Dedicate a full day to discovering Mahabalipuram, a magnificent site featuring renowned temples and hills in Tamil Nadu. Experience the opportunity to witness ancient wonders! Observe the Mahabharata inscriptions at Pancha Rathas and Arjuna’s Penance, then proceed to explore one of the Seven Pagodas, famously noted by the legendary traveler, Marco Polo.
Dedicate a full day to discovering Mahabalipuram, a magnificent site featuring renowned temples and hills in Tamil Nadu. Experience the opportunity to witness ancient wonders! Observe the Mahabharata inscriptions at Pancha Rathas and Arjuna’s Penance, then proceed to explore one of the Seven Pagodas, famously noted by the legendary traveler, Marco Polo.
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Monuments at Mahabalipuram - In the morning, the guide will arrive to take you to Mahabalipuram, a UNESCO World Heritage Site dating back to the 7th and 8th centuries. This site was even visited by the renowned explorer Marco Polo, who referred to Mahabalipuram as the ‘City of 7 Pagodas’ during his time.
Upon arrival, the first stop will be Pancha…
- Monuments at Mahabalipuram - In the morning, the guide will arrive to take you to Mahabalipuram, a UNESCO World Heritage Site dating back to the 7th and 8th centuries. This site was even visited by the renowned explorer Marco Polo, who referred to Mahabalipuram as the ‘City of 7 Pagodas’ during his time.
Upon arrival, the first stop will be Pancha Rathas, an ancient sacred complex. Its monoliths and walls depict scenes from the ancient Hindu epic, the Mahabharata. The guide will explain the significance and history of this complex as the tour progresses.
- Arjuna’s Penance - Next, you will visit Arjuna’s Penance, an impressive 100-foot by 45-foot monument in Mamallapuram. This site is also known as the Descent of the Ganges, as its carvings depict the river Ganga rising and flowing through the Himalayas.
- Krishna’s Butter Ball - Following this, you will see Krishna’s Butterball, a massive granite boulder balanced on a steep rock slope. Capture memories and take as many photos as you like.
- Shore Temple - Finally, the tour will proceed to the Shore Temple, a granite structure overlooking the Bay of Bengal. Enjoy captivating stories and insights into their construction as the tour concludes. By 3:30 PM, you will return to your hotel.
- Includes entry fees to all attractions
- Complimentary hotel pickup and drop-off service
- Professional English-speaking tour guide
- Lunch provided during the tour
- Transportation in a comfortable car or van
- Includes entry fees to all attractions
- Complimentary hotel pickup and drop-off service
- Professional English-speaking tour guide
- Lunch provided during the tour
- Transportation in a comfortable car or van
- Personal expenses
- Tips
- Personal expenses
- Tips
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
