Embark on a day trip from Chennai to Pondicherry and immerse yourself in the French heritage and spiritual atmosphere. Visit Aurobindo Ashram, explore the charming streets, enjoy a French lunch, and discover the unique handmade paper factory and Auroville.
- Sri Aurobindo Ashram - Renowned as Pondicherry’s most illustrious resident, Sri Aurobindo Ghosh’s legacy is celebrated at his ashram. Visitors will be introduced to his life story, philosophical teachings, and transformative ideologies. The ashram also features a dedicated area for Sri Aurobindo’s eminent pupil, Mirra Alfassa, and serves as an ideal spot for contemplation.
- Pondicherry - Experience the charm of French colonial architecture on a guided walk through the city’s core. This excursion will deepen your understanding of Pondicherry’s historical French ties.
- Sri Aurobindo Handmade Paper - Explore a distinctive factory that specializes in crafting paper by hand. Established half a century ago, the Sri Aurobindo Paper Factory produces fine paper exclusively from cotton rag pulp. Visitors will witness the transformation of cotton scraps into paper and observe artisanal techniques such as silk screen printing and marbling.
- Statue Of Gandhi - Following this, enjoy a stroll along Pondicherry’s renowned seaside promenade, which overlooks the beautiful Bay of Bengal.
- Auroville - Afternoon plans include a trip to Auroville, an innovative international township where individuals from around the globe renounce their national identities to live as world citizens.
Auroville is founded on the ideal that there ought to be a place on earth unclaimed by any nation, where all people of goodwill with a true desire can live freely as world citizens under the governance of the ultimate truth; a place dedicated to peace, unity, and harmony.
Visitors will also observe the community’s commitment to sustainable living practices.
The Matri Mandir, a large geodesic dome designed for silent contemplation, is visible to guests from the outside during a daytime visit. Please note that permission to meditate inside must be obtained in person one day prior.
- Private transportation
- All taxes, fees and handling charges
- Lunch
- Guide
- Full time guide
- Breakfast
This is a single-day excursion from Chennai, coordinated in a private vehicle. Key attractions comprise a stop at Aurobindo Ashram, a homage to the philosopher and revolutionary Sri Aurobindo Ghosh, a heritage walk through French influences capped with a French meal, a charming esplanade near the Bay of Bengal, and visits to a distinctive handmade paper factory and Auroville, the worldwide village.
This trip is all-encompassing where we handle transportation, morning and mid-day meals, planned activities, and guided touring.
- Lunch is planned in a traditional south indian restaurant
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.