Oyestore.FOUR CHAPTERS THIS SEASON · VARKALA & SRI LANKA
ONAM CHAPTER · 26-29 AUG 2026Come home to Kerala this Onam.
Homes bloom with Pookalams, families gather for the Sadya, and an entire state slows down to celebrate. This year, celebrate it beside the Arabian Sea.
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ABOUT THE CHAPTER
Some festivals are watched. Some festivals are celebrated. And then there is Onam - for a few magical days every year, Kerala transforms.
Homes bloom with intricate Pookalams crafted from fresh flowers, families gather around banana leaves for a feast prepared with love, temples echo with prayers, and an entire state slows down to celebrate gratitude, harvest and togetherness. Over four unforgettable days - Bangalore to Varkala to Thiruvananthapuram to Kollam to Bangalore - you'll witness the soul of God's Own Country through its people, traditions, coastline, backwaters and timeless culture. An AC journey, hosted by Oyestore.
THE CHAPTER
DAY 0
The City Stays Behind
Departure from Bangalore - somewhere between playlists, roadside chai and midnight conversations, the city disappears. Tomorrow, Kerala welcomes you.
- Departure from Bangalore
- Roadside chai and midnight conversations
- Overnight journey to Kerala
DAY 1
Where the Sea Meets the Sky
26 August, Thiruvonam - today is Onam, and this year you'll celebrate it beside the Arabian Sea.
- Arrival in Varkala, hotel check-in, freshen up, traditional Kerala breakfast, community welcome session
- Traditional Onam Sadya served on banana leaves
- Onam celebrations with the local community, Pookalam experiences, cultural performances
- Explore Varkala Cliff, photography walk
- Sunset at Varkala Cliff, community games, poolside social evening, music and storytelling
- Overnight stay in Varkala
DAY 2
The Heart of Kerala
27 August, Avittom - travel to Kerala's capital, Thiruvananthapuram, for a glimpse into the state's heritage and festive spirit.
- Scenic drive to Thiruvananthapuram, visit the surroundings of Padmanabhaswamy Temple, heritage walk through the city
- Explore festive streets and local markets, Napier Museum surroundings, Kanakakkunnu Palace grounds
- Café stop, local shopping and photography
- Return to Varkala, sunset by the sea, community gathering
DAY 3
The Rhythm of the Backwaters
Leave the coast behind and discover another side of Kerala - quiet canals, palm-lined waterways, village life at its own pace.
- Scenic drive to Kollam, backwater cruise, village exploration
- Kayaking (weather permitting), adventure activities, tea stop, local Kerala cuisine, photography throughout the day
- Farewell gathering, community awards, final group photographs, bonfire conversations
DAY 4
Your Day, Your Way
No alarms, no checklist, no rush - one final day to experience Kerala exactly the way you want, before departing for Bangalore.
- Revisit your favourite café, walk the cliffs again, watch one last sunset
- Café hopping, beach time, shopping, photography, free exploration
- Farewell lunch
- Evening departure towards Bangalore
WHAT YOU'LL EXPERIENCE
SNEAK PEEK
A COUPLE OF SPOTS YOU'LL FIND
Jatayu Earth Center
The world's largest bird sculpture, carved into a hilltop.
Papanasam Beach Cliff Walk
A quiet clifftop trail above the main beach, best at dusk.
INCLUDED
- AC Transportation from Bangalore (for with-transport bookings only)
- Premium Stay Accommodation
- Traditional Onam Sadya Experience
- Daily Breakfast
- Hosted Community Experience
- Onam Celebrations
- Varkala Cliff Experience
- Thiruvananthapuram Heritage Exploration
- Kollam Backwater Experience
- Community Activities & Social Evenings
- Poolside Experience
- Unlimited Main Character Moments
- Surfing (weather permitting)
NOT INCLUDED
- Lunch & Dinner (except Onam Sadya)
- Personal Expenses
- Optional Adventure Activities
- Shopping & Souvenirs
- Anything Not Mentioned Above
BEFORE YOU BOOK
Every chapter is intentionally designed to stay flexible - weather changes, people change, and some of the best discoveries aren't found on Google Maps. The itinerary above is an overview of the experience; your official trip title, host reveal, meeting points, timings and surprise experiences are shared 72 hours before departure. Seats are limited to 20 people for the 26-29 August 2026 dates - message us on WhatsApp to lock yours in.
CANCELLATION & REFUND POLICY
- If Oyestore cancels the chapter (low sign-ups, weather, safety) - full refund or credit toward a future chapter, your choice.
- One free date change if requested 15+ days before departure, subject to seat availability.
- Any refund amount is credited back to your original payment method within 21 days.
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