Mahabalipuram well known as Mamallapuram is the UNESCO World Heritage-listed city characterizing innumerable imposing rock-cut sculptures and temples which allures everyone.
So plan a one day tour of Mahabalipuram from Chennai and dive into the historical soul of South India lying out with old temples, rock cut caves and temples. The major attractions of a full-day trip of Mahabalipuram are: Dakshinachitra Village, Five Rathas, Arjuna Dhabas, Krishna Mandap, Krishna Butterball and Shore Temple.
Highlights
Delve into a traditional Dravidian (South Indian) Dakshinachitra village and wander on its museum and art workshops to take a rare vision into local customs.
Observe South Indian culture through architectural and religious heritage of Mahabalipuram.
Explore the admirable examples of Dravidian architecture in Five Rathas, Arjuna Dhabas, Krishna Mandap, Krishna Butterball and Shore Temple.
itinerary
Early morning you will be pickup from your hotel and proceed toward the Dakshinachitra village by vehicle which is almost 18 miles (29 km) away from Chennai. Expend approximately 45 minutes in Dakshinachitra noted as “A Picture of the South” which conserves the traditional Dravidian way of life.
Here watch traditional Indian homes, uncover the open-air museum and visit the artisan workshops to review about the Dravidian crafts of various regions in South India including Tamil Nadu, Kerala, Karnataka and Andhra Pradesh – a considerable activity for kids. Here, you may watch traditional theatre performances as well as local craftsmen making pottery and baskets, weaving silk and building puppets.
Then, drive approximately 14.5 miles (23.3 km) to Mahabalipuram which is full of rock-cut monuments and wonderful examples of Dravidian architecture.
On reaching, with your guide visit various cave temples and sculpted respites including Five Rathas, Arjuna Dhabas, Krishna Mandapam, Krishna Butterball and Shore Temple. On the way your guide will point out the Buddhist elements of these exclusive structures and analyse the historical significance of the sites you pass.
In between sightseeing, enjoy a pure Indian lunch at a nearby restaurant in Mahabalipuram. In the evening after your full-day tour you’ll be proceeding toward Chennai.
Excellent examples of Dravidian architecture in the UNESCO World Heritage-listed city of Mahabalipuram, featuring countless impressive rock-cut sculptures and temples. Private air-conditioned transportation and hotel pickup and drop-off are included.
What's Included
Meeting and assistance upon arrival / departure by Travelogy India representative.
English speaking guide as per places mentioned in itinerary.
All transfers & sightseeing by air-conditioned private vehicle including fuel, Toll Taxes, Road
Taxes, Driver’s Allowance.
All applicable current taxes for hotels and transport
What's Excluded
Any Flights/India VISA/Medical Insurance.
Accommodation anywhere
Expenses of personal nature such as laundry / tips / shopping / telephones / Medical etc.
Any other expenses not mentioned in the inclusions mentioned above
Entry fees to Monuments specifically
Photography and video making fees at the sites
Personal expense such as use of mini bar, mineral water, laundry, telephone etc. at the hotels.
All such expenses will have to be paid directly.
Meals that are not mentioned in the inclusions & Tips.
Extra cost due to strike, political problem, flight delay & cancel.
Monuments Entrance Fees that has to be paid directly at time of arrival at Monuments.
Any other thing that has not been mentioned in the "Cost Inclusions".
