Pondicherry- Long Weekend

6:00 AM – Arrival in Pondicherry

• Arrive in Pondicherry.
• Freshen up.

7:00 AM – Breakfast

• Enjoy breakfast.

8:30 AM – Explore the French Quarter

• Visit the French Quarter, known for its colonial architecture, colorful houses, and quaint streets.

10:00 AM – Check-in

• Check-in to stay.

11:00 AM – Aurobindo Ashram

• Visit the Aurobindo Ashram, a spiritual community founded by Sri Aurobindo and Mirra Alfassa (The Mother).

12:30 PM – Lunch

• Have lunch at a local café or restaurant in the French Quarter.

2:00 PM – Promenade Beach

• Stroll along Promenade Beach, enjoy the sea breeze, and see landmarks like the Mahatma Gandhi Statue and the Old Lighthouse.

3:30 PM – Pondicherry Museum

• Visit the Pondicherry Museum to learn about the region’s history, art, and culture.

5:00 PM – Evening Leisure

• Explore the local markets or relax at a beachside café.

7:00 PM – Return to Accommodation Dinner

• Return to your accommodation.

8:00 PM – Dinner

• Enjoy dinner at a local restaurant and rest for the night.

7:00 AM – Breakfast

• Have breakfast at your accommodation.

8:00 AM – Head to Pichavaram Mangrove Forest

• Travel to Pichavaram Mangrove Forest (approx. 1.5 hours from Pondicherry).

9:30 AM – Explore Pichavaram Mangrove Forest

• Enjoy a boat ride through the Pichavaram Mangrove Forest, one of the largest mangrove forests in India.
• Observe the unique flora and fauna, and enjoy the serene environment.

12:00 PM – Lunch

• Have lunch at a local restaurant near Pichavaram.

1:30 PM – Head to Auroville

• Travel to Auroville, an experimental township and spiritual community (approx. 1 hour from Pichavaram).

2:30 PM – Auroville Visitor’s Center and Matrimandir

• Visit the Auroville Visitor’s Center to learn about the community and its vision.
• Take a guided tour to see the Matrimandir, a golden spherical structure at the heart of Auroville.

5:00 PM – Serenity Beach

• Head to Serenity Beach for some relaxation and water activities.

7:30 PM – Return to Pondicherry

• Return to your accommodation in Pondicherry

8:30 PM – Dinner

Have dinner at a beachside restaurant and rest for the night.

7:00 AM – Breakfast

• Have breakfast at your accommodation.

8:00 AM – Visit Temples and Churches

• Visit the Manakula Vinayagar Temple, dedicated to Lord Ganesha.
• Explore the Immaculate Conception Cathedral, one of the oldest churches in Pondicherry.

10:00 AM – Chunnambar Boat House

• Travel to Chunnambar Boat House and take a boat ride to Paradise Beach.
• Enjoy some time at the beach, known for its clean sand and tranquil waters.

1:00 PM – Lunch

• Have lunch at a local restaurant near Paradise Beach.

3:00 PM – Back to Pondicherry

• Return to Pondicherry and do some last-minute shopping or sightseeing.

5:00 PM – Relax and Pack Up

• Return to your accommodation, relax, and pack up your belongings.

6:00 PM – Evening Snacks

• Have some evening snacks at a local café.(Self Sponsored)

7:00 PM – Departure for Bangalore

• Return journey to Bangalore.

Day 4: Arrival in Bangalore

5:00 AM – Arrival in Bangalore

• Arrive back in Bangalore early in the morning and end your trip.