Pour over at Pondicherry | Starts from Pondicherry

About Puducherry

Pondicherry, renamed Puducherry and fondly called as "Pondy" should be your go to destination when want to have a relaxing vacay during a long weekend.

• Hop on cute aesthetic cafes to spend in solitude
• Enjoy the varied beaches
• Visit Mantra Mandir where people from different Nationalities like under one roof called "Humanity"
• Walk around the French white town and explore local art and crafts
• Have a scoop of Gelato and see the sunset so down slowly

Trip Schedule:

Day 1: Arrival in Pondicherry

• Arrive in Pondicherry by morning and check into your hotel and spend sometime relaxing
• Post late afternoon explore the French Quarter, also known as the White Town, with its charming colonial architecture, boutiques, and cafes.
• Visit the Promenade Beach and enjoy a leisurely stroll along the coastline.
• In the evening, experience the vibrant nightlife of Pondicherry by visiting local restaurants and cafes.
• Overnight stay in Pondicherry.

Meals: Breakfast and Lunch

Day 2: Pichavaram Mangrove Forest

• Start early and proceed to Pichavaram (approximately 2 hours by road).
• Reach Pichavaram and embark on a boat ride through the mesmerizing Pichavaram Mangrove Forest, one of the largest mangrove forests in the world.
• Enjoy the serene beauty of the mangrove ecosystem and explore the interconnected canals.
• After the boat ride, have lunch at a local restaurant.
• Return to Pondicherry by early evening
• Visit the Aurobindo Ashram, a spiritual community known for its tranquil ambiance.
• Overnight stay in Pondicherry.

Meals: Breakfast and Lunch

Day 3: Auroville and Beaches

• After breakfast, head to Auroville, an experimental township near Pondicherry (approximately 20 minutes by road).
• Explore the Matrimandir, a beautiful golden spherical structure and a center for meditation.
• Visit the various eco-friendly communities and enjoy the serene surroundings of Auroville.
• Have lunch at one of the cafes within Auroville.
• Return to Pondicherry and spend the evening relaxing on one of the beaches like Paradise Beach or Serenity Beach.
• In the evening, explore the vibrant streets of Pondicherry and try out local cuisine at a restaurant.
• Overnight stay in Pondicherry.

Breakfast and Lunch

Day 4: Your Solitude time and Depart

• After breakfast you are free to explore the town on your own
• By late evening catch a Volvo for Bengaluru bus or by afternoon cab head to Chennai

Guidelines:

• Pre book your commute to Pondicherry
• You can take a direct Volvo Bus till Pondicherry if coming from Bengaluru
• If you are coming from anywhere else book a flight till Chennai and take a taxi to Pondicherry (Approx 3 hours)
• Pondicherry is known for its aesthetic cafes and restaurants we will suggest you explore the cuisine as per your taste preference. Our trip captain will assist you with local recommendation
• Pondicherry has abundant of colorful essence, ensure you capture what captures you.
• To keep our trips as sustainable as possible  - do carry your personal water bottle, a cloth bag and a garbage bag

• Accommodation in three star category hotel/resort
• Single occupancy available at extra charge
• Private transport in Pondicherry
• Experienced Trip Captain from start till end of the trip
• Assistance in booking your transport till Pondicherry
• Meals as mentioned in the plan

• Anything not mentioned in the includes section
• Any expense of personal nature