Oyestore.FOUR CHAPTERS THIS SEASON · VARKALA & SRI LANKA
RAKSHA BANDHAN CHAPTER · 28-30 AUG 2026This Raksha Bandhan, make memories together.
Some bonds are built by blood. Some are built by choice. Trade the crowded malls for cliffside sunsets.
Creator-led, not corporate
Hosted by real creators who've made the trip themselves, not a rotating agency guide.
Small chapters, never a tour bus
Capped at 20 people - closer to a friend group than a coach full of strangers.
Built on a real community
Every chapter feeds back into Oyestore's community feed - real photos, real people, before you even book.
ABOUT THE CHAPTER
Leave behind the crowded malls, predictable lunches and routine celebrations. Trade them for cliffside sunsets, road trips that never seem to end, and morning chai overlooking the Arabian Sea.
Whether you're travelling with your brother, your sister, your best friend or simply by yourself, this is a weekend built around connection. Because family isn't always who you grow up with - sometimes, it's who you travel with. Varkala & Kollam, over 3 days and 4 nights.
THE CHAPTER
DAY 0
The City Stays Behind
Departure from Bangalore - the playlists begin and the city slowly fades away.
- Departure from Bangalore
- The playlists begin
- The city slowly fades away
- The weekend officially starts
- Overnight journey towards Kerala
DAY 1
Cliffs, Cafés & Coastlines
Welcome to Varkala - where the sea meets the cliffs and time slows down.
- Arrival & check-in, freshen up, traditional Kerala breakfast, community introductions
- Explore Varkala Cliff and Black Beach
- Café hopping, hidden viewpoints, beach games, photography walk
- Sunset experience and a poolside social evening
- Community activities, music and conversations
DAY 2
The Rhythm of Kerala
Today belongs to Kollam - backwaters, villages and peaceful landscapes.
- Breakfast, surfing, a scenic drive, village exploration
- Kayaking (weather permitting), toddy stops, photography, local experiences
- Evening bonfire, community awards, storytelling session
- Farewell dinner, music and games
DAY 3
One More Chapter
A scenic drive to Kollam's backwaters, then a free final day exactly the way you want it.
- Scenic drive to Kollam, backwater cruise, village exploration
- Kayaking (weather permitting), tea stop, local Kerala cuisine
- Free time: café hopping, beach walk, shopping, revisit your favourite spots
- Farewell lunch, then evening departure back to Bangalore
DAY 4
Home
Early morning arrival in Bangalore - the trip's over, the friendships are just getting started.
- Early morning arrival in 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
- Stay Accommodation
- Daily Breakfast
- Hosted Community Experience
- Backwater Experience
- Surfing
- Community Activities
- Poolside Social Evening
- Beachside Experiences
- Unlimited Main Character Moments
- AC Transportation from Bangalore, if opted in
NOT INCLUDED
- Lunch & Dinner
- Personal Expenses
- Adventure Activities not listed above
- Shopping
- 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 28-30 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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