Kerala and the Southern Highlights

What's Included

• All meals

• Domestic transportation

• 3* plus – 4* accommodation

• Touring with guides and entrance fees

• Visa fees for UK passport holders

What's Not Included

• Tipping and Gratuities

• Drinks with Meals

Accommodation

Residency Hotel

The Residency Hotel is a short distance to the city’s corporate and shopping areas. The en-suite rooms feature modern amenities including, TV and and tea/coffee facilities. A breakfast buffet is served daily in the Spice Bar, which also offers lunch and dinner, with guests also having the option to order a la carte from the Chin Chin restaurant.

Located along the Bay of Bengal and surrounded by 12 acres of lush greenery, The Ideal Beach Resort is the perfect place to relax after a day filled with adventure. Home to a private beach, finished with huts and hammocks, the resort will offer a truly Ideal holiday experience. Facilities include an outdoor swimming pool, Ayurvedic massage centre and spa. Rooms are spacious and comfortable and offer tea and coffee making facilities, a safe and daily newspaper.

Situated in a quiet neighbourhood off Richmond Circle in the heart of Bangalore's Central Business District, Adarsh Hamilton Hotel offers luxurious en-suite rooms featuring modern amenities including, TV, tea/coffee facilities and a safety deposit box. Superb facilities include a restaurant, free Wi-Fi and fitness centre.

Conveniently located just minutes away from the Mysore Palace and Mysore Zoo, The 4* Grand Mercure Hotel sits within the heart of the city. The hotel offers comfortable rooms with a modern flare and is equipped with a rooftop pool, gym and all day dining restaurant. Other facilities include a bar, serving a sophisticated collection of cocktails, mocktails, spirits and wines.

Located within the scenic surroundings of Ooty, the 4* Fortune Resort Sullivan Court is a modern-day tribute to the founder of the city, John Sullivan. The resort is just 1km from the city centre and provides a wide selection of facilities to guests, including restaurants, serving flavours of India as well as cuisines from around the world, as well as a contemporary bar, spa and gym. Rooms are beautifully furnished and equipped with a minibar, coffee and tea maker as well as air conditioning and flatscreen TV.

With its convenient location, The Silvertips hotel offers easy access to Munnar’s must-see destinations. The hotel features 60 beautifully appointed en-suite rooms, many of which include a balcony/terrace, complimentary bottled water, TV and a coffee/tea maker. The hotel also offers access to a vast array of services, including free Wi-Fi, a fitness centre and spa.

Located in the midst of untouched land, the 4* Poetree Sarovar Portico resort allows guests to immerse themselves within nature, allowing for unforgettable views over the Periyar Forest, home to some of the most conservated wildlife in the country. Resort facilities include a spa and sanctuary, offering only the best Indian rejuvenation therapies, as well as a variety of dining options serving both Indian and international cuisines. Rooms here are inspired by warm tones and are equipped with air condition, mini bar and tea/ coffee making facilities plus much more.

Just a 10-minute ferry ride from Fort Cochin, the Casino Hotel combines relaxed Keralan style with modern comforts. There is an outdoor pool, gym, lounge and shop, whilst the restaurants serve Indian, Chinese and continental cuisine and specialise in fresh fish dishes. There is also free Wi-Fi and an Ayurveda massage service. Bedrooms are bright and spacious with typically Keralan aspects and offer air conditioning, safe, minibar, television and en suite bathroom.

Located in Allepy, the traditional 80 feet long crafts have been adapted into luxuriously furnished houseboats. Each houseboat is beautifully decorated with coir mattress on the floor. Modern comforts include a spacious living/dining area and sun deck, with an airy passage and neat kitchen. Clean towels and blankets are also provided.

Located by the famed beaches of Kovalam, 15 metres from the sea, Uday Samudra Beach Resort is an exclusive 5 Star leisure beach hotel - a destination by itself. The hotel boasts luxurious air-conditioned en-suite rooms with modern amenities and the restaurant serves a variety of delicious Chinese, continental and local dishes. Live cultural programmes also can be enjoyed during dinner time.

Experiences

Kumbalangi Village Life

Glimpse the traditional lifestyle of Kerala's fisher-folk with a visit to Kumbalangi, where you can see the villagers going about their day to day activities and discover traditional handicrafts.

Marvel at the strength and agility of Kalaripayattu practitioners at a performance of Kerala's traditional art form. This old martial art combines defensive steps and stances with weaponry such as daggers, spears, maces and bows and arrows.

Hosted by a local family in their home, take part in a cooking demonstration of tasty, traditional treats, learning the skills and techniques needed to prepare delicious Keralan dishes.