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Chennai to Pondicherry via Kanchipuram and Mahabalipuram
Chennai to Pondicherry via Kanchipuram and Mahabalipuram
Chennai to Pondicherry via Kanchipuram and Mahabalipuram
Chennai to Pondicherry via Kanchipuram and Mahabalipuram
Chennai to Pondicherry via Kanchipuram and Mahabalipuram

Chennai to Pondicherry via Kanchipuram and Mahabalipuram

By Agora Voyages OPC Pvt. Ltd.
Free cancellation available
Price is CA $883 per adult* *Get a lower price by selecting multiple adult tickets
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Overview

Embark on a captivating journey from Chennai to Pondicherry via Kanchipuram and Mahabalipuram. Explore Kanchipuram's rich cultural heritage with its numerous temples, including the renowned Kailasanathar and Varadharaja Perumal Temples. Continue to Mahabalipuram to witness the marvels of Dravidian architecture, such as the Five Rathas, Shore Temple, and Arjuna's Penance. Conclude your day in the serene surroundings of Pondicherry, where you can relax on the beach. On the second day, immerse yourself in spiritual exploration at Sri Aurobindo Ashram and Auroville, and discover Pondicherry's colonial charm before returning to Chennai.

Activity location

  • Chennai (Madras)
    • Chennai (Madras), India, India

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Chennai (Madras)
    • Chennai (Madras), India, India

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Price using 3 star hotels in English
  • Activity duration is 2 days2d2d
  • Opening hours: Wed 7:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m.
  • English

Stay in 3 star hotels: + Private Car with Driver + Private Guides + Entrance & activities charges mentioned in the itinerary.
Pickup included

Language options: English
Price details
CA $882.81 x 1 AdultCA $882.81
Total
Price is CA $882.81
Price using 4 star hotels in English
  • Activity duration is 2 days2d2d
  • Opening hours: Wed 7:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m.
  • English

Stay in 4 star hotels: + Private Car with Driver + Private Guides + Entrance & activities charges mentioned in the itinerary.
Pickup included

Language options: English
Price details
CA $988.42 x 1 AdultCA $988.42
Total
Price is CA $988.42
Price using 5 star hotels in English
  • Activity duration is 2 days2d2d
  • Opening hours: Wed 7:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m.
  • English

Stay in 5 star hotels: + Private Car with Driver + Private Guides + Entrance & activities charges mentioned in the itinerary.
Pickup included

Language options: English
Price details
CA $1,364.83 x 1 AdultCA $1,364.83
Total
Price is CA $1,364.83

What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's includedPrivate AC car/van for airport transfers, sightseeing, and excursions as per the programme.
  • What's includedWhat's includedGovernment taxes.
  • What's includedWhat's includedBottled drinking water in the car.
  • What's includedWhat's included1 Nights' accommodation (if option selected) in selected price category hotels.
  • What's includedWhat's includedBreakfast
  • What's includedWhat's includedMonument entrances and activity charges mentioned in the itinerary.
  • What's includedWhat's includedEnglish speaking tour guide on sightseeing days (local guide in each city), as per the programme
  • What's includedWhat's includedAssistance on arrival at the airport.
  • What's excludedWhat's excludedAny flight ticket.
  • What's excludedWhat's excludedCamera charges at monuments if any.
  • What's excludedWhat's excludedMeals other than mentioned in inclusions.
  • What's excludedWhat's excludedExpenses of personal nature like liquor, laundry, tips, telephone, fax, internet, etc.
  • What's excludedWhat's excludedService charge and optional activities.
  • What's excludedWhat's excludedAnything not mentioned in the inclusions.

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  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transport options are available nearby
  • Specialised infant seats are available
  • Transport options are wheelchair accessible
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Activity itinerary

Day 1: Chennai - Kanchipuram - Mahabalipuram - Pondicherry (235kms)
  • 4 stops
  • Meals: Not included
  • Accommodation: Overnight at hotel.
Chennai (Madras)
  • 2h
Pick up from your hotel or Chennai airport and drive to Pondicherry via visiting Kanchipuram and Mahabalipuram.
Kanchipuram
  • 2h
Kanchipuram is known for being a culture and philosophical hub, a golden city of thousands of temples, and Kanchipuram sarees. The city is home to the famous Kanchi Kamakshi Temple, which is the highly revered abode of Kamakshi (Goddess Parvathi) - consort of Lord Shiva. The Kailasanathar Temple is known for its magnificent architecture. The highest, largest and most impressive temple in the town, spanning 40 acres and dating back to the Pallava period is the Ekambeshwarar Temple. Varadharaja Perumal Temple one of the 108 Divya Desams dedicated to Lord Vishnu. It is one of the 108 Divya Desams dedicated to Lord Vishnu and is of immense religious importance. The Devarajaswami Temple was constructed by the Vijayanagar kings.
Mahabalipuram
  • 3h
Further drive to Mahabalipuram and visit Monolithic Temples Five Rathas an excellent example of the evolution of Dravidian style architecture. Krishnas Butterball a gigantic granite boulder resting on a short incline. 7th century Cave Temples cut and decorated with panels in the Mamalla style. Shore Temple built with blocks of granite in 7th century during the rule of King Narsimha-Varman II Rajasimha the temple complex consisting of two Siva temples and a carving of Anantasayana Vishnu. The Arjuna`s Penance an enormous rock-cut relief, one of the largest in the whole world.
Pondicherry
  • 2h
After sightseeing continue drive to Pondicherry check in at hotel. Evening to relax on the beach.
Day 2: Pondicherry - Chennai (160kms/ 2hrs approx)
  • 3 stops
  • Meals: breakfast
  • Accommodation: Not included
Sri Aurobindo Ashram
  • 2h
  • Admission ticket included
Visit Aurovil an experimental community founded in 1968 by the spiritual leader Mirra Alfassa as a town where people from all over the world could live in harmony. Its focal point is the Matrimandir, a futuristic, spherical temple covered in gold discs.
Pondicherry
  • 2h
Visit Pondicherry Museum it houses a fantastic collection of bronze sculptures of god and goddess, a wide gathering of temple lamps, handicrafts and art. Drive pass or walk through stunning French Quarters, charming mustard streets, colonial villas and vibrant Tamil settlements. Besides a very picturesque view of the lovely alleys and narrow lanes, you can also marvel at the gorgeous architecture of the French colonial settlements which include French consulate, Raj Nivas, Government Square, Churches & French schools.
Chennai (Madras)
  • 30m
After sightseeing drive to Chennai and drop off to your hotel or airport.

Location

Activity location

  • LOB_ACTIVITIESLOB_ACTIVITIESChennai (Madras)
    • Chennai (Madras), India, India

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • PEOPLEPEOPLEChennai (Madras)
    • Chennai (Madras), India, India

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