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Mahabalipuram Private Tour: Shore Temple & Sculptures
Mahabalipuram Private Tour: Shore Temple & Sculptures★★★★★★★★★★ 4.77 (151)7hA private guided tour from Chennai to Mahabalipuram covers five monolithic temples, two cave sanctuaries, and the Shore Temple—the last surviving structure of seven that once stood as a beacon for seafarers. The tour includes hotel pickup, a professional English or French-speaking guide, lunch, and entry to all sites over seven hours. Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries or cardiovascular concerns.Is it for me?You're staying in Chennai and want to see Mahabalipuram's temples and sculptures without arranging a driver or navigating the sites alone—a private guide means you hear the stories behind each carving and cave, and the fixed itinerary keeps the day moving so you cover five major monuments in seven hours.Free cancellationTravelers' pickMost bookedfromUS$ 89View ›
Private Chennai City Tour by Car: Guided Trip with Lunch
Private Chennai City Tour by Car: Guided Trip with Lunch★★★★★★★★★★ 4.77 (88)6h–7hA private guided city tour of Chennai by car that picks you up from your hotel and takes you to Marina Beach, Mylapore's Kapaleeshwarar Temple, Fort Saint George, Ramakrishna Math shrine, and Shirdi Sai Baba Temple, with a traditional South Indian lunch included and an English-speaking guide throughout. The tour runs 6 to 7 hours and covers entry to all sites, so you move between neighborhoods without managing tickets or transport.Is it for me?Book the 6-hour option if you want to move at a steady pace through all five major sites without rushing between them; the 4-hour version covers the same neighborhoods but with fewer stops, so choose it if you prefer depth over breadth at each location.Free cancellationTravelers' pickBest valuefromUS$ 59View ›
Sowcarpet Street Food Tour Chennai: Local Guide, All-You-Can-Eat
Sowcarpet Street Food Tour Chennai: Local Guide, All-You-Can-Eat★★★★★★★★★★ 4.83 (48)2h–2h 30mA guided street food tasting tour through Sowcarpet Market in Chennai, where a local food guide leads small groups (maximum 10) through the city's most famous food district to sample handpicked delicacies and learn the cultural history behind each dish. The tour runs 2 to 2.5 hours and includes a live English-speaking guide, all food tastings, bottled water, and taxes; hotel pickup and drop-off are available as an option. Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries, poor cardiovascular health, or who are pregnant.Is it for me?Book the group walk if you want to join other travelers and keep the cost down; choose the private walk to move at your own pace without pickup logistics; pick the private tour with pickup if hotel collection and drop-off matter more than the price difference.Free cancellationfromUS$ 45View ›
Private Kanchipuram & Mahabalipuram temples day trip from Chennai
Private Kanchipuram & Mahabalipuram temples day trip from Chennai★★★★★★★★★★ 5.00 (37)12hA private day trip from Chennai to Kanchipuram and Mahabalipuram visits temples and rock-cut monuments built during the Pallava dynasty, with hotel pickup, entry to both sites and a local guide in English. The itinerary covers the 12-hectare Ekambareswarar Temple in Kanchipuram, the Kailasanathar Temple from 600 AD, the Five Rathas carved from single rocks, Arjuna's Penance bas relief, Krishna's Butterball boulder and the Shore Temple overlooking the sea. Archaeological Survey of India guides can be hired at sites for additional detail.Is it for me?Book this private tour if you want to move at your own pace between temples without coordinating transport or entry separately—the guide, vehicle and all admission are arranged, so the day holds together without building it yourself. Children from age two are welcome, though the tour is not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries, poor cardiovascular health or during pregnancy.Free cancellationTravelers' pickfromUS$ 129View ›
Mahabalipuram & Pondicherry Day Trip: Temples & Auroville
Mahabalipuram & Pondicherry Day Trip: Temples & Auroville★★★★★★★★★★ 4.84 (31)12hA 12-hour guided day trip from Chennai to Pondicherry, Auroville and Mahabalipuram with private transport, lunch and entry to all monuments. The itinerary moves through the Aurobindo Ashram and the 500-year-old Manakula Vinayagar Temple in Pondicherry, then to Auroville's Matrimandir meditation dome and sustainable community, then south to Mahabalipuram to walk the Pancha Rathas (five 7th-century rock-cut temples), Krishna's Butterball granite boulder, Arjuna's Penance bas-relief and the Shore Temple overlooking the Bay of Bengal. Pickup from your Chennai hotel at 7:00 AM; return by 7:00 PM. A live guide speaks English or French.Is it for me?The day runs 12 hours with substantial walking at each site—the Pancha Rathas, Arjuna's Penance and Shore Temple all require moving across uneven stone terrain—so it suits travelers comfortable with a full-day pace and several hours on foot. The early 7:00 AM pickup means an early start, but it gets you through all five major monuments and back to Chennai by evening without rushing any single stop.Free cancellationTravelers' pickKids −26%fromUS$ 189View ›
Mahabalipuram Day Trip: Shore Temple & Monuments Tour
Mahabalipuram Day Trip: Shore Temple & Monuments Tour★★★★★★★★★★ 4.77 (30)7hA private day trip from Chennai to Mahabalipuram with a professional guide covers the Shore Temple, Panch Rathas (five rock-cut chariots), Arjuna's Penance bas-relief, and six other heritage sites across seven hours, including hotel pickup, lunch and entrance fees. The guide speaks English, French or Japanese. Infants sit on an adult's lap; the tour suits all fitness levels but is not recommended for pregnant travelers.Is it for me?Pick this if your guide speaks French or Japanese and you want commentary in your language; otherwise, the seven-hour shared tour covers nine sites with all logistics handled, so you move at a set pace rather than exploring at your own speed.Free cancellationInfants freefromUS$ 107View ›
Trivandrum Temple Walking Tour: Stories of Warriors and Saints
Trivandrum Temple Walking Tour: Stories of Warriors and Saints★★★★★★★★★★ 5.00 (22)2hThis is a guided walking tour of temples and palaces in Trivandrum's historic quarter, led by a local guide in English over two hours on a route covering less than 1.5 miles. You choose a morning or evening departure and walk at a slow pace, stopping to hear the history and mythology tied to each site—from an 800-year-old Brahma temple where the idol is covered daily with a banana-based sweet, to the world's richest temple with its sealed treasure vaults, to a shrine dedicated to snake gods. Headsets let you hear clearly as the guide speaks. The walk suits all fitness levels and is open to children from age 6 when accompanied by an adult.Is it for me?Book this tour if you want to understand Trivandrum's history through the temples and palaces themselves, not just pass by them—the guide's stories turn each stop into a moment that makes sense. The slow pace and short distance work well if you're new to the city, have limited time, or prefer walking to other transport.Free cancellationTravelers' pickKids −48%fromUS$ 57View ›
Mylapore walking tour Chennai: temple, bazaar & church
Mylapore walking tour Chennai: temple, bazaar & church★★★★★★★★★★ 4.89 (18)3hA 3-hour guided walking tour of Mylapore in Chennai visits the Kapaleeshwara Temple, Santhome Church and the surrounding bazaars and residential lanes, with a short auto-rickshaw ride included and south Indian refreshments at the end. The guide speaks English and can arrange hotel pickup and drop-off on the private options; children from age 6 are welcome. The walk is mostly on foot through crowded streets and narrow passages.Is it for me?Book the private option if you need hotel pickup and drop-off; choose the group tour if you're comfortable getting to Mylapore independently and want to meet other travelers.Free cancellationKids −28%fromUS$ 35View ›
Trivandrum City Tour by Car: Local Guide, Temples & Museums
Trivandrum City Tour by Car: Local Guide, Temples & Museums★★★★★★★★★★ 5.00 (12)4hYou’ll wander Trivandrum’s ancient temples with a local guide who knows every shortcut and story. Expect art-filled museums, bustling markets, unexpected tastes (vada!), and quiet moments by the lake before heading back—these are the kinds of details you’ll remember long after the trip.Free cancellationTravelers' pickfrom · per groupUS$ 72View ›
Trivandrum to Alleppey: Private Transfer & Backwater Route
Trivandrum to Alleppey: Private Transfer & Backwater Route★★★★★★★★★★ 5.00 (5)5hA driver collects you from your Trivandrum hotel or airport in an air-conditioned car and takes you directly to Alleppey, handling the 2-3 hour route, tolls, and parking. You arrive at Kerala's backwater hub without arranging transport yourself or negotiating fares, ready to board a houseboat or settle into your accommodation on your own timeline.Is it for me?Book this if you're arriving in Trivandrum and want to reach Alleppey without renting a car or haggling over shared transport—the fixed price and scheduled pickup mean you move straight from airport or hotel to the backwaters on your own timeline.Free cancellationfromUS$ 191View ›
Day trip to Varkala from Trivandrum: guided backwater tour
Day trip to Varkala from Trivandrum: guided backwater tour★★★★★★★★★★ 5.00 (2)8hThis eight-hour guided day trip from Trivandrum takes you to Varkala by private car with a live guide who speaks English and Hindi. You'll visit Anchuthengu Fort with its views across the fort complex and gardens, Janardana Swami Temple (over 2,000 years old), Ponnumthuruthu Island with its Hindu shrine, Sivagiri Mutt, Varkala Cliff's red sandstone formations, and Veli Lake. The guide shares stories about the city's history, culture and religious significance; snacks and local tips are included, and lunch is at your own expense at a multi-cuisine restaurant.Is it for me?Choose the sedan if you're traveling as a couple or small group and want a nimble vehicle through the countryside; pick the SUV if you're a larger party or prefer more space. Either way, the fixed eight-hour window and included guide mean you move through Varkala's temples, backwaters and clifftops without building the day yourself — the route holds together, and you focus on what you're standing in front of.Free cancellationfrom · per groupUS$ 129View ›
Trivandrum Airport to Hotel: Private Transfer with Name Placard
Trivandrum Airport to Hotel: Private Transfer with Name Placard★★★★★★★★★★ 3.00 (1)1hYou're met at arrivals with a name placard, helped with luggage, and driven directly to your Trivandrum hotel in a private air-conditioned vehicle with an English-speaking driver. No shared stops, no negotiation, no uncertainty about the route or the cost — the price is locked in when you book, and the driver handles the navigation so you can rest after your flight.Is it for me?Book this if you want to skip the taxi rank and the uncertainty of negotiating a fare after landing — the driver meets you by name, the vehicle is waiting, and the cost is already decided, which turns an airport arrival into a straightforward handoff rather than a logistical puzzle.Free cancellationfrom · per groupUS$ 30View ›
Trivandrum Airport Transfer: Fixed Price & Flight Tracking
Trivandrum Airport Transfer: Fixed Price & Flight Tracking1h–1h 30mYou get picked up at arrivals with a name sign, driven to your Trivandrum destination in a private air-conditioned car, and charged a fixed price that doesn't change if your flight is delayed. The driver waits for you, handles your luggage, and can drop you at any address in the city without extra cost. Book it if you want to skip the airport taxi queue and arrive at your hotel knowing exactly what you've paid.Is it for me?Book this if you land in Trivandrum and want to skip the taxi negotiation — the driver is waiting, the price is set, and you can change your destination in the city without paying more.Free cancellationfromUS$ 14.70View ›
Varkala Day Trip from Trivandrum: Guided Coastal & Heritage Tour
Varkala Day Trip from Trivandrum: Guided Coastal & Heritage Tour8hA private day trip from Trivandrum to Varkala and surrounding sites by car with a trained local guide who speaks English and Hindi. You pick which eight to nine attractions to visit—Varkala Cliff with its distinctive red sandstone formations, Sivagiri Mutt, Anchuthengu Fort, Veli Lake, and others—and the guide shares local stories and recommendations throughout the eight-hour route. The car and guide are included; entry fees to historical sites and lunch are separate.Is it for me?Choose the Sedan if you're traveling as a couple or small group; the SUV gives more space and comfort if you're four or more, or if you want extra room for luggage. Either way, the private car means you're not waiting for other travelers or following a fixed schedule—the day moves at your pace, and the stops are yours to choose.Free cancellationfromUS$ 80View ›
Trivandrum Airport to City: Private Transfer & Meet-Greet
Trivandrum Airport to City: Private Transfer & Meet-Greet30mYour driver meets you at Trivandrum Airport arrivals with a name board, tracks your flight for delays, and drives you directly to your Trivandrum city hotel or resort in a private premium car or minivan. No shared rides, no taxi lines, all taxes and tolls included. The driver waits up to 60 minutes after landing, so delays don't strand you.Is it for me?Book this if you want to skip the taxi queue and arrive without arranging transport or negotiating fares — the driver's waiting with your name, which is what turns an airport arrival into a straightforward drive to your hotel.Free cancellationfrom · per groupUS$ 38View ›
Trivandrum City to Airport: Private Transfer up to 6
Trivandrum City to Airport: Private Transfer up to 630mYou're picked up from your Trivandrum hotel at a set time in a private premium car or minivan, driven to TRV Airport with all tolls and taxes covered, and dropped at departures. No taxi lines, no negotiating fares, no surprises. Book the transfer when you book your flight and one less thing occupies your mind on departure day.Is it for me?Book this if you're leaving Trivandrum with luggage and want the pickup time locked in before you arrive at your hotel—the fixed price and set departure time are what make the morning predictable instead of stressful.Free cancellationfrom · per groupUS$ 38View ›
Trivandrum full-day guided tour: 8 hours, 10 sites
Trivandrum full-day guided tour: 8 hours, 10 sites8hA full-day guided tour of Trivandrum covers up to ten landmarks across the city—from the 16th-century Padmanabhaswamy Temple to Kovalam's lighthouse and beaches—with a personal guide who speaks English or Hindi, an air-conditioned car, and local snacks. You pick which sites to visit and whether you want an SUV or sedan at checkout. Entry fees to historical sites are separate.Is it for me?Pick the SUV if your group is larger or you want more space; the sedan works for smaller groups or couples. Either way, the fixed eight-hour window and the guide's knowledge of which sites fit together means you see ten landmarks without building the day yourself or negotiating timing at each stop.Free cancellationfrom · per groupUS$ 129View ›
Chennai Airport Transfer: Private Hotel Pickup & Fast Checkout
Chennai Airport Transfer: Private Hotel Pickup & Fast Checkout★★★★★★★★★★ 4.33 (3)45mYou get picked up from your hotel lobby at your chosen time, with luggage assistance included. The driver takes you directly to Chennai International Airport in a private, air-conditioned car. You confirm the exact pickup time 24–48 hours before departure, and the fixed price means no surprises at checkout.Is it for me?Book this if you want to leave your hotel without arranging a taxi or negotiating fares — the driver meets you in the lobby at a time you choose, and the fixed price removes any uncertainty about what you'll pay.Free cancellationfromUS$ 44View ›
Kovalam to Alleppey Transfer: Private Car & English-Speaking Driver
Kovalam to Alleppey Transfer: Private Car & English-Speaking Driver5hYou're picked up at your Kovalam hotel by an English-speaking driver in an air-conditioned car and driven to Alleppey in about two hours. Tolls and parking are included, so you don't handle money or logistics en route. You arrive at your houseboat or hotel ready to start exploring the backwaters instead of tired from negotiating transport.Is it for me?Book this if you're traveling with luggage, arriving tired, or simply don't want to arrange transport yourself — the fixed price and direct route mean you step out of the car at your destination, not at a taxi stand negotiating the fare.Free cancellationfrom · per groupUS$ 108View ›
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