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As students travel through the cultural corridors of Mahabalipuram, the spiritual and ecological hubs of Pondicherry, and the dynamic diversity of Dakshina Chitra, they gain a deeper understanding of India’s past, present, and possible future—grounded in reflection, discussion, and observation, integrating curriculum-aligned themes with on-ground exploration of history, environmental science, physics, sustainable living, and cultural studies. The program moves beyond textbook theory, allowing students to apply their learning in authentic, real-life settings.

 

 

Introduction to the Program

This experiential learning journey transports students beyond the classroom into the heart of Tamil Nadu’s cultural and environmental heritage. Exploring Mahabalipuram’s ancient temples, Pondicherry’s serene landscapes, and interactive learning spaces like Auroville and Dakshina Chitra, this program sparks curiosity, environmental consciousness, and cultural appreciation through hands-on experiences and team-based activities

Objective

  • To inspire awareness of India’s heritage, culture, and biodiversity.
  • To engage students in real-world learning that complements classroom lessons.
  • To develop personal and social skills like teamwork, creativity, and responsibility.
  • To introduce sustainability and environmental stewardship through observation and participation.

Why It Matters

Modern learners need more than textbooks—they thrive on context, application, and meaning. This program connects academic learning to lived experiences:

  • Strengthens cognitive, emotional, and social intelligence.
  • Creates lifelong impressions through fun, immersive learning.
  • Encourages active participation and empathy through cultural exchange and environmental activities.

About the Programme

Over four days, students will:

  • Visit heritage monuments (Mahabalipuram, French Colony)
  • Participate in eco-learning and team activities (Auroville, Ocean Park)
  • Explore living history (Pondicherry Museum, Dakshina Chitra)
  • Reflect on values such as unity, peace, sustainability, and creativity

The programme includes guided reflections, theme-based journals, and interactive worksheets to promote deeper engagement.

Learning Takeaway

Students will return with:

  • A broader understanding of India’s cultural and ecological diversity.
  • Firsthand insights into sustainability, physics in motion, and history through architecture.
  • Strengthened interpersonal and creative thinking skills.
  • A renewed appreciation for simplicity, nature, and teamwork.

DAY 01: BANGALORE - CHENNAI - PONDICHERRY

06:00 AM: Departure to Chennai by Train SHATABDI EXP-12028

07:30 AM: Breakfast on Board

11:00 AM: Arrival at Chennai Railway Station

11:15 AM: Snacks & Juice

11:30 AM: Proceed to Pondicherry

12:30 PM: Buffet Lunch

02:00 PM: En Route Visit Crocodile Bank

  • Learning Focus: Observe reptile conservation and biodiversity management. Learn about habitat design and endangered species.
  • Activity: “Reptile Research Cards” – Students choose one reptile species, record habitat facts, threats, and interesting behaviors.
  • What to Carry: Notebook, pen/pencil, cap, water bottle, camera (optional).

03:00 PM: Mahabalipuram Sightseeing - Pancha Rathas & Arjuna’s Penance

  • Learning Focus: Explore Pallava rock-cut architecture, symbolism in mythology, and ancient Dravidian engineering.
  • Activity: “Stone Stories Sketchbook” – Students sketch a monument and describe the myth or history behind it.
  • What to Carry: Sketchbook/notebook, pencil, cap, water bottle, sunglasses.

04:30 PM: Snacks & Juice

05:00 PM: Proceed to Pondicherry

06:30 PM: Check-in at Resort

08:00 PM: Buffet Dinner Followed by Debriefing & Briefing for the Next Day

DAY 02: PONDICHERRY

06:00 AM: Wake Up and Freshen Up

07:00 AM: Buffet Breakfast

08:30 AM – Proceed to Pondy Ocean Park (Land & Water Activities: Zipline, Rocket Ejector, Skywalk, Kayak, Zorb Roller)

  • Learning Focus: Apply physics concepts such as force, momentum, gravity, and balance through adventure activities.
  • Activity: “Physics in Motion Logbook” – Students choose 2–3 activities and note the science behind the thrill.
  • What to Carry: Notebook, pen/pencil, towel, swimwear/change of clothes, cap, sunscreen, water bottle.

11:30 AM: Snacks & Juice

12:30 PM: Back to Resort

01:00 PM: Buffet Lunch @ RKN Beach Resort or Similar Category

02:00 PM: Proceed to Visit Pondicherry Museum

02:30 PM: Visit Pondicherry Museum

  • Learning Focus: Understand colonial history, Indo-French cultural exchanges, and archaeological artifacts.
  • Activity: “Artifact Explorer Sheet” – Students pick one exhibit and write how it represents Pondicherry’s past.
  • What to Carry: Notebook, pen/pencil, water bottle.

03:30 PM: Back to Resort

05:30 PM: Snacks & Juice

08:30 PM: Buffet Dinner

DAY 03: PONDICHERRY

07:00 AM: Buffet Breakfast

08:00 AM: Proceed to Auroville

09:00 AM: Auroville and visit to Matri mandir

  • Learning Focus: Understand the vision of universal unity, intentional communities, and sustainability in action.
  • Activity: “Harmony and Innovation Journal” – Students reflect on Auroville's model and sketch Matrimandir’s symbolism.
  • What to Carry: Notebook, pen/pencil, cap, water bottle.

10:00 AM: Snacks & Juice

11:30 AM: Proceed Back to Resort

12:30 PM: Buffet Lunch

02:00 PM: After Lunch Visit to Aurobindo Ashram, Aurobindo Handmade Paper Factory, French Colony

  • Learning Focus: Examine the life philosophy of Sri Aurobindo and practical sustainability through paper-making.
  • Activity: “Eco-Spiritual Reflection” – Students write or sketch about personal growth through philosophy and environmental awareness.
  • What to Carry: Notebook, pen/pencil, cap, water bottle.

04:30 PM: Snacks & Juice

07:00 PM: Enjoy DJ Night

08:30 PM: Buffet Dinner

DAY 04: PONDICHERRY – CHENNAI – BANGALORE

06:00 AM: Wake Up and Freshen Up

07:00 AM: Buffet Breakfast

08:30 AM: Check Out the Hotel

09:00 AM: Proceed to Dakshina Chitra

10:30 AM: Snacks & Juice

11:00 AM: Arrival and Visit Dakshina Chitra

  • Learning Focus: Experience cultural heritage through traditional homes, crafts, and performing arts of South India.
  • Activity: “Culture Connect Passport” – Students map regional traditions, identify differences/similarities among states.
  • What to Carry: Notebook, pen/pencil, cap, water bottle.

12:00 PM: Lunch

01:00 PM: Free for Shopping

03:00 PM: Proceed to Chennai Railway Station

04:15 PM: Snacks & Juice

04:30 PM: Report at Chennai Railway Station.

05:25 PM: Departure to Bangalore by Shatabdi Express

10:25 PM: Arrival at Bangalore Railway Station

The train arrives in Bangalore, and students are welcomed back by their families, their hearts full of unforgettable experiences and new friendships.

Learning Outcomes

  • Develop an appreciation for history, culture, and environment.
  • Apply basic scientific and artistic concepts in real-world settings.
  • Improve self-confidence and collaboration through shared experiences.
  • Strengthen observation, journaling, and storytelling skills.

Skills Developed

  • Communication & Collaboration
  • Critical Thinking & Reflection
  • Cultural & Environmental Literacy
  • Artistic Expression
  • Confidence & Independence

Safety & Support

  • All activities conducted under trained instructors and facilitators.
  • Teacher escorts and student-to-supervisor ratio maintained.
  • Medical kits and first-aid available throughout.
  • Emergency contacts and protocols in place.
  • Pre-trip orientation for students and parents.

Why Schools Should Choose This Programme

  • Aligned with NEP 2020 and experiential learning mandates.
  • Balanced blend of academics, physical activity, and creative reflection.
  • Builds life skills that go beyond exams: empathy, courage, curiosity.
  • Offers safe, age-appropriate exposure to history, geography, and sustainability.
  • Professionally organized with full logistical and academic support.

Crazy Holidays Booking Procedure:

Step 1: Once you finalize the itinerary and travel dates of your choice, please contact our executive to confirm availability.

Step 2: After availability is confirmed and approved by the school, a payment circular will be forwarded. Optional facility an online presentation will be conducted for parents.

Step 3: Once the list of registered students is finalized, Crazy Holidays will schedule the pre-departure meeting with the school.

Step 4: During the pre-departure meeting, complete awareness about the tour will be provided to both students and parents, including project specifications, what to carry and details about the “Track My Tour” feature.

Complimentary Ratio for Student: Teacher (Including Non – Teaching Staff) 10:1            

NB: Once the Trip is confirmed with the Marketing Executive, for any further information or status or details regarding the booking. Kindly coordinate with our Operations Executive – Mr. Mohammed Khalid: 9538677785 mohammedk@crazyholidays.in  & Operations Head: Mr. Georgei T Joseph: 9341227800 georgei@crazyholidays.in

KINDLY SUBMIT THE FINAL NUMBER OF STUDENTS REGISTERED DETAILS LATEST BY 20 DAYS BEFORE THE DEPARTURE DATE.

THE GIVEN RATE FOR THE LAND PACKAGE IS APPLICABLE ONLY FOR NEXT 20 DAYS.

 

To ensure a secure and informative experience for parents, we are offering the "Track My Tour" facility, which allows parents to view photos, videos, and live bus tracking of your children during the trip.

NB: Please note that we will only take group photographs, which will be verified by our backend team before uploading and could be viewed only by school & parents by using a secure code. A copy of the group photographs will also be shared with the school as a memento.

If you do not wish to utilize in this facility, kindly inform us via email neha@crazyholidays.in 


NB: In the event of not receiving any instruction to RESTRICT by email.....will be considered as an APPROVAL from your end

 

 

THE TOUR COST INCLUDES: The above package is inclusive of Transport Breakfast, Lunch, Snacks and  Dinner, Guide Charges, Sightseeing, State Taxes, General Entrance Fee as per the Programme, Stay at hotels on sharing basis, Use of Resort Facilities and Service of Our Tour Managers.

THE TOUR COST DOES NOT INCLUDE:  The above package doesn`t include Any expense of personal nature (like professional still camera or video camera, porter charges, laundry expenses, phone calls, water sports, food and beverage not included in the package, usages of mini bar in the hotel), Sightseeing or Activities and Other Facilities not mentioned in “INCLUSIONS”.

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 i.e., (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.

CANCELATION POLICY: https://crazyholidays.in/public/uploads/docs/10671351cd7fbab.pdf

CHECK IN/OUT POLICY: 

Standard check in and checkout time of most of the hotels are 12:00 noon. Early check in and late checkout will be subject to availability. We will try to give as many rooms as possible for early check in or late checkout but we don’t promise to give all the rooms for the same. For guaranteed early check in or late checkout, the hotel(s) should be booked at the time of package booking by paying additional amount charged by the hotel.

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