Pondicherry French Quarter Sojourn
Chennai - Pondicherry - Auroville - Mahabalipuram
Tour Overview
Discover a unique slice of Europe in India. Admire the colonial architectures of Pondicherry, stroll Promenade beach, visit Aurobindo Ashram, see Auroville's Matrimandir sphere, and tour Mahabalipuram stone rock structures.
Chennai Arrival & Drive to Pondicherry
Pick up at Chennai. Scenic drive along East Coast Road. Check in at Pondicherry French-styled hotel. Evening walk down Promenade beach.
French White Town Walk & Aurobindo Ashram
Take a walking tour of White Town's yellow houses and bougainvillea gates. Visit Sri Aurobindo Ashram and Pondicherry Museum.
Auroville Matrimandir & Paradise Beach
Visit the international township of Auroville. Stroll to the Matrimandir viewing point. Spend afternoon enjoying water sports at Paradise Beach.
Mahabalipuram Stone temples to Chennai
Check out and drive to Mahabalipuram to see Shore Temple and Pancha Rathas carvings. Proceed to Chennai airport/station.
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Tour Spectacular Highlights
- 1 Explore French colonial lanes and cafes of White Town
- 2 Ferry to Paradise Beach for white sands and backwater channels
- 3 See the giant golden dome of Matrimandir in Auroville
- 4 Inspect the ancient rock-cut temples of Mahabalipuram