One Day Chennai to Kanchipuram Trip by Cab

Known as Madras in the past, the capital city of Tamil Nadu is dotted with several religious sites that enthral visitors. A key economic, commercial and industrial centre of South India, offers a cornucopia of sightseeing spots suiting the tastes of every tourist.

Chennai has numerous incredible attractions to visit in its neighbourhood too. Kanchipuram is a perfect historical gateway located at a distance of 74 km from Chennai. Hop on our one day Chennai to Kanchipuram tour and explore some of the best historical and religious spots of the town.

Kanchipuram is considered to be one of the seven Tirthas or the Sapta Puri. Adorned with religious treasures, it holds a significant place among both the Shaivites and Vaishnavites.

With 108 Shiva Temples the town is flooded with travellers throughout the year. A city of thousand temples is also famous for silk saris especially woven with hand looms.

From 4th to the 10th century, it had been the capital of Pallava kingdom and has flourished as the learning centre of different religions. A celebrated town that appeals all visitors is divided into two parts Big Kanchi or Shiva Kanchi and Little Kanchi or Vishnu Kanchi.

Gain an insight into the key attractions of the town boarding our one day Chennai to Kanchipuram tour by private cab. This full day Kanchipuram trip is packed with an array of enchanting spots.

Overview of One Day Chennai to Kanchipuram Tour

Explore Kanchipuram rich culture and architectural splendour with our 1 day Chennai to Kanchipuram tour by cab. This comprehensive same day trip takes you to witness the architectural masterpieces of the town. A visit to the rich collection of sacred places proves to be an unforgettable experience.

This splendid one day Kanchipuram tour from Chennai commences with the visit to the most important pilgrimage site, Kamatchi Amman Temple. Head out to Lord Vishnu temples and the famed Varadharaja Perumal Temple

Pay your obeisance to Lord Shiva at Kailasanathar Temple and Ekambareswarar Temple. Continue your trip witnessing Lord Kumaran at the famed Kumarakottam Temple. End your day tour with the shopping of beautiful and colourful silk saris.

Highlights of One Day Chennai to Kanchipuram Trip

• Full-day Chennai to Kanchipuram Local Sightseeing Tour
• Duration: 10 to 14 hours
• Tour by Private Cab (not shared with others)
• Pickup & Drop: Chennai Hotel / Home
• Places Covered: Kamakshi Amman Temple, Varadharaja Perumal Temple, Kailasanathar Temple, Ekambareswarar Temple, Kumarakottam Temple.

Package Price for 1 Day Chennai to Kanchipuram Sightseeing Tour Package by Cab

1 Day Itinerary of Kanchipuram Local Sightseeing Tour from Chennai

Pickup from your Home / Hotel in Chennai at 9:00 AM

S.No	Sightseeing Place	Recommended Duration
1	Kamakshi Amman Temple	90 minutes
2	Varadharaja Perumal Temple	60 minutes
3	Kailasanathar Temple	60 minutes
4	Ekambareswarar Temple	60 minutes
5	Kumarakottam Temple	60 minutes
6	Kanchipuram Saree Shopping	60 minutes

Drop back at your Home / Hotel in Chennai by 7:00 PM

PLEASE NOTE: Guests can visit all the Kanchipuram tourism places listed above or remove any of the places that they don’t want to visit. Inclusion of any other sightseeing place not listed above is normally not permitted. However guests can check with their cab provider if any exceptions possible, while booking this Chennai to Kanchipuram local sightseeing tour by private car.

Detailed Guide: Places to Visit with One Day Chennai to Kanchipuram Tour by Car

Below are the list of sightseeing places to visit with our Chennai to Kanchipuram sightseeing tour in 1 day:

1. Kamatchi Amman Temple

Kick off the amazing one day Kanchipuram tour with the visit to the most sacred shrine of Kamakshi Amman Temple. Spanning over 5 acres of land the auspicious holy shrine has five wonderful entrances.

A statue of God Kalabhairava and the statue of Goddess Mahishasura Mardini adorn the main entrance. The temple has the idol of Goddess Kamakshi in a sitting posture called as Parabrahma Swarupini holding a bunch of flowers and a sugarcane bow in the lower two hands and two divine chakras in the upper two hands.

An outstanding shrine has splendid mandapams and a stunning golden vimanam that astounds every visitor. The outer prakaram of the sanctum sanctorum has the deities of Ayyappan, Saraswati, Annapoorni and Adi Shankaracharya.

Must see / Things to do: Watch for the amazingly carved gopuram at the entrance

2. Varadharaja Perumal Temple

Next stop of the one day Kanchipuram tour from Chennai by car is the revered Varadharaja Perumal Temple constructed in 1053. A marvellous spiritual complex exhibits the magnificence of the Dravidian style of architecture.

Must see / Things to do: Worship Lord Vishnu

3. Kailasanathar Temple

4. Ekambareswarar Temple

Another attraction of the full day Kanchipuram local town tour is the Ekambareswarar Temple. One of the pancha bootha Kshetras, the expansive temple has Lord Shiva as Ekambareswarar and his consort Goddess Parvati as Gowri Devi Amman.

Lord Shiva is worshipped as Prithvi Lingam in the temple. Admire the wonderful towers at the entrances called gopurams with the tallest tower at the southern entrance with a height of 55 meters.

Visitors admire the sacred 3500 years old temple tree called Sthala Vruksham with four branches that bears different types of mango fruits in four different seasons. The pancha bootha Kshetras signifies the five elements of earth named the wind, water, fire, earth and space. Under the mango tree there is a shrine of Lord Shiva and Goddess Kamakshi.

Constructed in 600 AD the temple is believed that the linga was built by Goddess Parvati.

Must see \ Things to do: Watch Lord Vishnu as Nilathingal Thundam Perumal

5. Kumarakottam Temple

Having worshipped Goddess Parvati, Lord Shiva and Lord Vishnu we move ahead to worship Lord Murugan in the holy temple, Kumarakottam Temple. A wonderful temple enshrines Lord Muruga holding a kamandalu and prayer beads of Rudraksha.

Renowned as Subramanya Swamy Temple the temple was rebuilt in 1915. Visitors would be delighted to view the pinnacle above the main sanctum built in granite and in the shape of a dome called chakra Vimanam.

Must see \ Things to do: Watch the other wonderful shrines within the sacred spiritual complex

6. Kanchi Silk Sarees Shopping

Having witnessed the magnificent temples of the revered town, the splendid way to carry the memories of the fabulous town back home is buying famous silk saris. Wander through the most famous silk saree shops in Kanchipuram to grab some of these vivid saris.

Several people are involved in the production of the exclusive silk saris. The occupation that has flourished well in the town started some 400 years ago. It is believed that silk fabric had been admired by Lord Vishnu.

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Package Inclusions

• Pick and drop from Home / Hotel in Chennai
• Selected Cab for Kanchipuram sightseeing from Chennai as per the above Itinerary
• Vehicle Parking Charges
• Toll-gate Charges if any
• Driver Batta

Package Exclusions

• Entry Ticket Fee at tourist places in Kanchipuram
• Breakfast, Lunch or any meal
• Lodging / Accommodation in Kanchipuram
• Vehicle beyond the mentioned time duration
• Vehicle beyond the designated tour route

Terms & Conditions

Travelers are requested to follow the given itinerary for 1 Day Chennai to Kanchipuram Sightseeing tour package. Ideally this 1 day Kanchipuram tour package from Chennai can not be customized, however if guests prefer to visit different set of places in Kanchipuram tour, they can check the possibility of the same with the listed car rental companies and request for a custom quote.

The time spent on each Kanchipuram and nearby tourist attraction is to be followed as per the Itinerary schedule. In case of any delays or additional time spent at a particular place, driver or car rental company will not be responsible to cover all the places mentioned in the itinerary.

Please also note that if a particular Kanchipuram sightseeing place is closed on the scheduled day of the tour, it will not be covered from the list of sightseeing places. Please check the possibility of visiting an alternate place with cab vendor before you book the tour.

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Trailing through the splendid treasures of the ancient town with our comprehensive one day Chennai to Kanchipuram tour by private cab is going to be a memorable trip.

Viewing the famed cultural and historical landmarks makes for a gratifying holiday tour. With numerous spell bound holy pilgrimage sites, the town is a must-visit place especially for cultural and historical aficionados.

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