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7-Day Chennai Tamilnadu Itinerary in June 2023

  1. Day 1: Kapaleeswarar Temple
    25 minutes (8.7 km) from Chennai International Airport

    Explore the Dravidian-style temple dedicated to Lord Shiva in the morning. Visit the nearby Santhome Cathedral and Marina Beach in the afternoon. Witness the light and sound show at Fort St. George in the evening.

  2. Day 2: Mahabalipuram
    1 hour 30 minutes (58.9 km) from Chennai

    Discover the ancient rock-cut temples and sculptures at UNESCO World Heritage Site of Mahabalipuram in the morning. Visit the Tiger Cave, Five Rathas, and Shore Temple in the afternoon. Catch the sunset at Mahabalipuram Beach.

  3. Day 3: Pondicherry
    2 hours 20 minutes (156.1 km) from Chennai

    Experience the French colonial charm of Pondicherry in the morning. Visit the Aurobindo Ashram and the Basilica of the Sacred Heart of Jesus in the afternoon. Relax at Promenade Beach and try local seafood in the evening.

  4. Day 4: Tirupati Balaji Temple
    2 hours 30 minutes (135.8 km) from Chennai

    Seek blessings at the world-famous Tirupati Balaji Temple in the morning. Try the delicious Tirupati Laddu and buy souvenirs at the temple complex in the afternoon. Return to Chennai for a traditional South Indian dinner in the evening.

  5. Day 5: Vellore Fort and Golden Temple
    2 hours 30 minutes (138.8 km) from Chennai

    Explore the 16th-century Vellore Fort and the Government Museum in the morning. Visit the spiritual Golden Temple of Sripuram in the afternoon. Attend the evening prayers and witness the temple's grand illumination.

  6. Day 6: Kanchipuram
    1 hour 45 minutes (72.8 km) from Chennai

    Discover the "City of Thousand Temples" of Kanchipuram in the morning. Visit the Kailasanathar Temple, Varadaraja Perumal Temple, and Kamakshi Amman Temple in the afternoon. Buy Kanchipuram Silk Sarees in the evening.

  7. Day 7: Chennai Museum and Art Gallery
    20 minutes (5.6 km) from Chennai Central Railway Station

    Learn about the rich cultural heritage of Tamil Nadu at the Government Museum and Art Gallery in the morning. Visit the nearby Kapaleeswarar Temple and Mylapore Tank in the afternoon. Shop for souvenirs at T Nagar in the evening.

Recommendations

You can visit the DakshinaChitra Heritage Museum, the Crocodile Bank, and the Pulicat Lake Bird Sanctuary as side trips. Taste the famous filter coffee and street food in Chennai. Hire a local guide for a personalized tour. Book your accommodation and flights in advance at https://booking.tp.st/VhZsadPo.

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