The Romantic Trails of Southern India

Mysore, Kerala & Mumbai

Best time to travel

Oct - May

Ideal length

16 nights

Perfect for

Couples

From (incl flights)

€4,679 pp

At a glance

International flights from Dublin to Bangalore and home from Mumbai.
All private transfers as well as your internal flight to Mumbai.
16 nights’ accommodation in Mysore, Mettupalayam, Ooty, Wayanad, Nagarhole, Coorg, Neeleswaram and Mumbai.
Morning and afternoon safari activities in Nagarhole National Park.
Guided experiences and city tours in Mysore, Ooty, Neeleshwar and Mumbai.

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Introduction

Follow the hidden trails of Southern India, discovering parts of the cultural destination that remain unknown to the outside world. This suggested itinerary is superb for those who wish to delve deeper into Indian culture and heritage, as we will take you on an exclusive journey through historic tea estates, coffee and spice plantations, hidden coastal towns and secluded tiger reserves.

Luxury Bespoke Services

At OROKO, we’ve been to India many times and have continuously returned to explore its chaotic cities, rural heartlands and remote mountain villages. It is a place that is extremely rewarding, but also a destination where specialist knowledge is vital. That is why all of our bespoke itineraries to India include luxury partner accommodation, expert English-speaking private guides, private drivers and pre-arranged train tickets in executive class carriages. Each one of our itineraries are bespoke and tailored to you, so think of this as just a sneak-peak of just how brilliant an OROKO holiday to India can be.

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Trip Overview

Depart from Dublin to the futuristic city of Bangalore.

Upon arrival, your private driver will transfer you to the cultural city of Mysore, where you will spend two nights. We’ll start your discovery of India with a guided tour Mysore’s heritage highlights including its opulent palace.

Enjoy a relaxing stay in a sustainable resort in Mettupalayam’s countryside.

Privately transfer to the remote resort and spend the night relaxing and unwinding in the hidden countryside. Lounge by the pool, meditate at sunrise and indulge in Ayurvedic spa treatments.

Transfer to the resort town of Ooty, set high in the Western Ghats.

Spend one night in a glorious boutique property. Once a popular summer destination for the former British Raj, admire its rolling hills, historic residences and tea estates on a privately guided tour.

Set out for a peaceful plantation stay in Wayanad.

Two nights will be defined by luxury plantation living, experiencing exclusive outdoor activities and unlimited relaxation experiences. Bird watching, nature walks and cookery classes are some of the fun experiences to enjoy.

It is time for your safari experience in Nagarhole National Park.

The next two days will be filled with exclusive adventures in the tiger reserve. With your guide, set out morning and afternoon safari experiences in search of Bengal tiger, Indian leopard, sloth bear and Asian elephant.

Leave the jungle landscapes for the coffee and spice plantations of Coorg.

Spend the next two nights enjoying the peaceful surroundings and relaxing by the pool. We can arrange a variety of outdoor excursions and visits to nearby plantations.

Transfer to Neeleswaram, a small coastal village in Kerala.

Enjoy a relaxing four-night stay in a beachside property. When you’re not relaxing on the sunny shores, set out on a guided exploration of the surrounded area including a heritage walk and guided tour to the harbour.

Depart for Mumbai.

Spend two nights in the capital city, enjoying the commotion and chaos of the city. We’ve arranged a guided tour to introduce you to Mumbai’s most famed sites, markets and bazaars. We’ll also reserve a table at our favourite restaurant for your final evening in India.

Transfer to the international airport for your flight home.

Arrive in Dublin.

Tailoring your holiday

OROKO Itineraries are created with you in mind and no two are the same. These can be used to help plan your trip - or we can design a completely different itinerary to suit you.

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Accommodation

Where to rest your head

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Royal Orchid Metropole

The Royal Orchid Metropole hotel is a building steeped in history and culture. Originally built by the Maharaja of Mysore in the early 20th century, the hotel was used as accommodation for visiting dignitaries.

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Kurumba Village Resort

Step off the beaten track at Kurumba Village Resort where peace and tranquillity are the order of the day. Named after a long-forgotten tribe, the property maintains an ethos of sustainability, solitude and happiness.

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Savoy Ooty

The Savoy Hotel is steeped in heritage and culture. With origins in the early nineteenth century, the property beautifully reflects its surroundings in colonial Ooty.

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Tranquil Resort Wayanad

Tranquil Resort is located in a 400-acre coffee and vanilla plantation in northern Kerala. This unique property offers guests the chance to completely unwind in peace and quiet.

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Evolve Back Kuruba Safari Lodge

This wonderful safari lodge offers rustic luxury in a rural setting. Guests of the property can gain an insight into life in the Indian countryside with visits to Nagarhole National Park and its surrounding villages.

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Evolve Back Chikkana Halli Estate

Evolve Back Chikkana Halli Estate is a stunning luxury estate set over 300 acres of working coffee and spice plantations in Coorg. This remote property is the perfect place to get away from it all.

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Neeleshwar Hermitage

Located in a beautifully scenic part of northern Kerala, Neeleshwar Hermitage is the perfect beachside escape. With a calm and restful atmosphere and stunning views, guests want for nothing in this haven.

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The Taj Mahal Palace

With stunning views over the Arabian Sea and located next to the Gateway of India monument, the Taj Mahal Palace stands as one of Mumbai’s iconic structures in its own right.

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What people are saying

There are no words to express how great that holiday was! We absolutely loved it and all agreed that it was our best holiday ever! Huge compliments to OROKO for this trip and we will be recommending you for certain. The itinerary was perfect in terms of variety and length of time at each place. The accommodation was fantastic and we haven’t a single thing we could complain about in that regard.

Susan & family – Costa Rica, 2022