Chengalpattu, Thirukalukundram, Mahabalipuram and Thiruporur Temple Tour: 1 Day Package

This 1-day tour from Chengalpattu covers Thirukalukundram Vedagiriswarar Temple (about 30 km, 45 minutes), the Mahabalipuram Shore Temple, Pancha Rathas and Arjuna's Penance, and Thiruporur Kandaswamy Murugan Temple, in 9 to 10 hours and about 130 km.

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Duration: 1 day (9 to 10 hours)
Distance: about 130 km
Best time: November to February

Your temple journey

A journey, thoughtfully arranged.

Explore each day of the proposed route below and discuss the arrangements that suit your group.

Temple hours and travel conditions can change. Confirm the route, accessibility, services and prices when planning your journey.

Your journey at a glance

The route, day by day.

01Day 1

Your journey

The itinerary

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Day 1

01
Pickup in Chengalpattu and drive to Thirukalukundram (about 30 km, 45 minutes)
02
Vedagiriswarar Temple, hilltop darshan with steps (2 hours)
03
Drive to Mahabalipuram (about 15 km)
04
Shore Temple, Pancha Rathas and Arjuna's Penance (3 hours)
05
Lunch break
06
Drive to Thiruporur (about 25 km)
07
Thiruporur Kandaswamy Murugan Temple (1 hour)
08
Drive back and drop in Chengalpattu

Planning your visit

A little more to know.

Distances, durations, temple access, registration and seasonal conditions can change. Please confirm details before travel.

Pricing and inclusions
The vehicle, hotels, tickets and other arrangements are subject to confirmation and a final quote.

What the package may include

Details to confirm.

These proposed terms are pending verification and will be confirmed in your quote.

Inclusions

Private AC vehicle for the itinerary
Driver allowance, fuel, tolls and parking
Driver speaking the local language and Hindi or English, with darshan guidance

Exclusions

Tirumala special-entry tickets and Andhra Pradesh entry tax, where applicable
Extra kilometres and hours beyond the package
Hotel stays, arranged on request and quoted separately
Meals and drinks
Temple entry, special darshan, abhishekam and pooja charges
Donations, camera fees and personal expenses

Good to know

Confirm temple timings, dress codes, phone rules and registration before travel.
Festival days, weekends and full moon days may be crowded.
Some temples, including Tirumala, Guruvayur and Padmanabhaswamy, have dress codes.

Before you go

Questions, answered.

Is there a climb at Thirukalukundram?

Yes, the Vedagiriswarar Temple is on a hill and has steps. Senior citizens can skip it.

Can we start from Chennai?

Yes, see the Chennai Mahabalipuram 1-day tour or ask us for a custom pick-up.

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