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

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 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.

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.

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.

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.

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

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.

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.

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.

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• 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.

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.

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

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 .