Private Tour of Mahabalipuram: Explore Ancient Rock-Cut Temples with Lunch Included

Embark on a private tour of Mahabalipuram, exploring its ancient rock-cut temples, including the iconic Five Chariots and Arjuna’s Penance. Enjoy a delicious lunch and the expertise of a professional guide.

Duration: 7 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Pancha Rathas - Make the first stop of the day at the Pancharathas, or five chariots, a series of monolithic temples built by the Pallavas.These are rock cut monolith temples structures built in the 7th century. Each of the 5 rathas or chariots are dedicated to the lead cast of the Mahabharat epic- Draupadi, Arjuna, Nakul-Sahadeva, Bhima and…
What's Included
  • Pick and drop to Chennai hotel
  • Lunch
  • Entrance charges
  • Professional tour guide
What's Not Included
  • Beverages
Additional Information

This private tour takes you to Mahabalipuram famous for its rock cut temples dating back to the 7th century along a lovely sea shore. We will spend the day exploring this World Heritage Site of Mahabalipuram which used to serve as a sea port in ancient times. The highlights include masterpieces like the Five Chariots which are rock cut monolith temples,…

Location
Pancha Rathas
Kancheepuram District
Cancellation Policy

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

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Trail11415904276
Oct 19, 2024
Amazing solo trip with a very knowledgeable and caring guide ! - I went for my first solo trip in Chennai ( also in India) and I am so glad to have booked the Mahabalipuram trip with Five Senses Tour. Mr. Kannan Inbasekaran was my tour guide. He is very knowledgeable, caring, punctual and detailed oriented. I learned so much from him during the trip about the history of the place that I still remember. Unlike other tours, this didn't feel rehearsed and rushed. I explored at my own pace. Since I was leaving the next day, Mr. Kannan suggested that we visit the Santhome Basilica for which I'm very grateful, even though this was not a part of the itinerary. Throughout the trip, he made sure that I was well hydrated, often carrying the water bottle with him. If you book with Five Senses Tour and Mr. Kannan you won't be disappointed.
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Extraordinary759214
Oct 9, 2024
Terrific visit - Excellent tour. It went way above my expectations. Fantastic things to see. The drive isn’t too long and Kannan was full of knowledge. Nice lunch too. Recommended. (My second Five Senses tour in a week.)
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Rchelwlk
Oct 4, 2024
Once in a lifetime experience! - Kannan was not only my tourguide but also a lovely travel companion for me as a solo traveler. I did the tour of Mahabalipuram and was amazed by the stories and history I was able to learn from Kannan. After seeing the beautiful architecture in Mahabalipuram, Kannan brought me to a Jain Temple and the Basilica of St. Thomas. The lunch i had was a very authentic north indian lunch - after i had already tasted the south indian meal the previois day. I am very thankful for this once in a lifetime experience!
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124i-e3244320
Oct 4, 2024
Five Senses + Kannan = a wonderful tour of Kanchipuram and Mahabalipuram! - Kannan was an extraordinarily energetic and enthusiastic guide, who was kind enough to provide an informative tour and, upon conclusion, even brought my daughter to the airport safe and sound. I will add that Kannan was also extraordinarily eager to make an action packed and exciting day for my daughter. Overall, a wonderful experience thank you so very much Five Senses and Kannan!
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Hhaman
Sep 25, 2024
Awesome learning experience about this UNESCO world heritage site - I had a great time and learned a lot about the beautiful carvings on the Mahabalipuram tour. In addition to taking in the sights I also had wonderful South Indian meal with the tour leader, Kannan Inbasekaran. It was a very enjoyable experience from start to finish!
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749devendrag
Sep 24, 2024
Excellent trip - This is a one day trip from Chennai to Mahabalipuram. we were picked from the hotel at 7:30 am in the morning. We reached Mahabalipuram in slightly more than 2 hours. We spend around 3 and half hours in mahabalipuram exporing all the monuments. pist the same we were dropped to our hotel. Our guide and driver were excellent. Kanan, our guide really helped us and explained the monuments and the place, making the overall experience enjoyable.
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Bib0p13
Sep 22, 2024
Beat private tour - Great private tour very safe and very well organised. Thanks to the guide and driver that have taken me to mahabalipuram
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Familygompels
Sep 14, 2024
Fabulously interesting half day - Enchanting chance to learn and see >1000 year old history. Ramesh the guide on site, and Nivethitha for the journey - were fabulous. Polite and kind, knowledgeable and honest; but I also loved the way they (and 5 senses) support local charity, business and staffing. But the real treat is the amazing history - to touch, see and walk through hand carved granite buildings…. Carved from huge blocks of rock - from sea front to in land - quite fascinating. And impossibly clever engineering!
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Paradise23431479984
Sep 13, 2024
World Class Culture By the Sea - Kannan was fantastic. His support allowed me to understand, emerge, appreciate and enjoy the richness of this cultural experience. Definitely one for the must do bucket list. Cheers Scotti
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Climber38671671258
Sep 2, 2024
Amazing Day in Mahabalipuram - Kannan was a wonderful tour guide. He was very knowledgeable about the history of the area and the surroundings. He was able to answer all of my questions and was very patient with me. The area was extremely sunny and hot and he even walked holding an umbrella over me. Lunch was wonderful and Kannan was careful about my dietary needs. It was a wonderful day. The driver was also amazing. An excellent driver.
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