10 days in Chennai & Hyderabad Itinerary

Chennai, a city hailed for its vibrant atmosphere and historic attractions, remains one of the most visited places in India.

Do some cultural sightseeing at Shore Temple and DakshinaChitra Museum. Change things up with these side-trips from Chennai: Mahabalipuram (Pancha Rathas, Monuments at Mahabalipuram, &more). The adventure continues: contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Kapaleeshwarar Temple, see the interesting displays at Government Museum, pause for some serene contemplation at San Thome Church, and kick back and relax at Marina Beach.

To see where to stay, other places to visit, reviews, and other tourist information, go to the Chennai road trip planning website.

The Route module can give you travel options from your home to Chennai. October in Chennai sees daily highs of 38°C and lows of 28°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 22nd (Fri) early enough to fly to Hyderabad.

Teeming with history and heritage, Hyderabad draws visitors from all over the world with its old Indo-Islamic buildings, forts, and museums.

Get some cultural insight at Golconda Fort and Charminar. Pack the 23rd (Sat) with family-friendly diversions at Ramoji Film City. The adventure continues: take in the spiritual surroundings of Birla Mandir, stop by Shilparamam, look for gifts at Krishna Jewellers Pearls & Gems, and admire the masterpieces at Salar Jung Museum.

For other places to visit, maps, where to stay, and other tourist information, go to the Hyderabad trip itinerary planning app.

Getting from Chennai to Hyderabad by flight takes about 2.5 hours. Other options: take a bus; or drive. Plan for slightly colder nights when traveling from Chennai in October since evenings lows in Hyderabad dip to 24°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 27th (Wed) early enough to catch the flight back home.