HIGHLIGHTED CORE LEARNING:
Education is critical for development. Education that is devoid of the cultures of the people in the society is empty and incomplete. One of the fundamental objectives of the tour is to educate. Museum that has the capacity and the ability to impart cultural education effectively as it houses the tools and materials for doing so in its collections. In modern society, the museums enrich the educational process by exposing children and indeed the public to their history in a positive way; they assist our future generations to understand and appreciate their history and culture and take pride in the achievements of their forbearers.
VISION & MISSION:
PROJECTS ASSOCIATED
MIDDLE SCHOOL: How has the visit to Dakshinachitra helped you to understand the importance of Vernacular Architecture? Do you prefer Vernacular architecture or modern architecture and why?
HIGH SCHOOL: What is the most fascinating things about the life of Aurobindo, his philosophy and the impact it has created in the society which you observed during your trip?
LEARNING OBJECTIVE:
Chennai: A flourishing metropolitan city, it has been one of the main gateways to South India. Packed with diverse touristic sightseeing spots that include beaches, mesmerizing temples, magnificent palaces and spiritual centers, a blend of history, tradition and modernity holds Chennai. This renowned city of Tamil Nadu has a unique charm and numerous places to explore.
Mahabalipuram: Mahabalipuram is a treasure trove of amazing temples and majestic rock cut sculptures. It is considered as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Mahabalipuram is blessed with an abundance of touristic sites
Pondicherry: The southern part of our beautifully complex and diverse country is like a little piece of heaven tucked away into the lap of beaches, peace, tranquility, and adventure, everything rolled in one Pondicherry is one such place, nestled by the lapping waves of the Bay of Bengal with sun-kissed beaches silently unfolding with the rising sun hitting the sands in an array of vibrant colours.
These trips introduces children to rich history and the value of Indian arts The sculptures, temples and the shore line are in fact the best teachers of History ,Children get to touch.. Feel. & admire the sculptures, enjoy the architecture along with the experience also it’s an opportunity for immersion in diverse living cultures and strengthening sensitivity and awareness of societies of India, especially South India.
WHY CRAZY HOLIDAYS?
* All our educational programs are designed in parallel with the syllabus focusing on global awareness, allowing students to address global issues like poverty, sustainability, development, health care, conservation and much more.
* Our 24/7 Tour Monitoring System assures that every program is a great success.
* Every tour is escorted by a medically trained professional.
* Track My Tour-helps to get live updates of videos, photos & announcements while the kids are on tours.
* A dedicated manager from our office for every tour will be coordinating with the concerned teacher during the tour.
DAY 01: BANGALORE - CHENNAI - PONDICHERRY |
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Report at BANGALORE INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT |
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Departure to CHENNAI by FLIGHT. (FLIGHT Tickets are subjected to availability) |
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Arrival and check-in at hotel and freshen up [Standard check-in time is 12 Noon, Early check-in is subjected to the availability] |
12:30 PM |
Early Lunch will be provided |
01:30 PM |
Proceed to visit AUROVILLE |
02:00 PM |
Visit AUROVILLE: Aurovilleis an experiment for a universal town where men and women of all countries are able to live in peace and progressive harmony above all creeds, all politics and all nationalities. The purpose of Auroville is to realize human unity. |
03:00 PM |
Proceed to PONDCHERRY MUSEUM |
03:40 PM |
Arrival and visit PONDCHERRY MUSEUM: the museum has a collection of rare bronzes and stone sculptures from the Pallava and Chola dynasties and artefacts excavated from Arikamedu (an ancient port just 7 kms. From city that had trade links with the Roman empires). |
04:00 PM |
Snacks will be provided |
05:00 PM |
Proceed to AUROBINDO ASHRAM |
05:05 PM |
Arrival and visit AUROBINDO ASHRAM: The spiritual life (adhyatma-jivana), the religious life (dharma-jivana) and the ordinary human life of which morality is a part are three quite different things and one must know which one desires and not confuse the three together. |
06:00 PM |
Free for shopping |
07:00 PM |
Back to Hotel |
08:00 PM |
Dinner will be provided |
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Retire for the day |
DAY 02: PONDICHERRY - MAHABALIPURAM - CHENNAI |
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07:00 AM |
Wake up and freshen up |
08:00 AM |
Breakfast will be provided |
09:00 AM |
checkout hotel and Proceed to MAHABALIPURAM |
10:30 AM |
Snacks will be provided |
11:00 AM |
Arrival and visit:
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01:30 PM |
Lunch will be provided nearby restaurant/hotel |
02:30 PM |
Proceed to DAKSHIN CHITRA |
03:10 PM |
Arrival and visit DAKSHIN CHITRA- Dakshina Chitra is an exciting cross cultural living museum of art, architecture, lifestyles, crafts and performing arts of South India. The main mission is to exhibit, promote and preserve aspects of the broader, more inclusive cultures of the states and to bring these arts to the public in a participative, enjoyable and engaging way. Dakshina Chitra Heritage Museum, a project of Madras Craft Foundation an NGO was opened to the public on December 14th 1996. |
04:00 PM |
Snacks will be provided |
05:00 PM |
Later Proceed to CHENNAI |
06:30 PM |
Arrival and check in at hotel and freshen up |
08:00 PM |
Dinner will be provided |
09:00 PM |
De briefing |
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Retire for the day |
DAY 03: CHENNAI - BANGALORE |
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05:45 AM |
Wake Up Call |
06:00 AM |
Wake up and freshen up |
07:30 AM |
Breakfast will be provided |
08:30 AM |
check out the Hotel |
09:30 AM |
Proceed to GUINDY SNAKE PARK |
10:20 PM |
Arrival and visit CHENNAI SNAKE PARK- The Chennai Snake Park Trust is a non-profit NGO constituted in 1972 by herpetologist Romulus Whitaker and is India's first reptile park. it is located next to the Children's Park in the Guindy National Park campus. |
12:30 PM |
Lunch will be provided nearby restaurant |
02:00 PM |
Proceed to FORT MUSEUM |
02:40 PM |
Arrival and visit FORT MUSEUM The National Art Gallery consists of four different sections, which are Tanjore Painting Gallery, Decorative Art Gallery, Indian Traditional Art Gallery and Ravi Varma Painting Gallery. The miniature paintings from the Mughal era, handicrafts are from 11th and 12th centuries and the Rajput paintings from the 18th and 19th centuries are also on display. |
04:00 PM |
Snacks will be provided |
04:10 PM |
Proceed to MARINA BEACH |
04:20 PM |
Arrival and visit MARINA BEACH- Before the 16th century, there were frequent incident of inundation of land near the coast due to rise in sea level. The sea was very close to the road due to continuous erosion the beach was widened to the present state. |
Report at CHENNAI AIRPORT | |
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Departure to BANGALORE by FLIGHT. (As per scheduled flight) |
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Arrival at BANGALORE INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT |
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49 seater Non AC Coach |
SEMI DELUXE |
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49 seater AC Coach |
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35 seater AC Coach |
IMPORTANT NOTE
1. As this is NOT THE FINAL ITINERARY at the time of confirmation, kindly ask the marketing executive to check the availability of all the services as specified in this itinerary ie (TRAIN/FLIGHT/COACHES/HOTELS/ENTRY TO MONUMENTS, FARMS, RESORTS ETC) based on the period of travel and to submit the FINAL ITINERARY.
2. As the availability and pricing keeps on changing for flights/train dynamically we request your good self to make sure to collect the full amount of train fare and 25% of the airfare within 24 hours as soon as a trip is confirmed from the students which is nonrefundable and handover the same amount to Crazy Holidays marketing executive so that we can go ahead with the booking of flight/train on immediate hours.
BOOKING PROCEDURE
PAYMENT MODE - 100% payment should be done 15 days prior to the departure
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CANCELLATION POLICY:
Cancellations are effective on the date written intimation is received by the Tour In charge / School Office. Cancellation will not be received orally or over the phone. Refund if any will be settled within 21 days of the arrival of the Tour.
1) 25 days or more prior to departure date: 25% of the tour cost will be non-refundable
2) 20 days to 24 days prior to departure date: 40% of the tour cost will be non-refundable
3) 15 days to 19 days prior to departure date: 50% of the tour cost will be non-refundable
4) 10 days to 14 days prior to departure date: 75% of the tour cost will be non-refundable
5) 9 days or lesser prior to departure date: 100% of the tour cost will be non-refundable
*In case of flight journey, Air ticket amount will be non-refundable (100