Top Pondicherry Tours, Sightseeing & Cruises

Hop a vintage-style bicycle to discover French, Tamil, and Muslim neighborhoods in the scenic, seaside city of Pondicherry. Traveling by bike isn't only a fun way to get around town—you’ll also be able to cover more sights in less time. Speed down cobblestoned streets and beachside promenades, getting a peek at colonial architecture and flower-filled public parks. A garden breakfast is included, with your choice of French or South Indian.

The South Indian city of Pondicherry has long been celebrated for its Gallic influences and with this tour, with beautiful French architecture alongside traditional Dravidian temples. This tour will show you many of the city's highlights, from the Arulmigu Manakula Vinayagar Temple to the Church of Our Lady of Angels. You'll also head out to Auroville to see the gold-domed Matrimandir, a place of meditation and quiet reflection.

Puducherry arts and craft is a delightful experience and we are very fortunate that even today our rich art and craft culture is preserved in the Murungapakkam Village. Experience the famous art and craft of Puducherry by walking around the houses and small joint of Puducherry village, explore the rich art, closely observe the off beat museum, shops, galleries showcasing handicrafts etc.

Make new friends while having a great night out when you join this small-group nightlife tour of Pondicherry. Going out at night when traveling can be intimidating, so feel comfortable touring with a local guide who knows all the best spots. You’ll visit three bars during the evening, and receive three complimentary drinks, including local Pondicherry rose wine.

Explore the beautiful town of Auroville, the famous Indian city built with the hands of the 60s flower power era, visit diverse and spiritual benchmarks including the Savitri Bhavan and Art & Culture centers. Highlights: 1. Walk on the open fields of the Matrimandir Viewpoint and marvel at the stunning monumental structure. 2. Learn about the spiritual significance of the Matrimandir for yoga practitioners and enthusiasts. 3. Experience a variety of activities that foster mindfulness and creativity on your visit to the Arts & Culture Centers. 4. End the tour on a peaceful stroll on the street lined with trendy markets and cafés.

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.

This tour include visit to Aurovil,Sri Aurobindo, Pondicherry Museum, French Colonies Walk tour. Entrances to monuments mentioned in the itinerary and English speaking guide service is well included. We provide pick up and drop off from Jodhpur city hotel. We are further flexible to adjust the guest requirement during the tour if possible.

South India is known for its lush scenery and standout attractions, but the best entry-point into the picturesque region is through its craft traditions. During this unique and instructive lesson, you’ll discover the art of Kolam, rice powder-painted patterns that Indian women draw in front of their homes. Both children and adults are welcome to this family-friendly workshop, which gives insights into local cultures.

Puducherry arts and craft is a delightful experience and we are very fortunate that even today our rich art and craft culture is preserved in the Murungapakkam Village. Experience the famous art and craft of Puducherry by walking around the houses and small joint of Puducherry village, explore the rich art, closely observe the off beat museum, shops, galleries showcasing handicrafts etc.

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Experience Pondicherry like a local with a professional tour guide. Choose an option with Bicycle or E-Bike or Walking Tour Ride In the streets of white town, Tamil Quarters and Muslim quarters Aesthetic Kolam Experience in 19th Century Tamil Quarters.

Puducherry famous for its brightly painted houses with bougainvillea laden walls, large boulevards, streets and road signs boasting French names, gothic churches and colonial buildings, serene backwaters and pristine beaches, topped with authentic French cuisine. Highlights of this Self-Guided Audio Tour • It allows you to go as per your own convenience of time, pace and locations; skip the content that doesn't interest you and listen longer with content that does interest you. • Not necessary to download any location tracking apps, Audio guide can be listen it on online (or) offline. •Available in multiple languages, you can choose the one which you’re more comfortable with. • It is one of the best option with lowest price when compared to hiring a tour guide. •If you have any questions about any attractions, No worries we will answer in your language instantly by message.

If you’ve ticked off the sights and are eager for more in-depth cultural experience, then this family-friendly workshop has you covered. Perfect for both kids and adults, this hands-on lesson teaches the time-honored Indian tradition of Mehendi, decorative designs drawn on hands and feet. Learn the history of the ancient art form as you make your own natural paste then practice tracing lines, building up to elaborate patterns.

If you are running short on time or just come down to explore tourist destinations in and around city, half 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.

With our walking tours, you’ll skip the mundane historical tours and discover the city through a local’s eyes. Experience a tour that will transform the way you travel to make it as much about the people you meet, as it is the places you see. Our local guides (Lokafyers) are passionate about their city and eager to share their knowledge and perspective. Since Lokafyers are not professional guides and tour occasionally, they provide an experience that’s authentic and personal, like a friend showing you around their city. By the end of the tour, you'll feel comfortable navigating the city and confident that you have all the information you need to make the most of your stay.

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.

Travelers visiting Pondicherry will find Arikamedu mentioned in a lot of tourist brochures, as it should be, but sadly enough there is very little information to be had. And a visit to the site itself reveals nothing of the historical significance and the archaeological bounty that lies buried in layers of soil beneath the crumbling ruins of the French Mission House. Indeed, it is quite futile to go to Arikamedu unless you accompanied by someone who has knowledge of its past - stretching back to 2nd century BCE, and beyond! At the site, there is no information board, or a person to explain the history of the place.

Pondicherry is a foodies destination and for centuries it is known for its rich and yummy food culture, we are fortunate today that this rich food culture is preserved in the form of small food joints by some thoughtful people for generations. We have designed this amazing experience for you with an intention to take you to these places for food tasting, so that you can also cherish this food, feast your taste buds and have a fabulous and lasting impression.

Pondicherry's heart lies not in its monuments but in its bazaars, explore the lively markets of Pondicherry and learn about the city’s rich history in the Magical Pondicherry Markets Tour. Experience famous street markets of Pondicherry, its bustling streets exhibiting endless variety of items, flowers, fruits, vegetables, spices, cloth, textiles, jewelry and even necessities.

Pondicherry, or Puducherry as it is now called, remained under French rule until 1954. Even today, French influence is visible everywhere. On this walking tour explore the French quarter of the town and discover the French influence in its houses, official buildings and the Church of Notre Dame. Walk around the town at a leisurely pace and listen to the commentary of your guide as you go past important landmarks. Highlights: • French Quarter landmarks like the Church of Notre Dame • The Government House, an elegant palace with a blend of Indian and European architectural styles • Commentary from your guide

If you are running short on time or just come down to explore tourist destinations in and around city, half 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.

The buildings in French section of Pondicherry are a legacy of French history in India. The French Heritage walk takes you through streets that are laid out in a well-planned grid pattern. The buildings in the French section are easily recognizable by their ornate gateways arches, garden courtyards with multicoloured bougainvilleas and the buildings themselves painted in pleasant hues of lime and peach.

Take a boat ride through mangroves and visit the 10th-century Nataraja Temple in the town of Chidambaram in just one day with this private tour from Pondicherry. You'll have an English-speaking guide with you throughout your experience, making getting around and following proper temple etiquette easy. You'll wrap up your tour with an included lunch served at a local restaurant before making your way back to Pondicherry.

Combine a visit to the Nataraja (dancing Shiva) Temple in Chidambaram with a visit to the Pichavaram Mangrove Forest with this private tour. You'll start with a morning boat ride in the mangrove, where you'll likely spot all sorts of birds and other creatures. You'll then continue to the Nataraja Temple, which dates back to the 10th century before you return to Pondicherry.