Journey Through Time: Chennai to Mahabalipuram Excursion

6 hours and 30 minutes

Easy

Embark on a captivating journey with the "Journey Through Time: Chennai to Mahabalipuram Excursion." Your private driver will pick you up from your Chennai hotel, initiating a comfortable ride to Mahabalipuram in an air-conditioned vehicle. Upon arrival at Mahabalipuram, explore the ancient Shore Temple, a masterpiece of 8th-century Dravidian architecture dedicated to Lord Shiva and Lord Vishnu. Marvel at intricate carvings before proceeding to the Pancha Rathas, five monolithic rock temples resembling chariots. Relish a South Indian feast at a local restaurant and explore the Tiger Caves, a rock-cut shelter adorned with ancient carvings. Witness Krishna's Butter Ball defying gravity, unwind at Mahabalipuram Beach, and conclude the journey with a visit to Arjuna's Penance, an enormous bas-relief sculpture. Depart from Mahabalipuram and reach your Chennai hotel, completing a day brimming with historical wonders and scenic beauty.
What's included?
    Private AC car/van for pick up and drop off from/to your hotel.
    English speaking local guide, if option selected.
    Entrance fees to monuments, if option selected.
    Lunch, if option selected.
    Bottled water in the car.
    Government Taxes.
    Exclusions
      Camera charges at monuments.
      Gratuities and optional activities.
      Anything not mentioned in the inclusions.
      Please note
      • Stroller / pram accessible
      • Public transportation nearby
      • Infant seats available
      • Not wheelchair accessible
      • Not suitable for pets
      • Infants must not sit on laps
      • Please provide up pick up information at least one day before the tour
      • Please provide your hotel name and address at the time of booking or at least 3 days prior to the trip date. Our guide and driver will meet you in the hotel lobby at the scheduled time. Contact details will be shared one day prior to the tour.
      What to bring