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Relaxing 7-day Chennai Itinerary for June 2023

  1. Day 1: Mahabalipuram
    50 minutes (37.1 km) from Chennai

    Spend the morning at the 7th-century Shore Temple and the Pancha Rathas, followed by a seafood lunch at a beachside restaurant. Spend the evening at the Mahabalipuram Beach watching the sunset.

  2. Day 2: DakshinaChitra and Covelong Beach
    1 hour 20 minutes (33.6 km) from Mahabalipuram

    Visit the DakshinaChitra museum in the morning to explore the culture and art of South India. Have a South Indian lunch before heading to the Covelong Beach to relax and enjoy some water sports activities. End the day with a stunning beach sunset.

  3. Day 3: Elliot's Beach and Kalakshetra Foundation
    50 minutes (14.5 km) from Covelong Beach

    Start the day with a walk at Elliot's Beach, followed by a visit to the nearby Ashtalakshmi Temple. Head to the Kalakshetra Foundation in the afternoon for a classical dance or music performance. Enjoy dinner at a local restaurant and retire for the night.

  4. Day 4: Theosophical Society and Besant Nagar Beach
    30 minutes (10 km) from Kalakshetra Foundation

    Visit the Theosophical Society in the morning to explore the serene gardens and the Adyar River. After a light lunch, head to the Besant Nagar Beach to relax and enjoy the beautiful beach view and sunset.

  5. Day 5: Kapaleeshwarar Temple and Santhome Cathedral Basilica
    20 minutes (5.5 km) from Besant Nagar Beach

    Explore the Kapaleeshwarar Temple in the morning, followed by a visit to the Santhome Cathedral Basilica. Have lunch at a local restaurant and spend the evening at Marina Beach, the longest urban beach in India.

  6. Day 6: VGP Universal Kingdom and Muttukadu Boathouse
    40 minutes (15.3 km) from Marina Beach

    Spend the day at the VGP Universal Kingdom amusement park, followed by a relaxing evening at the Muttukadu Boathouse. Take a boat ride and enjoy the sunset and dinner at a nearby restaurant.

  7. Day 7: Cholamandal Artists' Village and Crocodile Bank
    50 minutes (24.6 km) from Muttukadu Boathouse

    Explore the Cholamandal Artists' Village in the morning to witness the works of local artists. Have lunch at a local restaurant before heading to the Crocodile Bank to see the various species of crocodiles. End the day by shopping at the local bazaars in the city.

Recommendations:

You can take a day trip to the UNESCO World Heritage Site of the Great Living Chola Temples in Thanjavur. You can also visit the Pulicat Lake Bird Sanctuary, located 60 km north of Chennai, which is home to various migratory birds. Don't forget to try the local delicacies like 'idli' and 'dosa' with filter coffee. You can use https://booking.tp.st/VhZsadPo to find hotels and flights.

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