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Private Day Tour To Mahabalipuram From Chennai

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7 to 8 Hours Mobile ticket Offered in: English
Overview

On this day-excursion from Chennai visit the UNESCO World Heritage site of Mahabalipuram. Situated on the coast of the Bay of Bengal, the site has a fascinating collection of ancient cave and rock temples and sculptures dating back to the 7th and 8th century. Also visit one of the largest reptile zoos of the world. On the way back, stop at the village complex of Dakshinachitra. Overlooking the Bay of Bengal, this is a living arts and crafts museum where you can also see artisans and craftsmen at work.

Highlights
• Madras Crocodile Bank 
• Five monolithic stone chariots
• Shore temple and Cave temples
• Sculpture of ‘The Descent of the Ganges’
• Living museum of Dakshinachitra

What's Included
  1. 02 bottles of mineral water per person
  2. Lunch
  3. English Speaking Guide
  4. Transport by private air-conditioned vehicle
  5. Hotel pick-up and drop-off
  1. Food and drinks, unless specified
  2. Gratuities
Meeting And Pickup

Meeting point

Chennai (Madras)

, , Chennai (Madras), India

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We may pick up travelers from city center hotels / fixed point within city limits. In case pick up is outside central points extra cost shall applicable subject to distance applicable.

Start time

09:00 AM

End Point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

What To Expect
The Madras Crocodile Bank Trust and Centre for Herpetology

You will be picked up from your hotel for the one and a half hour drive to Mahabalipuram situated 37 miles from Chennai. The drive takes you down the scenic East Coast road. En-route visit the Madras Crocodile Bank - a reptile zoo and herpetology research station started by an herpetologist to protect crocodiles. It is one of the largest reptile zoos in the world.

1 Hours • Admission Ticket Included

Mahabalipuram

After lunch continue your drive to the UNESCO World Heritage site of Mahabalipuram. This 7th century port of the Pallava Kingdom has a rich collection of five monolithic temples shaped in the form of stone chariots. The carvings on each of these chariots is unique and different from the others.

1 Hours • Admission Ticket Free

Shore Temple

Also visit the Shore Temple that is located on the beach. The temple has a giant stone relief that is 100 feet long and 45 feet high. Take a look at the numerous cave temples, each of which is dedicated to one of the many Hindu Gods. The giant open-air bas relief of ‘The Descent of the Ganges’ that is sculpted out of pink granite rock is a masterpiece not to be missed. Krishna’s Butterball is a natural wonder that is also worth a visit. It is a giant boulder perched on a slope that seems to defy the force of gravity. If time permits you can also visit the local market in Mahabalipuram. 

1 Hours • Admission Ticket Free

DakshinaChitra

After this, drive further to visit the famous Dakshinachitra, a cross cultural living history museum of art, architecture, lifestyles, crafts and performing arts of South India. This unique museum has been designed along the lines of a South Indian village. Entire houses dating from the 18th to the 20th century were relocated here and restored. Village streets and craftsmens’ huts were added to give an authentic feel to the museum. Traditional arts and crafts of South India are on display in these houses. You can also watch the local weavers, potters and other craftsmen at work. The museum holds dance and music shows from time to time. At the end of the tour you will be driven back to Chennai and dropped off at your hotel.

1 Hours • Admission Ticket Included

Additional Info
  1. Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  2. Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  3. Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  4. Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  1. Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  2. Children under 15 must be accompanied by an adult.
  3. Dress code is smart casual.

Operated by SITA World Tours

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

  1. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time
  2. Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
  3. If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  4. Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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