Full-day guided tour of Pondicherry with lunch

• Exclusive transportation • All applicable taxes, fees, and handling charges • Meal included • Tour guide • Dedicated guide throughout the duration

• Breakfast is not included.

• Infants must be seated on an adult's lap • Nearby public transportation options are accessible • Designed to accommodate all levels of physical fitness • Lunch will take place at a traditional South Indian restaurant

To receive a full refund, cancellations must be made a minimum of 24 hours prior to the scheduled departure.

Pickup will occur from the hotel lobby.

• The itinerary starts with a visit to the memorial of Sri Aurobindo Ghosh at the Aurobindo Ashram, providing insights into his life, philosophies, and revolutionary ideas, along with a segment dedicated to his noted disciple, Mirra Alfassa. It is an ideal spot for meditation. • A stroll through the city is arranged to showcase the unique French architectural style, allowing appreciation of Pondicherry's French heritage. • The tour includes a visit to the Sri Aurobindo Paper Factory, which has been operational for 50 years, producing paper from 100% cotton rag pulp. Guests will learn about the paper-making process, which includes techniques such as silk screen printing and marbling. • A walk along the scenic promenade of Pondicherry adjacent to the Bay of Bengal follows. • After lunch, the journey continues to Auroville, an innovative community where individuals from around the globe live without the ties of nationality. Auroville embodies the vision of a global space for people of goodwill to coexist peacefully and harmoniously. Guests will observe the sustainable living practices adopted by its residents. The Matri Mandir, a large dome intended for silent meditation, can be viewed from the exterior. Access to meditate inside requires permission to be obtained in person a day in advance.