Overview
Experience the popular gateway Mahabalipuram’s UNESCO World Heritage Sites near to Chennai, known for its picturesque beauty, carved temples and rock-cut caves, heritage and culture on this guided day trip to Chennai's most perennial favorite gateway.
- Recommended by 98% of travelers
- Badge of Excellence
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Mobile ticket
What's included
Great local tips, recommendations & conversations to explore religious aspect, beliefs of places
Highly trained and friendly Storyteller/ Guide who can speak English & Hindi
Snacks
Transport to places on this tour by AC Car
Entry fee to any historical site
Drinks and Food other than mentioned
Meeting and pickup
Pickup is offered, or you can meet at the meeting point.
Good to know
Comfortable walking shoes are recommended.
We would recommend travelers to provide number available on WhatsApp for easier and faster communication.
What to expect
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Shore Temple
30 min
You will explore the Mahabalipuram a well established sea port was during the 7th to 10th centuries of the Pallava dynasty. The highlight of the tour will be followings
1. Shore Temple Dating back to the 8th century, two-temple structure that stands facing the sea and long survivor among the seven magnificent temples built over here.
2. Panch Rathas meaning five chariots, are magnificent stone structures, each carved out of a single huge boulder and each structure dedicated to one of the five Pandava brothers, significant characters of the Indian epic Mahabharata.
3. Krishna's Butter Ball a huge boulder with just a tip of it touching the rock giving the on-looker an impression that it may roll on him any moment.
4. Cave temples like Tiger Cave, Atyantakama & Ramanuja Cave Temples etc.
5. Asia's largest Seashell Museum having more than 20,000 kinds of shells, conchs, corals and fossils on display.
6. Mahabalipuram Beach and Light House.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
Times are local to the experience (Asia/Kolkata).
Additional Information
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Up to 6 travelers per booking
FAQs about Day Trip to Mahabalipuram (Curated Private Sightseeing Experience)
Can I cancel Day Trip to Mahabalipuram (Curated Private Sightseeing Experience) for free?
Yes. For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
How long does it take?
It takes about 10 hours.
Is pickup offered?
Pickup is offered, or you can meet at the meeting point.
What's included?
- Great local tips, recommendations & conversations to explore religious aspect, beliefs of places
- Highly trained and friendly Storyteller/ Guide who can speak English & Hindi
- Snacks
- Transport to places on this tour by AC Car
What's not included?
- Entry fee to any historical site
- Drinks and Food other than mentioned
Which languages is it offered in?
It is offered in Hindi, English.
What fitness level is needed?
It is suitable for all physical fitness levels.
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