Tour Information
Key Details
- Mobile Voucher Accepted
- Hotel pickup Available
- Free Cancellation
- Duration: 8 Hrs
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Language:
English
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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.
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Departure Details :
Traveler pickup is offered
We Pick up from Central in Chennai City -
Return Details :
Your hotel in Chennai
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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
Know More about this tour
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.