Chennai to Auckland

Chennai formally known as Madras is known as the Gateway to the South. Due to its cultural and traditional values, Chennai is the heart of Tamil Culture. Being the capital city of Indian state of Tamil Nadu, Chennai is also known as the fourth largest city of India. The city is a perfect example of deep rooted culture and heritage. The long standing coconut palms along the streets, beautiful beaches, and warm hospitality show the real colours of this fascinating city. Long stretched gold-sand beaches as well as lush green fields offer great peace to mind. It is an immense pleasure to spend an evening during the time of sunset with your beloved here. It will be an unforgettable moment of your life while moving at the shore of Chennai beaches holding the hands of your partner. It is quite a lively city and, therefore it lures not just the Indian travellers but also the people across the world. To enjoy your holidays in a grand way, Chennai has many tourists’ attractions sites. There are some prominent places like Fort St. George, The Marina Beach, Santhome Cathedral Basilica, Vivekananda House and Museum, Kapaleeshwara Temple, and Fort Museum which will give you a deeper picture of this metropolis. All these attractions will surely give you a time of your life. Those who like to spend time with animals, can go to Guindy National Park and Snake Park where they can find various species of animals and birds. If you are in this region, then don't miss the chance to enjoy the festive season. The most famous festival of Chennai is 'pongal', celebrated with great zeal and gusto. Though the climate of the city remains hot during all the months but still the winter season is considered as the best time to visit here. The best thing about the city's climate is that it is less humid. To enjoy a comfortable and pleasant trip, just log onto MakeMyTrip.com where you will get some attractive discounts on your every booking. From flight tickets to hotel booking, this online travel portal offers you every tour related services to make your holidays more enjoyable. With following few simple steps, you can book your entire tour package here with great ease.

Situated on a narrow strip of land that joins the Northland peninsula to the rest of the North Island, Auckland is the largest city and main transport hub of New Zealand. The city oozes with a large number of yachts which huddle at Waitemata Harbour and Hauraki Gulf, and thus is known as 'City of Sails'. Auckland is generally built on a giant volcanic field which comprises of 48 volcanoes that impart grace to the land, and due to this, it is also known as 'City of Extinct Volcanoes'. Owing to the city's landscape with seamless beauty, giant harbor and innumerable islands, the place presents to its visitors a mix of urban fun and country like soothing joy. The city is quite famous for its water activities. You can enjoy a grand cruise on a yacht or launch, that travels from central Auckland. Here Auckland's Dolphin Explorer provides you marine mammal eco-safaris that surf in Hauraki Gulf Marine Park to show you bottlenose dolphins, Brydes whales and orca. For the sake of fun of yacht racing you can participate in the yacht races that are periodically launched in the waters. Ferries across to Devonport are available that take you for a delicious lunch or a shopping spree. The multitude islands of Hauraki Gulf which is situated on the entrance into Auckland City, are the major source of enjoyment and exploration. An half hour ferry ride from city centre takes you to Waiheke Island to enjoy drinks and beachcombing. Nature lovers can explore the wildlife sanctuary on Tiritiri Matangi where you can photograph the flora and fauna. Similarly pleasurable nature visits can be undertaken on Great Barrier Island where you can peek at historic kauri dams, and take a dip in natural hot springs. Not only natural activities, but there is a peculiar urban sophistication also about this city. Have spectacular views from Sky Tower, where you can indulge in Sky walk or Sky jump. Auckland is such a heavenly place where not only dark and dense woods await for being explored, but also urban charms are ready to enchant you with its man made constructions. Be it a family trip, friends' outing or a honeymoon trip, the city of Auckland is a pleasure hunt in itself. Don't know how to organize the trip without making a hole in your pocket? Log onto MakeMyTrip.com, and go for online booking. Being India's leading travel portal, you can book your online flight tickets, scroll through the accommodation options and buy cheap travel packages. MakeMyTrip is always ready to organize your travel package with cheapest rates, and affordability in all things.