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THE 10 BEST Tamil Nadu Bus Tours

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• Sightseeing Tours
• Historical & Heritage Tours
• Private Tours
• Cultural Tours
• Up to 1 hour
• 1 to 4 hours
• 4 hours to 1 day
• 5.0 of 5 bubbles
• 4.0 of 5 bubbles & up
• 3.0 of 5 bubbles & up
• 2.0 of 5 bubbles & up
• Likely to Sell Out
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1. Total Chennai city tour in Private car with guide & lunch by Wonder tours

2. Best of Madurai (Guided Halfday Sightseeing Tour by Car)

3. Full-Day Taj Mahal Agra Private Tour from Chennai with Flights

4. Day Trip to Taj Mahal and Agra from Chennai with Both Side Commercial Flights

5. Pondicherry day trip from Chennai by Wonder tours

6. Private 6 days Exotic Tamilnadu Tour from Chennai

7. Mahabalipuram Private tour from Chennai by car with guide and lunch by Wonder

8. Auroville and Pondicherry Tour from Chennai

9. 2-Night Private Taj Mahal and Agra Tour from Cruise Port

10. Following the foot steps of St Thomas in Chennai

11. Splendid Chennai: Private Half Day Tour of Chennai

12. Mahabalipuram, Kanchipuram Day Tour with Guide, Lunch, Entrances

13. UNESCO Chola Temple Trail Private day trip from Trichy

14. Day trip to Kanchipuram from Chennai

15. Private tour of Madurai city with guide for a cultural immersion

16. Mahabalipuram Temple and Beach Day Tour from Chennai

17. Chennai, Guided Birding And Birding Photo Trip With Spot Scope, 2 to 3 Hours

18. Private tour of Rameshwaram from Madurai with guide and lunch

19. Mylapore Walking tour by Wonder tours

20. Day Trip Kanchipuram and Mahabalipuram

21. Chennai Half Day Guided Tour in a Private Car

22. Food trail in Sowcarpet Market by Wonder tours

23. Day trip to Kanyakumari beach and Padmanabhapuram palace

24. Mahabalipuram and Kanchipuram Day trip from Chennai by Private car with Guide

25. Private Mahabalipuram day trip from Chennai with Guide

26. Silk trail to Kanchipuram from Chennai by Wonder tours

27. Foodies Day Out at Madurai

28. Day Trip to Rameshwaram (Curated Private Sightseeing Experience from Madurai)

29. Tiru Arunachala Tours - Tiruvannamalai Tour Guide

30. Private 2-Day Tour to The Taj Mahal and Agra with Both Side Commercial Flights

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• Total Chennai city tour in Private car with guide & lunch by Wonder tours
• Mahabalipuram Private tour from Chennai by car with guide and lunch by Wonder
• Pondicherry day trip from Chennai by Wonder tours
• Food trail in Sowcarpet Market by Wonder tours
• Best of Madurai (Guided Halfday Sightseeing Tour by Car)
• Tamil Nadu Routes
• TripGO India
• TTDC Tamil Nadu Tourism Development Corporation - Day Tours
• The Indian HoBo

Hills and valleys filled with the enigmatic hug of mist, lush mountain ranges that offer a warm welcome to visitors, enjoyment and experiences that proffer beautiful memories for a lifetime – Kodaikanal is a wonder in ways much more than one.

If you’ve ever dreamt of being pampered by the lulling lullabies of Nature, and being embraced affectionately by the cool breeze that flows in from picturesque hill slopes, then Kodaikanal is indeed the place to be in to make those dreams come true. The scenic beauty of Kodaikanal never ceases to amaze travellers.  Referred to as the “Princess of Hills”, Kodaikanal is one of the most sought-after hill station destinations in Tamil Nadu and the whole of India. Located at about 7000 ft above the sea-level, Kodaikanal was established as a destination by British bureaucrats and Christian missionaries in the year of 1845. However, the earliest references to the stunning hill station can be found as early as the Sangam literature time. However the modern era of Kodaikanal began only after the British came in. It served as a summer retreat and a vacation spot for the colonial power. Ever since those days, Kodaikanal has been a popular choice among hill station lovers for a quick escape up the mountains.  The verdant hills, the cascading waterfalls, picturesque lakes, pristine countrysides – the reason why Kodaikanal has been popular among tourists are many. For a discerning traveller, the locale offers much to see, enjoy and experience. Plenty of activities await a visitor here. Boating, cycling, horse riding and trekking are some of the most common among them. One of the other spectacles of this region is the Kurinji flower that blooms only once in 12 years, making itself a unique spectacle to watch.

• How to Reach
• Best Time to Visit

Kodaikanal Bus Stand, within the town itself. Frequent bus services are available from Madurai Aarappalayam, Batlagundu, Palani, Oddanchatram, Kodai Road, and Dindigul.

Madurai International Airport, about 115 km away. Coimbatore International Airport, about 170 km away.

Palani Railway Station, 64 km away. Kodai Road Station, 80 km away. Regular train services from Madurai, Tiruchirappalli and Coimbatore.

Kodaikanal enjoys a cool and pleasant climate round the year. However, the best time to visit the hill station is from April to June when the weather is at its best.

Top Attractions

Berijam Lake

Situated in a forest conservation area, Berijam Lake is a haven for all Nature enthusiasts and wildlife lovers. If a quiet morning or evening by the lakeside surrounded by lush green woods is what you imagine as a place to unwind, then Berijam Lake is the perfect spot for you.

Pine Forest, Kodaikanal

Pine Forests are cloaked in a rustic charm, and walking under the canopy of these old pine trees will offer much-needed solitude for those seeking it.

Situated at an altitude of 2,200 metres, the Guna Caves are a thing of mystery and wonder that attracts travellers in hordes. Known earlier as 'Devil’s Kitchen', the place got its name 'Guna' after the 1992 Tamil blockbuster movie “Guna'' was shot here.

Kodaikanal Lake

The fame of Kodaikanal lake or Kodai lake has spread across states and it has become one of the favourite photographic spots and movie locations, even in Bollywood. There are resorts and hotels available around the lake where you can sit and enjoy the tranquillity of the lake and the enticing landscape around it.

Coaker’s Walk

Enjoy a mystic walk among the clouds at the Coakers walk, near Kodaikanal Lake. Nature enthusiasts and shutterbugs should not miss the place, for the view and ambience it offers are indescribable. Open from 7 am to 7 pm, the walkway is very near the Kodaikanal Lake.

Things to do

Hiking in Kodaikanal

Kurinji Trail

Boat Trip in Kodaikanal

Bicycle Ride in Kodaikanal

Nearby destinations.

Bryant Park

Shembaganur Museum of Natural History

Bear Shola Falls

Silver Cascade Falls

Pambar Falls

Fairy Falls

Rose Garden Kodaikanal

Dolphin’s Nose

Kodaikanal Solar Observatory & Museum

Pillar Rocks

Devil’s Kitchen

Kumbakarai Falls, Theni

Dolmen Circle

Silent Valley View

Thalaiyar Waterfalls

Mannavanur Lake

Kodaikanal Wildlife Sanctuary

Manjalar Dam

Arulmigu Dhandayuthapani Swamy Temple, Palani

Amaravathi Reservoir

Kolukkumalai

Accommodation.

Hotel Tamilnadu - Kodaikannal

Fern Hill Road

Gift of the Forest

One of the top hill stations of Tamil Nadu, Kodaikanal has many well-known attractions. Yet, in spite of its popularity, it remains a serene island and retains the simple charm of a century ago. Part 10 of an Outlook special series on tourist spots of Tamil Nadu.

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THE 10 BEST Tamil Nadu Bus Tours

Bus tours in tamil nadu.

• Sightseeing Tours
• Historical & Heritage Tours
• Private Tours
• Cultural Tours
• Up to 1 hour
• 1 to 4 hours
• 4 hours to 1 day
• 5.0 of 5 bubbles
• 4.0 of 5 bubbles & up
• 3.0 of 5 bubbles & up
• 2.0 of 5 bubbles & up
• Likely to Sell Out
• Special Offers
• The ranking of tours, activities, and experiences available on Tripadvisor is determined by several factors including the revenue generated by Tripadvisor from these bookings, the frequency of user clicks, and the volume and quality of customer reviews. Occasionally, newly listed offerings may be prioritized and appear higher in the list. The specific placement of these new listings may vary.

1. Total Chennai city tour in Private car with guide & lunch by Wonder tours

2. Best of Madurai (Guided Halfday Sightseeing Tour by Car)

3. Full-Day Taj Mahal Agra Private Tour from Chennai with Flights

4. Day Trip to Taj Mahal and Agra from Chennai with Both Side Commercial Flights

5. Pondicherry day trip from Chennai by Wonder tours

6. Private 6 days Exotic Tamilnadu Tour from Chennai

7. Mahabalipuram Private tour from Chennai by car with guide and lunch by Wonder

8. Auroville and Pondicherry Tour from Chennai

9. 2-Night Private Taj Mahal and Agra Tour from Cruise Port

10. Following the foot steps of St Thomas in Chennai

11. Splendid Chennai: Private Half Day Tour of Chennai

12. Mahabalipuram, Kanchipuram Day Tour with Guide, Lunch, Entrances

13. UNESCO Chola Temple Trail Private day trip from Trichy

14. Day trip to Kanchipuram from Chennai

15. "Pondicherry Discovery Day"

16. Private tour of Madurai city with guide for a cultural immersion

17. Mahabalipuram Temple and Beach Day Tour from Chennai

18. Chennai, Guided Birding And Birding Photo Trip With Spot Scope, 2 to 3 Hours

19. Private tour of Rameshwaram from Madurai with guide and lunch

20. Mylapore Walking tour by Wonder tours

21. Chennai Half Day Guided Tour in a Private Car

22. Food trail in Sowcarpet Market by Wonder tours

23. Day trip to Kanyakumari beach and Padmanabhapuram palace

24. Mahabalipuram and Kanchipuram Day trip from Chennai by Private car with Guide

25. Private Mahabalipuram day trip from Chennai with Guide

26. Silk trail to Kanchipuram from Chennai by Wonder tours

27. Foodies Day Out at Madurai

28. Day Trip to Rameshwaram (Curated Private Sightseeing Experience from Madurai)

29. Tiru Arunachala Tours - Tiruvannamalai Tour Guide

30. Private 2-Day Tour to The Taj Mahal and Agra with Both Side Commercial Flights

What travelers are saying.

• Total Chennai city tour in Private car with guide & lunch by Wonder tours
• Mahabalipuram Private tour from Chennai by car with guide and lunch by Wonder
• Pondicherry day trip from Chennai by Wonder tours
• Food trail in Sowcarpet Market by Wonder tours
• Best of Madurai (Guided Halfday Sightseeing Tour by Car)
• Tamil Nadu Routes
• TripGO India
• TTDC Tamil Nadu Tourism Development Corporation - Day Tours
• The Indian HoBo

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Chennai (Madras) Tours & Trips

Find the right tour for you through Chennai (Madras). We've got 230 adventures going to Chennai (Madras), starting from just one day in length, and the longest tour is 51 days. The most popular month to go is April, which has the largest number of tour departures.

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Cultural Marvels Circuit: Chennai to Pondicherry

Southern Splendors Retreat: Chennai, Kanchipuram & Mahabalipuram

Shore Excursion: Private Luxury Guided Tour to Pondicherry (From Kochi/Goa/Chennai etc with flights): French Colony, Cultural Tour and Seaside

From Chennai: Overnight Taj Mahal Private Tour with Flight & Hotel

It was a good trip. It includes round trip flights, hotel accommodation, transport, transfers and a private tour guide. I booked it in advance and I have enjoyed the trip with travel Creators.

Sunrise Splendor: Taj Mahal Tour from Chennai with Flight to Delhi

Taj Mahal Tour from Chennai was a good experience and convenient to chose. Flight was included and time can be chosen by the traveler only. Taj Mahal is very beautiful and Agra fort was worth to visit. Our tour guide Zeeshan helped us to understand the interesting facts behind the buildings. I would love to recommend the trip

Shore Temples with Pondicherry

Flight to Delhi: Experiencing Taj Mahal & Agra's Majesty from Chennai

Golden Triangle Tour 4 Days From Chennai with Return Flights

We had a 16 day tailor made tour which was organized impeccably. Our transportation was excellent, timely, clean, correct and driver was a great guy who helped in all respects. Guides were amazingly well prepared abd answered our many questions with genuine care and professionalism. Food was wonderful. Most of all we made friends for life.

South India Tour Package with Chennai, Kanchipuram, Mahabalipuram, Pondicherry, Thanjavur, Trichy including meals

South India Tour Package with Chennai, Kanchipuram, Mahabalipuram, Pondicherry, Thanjavur, Trichy and I must say it was an incredible experience. From the moment I arrived in Chennai, I was impressed with the hospitality and organization of the tour. Our tour guide was knowledgeable and passionate about the history and culture of each place we visited. The itinerary was well-designed, allowing us to experience the best of South India. The accommodations were comfortable and clean, and the staff were always friendly and helpful. One of the highlights of the tour for me was the visit to Mahabalipuram, where we got to see the stunning rock-cut temples and sculptures. Another highlight was the visit to Pondicherry, where we got to see the French Quarter and learn about the history of French colonization in India. Overall, I would highly recommend this tour to anyone looking to explore the beauty and culture of South India. Thank you for providing such an unforgettable experience.

Shore Excursion: A Private Luxury Guided Weekend Tour to the Gorgeous Forts and Palaces of Udaipur (From Kochi/Goa/Chennai etc with Flights)

The Temple Run

Bout India tours planned our itinerary for a road trip across Southern India - covering historical places, temples, major cities and hill stations. We are very impressed by the Mysuru and Bengaluru palaces. We enjoyed visiting Hampi - learning the about the history of the Devaraya empire. Our guide Basava there was phenomenal. He is a local guy, passionate about the history and spoke very good English. We enjoyed the cooler places like Coorg along the way. Cave temples at Badami are a a sight to see. Will definitely use Bout Tours for our next trip in India.

Tamilnadu Temple Tour (A Budget Friendly Tour)

I had a good experience with MTA. I wanted to see as many cities and the traditional highlights of Tamil Nadu in a short period of time. On the first day of the trip I made the request if it was possible to visit Mahabalipuram because this was not on the travel itinerary. I also informed them that I have an interest in learning the history of Tamil Nadu. So they included museums aswell. They made the changes for me directly. The tour guide was well versed in Tamil. And has a good understanding of the English language. I had the privilege to converse with him in Tamil. He gave clear and nice instructions. Whenever I had a request let it be an extra stop or questions regarding the beautiful tempels or monuments. He was able to answer all the questions. I made a great friend on the way!

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Temple Adventures - 7 Days

Thanks Turban Adventures! for organzing a wonderful trip around South India. It was an amazing experience while visiting with the private guide and the temples were superb. I highly recommend taking a short excursion to local town in Chettinad where you had planned such a fabulous introductory tour. Guides and driver were excellent and always on time. Thanks for selecting the beautiful hotels for us during the journey. We loved the way you planned. Thanks and will recommend to you in our friends and relatives.

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It was an amazing experience. The tour was well organized and everything went smoothly from start to finish. Firstly, the tour included flights from Chennai to Delhi, which saved us a lot of time and hassle. The flight was comfortable and on time, and we were greeted by our tour guide at the airport. Our guide was knowledgeable and friendly, and he made sure we were well-informed about the places we were going to visit. The first stop on the tour was Delhi, where we visited popular attractions such as the Red Fort, Jama Masjid, and India Gate. The city was bustling with energy and we got a taste of the rich culture and history of India. Next, we headed to Agra, where we were mesmerized by the beauty of the Taj Mahal. Our guide shared interesting facts and stories about the monument, making the experience even more special. The third and final stop on the tour was Jaipur, also known as the Pink City. We visited the majestic Amber Fort, the City Palace, and the Hawa Mahal. Each of these places had its own unique charm and we were blown away by the architecture and intricate designs. We also got to try some delicious Rajasthani cuisine, which was a treat for our taste buds The accommodation throughout the tour was top-notch. We stayed in comfortable hotels with all the necessary amenities. The tour also included all meals, which were delicious and gave us a taste of the local cuisine. the Golden Triangle Tour 4 Days from Chennai with return flights was a wonderful experience. It was the perfect way to explore the iconic cities of Delhi, Agra, and Jaipur in a short span of time. I highly recommend this tour to anyone looking to explore the rich history and culture of India. The tour was well-planned, the accommodations were great, and the tour guide was fantastic. I would definitely book this tour again in the future.

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Goa Gives Boost to Sports Tourism – India Report

Bulbul Dhawan , Skift

April 9th, 2024 at 11:00 PM EDT

Goa's focus on sports tourism is aimed at creating a more sustainable model of tourism in the state. It has been upgrading its sports infrastructure to promote itself as a premier destination for sports.

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The Goa tourism department has partnered with the organizers of the Ironman 70.3 India race to promote sports tourism. According to Goa tourism director Suneel Anchipaka, the aim of the agreement is to promote Goa as the premier destination for sports tourism. 

Ironman 70.3 India, Goa is the Indian edition of the 113-km triathlon race held all over the globe. The race has been held in Goa since 2019, and over the past three editions, it has brought triathletes from across India and 50 other nations to the coastal state. Goa’s tourism department is the principal sponsor for the race this year. 

Goa’s focus on sports: Last year, Goa chief minister Pramod Sawant had said that it was time for the state to focus on sports tourism. Apart from the Ironman 70.3 India races, the state has also been hosting International Table Tennis Federation’s WTT Star Contender games in India since 2023, and concluded the 2024 edition in January. The 2023 National Games of India tournament was also held in Goa. 

Goa tourism minister Rohan Khaunte said earlier this year that incorporating sports into the state’s narrative is meant to add to the development of Goa.

India Working to Streamline Air Traffic Management

India is planning to consolidate its four flight information regions set up in Delhi, Mumbai, Kolkata, and Chennai. Instead, it is looking to have one continuous airspace controlled from Nagpur, Maharashtra. Nagpur has been selected due to its central location in the country.

The unified Air Traffic Management would allow for more robust safety measures, minimized flight separations, reduced carbon emissions, and more fuel-efficient flight routes. According to Indian media reports , the Airports Authority of India (AAI) is working on understanding the technology requirements for such a harmonized system. 

E-Commerce Platform Flipkart Expands Travel Offerings

Indian e-commerce platform Flipkart has expanded the travel offerings on its mobile app, launching bus booking services. The company has partnered with multiple private bus operators and state transport corporations to facilitate this service. 

Flipkart already allows customers to book flights, hotels, and holiday packages from its app. The company’s reward points, known as Supercoins, would also be applicable on its bus bookings, it has said in a statement. 

Flipkart first forayed into the travel segment in 2018 in a limited manner. In 2019, it launched Flipkart Flights to offer “the entire spectrum of airlines globally” to its customers, and in 2021, it acquired online travel company Cleartrip. In 2022, it launched Flipkart Hotels to offer domestic and international hotel booking services on the Flipkart Android and iOS apps. 

Air India to Enhance Presence at Bangalore Airport

Air India has signed an agreement with Bangalore International Airport Limited to develop the airport as an aviation hub in southern India. As part of the agreement, the two entities will work together over the next five years to enhance international connectivity, operational efficiency, and passenger experience. 

The airline will increase its presence at the Kempegowda International Airport in Bangalore. A dedicated domestic lounge will also be established for premium and frequent travelers of Tata Group airlines Air India and Vistara.

Hilton Signs 140-Key Hotel in Lucknow

Hilton has signed its flagship hotel brand in Uttar Pradesh’s capital city Lucknow. The 140-key Hilton Lucknow is set to open in the first quarter of 2025, the company has said in a statement. With this, the company’s pipeline in India stands at 19 hotels. 

Under the recently appointed India country head Zubin Saxena, Hilton is looking to take its portfolio from the currently operating 26 properties to 75 trading and pipeline hotels in the coming years. In an interview with Skift , Saxena said that the company will be opening a hotel every two to three months between this year and the next. 

RedRail Launches Two New Features For Train Bookings

RedRail by redBus has announced two new features for customers booking train tickets on the platform. The features are meant to help travelers avoid getting into the waitlist. The first feature is ‘seat guarantee’ that passengers can opt for during checkout on the redRail app. This would entitle passengers to get a three-fold refund from redRail if their ticket is not confirmed. 

The second feature called ‘connecting trains’ will provide alternative train options to passengers when direct trains are fully booked or waitlisted. This feature would suggest connecting train routes with layovers at intermediate stations to increase options of finding confirmed seats for the journey. 

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Photo credit: Ironman 70.3 India, Goa is the Indian edition of the 113-km triathlon race held all over the globe. The race has been held in Goa since 2019. Incredible India website