Pondicherry
French Quarter charm, Auroville's spiritual experiment, pristine beaches, and the best croissants east of Paris.
Overview
About this package
Three days down the East Coast Road from Chennai. Mahabalipuram''s rock-cut shore temples in the morning, Pondicherry''s French colonial lanes and promenade by evening, with a stop at Auroville before the drive back.
UNESCO Shore TemplePancha RathasFrench Quarter White TownAuroville MatrimandirECR Coastal Drive
Who it suits
Who this trip is built for
Culture & heritageHistory loversGuided touring
Good to know
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Practical details for the destinations on this trip, straight from our destination guides.
Itinerary
Day by day
Every trip is adjusted around your dates, pace, hotel style, and traveler profile.
1
Day 1
Chennai to Mahabalipuram
Drive down ECR, visit the Shore Temple, Pancha Rathas and Arjuna''s Penance. Continue to Pondicherry by evening.
2
Day 2
Pondicherry White Town
French Quarter walking tour, Promenade beach, Auroville and Matrimandir viewpoint in the afternoon.
3
Day 3
Departure
Café breakfast in White Town, drive back to Chennai.
Gallery
Pondicherry-Mahabalipuram Coastal Weekend, in frame
What's covered
Inclusions & exclusions
Included
- 2 nights boutique stay (Pondicherry)
- Daily breakfast
- Mahabalipuram monument entries
- White Town guided walk
- Auroville viewpoint visit
- AC vehicle throughout
Not Included
- Airfare or train fare to base city
- Personal expenses & shopping
- Travel insurance
- Anything not mentioned in inclusions
- Camera/entry fees at monuments
Best Time to Travel
Nov-Feb
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FAQs
Frequently asked questions
How long is the Pondicherry-Mahabalipuram Coastal Weekend trip?
3 days, 2 nights.
When is the best time to go on the Pondicherry-Mahabalipuram Coastal Weekend trip?
Nov-Feb
What's included in the Pondicherry-Mahabalipuram Coastal Weekend package?
2 nights boutique stay (Pondicherry); Daily breakfast; Mahabalipuram monument entries; White Town guided walk; Auroville viewpoint visit; AC vehicle throughout
What's not included in the Pondicherry-Mahabalipuram Coastal Weekend package?
Airfare or train fare to base city; Personal expenses & shopping; Travel insurance; Anything not mentioned in inclusions; Camera/entry fees at monuments
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