Private Tour
Mahabalipuram & Pondicherry one day trip from Chennai with Lunch
Overview
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12 hours
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For a well-organized 12-hour day trip from Chennai, begin at 7:00 AM with a drive to Pondicherry, which takes approximately 3 hours. Start your visit at the serene Aurobindo Ashram, then explore the historic French Quarter and the Manakula Vinayagar Temple. Following this, take a relaxing stroll along Promenade Beach. Next, proceed to Auroville to experience its innovative architecture and the Matrimandir. After enjoying lunch, drive to Mahabalipuram and tour the Shore Temple, Pancha Rathas, Arjuna's Penance, and Krishna’s Butterball. Return to Chennai by 7:00 PM to conclude a memorable and enriching day.
Additional Info
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
Private transportation
Headsets to hear the guide clearly
Lunch
Entry/Admission - Monuments
Personal expenses
Gratuities
Beverages
Meeting and Pickup
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What To Expect
Sri Aurobindo Ashram
Shri Aurobindo, a great seer, poet and prophet of the twentieth century, made Pondicherry his home from 1910 till his death in 1950. His vision and ideals continue to draw people from all over the world.
Arulmigu Manakula Vinayagar Temple
The Manakula Vinayagar Temple, in Puducherry, is a grand and beautiful temple, dedicated to the Hindu lord Ganesha. Puducherry might be a place full of churches but Manakula Vinayagar Temple is highly coveted among Hindu devotees and tourists, traveling from all parts of the country. Being more than 500 years old, it has an illustrious history and is one of the oldest temples in the region.
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Mahabalipuram & Pondicherry one day trip from Chennai with Lunch
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Reviews
15 reviews
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It is a long journey to...
Paula G,
Jun 28, 2025
- Viator
5.00It is a long journey to Pondichury from Chennai, the worth the trip! This former French outpost has unique charm of blending east and west. Visiting Mahabalipuram was thrilling experience where the monuments of prior dynasties give you a sense of the remarkable history of this region. The coastline is beautiful and the sites along the way very interesting.
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