Recent Searches
Clear
Close

Are you interested in?

Mahabalipuram (Mamallapuram) Tours
52 Tours & Activities
Private Sightseeing Tours
229 Tours & Activities
Tours, Sightseeing & Cruises
285 Tours & Activities

Learn more about our Covid-19 response.

Read More

Private Tour to Mahabalipuram from Chennai

star-4
|
Chennai (Madras), India
(12)
See More (12)
Private Tour to Mahabalipuram from Chennai
Five Radhas
Sea Shore Temple
See More (12)
12

From $45.60

Price varies by group size

Lowest Price Guarantee

Learn more about our Covid-19 response.

Read More

Select Date and Travelers

Number of travelers
0 Children1 Child2 Children3 Children1 Adult2 Adults3 Adults4 Adults5 Adults
Free Cancellation
up to 24 hours in advance
Loading available options...
icon7 to 9 hours  (Approx.)
Hotel pickup offered
Mobile ticket
iconOffered in: English
Good for avoiding crowds

Overview

Mahabalipuram is an ancient port town known for its 6th-century rock-cut temples, a UNESCO World Heritage site. Explore exquisite stone statues on this exclusive city tour, which gives an in-depth overview of sites like the famous Five Rathas, a set of Dravidian rock temples, and the Sea Shore Temple, an 8th-century granite shrine facing the Bay of Bengal. Round out the day with visits to DakshinaChitra, a “living museum” dedicated to showcasing South Indian culture, and the Madras Crocodile Bank.
  • A private guided tour of seaside Mahabalipuram
  • Get a first-hand peek at World Heritage-listed rock carvings
  • Meet reptiles at Madras Crocodile Bank
  • Hotel pick-up and drop-off in Chennai included
Saved to wishlist!

From $45.60

Lowest Price Guarantee
Book Now
Hotel pick-up and drop-off
Air-conditioned vehicle
Private transportation
Fuel surcharge
Toll and Parking Charges
Gratuities
Bottled water
WiFi on board
Food and drinks
Entrance Fees (wherever it's necessary)

Departure Point

Traveler pickup is offered
Your driver and vehicle details will be sent to you in message (you are requested to please contact your hotel concierge / bell desk / front desk to call the driver from car parking area to portico (entrance) at your pick-up time).

  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
  • Madras Crocodile Bank is closed on Mondays due to a weekly holiday
  • Dakshinachitra is closed on Tuesday due to weekly holiday
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Important notice about Tour Guide: Only one category of guides known as "ASI Monument Guides" are authorised to work as a tour guide in centrally protected monuments and sites maintained / administered / managed by the Archaeological Survey of India
  • Most travelers can participate
  • This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
  • OPERATED BY Uvamai Niche Tourism

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience. Learn more about cancellations.

The answers provided below are based on answers previously given by the tour provider to customers’ questions.
Q:
What is the maximum group size during Private Tour to Mahabalipuram from Chennai?
A:
This activity will have a maximum of 5 travelers.

See all safety measures taken by Private Tour to Mahabalipuram from Chennai.

Traveler Tips

  • "the tour is perfect a day trip to Mahabalipuram, its well planned and just the right duration." See review
  • "You have the option to hire an outside guide once you are there but I am not sure that I would recommend it." See review

Reviews

4.0
star-4
16 Reviews
5 stars
8
4 stars
1
3 stars
3
2 stars
4
1 star
0
Reviews by Viator travelers
Showing 1-9 of 16 reviews
star-5
We enjoyed our tour.
shibagakimasaaki
, Jan 2020
We enjoyed ourselves very much. Our driver was very kind and after we visit Mahabalipuram he took us to a seafood restaurant near the beach where we enjoyed fresh and very good fish and shrimps.
... MoreLess
HelpfulHelpful
star-5
Arjuna's Penance
deimos
, Jan 2020
the tour is perfect a day trip to Mahabalipuram, its well planned and just the right duration. the driver was polite and helpful, although he was not an official guide, but he was knowledgeable and helped me understand the history of each site.
... MoreLess
HelpfulHelpful
star-5
Great tour!
Basanth S
, Aug 2019
Our driver was extremely helpful and sincere in showing us the site and went to great lengths to ensure the visit went as smoothly as possible. Hard to find this level of customer service and honesty in a place like India— and Uvamai was a real good find.
... MoreLess
HelpfulHelpful
star-5
Our driver was pleasant and...
Sarah T
, Aug 2018
Our driver was pleasant and courteous and took us to the various parts of Mahabalipuram and the crocodile sanctuary. He also lent me his umbrella because it was so sunny outside. You have the option to hire an outside guide once you are there but I am not sure that I would recommend it.
... MoreLess
HelpfulHelpful
star-2
A driver was friendly, his English...
Jan Š
, Mar 2018
A driver was friendly, his English was fine. However, this private day tour did not include a guide, and you have to pay extra!
... MoreLess
HelpfulHelpful
star-3
The driver was fine, but he insisted...
Debbie A
, Mar 2017
The driver was fine, but he insisted on rushing me at Dakshina Chittra due to his worries about my getting heat stroke. Then the Crocodile Park was closed on Mondays, but apparently Viatour did not know this. Then there was a mix up with the government tour guides at Mahabalipuram, and they wanted me to share, but we both said no and it was resolved. The Government tour guide was ok but mediocre. I could have just read the signs. He had no additional information. We got back early as we only did 2 of the 3 items.
... MoreLess
HelpfulHelpful
star-2
The driver was very nice but didn't...
Sholinchek
, Nov 2016
The driver was very nice but didn't come into the hotel lobby to get us until I had the hotel call Viator to check in where he was. The guide was a very nice man but not easy to understand....therefore we could not get the most out of the places we visited.
... MoreLess
HelpfulHelpful
star-5
Took this Mahabalipuram tour during...
Michael S
, Sep 2016
Took this Mahabalipuram tour during a short stay in Chennai, and found it to be a great excursion! Private transfer in a very clean and air conditioned vehicle, with hotel pick-up and drop-off, and private tour guide on site. Driver was great, and very cordial, and tour guide was very knowledgeable. I enjoyed visiting the temples and also witnessing the people in worship. Was even blessed by a Hindu priest! The tour company was Uvamai Niche Tourism booked through Viator. I like the convenience of booking through Viator. Thanks!
... MoreLess
HelpfulHelpful
star-3
Die Tour hätte eigentlich 4 oder 5...
oldfaithful
, Feb 2018
Die Tour hätte eigentlich 4 oder 5 Sterne verdient, aber aus der Ausschreibung geht nicht hervor, dass der Fahrer meiner war übrigens durchaus freundlich sympathisch keinerlei Guide-Pflichten u. -Kompetenzen hat. Man ist also letztlich gezwungen, einen Guide für ca. 1200 INR hinzu zu buchen oder sich vor bzw. während der Tour intensiv mit der entsprechenden Literatur zu befassen. Die angesteuerten Sites sind einen Besuch allemal wert.
... MoreLess
HelpfulHelpful

Questions?

Viator Help Center
Product code: 18568P9

Explore Similar Things to Do

Bus ToursArchaeology ToursArchitecture ToursHistorical ToursSelf-guided Tours & RentalsCultural & Theme ToursDay Trips & ExcursionsLuxury & Special OccasionsPrivate & Custom ToursTours & SightseeingChennaiCoimbatoreBus Tours - Tamil NaduArchaeology Tours - Tamil NaduArchitecture Tours - Tamil NaduHistorical Tours - Tamil NaduSelf-guided Tours & Rentals - Tamil NaduBus Tours - PondicherryArchaeology Tours - PondicherryArchitecture Tours - PondicherryHistorical Tours - PondicherrySelf-guided Tours & Rentals - PondicherryBus Tours - ThanjavurArchaeology Tours - ThanjavurArchitecture Tours - ThanjavurHistorical Tours - ThanjavurSelf-guided Tours & Rentals - ThanjavurCategory

Attractions in Chennai

MGM Dizzee WorldSt. Andrew’s Church (The Kirk)Luz Church (Shrine of Our Lady of Light)Madras High CourtRipon BuildingAshtalakshmi TempleElliot's Beach (Besant Nagar Beach)Little Mount & St Thomas Mount (Chinnamalai & Parangi Malai)Kalakshetra FoundationVGP Universal KingdomKovalam Beach (Covelong Beach)VGP Snow KingdomKanchipuramArmenian ChurchVelankanni Church (Basilica of Our Lady of Good Health)Marina BeachKapaleeshwarar TempleCholamandal Artists’ VillageAurovilleShirdi Sai Baba Temple