NATIONAL EAST COAST SEA SHORE CYCLING CUM TRAINING EXPEDITION – PUDUCHERRY TO CHENNAI CYCLING by Tamil Nadu State Branch

State
Tamil Nadu
 
Location
Chennai
 
Duration
5N/6D
 
Valid Age
13 – 60
 
Support Contact
9445022312 / 98427 10236 / 91505 68717
 
Reporting Point
PUDUCHERRY
 
Overview
 
NAME OF THE PROGRAM COORDINATOR / FD: VENKAT / DR. A. RAJA / RAJA GOPAL
 
CONTACT NUMBER: 94450 22312 / 98427 10236 / 91505 68717
 
EMAIL ADDRESS: yhaitn@gmail.com
 
COMPLETE POSTAL ADDRESS: 2-D, VISWAS FLATS, PILLAIYAR KOVIL STREET, NESAPAKKAM, WEST KK. NAGAR CHENNAI-600078
 
BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE PROGRAM:
This six-day cycling program offers a thrilling journey through Tamil Nadu’s coastal route and rich cultural landmarks. Beginning with reporting and training at the Puducherry Youth Hostel, the adventure kicks off with a scenic ride to Auroville French New Town and back. The expedition continues with a cycling route to the historic Alamparai Fort, followed by a ride to the heritage town of Mamallapuram. The final leg leads participants to the bustling city of Chennai. The experience concludes with recreational activities and breakfast, providing a memorable blend of adventure, culture, and breathtaking coastal vistas.
 
Participate Information
 
HOW TO JOIN:
 
1) YOU CAN JOIN THROUGH ONLINE BOOKING AT www.yhaindia.org
2) PARTICIPANTS CAN ALSO DEPOSIT THE PARTICIPATION FEE IN ANY BRANCH OF THE BANK, giving THE FOLLOWING DETAILS:
BANK: ICICI ASHOK NAGAR BRANCH, CHENNAI
NAME – YHAI, TAMILNADU STATE BRANCH
IFSC – ICIC0000077
ACCOUNT NO – 007701017051
ACCOMMODATION FACILITIES: DORMITORY ACCOMMODATION
FOOD & WATER SUPPLIES: SIMPLE VEGETARIAN MEALS
WHAT PARTICIPANTS SHOULD BRING ALONG: THINGS PERSONAL, TOILETRIES, MEDICINES
 
SAFETY & SECURITY:
EXTENSIVE AND PAINSTAKING PREPARATIONS HAVE GONE INTO THE PLANNING OF YOUR SAFETY. OUR FIELD STAFF AND EXPERIENCED CAMP LEADERS HAVE BEEN VISITING THE AREA TO CHECK ALL DETAILS. WHILE EVERY CARE HAS BEEN TAKEN TO ENSURE THE SAFETY, YHAI CANNOT BE HELD RESPONSIBLE FOR ANY ACCIDENT, ILLNESS AND OTHER UNFORESEEN EVENTUALITIES.
 
ADDITIONAL NOTES:
1. SMOKING, USE OF ALCOHOL AND NARCOTICS OF ANY DESCRIPTION – IS STRICTLY PROHIBITED DURING THE PROGRAM
2. STAYING OTHER THAN YHAI ACCOMMODATION IS NOT ALLOWED AT THE ENTIRE PROGRAM
3. THIS IS AN ENVIRONMENT-FRIENDLY PROGRAM. DO NOT LITTER ANY WRAPPERS OR SPOIL THE TRAIL IN ANY WAY.
4. NO CREDIT SHELL POLICY OR TRANSFER
 
Day Wise Schedule
 
Day 1: Reporting at base camp, Youth Hostel, Puducherr,y and Training/Acclimatisation
 
Day 2: Cycling from Puducherry Youth Hostel to Auroville French New Town and back to Youth Hostel (25 km)
 
Day 3: Cycling from Puducherry Youth Hostel to Alamparai Fort (49 KM)
 
Day 4: Cycling from Alamparai Fort to Mamallapuram (50 KM)
 
Day 5: Cycling from Mamallapuram to Youth Hostel Chennai (58 km)
 
Day 6: Recreation activity, Disperse after Breakfast.
 
Facts
 
WHO CAN PARTICIPATE?
 
ALL YHAI MEMBERS AND NEW MEMBERS WHO ARE MORE THAN 13 YEARS OLD.
 
HOW TO REACH THE BASE CAMP:
 
NEAREST RAILWAY STATION: Puducherry to Villupuram (35 Km)
NEAREST AIRPORT: Pondicherry
FROM AIRPORT / RAILWAY STATION: By SHARE TAXI / PRIVATE TAXI CAN REACH THE BASECAMP – Puducherry Youth Hostel, Mutiapet, Solai Nagar, Puducherry: 605003
 
Reporting Dates
26-11-2025
 
Cancellation Policy
 
CANCELLATION RULES:
 
1. YOU WILL GET 50%. REFUND OF THE PARTICIPATION FEES IF YOU ARE UNABLE TO JOIN THE PROGRAM. THE REQUEST MUST BE RECEIVED BY US THROUGH EMAIL OR ANY WRITTEN MODE OR ONLINE BEFORE 10 DAYS FROM THE REPORTING DATE.
2. AFTER THAT NO REQUEST OF CANCELATION WILL BE APPLICABLE IF REQUEST RECEIVED LESS THAN 10 DAYS PRIOR TO YOUR REPORTING DATE.
3. NO CREDIT SHELL POLICY.
4. NO TRANSFER TO ANY OTHER STATE OR NATIONAL PROGRAMME.
5. YHAI IS NOT LIABLE TO PAY ANY PERSONAL TRAVELING EXPENSES.
 
TO THE PARTICIPANTS INCASE OF ANY CANCELATION OF THE PROGRAM:
 
IN CASE, YHAI CANCELS THE PROGRAM LAST MINUTE DUE TO GOVT PERMISSION ISSUES OR ANY NATURAL, PARTICIPANTS WILL GET 100% REFUND. BUT IN CASE OF PARTICIPANTS CANNOT CLAIM ANY TRAVEL AMOUNT – THEY INCURRED.
 
FOR OFFLINE CANCELLATIONS:
 
YOUR CANCELLATION REQUEST SHOULD BE SENT TO THE STATE OFFICE AS PER THE CRITERIA.