Kerala
Kerala is epitomised by its slow pace of life. It is a hugely diverse region, offering a great deal without the long drives often typifying Northern India. A cruise through the backwaters past idyllic traditional villages is always a real highlight. The bustling city of Cochin, with its Dutch, Portuguese and British colonial influences has always been the hub of the spice trade. The drive into the hills will take you to the dramatic scenery of Munnar and the wildlife at Thekkady. The food is another highlight of Kerala, its traditional fish curries are a real delight.Suggested itineraries
Essence of Kerala - India
From the bustling fort city of Cochin to the serene backwaters, the breathtaking Cardomom hills and onto the stunning Keralan coast, this itinerary takes you through the highlights that make up the breathtaking Indian state of Kerala.
From the bustling fort city of Cochin to the serene backwaters, the breathtaking Cardomom hills and onto the stunning Keralan coast, this itinerary takes you through the highlights that make up the breathtaking Indian state of Kerala.
Hammocks and Homestays - Kerala and Maldives
A relaxed and leisurely trip through the backwaters of Kerala including a night on your own private houseboat, followed by a truly indulgent time on an idyllic island in the Maldives.
A relaxed and leisurely trip through the backwaters of Kerala including a night on your own private houseboat, followed by a truly indulgent time on an idyllic island in the Maldives.
Malabar to the Coromandel - South India
A fascinating journey for the seasoned traveller to India, traversing the southern peninsula from the Malabar coast of the lush, green state of Kerala in the west to the Coromandel coast via the fertile plains and temple towns of Tamil Nadu.
A fascinating journey for the seasoned traveller to India, traversing the southern peninsula from the Malabar coast of the lush, green state of Kerala in the west to the Coromandel coast via the fertile plains and temple towns of Tamil Nadu.
Southern Trader - India
From the new and bustling economic mantelpiece of modern India in Bangalore to the city of Madras where the British East India Company dominated the South, this tour follows the scent of spices and former trade routes through Kerala and Tamil Nadu.
From the new and bustling economic mantelpiece of modern India in Bangalore to the city of Madras where the British East India Company dominated the South, this tour follows the scent of spices and former trade routes through Kerala and Tamil Nadu.
Properties
Bangaram Island Resort (Boutique Hotel)
Bangaram Island Resort is an unpretentious resort set on one of the most remote and beautiful islands off the Keralan coast, where you will find the diving is unparalleled.
Bangaram Island Resort is an unpretentious resort set on one of the most remote and beautiful islands off the Keralan coast, where you will find the diving is unparalleled.
Coconut Lagoon (Boutique Hotel)
The perfect place to relax on the backwaters, Coconut Lagoon is a charming hotel with heritage styled rooms, tropical gardens and fantastic local cuisine.
The perfect place to relax on the backwaters, Coconut Lagoon is a charming hotel with heritage styled rooms, tropical gardens and fantastic local cuisine.
Malabar House (Boutique Hotel)
The Malabar House is a charming small boutique hotel located in the heart of Fort Cochin, an ideal place from which to explore this fascinating city.
The Malabar House is a charming small boutique hotel located in the heart of Fort Cochin, an ideal place from which to explore this fascinating city.
Marari Beach Resort (Boutique Hotel)
Marari Beach Resort is built in the style of a local fishing village, set on the golden shores of the Indian Ocean and offering the perfect climax to a tour of Kerala.
Marari Beach Resort is built in the style of a local fishing village, set on the golden shores of the Indian Ocean and offering the perfect climax to a tour of Kerala.
Philip Kuttys Farm (Guesthouse)
Philip Kutty’s Farm is a delightful and refreshing homestay oozing with charm and run with a strong sense of professionalism and attention to detail.
Philip Kutty’s Farm is a delightful and refreshing homestay oozing with charm and run with a strong sense of professionalism and attention to detail.
Privacy (Boutique Hotel)
Situated on the shores of Lake Vembanad, in the middle of the backwaters, this charming little retreat is decorated in the ‘boutique’ style of its sister property in Cochin, The Malabar House.
Situated on the shores of Lake Vembanad, in the middle of the backwaters, this charming little retreat is decorated in the ‘boutique’ style of its sister property in Cochin, The Malabar House.
Serenity (Boutique Hotel)
Situated on a small hilltop, Serenity is surrounded by a rubber plantation located midway between Cochin and Thekkady. It is a delightful old plantation bungalow built in the 1920’s which has been beautifully converted.
Situated on a small hilltop, Serenity is surrounded by a rubber plantation located midway between Cochin and Thekkady. It is a delightful old plantation bungalow built in the 1920’s which has been beautifully converted.
Shalimar Spice Garden (Boutique Hotel)
Shalimar Spice Garden is located in Thekkady, and is located in the middle of a lush jungle rolling away from cardamom-covered hills and next to the flora and fauna of the Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary.
Shalimar Spice Garden is located in Thekkady, and is located in the middle of a lush jungle rolling away from cardamom-covered hills and next to the flora and fauna of the Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary.
Spice Village (Boutique Hotel)
Ideally located close to the Periyar National Park, Spice Village is a laid back and homely place, with the protection of nature and the environment one of its core values.
Ideally located close to the Periyar National Park, Spice Village is a laid back and homely place, with the protection of nature and the environment one of its core values.
Surya Samudra Beach Garden (Boutique Hotel)
just outside Kovalam, in a quiet location, Surya Samudra is a 23 room eco-friendly resort set in expansive tropical gardens overlooking two beatiful beaches.
just outside Kovalam, in a quiet location, Surya Samudra is a 23 room eco-friendly resort set in expansive tropical gardens overlooking two beatiful beaches.
Taj West End (Classic Hotel)
The Taj West End was built in 1887 and is the iconic hotel of Bangalore. Set within 20 acres of beautiful gardens the hotel offers a blend of old world charm with modern sophistication and comfort.
The Taj West End was built in 1887 and is the iconic hotel of Bangalore. Set within 20 acres of beautiful gardens the hotel offers a blend of old world charm with modern sophistication and comfort.
The Leela Kempinski Kovalam (Luxury Hotel)
The Leela Kempinski, Kovalam has a unique setting, perched on a rock-face overlooking the Arabian Sea and is a deluxe retreat with impeccable service with a luxurious finish.
The Leela Kempinski, Kovalam has a unique setting, perched on a rock-face overlooking the Arabian Sea and is a deluxe retreat with impeccable service with a luxurious finish.
Tranquil (Guesthouse)
Tranquil, located in Sultans Battery in Northern Kerala, is a stunning property set in a 400 acre coffee and vanilla plantation.
Tranquil, located in Sultans Battery in Northern Kerala, is a stunning property set in a 400 acre coffee and vanilla plantation.
Trinity (Boutique Hotel)
Trinity is an incredibly stylish 3 bedroom hotel situated in the heart of Fort Cochin. The perfect place from which to explore this fascinating city.
Trinity is an incredibly stylish 3 bedroom hotel situated in the heart of Fort Cochin. The perfect place from which to explore this fascinating city.
Windermere Estate (Boutique Hotel)
Located in the Western Ghats, Windermere Estate is a perfect retreat to explore the beautiful green tea hills of Munnar. This 15-room boutique hotel is well positioned for fabulous views of the surrounding countryside.
Located in the Western Ghats, Windermere Estate is a perfect retreat to explore the beautiful green tea hills of Munnar. This 15-room boutique hotel is well positioned for fabulous views of the surrounding countryside.