Kalakshetra, Theosophical Society & Elliots Beach - Chennai

5 hours Free cancellation Private tour

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About this activity

On this half day tour of Chennai visit the international headquarters of the Theosophical Society and retrace the steps of its founders, Mme. Blavatsky and Col. Olcott. Next visit the campus of the Kalakshetra Foundation and get a glimpse into the traditional art and dance forms of South India. End the tour with a walk on Elliot’s Beach.

Highlights

Campus of the Theosophical Society
Kalakshetra Foundation
Elliot’s Beach

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At a glance

Duration: 5 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Your group only
People per booking: 1–8
Guide: English
Operated by: SITA World Tours

Ages: Infants (0–2 years) · Children (3–11 years) · Adults (12–99 years)

What is included

Included

Included: 02 bottles of mineral water per person
Included: Lunch (beverage excluded)
Included: Local English speaking guide
Included: Transport by private air-conditioned vehicle
Included: Hotel pick-up and drop-off

Not included

Not included: Food or drink, unless specified
Not included: Gratuities

Itinerary

Theosophical Society International Headquarters

2 hours

You will be picked up from your hotel in the morning and driven to the headquarters of the Theosophical society located in Adyar, a suburb of Chennai. The Society was first established in New York but the headquarters were shifted to India after the two founding members, Mme. Blavatsky and Col. Olcott moved to India. Spend some time exploring the sprawling campus of the Society set amidst lush green gardens. The campus has an exceptional library with a very old collection of books.
Kalakshetra Dance School

one hour Admission not included

Next drive to the campus of Kalakshetra Foundation. The Foundation was set up in 1936 for the preservation and teaching of traditional art and dance forms of South India. The sprawling campus is situated by the seashore and has a collection of several very old trees and plants. You can also see music and dance classes in progress.
Edward Elliot's Beach

one hour

After the campus visit, drive over to Elliot’s Beach, an exclusive beach of Chennai that has a Church and a modern temple dedicated to the Hindu Goddess Lakshmi situated close by.

After finishing your tour, enjoy lunch (beverage excluded) at a local restaurant. After lunch, you will be driven back to your hotel.

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

Chennai (Madras) Chennai (Madras), India See on map

We may pick up travelers from city center hotels / fixed point within city limits. In case pick up is outside central points extra cost shall applicable subject to distance applicable.

End point

Chennai (Madras) Chennai (Madras), India See on map

We may pick up travelers from city center hotels / fixed point within city limits. In case pick up is outside central points extra cost shall applicable subject to distance applicable.

Using your ticket

Hotel pickups commence approximately 30 - 60 minutes prior to this time, exact pickup time will be advised on reconfirmation.

Cancellation

Free cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

If you cancel	You get back
At least one day before	100%
Less than a day before	0%

Good to know

Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Children below 15 must be accompanied by an adult.
Not recommended for pregnant women and people with back problems.
Consider wearing comfortable clothes and walking shoes.
Theosophical Society remains closed on Sundays & Public Holidays, while, Kalakshetra remains closed on Saturdays, Sundays & Public Holidays.
Kalakshetra timings: 08.30 to 11.00 am
Theosophical Society timings: 8:30 to 10 a.m. and 2:00 to 4:00 p.m.