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Pondichery Mahabalipuram Kanchipuram

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Pondicherry (or Puducherry), a French colonial settlement in India until 1954, is now a Union Territory town bounded by the southeastern Tamil Nadu state. Its French legacy is preserved in its French Quarter, with tree-lined streets, mustard-colored colonial villas and chic boutiques. A seaside promenade runs along the Bay of Bengal and passes several statues, including a 4m-high Gandhi Memorial.
Mahabalipuram was one of two major port cities in the Pallava kingdom. The town was named after Pallava king Narasimhavarman I, who was also known as Mahabali. Along with economic prosperity, it became the site of a group of royal monuments, many carved out of the living rock. known for its temples and monuments built by the Pallava dynasty in the 7th and 8th centuries. The seafront Shore Temple comprises 3 ornate granite shrines. Krishna’s Butter Ball is a massive boulder balanced on a small hill near the Ganesha Ratha stone temple.
Kanchipuram, also known as Kanchi, is an ancient city in southern India’s Tamil Nadu state. Considered a holy pilgrimage site by Hindus, it is home to many temples. kanchipuram is also world famous for its silk sarees called Kajiveram Silk.

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Entrance Fees
Hotel Stay
Meals
Sightseeing

Itinerary

Upon arrival at Chennai airport , meet our representative and proceed for half day city of Chennai – visit Government Museum - The Government Museum or Madras Museum is a museum of human history and culture located in the neighbourhood of Egmore in Chennai, India. Started in 1851, it is the second oldest museum in India after the Indian Museum in Kolkata, Fort St George - Fort St George is the name of the first English fortress in India, founded in 1644 at the coastal city of Madras, the modern city of Chennai , Kapaleeshwarar Temple - Kapaleeshwarar Temple is a temple of Shiva located in Mylapore, Chennai in the Indian state of Tamil Nadu. The form of Shiva's wife Parvati worshipped at this temple is called Karpagambal , San Thome Basilica - San Thome Basilica is a Roman Catholic minor basilica in Sant home, in the city of Chennai, India. It was built in the 16th century by Portuguese explorers, over the tomb of St Thomas, an apostle of Jesus.     Afternoon we transfer to Mahabalipuram. Arrive in Mahabalipuram and check in to hotel.   Dinner and overnight stay at Mahabalipuram.    

This morning we shall proceed for sightseeing of Mahabalipuram & Kanchipuram. In Mahabalipuram visit - Shore temples - The Shore Temple is so named because it overlooks the shore of the Bay of Bengal. It is a structural temple, built with blocks of granite, dating from the 8th century AD. , Arjuna's Penance - This magnificent relief, carved in the mid-seventh century, measures approximately 30m (100ft) long by 15m (45ft) high. Its huge size and scale is difficult to imagine just from photographs; a person standing on the ground in front of it could barely touch the elephants' feet. The Five Rathas, you won't believe that these shrines are carved whole from an outcrop of rock. Each of the five temples is dedicated to heroes from the great epic of the Mahabharata. Spend time admiring the detail of the carvings which include gods, humans and elephants and wonder why the temples are incomplete and were never consecrated. At Kanchipuram we shall visit - The prominent temples of Kanchipuram are Ekambareshwar Temple, Kamakshi Temple. Back to hotel. Dinner and overnight stay at Mahabalipuram.

This morning we drive to Pondicherry.    Pondicherry or Puducherry , a French colonial settlement in India until 1954, is now a Union Territory town bounded by the southeastern Tamil Nadu state. Its French legacy is preserved in its French Quarter, with tree-lined streets, mustard-colored colonial villas and chic boutiques.    Upon arrival at Pondicherry , check in at hotel. Rest of the day free to you , walk around the hotel. Visit the local life. Dinner and overnight stay at Pondicherry.    

Today we shall visit Aurobindo Ashram which is one of the most important attractions in Pondicherry. Also visit Church of the Sacred Heart and the Pondicherry Museum. Enjoy a walk through the French Quarters. Back to hotel. Rest of the time free to you.     Dinner  and overnight stay at Pondicherry.

In time check out from hotel and transfer to Chennai airport for your onward flight.

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Cancellation Policy

Cancellation received no. of days prior to departure Cancellation fee applicable on Net Tour Price (per person)
D-0 to 5 100%
D-6 to 15 75%
D-16 to 30 50%
D-31 to 45 40%
D-46 to 60 30%
D-61 to 90 20%
D-91 to 120 10%
D-121 to 900 10%

Terms & Conditions

Terms and Conditions 1)The advance amount paid at the time of booking is non-refundable and interest free. Guests must pay the full tour price for any tour wherein the cost per person is equal or less than Rs.25000 as or as per the guidelines given on website and or communicated by sales team. 2)The Guests who opt for air-inclusive bookings may require paying an additional non-refundable deposit or pay in full at the time of booking. 3)In case of payment by credit/debit card processing fees of 2.4% (inclusive of GST) will be applicable. In case if a Cheque is dishonored Rs150+18% GST will be charged to the guest. 4)The company reserves all rights to make changes in the discount policy at any point of time without assigning any reason. The Women Traveler reserves the right to cancel, forfeit the amount paid / impose cancellation charges in case of non-payment of full tour price 45 days prior to the departure date. 5)The Women Traveler is not liable to pay any compensation for the circumstances beyond our control which results into cancellation or suspension of the tour. 6)Members of travelling party jointly and individually are liable for any damage caused to the hotel and vehicle during stay/accommodation or travel.

Departure Dates

Departure Available from

  • Delhi

  • Mumbai

Inclusions

  • 04-nights accommodation in hotels on twin sharing basis
  • 04 Breakfast and 04 Dinner at the hotel at specified venues.
  • A bottle of water in the vehicle for each person each day.
  • Pick up and drop at Chennai Airport.
  • All sightseeing, transfers / tours and excursions by 12-Seater A/c Tempo Traveler.
  • Local English speaking Guide during sightseeing as per the programme.
  • 01 time entry fees to monuments as per the programme
  • All parking charges and Road taxes, toll taxes

Exclusions

  • 5% GST which shall be charged on the entire billing
  • Any Airfare/Train fare.
  • Any meals other than specified in “cost includes “.
  • Vehicle at disposal
  • Any excursions apart from the suggested itinerary
  • Any kind of Quarantine / Covid 19 test or any kind of medical treatment cost
  • Still and Video Camera Fees at the monuments.
  • Expenses of personal nature such as tipping, porters, laundry etc.
  • Anything other than those listed in above inclusions.

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