Tamil Nadu Tours

Yoga is India’s gift to the world. The word yoga literally means ‘union’, union of the body, mind and soul. It is an ancient discipline that originated in India around the 6th century B.C. and was embraced by the rest of the world in the 20th century. There have been several gurus in India, who have each made a significant contribution in teaching yoga in India and abroad. Sadhguru Jaggi Vasudev, simply known as Sadhguru, is one such proponent of the ancient science of yoga. Through his Isha Foundation that has over 200 centers worldwide, Sadhguru is engaged in spreading awareness about the benefits of yoga. On this half-day trip, spend some time at Isha Yoga Center, the headquarters of the Isha Foundation near Coimbatore. Highlights • 112 ft. high bust of Adiyogi • Meditation in Dhyanalinga • Calm atmosphere at the Meditation Center

India is the birthplace of yoga and with this tour, you'll get the chance to learn a bit more about the ancient tradition in an authentic, reverent setting. This trip includes a meditation session in the Dhyanalinga Temple as well as a visit to the Adiyoga Shiva Yoga Statue, a 500-metric-ton statue of the Hindu lord Shiva.

Visit the Arignar Anna Zoological Parkon a private full-day tour from Chennai. The zoo is home to about 170 species of mammals, reptiles and birds, along with a variety of plant life, including rare species including the Bengal tiger, white tiger, European brown bear, and Muscovy duck. This private tour makes it easy to take in one of the largest zoos in South Asia, and includes hotel pickup and drop-off in Chennai.

Plan your independent excursion to Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary with the ease of a private round-trip transfer service from Madurai. Your driver meets you at your hotel and takes you through rural India in a comfortable air-conditioned vehicle. Arrive after about three hours, then explore the wildlife sanctuary by choosing one of their daily guided tours (own expense), such as a nature walk or boat cruise on Periyar Lake.

Immerse yourself in Indian life and culture on this culinary tour in a local home in Chennai. Learn to prepare several South Indian vegetarian dishes, then sit down with your group and enjoy in the traditional way: on banana leaves. Dishes may include vegetable curry, sambar, rasam, or dosas. You'll learn much more about Indian cooking and culinary culture during this experience than you would by eating in local restaurants.

Visit the beaches and gardens of Chennai, and discover the natural side of this bustling Indian city on this sightseeing tour. Following a pickup at your Chennai hotel, spin to pretty Besant Nagar Beach and admire sweeping views over the coastal scenery. With a guidebook to lead the way, enjoy the peace and tranquillity of exploring the Huddleston Gardens and the local music scene at the Kalakshetra Dance School independently.

Plenty of visitors get to enjoy South Indian cooking, but few travelers learn how to master local delicacies. Get insider access to South India’s celebrated culinary culture, with recipes passed down over generations. Learn to cook traditional Tamil dishes with a local host, from paper-thin dosas to homemade mango pickles. You’ll also get to munch on the savory meal that you helped prepare, served on a banana leaf.

This is a special opportunity to visit a traditional South Indian Chettiar home near the Chennai seashore. Get picked up from your Chennai hotel and drive out of Chennai to reach Kamala's home located 5 minutes from the sea. Relax in her charming home and learn to cook South Indian dishes with an expert home cook. Kamala will teach you to make 2-3 dishes (including how to pour dosas) before you sit down together to enjoy a typical South Indian meal. You might try dishes such as Chettinad chicken, minced mutton nuggets, egg dosa, fish curry, jackfruit masala, and one of our favorites, piping hot dosas (roasted, rice pancakes) fresh off the griddle, all served on a fresh banana leaf. Please note that this home is a 45 minute drive from the heart of Chennai, located midway between Chennai and Mahabalipuram, a popular tourist destination. Her home is also 20 minutes away from Dakshinachitra, a beautiful open-air museum of South Indian heritage and culture.

Spend the day on the open water with this surfing and paddle boarding excursion at India's first accredited surf school. Enjoy a safe and fun day riding the ways after some expert instruction from professional teachers. Feel the rush of adrenaline as you take to the waters of Tamil Nadu with this fun-filled day of water sports.

• Visit a 150 year old church overlooking the Ooty lake. • Learn about the process that goes into making the famous eucalyptus oil. • Ride through the woods and tea plantations. • Learn about the Todas on a visit to a sacred site. • Marvel at the engineering skills that went into building the Nilgiri Mountain Railway,a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Food Walk in Madurai is a walk deep into the busting streets of Madurai which has been catering travelers since the last 2000 years. This city is multicultural and hence its food is diverse and tempting. This walk takes you into the bylanes which serve the most authentic dishes and drinks of Madurai, Come and start walking for the Extreme Scrumptious Experience!!

Punjabi cuisine is enjoyed across India for its delicate flavors and spice balances, but getting the recipes right every time isn’t easy. On this cookery experience in Chennai, visit the home of a local chef and prepare a delicious 4-course meal of delicacies such as Tikka Masala or Tandoori Paneer. Under the watchful eye of your host, explore Punjab’s diverse flavors and find out what makes this regional cuisine special.

On this excursion, spend the day on the open water surfing and paddle boarding along the beautiful sea shore of Chennai. Professional surfers will teach you the basics of surfing and paddle boarding. Enjoy a safe and fun three hours riding the waves in this attractive beach setting. Highlights • Expert instruction from professional surfers  • Origins of Surfing & Paddle Boarding • Learn Ocean Safety. • Surf and Paddle Board

Immerse yourself in the wonderful century-old museum was founded by H.A. Gass, a British Forest Officer, in 1903. The museum houses a rich collection that ranges from animals, birds and reptiles. Apart from wildlife the exhibits include Arms used in olden days, wood crafts, huge collection of insects, cultural artefacts and many more.

Many of Chennai’s most popular zoos and nature parks lie on the city’s nature trail, but organizing entrance fees and transportation to visit solo takes time. On this tour, visit the Arignar Anna Zoological Gardens, Guindy National Park, the Chennai Crocodile Bank, and Snake Park—with round-trip transport from your Chennai hotel and admission fees included. Along the way, your guide shares insight into India’s animal life, flora, and fauna.

Subramaniyaswami Temple, Marudamalai is a popular hill temple dedicated to Hindu god Murugan,  considered as the Seventh House of Lord Murugan. Like most Murugan temples, the temple is situated upon a hillock part of the Western Ghats .

Dining in a local home is one of the best ways to get beneath the surface of a new city, but a family meal is a rare experience for most visitors. Take a deep dive into the culture and cuisine of Coimbatore with this tour of the market followed by a cooking demonstration at your host’s home. Sample traditional South Indian dishes while you savor warm Indian hospitality around the table.

Escape the tourist track—and wake up those calf muscles—on this relaxing bicycle tour through rural Tamil villages. Learn about centuries-old traditions and lifestyles, from pottery-making to agricultural cultivation. Visit schools, temples, and farms, covering more sights in less time on two wheels. Tours include a tender coconut as a refreshing local snack.

Mahabalipuram is an ancient port town known for its 6th-century rock-cut temples, a UNESCO World Heritage site. Explore exquisite stone statues on this exclusive city tour, which gives an in-depth overview of sites like the famous Five Rathas, a set of Dravidian rock temples, and the Sea Shore Temple, an 8th-century granite shrine facing the Bay of Bengal. Round out the day with visits to DakshinaChitra, a “living museum” dedicated to showcasing South Indian culture, and the Madras Crocodile Bank.

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Experience the splendor of the Taj Mahal and its surrounding historic monuments with this private two-day tour from Chennai, complete with airfare and hotel lodging. During the course of your trip, you'll not only get to see the Taj Mahal, the nearby Agra Fort, and the Taj-view gardens of Mehtab Bagh, but you'll also have plenty of time for shopping for local handicrafts.

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Visit India’s most iconic structure, the Taj Mahal, on this 2-day private tour from Pune to Agra. Enjoy comfort and convenience with all flights, transfers, and transportation arranged and included in the price of the tour. Visit the highlights of Agra such as the Agra Fort, Mehtab Bagh, local markets and more while learning about the history and culture of the city from your guide.

This trail gives you an experience of Chennai’s dance culture. You will visit a Bharatanatyam dancer at her home and learn the basic postures of this classical dance form. She will show you how you can use your expressions and gestures to tell a story. And then you will meet our Bollywood dancer who will teach you some moves and routines that are popular in Indian cinema. Along the way, our storytellers will set a context with many fascinating stories of the city, its dances, and the many ways in which dance touches lives here.