Famous for its Spice Coast with ancient sights and fine food aplenty, this part of India is renowned for its cultural and natural beauty, where the people, architecture and atmosphere combine to make the perfect place to relax both body and mind.
Drift through Kerala’s dreamy backwaters on a houseboat, gliding past coconut groves and rice paddies
Unwind on golden beaches kissed by the Arabian Sea, or trek into the spice-scented Western Ghats
Discover Tamil Nadu’s magnificent temples and timeless Hindu art and architecture
Wander through tea and spice plantations, spotting exotic wildlife hidden in lush mountain forests
Begin your journey in Bengaluru, India’s vibrant modern city and the perfect gateway to the south
Located between the Arabian Sea and the Western Ghats, Kerala’s tropical climate and fertile soil combine to ensure everything grows. Along the coast, sandy shores attract sunbathers while far inland the mountains are covered in vast plantations of spices and tea, as well as exotic wildlife.
Though stunning cliffs can be found to the north, the real emerald jewels in south India’s crown are the picturesque backwaters. Easygoing and meandering, this network of rivers, canals and lagoons nourishes a seemingly infinite number of rice paddies and coconut groves, while characterful houseboats cruise the water highways from one village to another. Aside from the sleepy backwaters, the south boasts Tamil Nadu, home to Hindu art and architecture, the city of Mysore and the jungle of the Western Ghats, which is ideal for viewing wildlife. Begin your visit to south India in the modern city of Bengaluru in Karnataka, which makes an ideal starting point for your journey.
Perched dramatically above the Arabian Sea, The Leela Kovalam, A Raviz Hotel offers an exquisite blend of coastal serenity and refined indulgence, with sweeping ocean views, contemporary clifftop suites, Ayurvedic wellness, curated dining and highly discreet service.
Tucked into tropical hillside gardens with sweeping views of the Arabian Sea, Taj Green Cove Resort & Spa, Kovalam offers luxury villas, Ayurvedic wellness, fresh seafood dining and a tranquil, village-style ambience.
Brunton Boatyard in Fort Kochi stands on a storied waterfront once home to a colonial boatyard. Today, this restored vintage luxury hotel evokes the maritime grandeur of Kerala’s spice trade era with elegance and quiet authenticity.
Inspired by the architecture of the native Mannan tribe, Spice Village is an eco-resort in Thekkady where traditional thatched cottages, organic gardens and sustainable living come together beside the Periyar Wildlife Reserve, creating a quiet retreat rooted in nature.
Set on Willingdon Island with panoramic views of Kochi’s harbour, Taj Malabar Resort & Spa blends colonial charm with contemporary luxury, offering stylish waterfront rooms, a soothing Jiva Spa, fresh seafood dining and easy access to Kerala’s rich cultural tapestry.
Tucked into a lush rainforest in the Western Ghats, Taj Madikeri Resort & Spa, Coorg is a hilltop sanctuary with panoramic views, elegant villas, a holistic spa, plantation trails and sustainable, locally inspired dining – a true retreat into nature and indulgence.