Chennai & Mahabalipuram
Pickup & Drop: Chennai Airport / Central Station / Hotel
Tour Overview
What to expect on this scenic journey
Discover the classical culture of Tamil Nadu along the Coromandel Coast. Start in Chennai, visiting ancient Dravidian temples and the world's second-longest urban beach, Marina Beach. Travel down the scenic East Coast Road (ECR) to UNESCO World Heritage site Mahabalipuram to marvel at 7th-century rock-cut monolithic temples, Shore Temple, Arjuna's Penance, and Krishna's Butter Ball.
Package Key Highlights
- Kapaleeshwarar Temple & San Thome Basilica Cathedral in Chennai
- Scenic drive on the East Coast Road (ECR) along the Bay of Bengal
- UNESCO Shore Temple standing by the crashing ocean waves
- Five Rathas (Pancha Rathas) carved out of single monolithic rocks
- Arjuna's Penance relief carving & Krishna's Butter Ball mystery
- Dedicated private AC cab with polite chauffeur
Day-by-Day Itinerary
Carefully paced sightseeing plan crafted for comfort
Chennai City Highlights & East Coast Road Drive
Pickup from Chennai Airport or Central Railway Station. Visit the historic Kapaleeshwarar Temple in Mylapore, San Thome Basilica, and drive along Marina Beach. Drive along the scenic ECR to Mahabalipuram (55 km). Check-in to your coastal hotel. In the afternoon, visit Krishna's Butter Ball, Arjuna's Penance, and Five Rathas. Sunset at Shore Temple.
Mahabalipuram Beach & Optional Kanchipuram / Pondy Drop
Enjoy sunrise by the Mahabalipuram beach. Visit the Crocodile Bank and DakshinaChitra cultural heritage village on return. Optional extension to Kanchipuram Silk Temples or Pondicherry French Quarter before departure drop at Chennai Airport / Central Station.
Inclusions & Exclusions
100% transparent billing with zero hidden surprises
What's Included
- Private AC cab for full 2-day tour
- Airport / Station pickup and drop
- Driver allowance, toll taxes, ECR road permits and parking
- Full sightseeing transfers
What's Excluded
- Monument tickets at Mahabalipuram (ASI entry)
- Hotel stay and food
- Guide charges at monuments (optional)
- Personal shopping expenses
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