10 Historical & Heritage Tours in Kanchipuram District That You Shouldn't Miss

You can easily spend a full day exploring Kanchipuram and Mamallapuram's marvellous temples, caves and rock carvings. Most were carved from the rock during the 7th-century reign of Pallava king Narasimhavarman I, whose nickname Mamalla (Great Wrestler) gave the town its name. Official Archaeological Survey of India guides can be hired at sites.

Inclusions: Hotel pickup and drop-off, Local guide, Entry/Admission - Mahabalipuram Monuments, Entry/Admission - Kanchipuram temples

Exclusions: Gratuities, Drinks

We ride along coast on Royal Enfield Classic Motorcycle to explore World Heritage site of rock cut monuments in Mahabalipuram and French heritage at Pondicherry. An escort rider ensures ease of navigation through the traffic.

Inclusions: Breakfast, Escort rider , Entrance charges, Royal Enfield Motorcycle, Helmet

Exclusions: Lunch & Dinner, Personal & Accident Insurance for travellers, Guards, Jacket and Gloves

- Mesmerising narration by an young Archaeologist, unheard stories, unseen places. - Perspectives covering History, Archaeological, Architecture & Mythological - Visiting 7th Century Built monuments & temples – Rock-cut architecture, Shore temple, Lighthouse, - Walking around 2004 incident unearthed 2000 years old Subramaniya temple excavated site (Optional) - Looking at wonders of nature – Krishna Butter Ball, Sea Shell Museum (Optional) - Shopping seashells, stone sculptures and handicrafts

Inclusions: Veg South Indian Lunch, Tender Coconut Water, Coffee / Tea,.All Indian Citizens entry fees

Exclusions: Camera / Video fees, All fess for Foreigner, Anything other than inclusions.

In this South India tour over 15 days, guests will experience the unique culture of the 3 South Indian States of Tamil Nadu, Kerala and Karnataka. We will explore the architectural marvels built by patron Kings over the last 1000 years. We will also unravel the mysteries behind colourful rituals in magnificent temples. World heritage monuments of Mahabalipuram, Brihadeswar temple as well as Hampi will be the key highlights. The tour also includes a blissful 24 hours on a house boat in Kerala over the backwaters of the Arabian Sea!

Inclusions: Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Lunch, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Dinner, Private car, 13 nights accommodation in hotels, 24 hours in houseboat with all meals in Alleppey, Guide, All entrance charges

Exclusions: Food and beverages, Activities like boating

Mamallapuram (also called Mahaballipuram) is about an hour's drive from Chennai on the East Coast Road. It was the second capital and seaport of the Pallava Kings who ruled in the 5th century. Local legend has it that there was once a beautiful city here with seven temples, which the Gods submerged under the sea in anger.until in 2002, an Indo-British team of divers discovered a series of man-made structures under water, covering an area of several square miles.Today at Mamallapuram, you can see the famous Shore Temple, the only surviving temple out of the original seven (the rest have sunk under the sea). The Shore Temple is among the oldest temples of South India and represents the final flowering of Pallava art. Arjuna's Penance, one of the world's biggest bas-reliefs depicts the story of the descent of the River Ganges from Heaven to Earth. Cave temples and massive monolithic sculptures (carved from a single large block of granite) make Mamallapuram a place to remember.

Inclusions: Hotel pick-up and drop-off, Air-conditioned vehicle, Bottled water, Lunch, Entry/Admission - Mahabalipuram

Exclusions: Personal expenses, Gratuities, Beverages

On this 16 days tour explore the Ancient Caves of Ajanta & Ellora, visit the marvelous Temple of South India, and rejuvenate in the Backwater of Kerala. You will also visit Hyderabad the city blessed with extraordinary wealth of historic monuments. All airport transfers, sightseeing and excursion will be provide in an air conditioned vehicle, with private government licences local tour guide in each city. You will travel in flight on Mumbai - Aurangabad - Hyderabad - Chennai sectors.

Inclusions: Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Lunch, Breakfast, Dinner, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, 15 Nights accommodation in selected price category hotels., Bottled drinking water in car , English speaking tour guide on sightseeing days (local guide in each city)., Deluxe air-conditioned private vehicle with chauffeur as per tour program., Monuments entrances and activities charges mentioned in the itinerary., Government taxes.

Exclusions: Mumbai - Aurangabad - Hyderabad - Chennai flight fare approx INR 15000 per person., Camera charges at monuments , Meals other than mentioned in inclusions., Expenses of personal nature like liquor, laundry, tips, telephone, fax, internet etc., Anything not mentioned in inclusions.

Start your 10-hour day trip from Pondicherry with a drop-off in Chennai. Witness the French buildings in the French Quarter, visit the Shri Aurobindo Ashram, the Ganesha Temple, the Church of our Lady of the Immaculate Conception and the Gandhi Statue on the boulevard.

Inclusions: Hotel pickup in Pondicherry and drop-off in Chennai, Driver/guide, Transport by private vehicle, 1 bottled water per person

Exclusions: Food and drinks, Gratuities

Kanchipuram's oldest temple is its most impressive, not for its size but for its weight of historical presence and the intricacy of its stonework. As much monument as living temple, Kailasanatha is quieter than other temples in town, and has been heavily restored. Dedicated to Shiva, it was built in the 8th century by Pallava king Narasimhavarman II (Rajasimha), who also created Mamallapuram's Shore Temple.

Inclusions: Private transportation, Private guide, Lunch, Entry/Admission - Kailasanathar Temple, Entry/Admission - Ekambareshvara Temple, Entry/Admission - Kanchipuram

Exclusions: Gratuities, Beverages

Enjoy a private cultural tour from Channai to Kanchipuram and Mahabalipuram which showcases authentic South Indian culture, architecture, religion and spiritual experiences. Join our 4 Days Private Cultural Tour: Day Trip to Kanchipuram and Mahabalipuram from Chennai on a comfortable air-conditioned transport along with english speaking guide as you make your way to two of historical places. Drive to Kanchipuram, 'The City of Thousand Temples’. Travel with your knowledgeable guide to some of the most iconic temples, including Ekambareswarar Temple, Varadaraja Perumal Temple and Kailasanathar Temple. Gain a deeper understanding of Hinduism and watch a traditional silk weaving demonstration. Private cultural tour of Mahabalipuram visit UNESCO World Heritage-listed Mahabalipuram to explore its rock-cut cave temples and structures. See local artisans at work and gain insight into customs and traditions before wandering the halls of its small but impressive museum.

Inclusions: 3 nights accommodation, All taxes, fees and handling charges, GST (Goods and Services Tax), Bottled water, Continental breakfast, Local guide, Private tour, Round-trip private transfer, Transport by private vehicle

Exclusions: Food and drinks, unless specified, Lunch, Gratuities

Enjoy a private cultural tour to Kanchipuram, Tiruvannamalai and Mahabalipuram which showcases authentic South Indian culture, architecture, religion and spiritual experiences. Join our 05 Days Private Cultural Tour: Trip to Kanchipuram, Tiruvannamalai and Mahabalipuram on a comfortable air-conditioned transport along with english speaking guide as you make your way to two of historical places. Kanchipuram, 'The City of Thousand Temples’. Travel with your knowledgeable guide to some of the most iconic temples, including Ekambareswarar Temple, Varadaraja Perumal Temple and Kailasanathar Temple. Tiruvannamalai, head off to the famous Arunachaleshwara temple.  Private cultural tour of Mahabalipuram visit UNESCO World Heritage-listed Mahabalipuram to explore its rock-cut cave temples and structures. See local artisans at work and gain insight into customs and traditions before wandering the halls of its small but impressive museum.

Inclusions: 4 nights accommodation, GST (Goods and Services Tax), Bottled water, Continental breakfast, Local guide at Kanchipuram & Mahabalipuram, Private tour, Round-trip private transfer, Transport by private vehicle

Exclusions: Food and drinks, unless specified, Lunch, Gratuities, Entrance Fees