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Pondicherry, Vellankanni, Rameshwaram, Kanyakumari, and Kollam 5-Day Itinerary in June 2023

  1. Day 1: Pondicherry
    2 hours (99.2 miles) from Chennai Airport

    Start your day by exploring the French Quarter of Pondicherry. Visit the famous Sri Aurobindo Ashram and learn about the teachings of Sri Aurobindo and The Mother. After lunch, head to the Promenade Beach and take a stroll along the Bay of Bengal. In the evening, visit the Basilica of the Sacred Heart of Jesus and marvel at its neo-gothic architecture.

  2. Day 2: Vellankanni
    3 hours 45 minutes (118.6 miles) from Pondicherry

    In the morning, visit the Shrine Basilica of Our Lady of Health and learn about the history of the church and its significance to the local community. After lunch, take a walk along the Vellankanni Beach and enjoy the view of the Bay of Bengal. In the evening, visit the Velankanni Church Museum and learn about the history of the shrine.

  3. Day 3: Rameshwaram
    4 hours 15 minutes (171.1 miles) from Vellankanni

    Start your day by visiting the famous Ramanathaswamy Temple and take a holy dip in the sea. After lunch, explore the Pamban Bridge, the longest sea bridge in India, and enjoy the panoramic view of the sea. In the evening, visit the Dhanushkodi Ghost Town and learn about the history and significance of the place.

  4. Day 4: Kanyakumari
    3 hours 30 minutes (133.7 miles) from Rameshwaram

    In the morning, visit the Vivekananda Rock Memorial and learn about the teachings of Swami Vivekananda. After lunch, take a boat ride to the Thiruvalluvar Statue and enjoy the panoramic view of the sea. In the evening, visit the Kanyakumari Beach and enjoy the sunset over the Arabian Sea.

  5. Day 5: Kollam
    3 hours 30 minutes (96.3 miles) from Kanyakumari

    Start your day by visiting the Ashtamudi Lake and take a boat ride to explore the backwaters of Kollam. After lunch, visit the Thangassery Light House and enjoy the view of the Arabian Sea. In the evening, visit the Mahatma Gandhi Beach and enjoy the sunset over the Arabian Sea.

Recommendations

While in Pondicherry, consider taking a side trip to Auroville, an experimental township. In Rameshwaram, you can also visit the Rama Setu, a chain of limestone shoals. In Kanyakumari, visit the Padmanabhapuram Palace, a beautiful wooden palace. To maximize your fun, try the local cuisine and shop for souvenirs at local markets.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Sri Aurobindo Ashram (2 hours, Free)
  • Basilica of the Sacred Heart of Jesus (1 hour, Free)
  • Shrine Basilica of Our Lady of Health (2 hours, Free)
  • Velankanni Church Museum (1 hour, Free)
  • Ramanathaswamy Temple (2 hours, Free)
  • Pamban Bridge (1 hour, Free)
  • Dhanushkodi Ghost Town (2 hours, Free)
  • Vivekananda Rock Memorial (2 hours, Free)
  • Thiruvalluvar Statue (1 hour, Free)
  • Ashtamudi Lake (2 hours, Free)
  • Thangassery Light House (1 hour, Free)
  • Mahatma Gandhi Beach (1 hour, Free)
  • Total Estimated Costs: Free
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