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Spiritual Walk Tour Pondicherry
This walk is very different because when we go on any tour, we are exploring and experiencing places and things that are outside, but on this tour we will be taking a journey inwards and you will explore the very life within, it could be a life changing experience if you decide to take it in the right perspective. Connect the dots of spirituality, religion and science to make sense and go beyond the framework of logic, an experience designed to elevate your spiritual journey.
3.5(2)
2 Hours
Pondicherry
- Free cancellation
From
$12
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Magical Pondicherry Markets Tour
Pondicherry's true essence can be found not in its landmarks but in its vibrant markets. Immerse yourself in the energy of the city as you explore the lively bazaars on our 'Magical Pondicherry Markets Tour.' Witness the famous street markets, where you'll find a myriad of offerings, from flowers, fruits, and vegetables to spices, textiles, jewelry, and everyday essentials, all while discovering the rich history of the city
3.4(5)
2 Hours
Pondicherry
- Free cancellation
From
$12
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Indian Dance, Music, Classes, and Shows
You get to choose what you want to learn. It could be Indian Classical Dance like Bharatanatyam or Mohiniyattam. Or you want to try some Indian Free Style like Indian Cinematic Dances like Tamil Kuthu or Bollywood Dance. Takeaways: Choices of Dance Forms is available. If you do not prefer to dance, you could watch some enthralling performances ( Only for watching shows, free of cost for children below 7 years). You will learn some great dance stories, history, and about the costumes and accessories of the dance forms. You get to a choreography for a dance, record it, and have your own mini performance at our place. Welcome drink is provided - A warm cup of black tea cooking buttermilk or refreshing lime juice.
3.3(4)
1h 30m
Pondicherry
- Free cancellation
From
$18
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Best of the Pondicherry (Guided Full Day City Tour)
If you are running short on time or just come down to explore tourist destinations in and around city, full day city tour is the best option. We have picked up all the spilled pieces together and created a beautiful garland of it in our Trails of Pondicherry tour, an unmatched heritage experience with awesome stories to understand a city's existence, culture and lifestyle.
3.0(2)
8 Hours
Pondicherry
- Free cancellation
- Private tour
From
$117
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Day Trip to Mahabalipuram (Curated Private Sightseeing Experience)
Experience the popular gateway Mahabalipuram’s UNESCO World Heritage Sites near to Chennai, known for its picturesque beauty, carved temples and rock-cut caves, heritage and culture on this guided day trip to Chennai's most perennial favorite gateway.
3.0(1)
10 Hours
Pondicherry
- Free cancellation
- Private tour
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$131
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Pondicherry Private Day Tour with Car Guide and Cycle Ride
Experience the best of Pondicherry in a single day. Visit the peaceful Auroville, enjoy a guided cycling tour through beautiful villages, relax at Rock Beach, and end your day with a traditional South Indian dinner and cultural activities at a local home. This tour offers a perfect mix of spirituality, adventure, and cultural immersion.
10 Hours
Pondicherry
- Free cancellation
- Private tour
From
$75
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The best of Pondicherry walking tour
Together with the professional guide, you will visit the most charming places in the city. You will have a chance to explore the city, while hearing fascinating facts and legends. Have you ever heard that places in Pondicherry are known for preserving the remnants of French heritage with Indian culture? And offering a jolly good time to tourists? From its beaches to historical monuments and from its temples to churches, Pondicherry is an interesting tourist destination in India. You will be surprised how many stories are hidden in the streets, buildings and corners of Pondicherry. Your charming guide will tell you what is special and unique about living in this city. Perfect for those who are visiting the city for the first time and want to get the most of it!
2 Hours
Pondicherry
- Free cancellation
- Private tour
From
$475
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1-Hour Traditional Kolam Art class using Colored Flour with Guide
What is actually Kolam? Why it is so significant in Indian House Hold? Why do one take this painstaking act of drawing on public roads every single day, not just on some occasion? You will get all these questions answered in the workshop. Take aways: 1. Learn different patterns of Kolam and hands-on training on each style. 2. A Kolam kit to take home for practice - includes a design template and a range of colored Kolam powder. 3. Kolam powder preparation will be taught. 4. A manual will be emailed later. 5. Welcome drink - A warm cup of black tea or cooling butter milk or refreshing lime juice.
1h 30m
Pondicherry
- Free cancellation
From
$13
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Private Day Tour from Pondicherry to Tranquebar Treasures
Enjoy a full-day private tour from Pondicherry to Tranquebar, exploring ancient temples, spiritual centres, colonial forts, and peaceful beaches. This journey gives you a glimpse into Tamil Nadu’s rich culture and coastal beauty.
9 Hours
Pondicherry
- Free cancellation
- Private tour
From
$52
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From Pondicherry to Kanchipuram and Mahabalipuram Heritage Tour
Experience a full-day cultural journey from Pondicherry to the historic temple city of Kanchipuram and the UNESCO World Heritage site of Mahabalipuram. Visit ancient temples, admire magnificent rock-cut monuments, enjoy a traditional South Indian vegetarian lunch, and return comfortably to your hotel after a day rich in heritage, spirituality, and coastal charm.
12 Hours
Pondicherry
- Free cancellation
- Private tour
- New
From
$140
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Cooking class in Pondicherry (with Lunch or Dinner)
Pondicherry, now officially known as Puducherry, was the largest French colony in India. French influence is visible in all the streets and buildings and the French language is widely spoken to date. This influence is so strong that Pondicherry is often referred to as ‘The French Riviera of the East’. Enjoy the stunning shoreline of Pondicherry as you drive to your hosts’ residence for a cooking class of authentic Pondicherry cuisine- a fusion of French and Tamil cuisine. Highlights: • Welcome drink • Introduction to Pondicherry cuisine • Cooking class with an English speaking instructor • Lunch or dinner
3 Hours
Pondicherry
- Free cancellation
- Private tour
From
$268
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South Indian Dinner With A Local Family In Pondicherry
Pondicherry otherwise called Puducherry or Pondi is home to the most flawless shorelines in India. This tour offers a cooking class at a local home in Pondicherry. Prepare a South Indian meal with your hosts and then enjoy it with them. It is a unique experience where you also get to interact with your hosts and learn more about the culture of Pondicherry. Highlights: • A typical home in Pondicherry • A traditional South Indian meal • Interaction with your hosts
3 Hours
Pondicherry
- Free cancellation
- Private tour
From
$141
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Cultural Day Tour of Pondicherry and Auroville with Lunch
On this six-hour tour explore the major sights of the former French colony of Pondicherry and visit the unique township of Auroville. Pondicherry, or Puducherry as it is now called, remained under French rule until 1954. Even today, French influence is visible everywhere. Situated at a distance of 7 miles from Pondicherry is Auroville, an experimental township that was founded in 1968 and is today home to people of several nationalities. Highlights: • French quarter • Statue of Mahatma Gandhi • Bharati Park • Matrimandir • Sri Aurobindo Ashram
6 Hours
Pondicherry
- Free cancellation
- Private tour
From
$280
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Cultural Day Tour of Pondicherry and Auroville
On this six-hour tour explore the major sights of the former French colony of Pondicherry and visit the unique township of Auroville. Pondicherry, or Puducherry as it is now called, remained under French rule until 1954. Even today, French influence is visible everywhere. Auroville is an experimental township that was founded in 1968 and is today home to people of several nationalities. Highlights: • French quarter • Statue of Mahatma Gandhi • Bharati Park • Matrimandir - Auroville • Sri Aurobindo Ashram
6 Hours
Pondicherry
- Free cancellation
- Private tour
From
$231
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Pondicherry City Bicycle Tour
This guided bicycle tour discovers Pondicherry’s different neighborhoods. It is a two-hour long excursion through the various quarters of this town marked by French colonial influences. Explore the French, Muslim and Tamil quarters of Pondicherry during the early morning hours. Highlights: • French Quarter • Barathi Park and Government Park. • Basilica of the Sacred Heart of Jesus • Botanical gardens, and Old Town
2 Hours
Pondicherry
- Free cancellation
- Private tour
From
$157
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Romantic tour in Pondicherry
An exclusive tour for all the romantics of the world! Together with the professional local guide, you will visit the most romantic places in the city. A perfect getaway spot for lovers? For seekers of spirituality and romance, Pondicherry is known for the location of Auroville, attracting thousands of lovers to explore this beautiful city. These places in Pondicherry are known for preserving the remnants of French heritage with Indian culture and offering a jolly good time. You will feel spellbound in a charming atmosphere. What is considered as one of the best places to have a date in the city? Where can you make lovely photos? You will be surprised how many historical love stories are hidden in the streets, buildings, parks of the city. From heartbreaking and tragic, to the hilarious or spicy ones. This tour is especially recommended in the Saint Valentine period!
2 Hours
Pondicherry
- Free cancellation
- Private tour
From
$475
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Pichavaram Mangrove & Nataraja Temple from Pondicherry With Lunch
Embark on a fascinating journey from Pondicherry to explore the mystical beauty of Pichavaram Mangrove Forest and the spiritual charm of Nataraja Temple in Chidambaram. Begin your day with a scenic drive to Pichavaram, where you'll witness the breathtaking sight of the second-largest mangrove forest in the world. Glide through the maze of waterways on a boat cruise, surrounded by lush greenery and abundant wildlife. After the mangrove adventure, head to Chidambaram to visit the ancient Nataraja Temple, dedicated to Lord Shiva in his form as the cosmic dancer. Marvel at the intricate sculptures and architecture of this sacred site, and immerse yourself in the spiritual aura of the temple. Conclude your day with a delicious lunch, savoring local flavors before returning to Pondicherry, enriched by a day of natural and cultural exploration.
12 Hours
Pondicherry
- Free cancellation
- Private tour
From
$126
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Sri Arunachaleswara Temple Tour From Pondicherry
Embark on a spiritual journey with the Sri Arunachaleswara Temple tour from Pondicherry. Your day begins with a visit to the ancient Arunachaleswara Temple, dedicated to Lord Shiva, known for its grand architecture and spiritual significance. Explore the sacred Arunachala Mountain, believed to be a form of Lord Shiva himself, and experience its tranquil aura. En route, visit the Sri Ramana Ashram, a spiritual center founded by the renowned sage Ramana Maharshi, and the Virupaksha Cave, where Ramana Maharshi meditated for several years. Enjoy the convenience of hotel pickup and drop-off, ensuring a comfortable and hassle-free experience.
12 Hours
Pondicherry
- Free cancellation
- Private tour
From
$70
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Experience Hands on Pottery Workshop
Unleash your creativity in a hands-on pottery workshop at SITA Cultural Center, where the simplicity of clay meets artistic expression. Guided by a professional instructor, this immersive experience introduces you to the fundamentals of pottery, from understanding clay's texture to mastering hand-building and wheel techniques. You'll appreciate the meditative rhythm as you shape your masterpiece, connecting with the earth in a relaxing atmosphere suited for all skill levels. Leave with a unique handmade pottery piece, a personal reminder of your creative journey.
1 Hour
Pondicherry
- Free cancellation
- New
From
$20
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Day trip to Tiruvannamalai Temple and Sri Ramana Ashram from Pondicherry
On this day excursion from Pondicherry, visit the largest Shiva temple in the world. The temple is situated in the town of Thiruvannamalai, about 60 miles from Pondicherry. After a tour of the temple, visit the nearby Ashram (monastery) of the Saint and Philosopher, Sri Ramana Maharshi, who lived here until his death in 1950. Highlights • Drive through the South Indian countryside • Visit to Arunachaleswarar Temple, the largest Shiva temple in the world • Visit to Sri Ramana Maharshi Ashram
8 Hours
Pondicherry
- Free cancellation
- Private tour
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$236
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Day trip to Tiruvannamalai Temple &Sri Ramana Ashram from Pondicherry with lunch
On this day excursion from Pondicherry, visit the largest Shiva temple in the world. The temple is situated in the town of Thiruvannamalai, about 60 miles from Pondicherry. After a tour of the temple, visit the nearby Ashram (monastery) of the Saint and Philosopher, Sri Ramana Maharshi, who lived here until his death in 1950. Highlights • Drive through the South Indian countryside • Visit to Arunachaleswarar Temple, the largest Shiva temple in the world • Visit to Sri Ramana Maharshi Ashram
8 Hours
Pondicherry
- Free cancellation
- Private tour
From
$300
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