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  • Sara L
    London, UK2 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Great efforts by both guides Rajesh and basha.We loved each and every moment in this tour.South Indian lunch at the local restaurant is fine.
    Written 10 February 2025
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  • jess
    Hong Kong, China11 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    We had a brilliant trip to Pondicherry. Rajesh was very knowledgeable and took us to very interesting places and to get some great South Indian food. Both Rajesh and Siva were extremely professional for the whole day and made it a great experience!
    Written 31 January 2025
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  • Jane H
    Manchester, UK3 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    We had the wonderful experience with our guide’s both Basha and Rajesh.Vehicle is very neat and clean.Driver is so humble.
    Written 22 January 2025
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  • Karen W
    Dallas, TX3 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Chandon provided me with just the day I was hoping for, punctuated by wonderful, stimulating and thoughtful conversation. Don't hesitate to engage him!
    Written 31 January 2025
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  • Bindu R
    1 contribution
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    I had the pleasure of experiencing a one-day Chennai city tour and a one-day Mahabalipuram tour with Chandan, and I cannot recommend him highly enough! His vast knowledge of history and architecture is truly unparalleled. He brought each site to life with fascinating stories and detailed explanations that showed his deep passion and expertise.

    What made the experience even more special was Chandan’s incredible conversational skills. He has a knack for making every moment engaging and enjoyable. Time seemed to fly as we explored the stunning landmarks, thanks to his friendly demeanor and insightful commentary.

    Whether you’re a history enthusiast or just someone looking for an enriching travel experience, Chandan is the perfect guide. His professionalism, combined with his warm personality, made these tours unforgettable. I left with not just beautiful memories but also a greater appreciation for the cultural richness of Chennai and Mahabalipuram.

    Thank you, Chandan, for a truly amazing experience! Would definitely book another tour with him in the future.
    Written 6 January 2025
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  • Camper08871629941
    1 contribution
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    I toured with Chuttibaaz in late October. I made an error in my booking, booking my tour for the wrong day. Despite the error being mine, Chuttibaaz scrambled to make my tour happen anyway. We started late (again, MY FAULT) but we toured all the places I wanted to see. My guide Mr. Panner, was helpful, informative and flexible. I had a great time.
    Written 26 November 2024
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  • Singaporean
    5 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    The trip was made memorable because of the guide, Sonu. She is a very good guide and was able to explain everything clearly. Thank you Sonu.
    Thanks also to the driver who picked me up & dropped me off in Chennai promptly & safely.
    Written 19 November 2024
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  • Daiki S
    1 contribution
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Went to Mahabalipuram and Kanchipuram with Rajesh and his colleague. I actually went by myself but the two were great company and I would highly recommend this tour for anyone. They were punctual and Rajesh was very knowledgeable.
    Written 11 February 2025
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  • Anne M
    2 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    We had a great trip , Nivi was so informative and the two Hindu temples were such an eye opener . Our lunch was a South Indian extravaganza and even the drive to and from Chennai was a real experience with all the traffic . Silk making is so intricate . Best trip Anne
    Written 1 February 2025
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  • Max G
    2 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    This tour is long and best.Both places are great and our guide done the great job.Driver done his job in great manner.Highly recommended!
    Written 25 October 2024
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  • Global41271109808
    1 contribution
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    The guide is widely-knowledgeable. Also, he went far and beyond to change the tour vehicle to accommodate us. I highly appreciate his patience and kindness since my grandmother needed more time to walk. The tour was managed timely too. Overall, it was a wonderful tour.
    Written 1 February 2025
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  • LisaBol
    7 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    We had a wonderful day trip to agra/ taj mahal and our tour guide Rajni Kant was an excellent tour guide. We highly recommend!
    Written 3 February 2025
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  • Max P
    2 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Thank you very much to Vijay Chauhan for being our tour guide and to Naval for being our driver; they provided an incredibly comfortable and educational experience when we went to visit the Taj Mahal. I am more than grateful for their hospitality, and I would definitely book another tour experience with them in the future. 10/10, I 100% recommend 😄
    Written 22 November 2023
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  • LoulouLeeLa
    Durham, NC10 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    I learned so much on this tour! It was fabulous and my guide was really nice, and easy to chat with. I got so much more out of the experience of seeing the temples by having her there to explain and answer my questions. The driver was also very nice and car comfortable. Highly recommend!
    Written 4 February 2025
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