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One Day Exploring Tamilnadu

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Day 1: Coastal Adventure

Chennai, Tamilnadu, India

8:00AM

Breakfast at Murugan Idli Shop

Start your day with a traditional South Indian breakfast of steaming hot idlis and dosas at the iconic Murugan Idli Shop.
Head to Murugan Idli Shop in T Nagar, Chennai.
INR 200, 1 hour

10:00AM

Explore Mahabalipuram

Visit the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Mahabalipuram to marvel at the ancient rock-cut temples, monolithic structures, and beautiful Shore Temple by the Bay of Bengal.
Drive to Mahabalipuram, approximately 1.5 hours from Chennai.
INR 500 entrance fee, 3 hours

2:00PM

Lunch at Moonrakers

Enjoy a delicious seafood lunch by the beach at Moonrakers with a refreshing view of the sea.
Make your way to Moonrakers beach restaurant in Mahabalipuram.
INR 800, 1.5 hours

4:00PM

Visit Pondicherry

Stroll through the charming French Quarter of Pondicherry, visit Aurobindo Ashram, and explore the colorful streets of this unique town.
Drive to Pondicherry, only 2 hours from Mahabalipuram.
Free, 2 hours

6:00PM

Auroville Sunset

Witness the mesmerizing sunset at Matrimandir in Auroville, a peaceful and spiritual community dedicated to human unity.
Head to Auroville, just a short drive away from Pondicherry.
INR 200 for Auroville visitor pass, 1.5 hours

8:00PM

Dinner at Satsanga

Conclude your day with a cozy dinner at Satsanga, a rooftop restaurant offering a mix of Indian and European cuisine.
Drive back to Chennai and dine at Satsanga in Gandhi Nagar.
INR 1000, 2 hours
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