Pondicherry Backpacking Tour
Settle yourself amidst the French colonies, sit-by-the-beach for a vacation much needed, roam around the quaint little hamlets far away from chaos…..At, Pondicherry - The French capital of India. Experience a little piece of French culture and indulge in their cuisines at Pondicherry. Sit by the cafes, sip refreshing drinks and roam like a hippie soul. It’s time to tick this destination off your wishlist.
Pondicherry - presently known as Puducherry is a union territory of India very closely located to Chennai. This destination is symbolic to love, peace and trans. Thanks to the ashrams, beaches, French colonies and Old Heritage Churches which leaves a symbolic impression.
Mahabalipuram – Taste every bit of heritage by going back in time. It is a town on a strip of land between the Bay of Bengal and the Great Salt Lake, in the south Indian state of Tamil Nadu. It’s known for its temples and monuments built by the Pallava dynasty in the 7th and 8th centuries. The picturesque constructions are worth capturing.
NOTE: There is no dress-code while visiting Mahabalipuram
Day 1 Chennai to Pondicherry
Arrive at Chennai Airport from Pune and Mumbai.
Freshen up and meet Trikon person at 9 am.
Refreshments Break en route (on your own)
Proceed to Pondicherry by road. (170 km, 3 hours) (Via East Coast Road (ECR), alongside the Bay of Bengal)
Visit Dakshina Chitra Museum Enroute.
Reach Pondicherry by Evening and rest for the Day.
Day 2 - Pondicherry Sightseeing
Wake up and freshen up.
Breakfast at hotel.
Visit Vinayagar temple.
Leave for Auroville and explore Matru mandir, Serenity Beach and Sri Aurobindo Ashram
Come back to white town and visit beautiful cafes.
Overnight stay in Pondicherry.
Day 3 - Pondicherry Sightseeing
Wake up and freshen up.
Breakfast at hotel and set to Sightseeing in Pondicherry:
Visit Churches around the town, French war memorial, Gandhi statue, Rock / Pondy/ Promenade beach, Pondicherry Museum, Botanic garde.
Visit Paradise beach by Ferry.
Overnight stay in Pondicherry.
Day 4 - Pondicherry to Chennai by Mahabalipuram
Wake up early, breakfast and checkout
Leave for Mahabalipuram.
Explore Mahabalipuram (UNESCO World Heritage Site).
Explore Multiple attractions in Mahabalipuram
Leave from Mahabalipuram and proceed to Chennai.
(60 km, 1 hour)
Take Flight back home
What is included in the tour
- Meals – Dinner and Breakfast at Hotels
- Double/ Triple Sharing Accommodation
- Entry fees & Sightseeing
- Toll
- Internal Transport by AC Private Vehicle
What is NOT included in the tour
- Train/Airfare To Chennai
- Day 1 Breakfast
- Daily Lunch
- Personal expenses
- Mineral water and soft drinks
- Anything not mentioned in the itinerary
List of PLACES to be covered
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Marina beach (Happens to be India’s Longest Beach shore, lip-smacking street food)
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Mahabalipuram – Shore Temple, Pancha Rathas( 5 Rathas that belong to 5 pandavas) Krishna's Butterball, Tiger Cave & Arjuna's Penance.
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Pondicherry – Auroville, Aurobindo Ashram, Paradise island, Auro beach, Le Café, Promenade, French head quarters, Ganesha Temple & Churches.
IMPORTANT
Avoid wearing precious Jewelry while trekking, as Trikon won’t be responsible for any losses for the same.
Please know it is a backpacking trip, hence wear your casual or sports shoes. You might have to travel with local transport at times, so please avoid luggage bags and trolleys.
ID Card
Camera (Optional)
Enerzyl Powder or Glucon D powder
Extra Pair of Clothes
Napkin
Towel
Toiletries
Cap, sunglasses, scarf
Haversack or Backpack
Shawl or Bedsheet
Sunscreen
Floaters and Shoes
Please carry medicines if you need any
Hand Sanitizer
