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A large stone temple with multiple tiers and a central spire. 1
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A stone temple with multiple tiers and intricate carvings. 3
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A stone temple with intricate carvings and three large doorways. 5
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Price is NZ$333 per traveller* *Get a lower price by selecting multiple travellers
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Overview

  • Discover Mahabalipuram on a private, relaxed day trip from Chennai, with convenient hotel or airport pickup, a dedicated AC vehicle, flexible sightseeing and a traditional South Indian lunch. Explore UNESCO-listed heritage and the Bay of Bengal coastline, with bottled water, parking and road charges included.

Activity location

  • Pancha Rathas
    • Kancheepuram District
    • 603104, Mahabalipuram, India

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Pancha Rathas
    • Kancheepuram District
    • 603104, Mahabalipuram, India

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Private Chennai to Mahabalipuram Heritage Tour with Guide in English

  • Activity duration is 8 hours8h
    8h
  • Opening hours: Thu 6:00 am-6:00 pm
  • English

Pickup included

Language options: English
Price details
NZ$333.15 x 1 TravellerNZ$333.15
Total
Price is NZ$333.15

What's included, what's not

  • Inclusions
    Dedicated professional driver
  • Inclusions
    Hotel or airport pickup and drop-off in Chennai
  • Inclusions
    Professional English-speaking tour guide
  • Inclusions
    Tolls and state taxes
  • Inclusions
    One bottle of bottled drinking water is provided per traveller.
  • Inclusions
    Enjoy a traditional South Indian lunch featuring authentic local flavours. Menu may vary based on the restaurant and availability.
  • Inclusions
    Monument and attraction entrance fees
  • Inclusions
    Parking Fees
  • Inclusions
    Private
  • Exclusions
    Personal expenses
  • Exclusions
    Additional food and drinks
  • Exclusions
    Anything not specifically mentioned under inclusions

Know before you book

    • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Activity itinerary

Pancha Rathas

  • 30m
  • Admission ticket included
Explore the remarkable Pancha Rathas, a group of five monolithic rock-cut monuments carved from large boulders during the Pallava period. Admire the detailed stone carvings and distinctive chariot-like architectural forms at this UNESCO World Heritage site.

Varaha Cave Temple

  • 15m
  • Admission ticket included
Explore the Varaha Cave Temple, a beautifully carved Pallava rock-cut shrine featuring detailed sculptures and reliefs, including depictions of Vishnu and other figures. Discover the refined craftsmanship of one of Mahabalipuram's historic cave temples.

Mahishasuramardini Cave

  • 15m
  • Admission ticket included
Visit the Mahishasuramardini Cave Temple, a remarkable 7th-century Pallava rock-cut monument known for its intricate reliefs depicting Goddess Durga and other mythological scenes. Discover the artistry and storytelling carved into the granite walls.

Krishna Mandapam

  • 15m
  • Admission ticket included
Admire the intricate rock reliefs of Krishna Mandapam, depicting Lord Krishna lifting Govardhan Hill and scenes of traditional village life. Take time to appreciate the detailed Pallava-era carvings cut directly into the living rock.

Arjuna's Penance

  • 20m
  • Admission ticket included
Admire Arjuna's Penance, also known as the Descent of the Ganges, a magnificent open-air rock relief carved into two large stone boulders. Explore its intricate carvings depicting gods, humans, animals and mythological scenes from the Pallava period.

Krishna's Butter Ball

  • 15m
See Krishna's Butter Ball, a remarkable giant granite boulder that appears to balance on a sloping rock surface. Take photographs and enjoy this unusual natural landmark while exploring the historic monuments of Mahabalipuram.

Mahabalipuram Lighthouse

  • 15m
  • Admission ticket included
Visit the historic Mahabalipuram Lighthouse area and enjoy panoramic views over the surrounding heritage landscape and coastline. Take photographs of the distinctive coastal setting and the monuments around the historic town.

Shore Temple

  • 30m
  • Admission ticket included
Explore the iconic Shore Temple, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of Mahabalipuram's most famous monuments. Admire its Pallava-era architecture and beautiful setting beside the Bay of Bengal.

Mahabalipuram Beach

  • 15m
Enjoy a relaxing stop along Mahabalipuram's scenic coastline and take in views of the Bay of Bengal. Spend some time walking along the shore and capturing photographs before continuing your exploration of Mahabalipuram.

Location

Activity location

  • LOB_ACTIVITIESLOB_ACTIVITIES
    Pancha Rathas
    • Kancheepuram District
    • 603104, Mahabalipuram, India

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • PEOPLEPEOPLE
    Pancha Rathas
    • Kancheepuram District
    • 603104, Mahabalipuram, India

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