8-Day Bachelorette Party Itinerary: Chennai to Wayanad

1. Day 1: Mahabalipuram Beach
   1 hour 19 minutes (29 miles) from Chennai

   Enjoy a day at the beautiful Mahabalipuram Beach. Take a dip, sunbathe and explore the nearby historic monuments.

2. Day 2: Pondicherry Beach
   2 hours 29 minutes (99 miles) from Mahabalipuram Beach

   Spend a day at the picturesque Pondicherry Beach, relax at the Promenade, and indulge in some delicious sea-side cafes.

3. Day 3: Auroville Ashram
   13 minutes (4.3 miles) from Pondicherry Beach

   Visit the spiritual community of Auroville Ashram, take a tour and possibly participate in a mindful meditation session.

4. Day 4: Rock Cut Caves
   4 hours 57 minutes (190 miles) from Auroville Ashram

   Explore the ancient rock-cut Hindu monuments of Ellora Caves. A UNESCO World Heritage Site and a must-visit for history & culture lovers.

5. Day 5: Chembara Peak
   3 hours 47 minutes (109 miles) from Rock Cut Caves

   Hike up the scenic Chembra Peak. The highest peak in Wayanad offering stunning views and refreshment at the heart shaped lake bound by grass.

6. Day 6: Edakkal Caves
   1 hour 1 minute (16 miles) from Chembra Peak

   Discover the pre-historic Edakkal Caves, filled with stunning etchings and paintings that might give you a peek into ancient civilization.

7. Day 7: Pookode Lake
   1 hour 41 minutes (36 miles) from Edakkal Caves

   Relax on the shores of Pookode Lake. Visit nearby Meenmutty waterfalls or perhaps go for zip-lining, of the tree-top adventure!

8. Day 8: Banasura Sagar Dam
   39 minutes (11 miles) Pookode Lake

   End the trip with a visit to the Banasura Sagar Dam, where you can take a boat ride and enjoy breathtaking views.

Time and Costs Estimates

• Mahabalipuram Beach (Free Entry, 3-5 hours)
• Pondicherry Beach (Free Entry, 3-5 hours)
• Auroville Ashram (Free Entry, 2-3 hours)
• Rock Cut Caves (INR 40 per person, 2-3 hours)
• Chembra Peak (INR 500-1000 per group, 4-6hours)
• Edakkal Caves (INR 20 per person, 1-2 hours)
• Pookode Lake (INR 10 per person, 3-4 hours)
• Banasura Sagar Dam (INR 20 per person, 2-3 hours)
Total Estimated Costs: INR 580-1100 per person

Useful Tips

If you have more time, you could add a visit to the Meenmutty Waterfalls in Wayanad or a trip to Coimbatore for some shopping. If you have less, you could skip Pondicherry Beach. Pack sunscreen, comfortable shoes and clothes suitable for all activities. Stay hydrated throughout the trip.