Embark on a 2-night, 3-day Chennai Mahabalipuram Pondicherry tour, a perfect South India short tour. Explore historical sites with Mahabalipuram sightseeing, immerse yourself in the French charm of Pondicherry sightseeing, and experience the vibrant culture of Chennai, all in one enriching journey.
Arrive at Chennai Airport, Station, Bus Stand, or your home/hotel, and proceed to Pondicherry with a pickup service. En route, enjoy Mahabalipuram sightseeing with the following stops:
After exploring Mahabalipuram, continue your journey to Pondicherry. Check into your hotel upon arrival and spend the evening at leisure. Enjoy an overnight stay in Pondicherry.
After breakfast at the hotel, embark on a full-day Pondicherry sightseeing tour, exploring the city’s spiritual, cultural, and natural attractions:
Return to your hotel and enjoy an overnight stay in Pondicherry.
After breakfast, check out from the hotel and enjoy a final round of Pondicherry sightseeing before heading back to Chennai:
After sightseeing, proceed to Chennai Airport or Station for your onward journey, concluding your Chennai Mahabalipuram Pondicherry tour with cherished memories.
The itinerary reflects a 2-night stay in Pondicherry, with day visits to Chennai (pickup/drop-off) and Mahabalipuram (en route sightseeing). The original title mentioned “1N Chennai, 1N Mahabalipuram-Pondicherry,” but as the stays are only in Pondicherry, the title has been adjusted to reflect the actual accommodation as “2N Pondicherry” for clarity.
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