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Chennai Kancheepuram Tour
Chennai – Kanchipuram One-Day Private Tour
Private Transport + Professional Guide | 1–10 Guests
Discover the spiritual and architectural heritage of Tamil Nadu on a private day excursion from Chennai to Kanchipuram, one of South India's most important temple cities. Known as the “City of a Thousand Temples,” Kanchipuram is celebrated for its magnificent Dravidian temples, ancient Pallava and Chola heritage, and traditional silk weaving.
🌟 Tour Highlights
- Private air-conditioned vehicle throughout the tour
- Professional English-speaking guide
- Hotel pickup and drop-off in Chennai
- Scenic drive through the Tamil Nadu countryside
- Kailasanathar Temple
- Ekambareswarar Temple
- Kamakshi Amman Temple
- Varadharaja Perumal Temple
- Traditional silk-weaving area
- Opportunity to see Kanchipuram's famous silk sarees
- Time for photography and local cultural experiences
- Flexible pace suitable for families and senior travellers
🕘 Suggested Itinerary
07:30 AM – Pickup from your hotel in Chennai
07:45 AM – Begin drive to Kanchipuram
09:30 AM – Arrive in Kanchipuram
09:45 AM – 10:30 AM – Kailasanathar Temple
Begin the day with one of Kanchipuram's oldest and most beautiful structural temples, known for its Pallava architecture and intricate sandstone sculptures.
10:45 AM – 11:45 AM – Ekambareswarar Temple
Explore this magnificent Shiva temple, one of the city's most important religious landmarks and traditionally associated with the five great elements.
12:00 PM – 12:45 PM – Kamakshi Amman Temple
Visit the important Shakti shrine dedicated to Goddess Kamakshi and learn about Kanchipuram's significance as a major Hindu pilgrimage centre.
01:00 PM – 02:00 PM – Lunch
Enjoy a traditional South Indian lunch at a local restaurant.
Lunch at own expense.
02:15 PM – 03:15 PM – Varadharaja Perumal Temple
Discover one of Kanchipuram's grand Vishnu temples, renowned for its impressive architecture, sculptures and religious importance.
03:15 PM – 04:00 PM – Kanchipuram Silk Experience
Visit a local silk-weaving centre or showroom to learn about the traditional craftsmanship behind Kanchipuram silk sarees. Opportunity to browse and purchase authentic products.
04:00 PM – Begin return journey to Chennai
05:45–06:30 PM – Drop-off at your hotel in Chennai
Temple visits are subject to opening hours, religious restrictions and local conditions. The itinerary can be adjusted according to the group's interests and pace.
💰 Package Price
Group SizePrivate Transport + Guide
1–2 guests ₹ 11,000
3–4 guests ₹ 13,000
5–6 guests ₹ 15,000
7–8 guests ₹ 18,000
9–10 guests ₹ 21,000
The package includes private transport and professional guide fee.
Package Includes
- Private air-conditioned vehicle
- Professional English-speaking guide
- Driver charges
- Fuel
- Parking and toll charges
- Chennai hotel pickup and drop-off
- Assistance throughout the tour
Package Excludes
- Temple / monument entrance fees, where applicable
- Lunch and refreshments
- Personal expenses
- Donations at temples
- Silk purchases
- Camera/video fees, where applicable
- Gratuities
- Any services not specifically mentioned above
🌺 Tour Experience
“Kanchipuram – Temples, Silk & Living Heritage”
Go beyond sightseeing and discover the cultural heart of Tamil Nadu. Your guide will introduce you to the Pallava and Chola architectural traditions, Hindu temple culture, local legends and the centuries-old silk-weaving heritage that make Kanchipuram one of India's most fascinating historic cities.