Every first adventure is easier with a group of like-minded individuals and a multi-lingual travel guide. We have carefully selected hotels, temples, and restaurants that are safe and clean for Westerners, while allowing you time and space to explore the culture.

You will be granted VIP access to a few select temples, and offer you free time to explore the sacred grounds. All the details of your logistics, entry tickets, and private transportation to and from airports are all coordinated and covered for you. Join us for one of your best experiences to South India during the right time of year when it’s not too hot.

Yes, all US travelers are required to purchase a tourist Visa to enter India; along with a passport. The fastest option is the Indian e-Visa (electronic authorization (link here), which can be obtained online for 1 year ($60) or up to 5-years ($80), with multiple re-entry visits.

For those traveling from the U.S. , it is highly recommended to fly from a European city (Paris, Frankfurt, London) which all have direct flights to Chennai (MAA). Otherwise, most airlines will route you to Mumbai or New Delhi, which then requires another flight to Chennai. Make it easy on yourself with a softer landing DIRECTLY into Chennai.

Jen will help you book through American Express Travel which often has cheaper flights and more availability beyond Google Flights searches. Again, many people on this trip with fly through Europe to get a direct flight to Chennai - allowing for less stress. A private car is already arranged for you at the Chennai airpot.

Yoga Quest Tours was hand selected for this trip. With presence and personality, our private tour guide speaks 7 languages, is extremely familiar with the cultural areas, and his team has serviced over 4,000 travelers privately on small group tours throughout India.

This will be our fourth trip together with Yoga Quest Tours, and all communication is set-up via WhatsApp for clarity. This helps with travel departures, airport pick-ups, VIP access to the temples, and photo sharing.

Yes, travel insurance is recommended along with proof in the case of emergencies, medical event, or other situations (e.g. weather, family or work obligations, etc.). Many flights conveniently include that affordable option for purchase.

Any allergies or food sensitivities can be provided anytime. About 90% of the meals will be vegetarian, 10% chicken as an option only. Many of the meals will be family style, allowing you to experience the flavors and connections. You can always special/custom order (if necessary).

While we are in a fully A/C tour bus for all ground transportation and traveling to different checkpoints, we will always travel as one unit and team. No special rides. We will have adventures in motorized rickshaws, walk every day, but if you don’t do well in a bus for 2-3 hours, then consider wisely.