Puducherry/Pondicherry

Suggested Itinerary

Day 1: French Quarter & Heritage Walk

Morning:

• Arrive in Puducherry and check-in (stay in or near the White Town area for the best experience).
  
  

• Breakfast at Coromandel Cafe or Le Café (seafront cafe).
  
  

• Walk along Promenade Beach – visit Gandhi Statue, Old Lighthouse, and French War Memorial.
  
  

Midday:

• Explore the French Quarter (White Town) – colonial buildings, pastel villas, and street art.
  
  

• Visit Notre Dame des Anges Church and Immaculate Conception Cathedral.
  
  

• Lunch at Villa Shanti or Café des Arts.
  
  

Afternoon:

• Relax or shop at local boutiques like La Maison Rose, Auroville Boutique, or Janaki.
  
  

• Visit Puducherry Museum for French and Tamil heritage.
  
  

Evening:

• Sunset walk or cycle along the Rock Beach.
  
  

• Dinner at Bay of Buddha (rooftop with sea view) or Les Saveurs.
  
  

Day 2: Auroville & Serenity

Morning:

• Breakfast and early departure for Auroville (~30 mins from town).
  
  

• Visit the Matrimandir Viewing Point – a golden meditation dome surrounded by peaceful gardens.
  
  

  • Note: Booking in advance is required if you want to enter the inner chamber.
    
    

Midday:

• Lunch at Auroville Bakery, Sustenance Farm, or Naturellement Café.
  
  

• Visit artisan communities in Auroville (e.g., Sadhna Forest, Upasana Design Studio, Well Café).
  
  

Afternoon:

• Head to Serenity Beach – less crowded, ideal for lounging or surfing (rentals available).
  
  

• Try an Ayurvedic massage at Kerala Ayurvedic Health Care or Sarvanga Spa.
  
  

Evening:

• Return to Puducherry.
  
  

• Dinner at The Promenade Hotel or Carte Blanche at The De L’Orient.
  
  

Day 3: Temples, Markets & Local Life

Morning:

• Visit Sri Aurobindo Ashram for peaceful reflection (arrive early to avoid crowds).
  
  

• Explore Manakula Vinayagar Temple – known for its colorful walls and elephant blessings.
  
  

Midday:

• Breakfast or brunch at Bread & Chocolate (Auroville area) or Baker Street (French bakery in town).
  
  

• Visit Botanical Garden or Bharathi Park for a green break.
  
  

Afternoon:

• Local shopping at Mission Street: handmade soaps, incense, textiles, and organic products.
  
  

• Explore Goubert Market for fresh produce and flower stalls.
  
  

Evening:

• Final beach stroll or dinner at a place of your choice.
  
  

• Depart or spend an additional night if traveling the next day.