Wednesday, March 3, 2010

PONDICHERRY UNEXPLORED

Package Description:
Take a break from the hustle and bustle of modern life and get engrossed in the calmness and serenity of the beaches of Pondicherry. Pondicherry with its new name, Puducherry, is located about 160 Km from Chennai. Pondicherry is the capital of the union territory of Pondicherry and is located in the Coromadel coast of the Bay of Bengal. Pondicherry attractions include a visit to the various beaches, The Ashram, the Arikamedu site, the fairs and festivals, monuments, the churches, temples and mosques. Pondicherry is also considered as the centre for Yoga and Meditation in South India. So come and have a memorable holiday that you would cherish for your life.

ITINERARY:
Day1 : Pondicherry

On arrival in Pondicherry, our representative will welcome and assist you from Airport / Railway station to the hotel. Rest of the day is free for individual activities or visit the local market (Optional). Overnight at the hotel.

Day2 : Pondicherry
After breakfast, proceed for sightseeing and visit the Auroville (approx 8 kms). Auroville is a township of universal essence. It has been conceived to accommodate people across 35 nations to live as a community and came into existence in 1968. Arikamedu is a great tourist spot and has a lot of historical relevance.The French Heritage which includes Children’s park, Mairie building, the Le CafĂ©, The French war memorial, light house, The Aayi Mandapam, the Romain Rolland Library, The Church of our Lady of the Angels and the Botanical Gardens.Overnight at the hotel.

Day3 : Pondicherry
After breakfast, proceed for sightseeing and visit the 3rd century old Manakula Vinayagar Koil dedicated to Lord Ganesh, The Varadaraja Perumal temple which dates back to 600 AD and is dedicated to Lord Vishnu, in the form of Varadaraja. The Vedhapureeswara Temple dedicated to Lord Siva, Kanniga Parameswari Temple dedicated to Goddess Sakthi and famous for its blend of French and Tamil architecture and Kamatchiamman Temple dedicated to Durga and The Beach Road, Serenity Beach, The Paradise Beach houses, The Promenade Beach. Overnight at the hotel.

Day4 : Pondicherry
After breakfast, check out and our representative will transfer you to the Airport / Railway Station for your return journey.Tour Ends.