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Rail Adventure in Chennai

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Day 1: Coastal Exploration

Chennai, India

8:00 AM

Breakfast at Saravana Bhavan

Start your day with a delicious South Indian breakfast at Saravana Bhavan, known for its idlis and dosas.
Saravana Bhavan is located in the heart of Chennai, easily accessible by taxi or public transport.
INR 300, 1 hour

10:00 AM

Train to Mahabalipuram

Take a scenic train ride from Chennai to Mahabalipuram, known for its ancient temples and beautiful beaches.
Head to Chennai Central Railway Station and board the train to Mahabalipuram. The journey takes about 2 hours.
INR 100, 2 hours

1:00 PM

Lunch at Moonrakers

Enjoy a seafood lunch at Moonrakers with a view of the Bay of Bengal.
Moonrakers is a short walk from Mahabalipuram Beach.
INR 800, 1.5 hours

3:00 PM

Explore Shore Temple

Visit the UNESCO World Heritage Site, Shore Temple, and marvel at the ancient architecture.
Shore Temple is a 10-minute walk from Moonrakers.
INR 250, 1 hour

6:00 PM

Train to Pondicherry

Board the evening train from Mahabalipuram to the charming French-influenced town of Pondicherry.
Head back to Mahabalipuram Railway Station for your journey to Pondicherry. The train ride takes around 2 hours.
INR 150, 2 hours

8:00 PM

Dinner at Tanto Pizzeria

Indulge in wood-fired pizzas and pasta at Tanto Pizzeria in Pondicherry.
Tanto Pizzeria is located in the White Town area of Pondicherry.
INR 700, 1.5 hours
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Day 2: Cultural Heritage

Pondicherry, India

9:00 AM

Breakfast at Baker Street

Start your day with a European-style breakfast at Baker Street in Pondicherry.
Baker Street is centrally located in Pondicherry.
INR 400, 1 hour

10:00 AM

Train to Kanchipuram

Take a train from Pondicherry to Kanchipuram, famous for its temples and silk sarees.
Head to Pondicherry Railway Station for your journey to Kanchipuram. The train ride takes approximately 2 hours.
INR 200, 2 hours

1:00 PM

Lunch at Shree Balaajee Bhavan

Enjoy a traditional South Indian thali for lunch at Shree Balaajee Bhavan in Kanchipuram.
Shree Balaajee Bhavan is a short walk from Kanchipuram Railway Station.
INR 300, 1 hour

3:00 PM

Visit Kanchi Kailasanathar Temple

Explore the marvel of Dravidian architecture at Kanchi Kailasanathar Temple, one of the oldest temples in Kanchipuram.
The temple is a 15-minute walk from Shree Balaajee Bhavan.
INR 100, 1 hour

5:00 PM

Train back to Chennai

Catch the evening train back to Chennai from Kanchipuram.
Return to Kanchipuram Railway Station for your journey back to Chennai. The train ride takes about 2 hours.
INR 150, 2 hours

8:00 PM

Dinner at Annalakshmi Restaurant

End your adventure with a vegetarian feast at Annalakshmi Restaurant in Chennai.
Annalakshmi Restaurant is located in the heart of Chennai.
INR 500, 1.5 hours
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