Overview
Take off on an exciting 5-night/6-day adventure with the Exotic Tamil Nadu Package. Explore famous sites like the Kapaleeswarar Temple, Fort St. George, and Marina Beach when you first arrive in Chennai. Enjoy a gourmet tour that will delight your taste buds. Explore the religious treasures of Kanchipuram.
Visit Chidambaram to see the well-known Nataraja Temple and take a boat ride through the mangrove forest of Pichavaram. Experience the architectural magnificence of Pondicherry and engage in local pursuits such as cooking lessons and saree draping. Discover the UNESCO-listed sites and peaceful beaches of Mahabalipuram while taking in the city's rich historical legacy.
Finish your adventure by exploring a Fisherman's village and going to the Dakshina Chitra Heritage Museum. This tour explores Chennai, Kanchipuram, Thiruvinnamalai, Chidambaram, Pondicherry, and Mahabalipuram to reveal Tamil Nadu's rich spiritual heritage and local culture.
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- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Mobile ticket
What's included
Food Tour in chennai
Pick and drop from and to the airport as per the tour plan mentioned
Dinner
In-vehicle air conditioning
Breakfast
Accomodation in preferred category hotels (if tour with hotel option will be opted)
Cooking class in Pondicherry
All fees and/or taxes
Entrance fees to monuments and temples as per the program.
Cycle tour in Pondicherry
Anything not mentioned in the program and inclusions
Tips to driver and guides, any personal expenses
Meeting and pickup
Pickup is offered for all travelers.
What to expect
Day 1 ARRIVAL CHENNAI – CHENNAI SIGHTSEEING
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3 hours Admission ticket included
On arriving at Chennai Airport, you will be greeted by our tour representative and will be transferred to the hotel. Spend a day in Chennai and explore the beautiful place along with this mesmerizing sightseeing destination which allows you to explore some of the city's most popular tourist attractions.
Proceed for a sightseeing tour in Chennai including a visit to Kapaleeswarar Temple which is dedicated to Lord Shiva, -
Fort St. George
1 hour Admission ticket included
visit Fort St. George which is the first fortress of India, Government Museum which is the second oldest museum of India
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Nungambakkam/Marina Beach
30 min
and Marina Beach which is the second longest beach in the world.
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2 hours
Experience Chennai through your taste buds on this guided food tour walk through the Tamil Nadu capital. Your guide will take you to spots that are beloved among locals but off the tourist path, where you'll try all sorts of local treats, including idiyappam, dhokla, and all sorts of sweets and snacks. Stay at Chennai.
Day 2 CHENNAI – KANCHIPURAM - THIRUVANNAMALAI (200 Km, 5 hrs approx excluding stops)
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Kanchi Kamatchi Temple
2 hours Admission ticket included
After breakfast drive to Kanchipuram, which is a perfect historical gateway located at a distance of 74 km from Chennai. Kanchipuram is considered to be one of the seven Tirthas or the Sapta Puri. Adorned with religious treasures, it holds a significant place among both the Shaivites and Vaishnavites.
First visit to the most important pilgrimage site, Kamatchi Amman Temple. -
Varadharaja Perumal Temple
1 hour Admission ticket included
Head out to Lord Vishnu temples, the famed Varadharaja Perumal Temple and Vaikunda Perumal Temple.
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Ekambareswarar Temple
1 hour Admission ticket included
Pay your obeisance to Lord Shiva at Kailasanathar Temple and Ekambareswarar Temple.
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Arunachaleshwara Temple
3 hours Admission ticket included
Evening continue drive to Thiruvinnamalai visits Arunachalesvara Temple is a Hindu temple dedicated to the deity Shiva, which is one among India's biggest temples. Dedicate the rest of the day to visiting famous Ashrams of Thiruvannamalai. visit Ramana Ashram which is nestled in the laps of Aruchana hills. Check in Hotel and stay in Thiruvinnamalai.
Day 3 THIRUVINNAMALAI – CHIDAMBARAM - PONDICHERRY (200 Km, 5 hrs approx excluding stops)
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Nataraja Temple - Chidambaram
2 hours Admission ticket included
After breakfast transfer to Chidambaram. Chidambaram is an important pilgrim centre for Shaivites and is known for its famous Nataraja temple which was erected in the reign of Vira Chola Raja. Chidambaram Natarajar Temple or Thillai Natarajar Temple is a Hindu temple dedicated to Natarajar (Shiva) the Lord of Dance in Chidambaram from Tamilnadu in the Indian State. The Natarajar temple has ancient roots, likely following the temple Architecture tradition that is found all over South India from at least the 5th Century. The Surviving Natarajar temple has a Structure that is traceable to the Early Chola Dynasty.
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Pichavaram Mangrove Forest
2 hours Admission ticket included
Later drive to Pichavaram nearest town in Chidambaram to explore the Mangrove forest boat ride. The second-largest mangrove forest with its myriad islands houses, a number of unique flora and fauna. You can enjoy around the 1100-hectare area of the forest, which takes you through a narrow canal, breath-taking sceneries and allows you to witness the amazing life forms of the Mangrove trees while adoring the bird life of the forest. Later drive to Pondicherry, check in hotel, and stay.
Day 4 PONDICHERRY
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3 hours Admission ticket included
Morning, proceed to the Auroville cycle tour. Explore the architectural beauty of Pondicherry on this fully guided tour with eco-friendly two-wheel. Cycle through the tree-lined paved streets, explore the colonial heritage of White Town, and French Town, and unwind yourself in the fresh breeze. Know interesting insights about every place you visit with the inclusion of an experienced English-speaking guide.
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Pondicherry
2 hours
Evening proceeds for engaging in local activities with the residents in Pondicherry. Cooking class then most interesting part engage in saree draping and Kolam (Rangoli) drawing. Stay in Pondicherry.
Day 5 PONDICHERRY - MAHABALIPURAM (100 Km, 2 hrs approx excluding stops)
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Mahabalipuram
2 hours
Morning after breakfast transfer to Mahabalipuram. Mahabalipuram is an enigmatic place to visit in Chennai. It was a flourishing port town of the Pallava dynasty. The historical monuments of Mahabalipuram give a great opportunity to experience the ambiance of bygone eras.
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Monuments at Mahabalipuram
3 hours Admission ticket included
The tour covers majestic temples, exotic beaches, and an informative museum. Mahabalipuram Sea shore temple is a key attraction of this tour which has been listed as a UNESCO World Heritage site. Head towards an amazing archaeological interesting site of Arjuna’s Penance and then from here we take a relaxing stop at Covelong Beach. Traverse through the ancient heritage site of Pancha Rathas. Check in to hotel and stay at Mahabalipuram.
Day 6 MAHABALIPURAM – DEPARTURE (60 Km, 2 hrs approx)
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Mahabalipuram
3 hours
Morning after breakfast visit Fisherman Village (3hrs tour) to explore the lifestyle of the Fisherman, then visit the local village to explore the living structure of local people at the place which includes exploring their daily life, Government schools, and Pot making.
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2 hours Admission ticket included
Later check out and head towards to visit Dakshina Chitra Heritage Museum living history museum in the Indian state of Tamil Nadu, dedicated to South Indian heritage and culture. It shows a heritage village where the lifestyle of South Indians is displayed based on their states, through the architecture of the region and the living conditions and habits of the people.
Transfer to the airport or any preferred location of your choice. End of our services.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
Times are local to the experience (Asia/Kolkata).
Additional Information
- For Infants free seats are available. 1 Infant with one booking is permitted
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Up to 8 travelers per booking
FAQs about Private 6 days Exotic Tamilnadu Tour from Chennai
Can I cancel Private 6 days Exotic Tamilnadu Tour from Chennai for free?
Yes. For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
How long does it take?
It takes about 6 days.
Is pickup offered?
Pickup is offered for all travelers.
What's included?
- Food Tour in chennai
- Pick and drop from and to the airport as per the tour plan mentioned
- Dinner
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- Breakfast
- Accomodation in preferred category hotels (if tour with hotel option will be opted)
- Cooking class in Pondicherry
- Entrance fees to monuments and temples as per the program.
What's not included?
- Anything not mentioned in the program and inclusions
- Tips to driver and guides, any personal expenses
Which places does it visit?
It visits Fort St. George, Nungambakkam/Marina Beach, Kanchi Kamatchi Temple, Varadharaja Perumal Temple, Ekambareswarar Temple, Arunachaleshwara Temple, Nataraja Temple - Chidambaram, Pichavaram Mangrove Forest.
Which languages is it offered in?
It is offered in Hindi, English, French, Tamil.
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