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Colonial Charm & Cultural Treasures Chennai Sightseeing Tour
(10) Reviews
Tamil Nadu
Important Information
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Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
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Not recommended for pregnant travelers
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Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
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Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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A moderate amount of walking is involved; comfortable walking shoes are recommended
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Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
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Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
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This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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On this private sightseeing tour of Chennai, the capital city of Tamil Nadu, discover the city’s architectural diversity with visits to popular landmarks including Fort St George, the Government Museum, the Madras High Court and the Ripon Building. As you explore this bustling metropolis and cultural hub, your private guide will teach you about the fusion of traditional Dravidian (South Indian) styles of architecture with European colonial influences. You’ll also discover Chennai's religious diversity while exploring San Thome Cathedral and Kapaleeshwar Temple, and soak in the vibrant beauty of the city with a stroll through a flower market.
Highlights
6 hours
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
6 hours
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Local English-speaking guide
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Transport by air-conditioned vehicle
Bottled water
Gratuities
Any personal expense of personal nature
Meeting Points
Departure
Chennai
Pick-up point Hotels in Chennai
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Colonial Charm & Cultural Treasures Chennai Sightseeing Tour
(10) Reviews
Tamil Nadu
About
On this private sightseeing tour of Chennai, the capital city of Tamil Nadu, discover the city’s architectural diversity with visits to popular landmarks including Fort St George, the Government Museum, the Madras High Court and the Ripon Building. As you explore this bustling metropolis and cultural hub, your private guide will teach you about the fusion of traditional Dravidian (South Indian) styles of architecture with European colonial influences. You’ll also discover Chennai's religious diversity while exploring San Thome Cathedral and Kapaleeshwar Temple, and soak in the vibrant beauty of the city with a stroll through a flower market.
Highlights
6 hours
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
6 hours
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Local English-speaking guide
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Transport by air-conditioned vehicle
Bottled water
Gratuities
Any personal expense of personal nature
Meeting Points
Departure
Chennai
Pick-up point Hotels in Chennai
Return
Itinerary
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Fort St. George
Fort St. George is the first English fortress in India, founded in 1639, the modern city of Chennai. The construction of the fort provided the impetus for further settlements and trading activity, in what was originally an uninhabited land
1 hour
2
San Thome Church
San Thome Church, is known as St. Thomas Cathedral Basilica and National Shrine of Saint Thomas, is a Roman Catholic minor basilica in Santhome and it was built in 1523 by Portuguese explorers, over the tomb of Saint Thomas, one of the twelve apostles of Jesus
30 minutes
3
Kapaleeshwarar Temple
Kapaleeshwarar Temple is a Hindu temple dedicated to lord Shiva located in Mylapore.
30 minutes
4
Government Museum
The Government Museum or the Madras Museum, is a museum of human history and culture located in the Government Museum Complex in the neighbourhood of Egmore.
1 hour
5
St Mary's Church
St. Mary's Church is the Anglican church located at Fort St George in Chennai, It lies East of Suez and also the oldest British building in India. The church is popularly known as 'Westminster Abbey of the East'
