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Matrimandir
The golden sphere of the matrimandir stands at the heart of Auroville, surrounded by gardens and a large amphitheatre. It is meant as a space for silent concentration rather than a temple of any religion, and its inner chamber houses a large crystal globe that catches a single ray of sunlight. Visitors can see it from a viewing point after collecting a pass at the Visitors Centre. Access to the inner chamber requires a matrimandir booking in advance under rules set by Auroville, so check the current process before you travel.
Matrimandir
The golden sphere of the matrimandir stands at the heart of Auroville, surrounded by gardens and a large amphitheatre. It is meant as a space for silent concentration rather than a temple of any religion, and its inner chamber houses a large crystal globe that catches a single ray of sunlight. Visitors can see it from a viewing point after collecting a pass at the Visitors Centre. Access to the inner chamber requires a matrimandir booking in advance under rules set by Auroville, so check the current process before you travel.
Auroville Visitors Centre
The starting point for every visit. It has an information desk, a short introductory film and exhibitions about the township's history and ideals, along with boutiques selling handmade clothing, incense, pottery and organic products made in Auroville. The cafe here is a pleasant place to rest after the drive.
The Banyan Tree and Amphitheatre
A giant banyan tree marks the geographical centre of Auroville, near Matrimandir. Close by, the amphitheatre holds an urn that contains soil brought from over a hundred countries and the states of India at the township's inauguration, a symbol of human unity.
Pitchandikulam Forest
Auroville's founders planted forests on land that was once badly eroded, and Pitchandikulam is one of the best examples of that work. Its trails and nature education programmes showcase the tropical dry evergreen forest native to this coast, along with medicinal plants and birdlife.
Auroville Beach
Also known locally as Repos Beach, auroville beach is a quiet stretch of sand a short drive from the township. It is popular for sunrise walks and seaside cafes. The sea here can be rough, so swimming is best avoided unless conditions are clearly safe.
Sri Aurobindo Ashram, Puducherry
Around twelve kilometres away in Puducherry, the ashram founded around Sri Aurobindo and The Mother is the spiritual root of Auroville. The flower-covered Samadhi in the courtyard is a place of silent tribute, and visitors are asked to keep quiet inside.
White Town and Promenade Beach
Puducherry's French Quarter has mustard-yellow colonial houses, tree-lined streets, bougainvillea and cafes. Rock Beach, along the Promenade, is ideal for an early morning or evening walk, and the Beach Road is closed to traffic at certain hours, making it pleasant for families.
Paradise Beach
South of Puducherry, Paradise Beach is reached by boat from the Chunnambar boat house through the backwaters. Its clean sand and calm atmosphere make it one of the best beach outings in the region.
Distance
315 Km
One way
Time
8 hrs
Via expressway
Starting from
₹ 12340
Plus GST
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12 Seater Tempo Traveller A/C 2/1
LUXURYAC12 Seats
₹10,278 ₹12,340
+ ₹1760 (Taxes & Charges)
8 Seater Tempo Traveller Executive A/C 1/1
LUXURYAC8 Seats
₹10,378 ₹12,440
+ ₹1760 (Taxes & Charges)
9 Seater Tempo Traveller Executive A/C 1/1
LUXURYAC9 Seats
₹10,378 ₹12,440
+ ₹1760 (Taxes & Charges)
10 Seater Tempo Traveller Executive A/C 1/1
LUXURYAC10 Seats
₹10,378 ₹12,440
+ ₹1760 (Taxes & Charges)
13 Seater Tempo Traveller Luxury A/C 2/1
LUXURYAC13 Seats
₹10,378 ₹12,440
+ ₹1760 (Taxes & Charges)
14 Seater Tempo Traveller Luxury A/C 2/1
NORMALAC14 Seats
₹10,989 ₹13,180
+ ₹1870 (Taxes & Charges)
15 Seater Tempo Traveller Luxury A/C 2/2
NORMALAC15 Seats
₹10,989 ₹13,180
+ ₹1870 (Taxes & Charges)
16 Seater Tempo Traveller A/C 2/2
LUXURYAC16 Seats
₹10,989 ₹13,180
+ ₹1870 (Taxes & Charges)
17 Seater Tempo Traveller A/C 2/1
LUXURYAC17 Seats
₹11,700 ₹14,020
+ ₹1980 (Taxes & Charges)
18 Seater Tempo Traveller A/C 2/1
LUXURYAC18 Seats
₹11,700 ₹14,020
+ ₹1980 (Taxes & Charges)
20 Seater Tempo Traveller A/C 2/2
NORMALAC20 Seats
₹12,040
+ ₹2041 (Taxes & Charges)
Where Your Journey Starts
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135 Km
205 Km
245 Km
315 km
Departure Point
Your journey to Ooty begins from Bangalore, the gateway to South India's most beloved hill stations. Pick-up is available from any part of the city — Koramangala, Electronic City, Whitefield, Hebbal, Yeshwanthpur, Marathahalli, or Majestic. The most common route out of Bangalore takes you onto NH275, the six-lane Mysore Expressway, which is one of the smoothest and best-maintained national highways in Karnataka. An early departure between 5 AM and 6 AM is strongly advised to clear Bangalore city limits before peak traffic begins. The first 50 km on the expressway are fast, comfortable, and lightly trafficked in the early hours, setting a pleasant tone for the journey ahead. Our drivers are experienced in choosing the optimal departure window and route based on real-time traffic conditions, ensuring that the first stretch of your Bangalore to Ooty road trip is efficient, calm, and enjoyable from the very first kilometre.
Little England of Tamil Nadu
Hosur is an industrial town with major automobile and electronics plants, but its mild climate once earned it the nickname "Little England". The surrounding area is also known for rose cultivation, with greenhouse flowers exported worldwide
Mango Capital of Tamil Nadu
A fast stretch of NH44 brings you to Krishnagiri, famous for its mango orchards. Between April and July, roadside stalls sell mangoes at excellent prices. The hilltop Krishnagiri Fort and Krishnagiri Dam are visible from the highway, and many highway restaurants here make an ideal breakfast halt.
Gateway to the Tiruvannamalai Highway
The route leaves NH44 and turns southeast through farmland and rocky hills. Uthangarai is a small market town set among coconut and mango groves, with a relaxed, rural feel.
Abode of the Fire Lingam
The great Arunachala hill appears long before you reach the town. Tiruvannamalai is home to the Arunachaleswarar Temple, one of the Pancha Bhoota Sthalams, where Shiva is worshipped as the element of fire. Its massive gopurams dominate the skyline, and the town is also known for the Ramana Maharshi Ashram and the Girivalam walk around the hill. It is the best lunch halt on the route.
Troy of the East
Gingee Fort spreads across three hills — Rajagiri, Krishnagiri and Chandrayandurg — linked by massive walls. The British once called it the "Troy of the East" because it was so hard to capture. Climbing Rajagiri takes time, but the lower complex with its granary, Kalyana Mahal and temples can be seen in an hour.
City of Dawn
The final stretch runs past cashew plantations and red-earth country. A short detour leads to Tiruvakkarai, known for the National Fossil Wood Park, where tree trunks turned to stone millions of years ago lie exposed, and for the Vakrakaliamman Temple. The road then enters the green, tree-shaded lanes of Auroville, with the Visitors Centre a short drive in. Elapsed time from Bangalore: around seven hours with halts
Auroville is a popular setting for workshops, leadership retreats and team offsites focused on sustainability and wellbeing. This package includes GST invoicing, a Proforma Invoice for PO-based approval, a named driver for the full trip and consolidated billing. Our corporate travels bangalore desk coordinates multiple vehicles for larger teams.
A relaxed three-day plan with Tiruvannamalai and Gingee on the way, Auroville and the Matrimandir, the Aurobindo Ashram, the French Quarter and a beach day. The driver adjusts the schedule each morning, and the tempo traveller has plenty of room for luggage and shopping. It is a popular pondicherry tour package from bangalore and one of the best-balanced weekend trip from bangalore options for families.
For college groups and friends where cost per head matters most. Standard 12 to 17 seater tempo travellers, point to point, clean vehicle and verified driver. The tempo traveller rent per km bangalore for the 12 and 13 seater tier starts from Rs 22, which keeps a long weekend affordable when shared. Budget refers only to vehicle specification, never to maintenance or driver checks.
Luxury tempo travellers with high-back recliners, premium air conditioning, reading lights and per-seat charging, suited to senior travellers and groups who want extra comfort. For the most premium small-group option, our force urbania rent bangalore fleet is an excellent alternative.
Our tempo traveller fleet is backed by a full range of group and personal vehicles from the same Bangalore base, so if your headcount changes after booking we can usually move you up or down a category.
• Tempo traveller — 8 to 18 seater, Standard and Luxury, the core vehicle for this route
• Mini bus — 12 to 24 seater, for larger groups
• Force Urbania — 13 to 17 seater luxury van
• Bus — 27 to 50 seater, including Volvo and Benz coaches
• Cars — 4 to 7 seater, including Etios, Dzire, Innova, Innova Crysta, Innova Hycross, Fortuner, Commuter, Corolla Altis, Camry, Audi A6, Audi Q7, BMW 5 Series, BMW 7 Series, Mercedes-Benz E Class, Mercedes-Benz S Class and Rolls-Royce Ghost
Tejas Tours and Travels does not operate sleeper bus services. All our vehicles are seated configuration with push-back seats, so this route is planned as a daytime drive.
We quote in writing before you book, and the quote itemises every charge. A 20 percent advance of the total fare confirms your booking.
• Base fare and fuel charges
• Driver allowance
• Toll and parking charges
• Interstate tax and permits for Tamil Nadu and, where applicable, Puducherry
• Driver bata extra after 9:45 PM
• Final rental is based on total kilometres and hours from our garage to garage
• GST
The garage-to-garage basis means the meter starts when the tempo traveller leaves our garage for your pickup point and stops when it returns. On a multi-day trip, the quote covers total kilometres across all days, including sightseeing around Auroville and Pondicherry, so the figure you approve is the figure you pay. Entry fees, boat rides and any Auroville visit charges are paid by the group directly.
Tejas Tours and Travels does not provide passenger insurance cover. Passengers are advised to arrange their own travel insurance if required. Vehicle insurance and full statutory compliance are maintained across the fleet.
Every service below runs from both our Bangalore and Mysore bases, so you can start a trip in one city and finish in the other with the same operator.
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Booking a tempo traveller for hire in Bangalore with Tejas Travels takes under five minutes. Follow these four steps.
• Call or WhatsApp +91 9980277773, or email info@tejastravels.com — available 24 hours, 7 days a week.
• Share your travel date.
• Share your Bangalore pickup location — area or landmark such as Whitefield, Electronic City, MG Road, Koramangala, KIA airport, hotel name or tech park.
• Share your destination or full itinerary.
• Share the number of passengers and your preferred vehicle.
• For KIA airport pickups, share the flight number — the driver tracks live flight status and adjusts pickup timing for delayed flights automatically.
• For luxury vehicles (Audi, BMW, Mercedes, Rolls-Royce), also mention the occasion — corporate, wedding or VIP event — so the team can ensure the best-condition vehicle and, where required, formal chauffeur attire.
• Within 2 hours of your enquiry, Tejas Travels sends a written quote via WhatsApp or email.
• The quote clearly itemises every charge:
◦ Vehicle hire rate — Rs per km or flat package
◦ Driver allowance — Rs 400 to Rs 1,000 per day depending on vehicle class
◦ Applicable toll estimates
◦ Interstate permit if applicable — Tamil Nadu for Ooty, Kerala for Wayanad, Andhra Pradesh for Tirupati
• No verbal-only prices — everything is in writing before you confirm.
• For corporate clients requiring reimbursements, a Proforma Invoice can be issued at this stage.
• If you want to compare two vehicle classes, request both quotes at the same time.
• Once satisfied with the written quote, confirm via WhatsApp or phone.
• A 20 percent advance payment of the total fare confirms the booking.
• Payment options: UPI (Google Pay, PhonePe, Paytm), NEFT, IMPS or RTGS bank transfer, or credit and debit card via payment link.
• Advance receipt within 30 minutes.
• Your confirmation includes, all in writing:
◦ Driver name and mobile number
◦ Vehicle registration number
◦ Departure time
◦ Pickup location
◦ Full billing breakdown
• For luxury vehicles (Rolls-Royce Ghost, BMW 7 Series, Mercedes S-Class), the advance may be higher due to limited fleet and Bangalore peak-date demand — wedding season from November to February, and New Year.
• Your assigned Tejas Travels driver arrives at your confirmed Bangalore pickup point 15 minutes before scheduled departure.
• For KIA airport transfers, the driver coordinates at the Arrivals gate.
• The vehicle is clean, sanitised, fuelled and ready.
• For wedding and VIP bookings, the driver arrives in formal attire.
• The driver calls 30 minutes before arrival as a courtesy.
• During the trip, the driver handles all routing, toll payments and Bangalore traffic navigation.
• At trip end, the balance payment is settled after deducting the advance.
• Any additional kilometres or hours are billed at the pre-agreed rate.
Quick booking for hire: WhatsApp +91 9980277773 with your vehicle preference, Bangalore pickup location, destination and travel date. Written quote in 2 hours.
Tejas Travels accepts all major digital and traditional payment methods for both advance booking and final settlement at trip end.
• UPI — Google Pay, PhonePe, Paytm, BHIM UPI and Amazon Pay. The fastest method, with instant confirmation on receipt. Recommended for all advance deposits.
• Bank transfer — NEFT, IMPS and RTGS. For corporate clients and advances above Rs 5,000. IMPS is instant; NEFT takes up to 2 hours.
• Credit and debit card — Visa, Mastercard and RuPay, via payment link to your registered mobile or email. Valid for advance and full payment.
• Net banking — All major Indian banks, via payment link on WhatsApp or email. Preferred for Bangalore IT corporate PO-based approvals.
• Cash — Balance accepted at the time of travel, at trip end. The advance must be digital for booking confirmation. Receipt issued.
• Corporate credit — For registered corporate accounts: 30-day credit terms for signed Bangalore corporate clients, with monthly consolidated invoicing available.
Luxury vehicle note: for Rolls-Royce Ghost, BMW 7 Series and Mercedes S-Class, a higher advance may be required given limited Bangalore fleet availability and wedding season demand.
Tejas Travels maintains a fair, transparent and tiered cancellation policy. All terms are communicated in writing at booking confirmation.
• More than 72 hours before departure — No charge. 100 percent of the advance is refunded within 5 to 7 working days.
• 48 to 72 hours before departure — 10 percent of the total trip fare. The advance is refunded less the 10 percent deduction.
• 24 to 48 hours before departure — 25 percent of the total trip fare. The advance is refunded less the 25 percent deduction.
• 12 to 24 hours before departure — 50 percent of the total trip fare. The advance is refunded less the 50 percent deduction.
• Less than 12 hours before departure — 75 percent of the total trip fare. Minimal or no refund depending on trip value.
• No-show, where the vehicle is deployed and the client is absent — 100 percent of the total trip fare. No refund; full fare payable.
• Cancellation by Tejas Travels due to breakdown or force majeure — No charge. 100 percent refunded within 2 working days, or a substitute vehicle is offered.
• Weddings — Bangalore wedding hire needs a minimum 7-day notice for a full refund. Cancellations within 3 days of the wedding date are non-refundable.
• Luxury cars — Luxury vehicles (Rolls-Royce, BMW 7 Series, Mercedes S-Class) need a minimum 5-day notice for a full refund, due to limited Bangalore fleet and wedding season demand.
• Peak dates — New Year, Diwali and Bangalore long weekends need a minimum 48-hour notice for a full refund. Less than 24 hours is non-refundable.
• Force majeure — Bangalore bandhs and force majeure events such as traffic disruptions and road closures attract a 100 percent refund within 2 working days, regardless of notice period.
• Modifications — Date changes, vehicle upgrades and route additions with more than 24 hours notice are accommodated at no penalty, subject to availability.
How to cancel: call or WhatsApp +91 9980277773 with your booking reference. Cancellation confirmation within 2 hours, and the refund goes to your original payment method within the stated timelines.
All refunds are processed to the original payment instrument. No cash refund is made unless the advance was paid in cash.
• Cancellation 72 or more hours before departure — 100 percent of the advance paid, within 5 to 7 working days to the original payment instrument.
• Cancellation 48 to 72 hours before departure — Advance minus the 10 percent charge, within 5 to 7 working days.
• Cancellation 24 to 48 hours before departure — Advance minus the 25 percent charge, within 5 to 7 working days.
• Cancellation 12 to 24 hours before departure — Advance minus the 50 percent charge, within 7 to 10 working days.
• Cancellation by Tejas Travels — 100 percent of the advance paid, within 2 working days on priority processing.
• Trip shortfall where actual kilometres are less than the minimum — Proportional credit on the excess, settled at trip end.
• Billing error or overcharge — The full overcharged amount, within 2 to 3 working days after verification.
• Duplicate payment — The full duplicate amount, within 2 to 3 working days after confirmation.
• UPI — Google Pay, PhonePe and Paytm refunds go to the UPI-linked bank account within 3 to 5 working days.
• Credit or debit card — Refund to the originating card within 5 to 7 working days.
• Bank transfer — Refund to the originating account within 3 to 5 working days. Account details are re-confirmed before processing.
• Cash — Cash refund at the Tejas Travels Bangalore office, or via IMPS within 5 working days.
Refund contact: WhatsApp +91 9980277773 with your booking reference, advance receipt and refund reason. Confirmation within 24 hours.
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Bangalore to Shirdi
I had an excellent experience with Teja Travel. The vehicle was clean, comfortable, and very well maintained. The driver was polite, punctual, and knew the routes perfectly, which made our trip smooth and enjoyable. Their service was professional from start to finish, and the pricing was also very reasonable. I would definitely recommend them to anyone looking for reliable travel vehicle services. 👍
Chaitanya K
13/10/2025 Shirdi
5/5
Bangalore to Kerala
I am Anil Nair from Souparnika Holidays Kochin Kerala. I have 2 booking for my guests in December 2025. My guests are happy with this hotel. Thanks to the entire team One Toyota etios and one traveler booked. I think they arranged cab from out side but guest happy Second vehicle is 9 seat traveler. Driver Mr Viswantha and Lakshmi supported me for complete the 8 days package. Thanks Viswa & Lakshmi.
Anil Nair
6/9/2025 Kerala
5/5
Bangalore to Mysore
Thanks a ton to Shashikala ji for booking my tempo traveller. She has cooperated from very first day and guided us through out. Secondly i thank our tempo driver Mr. Manju who was very down to earth person and co-operated with us during our whole trip. His driving skills are perfect. I wish you good luck and thank you both from bottom of my heart !!!
Arpit Gupta
6/6/2026 Mysore
5/5
Bangalore to Ooty
We had a very good experience with the traveler we booked through Tejas travels. The vehicle was clean and comfortable, and our driver was polite, cooperative, and professional throughout the trip. The entire journey was smooth and hassle-free — everything went as planned without any delays or issues. Highly recommended for anyone looking for a reliable and comfortable travel experience!
Preetika Rattan
12/10/2025 Ooty
5/5
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The bangalore to auroville distance is approximately 300 to 310 kilometres via Krishnagiri, Tiruvannamalai, Gingee and Tindivanam. The drive takes 6 hours to 6 hours 30 minutes including a breakfast halt. Stopping for darshan at Tiruvannamalai or a short visit to Gingee adds one to two hours.
Pricing starts from Rs 22 per kilometre for a 12 or 13 seater tempo traveller and varies by seating capacity, Standard or Luxury tier, and the number of days. The quoted fare includes base fare, fuel and driver allowance. Toll and parking, interstate tax and permits, driver bata after 9:45 PM and GST are extra, and the final rental is calculated on total kilometres and hours from our garage to garage. Every charge appears in the written quote you receive within 2 hours.
A 20 percent advance of the total fare confirms your booking. It can be paid by UPI, bank transfer or card, a receipt is issued within 30 minutes, and the balance is settled at trip end.
Auroville lies in Tamil Nadu, so a Tamil Nadu permit is required after crossing the border at Attibele. Pondicherry town is part of the Union Territory of Puducherry, so a separate Puducherry permit applies if your itinerary goes into the city. Both are billed at actuals, and we arrange all documentation before departure.
No. Vehicles park at the Auroville Visitors' Centre. From there, visitors collect passes and walk or use the arranged transport to the Matrimandir viewing point. The driver waits at the Visitors' Centre parking while the group visits.
Visits to the inner chamber are limited and must be booked in advance through Auroville's official visitor booking process or the Visitors' Centre. There are conditions such as minimum age, and slots fill quickly on weekends. Check current matrimandir timings and booking rules before your trip; the viewing point can be visited without an inner chamber booking.
November to February is the most comfortable period, with cooler weather and clear skies. The northeast monsoon brings heavy rain to the coast, mainly from October to December, and can occasionally disrupt travel. Summers are hot and humid, so plan outdoor visits for the mornings and evenings.
Yes. Both are directly on the route. A darshan at Tiruvannamalai and a short stop at Gingee Fort fit comfortably into day one if the group leaves early. Share your preferred stops, and we plan the timing and include everything in one quote.
Cancelling more than 72 hours before departure carries no charge, and the full advance is refunded within 5 to 7 working days. Between 48 and 72 hours the charge is 10 percent of the total fare, between 24 and 48 hours 25 percent, between 12 and 24 hours 50 percent, and under 12 hours 75 percent. Peak dates such as New Year and long weekends need a minimum 48-hour notice for a full refund.
Tejas Tours and Travels does not provide passenger insurance cover; passengers are advised to arrange their own travel insurance if they wish to be covered. All vehicles carry valid insurance and full statutory compliance. To book, call or WhatsApp +91 9980277773 or email info@tejastravels.com with your travel dates, pickup location, group size and planned stops. You will receive an itemised quote within 2 hours, and our lines are open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
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