Leisure Tour to Pondy Mahabalipuram

Leisure Tour to Pondy Mahabalipuram

Pondy, 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.

So do join us to explore this French Town of India along with Mahabalipuram and few other places.

• 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 local food
• Visit to the architectural wonder of India, Mahabalipuram
• Visit to Thanjavur, Kumbhakonam & Chidambaram Temples
• Exploring Gingee, the Southern Capital of Maratha Empire
• Enjoy boating at Pichavaram Mangroves

Inclusions:

• 5 Nights Accommodation in hotel/homestay on double occupancy
• Breakfast, lunch & Dinner Costs as mentioned on the itinerary
• Pick up & Drop-Chennai Airport
• Boating to Paradise beach
• Private sightseeing vehicle
• Boating in Pichavaram
• Entry Fees
• Guide for the trip
• 5% GST

Exclusions:

• Airfare/ Train Fare from Mumbai-Chennai & Back
• Breakfast on Day 1, Dinner on last day
• Meals during Air/ Train Journey
• Mineral Water, Beverages cost
• Any other expenses which are not mentioned in ‘Inclusions’

Leisure Tour to Pondy Mahabalipuram

Day 1: Chennai-Pondicherry

Arrival in Chennai between 8.00 am to 9.00 a.m.
We will head to Pondicherry (3 Hrs by road approx.)

On arrival, check-in into hotel & freshen up.

Proceed with half day sightseeing.
Visit Paradise Beach by taking a speed Boat. The backwaters on the way to beach are green & fresh & have thick mangroves.
Come back to Hotel.

Night Stay at Pondicherry.
(Lunch & Dinner)

Day 2: Pondy Local Sightseeing

Post breakfast, proceed with full day sightseeing.

Visit Auroville, Ayi Mandapam, rock beach, French Headquarters & few churches.

Night Stay at Pondicherry.
(Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner)

Day 3: Drive Pondy-Pichavaram-Chidambaram-Kumbhakonam/Thanjavur

Post an early breakfat, check out & proceed to Kumbhakonam/ Thanjavur.

Enroute visit Chidambaram Nataraja Temple.
Later on enjoy boating at Pichavaram Mangroves. (The boating in Pichavaram is subject to operation.)

Proceed to Kumbhakonam.
On the way visit Gangaikonda Cholapuram & Airateshwara Temple Kumbhakonam.

Hotel check-in by late evening.

Night Stay at Kumbhakonam/ Thanjavur.
(Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner)

Day 4: Thanjavur Sightseeing

Post breakfast, proceed with full day sightseeing in Thanjavur.
Visit Brihadeeswarar temple & Thanjavur Maratha Palace.

Night Stay at Thanjavur.
(Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner)

Day 5: Thanjavur – Gingee Fort – Mahabalipuram

After breakfast, check out.

Proceed towards Gingee Fort. (4 Hrs drive approx,)

On arrival, start the trek to Gingee Fort (45 min one way)
After descending, proceed to Mahabalipram (2.5 Hrs drive approx,)

On arrival, check-in into hotel..

Night Stay at Mahabalipuram Hotel.
(Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner)

Day 6: Mahabalipuram sightseeing-Chennai

After breakfast, check out & proceed with sightseeing,

Visit Shore Temple, Arjuna’s Penance, Panch Rathas, Krishna’s Butterball.
After lunch, proceed to Chennai Airport for taking flight back home.

We will reach Chennai Airport between 4.00 pm to 5.00 pm. You can plan your return flight post 6.00 pm.

(Breakfast & Lunch)

Note: This itinerary is subject to change depending on Flight arrival & departures & Stays booked.