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4 Days in Puducherry: Beaches, Parks, and French Charm

R P Dinesh Ram

R P Dinesh Ram

12 Dec 2023

Embark on a thrilling 4-day journey to Puducherry, India's Union Territory. Immerse yourself in the serene beauty of Puducherry Beach and Promenade Beach. Discover the lush greenery of Bharathi Park and Botanical Garden. Explore the colonial charm of Pondicherry French Colony and Rock Beach. Indulge in the tranquility of Karaikal Beach and Mahe River Side Walkway. Get ready for an unforgettable adventure!

Trip to Puducherry

Day 1Sun, Sand, and Serenity at Puducherry Beach and Promenade Beach
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$0

Puducherry Beach
8:00 AM - 9:30 AM
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Free
5 - 8 min

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Promenade Beach
Strip of rocky shoreline in a populous urban area with a promenade, a war memorial & a park.
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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Free
Day 2Nature's Paradise at Bharathi Park, Botanical Garden, Pondy Marina, and Karaikal Beach
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$4

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$ 5

Bharathi Park
Landscaped park featuring a Greco-Roman arch structure, plus flowers, a play area & fountains.
8:00 AM - 8:45 AM
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Free
8 - 10 min

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Botanical Garden
Botanical garden built by French colonists on 22 acres with themed plots, an aquarium & train rides.
9:15 AM - 10:45 AM
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$4
11 - 14 min

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Pondy Marina
11:15 AM - 12:15 PM
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Free
234 - 281 min

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Karaikal Beach
Long sandy stretch with a jetty, popular for swimming, boating & strolls, plus a nearby kids' park.
12:45 PM - 1:45 PM
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Free
Day 3Exploring the French Legacy at Pondicherry French Colony, Rock Beach, and Shivam Bath
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$ 2

Pondicherry french colony
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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Free
17 - 26 min

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Rock Beach
Coastal stretch with a seawall & a palm tree-lined promenade, popular for watching the sunrise.
10:30 AM - 12:00 PM
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Free
800 - 960 min

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Shivam Bath, Yanam beach
12:30 PM - 1:00 PM
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Free
Day 4Coastal Delights at Karaikal Beach Park, Eden Beach, and Mahe River Side Walkway
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$ 3

Karaikal Beach Park
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
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Free
223 - 268 min

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Eden Beach - Blue flag Beach
9:30 AM - 11:00 AM
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Free
791 - 950 min

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Mahe River Side Walkway
This popular riverside walkway offers many benches, a relaxed atmosphere & scenic sunset views.
11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
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Free

Budget breakdown: $13 In total

Activities & Food:$4
Transport:$9