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Half Day Tour - Guide of the Dances of South India
Chennai,
India
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Overview
Duration
4h
Voucher type
E-Ticket
What To Expect
From the sculptures embedded in its myriad temple walls, through the multitude of dance schools scattered all over the city, to the omnipresent dance sequences in contemporary Tamil cinema, Chennai presents, through its dances, a story of its life.
Embark on a journey through Chennai’s dance saga. Take a peek inside hallowed institutions, as a dancer walks you through the basic elements of Bharatanatyam. Figure out how to interpret stories veiled by the subtlety of the dancer’s gestures. And then let yourself loose as a choreographer takes you through dance routines that are almost de rigueur in South Indian Cinema.
There are many fascinating stories to be discovered along the way- stories of the city and its dances, of dancers past and the controversies they created, of celestial nymphs and their seductions, and of dance and the many ways in which it touches lives here.
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Important info
Not wheelchair accessible. Not recommended for travelers with back problems. No heart problems or other serious medical conditions. Most travelers can participate. Maximum vehicle size is 6 passengers. If you have limited mobility, please let us know in advance. Please arrange pickup from your hotel or a nearby location when you call to confirm your reservation. Please be ready and waiting in your hotel lobby 15 minutes prior to your scheduled pick-up time. This activity is subject to cancellation based on inclement weather. Guided Language tours are available at a supplement. Pickup is included from most centrally located hotels; if your hotel falls outside this area you may need to pay a supplement for hotel pickup.US$ 20 is the supplement for pick-up from hotels outside the radius of 5 Kms from the city center.. A current valid passport is required on the day of travel. This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate. Confirmation will be received at time of booking
What's included
English speaking guide. Transportation to and from the hotel in AC vehicle. Entrance fees. Two bottles (250 ml) of water per person. All applicable taxes
What's not included
Gratuities. Expenditures of a personal nature, drinks and meals if not stated explicitly in the programme. Extra fee US$ 20 for pick-up from hotels outside the radius of 5 Km from the city center
Know Before You Go
When
10:00 AM
Operating days
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Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your tour until a day in advance
Provider
Indian Escape
Meeting Point
Traveler pickup is offered
Please contact 48 hours before the excursion to confirm exact time and pick up location.