15 days in Chennai & Mumbai Itinerary

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

Eschew the tourist crowds and head to Parthasarathy Temple and Vadapalani Murugan Temple. Escape the urban bustle at Elliot's Beach and Pallikaranai Marsh Reserve Forest. Change things up with these side-trips from Chennai: Kanchipuram (Kamakshi Amman Temple & Adhi Kamakshi Amman Temple). There's much more to do: take in the spiritual surroundings of Arulmigu Aadhi Vyadhi Hara Bhaktha Anjaneyar Temple, catch a movie at Nexus Vijaya Mall, get a taste of the local shopping with Phoenix Marketcity, and visit Mylapore.

For where to stay, maps, and other tourist information, read Chennai online trip itinerary planner.

Use the Route module to find travel options from your starting location to Chennai. July in Chennai sees daily highs of 42°C and lows of 30°C at night. On the 6th (Thu), you'll travel to Mumbai.

Only one word accurately describes India's commercial capital Mumbai: big.

Explore hidden gems such as Kharghar Hills and Worli Sea Face. Take a break from the city and head to Bhaja Caves and Girgaum Chowpatty. You'll find plenty of places to visit near Mumbai: Thane (Upvan Lake & Bene Israel Cemetery), Navi Mumbai (Shree Shaneeshwara Temple, Pandavkada Falls, &more) and Matheran (Echo Point, Louisa Point, &more). There's much more to do: explore the wealth of natural beauty at Sanjay Gandhi National Park, trek along Highest Point Trail to Jambhulmal Peak, take in the spiritual surroundings of Babulnath Temple, and appreciate the history behind Gateway of India.

For traveler tips, other places to visit, photos, and tourist information, you can read our Mumbai trip itinerary maker.

You can fly from Chennai to Mumbai in 3.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a train. When traveling from Chennai in August, plan for a bit cooler days and about the same nights in Mumbai: temperatures range from 35°C by day to 29°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 14th (Fri) early enough to fly back home.