15 days in Chennai & Dubai Itinerary

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

Kids will appreciate attractions like Shore Temple and The Madras Crocodile Bank Trust and Centre for Herpetology. Fort St. George and San Thome Church are good opportunities to explore the local culture. Step out of Chennai to go to Mahabalipuram and see Pancha Rathas, which is approximately 1h 40 min away. Next up on the itinerary: contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Kapaleeshwarar Temple.

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Washington, USA to Chennai is an approximately 25-hour flight. Due to the time zone difference, you'll lose 10.5 hours traveling from Washington to Chennai. Traveling from Washington in February, things will get much warmer in Chennai: highs are around 89°F and lows about 70°F. Finish your sightseeing early on the 25th (Fri) to allow enough time to fly to Dubai.

Take a holiday in Dubai to experience a mix of excitement, entertainment, and relaxation.

Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque and Al Fahidi Fort are good opportunities to explore the local culture. Attractions like Burj Khalifa and Wild Wadi Waterpark make great kid-friendly stops. Get out of town with these interesting Dubai side-trips: Sharjah Museums (in Sharjah), Al Ain (Al Ain National Museum, Al Ain Oasis, &more) and Abu Dhabi (Marina Mall, Heritage Village, &more). There's still lots to do: browse the different shops at The Dubai Mall, get to know the fascinating history of Bastakia Quarter, get outside with Outdoor Activities, and get up close and personal with brilliant marine life at Dubai Aquarium & Underwater Zoo.

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You can fly from Chennai to Dubai in 7 hours. Another option is to drive. The time zone difference moving from India Standard Time to Gulf Standard Time is minus 1.5 hours. Traveling from Chennai in February, expect Dubai to be little chillier, temps between 78°F and 63°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 7th (Mon) to allow time to travel back home.