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On the day of arrival at Chennai airport, Alkof Holidays representative will meet you and transfer you to Tirupati. En-route visit the famous Srikalahasti Temple, set on the banks of River Swarnamukhi. After seeking blessings of Lord Shiva, continue your drive to Tirupati. Upon arrival check-in at the hotel, rest of the day at leisure. Overnight stay at the hotel in Tirupati.
After breakfast at the hotel, visit the Tirupati Balaji or Lord Venkateshwara Temple - one of the most sacred Hindu temples in India. This ancient and beautiful temple is the most picturesque pilgrimage center in South India, located at the foot of the Tirumala hills - which is spread over seven hills. One must see the fervor with which the devotees stand in long queues for a glimpse of Lord Venkateshwara. Masses of coins, jewelry & hair are received as offerings. After darshan at Tirupati Balaji Temple (Venkateshwar Temple), also visit Sri Padmavathi Ammavari Temple - The main deity of the temple is Goddess Padmavathi, the consort of Lord Venkateswara. Next, pay a visit to Kapil Theertham - a beautiful temple dedicated to Lord Shiva, located at the end of the beautiful waterfalls of Tirumala. Also visit Sri Govindaraja Swami Temple, an important shrine in Tirupati, which has traditional architectural style of Vaishnava sect. It is believed that the foundation stone of this temple was laid by Ramanuja in 1235. Later in the evening drive back to the hotel for overnight stay.
After breakfast at the hotel, leave for Pondicherry. Upon arrival at Pondicherry, check-in at the hotel. Rest of the day at leisure, enjoy the pleasant weather of the place and capture some special moments at the Promenade Beach. You can also explore the Nehru Street Market for shopping. Overnight stay at the hotel.
Pondicherry (or Puducherry), a French colonial settlement in India until 1954, is now a Union Territory town bounded by the southeastern Tamil Nadu state. Its French legacy is preserved in its French Quarter, with tree-lined streets, mustard-colored colonial villas and chic boutiques. A seaside promenade runs along the Bay of Bengal and passes several statues, including a 4m-high Gandhi Memorial.
After breakfast at the hotel, leave for the Auroville City. Founded in 1968 by the spiritual leader Mirra Alfassa, Auroville is an experimental community in southern India. It is a free town where people from all over the world could live in harmony. Its focal point is the Matrimandir, a futuristic, spherical temple covered in gold discs. Auroville Botanical Gardens protects the region’s tropical dry evergreen forest. Auroville Beach is a long sandy stretch with gentle surf. Visit the Aurobindo Ashram in Pondicherry, founded by the Bengali philosopher, Sri Aurobindo back in the early 20th century. After that, visit Arulmigu Manakula Vinayagar Temple. Later in the evening enjoy the fun boat rides at the Chunnambar Backwater. Rest of the day at leisure. Overnight stay at the hotel in Pondicherry.
After breakfast at the hotel, Alkof Holidays representative will transfer you to the Chennai airport to board the flight to your home or onward destination.
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Pai Viceroy Tirupathi | Tirupati | Hotel |
Le Royal Park | Pondicherry | Hotel |
Note: Hotel upgrades are available as per your choice.
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A deposit of 10% is required to confirm this tour, and the remaining balance will be charged 60 days prior tour starting date. For any bookings within 60 days of departure, the full tour amount will be charged upon booking. This can be paid through bank transfer, credit/debit card, or cash.
No additional cancellation fees apply for this tour. You can cancel the tour prior tour starting date and avoid paying the full amount, but the deposit you have paid is non-refundable. No refund applies for cancellations within of tour starting date.
It is the sole responsibility of each individual traveller to get the required visa(s) for this tour, as visa requirements vary depending on your nationality. We recommend to check with the Embassy of India in your home country.
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