Mamallapuram Tour: One day - 10 hours approx
Situated, about 60 kms away from the coast of Chennai across the Bay of Bengal, the beautiful town of Mamallapuram stretches between latitude 12°37' in the North to longitude 80°14' in the East. One of the most influential cities of Tamil Nadu today, a tour to Mamallapuram or Mahabalipuram as it is more popularly known is a definite must-have in your tour itinerary of Tamil Nadu.
Once, one of the busiest ports of the Pallava dynasty, the beautiful city of Mahabalipuram or Mamallapuram has puzzled countless social historians on the puzzle of its origin. Though a number of architectural remain allow experts to contemplate on the origin of this beautiful city, yet the mystery surrounding the birth of the city of Mahabalipuram or Mamallapuram grows with time.
The major tourist attractions of Mamallapuram include:
The other places of tourist interest include:
It is another enticing beach along the ECR which can be coveredenroute to Mahabalipuram
You can enjoy a boat ride at the serene Muttukadu Lake, which is more fun during the cooler months from October to February. The lake is large and there is enough space for the boat to ride to different corners. If not hills, you might spot few buildings in the backdrop but riding under the over-bridge is quiet an experience.
You can choose from the different type of boats (pedal boat, row boat and speed boat) that are available at the Muttukadu Lake Boathouse. If you wish to try something unique, there is a bamboo boathouse and a floating boat jetty are at the Muttukadu boating facility.
Rate per car | |||
Mahabalipuram - One day | Innova | Sedan (Etios) | |
One day trip to Mahabalipuram& back via ECR | 5800 | 5000 | |
Places that can be covered enroute | |||
Boating at Muttukadu Lake | |||
Rate per hour for additional hour | 400 | 330 | |
Max no of persons per car | 5 | 3 |
Kancheepuram( 75kms ) - One day - 10 hours
Kanchipuram is popular for its renowned crafted world famous silk sarees, a traditional home industry. Kanchipuram is also known for its culture and civilization. Kanchipuram is easily accessible from the state capital Chennai .Kanchipuram is spectacular temple city which reflects
Rate per car | |||
KANCHEEPURAM 1 DAY PACKAGE | Innova | Sedan (Etios) | |
One day trip to Kancheevaram& back ( Max 10 hrs) | 5800 | 4900 | |
Kamakshi Amman Temple/ Ekambareswara Temple | |||
Shopping in Kancheepuram for Silk Sarees ( 3 hrs)** | |||
Rate per hour for additional hour | 400 | 330 | |
Max no of persons per car | 5 | 3 |
** Special Discount Vouchers will be given to the delegates for shopping in specified shops.
Kapaleeshwarar Temple is a temple of Shiva located in Mylapore, Chennai in the Indian state of Tamil Nadu. The form of Shiva's wife Parvati worshipped at this temple is called Karpagambal
Kapaleeshwarar temple is surrounded by a variety of shops where one can shop for expensive stuff like gold jewellery, silk sarees, artefacts etc to less expensive curios, dolls, handicrafts and temple jewellery
San Thome Basilica is a Roman Catholic minor basilica in Santhome, in the city of Chennai, India. It was built in the 16th century by Portuguese explorers, over the supposed tomb of St Thomas, an apostle of Jesus
Marina Beach is a natural urban beach in the city of Chennai, India, along the Bay of Bengal, part of the Indian Ocean. It is the second longest beach in the world.
Rate per car | |||
Half a day city tour ( 5 hours 50 kms) | Innova | Sedan (Etios) | |
Option 1 | 2000 | 1500 | |
Kapaleeswar temple, Ramakrishna Mutt | |||
Santhome Basilica | |||
Shopping around Kapaleeswar temple for half- an- hour | |||
Option 2 Shopping tour | |||
T Nagar, Express Avenue *** | |||
Max no of persons per car | 5 | 3 |
*** Special Discount Vouchers will be given to the delegates for shopping in Specified Shops
T Nagar as it is popularly known is the shopper's paradise of Chennai. It is famous for traditional silk sarees, dress material, jewellery and artefacts. There is something to fit everyone's tastes and budget
Express Avenue is the hub for the contemporary shopper. Shopping here is a combination of traditional stuff as well as modern. There are multiple brands as well as multiple outlets to choose from. There is also a well- appointed food court that can cater to your hunger pangs.
The Parthasarathy Temple is an 8th-century Hindu Vaishnavite temple dedicated to the God Krishna, located at Triplicane, Chennai, India.
St Mary's church : St. Mary's Church located at Fort St George, is the oldest Anglican church East of Suez and also the oldest British building in India. The church is popularly known as the 'Westminster Abbey of the East'.
Fort St George :Fort St George is the name of the first English fortress in India, founded in 1644 at the coastal city of Madras, the modern city of Chennai
When you are in Chennai do not miss out on Dabara Coffee, IdliSambar,IdiappamKurma&SambarVada
Rate per car | |||
Full day city tour ( 10 hours 100 kms) | Innova | Sedan (Etios) | |
Option 1 | 3500 | 2500 | |
Marina Beach, Parthasarathy temple | |||
Fort St George, Santhome Basilica, | |||
Government Museum, Kapaleeswara temple | |||
Ramakrishna mutt | |||
Option 2. Shopping at Phoenix Market City | |||
(Jewellery, KanchipuramSareesetc) | |||
Max no of persons per car | 5 | 3 | 3 |
Chennai - Puducherry (165 KM / 3 Hrs)
Proceed to Pondicherry in the morning by 6 am.
After breakfast proceed to explore the city, visit Aurobindo Ashram, Botanical garden, Memorial House, ManakulaVinayagar Temple, Enjoy boating at Chunnambar backwater & the beautiful beaches of Pondicherry. Return to Chennai . End of Tour
Puducherry Package ( 1 day - 340kms only) | Innova | Sedan (Etios) | |
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One day trip to Pondicherry | 8000 | 6400 | |
(Estimated time 10 hrs) | |||
Rate per hour for additional hour | 400 | 330 | |
Max no of persons per car | 5 | 3 |
Among the galaxy of most important and ancient shrines of India, the Hill temple of Lord Venkateswara at Tirumala occupies the unique place.The Srivari Temple dated back to 1200 BC sprawls over an area of few acres, is a huge shrine with 415 feet long and263 feet wide. It has three prakaras or enclosures encircling the holy sanctum of Lord Venkateswara. The metal sealing is as old as 1000 years.
It also houses separate chambers for keeping the Lord's ornaments, holy silks, fresh garlands. Besides a Potu (kitchen) to make Ladduprasadam for devotees, there is also a special kitchen where the daily food (naivedyam) for the Lord is prepared throughout the day.
Tirupathi Package (360kms only) | Innova | Sedan (Etios) | |
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One day trip to Tirupathi& Back | 9715 | 6700 | |
(Estimated time 10 hrs) | |||
SeegraDarshan tickets ( per person) | 300 | 300 | |
Rate per hour for additional hour ( in excess of 10 hours) | 400 | 330 | |
Max no of persons per car | 5 | 3 |
All meals on direct payment basis.
Tirupathi can be also be visited by Air-Conditioned Volvo bus. The Charges are Rs. 2000/- per person. The Volvo service leaves T Nagar by 5 am in the morning. The same is inclusive of SeegraDarshan Tickets.