Where can I be picked up in Chennai for tour packages?

We provide doorstep pickup across Chennai, including Chennai Central (Puratchi Thalaivar Dr. M.G.R. Central - MAS), Chennai Egmore (MS), Chennai International Airport (MAA), T. Nagar, Guindy, Koyambedu, OMR, Velachery, and any hotel or residence.

Chennai Tour Packages | Sightseeing, Mahabalipuram & Outstation Cabs

Tour Overview

Explore Chennai & Tamil Nadu's Historic Coromandel Coast

Chennai, the 385-year-old metropolis on the Bay of Bengal, is the vibrant cultural capital of South India. Blending deep Dravidian temple traditions with British colonial heritage, modern tech corridors, and the second longest urban beach in the world, Chennai serves as the primary international gateway for travelers entering Tamil Nadu. From the soaring gopuram of the 7th-century Kapaleeswarar Temple in Mylapore to the serene neo-Gothic spires of San Thome Cathedral Basilica, Chennai immerses you in timeless heritage.

Furthermore, Chennai commands the East Coast Road (ECR)—one of India's most breathtaking coastal highways connecting Mahabalipuram UNESCO World Heritage Monuments (55 km) and the bohemian French Quarter of Pondicherry (150 km), alongside western pilgrimage routes to Kanchipuram Silk City (75 km) and Tirupati Balaji Temple (135 km). With Rithish Tours & Travels, travel comfortably in private AC cabs with courteous, background-verified chauffeurs.

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About Rithish Tours & Travels • Why Choose Us?

Established in Madurai with an expansive operations network spanning Chennai, Coimbatore, Trichy, and beyond, Rithish Tours & Travels has catered to thousands of delighted families, spiritual seekers, and international visitors across Tamil Nadu. Our service is defined by spotless commercial vehicles, honest pricing with zero surprise charges, and punctual, courteous service.

Commercial AC Fleet

100% yellow-board registered tourist vehicles with valid passenger insurance, speed governors, and sanitized interiors.

Professional Chauffeurs

Experienced highway drivers fluent in Tamil and basic English/Hindi, knowledgeable in heritage routes and safe driving.

100% Transparent Rates

Clear, itemized written quotes with zero hidden extras, zero surge pricing, and no unapproved additions.

Doorstep Chennai Pickup

Punctual pickup from Chennai Airport (MAA), Chennai Central (MAS), Egmore, T. Nagar, OMR, or any hotel/residence.

Customizable Itineraries

Tailor darshan timings, add beach stops along ECR, or include traditional Kanchipuram silk weaving master visits at your pace.

24/7 Dedicated Support

Direct trip coordinator assistance from reservation to departure drop-off, ensuring total peace of mind throughout your journey.

Curated Tour Packages

Popular Chennai Tour Packages

Select from our highly rated private itineraries starting with convenient doorstep pickup in Chennai.

1 Day • Same Day Return

Chennai City Heritage, Culture & Beach Tour

City Explorer

Route: Hotel / Airport Pickup → 7th-Century Kapaleeswarar Temple (Mylapore) → San Thome Cathedral Basilica → Government Museum & National Art Gallery (Egmore) → Fort St. George & St. Mary's Church → Evening at Marina Beach coastline → Drop return.

Kapaleeswarar Dravidian Gopuram San Thome Relics Chola Bronzes Egmore Fort St. George Marina Beach Promenade Authentic Mylapore Filter Coffee

Dedicated private AC cab • Flexible hours

1 Day • Coastal Day Trip

Chennai to Mahabalipuram UNESCO & ECR Heritage Tour

Top Rated

Route: Chennai Pickup → Scenic East Coast Road drive → DakshinaChitra Living History Museum → Mahabalipuram 8th-Century Shore Temple → Pancha Rathas monolithic rock shrines → Arjuna's Penance bas-relief → Krishna's Butter Ball → Return drop.

Pallava Shore Temple Pancha Rathas Arjuna's Penance Krishna's Butter Ball DakshinaChitra Museum Kovalam Beach Bay View

World-class coastal photography & stone artisan workshops

2 Days / 1 Night

Golden Triangle of Tamil Nadu: Chennai • Kanchi • Mahabalipuram

Heritage Circuit

Day 1: Drive from Chennai to Kanchipuram • Darshan at Kamakshi Amman Temple, Ekambareswarar (Earth Lingam), and 7th-century Kailasanathar • Visit authentic handloom silk weaving units • Transfer to Mahabalipuram night stay.
Day 2: Morning Shore Temple sunrise • Pancha Rathas • Mahishasuramardini Cave • Coastal seaside lunch • Scenic ECR return drive to Chennai via DakshinaChitra.

Kanchi Kamakshi Darshan Ekambareswarar Earth Lingam Kailasanathar Ancient Murals Handloom Silk Weavers UNESCO Shore Temple ECR Sunset Drive

Recommended for temple devotees, shoppers & families

2 Days / 1 Night

Chennai to Pondicherry & Auroville French Heritage Coastal Tour

Leisure & Coastal

Day 1: Morning pickup in Chennai • Picturesque ECR drive via Mahabalipuram stopover • Check-in at Pondicherry hotel • Stroll through the charming French Quarter (White Town) with pastel villas • Sri Aurobindo Ashram • Evening at Promenade Beach and Gandhi Memorial.
Day 2: Morning excursion to Auroville universal township and Matrimandir viewing point • Chunnambar Boat House with Paradise Beach ferry • Return drive to Chennai with evening drop.

White Town French Quarter Auroville Matrimandir Promenade Seaside Paradise Beach Island Sri Aurobindo Ashram French Cafe Bakeries

Top choice for weekend getaways & couples

1 Day • Early Morning Return

Chennai to Tirupati Balaji VIP Pilgrimage Tour

Devotional Yatra

Route: 4:30 AM Doorstep pickup in Chennai → Comfortable NH 716 drive to Tirupati foothills (135 km) → Transfer up the seven sacred hills of Tirumala → Venkateswara Swamy Temple darshan assistance → Tirupati prasadam collection → Alamelu Mangapuram (Padmavathi Temple) → Return drop to Chennai by night.

Lord Venkateswara Darshan Seven Hills Scenic Drive Goddess Padmavathi Temple Inter-state Andhra Permit Included Senior Citizen Friendly Assistance

Hassle-free door-to-door pilgrimage with toll & permit clearance

3 Days / 2 Nights

Chennai to Vellore Golden Temple, Tiruvannamalai & Kanchi Circuit

Grand Pilgrimage

Day 1: Chennai pickup → Kanchipuram 5-temple circuit & silk loom visit → Transfer to Vellore → Sripuram Golden Temple sparkling under night illuminations → Overnight stay in Vellore.
Day 2: Historic Vellore Fort & Jalakanteswarar Temple → Scenic drive to Tiruvannamalai → Sri Arunachaleswarar Temple (Fire Element Lingam) darshan • Sri Ramana Maharshi Ashram → Overnight stay.
Day 3: Morning Giri Pradakshina road circumambulation • Optional Gingee Fort historic photo stop → Smooth return drop to Chennai.

Sripuram 1500kg Gold Temple Arunachaleswarar Agni Lingam Ramana Ashram Peace Giri Pradakshina Path Vellore Fort Moat Gingee Fort Majestic Ramparts

One of South India's most spiritually powerful circuits

Travel Logistics

Highway Distances & Travel Times from Chennai Hub

Accurate road distances and estimated travel times for major destinations originating from Chennai via National & State Highways.

Destination	Distance	Drive Time	Primary Route	Key Attraction
Mahabalipuram	55 km	1.5 - 2.0 hrs	SH 49 (East Coast Road)	Shore Temple & Pancha Rathas
Kanchipuram	75 km	2.0 hrs	NH 48 (Bengaluru Highway)	Kamakshi Amman & Pure Silk
Pondicherry (Puducherry)	150 km	3.5 hrs	SH 49 (ECR Scenic Route)	French Quarter & Auroville
Tirupati (Andhra Pradesh)	135 km	3.5 - 4.0 hrs	NH 716 / NH 205	Tirumala Venkateswara Balaji
Vellore	140 km	3.0 hrs	NH 48	Sripuram Golden Temple
Tiruvannamalai	195 km	4.5 hrs	NH 48 → NH 77	Arunachaleswarar & Giri Valam

Sightseeing Highlights

Must-Visit Attractions in Chennai & Coastal Corridors

Every attraction is scheduled with optimal darshan and photography timings, avoiding peak city traffic queues.

Kapaleeswarar Temple (Mylapore)

A masterpiece of Dravidian temple architecture dating back to the 7th-century Pallava and Vijayanagara eras. Dedicated to Lord Shiva (Kapaleeswarar) and Karpagambal. Features an awe-inspiring 120-foot rainbow gopuram, ancient sacred temple tank, and thriving traditional Brahmin agraharam cultural life.

Recommended Time: 1.5 Hours

Marina Beach Coastline

Stretching 13 km along the Bay of Bengal, Marina Beach is the second longest natural urban beach in the world. Enjoy refreshing sea breezes, historical statues along Kamarajar Promenade, the heritage Marina Lighthouse, and bustling local street sundal and corn stalls during the evening golden hour.

Recommended Time: 1.5 to 2 Hours

Mahabalipuram Coastal Excursion UNESCO Shore Temple

Mahabalipuram Shore Temple & Rathas

UNESCO World Heritage site 55 km south of Chennai along ECR. Built in the 8th century under Pallava king Narasimhavarman II. Highlights include the wave-swept Shore Temple facing the Bay of Bengal, the monolithic Pancha Rathas carved from single granite outcrops, and the intricate bas-relief of Arjuna's Penance.

Recommended Time: 3 to 4 Hours

San Thome Cathedral Basilica

One of only three basilicas worldwide built over the tomb of an apostle of Jesus Christ (St. Thomas). Originally erected by Portuguese explorers in the 16th century and rebuilt in striking neo-Gothic style by the British in 1896, featuring stained-glass artistry and an underground tomb museum.

Recommended Time: 1 Hour

Government Museum and Art Gallery Egmore Chennai

Government Museum (Egmore)

India's second oldest museum, sprawling over an 1851 British complex in Pantheon Road. World-famous for its unparalleled National Art Gallery and the Bronze Gallery, preserving original Chola period masterpieces including the cosmic Nataraja dance bronze and historic Amaravati Buddhist marble friezes.

Recommended Time: 2 Hours

DakshinaChitra Heritage Museum East Coast Road Chennai

DakshinaChitra Living History Museum

Situated along the ECR scenic route, this living-history open-air museum preserves 18 authentic heritage houses meticulously dismantled and reconstructed from across Tamil Nadu, Kerala, Karnataka, and Andhra Pradesh. Features live pottery, silk weaving, folk dances, and traditional artisans.

Recommended Time: 2 to 3 Hours

Fleet & Transport

Available Tourist Vehicles • Choose & Book Instantly

Select from our commercial yellow-board tourist fleet with legal permits and passenger insurance. Click Book Now to auto-select your vehicle in the booking form.

Maruti Swift Dzire / Etios

Ideal for couples, solo travelers, and small families. Smooth city driving and highway cruising.

Up to 4 Passengers
2 Large + 1 Small Bags
Full AC • Clean Interiors

Maruti Ertiga AC

Economical 6-seater MUV with versatile foldable seating and generous luggage room for families.

Up to 6 Passengers
3 Large Luggage Pieces
Dual AC • Family Comfort

Toyota Innova Crysta

The premier vehicle for outstation highway and coastal trips with plush captain seats and silent cabin.

6 to 7 Passengers
4 Large Luggage Pieces
Executive Luxury Ride

Tempo Traveller (12 & 17 Seater)

High-roof tourist van with pushback recliners and individual AC vents for pilgrimage and family groups.

12 / 17 Passenger Seats
Dedicated Luggage Carrier
Pushback Recliner Seats

Force Urbania (VIP Luxury)

Ultra-luxury modern van with executive reclining seats, panoramic windows, and silent, smooth suspension.

12 to 16 Luxury Seats
Large Luggage Storage
VIP Executive Comfort

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Package Inclusions & Exclusions

We maintain 100% transparent pricing with zero surprise charges. All commercial terms are confirmed upfront in writing.

What's Included

Dedicated private, sanitized AC tourist vehicle for your group
Professional, background-verified chauffeur with highway expertise
Door-to-door pickup and drop within Chennai city / airport / station
Complete vehicle fuel charges and inter-district Tamil Nadu permits
Driver allowance (bata) for all driving hours
24/7 centralized travel desk support during your journey

What's Excluded

National highway toll plaza fees & parking charges (settled at actuals)
Monument & museum entry tickets or camera permits
Meals, snacks, and personal beverages
Hotel accommodation (available as an optional add-on quote)
Inter-state road entry permit if traveling into Andhra Pradesh (Tirupati circuit)
Special temple darshan or pooja tickets

Help Center

Frequently Asked Questions • Chennai Tours

We provide doorstep pickup across Chennai, including Chennai Central (MAS), Chennai Egmore (MS), Chennai International Airport (MAA), T. Nagar, Guindy, Koyambedu, OMR, Velachery, and any hotel or residence.

Mahabalipuram is approximately 55 km from central Chennai via the scenic East Coast Road (ECR). The drive takes around 1.5 to 2 hours. A full-day tour comfortably covers DakshinaChitra, Shore Temple, Pancha Rathas, Arjuna's Penance, and Krishna's Butter Ball.

Yes, our same-day Chennai to Tirupati Balaji package departs around 4:30 AM to 5:00 AM, covers Tirumala darshan and Tiruchanur Padmavathi Temple, and returns to Chennai by late evening in a private sanitized AC cab.

Our fleet includes Maruti Swift Dzire / Toyota Etios (up to 4 seats), Maruti Ertiga (6 seats), Toyota Innova Crysta (7 seats), Tempo Travellers (12 & 17 seats), and Force Urbania luxury vans, all fully air-conditioned with verified chauffeurs.

Yes, all our tour packages are 100% customizable. You can adjust sightseeing stops, add silk shopping hours in Kanchipuram, or extend your French Quarter stay in Pondicherry as you wish.

You can fill the enquiry form on this page or WhatsApp us directly at +91 97902 46008. We share an itemized written quote with zero hidden charges. A nominal advance secures your vehicle, with the balance payable during your trip.

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