2-Hour History & Culture Tour in the French Quarter of Pondicherry
Highlights
Pondicherry
architectural, cultural, Story Telling
Private Tour
2 Hours
Easy
English
Description
See the best of Pondicherry, which was once French India, as you visit its French Quarter. Walk around the French Embassy and the French Institute, explore Raj Nivas and Government Square, look at the Aayi monument French and observe the Cavalry Building. Learn about the extraordinary story of French contribution and influence on the city as your guide reveals the mysteries of this town. End your tour with a visit to the Villa Helena.
Itinerary
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Explore the French Quarter
- Meet you tour guide and visit Consulat général de France à Pondichéry (French Embassy).
- Next, take a look at Institut Français de Pondichéry (French Institute).
- See Raj Niwas, the official residence of the Lieutenant Governor of Pondicherry.
- Take a look at the Aayi monument, named after a lady named Ayi who sacrificed her own dwelling to build a water reservoir for an uninterrupted water supply in the city.
- Visit Government Square and French cavalry building.
- You can also opt to enjoy breakfast/dinner or some wine/beer at some extra cost.
- End your tour at Villa Helena.
What's Included
What's Excluded
Meeting Point
Cancellation Policy
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For cancellations upto 2 days before the tour -
Refund of 80% of the tour price.
Price
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| 1 to 4 | /person |
| Child | |
| 1 to 4 | /person |
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This is a private tour |
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