Kanchipuram Tour Package from Bangalore (3 Days)
3-day Kanchipuram tour from Bangalore: Kanchipuram and Mahabalipuram. 3-star stays with breakfast and sightseeing, travelling by cab, train or bus. From ₹6,760 per person.
per person · inclusive of all taxes
24° – 31°C
October in Kanchipuram

Description
3-day Kanchipuram tour from Bangalore: Kanchipuram and Mahabalipuram. 3-star stays with breakfast and sightseeing, travelling by cab, train or bus. From ₹6,760 per person.
This 3 days 2 nights itinerary covers 8 handpicked stops, including Kailasanathar Temple, Ekambareswarar Temple, Kamakshi Amman Temple and more. October–March is the best time to travel for pleasant weather. Your 2-night stay is arranged in a comfortable, well-reviewed hotel such as 3-star hotel in Kanchipuram. Pickup and drop are arranged right from your hotel or home, so there's nothing extra to plan on your end. Every booking is backed by Trypdeals' 24x7 support team, from planning to the day you're back home.
Weather in Kanchipuram
Best time: October to MarchAverage temperature range: 21°C – 38°C
Day-by-Day Itinerary
Bangalore to Kanchipuram
Our driver picks you up from your hotel or home in Bangalore in the morning. Drive from Bangalore to Kanchipuram (about 259 km, 5 hrs 15 min). Check in at your hotel in Kanchipuram. Reach Kanchipuram and start with the Kailasanathar temple, built in sandstone by the Pallava king Rajasimha in the 8th century, its courtyard lined with small carved shrines. In the evening, have darshan at the Ekambareswarar temple, the Shiva temple of the earth element, with its old mango tree. Overnight stay in Kanchipuram.
Tentative Fare Estimate
Round trip · incl. driver allowance & GST
Tentative estimate only, based on typical Indian public-transport tariffs (state transport bus fares, IRCTC sleeper/AC class rates, standard outstation taxi per-km rates) — not a live quote from any operator.
Route Map
By Car: Bangalore to Kanchipuram
259 km · ~5h 31m · About 5h of driving, plus stops.
- Start from Bangalore
An early start keeps you ahead of city and highway traffic.
150 km · 3h drive from previous stop
Rest & refuel near GudiyathamAbout 150 km in — 15–20 minutes for tea, food, fuel and a stretch.
109 km · 2h 11m drive from previous stop
Arrive in KanchipuramKanchipuram, Tamil Nadu
Stops are typical for this road, not a fixed itinerary. Timings assume about 50 km/h on average — traffic, tolls and road conditions vary.
By Bus: Bangalore to Kanchipuram
259 km · ~5h 45m · Buses on this route are usually available as direct services. Operators and departure times vary — check live availability.
- Board at Bangalore
Go to the main bus stand / ISBT in Bangalore. Overnight buses usually leave in the evening; book a seat in advance for sleeper and Volvo services.
- Bangalore → Kanchipuram
AC Seater / Volvo · ~259 km
~5h 45m|Tentative fare ₹280–₹780
Usual tea / meal halts: Pallikonda (~170 km)
- Arrive in Kanchipuram
Kanchipuram, Tamil Nadu
Halts and change points are typical for this route, not a specific operator’s schedule — check live availability and timings when booking.
By Train: Bangalore to Kanchipuram
Nearest railway stations: Bangalore City Jn for Bangalore, Kanchipuram East for Kanchipuram.
No direct train found — best options with a change
1 change · 8h 15m in total
Change trains at Arakkonam — about 3h 12m wait
1 change · 8h 36m in total
Change trains at Arakkonam — about 3h 27m wait
1 change · 8h 40m in total
Change trains at Arakkonam — about 3h 45m wait
Waits assume each train runs daily — the timetable data has no running days, so check the days for every train before you plan a change.
Train details come from a 2015 railway timetable snapshot — newer trains, changed timings and running days are not included, so confirm on IRCTC before you plan around a train.
- 1
Kailasanathar Temple
An 8th-century Pallava sandstone temple with carved shrines all round the courtyard.
- 2
Ekambareswarar Temple
The Shiva temple of the earth element, with an ancient mango tree.
Kamakshi, Varadaraja and the silk weavers
Morning darshan at the Kamakshi Amman temple and a visit to the Ulagalantha Perumal temple with its giant image of Vishnu as Trivikrama. After lunch, see the Varadaraja Perumal temple and its hall of a hundred carved pillars, and the Pallava Vaikunta Perumal temple. End the day in a weaver's home on the silk streets, watching a Kanchipuram saree take shape on the loom. Overnight stay in Kanchipuram.
- 1
Kamakshi Amman Temple
The temple of the goddess Kamakshi, one of the great Shakti shrines.
- 2
Varadaraja Perumal Temple
A large Vishnu temple with a hall of a hundred carved pillars.
- 3
Vaikunta Perumal Temple
An 8th-century Pallava temple with carved panels of royal history.
- 4
Kanchipuram silk weavers
Handlooms weaving the famous silk sarees.
Mahabalipuram and back
Drive to Mahabalipuram for the Shore Temple, Arjuna's Penance and the Five Rathas, the Pallava rock art that grew out of the same kingdom, then on home. Drive from Kanchipuram to Mahabalipuram (about 67 km, 1 hr 15 min) and from Mahabalipuram to Bangalore (about 325 km, 6 hrs 30 min), and drop at your hotel, home or the railway station in Bangalore. The tour ends here.
Tentative Fare Estimate
Round trip · incl. driver allowance & GST
Tentative estimate only, based on typical Indian public-transport tariffs (state transport bus fares, IRCTC sleeper/AC class rates, standard outstation taxi per-km rates) — not a live quote from any operator.
Route Map
By Car: Kanchipuram to Mahabalipuram
67 km · ~1h 20m · About 1h of driving, plus stops.
- Start from Kanchipuram
An early start keeps you ahead of city and highway traffic.
67 km · 1h 20m drive from previous stop
Arrive in MahabalipuramMahabalipuram, Tamil Nadu
Stops are typical for this road, not a fixed itinerary. Timings assume about 50 km/h on average — traffic, tolls and road conditions vary.
By Bus: Kanchipuram to Mahabalipuram
67 km · ~1h 29m · Buses on this route are usually available as direct services. Operators and departure times vary — check live availability.
- Board at Kanchipuram
Go to the main bus stand / ISBT in Kanchipuram. Overnight buses usually leave in the evening; book a seat in advance for sleeper and Volvo services.
- Kanchipuram → Mahabalipuram
Non-AC or AC Seater · ~67 km
~1h 29m|Tentative fare ₹70–₹240
- Arrive in Mahabalipuram
Mahabalipuram, Tamil Nadu
Halts and change points are typical for this route, not a specific operator’s schedule — check live availability and timings when booking.
By Train: Kanchipuram to Mahabalipuram
Nearest railway stations: Kanchipuram East for Kanchipuram, Chengalpattu for Mahabalipuram.
Direct trains
Train details come from a 2015 railway timetable snapshot — newer trains, changed timings and running days are not included, so confirm on IRCTC before you plan around a train.
Tentative Fare Estimate
Round trip · incl. driver allowance & GST
Tentative estimate only, based on typical Indian public-transport tariffs (state transport bus fares, IRCTC sleeper/AC class rates, standard outstation taxi per-km rates) — not a live quote from any operator.
Route Map
By Car: Mahabalipuram to Bangalore
325 km · ~6h 50m · About 7h of driving, plus stops.
- Start from Mahabalipuram
An early start keeps you ahead of city and highway traffic.
150 km · 3h drive from previous stop
Rest & refuel near OdugatturAbout 150 km in — 15–20 minutes for tea, food, fuel and a stretch.
175 km · 3h 30m drive from previous stop
Arrive in BangaloreBangalore, Andhra Pradesh
Stops are typical for this road, not a fixed itinerary. Timings assume about 50 km/h on average — traffic, tolls and road conditions vary.
By Bus: Mahabalipuram to Bangalore
325 km · ~7h 13m · Buses on this route are usually available as direct services. Operators and departure times vary — check live availability.
- Board at Mahabalipuram
Go to the main bus stand / ISBT in Mahabalipuram. Overnight buses usually leave in the evening; book a seat in advance for sleeper and Volvo services.
- Mahabalipuram → Bangalore
AC Seater / Volvo · ~325 km
~7h 13m|Tentative fare ₹360–₹960
Usual tea / meal halts: Ambur (~170 km)
- Arrive in Bangalore
Bangalore, Andhra Pradesh
Halts and change points are typical for this route, not a specific operator’s schedule — check live availability and timings when booking.
By Train: Mahabalipuram to Bangalore
Nearest railway stations: Chengalpattu for Mahabalipuram, Bangalore City Jn for Bangalore.
No direct train found — best options with a change
1 change · 7h 25m in total
Change trains at Arakkonam — about 1h 30m wait
1 change · 9h 11m in total
Change trains at Korukkupet Jn — about 51m wait
1 change · 11h 9m in total
Change trains at Renigunta Jn — about 1h 40m wait
Waits assume each train runs daily — the timetable data has no running days, so check the days for every train before you plan a change.
Train details come from a 2015 railway timetable snapshot — newer trains, changed timings and running days are not included, so confirm on IRCTC before you plan around a train.
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Shore Temple
An 8th-century temple on the seashore.
- 2
Five Rathas
Five temples each carved from a single rock.
Tour Overview
Kanchipuram, the city of a thousand temples and Pallava capital, with three days for its great temples, the silk weavers' streets, and the shore temples of Mahabalipuram.
This 3-day, 2-night package starts and ends in Bangalore. The route runs Bangalore → Kanchipuram → Mahabalipuram → Bangalore, about 651 km in all. Choose how you travel: cab, train or bus. Every price includes 3-star hotels with breakfast and all sightseeing transport.
Highlights of the Kanchipuram Tour from Bangalore
- Kailasanathar Temple
- Ekambareswarar Temple
- Kamakshi Amman Temple
- Varadaraja Perumal Temple
- Vaikunta Perumal Temple
- Kanchipuram silk weavers
- Shore Temple
- Five Rathas
Inclusions in the Kanchipuram Tour Package
- 2 nights in 3-star hotels (twin sharing) with daily breakfast
- All sightseeing and transfers as per the itinerary
- AC cab from Bangalore for the whole trip with the cab option: Swift Dzire (2–3 persons), Ertiga (4–7) or Tempo Traveller (8–12)
- AC bus seats both ways with the bus option
- AC 3-tier train tickets both ways with the train option
- Driver allowance, tolls, parking and fuel
- GST on cab hire
Exclusions in the Kanchipuram Tour Package
- Lunch and dinner
- Temple darshan, pooja and special entry tickets
- Monument and park entry tickets, boating and ropeway tickets
- Flights, and anything not listed under inclusions
- Personal expenses such as tips, laundry and phone calls
Child Policy
Child up to 6 years: free (no extra bed)
Child 6 to 8 years: half charge
Child above 8 years: full charge
Payment Policy
20 percent advance at the time of booking
20 percent after you receive the hotel booking voucher
60 percent during the tour
For tours between 15 December and 2 January, 50 percent advance is required.
Cancellation Policy
Minimum cancellation charge: Rs. 3000 per person, or 10 percent of the tour cost, whichever is higher
25 percent between 46 and 30 days before departure
50 percent between 30 and 15 days before departure
75 percent between 15 and 5 days before departure
100 percent within 5 days of departure or on no-show
Important Travel Information for the Kanchipuram Tour
Best time to visit: October–March
Route: Bangalore → Kanchipuram → Mahabalipuram → Bangalore (about 651 km in all)
Train option: With the train option you travel by AC 3-tier to Chennai and back; the train journey is in addition to the 3 days.
Before you go: Temples in Tamil Nadu expect modest dress; at some, men remove their shirts before entering the sanctum. Darshan timings change on festival days.
Hotels: 3-star hotel in Kanchipuram, or similar.
Package Price: Cab, Bus or Train
Per-person price by group size and how you travel from Bangalore. Every price includes 3-star hotels (twin sharing), breakfast and all sightseeing transport.
| PersonsGroup size | By Cab | By Bus | By Train |
|---|---|---|---|
| 22 Persons | ₹13,660 | ₹10,110 | ₹10,010 |
| 33 Persons | ₹11,030 | ₹9,080 | ₹8,990 |
| 4–74–7 Persons | ₹9,810 | ₹7,950 | ₹7,860 |
| 8–108–10 Persons | ₹9,020 | ₹7,450 | ₹7,350 |
| 11–1211–12 Persons | ₹7,650 | ₹6,850 | ₹6,760 |
Prices are per person in rupees. The highlighted price is the lowest for that group size.
With the train option you travel by AC 3-tier to Chennai and back; the train journey is in addition to the 3 days.
Route Map
Top Attractions
Kailasanathar Temple
The oldest surviving structure in Kanchipuram, this temple was built by the Pallava king Narasimhavarman II (Rajasimha) in the early 8th century. It is a landmark of early Dravidian architecture, with a sandstone structure adorned with exquisite carvings of deities and mythical creatures. The temple's serene ambiance and historical significance make it a must-visit.
Ekambareswarar Temple
This vast temple is one of the Pancha Bhoota Stalams, representing the earth element (Prithvi). Its towering 57-meter-high gopuram is among the tallest in South India. Inside the courtyard, a 3,500-year-old mango tree is venerated, said to produce four different flavors of mangoes.
Kamakshi Amman Temple
One of the most revered Shakti Peethas in India, this temple is dedicated to Goddess Kamakshi, a form of Parvati. The deity is depicted seated in a unique posture with a sugarcane bow and flower arrows, symbolizing divine grace. The temple's golden gopuram and intricate carvings make it a vibrant center of Shaktism.
Varadaraja Perumal Temple
A major Vishnu temple and one of the 108 Divya Desams, this sacred site is known for its ornate 100-pillared hall and a massive chain carved from a single stone. The main deity, Varadaraja Perumal, is worshipped in a standing posture. The temple's towering gopurams and intricate sculptures draw devotees and art lovers alike.
Vaikunta Perumal Temple
An 8th-century Pallava temple with carved panels of royal history.
Kanchipuram silk weavers
Handlooms weaving the famous silk sarees.
Shore Temple
An 8th-century temple on the seashore.
Five Rathas
Pancha Rathas, also known as the Five Rathas, is a remarkable group of monolithic rock-cut temples in Mahabalipuram, Tamil Nadu. Carved from single granite outcrops, these structures resemble processional chariots and showcase the pinnacle of Pallava architecture. This UNESCO World Heritage Site offers a fascinating glimpse into 7th-century Indian artistry and engineering.
Who Is This Tour For
Best Time to Visit
October–March is the ideal window for this trip, with the most pleasant weather for sightseeing.
How to Reach
What's Included / Excluded
Inclusions
- 2 nights in 3-star hotels (twin sharing) with daily breakfast
- All sightseeing and transfers as per the itinerary
- AC cab from Bangalore for the whole trip with the cab option: Swift Dzire (2–3 persons), Ertiga (4–7) or Tempo Traveller (8–12)
- AC bus seats both ways with the bus option
- AC 3-tier train tickets both ways with the train option
- Driver allowance, tolls, parking and fuel
- GST on cab hire
Exclusions
- Lunch and dinner
- Temple darshan, pooja and special entry tickets
- Monument and park entry tickets, boating and ropeway tickets
- Flights, and anything not listed under inclusions
- Personal expenses such as tips, laundry and phone calls
Hotels for This Tour
Handpicked stays for a comfortable trip
Packing Checklist
- Comfortable walking shoes
- Water bottle
- Sunscreen
- ID proof (for hotel check-in)
- Basic first-aid/medication
- Modest, traditional clothing for temple visits
- A shawl or stole to cover shoulders
Important Travel Information
Best time to visit: October–March
Route: Bangalore → Kanchipuram → Mahabalipuram → Bangalore (about 651 km in all)
Train option: With the train option you travel by AC 3-tier to Chennai and back; the train journey is in addition to the 3 days.
Before you go: Temples in Tamil Nadu expect modest dress; at some, men remove their shirts before entering the sanctum. Darshan timings change on festival days.
Hotels: 3-star hotel in Kanchipuram, or similar.
Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know before you go
3 days and 2 nights. It starts from Bangalore on day 1 and you are back in Bangalore on day 3. With the train option, the train journey is in addition to these days.
Bangalore → Kanchipuram → Mahabalipuram → Bangalore. That is about 651 km in all; each leg is listed on this page with its distance and driving time.
For 2 persons it is ₹10,010 per person (train); for a group of 11–12 it comes down to ₹6,760 per person. Prices include 3-star hotels with breakfast and all sightseeing transport.
Yes. This package is offered by cab, train or bus. By cab, the same AC car takes you from Bangalore and back. By bus, you take an AC bus to the first stop and back, and a cab covers the sightseeing. With the train option you travel by AC 3-tier to Chennai and back; the train journey is in addition to the 3 days. The price table shows each option for your group size.
October–March.
Temples in Tamil Nadu expect modest dress; at some, men remove their shirts before entering the sanctum. Darshan timings change on festival days.
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