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Mahabalipuram Private Guided Tour from Chennai

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Chennai, India
Mahabalipuram Private Guided Tour from Chennai
Duration7 Hours
Meeting PointChennai city hotel pickup area
Support24/7 Available
CancellationFree up to 24h

Overview

  • Start your journey with a comfortable hotel pickup in Chennai and travel along the scenic coastal route to Mahabalipuram, a historic port city known for its remarkable stone architecture.
  • Begin your exploration at the famous Pancha Rathas, a group of monolithic rock temples carved from single stones and inspired by characters from the Mahabharata. These structures showcase the brilliance of ancient craftsmanship and architectural design.
  • Continue to the impressive Arjuna’s Penance, one of the largest bas relief carvings in Asia. This विशाल rock panel depicts mythological scenes filled with gods, animals, and nature, offering a fascinating storytelling experience through stone.
  • Visit the intriguing Krishna’s Butterball, a massive natural boulder that appears to defy gravity as it balances on a slope. Then explore cave temples such as Mahishasura Mardini Cave and Varaha Cave Temple, known for their intricate carvings and mythological depictions.
  • Next, admire the stunning Shore Temple, an 8th century granite structure overlooking the Bay of Bengal and once part of the legendary Seven Pagodas described by travelers.
  • You will also visit Ganesha Ratha, an elegant monolithic temple dedicated to Lord Ganesha. During the tour, enjoy a delicious local lunch and gain insights from your knowledgeable guide about the history, culture, and artistic heritage of the region.
  • After a fulfilling cultural experience, relax on your return journey to Chennai with lasting memories.

Highlights

  • Explore UNESCO listed monuments and rock cut architecture
  • Visit iconic sites like Shore Temple and Pancha Rathas
  • See the massive Arjuna’s Penance bas relief carving
  • Enjoy a guided cultural experience with lunch included

What's Included

  • Hotel pickup and drop off
  •  Private air conditioned vehicle
  •  English speaking guide
  • Entrance fees to monuments
  •  Lunch
  •  Guided sightseeing experience

Not Included

  • Drinks
  • Personal expenses
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