V
Worth all the time and money.
Very well planned sequence to help us with nuances of the changes over the period the temples were cut.
Operator response
Hello Vinu, We sincerely thank you for writing the review. It motivates all of us.
Expert curation only Mahabalipuram Trip
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At a glance
- Duration
- 4–6 hours
- Price from
- $122 / person
- Location
- Chennai, India
- Rating
- 5.0 / 5 · 2 reviews
- Languages
- EN
- Group
- Private
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Confirmation
- Instant
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operator
- KeyTerns
Description
- Young Archaeologist curation, Mesmerising narration, unheard stories, unseen places. - 4 Dimensional perspectives covering History, Archaeological, Architecture & Mythological - Visiting 7th Century Built monuments & temples – Rock-cut architecture, Shore temple, Lighthouse, - Walking around 2004 incident unearthed 2000 years old Subramaniya temple excavated site - Looking at wonders of nature – Krishna Butter Ball, Sea Shell Museum - Shopping seashells, stone sculptures and handicrafts International Chess Olympiad is hosted in Chennai between July 28th and August 10th with 2000 players from 150 countries. Chennai is apt to host Olympiad as Chennai boasts of having Grand Masters and the popular Viswanathan Anand grew up in Chennai.
Schedule & prices
- Runs
- Every day
- Next available
- Sun, Oct 11
- Adult (ages 13–90)
- $122
- Child (ages 6–12)
- $82
Prices are per person when two book together; a solo traveller pays $244.
Larger groups pay less per person.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 10.
Tour Options
Itinerary
Tiger Cave
Archaeologist will explain architectural details, mythological stories.
Shore Temple
This place is believed to have had 7 shore temples. Only few are left now and rest are submerged. Must see beauty.
Arjuna's Penance
Arjuna Tapas (Meditation) sculpture is beautiful with nice story.
Pancha Rathas
Five Chariots are artistically sculptured using rocks rooted on the ground.
Mahabalipuram Lighthouse
Mahabalipuram light house indicates the rich trade that took place in this port city.
Krishna's Butter Ball
Single rock touching at the edge on the floor.
What's included
Included
Curation only
Not included
Anythingelse
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
5.0
2 reviews
How it compares in Chennai
- Starting price $122 is 18% above the typical $103 for tours of similar length in Chennai
Excurgo comparison of 314 Viator tours, recalculated daily.
Important Information
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
1+ days before100% refund
0–1 days before0% refund
Frequently asked questions
How long does Expert curation only Mahabalipuram Trip take?
Expert curation only Mahabalipuram Trip lasts about 4–6 hours. The itinerary has 6 stops.
How much does Expert curation only Mahabalipuram Trip cost?
Prices start at $122 per person for this Chennai experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. That is the per-person price when two book together; a solo traveller pays $244. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
What days does Expert curation only Mahabalipuram Trip run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day.
How much does Expert curation only Mahabalipuram Trip cost for children?
Children aged 6–12 pay from $82, adults from $122.
Can I cancel Expert curation only Mahabalipuram Trip for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
What languages is Expert curation only Mahabalipuram Trip offered in?
The experience is available in EN.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a private experience: only your party takes part. Up to 15 travellers can book together.
Is the tour suitable for children?
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Is the tour wheelchair accessible?
Wheelchair accessible Transportation options are wheelchair accessible All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Is Expert curation only Mahabalipuram Trip worth it?
Travellers rate it 5.0 out of 5 across 2 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by KeyTerns.
Reviews(2)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
M
Great time with a great resource
Vijay is the person you feel lucky to have met. His experience as a working archaeologist in Mahabalipuram and Tamil Nadu, his passion and knowledge, his obvious goodwill and his skillfulness as a guide all stand out as remarkable. The combination made us feel like we won the lottery to have spent the day with him.
3 people found this helpful
Operator response
Thanks a lot for your review. This motivates our team. We will continue to provide the same quality service. ~ KeyTerns.
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