Immerse yourself in the French influence of Pondicherry and explore the unique township of Auroville on this six-hour cultural day tour. Discover the French quarter, visit the iconic Mahatma Gandhi statue, and experience the tranquility of Matrimandir and Sri Aurobindo Ashram.
Immerse yourself in the French influence of Pondicherry and explore the unique township of Auroville on this six-hour cultural day tour. Discover the French quarter, visit the iconic Mahatma Gandhi statue, and experience the tranquility of Matrimandir and Sri Aurobindo Ashram.
- Bharati Government Park - Guests will be picked up from their hotel in the morning, and the guide will lead a city tour. As the tour progresses, the French influence is evident in the Mediterranean-style house facades, local bakeries, and the roads and avenues. While French is still spoken by locals, English is widely understood. Pondicherry is…
- Bharati Government Park - Guests will be picked up from their hotel in the morning, and the guide will lead a city tour. As the tour progresses, the French influence is evident in the Mediterranean-style house facades, local bakeries, and the roads and avenues. While French is still spoken by locals, English is widely understood. Pondicherry is often called the ‘French Riviera of the East’.
Explore the old French quarter and observe the contrast with the city’s newer areas. Enjoy the views of the long, rugged shoreline from the beach promenade. Visit Bharati Park, the city’s green heart. Other key attractions include the Government Park, the Botanical Gardens, and the Basilica of the Sacred Heart of Jesus. Additionally, visit Gandhi Mandappam, home to the country’s tallest statue of Mahatma Gandhi.
- Auroville - Next, travel to Auroville, meaning the ‘City of Dawn’. This township is home to people from over 50 nations, and its architecture reflects this diversity. Visit Matrimandir, a golden flower-shaped meditation center, and spend some time in quiet reflection. Auroville is more than a destination; it is a lifestyle. Gain insight into this community’s way of life at the Sri Aurobindo Ashram.
After the tour, enjoy lunch at a local restaurant (at your own expense). Following lunch, guests will be driven back to their hotel.
- Transport by private air-conditioned vehicle
- Local English speaking guide
- Hotel pick-up and drop-off
- 02 bottles of mineral water per person
- Transport by private air-conditioned vehicle
- Local English speaking guide
- Hotel pick-up and drop-off
- 02 bottles of mineral water per person
- Additional food or drink unless specified
- Items of a personal nature
- Gratuities
- Additional food or drink unless specified
- Items of a personal nature
- Gratuities
Embark on a six-hour journey to discover the significant cultural landmarks of the erstwhile French colony, Pondicherry, and the distinctive community of Auroville. Known as Puducherry today, it served as a French possession until 1954, with French influences still visible in its urban fabric. Auroville, conceived in 1968, serves as an experimental…
Embark on a six-hour journey to discover the significant cultural landmarks of the erstwhile French colony, Pondicherry, and the distinctive community of Auroville. Known as Puducherry today, it served as a French possession until 1954, with French influences still visible in its urban fabric. Auroville, conceived in 1968, serves as an experimental living space for individuals of various nationalities today.
Key attractions:
• French quarter
• Mahatma Gandhi Statue
• Bharati Park
• Matrimandir in Auroville
• Sri Aurobindo Ashram
- Consider wearing comfortable clothes and walking shoes
- Sunglasses, sunscreens and hats are highly recommended
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
