Cholamandal Artists’ Village

Thousands of temples with lofty towers dot the skyline of the southern state of Tamil Nadu in India. These temples are torchbearers of the glorious heritage of the Tamil speaking region, and are repositories of the magnificent art forms that have evolved over several centuries. Visit four such temples of Chennai on this half-day tour. Highlights: • Kapaleeshwarar Temple • Vadapalani Murugan Temple • Shirdi Sai Baba Temple • ISKCON Temple

If you are one of those people who finds the smell of books too tempting to ignore, then this tour is meant for you. Visit two of the biggest libraries of India. The Connemara Public Library is also the oldest library of India. Also visit the Anna Centenary Library that is spread over eight floors of a sprawling complex that is well equipped with state of the art facilities including a spacious auditorium, amphitheater and two conference halls. Highlights: • Connemara Public Library • Anna Centenary Library • Braille section of Anna Centenary Library

If you are adventurous and like to try new foods, then this tour is meant for you. Spend a few hours visiting the top 3 restaurants of Chennai and tasting some authentic South Indian food. The tour is best enjoyed on an empty stomach! South Indian cuisine is based on rice preparations and is ideal for the hot weather of Chennai. Eat like a local on this tour. Highlights: • Murugan Idli Shop • Adyar Ananda Bhavan • Saravana Bhavan

On this day-excursion from Chennai, visit the oldest water bird sanctuary of India. Vedanthangal Bird Sanctuary is home to migratory birds such as Pintail, Garganey, Grey Wagtail, Blue-winged Teal, Common Sandpiper and many more. The best time to visit this sanctuary is from November to March when migratory birds are nesting here. Highlights: • Many small lakes in the sanctuary • 40 000 birds including 26 rare species • Migratory birds from countries as far away as Canada

If you wish to shop for some famous South Indian silks, fabrics and other traditional items, then this tour is meant for you. Spend a few hours visiting the top 5 shopping malls of Chennai and browse for articles and gifts to take back home. You can escape the outside heat in the cool comfort of these air-conditioned malls and shop at leisure. At the end of it you will be dropped back at your hotel along with your shopping bags! Highlights • Spencer Plaza • Chennai Citi Center • The Forum Vijaya • Phoenix Market City • Express Avenue Mall

If you wish to shop for some famous South Indian silks, fabrics and other traditional items, then this tour is meant for you. Spend a few hours visiting the top 5 shopping malls of Chennai and browse for articles and gifts to take back home. You can escape the outside heat in the cool comfort of these air-conditioned malls and shop at leisure. At the end of it you will be dropped back at your hotel along with your shopping bags! Highlights • Spencer Plaza • Chennai Citi Center • The Forum Vijaya • Phoenix Market City • Express Avenue Mall

On this half day tour discover the architectural heritage of Chennai. Located on the Coromandel Coast off the Bay of Bengal, the city once served as a trading outpost for the East India Company. Drive past some of the heritage buildings of Chennai and discover the colonial past of the city. You will be able to see prime examples of Indo-Saracenic style of architecture, which flourished in the 19th century as British architects combined Gothic styles with India's Indo-Islamic architecture. Highlights • Indo-Saracenic architectural style • Photo stop at buildings with Gothic, Islamic, and Hindu characteristics • Learn about Chennai's history and culture through the lens of its buildings • Visit to the Government Museum, second oldest museum of India

Visit Arignar Anna Zoological Park, also known as Vandalur Zoo, one of the largest zoos in South Asia with a total area of 1490 acres located about 20 miles from Chennai city center. The zoo is home to 2,553 species of flora and fauna. It is located in the Vandalur Forest Reserve which gives the animals a natural habitat to live in. Highlights • Visit to Arignar Zoo, one of the largest zoos in South Asia • 2553 species of flora and fauna • A walk-through aviary • An aquarium

Visit a Minor Basilica situated in the small village of Poondi in the South Indian state of Tamil Nadu. The Basilica dates back to the 18th century when an Italian Jesuit missionary, Fr. C.J. Beschi, visited India to spread Christianity. The present day Basilica was built in 1890 and is a brilliant piece of neo-Gothic architecture. Highlights • Gothic and French architectural style • Relic of the True Cross • Statue of our Lady of Lourdes

Visit a Minor Basilica situated in the small village of Poondi in the South Indian state of Tamil Nadu. The Basilica dates back to the 18th century when an Italian Jesuit missionary, Fr. C.J. Beschi, visited India to spread Christianity. The present day Basilica was built in 1890 and is a brilliant piece of neo-Gothic architecture. Highlights • Gothic and French architectural style • Relic of the True Cross • Statue of our Lady of Lourdes

On this half day tour of Chennai visit the international headquarters of the Theosophical Society and retrace the steps of its founders, Mme. Blavatsky and Col. Olcott. Next visit the campus of the Kalakshetra Foundation and get a glimpse into the traditional art and dance forms of South India. End the tour with a walk on Elliot’s Beach. Highlights • Campus of the Theosophical Society • Kalakshetra Foundation • Elliot’s Beach

On this half day tour of Chennai visit the international headquarters of the Theosophical Society and retrace the steps of its founders, Mme. Blavatsky and Col. Olcott. Next visit the campus of the Kalakshetra Foundation and get a glimpse into the traditional art and dance forms of South India. End the tour with a walk on Elliot’s Beach. Highlights • Campus of the Theosophical Society • Kalakshetra Foundation • Elliot’s Beach

According to Hindu mythology there are nine celestial bodies of the zodiac - the Sun, Moon, Mars, Mercury, Jupiter, Venus, Saturn, Rahu and Ketu. There are a set of nine temples in the South Indian state of Tamil Nadu, each dedicated to one of these nine bodies. According to Hindu beliefs, these celestial bodies have a beneficial or malefic influence on an individual’s horoscope as they move through their planetary course. Worshipping them helps remove their negative impact. On this day-excursion from Trichy, visit the Temple of Jupiter situated in the town of Alangudi. Highlights • River Cauvery • Temple of Jupiter • Dravidian architecture

Explore the traditional side of Chennai’s rich culture on this half-day tour. Start the tour with a visit to the Kalakshetra Foundation. Walk through the sprawling grounds of their campus and get an insight into the history of the traditional art and dance forms of India’s southern state of Tamil Nadu. Next visit the beautiful Kapaleeswarar Temple that is dedicated to the Hindu God Shiva. Spend some time in the boutiques of Chennai looking at the colorful silk sarees and artifacts on display. Highlights • Kalakshetra • Kapaleeshwarar temple • Silk sarees and artifacts

Explore the traditional side of Chennai’s rich culture on this half-day tour. Start the tour with a visit to the Kalakshetra Foundation. Walk through the sprawling grounds of their campus and get an insight into the history of the traditional art and dance forms of India’s southern state of Tamil Nadu. Next visit the beautiful Kapaleeswarar Temple that is dedicated to the Hindu God Shiva. Spend some time in the boutiques of Chennai looking at the colorful silk sarees and artifacts on display. End your tour with a South Indian lunch. Highlights • Kalakshetra • Kapaleeshwarar temple • Silk sarees and artifacts • South Indian lunch

Chennai, formerly called Madras, was the capital of Southern British India. Many great monuments were built during the British rule and several of them continue to dominate the skyline of Chennai even today. During this walking tour, we will visit a number of the prominent landmarks of Chennai, which were built during the British era, often in an architectural style blending British as well as Indian elements. We shall start at the Central Railway Station and walk to the Ripon Building, Southern Railway Headquarters, Victory Memorial, Fort St George, Napier Bridge and finish at the Madras University building. Highlights • Central Railway Station • Ripon Building • Southern Railway Headquarters • Fort St George • Napier Bridge

Chennai, formerly called Madras, was the capital of Southern British India. Many great monuments were built during the British rule and several of them continue to dominate the skyline of Chennai even today. During this walking tour, we will visit a number of the prominent landmarks of Chennai, which were built during the British era, often in an architectural style blending British as well as Indian elements. We shall start at the Central Railway Station and walk to the Ripon Building, Southern Railway Headquarters, Victory Memorial, Fort St George, Napier Bridge and finish at the Madras University building. Highlights • Central Railway Station • Ripon Building • Southern Railway Headquarters • Fort St George • Napier Bridge

Your private tour will follow the footsteps of St. Thomas, one of the 12 apostles of Jesus.  You will visit the Basilica of San Thome as well as St Thomas Mount where he was killed.  This has been a well known Christian pilgrimage site for centuries. After the tour, lunch will be included at a local restaurant. Highlights • San Thome Basilica • Ancient image of Our Blessed Mother • Cave at Little Mount to see prints of St Thomas

Discover Chennai on this private half-day tour. Visit the oldest English fortress in India and learn about its role in contemporary Tamil Nadu. Head to the Government Museum and National Gallery to admire palm-leaf manuscripts, Amravati paintings, and rare works by celebrated artists like Raja Ravi Varma. Visit a 7th Century temple and enjoy a drive along Chennai’s beautiful waterfront.

• Visit a 150 year old church overlooking the Ooty lake. • Learn about the process that goes into making the famous eucalyptus oil. • Ride through the woods and tea plantations. • Learn about the Todas on a visit to a sacred site. • Marvel at the engineering skills that went into building the Nilgiri Mountain Railway,a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Discover all the beautiful and famous sites of Madurai and taste local delicacies on this fantastic 4-hour experience with a personal guide in an air-conditioned car. Highlights: Discover the marvelous temples, colorful markets and spilled across the city. We have designed this beautiful garland of all the places in our Trails of Madurai tour, an unmatched heritage experience with awesome stories to understand a city's existence, culture and local trivia. 1. Visit beautiful hilltop temples, Dravidian style architecture buildings, markets and listen to stories of the city's history, culture and life. 2. Explore the famous Meenakshi Amman Temple, Thirumalai Nayakkar Mahal, St. Mary's Cathedral and many other tourists places. 3. Complete the tour with a big smile on your face and beautiful memories to cherish in your photos.

Explore the nature trails of a city and experience secrets in its kitty in the beautiful city of Madurai. Enjoy the company of tall trees and beautiful landscapes with this nature walk. 1. The scenic green beauty of nature and gardens will give nature-lovers a small dose of wilderness needed to refresh their spirit. 2. Journey begins from Alagar kovil with some easy walk going through a Murgan Temple with nature beauty, narrow passages to reach at the beautiful temples. 3. Experience the lush green plains, soothing and serene climate, mystical atmosphere of the city during the walking tour with our storyteller. 4. We follow a unique style of ‘infotainment’ to ensure that you enjoy the tour and don't get bored, irrespective of whether you love history or not.

Experience Ooty's adopted serenity perfectly with marvellous architecture and has a lot of monuments and museums that help us know the city better. We have picked up all the spilled museum across the city together and created a beautiful garland of it in our Museum Tour, an unmatched experience with awesome stories to understand a city's existence, development and current culture & lifestyle. Highlights: 1. Explore Ooty beyond the typical tourist spots and enjoy the stories and tales about the different gardens and museums from your guide. 2. See the city through the eyes of a local and discover the numerous mesmerizing places Ooty has to offer. 3. Capture the vibrant atmosphere of this colorful city on this memorable walking tour with an infotainment-style ensuring that you will not be bored.

This is a cooking tour where you will visit a traditional cook in her home in Chennai to experience authentic south Indian cooking. The lady of the house will explain to you about the south Indian cuisine and its unique ingredients. This will be followed by a cooking demonstration session. Guests will be encouraged to participate in the cooking process as well as guided by our cook.

Chennai, formerly known as Madras, was the capital of the Southern British India. Many great monuments were built during the British rule and several of them continue to dominate the skyline of Chennai even today. In this walking tour, we will visit some of the prominent landmarks of Chennai, which were built during the British era in an architectural style blending British as well as Indian elements. We will start at the Central Railway Station and walk to Ripon Building, Southern Railway Headquarters, Victory Memorial, Fort St George, Naper Bridge and finish at Madras University building.

Explore the best of Chennai's cultural hub of Mylapore with this heritage-themed walking tours. You'll meet your guide bright and early and have a traditional breakfast before heading on to see some of the area's most interesting and historically significant sites. Highlights include visits to San Thome Basilica, the temple of Ramakrishna Math, and the 7th-century Kapaleeshwar Temple, the most famous temple in town.

4-hour guided tour of the city of Chennai letting you explore the key attractions of the city in a short period of time. Complimentary snacks at a local eatery. Visit places like the Kapaleeshwarar Temple, Vivekananda House, Madras Museum and more.