January 9 to 23, 2027
14 Nights / 15 Days
Immerse yourself in the living heart of Indian spirituality. From the roaring shores of Jagannath Puri to the serene temples of Sri Rangam, this 15-day journey traces the very footsteps of Sri Krishna Chaitanya–the extraordinary person who started the Kirtan revolution and Bhakti renaissance in the 15th century.
We’ll travel through temple towns, forests, riverbanks, and coastal sanctuaries—experiencing sacred art, ancient devotional traditions, and profound cultural heritage. This is a bhakti yoga immersion like no other, and we are joined by a very special guide: Deva Madhava Das–founder of the Harmony Collective in Michigan and renowned teacher of Krishna bhakti.
Trip Highlights
- Jagannath Puri — witness one of India’s most sacred Vaishnava cities and the temples connected to Sri Chaitanya’s life.
- Ancient Kurma Kṣetra — visit the rare and extraordinary Kurmāvatāra shrine, tortoise incarnation of Vishnu.
- Godavari River — location of the famous dialogue between Sri Caitanya and Ramananda Raya. Explore river culture and ghats among quiet hills and lush greenery.
- Ahobilam — trek through forests and cliffs to the nine Narasimha shrines from time of Prahlada.
- Tirumala & Tirupati — seek blessings at the world’s most-visited temple, Venkateswara’s divine abode.
- Kanchipuram & Srirangam — walk through the great temple-cities of southern India known as Divya Desam: Divine Lands.
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Detailed Itinerary
Day 1–3 — Puri (3 nights)
Arrive in Bhubaneshwar Airport → Transfer to Puri
Begin your pilgrimage in the coastal temple city of Puri.
- Parikrama (circumambulation) of Jagannath Temple
- Visit to Gundicha Temple, Tota Gopinatha, & Siddha Bakula
- Sunrise at Puri Beach near Haridas Thakura Samadhi
- Optional: Excursion to the UNESCO-listed Konark Sun Temple
Day 4 — Kurma Kṣetra (1 night)
Travel south to the sacred site of Sri Kurmam, one of the world’s only temples dedicated to Kurma, the tortoise avatāra of Vishnu.
- Darshan at Sri Kurmanatha Temple
- Peaceful overnight stay at a beachfront property
Day 5–6 — Godavari River (2 nights)
Settle into the river town of Rajahmundry, where devotional life unfolds along the banks of the legendary Godavari.
- Visit ISKCON Rajahmundry & Ramananda Gaudiya Math
- Explore the Godavari ghats
- Enjoy a boat trip on the Godavari
- Relax at a riverfront stay
Day 7–8 — Ahobilam (2 nights)
Travel to Ahobilam—home of the nine Narasimha shrines nestled deep within forests and cliffs.
- Visit the lower temples on the first day
- Explore the upper temples on the second day
- Quiet time in the forests and hills of this sacred region
Day 9–10 — Tirupati (2 nights)
Arrive in Tirupati and ascend the hill to seek darshan of Lord Venkateswara, the most visited temple in the world.
- Full day excursion to Tirumala Venkateswara Temple
- Free time to decompress from travel
Day 11 — Kanchipuram (1 night)
Enter one of India’s seven sacred cities, famed for its ancient temples and silk heritage.
- Visit Varadaraja Perumal Temple
Day 12 — Pondicherry: French Quarter (1 night)
A gentle shift in atmosphere as you arrive in Pondicherry, with its colonial architecture and seaside charm.
- Walk through the French Quarter
- Enjoy the promenade, cafés, markets, and seaside ambience
Day 13–14 — Sri Rangam (2 nights)
Conclude your pilgrimage in the grand temple-city of Srirangam, the foremost of all Divya Desams.
- Explore Sri Ranganathaswamy Temple, a sprawling sacred complex
- Visit nearby sites on the Kaveri river island
- Enjoy peaceful evenings in one of India’s most revered spiritual centers
Day 15 — Departure
Transfer to Trichy or Chennai airport for your onward journey.
End of pilgrimage and group farewell.
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