South India Overland Adventure Temple Tour

Name: South India Overland Adventure Temple Tour - The Yoga Department
Price: 4895 AUD
Availability: InStock

Duration

11 Days

Location

South India

Departure

June 7, 2026

Price

$4,895

Tour Details

This Adventure Tour is for yogis who have a desire to experience not only Yoga in South India, but also gain an understanding of how unique and different this part of India is. This is very much an off-the-beatan track tour. Go where you will not see any other western tourists! A true overland adventure in the heart of the deep South. We start our journey in the vibrant city of Bangalore and after some local sightseeing head south to Mysore the capital of Ashtanga yoga. Next is Coimbatore to visit the incredible Isha Ashram founded by Sadhu Guru. We continue onto the Hindu heartland of Madurai, home the ancient Meenaskhi temple. Kerala, via the mountain village of Thekkady is next. Known as “Gods Own Country” and situated on the glorious Arabian Sea, Kerala is haven for wellness and backwater rivers. We shall a stay in a gorgeous jungle retreat based on the longest river in India, the Vembanad. Our journey finishes in the port town of Fort Cochin for some cultural immersions and shopping. A true adventurous journey through the spiritual heartland of South India.

Tour Itinerary

Days 1 & 2

Bangalore – Karnataka

Bangalore is the capital of India’s southern Karnataka state. It is known for hosting some of the world's largest call centres. With a unique cooler micro climate, it is a great destination for learning more about Yoga & Ayurveda.

Arrive at Bangalore International Airport, meet and greet our tour leader and transfer to our hotel for evening supper and early night
Next morning, we have our our orientation meeting, and a leisurley breakfast
Later we head off on a guided sightseeing tour visiting all the highlights including the famous Swami Vivekananda Yoga Academy, dedicated to students studying Indian Ayruveda & yoga
Back to our hotel for dinner and relaxation

Days 3 & 4

Mysore – Home of Ashtanga Yoga

Mysore, a green city, is well known for its opulent Mysore Palace and Ashtanga Yoga. This glorious town blends Hindu, Islamic, Gothic and Rajput cultures and the Mysore palace is an architectural wonder. It is also home to the centuries-old Devaraja Market, filled with spices, incense, silk and sandalwood. A great place to wander shop and bargain with the locals

- Check out of our Bangalore hotel and depart for a scenic 3 hr drive to Mysore, arrive, check into hotel
- Next morning, we take a sunrise yoga & meditation class on the lush green lawn of our hotel grounds, followed by a leisurely breakfast
- Next is a guided sightseeing tour, visiting the spectacular Mysore Palace, and the suburb of Gokulam home of Ashtanga Yoga and a thriving hippie Yoga scene. This style of teaching is also called “Mysore Yoga”, after this great Indian city, where the practice was originally taught
- After lunch, we will enjoy a few hours wandering around the bustling Devaraja Flower, vegetable & spice markets
- Back to our hotel for dinner and free time

Day 5

Coimbatore – Day of Travel

Coimbatore, the capital city of the state of Tamil Nadu, is the gateway to the exotic Aravalli Mountain Ranges and the incredible Isha Foundation Ashram.

Morning sunrise yoga class, followed by breakfast in Mysore, then we depart on a scenic bus journey to the town of Coimbatore
Arrive, check into hotel dinner and relax and early dinner after a long day of travel

Day 6

The Isha Foundation Ashram – A Day Visit

The first thing you notice on arrival to the Isha Foundation Ashram, is the awe-inspiring Adiyogi Shiva head statue which is 112 feet high. This incredible creation symbolises the 112 possibilities one can attain moksha or liberation and the 112 chakras in the human system. An impressive Shiva lingam called “Yogeshwar Linga” is placed in front of Adiyogi and is the first place we stop for some meditation before entering the Ashram.

Today, we visit the Isha Ashram with one of the centre’s resident guides
We will have the opportunity to experience everything the centre offers, including some discourse on all four major paths of yoga – kriya (energy), gnana (knowledge), karma (action), and bhakti (devotion).
We shall also experience the sphere of Dhyanalinga, a sacred meditation hall, in which we shall have the opportunity to join in a large group meditation session
Afterwards, some shopping at the Isha Foundation sorvenior shop before we head back to our hotel for rest and dinner
A truly magical day and once in a lifetime experience

Day 7 & 8

Madurai

One of South India's great temple towns, Madurai is synonymous with the incredible and celebrated Meenakshi Temple. The colourful abode of the triple-breasted warrior goddess Meenakshi (‘fish-eyed’ – an epithet for perfect eyes in classical Tamil poetry) is generally considered to be the peak of South Indian temple architecture, as vital to this region's aesthetic heritage as the Taj Mahal to North India.

After Yoga and breakfast we head toward the real heart of South India, Madurai one of South India’s great temple towns, Madurai is synonymous with the celebrated Meenakshi Temple.

Enjoy this magical scenic rural drive, seeing wildlife, such as wild black bears and elephants. Stopping for Chai and lunch.Upon arrival check in at your hotel relax and dinner after a long drive

Next day walk in the narrow streets flanked by flowers and bananas stands, interact with local people, watch people milking cows by hand and stroll down in the bazaars. Learn with your guide the 5000 years old legends of this busting city while having a tea from the corner tea stall.
On our way back to our hotel we shall pass by the biggest flower market in the southern region which
transacts as much as 10 tons of flowers in a day, mainly the reputed Madurai malli (Jasmine).
Later feast yourself with a traditional South India Thali lunch

Day 9

Alappuzha

The Alappuzha backwaters are a watery heaven of interlinking canals, endless paddy fields in quaint villages and swaying coconut trees. After feeling refreshed from our 3 day Ayurvedic & Yoga retreat, today we will embark on an scenic overnight river cruise. Relax on board and enjoy all the local village life, as we slowly sail by. All our meals will be prepared by our personal chef, this is a true highlight of South India. 1 Night Stay in Overnight Luxury Houseboat

Cruising the backwater channels, we shall enjoy delicious South Indian cuisine , yoga on our deck whilst gazing at the incredible local wildlife and villagers going about their daily lives
This 24hr cruise is for time of reflection, relaxation. There will be plenty of time to enjoy and do as you please as well as yoga class classes
A highlight will be our incredible fresh South Indian meals, including the famous Kerala fish curry

Days 10 & 11

Fort Kochi

Fort Kochi in Northern Kerala, is known for its Dutch, Portuguese, and British colonial architecture & history. With elaborate bamboo fishing nets at the Fort area, chic boho cafes, that serve Kerala specialties and quaint handicraft shops, this is a true highlight of our journey.

Disembark from our backwater cruise at approx 11am. Our drivers will meet and greet us for a bus transfer to Fort Cochin
Check into our traditional Kerala style heritage guest house, in the heart of the Fort area, rest of the day will be free for relaxation
Next day, we take a sunrise yoga & meditation class followed by a delicious breakfast
We then head off for our walking sightseeing tour, including visits to the Fort area Chinese fishing nets, and the famous Jewish quarter and Synagoue
Tonight we visit a famous local seafood restaurant overlooking the Arabian Sea

Day 12

Fort Kochi Departure

As your South India Ashrams & Ayurveda Adventure Tour journey comes to an end, we have today to ourselves to prepare for our homeward journey.

Morning Yoga & meditation class followed by a lazy slow breakfast
Rest of day is free time for local shopping, visiting the coffee shops and relaxation in and around Fort Kochi
After an early dinner, a group departure to Kochi International airport for flights back to your home country

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South India Overland Adventure Temple Tour

June 7, 2026

Availability: 18 in stock

Pre & Post Travel

If anyone would like to head over to India before the tour or extend their travel. We are able to help you with some bookings for this.

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These will be booked by Tiwari Travel on behalf of the group.

For those who do not wish to pay for a single room, we automatically arrange same sex twin room sharing. You can also nominate the name of your room buddy in the booking form.

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