Vellore Sightseeing Day Tour from Chennai City

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Vellore Sightseeing Day Tour from Chennai City

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Trip Overview

Discover the rich history of Vellore through its magnificent fort, known for its architectural grandeur and historical significance. Explore the ancient temples and serene lakes that add to the charm of this culturally vibrant city in Tamil Nadu.

HIGHLIGHTS

Explore the fort of Vellore, which represents Vijayanagara architecture.
Visit Sripuram, a golden temple which is built in 100 acres of land.
A hassle-free tour with an experienced driver.

DETAILED OVERVIEW

Vellore, a city in Tamil Nadu, is renowned for its historical landmarks and cultural richness. At its heart stands the imposing Vellore Fort, a 16th-century marvel showcasing a blend of Dravidian and European architectural styles. The fort houses ancient temples, mosques, and a church, reflecting the city's diverse religious heritage. Vellore is also famous for its educational institutions, including the prestigious Christian Medical College (CMC), and is a hub for medical tourism. Its vibrant markets, delectable cuisine, and warm hospitality make it a must-visit destination for history enthusiasts and travelers alike.

Vellore Sightseeing Day Tour from Chennai City Itinerary

The driver will pick you from hotel/residence address in Chennai city limits at a time selected while booking.
The drive to Vellore is about 140 kilometres from Chennai and may take up to 4 hours.
Upon arrival, you may visit the following suggested places: skip OR add a few of your own
Vellore Fort is a magnificent fort which was built during Krishnadeva Raya, Vijayanagara emperor. The fort has a temple, mosque and a church. This shows that the king gave importance to all religions.
Jalakandeshwar temple, which is a great example of Vijayanagara architecture, took 50 years to complete.
Tipu Mahal and Hyder Mahal are inside the fort, which has 180–200 rooms each.
Sripuarm, a golden temple which was constructed in 2007 by using 1.5 tonnes of gold, is the biggest structure made out of gold. The temple is built in 100 acres of land.
Ratnagiri Murugan Temple: Situated atop Ratnagiri Hill, this temple is dedicated to Lord Murugan and offers a scenic view of Vellore city.
Sripuram Golden Temple: A spiritual landmark renowned for its golden exterior, it is dedicated to Goddess Mahalakshmi and attracts devotees from around the world.
Ratnagiri Balamurugan Temple: Another temple dedicated to Lord Murugan, located atop Ratnagiri Hill, offers panoramic views and a serene atmosphere.
Vallimalai Subramanyar Temple: Located in nearby Thirumalai, this temple dedicated to Lord Murugan is known for its hilltop location and beautiful surroundings.
After the completion of your tour, the driver will drop you back to the hotel/residence in the Chennai city limits.

Basic Details

Start Point

Chennai Hotel/Residence in Chennai

Finish Point

Chennai Hotel / Residence in Chennai

Start time

6:00 am 6:30 am 7:00 am 7:30 am See more

Inclusions

All transportation is done in an air-conditioned private cab.
Pickup and drop-off are within Chennai city limits.
Driver and fuel charges.
Limit of 350 kilometres of usage (can be extended with extra charges).
Tour as per the itinerary (you may skip or add some places in the region).

Exclusions

Monument entrance fees.
Any toll and parking charges (To be paid as per actuals to the driver).
Personal expenses.
Any meals.
Anything not mentioned in the inclusions above.

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Important Information

This is not a guided tour.
The guests may choose to skip or add any new attraction in the destination of the tour.
The booking price is applicable if the pick-up and drop-off is the same location.
Pick up and drop off location can be different but an extra charge will apply. To be paid to the driver directly.
Sedans (4-seater) models provided are Suzuki Dzire, Toyota Etios or similar.
SUV (6-seater) models provided are Mahindra Xylo, Suzuki Ertiga or similar.
Night charge of Rs. 250 is applicable if the cab service is used between 10:00 pm to 6:00 am.
The tour has a limit of 350 kilometres.
After 350 kilometres, additional per kilometre charge will be applicable (to be paid directly to the driver).
For Sedan (4-seater) - Rs. 13 per km (additional kilometre charge).
For SUV (6-seater) - Rs. 18 per km (additional kilometre charge).
The driver will know the local language, English speaking driver can be requested by you during the booking in "Special Request" section, the team will try their best to fulfil the request but the same cannot be promised for sure.

Cancellation Policy

Full refund if cancelled before* 3 days
No refund after that

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Meet-up Information/Reporting Point

The driver will pick you up directly from your hotel or specified pick-up point in city limits. Please enter the full pick up address at the checkout page.
The contact person details and phone number are shared in booking voucher sent to you via email after booking.
The driver and cab details are share 2 to 4 hours prior to the tour starting time.

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