Southern Serenade: Hills & Houseboats
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Unbeatable Value5 Nights / 6 Days

Southern Serenade: Hills & Houseboats

5 Nights / 6 Days escape from Chennai to the freshest air and calmest waters of South India.

Discover the soul of South India in this curated escape that takes you from misty, emerald-green tea gardens to tranquil backwaters where time moves at the pace of nature. This journey combines the crisp mountain air of the Nilgiris with the laid-back charm of Kerala's houseboat culture—all while staying within a refreshingly honest budget.

The Journey

  • 1Explore the misty botanical pathways and tea gardens of Ooty.
  • 2Continue through scenic mountain roads, visiting local spice markets and colonial-era attractions.
  • 3Drive down into Munnar for crisp mountain views and spice plantation walks.
  • 4Relax at your boutique mountain lodge, enjoying evening tea and panoramic hill vistas.
  • 5Drift along the tranquil Alleppey backwaters on a private, traditional Kerala houseboat.
  • 6Depart back to Chennai or Coimbatore with memories of misty mountains and serene waters.

What's Included

  • Private AC vehicle transport starting directly from Chennai or Coimbatore.
  • Cozy, handpicked 3-star boutique stays with daily breakfast and dinner.
  • Full-board meals (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner) served fresh on your Alleppey houseboat.
  • All toll, fuel, and driver allowances covered transparently.
  • Guided heritage tours in Ooty and Munnar.
  • Complimentary welcome drink and orientation briefing.

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