Group assembles at Tenali Railway Station; final roll-call, baggage check and boarding instructions by Om Sai Vacations (OSV) staff. Ensure student lists, teacher contacts and medical kits are ready before departure.
Board the reserved AC train to Chennai; travel included in the package. Exact train timings will be confirmed at booking, keep tickets and attendance sheet handy.
Explore the Government Museum (Egmore) to see archaeology, numismatics and South Indian bronzes — excellent for history and art lessons; the museum typically opens 9:00am–5:00pm and is closed on Mondays and major holidays, so plan accordingly.
Visit Valluvar Kottam to learn about the life and works of Thiruvalluvar; the monument is open roughly 8:30am–6:00pm and provides a compact cultural stop suitable for photo and quick study.
See Kapaleeshwarar Temple — a fine example of Dravidian temple architecture and daily ritual practice; temple hours usually include 5:30am–12:30pm and 4:00pm–9:00pm (check for festival timings).
Group-friendly, hygienic and quick-service vegetarian meals ideal for students; the outlet typically operates 7:00am–11:00pm and can accommodate large groups with prior notice.
Explore the 7th–8th century Pallava monuments — Shore Temple (ASI) and the impressive open-air bas-reliefs including Arjuna’s Penance and Five Rathas; ASI sites are generally open 6:00am–6:00pm, so schedule earlier in the day where possible and note that entry fees for ASI monuments may apply.
Check in to Ocean Spray Resort; rooms arranged quad‑sharing for students and separate rooms for teachers/escorts as per booking. Brief orientation and safety instructions on arrival.
Visit Sri Aurobindo Ashram to learn about its philosophy and community life; the Ashram generally permits visitors in the morning and early afternoon (visiting hours often 8:00am–12:00pm and 2:00pm–6:00pm), with a quiet, reflective environment.
Educational visit to Auroville Visitor Centre to understand the township’s ideals, sustainable projects and the Matrimandir concept (Matrimandir entry requires prior booking — plan ahead if students need an inside visit). Visitor Centre usually open 9:00am–5:00pm.
Guided walking tour of the French Quarter to study colonial architecture, street planning and cultural fusion; small walking groups recommended for supervision and best learning experience (shops and monuments generally open 9:00am–6:00pm).
Stroll along Promenade Beach to observe coastal environment, colonial-era monuments and public life; promenade is open day and evening (best around late afternoon).
Supervised cultural interaction, team-building games or a short student-led presentation at the resort — ideal to reflect on learnings from Auroville and Pondicherry heritage (resort spaces available from late afternoon).
Coach journey from Pondicherry to Kanchipuram (allow ~3 hours); onboard educational briefing about temple architecture that students will see on arrival.
Visit Kailasanathar Temple to study Pallava-era architecture and stone carvings; temple hours generally allow daytime visits (confirm local timings and festival hours in advance).
Explore Ekambareswarar Temple — an excellent example of Dravidian temple scale and legend; typical temple visiting times include morning and late afternoon sessions (plan midday darshan confirmation).
Attend a local silk-weaving centre for a step-by-step demonstration on loom work and the Kanchipuram saree tradition; interactive demo ideal for vocational learning and cultural heritage appreciation — workshops typically operate 9:00am–6:00pm and can host school groups by prior arrangement.
Lunch at a hygienic, group-friendly restaurant such as a recommended local vegetarian/clean dining venue; restaurants normally serve lunch from 11:00am–3:00pm and can be pre-booked for large parties.
Coach transfer to Chennai Railway Station with headcounts and rest stops; prepare for boarding the return AC train to Tenali (arrival time depending on traffic).
Board the reserved AC return train to Tenali (tickets included). Exact departure time to be confirmed during booking; teachers and OSV staff will manage boarding and berths.
Arrival at Tenali Railway Station; final roll-call, group photos and distribution of souvenirs before students disperse to guardians/parents. Tour officially concludes here.