From the peaceful ideals of Auroville to the timeless stone stories of Five Rathas, this 3-day experiential journey transforms travel into discovery. Students don’t just visit places — they decode cultures, explore sustainability, embrace teamwork, and witness history come alive through beaches, museums, heritage marvels, and immersive adventures. Every sunrise sparks curiosity, every reflection builds confidence, and every destination becomes a living classroom. By the time they return, students carry back far more than memories — they return with perspective, purpose, and a deeper understanding of the world around them.
OUR PHILOSOPHY
At Crazy Holidays, we believe learning happens best when students experience, reflect, and apply.
We don’t organize trips.We design curriculum-connected learning journeys that build:
OUR LEARNING FRAMEWORK
Explore → Reflect → Apply → Demonstrate
HOW WE DELIVER OUTCOMES
Pre-Tour - Orientation kit| Pre-learning worksheets |Parent briefing
On-Tour- Field journals |Role-based learning |Expert facilitators |Group challenges
Assessment – Rubrics| Daily reflections | Presentations
Post-Tour - Projects & portfolios |Outcome reports |Teacher feedback
LEARNING THEME : “Living Legacies – Discovering How Communities, Nature, and Heritage Shape the Future.”
This thoughtfully curated experiential learning journey invites students to explore how civilizations, cultures, ecosystems, and communities evolve together across time. From the visionary ideals of Auroville to the timeless stone narratives of Mahabalipuram, students will observe how sustainability, creativity, innovation, heritage, and human connection continue to influence the world we live in today.
Designed through the Crazy Holidays Experiential Learning Framework™, the programme transforms every destination into a living classroom — nurturing curiosity, inquiry, observation, collaboration, and reflective thinking in meaningful real-world environments.
DAY 1 : BANGALORE → PONDICHERRY
03:30 AM – Reporting at School
Students assemble for departure formalities and programme orientation.
04:00 AM – Departure to Pondicherry by Private Coach
An exciting academic expedition begins as students journey through changing landscapes, preparing to explore cultures, ecosystems, and communities beyond the classroom.
07:00 AM – Breakfast En Route
Freshly served breakfast during the journey.
10:00 AM – Snacks & Juice Break
Refreshment stop en route.
01:00 PM – Arrival at Pondicherry | Hotel Check-in & Buffet Lunch
Students arrive in the charming coastal town of Pondicherry and enjoy a comfortable check-in followed by a wholesome buffet lunch.
02:00 PM – Proceed to Auroville (12 km | 30 mins)
02:30 PM – Visit Auroville (Outside view)
“A city built not for one nation, but for humanity itself.”
At the heart of this extraordinary township lies a bold global vision — a place where people from across the world live together beyond boundaries of nationality, religion, and culture. As students explore Auroville’s sustainable spaces, green initiatives, and peaceful atmosphere, they discover how conscious communities can shape a more harmonious future.
Through observation and guided interactions, students begin understanding the relationship between sustainable living, environmental responsibility, collaboration, and global citizenship.
04:30 PM – Snacks & Juice
Evening refreshments served.
05:00 PM – Visit Auroville Beach (7 km | 20 mins)
“Where the ocean becomes a classroom of rhythm, balance, and responsibility.”
The shoreline of Auroville Beach offers students an immersive opportunity to observe the delicate balance between nature and human activity. The movement of waves, shifting sands, marine life, and coastal ecosystems become powerful reminders of the importance of protecting our planet.
As students walk along the coast, they engage with ideas of conservation, environmental awareness, and mindful tourism while experiencing the calming power of nature.
06:00 PM – Return to Hotel (10 km | 25 mins)
Relaxation and freshening up at the hotel.
08:00 PM – Buffet Dinner
A carefully curated buffet dinner served at the hotel.
09:00 PM – Reflection & Debrief Session
Students participate in guided reflection discussions, connecting the day’s experiences with the programme theme.
09:30 PM – Overnight Stay at Pondicherry
DAY 2 : PONDICHERRY
Innovation, Culture & Human Expression
06:00 AM – Wake Up & Freshen Up
07:00 AM – Buffet Breakfast
Nutritious breakfast served at the hotel.
08:00 AM – Proceed for Pondicherry Sightseeing
08:30 AM – Visit Sri Aurobindo Ashram & Handmade Paper Factory (4 km | 15 mins)
“Where simplicity, mindfulness, and creativity come together with purpose.”
At Sri Aurobindo Ashram, students encounter an atmosphere rooted in peace, reflection, discipline, and conscious living. The journey continues into the Handmade Paper Factory, where discarded materials are transformed into beautiful handcrafted creations.
This experience encourages students to rethink waste, appreciate craftsmanship, and understand how innovation and sustainability can coexist beautifully in everyday life.
10:15 AM – Snacks & Juice
Refreshment break.
10:30 AM – Visit Pondicherry Museum (3 km | 10 mins)
“Every artifact whispers a forgotten chapter of history.”
The Pondicherry Museum opens a gateway into the region’s layered past through ancient sculptures, colonial relics, coins, artifacts, and archaeological treasures. Students step into a timeline where cultures, trade routes, craftsmanship, and traditions intersect.
The museum experience nurtures curiosity and historical interpretation, helping students understand how objects preserve stories of civilizations long after generations have passed.
11:15 AM – Return to Hotel (4 km | 15 mins)
12:00 PM – Buffet Lunch
Wholesome buffet lunch at the hotel.
01:30 PM – Proceed to Pondy Ocean Park (12 km | 30 mins)
“Adventure reveals the confidence hidden within.”
Through carefully supervised adventure activities and water-based experiences, students explore the science of motion, balance, coordination, and teamwork in a highly engaging environment.
Every activity becomes a platform for resilience, communication, leadership, and trust-building — allowing students to move beyond comfort zones while discovering the value of collaboration and self-belief.
05:30 PM – Snacks & Juice
Evening refreshments served.
06:00 PM – Return to Hotel (5 km | 15 mins)
08:00 PM – Buffet Dinner
Dinner served at the hotel.
09:00 PM – Reflection & Debrief Session
Collaborative discussions and guided journaling based on the day’s learning experiences.
09:30 PM – Overnight Stay at Pondicherry
DAY 3 : PONDICHERRY → MAHABALIPURAM → BANGALORE
PRESERVING STORIES THROUGH ART, ARCHITECTURE & CULTURE.
06:00 AM – Wake Up & Freshen Up
07:00 AM – Buffet Breakfast
Breakfast at the hotel.
08:00 AM – Check-out & Proceed to Mahabalipuram (100 km | 2 hrs)
10:30 AM – Visit Mahabalipuram Sightseeing: Trimurti Cave Temple & Five Rathas
“Where stone breathes stories of imagination, devotion, and mastery.”
The magnificent monuments of Mahabalipuram stand as timeless expressions of artistic brilliance and engineering excellence. Through intricately carved temples and monolithic structures, students witness how ancient civilizations transformed stone into storytelling.
As they walk through these UNESCO-recognised marvels, students uncover insights into mythology, architecture, craftsmanship, and the enduring legacy of India’s cultural heritage.
11:30 AM – Snacks & Juice
Refreshment break.
12:30 PM – Buffet Lunch
Lunch served during the visit.
1:30 PM – Proceed to Dakshin Chitra (20 km | 30 mins)
2:00 PM – Visit Dakshin Chitra
“A living tapestry where the cultures of South India continue to thrive.”
Dakshin Chitra offers students a vibrant cultural immersion into the traditions, architecture, crafts, lifestyles, and artistic heritage of South India. Every recreated home, handcrafted artifact, and folk expression reveals how communities preserve identity through generations.
The experience encourages students to appreciate cultural diversity, regional traditions, and the importance of safeguarding intangible heritage in a rapidly modernising world.
03:00 PM – Departure to Bangalore (350 km | 7 hrs)
Students begin their return journey carrying memories, reflections, and new perspectives gained through the programme.
04:30 PM – Snacks & Juice En Route
Refreshment stop during the journey.
08:00 PM – Dinner En Route
Dinner served during the return journey.
10:30 PM – Arrival at School
Students arrive back at school after an enriching experiential learning expedition filled with discovery, reflection, collaboration, and inspiration.
LEARNING OUTCOMES
By the End of the Programme, Students Will:
Develop Global Citizenship & Cultural Awareness
Students will understand how communities across cultures coexist, preserve traditions, and contribute toward a more inclusive and interconnected world.
Strengthen Environmental Consciousness
Students will explore sustainability, coastal ecosystems, recycling practices, and responsible tourism through real-world observation and interaction.
Interpret Heritage Through Inquiry
Students will examine how architecture, museums, monuments, and artifacts preserve historical narratives, human creativity, and civilizational progress.
Build Confidence Through Experiential Learning
Adventure-based and collaborative experiences will nurture resilience, communication, teamwork, leadership, and independent thinking.
Enhance Observation, Reflection & Creative Thinking
Through immersive exploration, students will sharpen their ability to observe critically, reflect meaningfully, and connect classroom concepts with real-life experiences.
PROGRAMME IMPACT
“Students return not only with memories — but with perspective.”
This experiential learning journey is designed to move beyond sightseeing and create measurable educational impact through:
The programme aligns with the broader goals of 21st-century education by nurturing curious, responsible, empathetic, and globally aware learners.
SAFETY | TRANSPARENCY | TRUST
Our Commitment to Your Child's Safety
Track My Tour - Live GPS tracking & daily photo updates
Medical Support - Doctor on call on every tour
High adult-to-student supervision–For every 10 paid student 1 staff complimentary
100% Verified Partners - Risk-assessed programs & partners
CRAZY HOLIDAYS | BOOKING & PROGRAMME PROTOCOL
A seamless, structured journey from confirmation to completion.
Booking Journey
Step 01 | Confirm Your Experience
Once your preferred itinerary and travel dates are finalized, connect with our team to secure availability and initiate the booking process.
Step 02 | School Approval & Parent Communication
Upon confirmation, a formal payment circular will be issued.
An optional parent orientation (online presentation) can be arranged to ensure complete transparency and confidence.
Step 03 | Participant Finalisation
After the student list is closed, our team will schedule a pre-departure engagement session with the school.
Step 04 | Pre-Departure Briefing
A comprehensive orientation for students and parents covering:
Programme overview & expectations
Travel readiness guidelines
Project and engagement framework
Introduction to our exclusive “Track My Tour” system
Supervision & Safety Commitment
Student: Teacher Ratio – 10: 1
(Inclusive of teaching and non-teaching staff)
Ensuring optimal supervision, personalized attention, and a secure learning environment.
Programme Flexibility
All experiential components are thoughtfully curated; however, schools have the flexibility to customize participation by selecting one or two activities per day, aligned with their academic priorities.
Important Guidelines
Final student count must be submitted at least 20 days prior to departure
Quoted land package pricing remains valid for 20 days from proposal date
Track My Tour | Transparency & Assurance
A secure, real-time digital experience for parents featuring:
Live location tracking
Curated photo & video updates
Controlled access via unique school credentials
Privacy Assurance:
Only verified group photographs will be shared through a secure platform.
A copy of all curated memories will be provided to the school as a keepsake.
To opt out of this service, kindly notify us via email at neha@crazyholidays.in
In the absence of a restriction request, participation will be considered approved by the institution.
Dedicated Support Team
For any assistance post-confirmation, our operations team remains at your service:
Operations Executive: Mr. Mohammed Khalid | +91 9538677785 | mohammedk@crazyholidays.in
Operations Head: Mr. Georgei T Joseph| +91 9341227800| georgei@crazyholidays.in
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.