- Pondicherry - A cycle representative will collect you from your downtown hotel via Rickshaw (TUK-TUK) and escort you to the Sita Cultural Center, where your bicycle tour with a guide commences.
Explore the heart of the city and the Muslim Quarter, also known as the Green Quarter.
Pondicherry is a sought-after destination in the southern part of India. The city retains a significant amount of its colonial heritage. A variety of structures, including churches, temples, and statues, along with the systematically designed French boulevards, contribute to maintaining the colonial feel.
As you pedal through Pondicherry’s lanes, you’ll notice the French-European influence on the architectural styles, culinary traditions, and overall urban planning. Pondicherry is an Indian city that exudes a distinct French essence.
Upon returning to the starting point of your bicycle journey, a breakfast that is part of the tour awaits you.
After breakfast at the Sita Cultural Center, a TUK TUK will take you back to your central city hotel, concluding an unforgettable excursion.
- Enjoy a delightful breakfast at a local restaurant (beverages excluded).
- Explore with ease on a supplied bicycle.
- Stay hydrated with 2 complimentary bottles of mineral water per person.
- Optional use of helmet for your safety.
- Benefit from the knowledge of a local English-speaking guide.
- Convenient hotel pick-up and drop-off by Tuk-Tuk.
- Additional food or drink.
- Items of a personal nature.
- Gratuities
This guided bicycle tour discovers Pondicherry’s different neighborhoods. It is a two-hour long excursion through the various quarters of this town marked by French colonial influences. Explore the French, Muslim and Tamil quarters of Pondicherry during the early morning hours and following, enjoy breakfast.
Highlights:
• French Quarter
• Barathi Park and Government Park.
• Basilica of the Sacred Heart of Jesus
• Botanical gardens, and Old Town
- A dress code is required to enter places of worship and selected museums. No shorts or sleeveless tops allowed. Knees and shoulders must be covered for both men and women.
- Consider wearing comfortable clothes and walking shoes.
- Must have prior riding experience.
- Cycling skills and physical fitness: To take part in the tour you need to have good cycling skills and a general level of physical fitness. If there is any doubt about your cycling skills, the guide is authorized to cancel your tour participation due to safety regulations.
- A moderate amount of walking is involved; comfortable walking shoes and sunglasses/sunscreen with hats or scarf for ladies are highly recommended
- In case of sports tour person who serves as a instructor will be counted as a guide.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
