Private Tour

Private Day Trip to Mahabalipuram from Chennai with Expert Guide

Overview

Available languages

Japanese

English

French

7 hours

Mobile ticket

A treasure trove of art and architectural masterpieces and home to many rock-cut sculptures and majestic temples, Mahabalipuram is a beautiful heritage site located in the heart of Southern India. A Chennai to Mahabalipuram tour package will make sure that you enjoy and explore a wide variety of attractions, that too in a single day.

Get picked up from your stay in Chennai, followed by a transfer to Mahabalipuram. The sightseeing will start by visiting the Mahabalipuram Seashore Temple. This is one of the oldest granite stone temples in Southern Asia and exhibits the ancient finesse of art.

Additional Info

Public transportation options are available nearby

Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap

Not recommended for pregnant travelers

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

What‘s Included

Entrance Charges

Lunch

All Fees and Taxes

Air-conditioned vehicle

Professional Guide

Portage and tips

What To Expect

Shore Temple

The magnificent temple overlooks the Bay of Bengal and was an important centre during the reign of the Pallavas when Mahabalipuram was the main port of their Kingdom. Built by King Raja Simha during the early 8th century, the Shore Temple is a landmark in the architectural landscape of India.

30 minutes•Admission Included

This cave has 2 imposing bas-reliefs on the walls. The first one is Lord Vishnu sleeping on top of the coils of a serpent. The other is with Goddess Durga fighting with the demon Mahishasura on a lion.

20 minutes•Admission Included

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Private Day Trip to Mahabalipuram from Chennai with Expert Guide

Pickup included

Reviews

4.79

29 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

Interesting tour of Mahabalipuram
Madhumitha M,
Apr 17, 2025
- Viator
5.00
We had a great tour of Mahabalipuram and the UNESCO site. Rajesh was very flexible to accommodate our change in the timetable. The guide was very knowledgeable and made the excursion interesting.
A must from Chennai
Bruno R,
Jun 29, 2024
- Viator
5.00
Magic area of monuments and temples carved in rock. The local guide shared good details and insights of all of them. Great experience from Chennai.
Not worth the price
Vanita B,
Mar 31, 2024
- Viator
3.00
Not worth the price. The information given was not very elaborate - nothing we couldn’t have gathered on basis of books
Mahabalipuram
John D,
Feb 23, 2024
- Viator
5.00
The sites at Mahabalipuram were breathtaking and all were approachable. Our guides and driver were excellent. Highly recommend this day tour.
Epic stories carved out from the boulders.
Fernando B,
Jan 10, 2023
- Viator
5.00
Enjoyed learning a group of monuments with epic stories carved out from boulders and rocks. I was also fascinated to see how the Krishna's Butter Ball sit on a slope ready to roll down.