Mahabalipuram, Pondicherry & Chennai Heritage Coast

In short
Mahabalipuram, Pondicherry & Chennai Heritage Coast is a 5 Days cultural tour in Tamil Nadu priced on request (quoted for your dates and group). It is rated Easy difficulty, runs best in Nov–Feb, with group sizes of Private trip, any group size. Stays, vehicles and guides are arranged through trusted travel partners, with XTSY as your single point of contact.
Mahabalipuram, Pondicherry & Chennai Heritage Coast at a glance
- Price
- On request
- Duration
- 5 Days
- Location
- Tamil Nadu
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Best season
- Nov–Feb
- Group size
- Private trip, any group size
- Category
- cultural
- Booking
- Direct with XTSY — no OTA commission
Tamil Nadu’s coast: Chennai’s temples and Marina, Mahabalipuram’s UNESCO-listed shore temples and rock carvings, Pondicherry’s French Quarter and Auroville.
Tour highlights
- 1Day 1
Chennai
- Pickup from Chennai airport or station
- Kapaleeshwarar Temple, Mylapore
- Marina Beach at sunset
Overnight: Chennai
- 2Day 2
Mahabalipuram
- DakshinaChitra heritage village on the way
- Shore Temple, Pancha Rathas and Arjuna’s Penance
Overnight: Mahabalipuram
- 3Day 3
To Pondicherry
- Coastal drive to Pondicherry
- French Quarter walk and the Promenade
- Sri Aurobindo Ashram
Overnight: Pondicherry
- 4Day 4
Auroville
- Auroville visitor centre and Matrimandir viewing point
- Afternoon at Paradise Beach
Overnight: Pondicherry
- 5Day 5
Departure
- Drive to Chennai (about 3 hours)
- Trip concludes
What’s included
- ✓ Stays on twin sharing through trusted travel partners
- ✓ Private vehicle with driver for the whole route
- ✓ Sightseeing as per the itinerary
- ✓ Daily breakfast
- ✓ An XTSY trip coordinator on WhatsApp throughout
Not included
- ✕ Flights or train tickets to the start point
- ✕ Entry tickets, camera fees and boat rides unless stated
- ✕ Lunch and dinner unless stated
- ✕ Special or VIP darshan tickets at temples
- ✕ Personal expenses, tips and travel insurance
How much does this tour cost?
It is priced on request: the cost depends on your dates, group size and hotel category. Message the XTSY desk on WhatsApp (+91 88373 17070) with your dates and number of travellers and we will send a quote.
Who runs the trip on the ground?
XTSY's own property is in New Shillong Township, Meghalaya. On this tour, stays, vehicles and local guides are arranged through trusted travel partners, with XTSY as your single point of contact.
When is the best time to go?
November to February, after the northeast monsoon and before the heat.
Can the itinerary be changed?
Yes. Every trip is private, so days, stays and pace can be adjusted to suit you.
Are there dress codes or entry rules at the temples?
Yes. Most temples expect modest traditional dress (dhoti or trousers for men, saree, salwar or long skirts for women), and some, especially in Kerala, admit only Hindus to the inner sanctum. Shoes are left outside, and photography is not allowed inside many shrines. Your coordinator will brief you before each visit.
XTSY’s own stay is in New Shillong Township. Stays, vehicles and guides elsewhere on this tour are arranged through trusted travel partners, with XTSY as your single point of contact. All tours
Want it your way?
Every itinerary can change. Tell a travel expert your dates and pace on WhatsApp.
Price on request
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