Mahabalipuram Beach Holiday Package (2 Days)
2-day Mahabalipuram Beach tour from Chennai: Mahabalipuram. 3-star stays with breakfast and sightseeing by AC cab. From ₹4,540 per person.
per person · inclusive of all taxes
25° – 30°C
October in Mahabalipuram Beach Holiday Package (2 Days)
Description
2-day Mahabalipuram Beach tour from Chennai: Mahabalipuram. 3-star stays with breakfast and sightseeing by AC cab. From ₹4,540 per person.
This 2 days 1 night itinerary covers 5 handpicked stops, including Mahabalipuram beach, Shore Temple, Arjuna's Penance and more. November–February is the best time to travel for pleasant weather. Your 1-night stay is arranged in a comfortable, well-reviewed hotel such as 3-star hotel in Mahabalipuram. 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 Mahabalipuram Beach Holiday Package (2 Days)
Best time: October to MarchAverage temperature range: 22°C – 36°C
Day-by-Day Itinerary
Chennai to Mahabalipuram
Our driver picks you up from your hotel or home in Chennai in the morning. Drive from Chennai to Mahabalipuram (about 57 km, 1 hr). Check in at your hotel in Mahabalipuram. Drive down the East Coast Road and check in at a beach hotel. Spend the afternoon by the sea, then walk to the Shore Temple and Arjuna's Penance in the soft evening light, and finish with seafood at the fishermen's village. Overnight stay in Mahabalipuram.
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Mahabalipuram beach
A long sandy beach beside the monuments.
- 2
Shore Temple
The 8th-century granite temple on the sea.
- 3
Arjuna's Penance
The great open-air relief.
Five Rathas and Kovalam beach
See the Five Rathas in the cool of the morning, then stop at Kovalam (Covelong) on the way back, where surf schools give beginner lessons on the gentle waves. Drive from Mahabalipuram to Chennai (about 57 km, 1 hr), and drop at your hotel, home or the railway station in Chennai. The tour ends here.
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Five Rathas
Temples carved from single rocks.
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Kovalam (Covelong) beach
A fishing village beach known for surfing.
Tour Overview
A beach break on the East Coast Road: a resort by the sea at Mahabalipuram, sunset at the Shore Temple, seafood, and a morning on the surf beach at Kovalam (Covelong).
This 2-day, 1-night package starts and ends in Chennai. Every price includes 3-star hotels with breakfast, an AC cab for the whole trip and all sightseeing.
Highlights of the Mahabalipuram Beach Tour from Chennai
- Mahabalipuram beach
- Shore Temple
- Arjuna's Penance
- Five Rathas
- Kovalam (Covelong) beach
Inclusions in the Mahabalipuram Beach Tour Package
- 1 night in 3-star hotels (twin sharing) with daily breakfast
- All sightseeing and transfers as per the itinerary
- AC cab from Chennai for the whole trip: Swift Dzire (2–3 persons), Ertiga (4–7) or Tempo Traveller (8–12)
- Driver allowance, tolls, parking and fuel
- GST on cab hire
Exclusions in the Mahabalipuram Beach 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
Online booking: pay just ₹99 to reserve your tour. The ₹99 is 100 percent refundable if you cancel at any time, and it is adjusted in your final payment.
50 percent of the tour cost: 3 days before the tour starts, after you receive your tour voucher.
Remaining balance: on the tour day.
Cancellation Policy
The ₹99 online booking amount is refunded in full whenever you cancel, for any reason.
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 Mahabalipuram Beach Tour
Best time to visit: November–February
Before you go: The sea along this coast has strong currents; swim only where the lifeguards or your resort say it is safe.
Hotels: 3-star hotel in Mahabalipuram, or similar.
Trip Cost Breakdown
Per-person pricing by group size
Route Map
Top Attractions
Mahabalipuram beach
Stretching along the Coromandel coast beside the historic town, this beach pairs a relaxed seaside atmosphere with the backdrop of one of India's oldest surviving stone temples. Fishing boats dot the shoreline in the early mornings, and the beach's proximity to the UNESCO monument complex makes it a natural pause point for visitors exploring the area. Its gentler pace and open horizon offer a contrast to the carved granite landscape just inland. Mahabalipuram Beach sits at an elevation of 0 m and is typically explored in about 1-2 hours. The most favourable months to visit are December, February, March, and April, when conditions are best suited for sightseeing. Nearby points of interest include Arjuna's Penance, Pancha Rathas, and Mahishasuramardini Cave. Other notable highlights include shore Temple silhouette at golden sunrise, ancient stone chariots along the seafront, and fishermen hauling catamarans at dawn. It falls within Mahabalipuram, Chengalpattu district, and Tamil Nadu.
Shore Temple
The Shore Temple is a majestic structural temple complex dating to the 7th–8th century CE, built from granite blocks and dedicated primarily to Shiva. It is one of the oldest stone temples in South India and has withstood centuries of sea spray on the Coromandel coast. Its twin spires and weathered sculptures make it an iconic symbol of Pallava architecture.
Arjuna's Penance
Arjuna's Penance, also known as the Descent of the Ganges, is a monumental open-air rock relief carved on two massive boulders in Mamallapuram, Tamil Nadu. Stretching 96 by 43 feet, this ancient masterpiece vividly depicts the celestial river Ganges descending to earth, surrounded by a rich tableau of deities, sages, and animals. It stands as one of the finest examples of Pallava art and a must-see for visitors to this UNESCO-listed heritage town.
Five Rathas
The Five Rathas, or Pancha Rathas, is a stunning complex of monolithic rock-cut temples in Mahabalipuram, Tamil Nadu, carved from single granite boulders. This UNESCO World Heritage Site showcases early Dravidian architecture in the form of five chariot-like shrines, each named after the Pandava brothers from the Mahabharata. It is a must-visit for history enthusiasts and a remarkable example of ancient Indian craftsmanship.
Kovalam (Covelong) beach
A fishing village beach known for surfing.
Who Is This Tour For
Best Time to Visit
November–February is the ideal window for this trip, with the most pleasant weather for sightseeing.
How to Reach
What's Included / Excluded
Inclusions
- 1 night in 3-star hotels (twin sharing) with daily breakfast
- All sightseeing and transfers as per the itinerary
- AC cab from Chennai for the whole trip: Swift Dzire (2–3 persons), Ertiga (4–7) or Tempo Traveller (8–12)
- 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: November–February
Before you go: The sea along this coast has strong currents; swim only where the lifeguards or your resort say it is safe.
Hotels: 3-star hotel in Mahabalipuram, or similar.
Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know before you go
2 days and 1 night. It starts from Chennai on day 1 and you are back in Chennai on day 2.
For 2 persons it is ₹8,590 per person; for a group of 11–12 it comes down to ₹4,540 per person. Prices include 3-star hotels with breakfast, an AC cab for the whole trip and all sightseeing.
November–February.
The sea along this coast has strong currents; swim only where the lifeguards or your resort say it is safe.
Destinations Covered in This Tour
Explore the places this package takes you to