Private Kanchipuram And Mahablipuram Tour From Chennai With Guide And Entrances

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Tour Information

Key Details

  • Mobile Voucher Accepted
  • Hotel pickup Available
  • Free Cancellation
  • Duration: 8 Hrs
  • Language:
    English
  • Departure Time :
    8:00 AM Hotel pickups commence prior to this time, you must contact the local service provider to verify your exact pickup time.Times are subject to change due to local traffic conditions.
  • Departure Details :
    Traveler pickup is offered
    We Pick up from Central in Chennai City
  • Return Details :
    Your hotel in Chennai
  • Cancellation Policy :
    For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience. Tours booked using discount coupon codes will be non refundable.

Overview

Kanchipuram, also known as Kanchi, is a city in the Indian state of Tamil Nadu located 72 km from Chennai and Mahabalipuram, also known as Mamallapuram, is in Kancheepuram district around 60 km south from the city of Chennai. You will first go to Kanchipuram and visit the Sri Ekambareshwar Temple, Kailsanatha Temples and witness silk weaving. Later travel to Mahabalipuram and visit Five Rathas, Arjuna Dhabas, Krishna Mandap, Krishna Butterball and Shore Temple.

Highlights

  • All taxes, fuel surcharges and service fees included
  • All entrance fees included
  • Comprehensive tour of the city
  • Private tour is operated with just your party and a guide/driver
  • Know More about this tour

    Meet your guide at your hotel lobby in Chennai at 08:00 AM and proceed to Kanchipuram. In Hindu theology, Kanchipuram is one of the seven Indian cities to reach final attainment.

    In Kanchipuram, you will see Varadharaja Perumal Temple, Ekambareswarar Temple, Kamakshi Amman Temple, and Kumarakottam Temple, which are some of major Hindu temples in the state. The city is a holy pilgrimage site for both Saivites and Vaishnavites. Of the 108 holy temples of the Hindu god Vishnu, 14 are located in Kanchipuram. The city is well known for its hand woven silk sarees and most of the city's workforce is involved in the weaving industry.

    After sightseeing at 12:30 PM, you can get some restaurant recommendation from your guide for lunch at your own cost. After lunch at 1:00 PM proceed to Mahablipuram, an ancient historic town and was a bustling seaport during the time of Periplus Ancient Indian traders who went to countries of South East Asia sailed from the seaport of Mahabalipuram. You will see group of sanctuaries, which was carved out of rock along the Coromandel coast in the 7th and 8th centuries : rathas (temples in the form of chariots), mandapas (cave sanctuaries), giant open-air reliefs such as the famous 'Descent of the Ganges', and the Shore Temple, with thousands of sculptures to the glory of Shiva. The group of monuments at Mahabalipuram has been classified as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. At the end of your journey at 06:00 pm, sit back and relax on the drive back to your hotel in Chennai by 06:00 PM.

    Inclusions

    Hotel pickup and drop-off within Chennai City limits

    Professional English-speaking guide

    All necessary transportation to/from site attractions

    All taxes, fees and handling charges

    Entry/Admission - Varadharaja Perumal Temple

    Entry/Admission - Shri Ekambareswarar Temple

    Entry/Admission - Kamakshi Amman Temple

    Entry/Admission - Kumarakottam Temple

    Entry/Admission - Pancha Rathas

    Exclusions

    Tips (optional)

    Food and drinks

    Additional Info

    Confirmation will be received at time of booking

    A maximum of 8 people per booking

    No strict dress code is enforced at tour sites. However, please be advised to dress accordingly for places of worship; spaghetti straps and short shorts are not recommended

    A moderate amount of walking is involved; comfortable walking shoes and sunglasses/sunscreen with hats or scarf for ladies are highly recommended

    Not recommended for participants with heart complaints or other serious medical conditions.