Pondicherry weekend trip, Uttarakhand

Explore the Indian french settlement and learn about the rich culture of Pondicherry.

DURATION

3 Days/2 Nights

Pickup point

Bangalore

ACCOMMODATION

Hostel

Minimum Age

18

Best time to visit

Winter, Monsoon and Spring

Inclusions

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DURATION

3 Days/2 Nights

Pick up/Drop

Bangalore

ACCOMMODATION

Hostel

Minimum Age

18

Best time to visit

Winter, Monsoon and Spring

Inclusions

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OVERVIEW

The Indian union territory of India, Pondicherry was once a well known part of the French Colony. The place is very well known for its natural beauty, beautiful landscape, picturesque beaches and is the home to various cultural and architectural marvels.
On this weekend trip to Pondicherry, visit the beautiful Promenade Beach and witness the beautiful sunset while walking on its shores, relish the exotic taste of mouth watering French cuisine and get a deep insight of French history & heritage culture of Pondicherry. The weekend getaway to Pondicherry will never cease to amaze you with its unique culture and rich architecture.

 

Package options:

Package 1: Duration: 2 Days/1 Night
Inclusions:
-1 Night stay at goSTOPS Pondicherry
-Breakfast on day 2
-Excursion to Auroville
-Volvo transfers from Bangalore to Bangalore

Package 2: Duration: 3 Days/2 Nights
Inclusions:
-2 Night stay at goSTOPS Pondicherry
-Breakfast on day 2 and day 3
-Excursion to Auroville
-Volvo transfers from Bangalore to Bangalore

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DETAILED ITINERARY

  • Start your Pondicherry weekend trip from Bangalore with the volvo transfer in the evening.
  • Overnight journey to Pondicherry.

  • Reach Pondicherry in the morning and check in to the hostel and relax for a while.
  • Later get ready to visit the beautiful town of Auroville.
  • Visit Matrimandir and ashram in Auroville and explore the rich culture and feel lost in its tranquility.
  • Also visit the famous Auroville market and shop for souvenirs such as home artistic artifacts for your loved ones back home.
  • Back to the hostel by night and retire for the day.

  • Wake up early and get mesmerized by the beautiful sunrise.
  • Post delicious breakfast, get ready to explore Pondicherry.
  • Opt for one of the add on experiences or explore Pondicherry on your own.
  • Back to hostel by evening.
  • Overnight stay at goSTOPS Pondicherry.

  • After a hearty breakfast in the morning, check out from the hostel and explore the city on your own or opt for one of the add on experiences.
  • After spending some leisurely time exploring Pondicherry, board an evening volvo to Bangalore.
  • Reach Bangalore by the next morning and end your Pondicherry weekend getaway with beautiful memories.

Add on experiences:-

  • French War Memorial-Aurobindo Ashram-Paradise Beach excursion- Post breakfast, transfer to main Pondicherry town and explore the famous tourist attractions such as French War Memorial, Aurobindo Ashram and Paradise Beach. Visit the beautiful Paradise Beach and indulge yourselves in various water activities such as jet skiing, canoeing or kayaking. The French war memorial in Pondicherry is dedicated to the residents of French India who died for the country during the first world war.The ashram in Pondicherry was set up with the aim of helping people attain moksha and inner peace. It is a perfect place to experience and achieve spiritual knowledge. On this tour to Pondicherry, visit these famous places and get a deep insight of this beachy side union territory of India.
  • Serenity Beach-Botanical Garden-Basilica of the Sacred Heart of Jesus- Post breakfast, transfer to main Pondicherry town and explore the famous tourist attractions such as Serenity Beach,Rock Beach and Basilica of the Sacred Heart of Jesus. The beautiful Serenity beach offers surfing and serves as a great spot to laze around. Known for its beautiful gothic architecture, Basilica of the Sacred Heart of Jesus is one of the most popular places to visit in Pondicherry. Also visit the Botanical garden in Pondicherry, which was established by C.S. Perrotet in 1862. The garden is home to several exotic varieties of rare plants as well as an aquarium.

INCLUSION/EXCLUSION

The Pondicherry weekend trip Package Includes:

  • Accommodation- stay goSTOPS Pondicherry (according to the chosen variant)
  • Transportation- Volvo transfers from Bangalore to Bangalore
  • Meals: Breakfast on day 2 and day 3

The Pondicherry weekend trip Package Excludes:

  • Additional gst
  • Any meals throughout the trip other than breakfast
  • Pickup and drop facilities from bus stop to property and back
  • Personal expenses like entry charges, shopping, room heater charges, telephone, fax, internet, laundry, etc
  • Add on experiences
  • Anything which is not mentioned in inclusions.

CANCELLATION POLICY

  • If cancellation are made 30 days before the date of travel then 25.0% of total tour cost will be charged as cancellation fees
  • If cancellation are made 15 days to 30 days before the date of travel then 50.0% of total tour cost will be charged as cancellation fees
  • If cancellation are made 0 days to 15 days before the date of travel then 100.0% of total tour cost will be charged as cancellation fees
  • The applicable refund amount will be processed within 10 business days.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

The famous tourist places to visit in and around Pondicherry are Auroville, Paradise Beach,French War Memorial and Aurobindo Ashram.
The best time to explore Pondicherry is in the months from October to February. The weather is pleasant and most suitable to visit various famous tourist places in Pondicherry.
Pondicherry offers a range of items that tourists would love to take back with them for their loved ones. Casablanca, Mission Street and Serenity Beach Bazaar are the best places to shop for souvenirs in Pondicherry.
Pondicherry is famous for its French, Italian and South Indian delicacies.The best outlets to try local cuisines on this trip are Cafe des Arts, Le Cafe, Cafe Artrika, Bread and Chocolate and La Maison Rose.
Yes, the Pondicherry trip itinerary is safe for solo and female travelers. The locals are warm and welcoming, however it’s best to be cautious and keep your belongings safe all the time.
Water activities such Surfing, Kayaking, canoeing and skiing are few of the activities one can enjoy in Pondicherry.
The languages spoken in the coastal area of Pondicherry are English, French, Tamil, Malayalam and Telugu.
2 days are enough to explore all the tourist places in and around Pondicherry.
Pondicherry is well-connected to all major towns and cities in Tamil Nadu and neighboring states by road. It is located at a distance of 308 km from Bangalore and it takes around 6-7 hours to reach from one place to another.
Yes, It is safe to do water activities in Pondicherry. These activities are done under the supervision of experts. They make sure about the safety of the tourists right from head to toe.

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