A Religious Sojourn to Tirupati with Pondicherry

Travel Duration : 04 Nights- 05 Days
Destinations to be covered :Chennai- Tirupati- Pondicherry-Chennai

Overview
Spiritually lures many lost souls to India. The country cuddles some of the most fascinating religions which change you as a person and show you the path of Nirvana. This 4 Nights / 5 Days tour to Tirupati with Pondicherry does exactly the same. Take this tour and witness the devotion of people towards their religion and cultures. Tirupati remains one of the holiest Hindu pilgrimage sites in India as it houses the famous Tirumala Venkateswara Temple. On the other hand, Pondicherry is a unique destination known for its French architecture and seafront promenades. It fascinates visitors with some unique attractions like Auroville and Promenade Beach. Read the trip highlights below:

Day 01 Arrival in Chennai & Transfer to Tirupati

As you arrive in Chennai, our representative will greet you and you will be transferred to Tirupati.
On the way, stop at the very popular Srikalahasti Temple located in Srikalahasti. This is South India?s one of the most famous Shiva temples. It is an ancient temple constructed by the Pallava dynasty during the 5th century.
Visit Tirupati, the holiest place in South India. This is an ancient city in Andhra Pradesh visited by people from all parts of the world. It is known for being home to the Sri Venkateswara Temple.
Reach Tirupati and check-in to the hotel. Enjoy your dinner and overnight stay at the hotel in Tirupati.

Day 02 Tirumala - Tirupati

After breakfast, visit Tirumala located near Tirupati in the Chittoor district of Andhra Pradesh. It is the abode of Lord Venkateswara.
After Darshan, you will enjoy a tour to some of the most famous temples of Tirumala, including Padmavathi Temple and Sri Kalyana Venkateswaraswami temple. Don?t forget to pay a visit to Kapila Theertham, a known Saivite Temple and Theertham. It is a great place to witness the devotion of pilgrims towards their religion.
Enjoy your dinner and overnight stay at the hotel.

Day 03 Tirupati - Pondicherry

After breakfast, reach Pondicherry by afternoon. Pondicherry is like a tiny piece of France in India located just 260 kms from Tirupati which can be covered in 6 hours. Pondicherry was once the largest French colony and remains a renowned place for seeking spiritual enlightenment. Its beautiful beaches, spiritual Sri Aurobindo Ashram and exquisite French cuisine are enough to charm visitors.
On reaching Pondicherry, check-in to the hotel and get ready for a sightseeing tour. Visit the Promenade Beach where you can relax amidst sun, sea and sand. The beach has beautiful surroundings and gives you ample of opportunities to click some amazing pictures.
During evening hours, explore the Nehru Street Market for some street shopping.
Later, return to the hotel for dinner and enjoy overnight stay at the hotel.

Day 04 Pondicherry

After breakfast, get ready for a day tour to Pondicherry. First you will visit the Auroville City which is actually an experimental township designed by famous architect Roger Anger. Here people belonging to diverse nationalities, cultures and beliefs stay together in peace and harmony. One of its major attractions is the Matrimandir for integral Yoga practitioners.
Next attraction is the Sri Aurobindo Ashram founded by the Bengali philosopher, Sri Aurobindo during the early 20th century. It is the place of Samadhi of Sri Aurobindo and The Mother. Explore the library and the crafts centres here which tell a lot about the history of this place.
Later, visit the Manakula Vinayaka Temple dedicated to the god Ganesa. In the afternoon, enjoy a boat ride in the Chunnambar backwaters, a paradise with matchless natural beauty. It is a perfect place to unwind amidst nature and to spot some unseen hues of green.
Reach the hotel and enjoy overnight stay at the hotel.

Day 05 Pondicherry - Chennai

After breakfast, you will leave for Chennai from where you will be transferred to Chennai airport/railway station for your onward journey.