Honeymoon Itinerary for Two Perfect Days in Pondicherry

  1. Day 1: Auroville and Aurobindo Ashram
    25 minutes (10.5 km) from Puducherry Beach

    Begin your honeymoon exploring the peace and spirituality of Auroville. Experience the serene atmosphere, an amazing architectural marvel and fascinating history of the town. Follow that by a visit to the Aurobindo Ashram that has its own beauty and history with mindfulness. After that, you could enjoy some souvenir shopping at the boutiques for handmade soaps, candles, and apparel.

  2. Day 2: Promenade Beach and French War Memorial
    10 minutes (2 km) from the Puducherry Museum

    Start the day with a relaxing walk with your loved one, hand in hand, on the picturesque Promenade Beach and enjoy the scenic view of the Bay of Bengal. Visit the French War Memorial to pay tribute to the soldiers who died in World War I, an exceptionally beautiful statue. After that, you could savor the delicacies of French cuisine and chic ambiance in one of the many French cafes like Baker Street, Café des Arts or Le Café.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Auroville (2-4 hours, free entry)
  • Aurobindo Ashram (1-2 hours, free entry)
  • Pondicherry boutique shopping (1-2 hours, INR 500-1000)
  • Promenade Beach (1-2 hours, free entry)
  • French War Memorial (30 minutes, free entry)
  • Dining in a French cafe (1-2 hours, INR 800-1500 for two)
  • Total Estimated Cost: INR 2300-3500 per couple for the entire trip.

Useful Tips

Pondicherry has a lot to offer which needs more time especially if you want to enjoy few more beaches like Paradise or Serenity Beach. Consider extending your stay so that you could explore more of what you want to truly enjoy. You could add a visit to the Botanical Gardens or go Scuba diving at Anna Salai. If you are keen on some water activities and sports like snorkeling, boating, and kayaking, you can visit Chunnambar Beach which is also called as “Paradise Beach”.

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