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Puducherry: A Journey of Tranquility

Vijay R

Vijay R

11 Oct 2023

Embark on a captivating 3-day adventure in Puducherry, India's Union Territory. Discover the serene Sri Aurobindo Ashram, stroll along the picturesque Puducherry Beach, and immerse yourself in the rich history of French War memorial. Indulge in delectable cuisine at local favorites like Windfish Bistro and Foyer Du Soldat. Experience the charm of this coastal paradise and create memories that will last a lifetime.

Trip to Puducherry

Day 1
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$146

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$ 5

Ginger Pondicherry

Depart from your stay 🏨

11 - 14 min

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Ginger Pondicherry
Down-to-earth rooms in an unassuming budget hotel offering a restaurant & an exercise room.
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
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Free
3 - 4 min

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Surguru Spot
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$30
26 - 39 min

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Sri Aurobindo Ashram
Large residential spiritual community with meditation & yoga practice, open to day visitors.
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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Free
20 - 30 min

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Puducherry Beach
11:30 AM - 1:00 PM
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Free
18 - 27 min

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1:30 PM - 3:00 PM
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$54
17 - 26 min

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Mahatma Gandhi Statue
A white structure surrounded by granite pillars houses a bronze statue of the independence leader.
3:00 PM - 3:15 PM
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Free
4 - 5 min

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French War memorial
3:45 PM - 4:15 PM
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Free
8 - 11 min

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Notre Dame des Anges Church
Catholic church built in 1855 with vaulted ceilings, colorful stained glass & a pink facade.
4:45 PM - 5:45 PM
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Free
2 - 3 min

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Arulmigu Manakula Vinayagar Devasthanam
Vibrant Hindu temple known for its elephant blessings, ornately carved stone walls & golden chariot.
6:15 PM - 7:00 PM
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$8
7:30 PM - 9:00 PM
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$54
Ginger Pondicherry
Down-to-earth rooms in an unassuming budget hotel offering a restaurant & an exercise room.
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
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Free
Day 2
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$224

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$ 9

Ginger Pondicherry

Depart from your stay 🏨

11 - 14 min

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Ginger Pondicherry
Down-to-earth rooms in an unassuming budget hotel offering a restaurant & an exercise room.
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
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Free
4 - 5 min

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BlueLine - The Promenade
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$54
4 - 6 min

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Puducherry Museum
Quaint museum known for its rare sculpture collection, including ancient bronze & stone artifacts.
9:00 AM - 10:30 AM
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$23
1 - 2 min

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Aayi Mandapam
Neoclassical monument built by the French in 1854 to celebrate bringing water into the city.
11:00 AM - 11:30 AM
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$8
6 - 9 min

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Bharathi Park
Landscaped park featuring a Greco-Roman arch structure, plus flowers, a play area & fountains.
12:00 PM - 12:45 PM
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Free
13 - 20 min

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1:15 PM - 2:45 PM
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$54
7 - 9 min

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Promenade Beach
Strip of rocky shoreline in a populous urban area with a promenade, a war memorial & a park.
2:45 PM - 4:45 PM
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Free
6 - 9 min

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New Light House
Monochrome striped, 1970s lighthouse with internal steps to the top for beach & city views.
5:15 PM - 5:45 PM
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$8
7 - 9 min

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Pondy Marina
6:15 PM - 7:15 PM
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Free
7:45 PM - 9:15 PM
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$78
Ginger Pondicherry
Down-to-earth rooms in an unassuming budget hotel offering a restaurant & an exercise room.
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
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Free
Day 3
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$194

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$ 12

Ginger Pondicherry

Depart from your stay 🏨

10 - 12 min

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Ginger Pondicherry
Down-to-earth rooms in an unassuming budget hotel offering a restaurant & an exercise room.
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
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Free
2 - 3 min

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Hotel Anand Bhavan
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$48
7 - 10 min

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Immaculate Conception Cathedral
Portuguese-style church with white & yellow columns & a gold statue, offering bilingual services.
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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$15
5 - 8 min

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Sunday Market
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
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Free
8 - 10 min

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The Sacred Heart Basilica
Gothic-style Catholic church in a peaceful setting with stained-glass panels of Biblical scenes.
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
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Free
14 - 17 min

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1:30 PM - 3:00 PM
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$54
21 - 26 min

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Arikamedu
Former Chola port city dating from the 1st Century BC with a large number of Roman artifacts.
3:00 PM - 4:00 PM
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$15
4 - 5 min

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Botanical Garden
Botanical garden built by French colonists on 22 acres with themed plots, an aquarium & train rides.
4:30 PM - 6:00 PM
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$8
Maurya
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$54
Ginger Pondicherry
Down-to-earth rooms in an unassuming budget hotel offering a restaurant & an exercise room.
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
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Free

Budget breakdown: $587 In total

Activities & Food:$563
Transport:$25