Seventeen days to roam the blue hills and emerald coast of South India, beginning in the warm gateway city of Coimbatore. Ride the misty Nilgiri Biosphere Reserve into the toy-town charm of Ooty, gliding across its lake, wandering century-old gardens and standing atop Doddabetta Peak, before crossing the ranges into Munnar’s endless tea country.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Board a glass-covered houseboat in Alleppey for a drifting feast through the backwaters, then sink into the unhurried shores of Marari for Ayurvedic massage and village walks. Finish in Cochin, where Kathakali eyes speak ancient epics and the lanes of Fort Kochi glow with colonial memory. A languid, luxury-paced grand tour of southern India’s most beloved landscapes.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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Seventeen days is an invitation to slow down so completely that time seems to bend. Watch the sun rise over blue Nilgiri peaks, breathe tea-scented air at high altitude, then trade it all for the rocking hush of a houseboat and a beach where the loudest sound is your own calm.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
This sojourn is a rare gift of space \u2014 space to wander, to heal, to reflect. If you've been running for years, let South India be the place you finally stop.<\/p>\n","cost_includes":"","cost_excludes":"","itineraries":[{"title":"01","content":"\n
Arrive in Coimbatore, the warm gateway to South India, and settle into Gokulam Park for a relaxed start to a grand journey.<\/p>\n"},{"title":"02","content":"\n
A full day at leisure to discover Coimbatore \u2014 its temples, gardens and markets \u2014 entirely at your own pace.<\/p>\n"},{"title":"03","content":"\n
A scenic drive through the misty Nilgiri Biosphere Reserve carries you up into the blue hills of Ooty. Check into Gem Park, ready for the heights ahead.<\/p>\n"},{"title":"04","content":"\n
Glide across Ooty Lake in a rowing boat, wander the century-old Government Botanical Gardens, stand atop the lofty Doddabetta Peak and step behind the scenes of a working tea factory.<\/p>\n"},{"title":"05","content":"\n
Discover the serene Pykara Lake and its tumbling waterfalls, wander the dreamy Pine Forest and lose yourself in a riot of colour at the Rose Garden.<\/p>\n"},{"title":"06","content":"\n
A gloriously free day in Ooty \u2014 rest your soul, or browse for Ooty's famous chocolates and essential oils to take home.<\/p>\n"},{"title":"07","content":"\n
Travel through the Nilgiris into the tea country of Munnar, where The Leaf Munnar welcomes you to the clouds.<\/p>\n"},{"title":"08","content":"\n
Explore the calm waters of Mattupetty Dam, stand at the echoing Echo Point and paddle across the peaceful Kundala Lake.<\/p>\n"},{"title":"09","content":"\n
Discover the high grasslands of Eravikulam National Park, trace the story of tea at the Tata Tea Museum and breathe in the fragrance of a spice plantation.<\/p>\n"},{"title":"10","content":"\n
Drive to Alleppey and board your premium, glass-covered houseboat for a leisurely backwater cruise, feasting on Kerala meals as the world drifts slowly past.<\/p>\n"},{"title":"11","content":"\n
Head to the serene shores of Marari and check into the tranquil Azur Tides for some well-earned beachside relaxation.<\/p>\n"},{"title":"12","content":"\n
A day of pure leisure \u2014 unwind with an Ayurvedic massage, wander through the timeless fishing villages and savour seafood straight from the boats.<\/p>\n"},{"title":"13","content":"\n
Return to Cochin and wander the heritage lanes of Fort Kochi, from the iconic Chinese Fishing Nets to the storied St. Francis Church. Stay at Luxo Kochi.<\/p>\n"},{"title":"14","content":"\n
Admire the beautiful murals of Mattancherry Palace, the elegance of the Paradesi Synagogue and the treasures of Jew Town's antique shops, before an evening of entrancing Kathakali.<\/p>\n"},{"title":"15","content":"\n
Walk the scenic Marine Drive promenade and pick up fragrant spices and handcrafted souvenirs to remember your journey.<\/p>\n"},{"title":"16","content":"\n
A day entirely at leisure in the charming colonial-era city of Cochin.<\/p>\n"},{"title":"17","content":"\n
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