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Drive your way to the amazing experimental township of Auroville, it is a universal city in the making in south-India dedicated to the ideal of human unity based on the vision of Sri Aurobindo and The Mother. And range over the majestic french colonial city of Pondicherry visiting all important attractions of both these city.
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• Rush free and Comfortable Tour Itinerary.
• All tour carried out by Government Approved Guide with In-depth knowledge of History.
• Traditional Indian Souvenir at Departure.
Private transportation
Bottled water
Air-conditioned vehicle
Hotel pick up and drop
Fuel surcharge
Parking Fees
Anything not mentioned in the itinerary.
Gratuities
Departure Point
Traveler pickup is offered
All the travelers are requested to wait in the hotel lobby 15-20 mins before the scheduled start of the tour.
Auroville, Auroville, India Auroville is an experimental township in Viluppuram district mostly in the state of Tamil Nadu, India with some parts in the Union Territory of Puducherry in South India. It was founded in 1968 by Mirra Alfassa and designed by architect Roger Anger.
Matrimandir Rd, Auroville, Bommayapalayam, Tamil Nadu 605101, India Matrimandir, which is the Sanskrit word for 'Temple of The Mother', is the most important edifice of the Auroville township in Pondicherry. Located just in the middle of Auroville in a large open area known as 'Peace', Matrimandir is fondly known as the 'soul of the city' and holds crucial spiritual significance for those who practice Integral Yoga. At the same time, it is also a place for individual silent concentration. You can visit Matrimandir from inside. (Prior booking required) 30 minutes
Arulmigu Manakula Vinayagar Temple, Pondicherry, India Manakula Vinayagar Temple is a Hindu temple in the Union Territory of Puducherry, India. Dedicated to the god Ganesa. 15 minutes
Seaside Promenade, Pondicherry, India One of the things that does justice to Pondicherry's French Roots is its beautiful Seaside Promenade. The area is well maintained, clean and beautiful and you can actually feel foam spray on your face while sipping a cooler in one of the many cafes at the promenade. Whether you're visiting during the sunny day or the starry night, the Seaside Promenade is equally feel good. 15 minutes
Rock Beach, Pondicherry, India Promenade beach also known as rock beach or Gandhi beach or pondicherry beach. Known by many names is best for evening walks along the beach. ... Areas like aurobindo ashram, French consulate etc are all at walking distance from the beach. 15 minutes
The Basilica of the Sacred Heart of Jesus, Pondicherry, India Basilica of the Sacred Heart of Jesus, situated on the south boulevard of Pondicherry in Puducherry, India, is an oriental specimen of Gothic architecture. It contains rare stained glass panels depicting events from the life of Christ and saints of the Catholic Church. 10 minutes
Sri Aurobindo Ashram, Pondicherry, India The Sri Aurobindo Ashram is a spiritual community (ashram) located in Pondicherry, in the Indian territory of Puducherry. The ashram grew out of a small community of disciples who had gathered around Sri Aurobindo after he retired from politics and settled in Pondicherry in 1910. On 24 November 1926, after a major spiritual realization, Sri Aurobindo withdrew from public view in order to continue his spiritual work. At this time he handed over the full responsibility for the inner and outer lives of the sadhaks (spiritual aspirants) and the ashram to his spiritual collaborator, "the Mother", earlier known as Mirra Alfassa. This date is therefore generally known as the founding-day of the ashram, though, as Sri Aurobindo himself wrote, it had “less been created than grown around him as its centre. 15 minutes
Eglise de Notre Dame des Anges, Pondicherry, India Looking out over the Bay of Bengal, with its frontage facing the rising sun, the church of Our Lady of Angels stands in the former Capuchins' square, surrounded by the streets Dumas, Surcouf and Romain Rolland. Between the church and the sea lies a little garden, in the middle of which stands a statue of Joan of Arc, armoured and carrying a battle standard. The statue and the garden bearing her name, were acquired and gifted by Francois Gaudart, politician and industrialist, shortly before his return to France in 1919. 15 minutes
Pondicherry Museum, Pondicherry, India The Pondicherry Museum is an art and history museum located in Pondicherry, India. It is 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. 30 minutes
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Booking of Matri Mandir should be done prior to scheduled tour.
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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07 Nov 2024
It was very interesting seeing Auroville and Pondicherry. I enjoyed it very much. It was quite a long drive from Chennai though.
David_M
25 Oct 2024
This was a great tour of the area. The focus was really more on Auroville and its movement rather than Pondicherry. My guide went into great detail about the movement’s spiritually and we also visited their ashram in Pondicherry. We also did some sightseeing in Pondicherry but it wasn’t the focus as much.
Kate_M
09 Sep 2024
Auroville, learning about the Mother was a moving and spiritual experience.
Pondicherry was simply lovely, the beach, the museum and the temples and French buildings.
Most of all our guide Sonu was extremely knowledgeable and passionate about your beautiful country. She was amazing throughout the day.
Our driver was brilliant. Don’t think I could ever drive here.
This tour in
Tamil Nadu
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