Chennai – Mahabalipuram – Pondicherry – 3N/4D
A compact South India coastal circuit featuring Chennai, Pallava heritage at Mahabalipuram and the French charm of Pondicherry. The itinerary is paced to combine sightseeing with enough time to appreciate the character of each destination rather than simply passing through.
Route order and sightseeing sequence can be customized according to arrival/departure points, hotel selection, local attraction timings, traffic, weather and your preferred pace.
Package Highlights
- Arrive in Chennai and transfer to the hotel
- After breakfast, drive along the scenic East Coast towards Mahabalipuram
- Discover Sri Aurobindo Ashram, Manakula Vinayagar Temple and the heritage lanes of White Town
- Breakfast and check-out followed by transfer for your onward journey
Detailed Day-wise Itinerary
3N/4D • Place-focused sightseeing and comfortable travel
Arrival in Chennai
Arrive in Chennai and transfer to the hotel. Later explore Marina Beach and selected central landmarks, with time to experience the city's lively evening atmosphere.
Overnight stay: Chennai
Chennai – Mahabalipuram – Pondicherry
After breakfast, drive along the scenic East Coast towards Mahabalipuram. Visit the Shore Temple, Pancha Rathas and Arjuna's Penance before continuing to Pondicherry. Check in and enjoy an evening walk around the French Quarter and promenade.
Overnight stay: Pondicherry
Pondicherry Exploration
Discover Sri Aurobindo Ashram, Manakula Vinayagar Temple and the heritage lanes of White Town. Enjoy free time for cafés, shopping and the seafront, with an optional visit to Paradise Beach depending on time.
Overnight stay: Pondicherry
Departure
Breakfast and check-out followed by transfer for your onward journey.
Overnight stay: —
Inclusions & Exclusions
Services can be customized according to your travel requirements
Package Inclusions
- Hotel accommodation as per selected category
- Daily breakfast
- Transfers and sightseeing as per itinerary
- Private vehicle for the tour, as applicable
- Driver allowance, tolls and parking
- Applicable taxes as per package terms
Package Exclusions
- Flights / train tickets
- Monument, temple and attraction entry fees
- Lunch and dinner unless specifically mentioned
- Guide charges, boating, activities or permits unless specifically included
- Personal expenses, laundry, tips and porter charges
- Anything not specifically mentioned under inclusions
Plan Your Tamil Nadu Holiday
Share your travel dates, number of travellers and hotel preference with Imperial Indian Journey. We can customize this itinerary around your preferred pace and sightseeing interests.