Pondicherry Mahabalipuram

As your much-awaited journey with Veena World begins, here’s how your first day will unfold based on your selected tour departure:

Guests Departing from Mumbai (Scheduled Group Departure)
Guests who have opted for the Mumbai to Mumbai tour should report at Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Domestic or International Airport, Mumbai / Loknete D.B. Patil Navi Mumbai International Airport, three hours prior to the scheduled flight departure time.
Upon arrival at Chennai Airport, your Veena World Tour Manager will meet you and ensure a smooth transition to the hotel or the sightseeing spot, as per the itinerary.

Joining & Leaving (J&L) Guests – From India or Anywhere in the World
If you are joining the tour from any part of India or overseas by making your own arrangements, please ensure you receive complete guidance for a smooth arrival, hotel check-in, or joining at the sightseeing point.
Your Veena World Travel Advisor and Tour Manager will coordinate and guide you accordingly. The Tour Manager will meet you directly at the first destination, as per the itinerary shared with you.

Important Notes:
• For Joining & Leaving guests, flight tickets and airport transfers are at your own cost.
• To avail of the group airport transfers:
• Your arrival airport must match the scheduled group arrival airport.
• Your arrival time should be at least one hour before the scheduled group flight arrival time.
• On the last day, your departure flight must be scheduled after the group’s flight from the same airport in order to avail the group airport transfer.
• Hotel Check-in Time in India: Standard check-in time is 12:00 PM (12:00 hrs) or later.
• If your flight arrives in the morning, we include a sightseeing activity before check-in to make the most of your time.
• In case of flight rescheduling—arriving earlier on the first day or leaving later on the last day—Veena World will take care of additional meals or snacks, if any.
• We recommend keeping your travel documents, valuables, and money safe during the tour.
• Always keep Veena World emergency contact details and your Tour Manager’s mobile number with you during the journey.

Upon arrival, we proceed to Kanchipuram – also known as the 'Golden city of thousand temples.'

Today we visit the ancient Vishnukanchi Temple. In the evening, we enjoy short Meet & Greet session.

Today’s Sightseeing
VishnukanchiTemple
Night Stay in Kanchipuram
Dinner
Tea/Coffee/Soft drinks and one Dry Snack en route to Kanchipuram

Today we proceed to Mahabalipuram - historically important town situated on the Coromandel Coast, along the Bay of Bengal in the state of Tamil Nadu. We visit the most famous Shore Temple, legendary Panch Rath, exquisite Varah Caves, awe-inspiring Arjuna's Penance and fascinating Krishna's Butter Ball. Further we proceed to Pondicherry – The city which offers glimpse of France in India.

Today’s Sightseeing
Shore Temple
Panch Rath
Varah Caves
Arjuna's Penance
Krishna's Butter Ball
Night Stay in Pondicherry
Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Tea/Coffee and Coconut Water at Mahabalipuram, Two Dry Snacks and Tea/Coffee en route to Pondicherry

Today we explore the beautiful city of Pondicherry, we view Auroville and visit Sri Aurobindo Ashram, Pondicherry Museum, Ayee Mandapam - Park Monument (Bharathi Park), Vinayagar Temple, French War Memorial and Catholic Church - Notre Dame des Anges Church. In the evening we take a wonderful heritage walk in the French colonies as well as along Promenade Beach.

Today’s Sightseeing
Sri Aurobindo Ashram
Pondicherry Museum
Ayee Mandapam
Vinayagar Temple
French War Memorial
Catholic Church - Notre Dame desAnges Church
Night Stay in Pondicherry
Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Tea/ Coffee at Auroville, One dry snack and Ice cream at Promenade beach

Today we will visit the tiny town of Chidambaram, which is home to the most iconic Shiva temple in India. We visit the Chidambaram Nataraja temple or Thillai Nataraja temple, one of the ancient temple in South India. Later we visit the Pichavaram mangrove forest. To discover nature in its most beautiful shape, here we take a boat ride through the forest & we look at an assortment of extraordinary and indigenous birds.

Today’s Sightseeing
Chidambaram Nataraja temple
Pichavaram mangrove forest
Boat ride in Mangrove Forest
Night Stay in Pondicherry
Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Tea/Coffee at Chidambaram, Coconut water and one Dry Snack at Pichavaram

Today we proceed to Chennai - capital city of the state Tamil Nadu, which is known as the ‘Detroit of India’ because many automobile industries are located here. Upon arrival we have free time for shopping.

It’s time to say goodbye—Phir Milenge!
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Group Guests:
Guests traveling on the scheduled group flight will proceed to the airport as per the group’s departure time.

Joining & Leaving (J&L) Guests:
J&L guests will proceed to the airport after the scheduled group tour concludes.
If your flight timing and airport match the group’s, you may join the group airport transfer. Otherwise, the cost of reaching the airport, cruise terminal, railway station, or bus terminal will be borne by the guest.

Tour Concludes. Safe travels and see you soon!

Breakfast