Morning: Start your day at the Promenade Beach, one of the most popular and picturesque spots in Pondicherry. Take a refreshing morning walk and enjoy the sunrise. You can also rent a bicycle or a motorbike and explore the surrounding area.
Afternoon: Head to the Sri Aurobindo Ashram, a spiritual community founded in 1926. Take a tour of the ashram and learn about the life and teachings of Sri Aurobindo and his spiritual collaborator, the Mother.
Evening: Visit the Manakula Vinayagar Temple, a Hindu temple dedicated to Lord Ganesha. Take part in the evening puja and witness the beautiful rituals and ceremonies.
Day 2: Auroville
30 minutes (10 km) from Promenade Beach
Morning: Start your day at the Matrimandir, the spiritual and architectural heart of Auroville. Take a guided tour of the Matrimandir and learn about its history and significance.
Afternoon: Explore the Auroville village and its various activities. Visit the Auroville Bakery and the Auroville Paper Factory. You can also take a pottery class at the Golden Bridge Pottery.
Evening: Watch the sunset at the Auroville Beach and enjoy dinner at the nearby restaurants.
Recommendations
If you have time, visit the Chunnambar Boat House and take a boat ride to the Paradise Beach. You can also visit the Pondicherry Museum and the Botanical Garden. For a unique experience, try a yoga or meditation class at the Yoga Center.