Chennai Heritage

Marina Beach • Kapaleeshwarar Temple • Mahabalipuram Shore Temple

Overview

Chennai, the gateway to South India, is a city where ancient Dravidian temples, colonial architecture, and modern IT hubs coexist beautifully. Walk along the longest urban beach in India — Marina Beach, marvel at the intricately carved Kapaleeshwarar Temple, explore the UNESCO World Heritage site of Mahabalipuram with its stunning shore temples and rock carvings, and savour the world's best filter coffee and dosas. A cultural feast for the senses!

Trip Highlights

Marina Beach
Kapaleeshwarar Temple
Mahabalipuram Shore Temple
Dakshinachitra
Government Museum
San Thome Cathedral

Day-by-Day Itinerary

Arrival in Chennai

Arrive at Chennai Airport/Station. Transfer to hotel. Evening visit Marina Beach — one of the longest urban beaches in the world. Enjoy fresh sundal and bhajji at beach stalls.

Chennai City Tour

Visit Kapaleeshwarar Temple (7th century Dravidian architecture), San Thome Cathedral, Government Museum, and Valluvar Kottam. Afternoon shopping at T. Nagar and Spencer Plaza.

Mahabalipuram Day Trip

Full-day trip to Mahabalipuram (60 km). Explore the UNESCO Shore Temple, Arjuna's Penance, Five Rathas, and Krishna's Butterball. Visit Dakshinachitra cultural village on the way back.

Departure

Breakfast at hotel. Visit a local silk saree showroom if interested. Transfer to airport/station for departure.

Inclusions

• 3-Star Hotel
• Daily Breakfast
• AC Cab for Sightseeing
• Airport/Station Transfers

Exclusions

• Flights/Train
• Lunch & Dinner
• Entry Fees
• Personal Expenses

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