Chennai Pondicherry Tour – 6 Days 5 Night

After your arrival, our assigned tour representative will transfer you to your assigned hotel, where you will prepare for the next day.

The first stop of your day of local sightseeing in the area will be the famous Kapaleeshwarar Temple, which was built as a monument to Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati. You can have a satisfying trip to the temple as it is situated in one of the busiest districts of Mylapore. The temple, built in the 12th century AD and considered the Kashi of the south, has been very well cared for by the authorities. You should be careful with the so-called guides and scammers who can come to you because you are the center of attention for tourists and followers from all over the world. Visit the temple between 6 and 8 a.m. for a beautiful morning, unlike the general visiting hours of 5:30 to 12:00 and 17:00 to 21:00.

The Gandhi Memorial, which was constructed in Rajiv Gandhi's honor and formerly held some of Mahatma Gandhi's ashes before being partially submerged in water, will be your next stop after receiving a divine blessing here. Rajiv Gandhi was shot dead right here while giving his election speech. Even though the complex is covered in carpet-like green grass and has tall pillars, these areas are not meant for outdoor activities like picnics.

You will be taken to Marina Beach, the longest beach in India, as the day comes to an end. This beach is one of the most popular in India. A walk here will refresh your mind, and you can savor delicious foods from the nearby stalls. The area has excellent transportation options, making it easy to get to Marina Beach, the best place for a picnic with the family and children.

Your day will come to a relaxing end as you travel to your hotel after a successful day.

On this day, you will travel by road to Mamallapuram, stopping along the way to see some of the most popular attractions in Kanchipuram. Start by visiting the Devi Kamakshi Temple, one of Chennai's most revered temples and an all-female shrine. This temple is open from 6 a.m. to 11 p.m. every day, and admission is free. You will be asked to perform the Sahasranama Puja ritual inside the very serene and calm temple.

Your next destination here will be the Varadharaja Perumal Temple, which is one of the 108 Divya Desams, making it a major pilgrimage site for Vaishnavites. Built with typical South Indian Dravidian architecture, the temple offers its visitors a taste of the rich Hindu culture.

Finally, you will proceed to your destination of Mamallapuram, popularly known as Mahabalipuram, after which, upon arrival, you will successfully check in at your hotel, where you will freshen up before embarking on a local sightseeing expedition of the city.

Starting by visiting the famous seaside temple that was built in 700 A.D. and built from huge blocks of granite, this UNESCO World Heritage Site sits on the coast and is a major visitor center for pilgrims from around the world. Be sure to bring a hat, as there are no shades available here.

Your next stop will be the famous Mahabalipuram cave temples, also known as Varaha cave temples. This UNESCO World Heritage Site is carved out of rock and is well-known for its magnificent carvings and intricate sculptures of mythical creatures that are highly revered in the Hindu religion.

At the end of the day, you will be assisted at your hotel.

Your day will begin with a hearty meal, after which you will head to Pondicherry.

On the way, you will stop at Tiruvannamalai for a short sightseeing tour of the area, starting at the Annamalaiyar Temple, dedicated to Lord Shiva at the base of the Annamalai Hills. Covering more than 10 hectares, this temple complex with towering gopurams is one of the largest complexes in India. With six puja rituals taking place every day between 5:30 and 10:00 PM, one gets to experience the pure divinity of the lord.

Your next stop will be the sacred hill of Arunachala (literally, the mountain of knowledge and fire/light), which is considered extremely sacred to the Shaivites due to its lingam shape.

Your next stop will be the Perur Pateeswarar Temple, which is a 7th-century temple dedicated to Lord Shiva that remains open daily. With numerous finely carved gopurams, halls, and pillars, this temple radiates divine energy that can be felt from the moment you enter the temple premises.

You will then finally depart for Pondicherry, where you will check in and spend the night.

Pondicherry is known for its extravagant lifestyle and its obvious European influence. It represents the beautiful fusion of the past western world and the rich Hindu heritage. The day will begin with a visit to the famous Sri Aurobindo Ashram, which is located a short distance from the beach.

The entire ashram is bedecked with flowers and also contains a library inside, which makes it extremely serene and peaceful. Make sure to turn off your mobile phones while visiting here, as it is a quiet place meant for meditation.

Your next stop will be the laid-back Rock Beach, full of life and vitality. Walk on the sidewalk or carefully sit on the rocks on the beach. This beach is known for being extremely serene and greets visitors with a cool breeze.

You will then be directed to your next stop at Arulmigu Manakula Vinayagar Temple. This temple is dedicated to Lord Ganesha and houses hundreds of images of the Lord. The temple remains closed for visitors and afternoon darshan, you will go there at night.

You will then be taken to your hotel, where you will spend the night.

You will be taken back to your airport or train station, thus concluding your trip.

The road distance is 151 kms and its takes about 4 hours to reach.

The quickest way to reach Pondicherry from Chennai is via a cab journey by road.

The Auroville beach is the best beach for swimming in Pondicherry.

Serenity beach, mahe beach, quiet beach, repo beach are few of the best peaceful beaches in Pondicherry.

No. due to associated dangers, swimming in MArina beach is prohibited