Pondicherry, popularly known as French capital of India, is a union territory nestled in south-eastern coast of India near to Chennai.

It is a former French colony paved with lanes lined with small yellow-walled houses & French Cafés. Pondy was under French Rule till 1954. Therefore, you feel like it is a miniature version of France which gives colonial & bohemian vibes through its French civilisations.

The city attracts tourist across the world due to its cosmopolitan lifestyle. Another major reason why people visit pondy is famous town of Auroville, which is a hub for meditation, spirituality & yoga.

Right from shiny white sand beaches, delicious food Cafes, tranquil Ashrams to old Heritage & religious sites, Pondicherry has lot to offer.

So, if you are looking for a place to relax by the beach, get indulged in French cuisine, experience serenity & rejuvenate yourself then pondy is the place for you.

Along with Pondy, we would be visiting Mahabalipuram which is famous for its rock cut shore temples & monuments built by the pallava dynasty in 7 & 8th Centuries. It is a town on a strip of land between Bay of Bengal & Great Salt Lake in Tamil Nadu which is also known as Mamallapuram.

Tranquebar (Tharagambadi) is located 150 kms from Pondicherry and is small beach town that dates back to 14th Century. This town has a mix of Danish, British & French Cultures. In 1620, Dutch built dansborg fort to start a bilateral trade with Thanjavar Nayak Dynasty. This fort is one of the major attractions in Tranquebar. This place is also reputed to have thickest ozone layer in India.

• Drive on the famous & scenic East Coast Route to reach Pondicherry
• Experience little world of French by taking a walking Trail across Town
• Visit to Meditation Hub, Auroville
• Exploring gorgeous beaches & indulge in some lip smacking French Cuisine
• Visit to the architectural wonder of India, Mahabalipuram
• Exploring Marina Beach which is famous for having largest beach shore in India
• Explore  Offbeat Tranquebar town

Inclusions:

• 3 Nights Accommodations at Pondicherry Hotel  on double occupancy
• Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner Costs as mentioned on the itinerary
• Pick up & Drop-Chennai Airport/Station
• Local Pondy sightseeing
• Private Vehicle for Tranquebar Visit
• Entry Fees
• Guide for the trip

Exclusions:

• Airfare/ Train Fare from Mumbai-Chennai & Back
• Meals during Air/ Train Journey
• Mineral Water, Beverages cost
• Any other expenses which are not mentioned in ‘Inclusions’

Day 1, Thursday 18th Oct: Chennai-Mahabalipuram-Pondy

Arrival in Chennai by 9.00 a.m.
We will head towards Pondicherry via the scenic East Coast Route.
On the way we will be Exploring Mahabalipuram
Visit Shore Temples, Arjuna’s Penance, Panch Rathas, Krishna’s Butterball.
Reach Pondy by early evening.
Check in.
Take Stroll near promenade, Visit Rock Beach. Try out some French Cuisine.
Night Stay at Pondy Hotel.
(Lunch & Dinner)

Day 2, Friday, 19th Oct: Paradise Beach & Pondy Local Sightseeing

Leave early in the morning for Paradise Beach Island by taking a speed Boat. The backwaters on the way to beach are green & fresh & have thick mangroves.
Paradise Island is a great spot to reach early. This is a little isolated & highly sought-after beach.
On a perfectly bright day, you will enjoy various shades of blue stretching to the horizon and beyond.
We will Relax by the beach, enjoy the waves & Sip some coconut water.
The sand is extraordinarily soft & grainy and long walk on this beach would be fantastic.
Come back to Pondy.
We will leave for Pondy local Sightseeing by early Evening and would be visiting Ayi Mandapam, French Headquarters, Manukula Vinayagar Temple & few churches.
Come back to Hotel.
Night Stay at Pondy.
(Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)

Day 3, Saturday, 20th Oct: Drive Pondy-Tranquebar-Pondy

Post Breakfast, Leave for exploring Tranquebar.
We will be visiting Beach, Churches & Temple, museums & Dansborg Fort.
Come back to Pondy by evening.
Night Stay at Pondy.
(Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner)

Day 4, Sunday 21st Oct: Drive Pondy-Auroville- Marina Beach- Chennai

Check out from the Hotel. Visit Auroville & Aurovillle Beach.
Auroville (city of Dawn) is an experimental township dedicated to the ideal of human unity based on the vision of Sri Aurbinodo & his Mother, Mirra Alfassa.
People from across the world, irrespective of creed, colour& nationality, work here together to build a Non-religious , cash Free, universal community.
Its focal point is the Matrimandir, a futuristic, spherical temple covered in gold discs.
After lunch move towards Chennai.
After a Quick visit to the Marina beach, Drop to Chennai Airport/Station by 5.00 pm.
(Breakfast & Lunch)

Notes:

If anybody wishes to return to Mumbai by Train, then below option is suggested:
MAS Ahmedabad Express 19419 @ 8.00 pm