"I started Southern India Holidays to arrange the kind of unhurried, private journeys I would plan for my own family, across the Kerala, Tamil Nadu and Karnataka I know best."
South India holidays, planned with care
Private holidays across Kerala, Tamil Nadu and Karnataka
We plan custom South India holidays around your pace, interests and comfort — from Kerala houseboats and Ayurveda retreats to Tamil Nadu temple towns and Karnataka wildlife stays, with local knowledge and support from Kochi and London.
Backwaters
Houseboats
Munnar
Ayurveda
Honeymoon
Wildlife
Concierge
Signature journeys
Curated Luxury Journeys Across Kerala And South India
Choose the feeling first. We shape the route, stays and pace around the mood of the journey.
Wellness
Wellness & Ayurveda
Ancient healing traditions, trusted retreats and time to properly restore.
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Celebrate
Weddings & Events
Destination weddings, private celebrations and corporate retreats across South India.
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Backwaters
Luxury Houseboats
Private crewed boats through Alleppey and Kumarakom quieter waterways.
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Romance
Honeymoons & Romance
Private villas, soft surprises and slow days for two.
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Highlands
Munnar Tea Country
Misty estates, cool air and mornings above the clouds.
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Wildlife
Safari Extensions
Bandipur, Kabini and Thekkady with expert naturalists.
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Coast
Private Villas & Beach Nature
Golden sands, quiet coves and boutique villa stays.
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Where to next
Rooted In Kerala. Refined Around You.
Kerala is usually the heart of the journey: backwaters, tea hills, Ayurveda, beaches, wildlife and quiet heritage towns. From there we can extend into Tamil Nadu for temples and culture, or Karnataka for forests, palaces and hill country.
Backwaters
Alleppey
Houseboat country, palm-lined canals and slow water.
Lake calm
Kumarakom
Lakeside resorts, birdlife and restorative sunsets.
Tea hills
Munnar
Cool highlands, estate walks and misty mornings.
Forest
Thekkady
Spice gardens, Periyar nature and soft adventure.
Gateway
Kochi
Heritage harbours, private guides and elegant arrivals.
Karnataka extension
Bandipur
Safari country when the route calls for the wild south.
How it works
Three Steps To A Calmer Journey
01
Listen
Tell us what moves you: water, hills, wildlife, rest, romance and when you would like to travel.
02
Design
A specialist crafts your private itinerary, then refines stays, guides, houseboats and pacing with you.
03
Support
Private drivers, smooth handovers and concierge support from Kochi and London while you travel.
Ayurveda and Wellness
Slow down and rejuvenate with traditional Ayurvedic therapies at trusted Kerala retreats.
View ProgramsSample Journeys
Seven starting points from slow Kerala classics to short domestic and Middle East-friendly breaks.
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Why travel with us
Planned By A South India Specialist
A new name built on years of first-hand South India travel experience. Every journey is planned by hand around you, never pulled from a fixed brochure.
Tailor-made itineraries shaped around your dates, pace, comfort and interests. No fixed, one-size-fits-all packages and no rushed routes.
Private drivers, carefully chosen stays and one point of contact for support from Kochi and London throughout your trip.
Good to know
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best time to visit Kerala for a luxury holiday?
Most travellers prefer October to March. The monsoon months are traditionally favoured for Ayurveda retreats, and our concierge team plans around your priorities.
Are your Kerala journeys tailor-made?
Yes. Every journey is designed around your dates, interests and pace, combining handpicked stays, experiences, houseboats and transfers.
Can you combine Kerala with Karnataka or Tamil Nadu?
Yes. Popular extensions include Bandipur and Kabini in Karnataka, plus heritage and cultural extensions into Tamil Nadu.