16th - 29th of January 2025

South India - Journey to the Heart

Spirituality and Ayurveda

Our unforgettable Journey to the Heart - India Tour takes you on a mesmerising journey through some of South India’s best locations. Immerse yourself into a world of rich history and colourful culture as expert guides take you on an exciting adventure through spectacular historic sites and religious temples, bustling city streets and breathtaking lands overflowing with natural beauty.

Kerala

Serene beaches, emerald backwaters, lush green beautiful hill stations, waterfalls, exotic wildlife and Ayurvedic health holidays, are just some of the reasons Kerala is often known as ‘God’s own country’ in India. No wonder National Geographic has rated KERALA as one of the top ten paradises on the earth. From the green forests and dense wildlife of Periyar to backwaters of Kumarakom, from culture and heritage of Cochin to beaches of Kovalam – Kerala is a complete destination for nature, heritage and wildlife lovers.

Mystical Tamil Nadu

On the south-eastern tip of India is the colourful state of Tamil Nadu, a sacred state brimming with ornate Hindu temples, ritualistic dance customs and traditional festivals.  This in-depth Tamil Nadu tour showcases an array of wonders. Visit the unforgettable 2,500-year-old city of Madurai where the mysteries of the ancient Meenakshi Temple wait to be unravelled, while in Chennai the cuisine takes centre stage. The decadent pleasures of a traditional plantation house will provide your rest and relaxation as you explore the wildlife in Periyar National Park. Spend days marvelling at the glory of India’s golden age, while coming back each night to the ultimate in contemporary luxury as you sample a series of beautiful hotels.

 

Highlights

Included

  • Accommodation: Carefully selected boutique accommodations throughout the tour. All hotels are 5*
  • 24-hour Guide: A knowledgeable guide will accompany you throughout the entire tour, providing assistance and guidance.
  • Transportation: All transport arrangements, including private transfers
  • Meals: All breakfasts, 2 dinners, 1 lunch
  • All meals during the Ayurveda Retreat at Somatheram
  • Activities: All activities mentioned in the itinerary, including:
  • Chennai: City tour
  • Pondichery: Pondicherry city tour
  • Aurobindu Ashram
  • Auroville Ashram
  • Kumbakonam: Traditional Cultural Activities  Tanjore: Brihadeeshwara Temple
  • Madurai: Meenakshi Temple
  • Periyar: Thekkady village
  • Spice plantation tour
  • Kalaripayattu Show
  • Periyar National Park Safari
  • Kumarakom: 2 days Backwater Cruise
  • Kovalam: 5 days of Luxury Ayurveda Treatment including daily massages, yoga, meditation, doctor consultation and Ayurvedic meals

 

Not included

  • International flights 
  • Visas 
  • Single Room option 
  • Travel insurance 

Optionals

  • Optional excursions 
  • Sound healing session
  • Extra massages and therapies 

Itinerary

Day 1 - Welcome to India

Arrive at Chennai International Airport. Our representative will warm welcome you and assist you for the check in at hotel. Evening City Tour of Chennai city. Overnight stay at hotel.

*5 star Residency Tour hotel or similar

Day 2 - Chennai - Podichery

After breakfast drive to Pondicherry. Arrive & check in at hotel. Later visit we visit the  French war Memorial and take a Rickshaw ride in the French colony to visit Sri Manakula Vinayagar Temple Dedicated to Lord Ganesha. And later visit Aurobindo Ashram. Sri Aurobindo was an Indian philosopher, yogi, maharishi, poet, and Indian nationalist. In Pondicherry, Sri Aurobindo developed a spiritual practice he called Integral Yoga. The central theme of his vision was the evolution of human life into a divine life in a divine body. He believed in a spiritual realisation that not only liberated but transformed human nature, enabling a divine life on earth. Evening drive back to hotel.
Evening free.

*Hotel stay Residency Tower 5star or similar 

 

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Important We require a 30% deposit to confirm a booking, with full payment due 14 days prior to trip departure.

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