Thrilling Pondicherry Adventure on a Shoestring Budget

Day 1: Auroville and Beach Day

Pondicherry, India

8:00AM

Breakfast at Tanto Pizzeria

Start your day with delicious wood-fired pizzas and fresh fruit smoothies.
Tanto Pizzeria is a 20-minute drive from the city center.
INR 200, 1 hour

10:00AM

Explore Auroville

Discover the unique experimental township focused on human unity and sustainable living.
Auroville is a 30-minute ride from Tanto Pizzeria.
Free entry, donations welcome, 2 hours

1:00PM

Lunch at Auroville Bakery

Enjoy organic and freshly baked goods in a peaceful setting.
Auroville Bakery is a 15-minute drive from Auroville.
INR 150, 1 hour

3:00PM

Promenade Beach

Relax by the sea, take a leisurely stroll, and enjoy the ocean breeze.
Promenade Beach is a 30-minute ride from Auroville Bakery.
Free entry, 2 hours

6:00PM

Dinner at Le Café

Savor local seafood dishes with a view of the sea at this iconic cafe.
Le Café is a 10-minute ride from Promenade Beach.
INR 300, 1.5 hours
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Day 2: Beach Exploration

Pondicherry, India

8:00AM

Breakfast at Surguru Restaurant

Enjoy a South Indian breakfast with crispy dosas and filter coffee.
Surguru Restaurant is a 15-minute drive from the city center.
INR 100, 1 hour

10:00AM

Paradise Beach

Take a boat ride to this secluded beach and soak in the sun.
Paradise Beach is a 45-minute drive from Surguru Restaurant.
Boat ride: INR 200, 3 hours

2:00PM

Lunch at Tanto's

Relish wood-fired pizzas and refreshing drinks for lunch.
Tanto's is a 30-minute ride from Paradise Beach.
INR 250, 1 hour

4:00PM

Serenity Beach

Enjoy water sports or simply unwind on the golden sands of Serenity Beach.
Serenity Beach is a 20-minute ride from Tanto's.
Water sports: INR 500, 2 hours

7:00PM

Dinner at Surguru Restaurant

End your day with traditional vegetarian Tamil cuisine at this local favorite.
Surguru Restaurant is a 15-minute ride from Serenity Beach.
INR 200, 1.5 hours
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Day 3: Gingee Fort and Matrimandir Ride

Pondicherry, India

6:00AM

Breakfast at New Bombay Hotel

Grab a quick and tasty breakfast before your motorcycle adventure.
New Bombay Hotel is a 10-minute ride from the city center.
INR 80, 30 minutes

7:00AM

Ride to Gingee Fort

Embark on a thrilling motorcycle journey to explore the historic ruins of Gingee Fort.
Gingee Fort is a 2-hour ride from New Bombay Hotel.
Fuel cost: INR 200, 4 hours

12:00PM

Lunch at Local Dhaba

Satisfy your hunger with delicious North Indian cuisine at affordable prices.
The Dhaba is near Gingee Fort.
INR 150, 1 hour

2:00PM

Visit Matrimandir

Experience peace and tranquility at the spiritual center of Auroville.
Matrimandir is a 1-hour ride from the Dhaba.
Donations welcome, 2 hours

5:00PM

Return to Pondicherry

Ride back to Pondicherry and relax after a day of exploration.
Pondicherry is a 1.5-hour ride from Matrimandir.
Fuel cost: INR 150, 2 hours
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Day 4: Local Cuisine and Shopping

Pondicherry, India

9:00AM

Breakfast at Baker Street

Enjoy European-style breakfast and freshly baked pastries at this cozy cafe.
Baker Street is a 15-minute ride from the city center.
INR 250, 1 hour

11:00AM

Explore Goubert Market

Shop for souvenirs, local handicrafts, and spices at this bustling market.
Goubert Market is a 10-minute ride from Baker Street.
Shopping budget: INR 500, 2 hours

1:00PM

Lunch at Sree Annapoorna

Relish authentic South Indian thali meals at affordable prices.
Sree Annapoorna is a 15-minute ride from Goubert Market.
INR 200, 1 hour

3:00PM

Relax at Rock Beach

Spend the afternoon unwinding by the rocky shores of Rock Beach.
Rock Beach is a 10-minute walk from Sree Annapoorna.
Free entry, 1.5 hours

6:00PM

Dinner at Hotel Surguru

End your Pondicherry adventure with a delicious dinner of Chettinad cuisine.
Hotel Surguru is a 15-minute walk from Rock Beach.
INR 300, 1.5 hours
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