ETHNIC WEAVES
04 Nights / 05 Days
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CHENNAI | MAHABALIPURAM | PONDICHERRY | KANCHIPURAM
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DAY 01 CHENNAI
Arrival at Chennai. You are greeted and assisted at the Airport by GITC representative and transferred to hotel. Rest of the day at leisure.

This metropolis is often called the cultural capital of India for its deep-rooted traditions and long heritage. Chennai, earlier known as Madras, also the capital Tamil Nadu is regarded as the Gateway to Southern India. The city of Chennai represents a unique and diverse culture, which is an interesting amalgam of traditional charm and the modernity. One of the few metropolitans of India, Chennai is also one of the most important business and commercial centers of India.
Overnight at Hotel Savera.
  
 

DAY 02 CHENNAI – MAHABALIPURAM [58 kms | 1 ½ hrs]
After breakfast, checkout & drive to Mahabalipuram
The little seaside town of Mahabalipuram, an hour’s drive from Chennai, has a beautiful beach spanning 20 kms. The 7th century town is famous for its rock-hewn temples, sculptures and the world’s largest stone basalt relief. Check in at hotel upon arrival.
Later proceed for sightseeing of Mahabalipuram, a sculptors’ delight, covering Arjuna’s Penance, Krishna Mandapam, Five Rathas and Shore Temple.
Overnight at Ideal Beach Resort.

DAY 03 MAHABALIPURAM - PONDICHERRY [115 kms | 3 hrs]
After breakfast, check out and drive to Pondicherry.
A former French colony, Pondicherry is a unique fusion of Indian and French cultures. A 32 kms long coastline along a charming French Boulevard town makes it a sought after getaway, attracting many tourists. An added attraction here is the township of Auroville, an oasis of peace and enlightenment & Aurobindo Ashram, which draws devotes from all over the world. Check in at hotel for 01 night stay. Later, visit the township of Auroville & Aurobindo Ashram.
Overnight at Annamalai International.

DAY 04 PONDICHERRY – KANCHIPURAM [135 kms | 3½ hrs]
After breakfast, check out and drive to Kanchipuram.
Kanchipuram, the city of 1000 temples is one among the 7 most sacred pilgrim centers of the Hindus. The city was the capital of the early Cholas till the 2nd century BC and a Pallava capital between the 6th & 8th centuries. Today you will visit the famous temples of Kanchipuram viz., Kailasanatha Temple, Ekambaranathar Temple, Devarajaswami Temple and can have a glimpse of the thriving handloom industry spread over here.
Overnight at G R T Regency.

DAY 05 PONDICHERRY – CHENNAI [163 kms | 4 hrs]
Time to bid farewell. On time transfer to Chennai airport / railway station for your return journey.
Tour Concludes!





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INCLUSIONS:
o 04 nights accommodation in standard rooms in the hotels mentioned above or similar.
o Room & breakfast in all suggested hotels.
o All transfers and sightseeing as per the itinerary in non air-conditioned medium car.
All currently applicable taxes. (any Govt. or State taxes subsequently introduced will be extra.)

EXCLUSIONS:
o Expenses of a personal nature such as hard/soft drinks, local guides, entrance at monuments, still/video camera fees at monuments, laundry, phone/fax, tips & gratuities and any items not specified above.
o Any meals, accommodation or services not mentioned in the itinerary, hotel list or ‘includes’ list.
o Flight / Train tickets. Any increase in fuel costs.


     
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