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Chennai to Kanchipuram, Vellore, Pondicherry & Mahabalipuram

2 Days Starting and ending in Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India

Visiting: Kanchipuram, Vellore, Pondicherry, Auroville, Mahabalipuram, Chennai (Madras)

Tour operator:

Agora Voyages

Tour code:

AGORA398

Recommended For:

50 plus, Couples, Singles

Guide Type:

Fully Guided

Group size:

1 - 10

Physical rating:

Low, EASY

Age range:

0-99

Special diets catered:

Vegetarians, Vegans, Meat, Kosher, Jain, Halal

Tour operated in:

English

Private Available:

From:

$296

$286 (USD) BLACK FRIDAY SALE @ Tourhub: $10

Tour Overview

Embark on a captivating private tour from Chennai to Kanchipuram, Vellore, Pondicherry, and Mahabalipuram. Explore the cultural and historical wonders of Kanchipuram, known as the "City of Thousand Temples," and visit the magnificent Vellore Golden Temple. Immerse yourself in the unique blend of French and Indian cultures in Pondicherry, and discover its colonial charm. Finally, marvel at the UNESCO World Heritage Sites of Mahabalipuram, with its rock-cut temples and intricate sculptures. This tour offers a perfect blend of spirituality, history, and coastal beauty in South India.

Highlights

Most travelers can participate
In depth cultural experience
Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
This is a private tour/activity only for your group.
Flexible sightseeing & stopover
Enhanced cleaning/ traveler safety

Places You'll See

Chennai To Kanchipuram, Vellore, Pondicherry & Mahabalipuram

Itinerary

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Day 1 : Kanchipuram

Location:

Kanchipuram, Vellore, Pondicherry

Chennai - Kanchipuram - Vellore - Pondicherry (295kms/ 6hrs approx)
Pick up from your hotel in Chennai and drive to Pondicherry via visiting Kanchipuram & Vellore.
In Kanchipuram visit Kailasanathar 8th century temple dedicated to Lord Shiva, noted for its architecture and sculptures. There are 58 small shrines situated around the main shrine compound wall. Ekambareswarar temple another ancient temple dedicated to Siva. The 2500-year-old mango tree inside the temple has 4 branches each yields different varieties of mangoes. Varadharaja temple dedicated to Lord Vishnu, noted for its wonderful sculptures. Vaikundhaperumal temple dedicated to lord Vishnu, it is also one of the 108 Divyadesams. Kamakshiamman temple dedicated to Goddess Kamakshi the presiding deity, one of the holy Sakthi worship places in India.
In Vellore visit 16th-century Vellore Fort, with its imposing granite walls and surrounding moat. Inside the fort, the Jalakandeswarar Temple features many ornate sculptures. Nearby, the Government Museum has prehistoric relics and natural history displays. Sri Lakshmi Narayani Golden Temple inside the Sripuram spiritual park is situated at the foot of a small range of green hills. This temple is gilded with 1,500 kg of pure gold, double the 750 kg gilding of the dome of the Golden Temple at Amritsar.
After sightseeing drive to Pondicherry check in at hotel. Rest time free and easy to relax. Overnight at hotel.
Overnight at Hotel

Day 2 : Auroville

Location:

Auroville, Pondicherry, Mahabalipuram, Chennai (Madras)

Meals Included:

Breakfast

Pondicherry - Mahabalipuram - Chennai (160kms/ 3hrs approx)
Breakfast at hotel. City tour of Pondicherry visit Aurovil founded in 1968 by the spiritual leader Mirra Alfassa as a town where people from all over the world could live in harmony. Its focal point is the Matrimandir, a futuristic, spherical temple covered in gold discs. Pondicherry Museum an art and history museum especially noted for its collection of fine lost wax bronzes form the period of the Chola Empire. The Museum's collection includes 81 Chola bronze sculptures, ranking as one of the largest collections of Chola bronzes.
Later walk in French Colony. Pondicherry has some of the finest examples of old French culture with a hint of Tamil influence in its visual aesthetics. Observe and get inspired by the architectural beauty of the French part of the town while enjoying a cup of coffee and some deserts along the way. Customise your walk with your guide to cover French consulate, French Institute, Raj Nivas, Bharati Park (Aayi Monument), Government Square, Beaches, Monuments, Churches, French schools. Evening to relax on the beach.
Later drive to Chennai via visiting Mahabalipuram. In Mahabalipuram visit Monolithic Temples locally known as Rathas. They were executed by chiseling out the exterior face of the boulder. Shore Temple built with blocks of granitein in 7th century the temple complex consisting of two Siva temples and a carving of Anantasayana Vishnu. It is one of the oldest structural stone temples of South India and a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1984. Cave Temples cut and decorated with panels in the Mamalla style of the Pallava period in the 7th century. Remnants seen in the caves also indicate that they were plastered and painted when built. Krishna's Butterball a gigantic granite boulder resting on a short incline.
Continue drive to Chennai and drop off to your hotel.

What's Included

1 Night accommodation in selected category hotels or similar.

4-Star hotels
Monuments entrances of sightseeing mentioned in the itinerary.
Bottled water in car
English speaking tour guide on sightseeing days (local guide).
Deluxe air-conditioned private vehicle with English speaking chauffeur as per tour program.
Breakfast
Private airport transfer with assistance of office executive.

What's Not Included

Expenses of personal nature like liquor, laundry, tips, telephone, fax, internet etc.
Any air fare
Main Meals, Lunch or dinner unless mentioned
Or anything not mentioned above.
Camera charges at monuments

Check out our Q&As

Are all the relevant entry visa’s included in the price of the tour?

No. You have to apply for Indian Visa yourself. TOURIST VISA is mandatory for Foreign Nationals to travel India.
Are all entrance fees included in the price?

Yes, entrances to all monuments and activities charges mentioned in the itinerary are well included in the price
Are flights included in this tour?

No. Neither international nor domestic flight tickets are included in the package price. We can book the flight at supplement best available cost.
Will I know the names and details of all the accommodation before I depart?

Yes, we will provide all details well in advance before the tour
Is free Wi-Fi available in the accommodation used?

Most of the hotels offer free Wi-Fi.

Is the tour coach air conditioned?

Yes
What currencies are required for this tour?

INR, USD, EURO, GBP, SGD, JPY, CNY, RMB, CAD,
Will there be an escort accompanying this tour?

No. We provide a local English-speaking tour guide in each city. Accompanying tour escort can be booked at a supplement cost
Will passengers be provided assistance at airport?

Our office representative will receive the guest with the lead passenger name paging board. And
What currencies are required for this tour?

USD, EURO, GBP, JPY, CNY, RMB, SGD, CAD, AUD are accepted at most of the tourist shops. These currencies can easily be changed into local currency INR from money changer at the airport, in cities, and at hotels.
Is there a supplement for solo travellers?

We have provided price for 1 person traveling alone and 2 person sharing double room. Single room supplement apply if 2 person are opting for 2 single rooms.
Are the local guides on the tour English speaking?

Yes. On request and at supplement cost, we can provide another language (German, French, Russian, Spanish, Italian guide) subject to availability in that cities.
What is the fitness level required to do this tour?

Easy
Is there any free time to explore places during the tour?

Yes, after the sightseeing you will be having time to explore the city and places of your interest. Our driver and transport will remain on disposal at your service. We expect you will release the driver before 8 pm so that he is having ample time to sleep and report on time to your next day duty.
Is there a limit to luggage that can be brought on the tour?

Domestic flights generally provide 15 kg checked-in baggage and 7 kg hand baggage. We provide vehicle which could accommodate 1 big and 1 handbag easily per person. There is no baggage limit set by us. Traveling with less baggage is always comfortable and recommended.
Are all the relevant entry visa’s included in the price of the tour?

You have to apply for Indian Visa yourself. https://indianvisaonline.gov.in/
What is the maximum group size?

10
Can you provide other than English language guide?

Yes, we can provide other than English language guide. Request for same should be sent to sent to us at the time of booking. Other than English language guide are subject to availability and may attract additional charges.
What is the standard of the hotels on this tour?

We have provided the price using 3* / 4* & 5* hotels
What happens if a group doesn’t make its minimum required number of passengers?

We operate private tours only and guarantee 100% departure. If group members reduced, we will recalculate the price and apply the lowest supplement only if it's increasing our operation cost.
Are vaccinations required for this tour?

Yes
Company Instant Book

Instant confirmation subject to 3 day advance booking.
Are children permitted to take part in the tour?

Yes
Are airport transfers included in this tour?

Yes, Private airport transfer is included.
Can you assist with pre or post tour accommodation?

Yes, we can assist and arrange pre or post-tour accommodation.
Do you require a visa for this holiday?

Yes, Visa is require for any foreigner entering India.
What is the tipping policy?

Recommended tipping is 5 to 10% of total tour values. It's always optional and depends on the traveler's wish.
Will passengers from another country be participating in the tour?

This is a private tour/activity only for your group. Any country citizen, individual or group can book a private tour for any number of members. We treat every booking as a private tour and we do not mix travelers.
Are vaccinations required for this tour?

Yes. Please check same on your international ticket
What Ethical Travel credentials does the tour company have?

We conduct our business fairly, with honesty, integrity and transparency. We deliver what we promise, and only promise what we can deliver.
Who will be my travelling companions on the tour?

Less than 10 person group only driver will be your companion. We use local government licenced tour guide in each cities for sightseeing tour.
Do you operate a “single share” option and how does it work?

We do not operate tour on sharing
What happens if I need to change my holiday date once I’ve booked?

We are completely flexible in changing the travel dates, until we dont have to bourne any penalty levied by hotels/airline.
How long has the tour company been trading?

5 Yeas
Am I contributing to any charity by booking the tour?

Yes, you will support NGO and schooling for kids in villages.
Can I join the tour once it has departed?

We operate private tour/activity only for your group. Hence if you missed to join and tour departed, we can coordinate and you can join the tour from the nearest point.
What documents will I receive before I travel?

Iitnerary and confirmation vouchers
What policies are in place for Covid-19?

Face masks provided for travelers. Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff. Gear/equipment sanitized between use. Transportation vehicles regularly sanitized. Regular temperature checks for staff. Contactless payments for gratuities and add-ons.
Will the accommodation included meet local health and safety regulations?

Yes

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Dates & Availability

Dec
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2024

Tuesday - Wednesday

Dec 05, 2023 - Dec 06, 2023

~~$296~~ $286 (USD)