The 10 Best Day Trips from in Mahabalipuram, Tamil Nadu

Mamallapuram, also known as Mahabalipuram, is a town on a strip of land between the Bay of Bengal and the Great Salt Lake. Situated one and a half hour away from the capital city of Chennai, this city is known for its colossal temples and monuments many of which date back to 7th and 8th centuries. The most prominent of these is the seafront Shore Temple that comprises of 3 ornate granite shrines. Krishna’s Butter Ball is a massive boulder balanced on a small hill near the Ganesha Ratha stone temple.  Well, our guide not only knows the local language but will make every effort to understand your likes and preferences before starting your trip of the temple city.

Inclusions: Private air-conditioned vehicle for sightseeing, Professional English speaking guide, All current applicable taxes, Lunch, Admission Fee

Exclusions: Any items / services not specifically mentioned in the price includes section

Mahabalipuram is a 7th century Port city which is an UNESCO monument located near the seashore. The section will be interactive and fun, we will be talking about history, culture and of course i'll answer your curious questions about the mahabalipuram, once in a while i'll ask you for a pose, sometimes i click you candid. of-course i will tell you the story of Mahabalipuram and all it's monuments. finally, we will be experiencing the sunset with some stunning pictures.

Inclusions: Breakfast, All Fees and Taxes, Bottled water, Coffee and/or Tea

Exclusions: Private transportation

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

Meet your guide during pickup from your Chennai hotel and travel to Madras Crocodile Bank is a reptile zoo and herpetology research station. Then travel to Mamallapuram. The UNESCO World Heritage-listed city is home to rock-cut statues that date back as far as the 7th century. Recognized as some of the oldest examples of Dravidian architecture, these well-preserved artifacts were built in honor of Hindu gods. Keep hunger at bay with a traditional Indian lunch between stops and travel with your guide back to your Chennai hotel at the end of your full-day sightseeing tour.

Inclusions: Lunch, Parking Fees, Bottled water, Local guide, Air-conditioned vehicle, Entrance fees

Exclusions: Gratuities, Personal expenses, Beverages

- 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.

- Young Archaeologist curation, Mesmerising narration, unheard stories, unseen places. - 4 Dimensional 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 - Looking at wonders of nature – Krishna Butter Ball, Sea Shell Museum - Shopping seashells, stone sculptures and handicrafts

Inclusions: Authentic South Traditional Indian Veg Meal, Bottled water, Tender Coconut water or Coffee or Tea, Air-conditioned vehicle

Exclusions: All Fees and Taxes

Mahabalipuram & Kanchipuram tour from Chennai is about the 8th century twin wonders of Pallava architecture. We will cover the magnificent temples of Ekambareswar & Kailashnath in Kanchipuram and then visit weavers of the famed Kanchipuram Silk Saree. After that we visit the ancient sea port of Mahabalipuram and visit the legendary rock cut structures lie Arjuna’s penance, Five Rathas and the iconic Shore temple which served literally as the beacon for sea farers from the 8th century onwards.

Inclusions: Lunch, Guide, Entrance charges, Pick up and drop from Chennai Hotel

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A fun tour with a combination of temple run and refreshing beach. After exploring the temples and the Mahabalipuram beach, just relax at the beach and visit plenty of ancient temples which were carved out of large monoliths and an wonder of ancient Indian mastery over stone. Professional surfers can try surfing also as the waters are very rough, however it is on guests own endeavor and nothing to do with our tour.

Inclusions: GST (Goods and Services Tax), Local taxes, Hotel pickup and drop-off in a private car, Bottled water

Exclusions: Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase), Food and drinks, Local guide for temple visits since guest can explore the beach on their own, any surfing activities/lessons

Wildlife Trail in Chennai is a day trip in Chennai organized in a private vehicle. The highlights include the famed Madras Crocodile Bank, Guindy National Park , Snake Park and Arignar Anna Zoo at Vandalur. This is an all-inclusive trip where we take care of transport,  lunch, activities and the services of a full-time tour guide.

Inclusions: All taxes, fees and handling charges, Lunch

Exclusions: Drinks

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