Two UNESCO gems in one trip. Explore Pallava rock-cut temples at Mahabalipuram, witness 1,300-year-old masterpieces at Kanchipuram, and bring home the finest silk sarees — all with an AC cab and a driver who knows every lane.
A carefully crafted itinerary that covers every major monument, the best lunch spots on ECR, silk weaving centres, and scenic photo stops along the coast.
Early-morning pickup from your Chennai hotel or airport. We take the scenic East Coast Road (ECR) along the Bay of Bengal — 60 km, about 1.5 hours. Stop at DakshinaChitra heritage village en route if time permits. Arrive at Mahabalipuram by 7:30 AM for the best light at the monuments.
Begin at the iconic Shore Temple — a UNESCO World Heritage Site built by the Pallavas in the 8th century, standing right on the beach. Next, visit the Pancha Rathas (Five Rathas), five monolithic rock-cut temples each carved from a single granite boulder. Then marvel at Arjuna's Penance, the world's largest open-air bas-relief (27m x 9m), depicting scenes from the Mahabharata. Entry ticket: ₹40 for Indians, ₹600 for foreigners.
Drive to Tiger Cave, a rock-cut temple with a dramatic facade of tiger heads carved around the entrance — a hidden gem most tourists miss. Then visit the Madras Crocodile Bank Trust, home to 2,500+ reptiles including gharials, king cobras, and saltwater crocodiles. Enjoy a relaxed seafood lunch at one of Mahabalipuram's beachside restaurants — our driver knows the best ones for fresh fish and prawn curry.
Drive 65 km inland from Mahabalipuram to Kanchipuram, the "City of a Thousand Temples." For 1-day tours, we depart by 3 PM and cover 2 key temples. For 2-day tours, overnight in Mahabalipuram, then drive to Kanchipuram fresh the next morning for a full day of exploration.
Kailasanathar Temple — the oldest structure in Kanchipuram (8th century), with stunning sandstone carvings and a circumambulatory passage. Ekambareswarar Temple — one of the Pancha Bhoota Stalams (five elements temples), with a 3,500-year-old mango tree in the courtyard. Varadharaja Perumal Temple — a grand Vishnu temple known for its 100-pillar hall and the famous Athigiri Varadhar deity.
Visit authentic silk weaving centres where you can watch artisans create Kanchipuram silk sarees on traditional handlooms. Our driver takes you to trusted showrooms — no commission traps. Pick up genuine Kanchipuram pattu sarees starting from ₹2,000 to ₹50,000+. After shopping, drive back to Chennai (75 km, ~2 hours via NH48). Drop-off at your hotel, airport, or railway station.
Our drivers know every shortcut, every toll plaza, and every scenic stop on these routes.
60 km via East Coast Road (ECR). Scenic coastal highway along the Bay of Bengal. Drive time: ~1.5 hours. Toll: ~₹100.
65 km via SH 49 / Chengalpattu road. Smooth state highway through green countryside. Drive time: ~1.5 hours. No toll.
75 km via NH48 / GST Road. Well-maintained national highway. Drive time: ~2 hours. Toll: ~₹100. Direct drop at airport/hotel.
AC vehicle (Ertiga / Dzire / Innova)
Experienced, English-speaking driver
Fuel for the entire trip
Bottled water
Pickup & drop at Chennai hotel / airport / station
Flexible itinerary — stop wherever you like
Toll gates (~₹200 round trip)
Parking fees (~₹100–150)
Monument entry tickets (₹40 Indians / ₹600 foreigners)
Meals & refreshments
Hotel stay (for 2-day package)
Driver bhatta: ₹500/night halt
The price we quote is the price you pay. Toll, parking, and entry tickets are the only extras — charged on actuals.
| Package | Duration | Ertiga (7 seater) | Innova Crysta (7 seater) | Etios/Dzire (4 seater) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mahabalipuram + Kanchipuram (1-day) | 12–14 hrs | ₹4,500 | ₹5,500 | ₹3,800 |
| Mahabalipuram + Kanchipuram (2-day with hotel) | 2 days | ₹7,000 | ₹8,500 | ₹6,000 |
| Mahabalipuram only (half-day) | 6–8 hrs | ₹2,800 | ₹3,500 | ₹2,200 |
| Kanchipuram only (half-day) | 6–8 hrs | ₹2,600 | ₹3,200 | ₹2,000 |
Prices include AC vehicle, driver, and fuel. Tempo Traveller & Force Urbania rates available on request. Call for group quotes.
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