Chennai- Mahabalipuram- Pondicherry Tour
Chennai, formerly known as Madras, is the capital of the state of Tamil Nadu and is India's fifth largest city. It is located on the Coromandel Coast of the Bay of Bengal. Ancient temples, vibrant arts, natural wonders and a bustling culinary scene make Chennai, the capital of Tamil Nadu, one of the most popular tourist destinations in the southern fringes of the country. Located on the Coromandel Coast, this busy metropolis was formerly called Madras.
Activities
After breakfast proceed for city tour of Chennai, formerly known as Madras, the city of Chennai is nourished by its rich traditions, classical music, architecture, art and dance form an indigenous part of the city's identity.
Visit Fort St Georg, built in the 17th century, this fort houses St. Mary's Church and a museum. St. Mary's Church is the oldest Anglican Church in India. Visit the Kapeeleshwara Temple, dedicated to Lord Shiva. Next visit the San Thome Cathedral, named after St Thomas, the doubting discipline of Jesus Christ located at the southern tip of Marina Beach and it features a beautiful stained-glass window at the basilica, depicting the story of St Thomas. Later drive past Marina Beach, the second longest beach in the world. Evening at leisure. Dinner and night stay at Hotel. Later, visit the Shore Temple, a five-storied structure made of finely cut granite and one of the earliest and most important structural temples. UNESCO has listed it among the world heritage sites. After sightseeing drive to Pondicherry, on arrival check-in at Hotel. Overnight stay at Hotel.
After breakfast check-out from Hotel and drive to Mahabalipuram, en-route visit Kanchipuram, known as thetown of a thousand temples, Kanchipuram is one of the seven sacred cities of India. Visit the Varadharaja Perumal temple, dedicated to Lord Vishnu, Next visit Kamakshi Temple, dedicated to
Kamakshi one of the forms of the goddess Parvati. Later visit Kailasanatha Temple dedicated to Lord Shiva. After sightseeing drive to Mahabalipuram, visit Panch Rathas or Five Ratha temples of the nine monolithic rock cut temples found in Mahabalipuram, visit Arjuna’s Penance, the massive rock cut bas relief sculpture. It measures 27 meters in length and 9 meters in height and depicts the story of Arjuna. Later, visit the Shore Temple a five-storied structure made out of finely cut granite and one of the earliest and most important structural temples. UNESCO has listed it among the world heritage sites. After sightseeing driveto Pondicherry, on arrival check-in at Hotel. Dinner and night stay at Hotel.
After breakfast proceeds for city tour of Pondicherry referred to by names such as 'India's Little France' and 'The French Riviera of the East'. This territory was under French rule for around 280 years. It still
retains its French flavor, seen in the colonial mansions, beautiful boulevards, promenades, and street names on signboards.
Visit the Shri Aurobindo Ashram. This world-renowned ashram was founded in the year 1926, by Shri Aurobindo, a revolutionary turned Yogi from Bengal along with The Mother (Mira Alfassa), a French painter and sculptor. The ashram attracts people from all over the world. Later, visit the Government Museum. This multipurpose museum houses sculptures from Pallava, Chola and Vijaynagara temples. The terracotta figures, amphorae, burial urns, glass beads have been excavated from the surrounding historic environment. Thereafter, drive past the beach promenade. Overnight stay at the Hotel
- 4 Nights hotel accommodation on Twin/ Triple sharing basis in the specified hotels or similar
- Meal plan: Daily buffet breakfast in the Hotels
- Meal plan: Daily buffet breakfast in the Hotels
- All transfers, sightseeing as per Itinerary by air-condition Sedan car (Swift Dzire/ similar) with professional chauffer
- Local English-speaking guide during city tour
- All road tax, toll tax, driver allowance, permits etc
- All applicable taxes
- Any other expenses which are not mentioned under what’s included section
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Date of cancellation Penalty
More than 30 days before arrival No fees
Between 29 and 21 days before the date of arrival 25% of the total value
Between 20 and 08 days before the date of arrival 50% of the total value
Less than 07 days before the date of arrival 100% of the total value
| Tour Name | Chennai- Mahabalipuram- Pondicherry Tour |
|---|---|
| Sales Validity Start | 15 May 2025 |
| Sales Validity End | 31 December 2025 |
| Duration | 5 day(s) |