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Shore Temples with Pondicherry

4 days
Start and end in Chennai (Madras)
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In-depth Cultural
Immerse yourself in rich history and local traditions
Partially Guided
Independent travel, featuring selected guided excursions
Guided in English
Group Size 2 - 100
Ages 12+
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Itinerary

  1. Day 1

    Chennai

    Start your day with a guided tour through Chennai's historical heart. You'll walk through Fort St. George, then head to St. Mary's Church and Santhome Cathedral Basilica. Your guide will fill you in on the city's British colonial past and the history of the apostle St. Thomas. After you've covered the main sites, grab lunch at a local restaurant before settling into your hotel for the night.

    Start point
    Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India (Hotels in Chennai)
    Meals
    Lunch (Hot lunch at local restaurant)

    Included Activities

    • Guided tour of Fort St. George
    • Visit St. Mary's Church
    • Visit Santhome Cathedral Basilica
    • Lunch at local restaurant
    Landmarks
    Fort St. George
    St. Mary's Church
    Santhome Cathedral Basilica
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  2. Day 2

    Chennai to Mahabalipuram

    Morning takes you to Kanchipuram where you'll see the temples and check out the silk production that the town's known for. The drive to Mahabalipuram comes next, and after you check in, spend the afternoon exploring Shore Temple and Arjuna's Penance. Both are significant examples of Indian architecture carved into rock, and you'll get a real sense of the craftsmanship once you're there in person.

    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Visit Kanchipuram temples
    • Sightseeing of Mahabalipuram
    • View Shore Temple
    • View Arjuna's Penance
    Landmarks
    Shore Temple
    Arjuna's Penance
  3. Day 3

    Mahabalipuram to Pondicherry

    You'll travel to Pondicherry and check into your accommodation. The afternoon focuses on the spiritual side of things. Visit Sri Aurobindo Ashram, which draws people interested in yoga and philosophy, then head to Auroville, known as the 'City of Dawn' and designed as an international community. Walk around the heritage colonial buildings scattered throughout the city as well.

    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Visit Sri Aurobindo Ashram
    • Visit Auroville
    • Sightseeing of Pondicherry heritage buildings
    Landmarks
    Sri Aurobindo Ashram
    Auroville
  4. Day 4

    Pondicherry to Chennai

    Transfer to Chennai airport for your international flight. Your trip ends here as you head onward to your next destination.

    End point
    Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India (Chennai Airport)
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