Day 1 Arrival in Chennai

At (Your Arrival Time): Welcome to Chennai! Upon arrival at the Chennai airport/railway station, you will be warmly greeted by our representative, who will ensure your transfer to your hotel. Complete the check-in procedure and enjoy the rest of the evening off. You can spend it either relaxing, going out and trying local cuisines, or even shopping! Later, head back to your hotel and enjoy your overnight stay in Chennai.

Meal: Not Included.

Day 2 Drive To Pondicherry, Enroute Mahabalipuram Sightseeing.

At 07:00 AM: Good morning! Ready to start the day? After a fulfilling breakfast at the hotel, check out from the hotel and get ready for your drive to Pondicherry from Chennai, which takes approximately 4 to 5 hours. Pondicherry, a flourishing coastal town, is situated in the heart of Tamil Nadu and is popular for its spiritual centers, world-class beaches, and old-style museums! En route, visit the beautiful Mahabalipuram (also known as Mamallapuram), which takes approximately 1 to 2 hours to reach from Chennai. This is a busy port town that is famous for being a UNESCO World Heritage site. There are over 40 monuments and Hindu temples located in the town.
In Mahabalipuram, explore the Mahishasurmardini Cave, Tiger Cave, Krishna Mandapam, Five Rathas, and the Shore Temple. The above destinations carry a lot of cultural and religious significance in Tamil Nadu, attracting many pilgrims from all around the world. You will be visiting destinations that reflect Tamil Nadu’s rich history and cultural heritage, along with getting to observe the various architectural styles and craftsmanship of these historical sites in this beautiful town.
After exploring these fantastic places, continue your drive to Pondicherry, which takes approximately 2-3 hours to reach. After arrival, please check in to your hotel and enjoy your overnight stay in Pondicherry.

Meal: Breakfast Included.

Day 3 Pondicherry Sightseeing.

At 07:00 AM: After a delicious, hearty breakfast at the hotel, you will set out to explore some of the beautiful destinations in Pondicherry! You will be driven around the Pondicherry region to cover major tourist hotspots such as Shri Aurobindo Ashram, Manakula Vinayagar Temple (also known as Arulmigu Manakula Vinayagar Devasthan), Seaside Promenade, French War Memorial, and The Sacred Heart of Basilica (also known as Church of the Sacred Heart of Jesus). These destinations are a few of the popular and historic locations of Pondicherry that will surely take you on an educational and enriching journey, where you will be able to delve into the city’s rich history and cultural heritage.
After covering all these sights, head back to your hotel for some rest, and in the afternoon you will be covering the Auroville commune. This Auroville commune/town has remained a popular destination in Pondicherry, where the town’s beauty will surely encapsulate you! Here, you can take a tour of the town, which offers many stunning cafes, restaurants, and shopping areas. After visiting this fantastic location, return back to the hotel and enjoy your overnight stay in Pondicherry.

Meal: Breakfast Included.

Day 4 Drive To Chennai, Enroute Kanchipuram Sightseeing.

At 07:00 AM: After having a delicious breakfast at the hotel, check out from the hotel and drive to Chennai, which takes approximately 4-5 hours via Kanchipuram. On the way you will be exploring some of the most popular temples in Kanchipuram, which is also considered one of the holiest cities in India. You will be visiting Kailashnath Temple (also known as Kailasanathar), Kamakshi Amman Temple, Vaikunta Perumal Temple, Varadharaja Perumal Temple (also known as Arulmigu Sri Varadharaja Perumal Temple) and Chitragupta Temple. Upon visiting these religious temples, you can listen to the pleasant sounds of temple bells, Hindu priests reciting holy mantras, devotees praying, and conducting pooja rituals. This will surely help to provide serene and peaceful energy to your day and help you foster spiritual growth.
After visiting all these historical temples, continue the drive to Chennai from Kanchipuram, which takes approximately 2-3 hours to reach. When you reach the hotel, complete the check-in procedure and enjoy your overnight stay in Chennai.

Note: As the Chitragupta temple closes from 12:00 P.M. to 4:00 P.M., you can utilize this time for taking a lunch break and going shopping for Kanchi silk sarees in Kanchipuram’s saree shops.

Meal: Breakfast Included.

Day 5 Chennai Sightseeing.

At 07:00 AM: After having a fulfilling breakfast, you will go sightseeing in Chennai, where you will get to experience the beauty of this heavenly city. The first stop of your sightseeing will be the famous Marina Beach, which is an absolute must-visit destination in Chennai! While at this beautiful beach, you can take a walk around, take stunning photos and videos, and even go shopping at the small souvenir shops by the beach. After visiting the beautiful beach, you will head towards one of the oldest temples and the pride of Chennai, the Kapaleeshwarar Temple, dedicated to Lord Shiva. At the entrance, you can see an approximately 37-meter-high tower (gopuram) that has many sculptures of Hindu deities, which is surely a magical sight to witness! The temple also has colorful mandapams (pillared halls for public rituals) and prayer halls that you can explore. Then, you will visit Fort St. George (closed on Friday). Consisting of three floors, the fort will definitely provide you with an insight into Chennai’s history, as you can see many historical items of the past. Here you can see the displays of military uniforms, weapons, and collections of coins and cutlery from the colonial period in India.
After that, you will be taken to the stunning St. Mary’s Church, Santhome Cathedral Basilica, National Art Gallery (closed on Friday), Arignar Anna Zoological Park (closed on Tuesday), B.M. Birla Planetarium, and People’s Park. These fabulous and must-see destinations in Chennai are specially crafted for you so that you will be able to get a taste of the diverse and popular locations of Chennai. After visiting these wonderful destinations, return back to the hotel and enjoy your overnight stay in Chennai.

Meal: Breakfast Included.

Day 6 Farewell, Departure!

At 07:00 AM: It’s hard to believe that your Tamil Nadu tour is coming to an end! We hope you made loads of wonderful memories along the way! After having breakfast, get ready for your departure to the Chennai airport/railway station as per your travel schedule. Safe travels, and may the memories of this amazing tour always stay with you!

Note: Please take into consideration the traveling time to reach these destinations while traveling, which can change due to traffic congestion and road conditions in Tamil Nadu and Pondicherry. Also, we request you to head to the airport 3 hours before your travel schedule.

Meal: Breakfast Included.