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What to do and see in Pondicherry, Union Territory of Pondicherry: The Best Day Trips from
Pondicherry’s bougainvilleas, crumbling cathedrals and leafy boulevards might occasionally make you wonder if you’re in the south of France instead of a former French colony. But it's also unmistakably Indian, with colorful festivals, the famous monument of Aayi Mandapam, and the Sri Aurobindo Ashram. Quiet beaches stretch north and south from town, good for swimming and sunrise strolls.
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1. Trip to Visit Gangaikonda Cholapuram and Airavatesvara Temple from Pondicherry
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 3 reviews
Airavatesvara Temple is a UNESCO world heritage site along with other Chola temples built between 10th to 12th century AD. Its unlike the Brihadeshwara and Gangaikonda Cholapuram temples is a smaller in size and wonderful work of art and architecture. It has lot of exquisite carving and was built associating the concept of Nitya Vinoda which means perpetual entertainment The city of Gangaikondacholapuram was probably founded by Rajendra chola before his 17th year. Most of the Chola kings who succeeded Rajendra were crowned here. The Vimana with its recessed corners and upward movement presents a striking contrast to the straight-sided pyramidal tower of Thanjavur but with octagon shape of Dravidian architecture. As it rises to a height of 182 feet (55 m) and is shorter than the Thanjavur tower with larger plinth, it is often described as the feminine counterpart of the Thanjavur temple.
Inclusions: Hotel pickup and drop-off, Air-conditioned vehicle, Private transportation, Parking Fees, Fuel surcharge, Gratuities, Bottled water, Driver
Exclusions: Food and drinks
Reviewed By Guide24965328299
Went to the Cathedral and joined Tamil congregation for Holy Sacrifice of the Mass. Service was cast to screens as church full. Flashing bright lights at side altars. It was build for the French inhabitants in the past. Toilets outside were poor. They closed early and were in complete darkness. Also went to Our Lady of Angels, a lovely church, bright and welcoming, and has a image of St Teresa of Calcutta outside. Also visited the Temple for a short visit as it was closing its doors for the afternoon.
2. Trip to Visit Auroville and Pondicherry from Chennai
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 1 reviews
Enhance your experience of Pondicherry on an enriching full-day excursion from Chennai, The city is a pleasant, calm & relaxed seaside town with a unique Franco-Tamil culture. See the city’s grand architecture, and enjoy its delicious food items, gentle sea breeze and peace of life. Also visit to Arouville an experimental township in South India under the wing of the UNESCO.
Inclusions: Hotel pickup and drop-off, Air-conditioned vehicle, Private transportation, Fuel surcharge, Gratuities, Parking Fees, Bottled water
Exclusions: Food and drinks, Entrance Fees (wherever it's necessary)
Reviewed By kumarkyal
overall nices experinces and good places i seen many shopping areas nices . food court aslo very nices
3. Guided City Tour in Pondicherry with complimentary refreshments
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5.0 based on 6 reviews
Experience the Beauty of Pondicherry explored in a Day City Tour with some interesting explanations by the Organizer about the Sites. Suggesting good dine & wines in the city, have a leisure shopping on the roadside handicrafts shops, clothing and eatables. Enjoy the sizzling Water rides on the backwater of Pondicherry and spend sometime in the Clean Beach Dunes of "Paradise Island"
Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, Mineral Water Bottles, Tea or Coffee or Juice
Exclusions: Lunch, Entrance Fee if applicable, Boat/Ride Activities Tickets, Entry into Matrimandir (Subject to Prior day Pre-Booking and Must Have Valid Entry Pass)
4. Pondicherry day trip from Chennai by Wonder tours
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 2 reviews
Take a trip to Pondicherry, a charming, laid-back seaside town with a unique Franco-Tamil culture. See the city’s lovely architecture, and enjoy its delicious food, gentle sea breeze and laidback pace of life.
Inclusions: Lunch, Private car, Hotel pick up and drop off, Entry/Admission - Sri Aurobindo Ashram, Entry/Admission - Sri Aurobindo Handmade Paper, Entry/Admission - Statue Of Gandhi, Entry/Admission - Auroville, Entry/Admission - French heritage walk, Guide
Exclusions: Breakfast, Beverages
Reviewed By thegoguy
I had a blast touring the bustling Sowcarpet Market in Chennai with Rajesh. I'm a vlogger so Rajesh had to take extra time to allow me to properly film the shots that I wanted to capture, which he did. He also explained the important facts of the market and the food so that I could get myself situated in this maze of history and food. All in all, an awesome experience. I highly recommend you book this tour!
5. Day trip to Pondicherry from Chennai
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4.8 based on 23 reviews
This is a day trip from Chennai organized in a private car. The highlights include a visit to Aurobindo Ashram, which is dedicated to Sri Aurobindo Ghosh the philosopher and revolutionary, French heritage walk followed by French lunch, the lovely esplanade beside the Bay of Bengal, visit to a unique handmade paper factory and Auroville the global village. This is an all-inclusive trip where we take care of transport, breakfast & lunch, activities and the services of a full-time tour guide.
Inclusions: Cultural evangelist as host and guide, Lunch, Private car, Hotel pickup and drop-off
Exclusions: Breakfast, Beverages
Reviewed By josephcM7725ZQ
After a fantastic tour of mahabalipuram I engaged Five Senses Tours for a day trip to Kanchipuram. This time also they didn't disappoint. It was a lovely tour of one of most beautiful temples I have ever seen. The sculptures at shiva temple in kailashnath were outstanding. Despite being more than a 1000 years old, the finesse was still visible. The rituals inside Ekambareswar temple were mesmerising. Our friendly guide satish went out of his way to get us involved and engaged. A priest explained a few of the rituals and it was incredible to hear the scientific and logical reasoning behind the practices. I would highly recommend this tour of Kanchipuram with Five Senses Tours.
6. Private Tour of Pondicherry and Auroville
Overall Ratings
4.7 based on 3 reviews
Pondicherry famous for its brightly painted houses with bougainvillaea laden walls, large boulevards, streets and road signs boasting, French names, gothic churches and colonial buildings, serene backwaters and pristine beaches, topped with authentic French cuisine and Auroville - the "City of Dawn", is an experiential spiritual community set up with the objective of human unity. This city known as "French Riviera of the East", Pondicherry has a lot to offer.
Inclusions: Hotel pickup and drop-off, Air-conditioned vehicle, Private transportation, Fuel surcharge, Parking Fees, Gratuities, Bottled water
Exclusions: Food and drinks, Entrance Fees (wherever it's necessary)
Reviewed By Guide24965328299
Went to the Cathedral and joined Tamil congregation for Holy Sacrifice of the Mass. Service was cast to screens as church full. Flashing bright lights at side altars. It was build for the French inhabitants in the past. Toilets outside were poor. They closed early and were in complete darkness. Also went to Our Lady of Angels, a lovely church, bright and welcoming, and has a image of St Teresa of Calcutta outside. Also visited the Temple for a short visit as it was closing its doors for the afternoon.
7. Trip to Visit Pichavaram Mangrove Forest and Chidambaram Nataraja Temple
Pichavaram the second largest Mangrove forest in the world, is one of the unique Eco-tourism spots in South India. It consists of a number of islands interspersing a vast expanse of water covered with green trees. The area is about 2800 acres and is separated from the sea by a sand bar which is a patch of extraordinary loveliness. Chidambaram is a marvellous cultural, traditional & pilgrimage centre that greets one with its beautiful temple dedicated to Lord Nataraja. It is one of the renowned ‘Pancha Bootham stalas’ for Lord Shiva where he is represented as each of the five elements. In Chidambaram, he is represented as space.
Inclusions: Hotel pickup and drop-off, Air-conditioned vehicle, Private transportation, Fuel surcharge, Parking Fees, Driver, Gratuities, Bottled water
Exclusions: Food and drinks, Entrance Fees (wherever it's necessary)
Reviewed By Guide24965328299
Went to the Cathedral and joined Tamil congregation for Holy Sacrifice of the Mass. Service was cast to screens as church full. Flashing bright lights at side altars. It was build for the French inhabitants in the past. Toilets outside were poor. They closed early and were in complete darkness. Also went to Our Lady of Angels, a lovely church, bright and welcoming, and has a image of St Teresa of Calcutta outside. Also visited the Temple for a short visit as it was closing its doors for the afternoon.
8. Trip to Visit Gingee Fort from Pondicherry
One of the finest forts in India, it has three different hilltop citadels and a massive boundary of thick walls and cliffs. Owing to its enormous structure the fort is fortified to the extent that Shivaji, the Maratha king, named it as the "most impregnable fortress in India." The British called it the “Troy of the East”.
Inclusions: Hotel pickup and drop-off, Round-trip private transfer, Transport by private vehicle, Fuel surcharge, Driver, Gratuities, Parking Fees, Toll Charges, Bottled water
Exclusions: Food and drinks, Tour Guide, Entrance Fees
Reviewed By Guide24965328299
Went to the Cathedral and joined Tamil congregation for Holy Sacrifice of the Mass. Service was cast to screens as church full. Flashing bright lights at side altars. It was build for the French inhabitants in the past. Toilets outside were poor. They closed early and were in complete darkness. Also went to Our Lady of Angels, a lovely church, bright and welcoming, and has a image of St Teresa of Calcutta outside. Also visited the Temple for a short visit as it was closing its doors for the afternoon.
9. Historic Temples Tour in Pondicherry
Puducherry has some of the best temples of India and is the perfect territory to awaken your religious aspirations and beliefs. Not only because of the historical and famous temple in Pondicherry but also because of the tranquil atmosphere the place imbibes.
Inclusions: Hotel pickup and drop-off, Round-trip private transfer, Transport by private vehicle, Fuel surcharge, Gratuities, Parking Fees, Bottled water
Exclusions: Food and drinks, Special Darshan Fees (wherever it's necessary)
Reviewed By Guide24965328299
Went to the Cathedral and joined Tamil congregation for Holy Sacrifice of the Mass. Service was cast to screens as church full. Flashing bright lights at side altars. It was build for the French inhabitants in the past. Toilets outside were poor. They closed early and were in complete darkness. Also went to Our Lady of Angels, a lovely church, bright and welcoming, and has a image of St Teresa of Calcutta outside. Also visited the Temple for a short visit as it was closing its doors for the afternoon.
10. Cultural Day Tour of Pondicherry and Auroville
On this six-hour tour explore the major sights of the former French colony of Pondicherry and visit the unique township of Auroville. Pondicherry, or Puducherry as it is now called, remained under French rule until 1954. Even today, French influence is visible everywhere. Auroville is an experimental township that was founded in 1968 and is today home to people of several nationalities. Highlights: • French quarter • Statue of Mahatma Gandhi • Bharati Park • Matrimandir - Auroville • Sri Aurobindo Ashram
Inclusions: Transport by private air-conditioned vehicle, Hotel pick-up and drop-off, Local English speaking guide, 02 bottles of mineral water per person
Exclusions: Additional food or drink unless specified, Items of a personal nature, Gratuities
Reviewed By rudra254
This is an amazing place to have all types of South Indian cuisines. The staff is really helpful and courteous and provide very good guidance in selecting the dishes.
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