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Mahabalipuram Weekend Tour

  2 Days / 1 Nights

   Mahabalipuram

2 Days Mahabalipuram Weekend Tour is a fun & leisure holiday package to an ancient port town that flourished during Pallava reign in Tamil Nadu. Listed as UNESCO World Heritage Sites with more than forty rock-cut & stone-built ancient temples, Mahabalipuram is a very popular tourist destination in south India. Mahabalipuram is home to lot many tourist attractions in the forms of cave temples, bas relief, sculptured monolithic stone monuments, sea beaches, Crocodile Bank, Krishna’s Butter Ball etc. The day of arrival in Mahabalipuram has been kept free for leisure and the next day is fully dedicated to thorough exploration of the town. The trip commences from & ends at Chennai with one night stay in Mahabalipuram. It offers an opportunity to observe cultural & architectural heritage of Tamil Nadu. Mahabalipuram Weekend Tour is a private tour and conducted by air-conditioned sedan car. As per the budget and interest of the traveler, Mahabalipuram provides a wide variety of accommodations, ranging from luxury to budget. In nutshell, the weekend tour to Mahabalipuram is a journey to enjoy historical sites and beach delights.

Day 1

Chennai Arrival - Mahabalipuram

Mahabalipuram Weekend Tour commences soon after your arrival in Chennai. You will be welcomed by our representative at Chennai airport / railway station and driven directly to Mahabalipuram, the ancient port city of the Pallava kings. There was prolific building activity in Mahabalipuram in ancient times. In 1984, the monuments at Mahabalipuram were incorporated in the list of UNESCO’S World Heritage Site. On arrival, check in at the pre-booked hotel to relax and spend rest of the day in leisure. It is rejuvenating to spend some time on the beautiful beach. Overnight stay is scheduled in Mahabalipuram hotel.

Day 2

Mahabalipuram Sightseeing – Chennai – Departure

After breakfast in the hotel, proceed on for exploring major highlights & tourist attractions in Mahabalipuram. Mahabalipuram is known for its monolithic rock-cut temples, rock-cut cave temples and stone built shore temple. Panch Rathas – named after the five characters of Mahabharata Arjun, Nakul Sahdev, Bhim, Dharmaraj Yudhistir & Draupadi - are fabulous examples of monolithic rock-cut temples. The cave temples are modest shrines with a mandapam or pillared hall in front and a single or a series of cells on the rear wall. Varaha cave temple , Mahisasuramardini cave temple and Adivaraha cave temple show significant elaboration in sculptural treatment. The sculpture in these cave temples are essentially figural and bespeak the tolerance of the king. As decoration, these sculptures are narrative panels most often. The cave temples record the Gods and Goddess of the time. Home to world’s largest open-air rock relief, Mahabalipuram offers opportunities to witness finesse of sculptural skill set of the artisans & stone-smiths 2000 years ago.

In addition to visiting famous sanctuaries, visit Krishna’s Ball & Crocodile Bank. Late afternoon / early evening, as per your departure schedule, you will be driven back to Chennai. On arrival at Chennai, you will be transferred directly to Chennai airport / railway station to board flight / train for your onward journey.

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Delhi

On arrival at New Delhi airport, you will be greeted & assisted by Optima India Tourism's representative. You will be transferred to Delhi hotel. Our representative will ensure smooth check in at the hotel. As most of the international flights land in India at late night, so have sound sleep in Delhi hotel to get relaxed for the sightseeing tour of Delhi next day.

On arrival at New Delhi airport, you will be greeted & assisted by Optima India Tourism's representative. You will be transferred to Delhi hotel. Our representative will ensure smooth check in at the hotel. As most of the international flights land in India at late night, so have sound sleep in Delhi hotel to get relaxed for the sightseeing tour of Delhi next day.

Agra

On arrival at New Delhi airport, you will be greeted & assisted by Optima India Tourism's representative. You will be transferred to Delhi hotel. Our representative will ensure smooth check in at the hotel. As most of the international flights land in India at late night, so have sound sleep in Delhi hotel to get relaxed for the sightseeing tour of Delhi next day.

On arrival at New Delhi airport, you will be greeted & assisted by Optima India Tourism's representative. You will be transferred to Delhi hotel. Our representative will ensure smooth check in at the hotel. As most of the international flights land in India at late night, so have sound sleep in Delhi hotel to get relaxed for the sightseeing tour of Delhi next day.

  1. Accommodation in the hotel on double occupancy basis at all places.

  2. Daily breakfast basis at all places.

  3. Well-appointed upgraded air-conditioned rooms at all places.

  4. Ferry charges to and fro Mumbai and Elephanta.

  5. Meet & assist at the airport on arrival & departure.

  6. Boat ride in Mondvi river.

  7. Air-conditioned car for the whole tour.

  8. English speaking driver for the full tour.

  9. Sightseeing tours as mentioned in the itinerary.

  10. All prevailing taxes like luxury tax, service tax, interstate road tax, toll tax, parking etc.

  11. All transfers, city tours, excursions & drives by air-conditioned transport.

  12. Fuel charges, driver’s daily allowances, driver’s meals and stay.

Destination / Hotel 3* 4* 5* Luxury
Destinations 3* 4* 5* Luxury
Mumbai Kohinoor Elite Kohinoor Continental Trident Hotel Oberoi Mumbai
Goa Tamarind Whispering Palms Beach Resort Taj Fort Aguada Taj Exotica

  • Above rates are based on current exchange rate, fuel price, entrance fee, hotel rates and tax structure as applicable on the date of mailing the package proposal, however any change in these components beyond our control shall affect the cost accordingly.

  • Our Above all cost is based on good combination of Heritage & star hotels. All the hotels are neat and clean, tastefully decorated air-conditioned rooms and of international standards with all modern facilities. We have been using these hotels regularly for our various overseas clients with excellent report in respective categories.

    In case you are particular to stay with any preferred hotels, please do let us know and we will revise our cost accordingly.

  • If a particular hotel is stated in this travel proposal is not available, we will book you at an alternative hotel in the same category as the one stated with your consent and agreement.

  • We shall not be responsible for any delays & alterations in the programme or expenses incurred – directly or indirectly – due to natural hazards, flight cancellations, accident, breakdown of machinery or equipments, breakdown of transport, weather, sickness, landslides, political closures or any untoward incidents.

  • We do not have any insurance policy covering the expenses for accident, sickness, loss due to theft, or any other reasons. Visitors are advised to seek such insurance arrangements in their home country.

  • Please contact your health department or the nearest Indian consulate for more information on recommended vaccinations and medical precautions.

  • You will need a tourist visa to visit India . Please contact the nearest Indian consulate in your country of residence for more information.

  • In India, hotel check in time is 14:00 hrs & hotel check out time is 10:00 hrs, until specified otherwise.

  • Our cost doesn’t have any hidden taxes/charges.

Payment Terms:

We would require 50% advance payment to secure your bookings and process the file. We accept bank transfers and payment by credit cards through PAYPAL international payment gateway only. Balance amount needs to be paid on arrival in India by cash, Traveller’s Cheques or credit cards. All credit card payments are subject to 4.88% bank fees.

Cancellation Terms:

50% cancellation if cancelled within 45 days.

75% cancellation if cancelled within 30 days.

100% cancellation if cancelled 15 day or less.

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