South India
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From 15 to 27 November 2025
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                      South India: "In the footsteps of Ayurveda
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A week of discovering local life, an unusual night on an island in the Backwaters, meeting the locals, a week's Ayurvedic treatment
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Explore Kerala, a tropical paradise
Fair, respectful and committed tourism
Meet local families, enjoy home-cooked meals and discover villages off the beaten track through craft workshops and eco-tourism projects. Get away from the crowded sites for a more responsible experience: we support tourism that respects people, animals and nature, in partnership with sustainable initiatives.
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Well-being and disconnect to oneselfÂ
Ayurvedic cure, yoga and the simple art of living
Treat yourself to a second week of pampering: personalised Ayurvedic treatments with a trusted doctor, yoga classes, personal development workshops and moments of relaxation by the ocean. Rediscover your equilibrium and serenity, while savouring the Kerala way of life between spice markets, golden beaches and gourmet breaks in local restaurants.
Human encounters and local immersion
Fair, respectful and committed tourism
Meet local families, enjoy home-cooked meals and discover villages off the beaten track through craft workshops and eco-tourism projects. Get away from the crowded sites for a more responsible experience: we support tourism that respects people, animals and nature, in partnership with sustainable initiatives.
- - Meet local families and enjoy carefully prepared traditional meals.
- - Discover villages off the beaten track and learn about local cultures and crafts through workshops and eco-tourism projects.
- - Explore unspoilt trails far from the usual tourist circuits, for eco-responsible experiences that respect the local people, animals and the environment.
- - Enjoy a second week dedicated to your well-being with a course of Ayurvedic treatments with a small, trusted local doctor.
- - Adopt a simpler, purer lifestyle through personal development workshops, yoga classes and daily entertainment (surfing option available at extra cost).
- - Relax on the magnificent beaches, browse the spice and souvenir shops and enjoy the local bars and restaurants.
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Guaranteed Available PackagesSaturdayNov 15, 2025FridayNov 28, 20252,590€10Available 1 Booked
What to expect
Accommodation : Old colonial palace - Shared rooms - breakfast included - 1/2 nights
As soon as we arrive at the airport, the participants in the group trip will be picked up and given a warm welcome. After a day's travel, they'll be able to enjoy a moment's rest at the hotel, where they'll have the opportunity to relax by the pool and prepare calmly for the adventures of the days ahead.
Accommodation : Old colonial palace - Shared rooms - breakfast included - 2/2 nights
Morning:
Discover the old town of Cochin on foot in the morning with our local guide. A trading city, Cochin has been a magnet for spices since time immemorial: the Arabs, Chinese, British, Dutch and Portuguese have all left their mark on the history and development of the port city. You will visit a small fish market, the Chinese fishing nets, the churches of Fort Kochi, the different quarters of the old town of Mattancherry with the bazaar (the traditional spice market), the Jewish quarter, the Mattancherry palace as well as Hindu temples and a traditional laundry (Dhobi Khana). Take a lunch break in a local, traditional restaurant (not included).
Afternoon:
Relax by the hotel swimming pool.
Evening :
Visit the Kathakali centre in the evening to watch the actors putting on their make-up. Kathakali is a harmonious blend of dramatic storytelling, dance, music and ancient rituals. The characters are dressed in imposing costumes and elaborately made-up. The performance lasts 1 hour, from 6pm to 7pm.
Accommodation : guest house with an Indian family - shared rooms - 1/2 nights - half board
After breakfast, set off for the mountainous region of Munnar, situated at an altitude of 1600 metres. You will settle into your eco-homestay and be welcomed by your host, Joe. Munnar is home to some of India's most picturesque tea plantations. Its rolling terrain is covered in forests and tea bushes, and the fresh air is scented with the aromas of the spices that are also grown here. In the afternoon, you'll take a short tour of a local, organic spice/medicinal plantation, followed by a cooking class with Joe's family. This will give you the opportunity to sample the typical dishes prepared for dinner.
Accommodation : guest house with an Indian family - shared rooms - 2/2 nights - half board
Morning: After an early breakfast, you'll set off this morning for a 3 to 4 hour hike through the heart of the tea plantations, which stretch as far as the eye can see. You'll climb up to 1950 metres, offering magnificent views of the plantations on one side and the whole valley and surrounding mountains on the other. Your guide will give you an insight into tea-growing as you pass tea-pickers with their large baskets, adding to your experience of tea-growing. The walk ends at the bottom of the hills.
Evening: Traditional Kerala martial art show, Kalari, at 6 pm. Kalari is a health method linked to Ayurveda and its massages. Based on the behaviour of 8 animals, it includes exercises specifically designed to achieve complete control of the body, armed and unarmed combat techniques, as well as therapeutic massages based on knowledge of the vital points (marma points).
Accommodation : Colonial estate - local family - full board - 1 night
Morning: This morning, depart at 8am after breakfast for the beautiful region off the beaten track between the jungle and the mountains. Arrive at the estate and meet your charming hosts, Mathew, his wife and parents Baby and Ran. You are staying in an old colonial mansion set in the heart of the jungle. Enjoy a delicious home-cooked meal prepared by the estate team. On arrival, you can relax in a hammock in the estate garden or take a stroll around the grounds.
Afternoon: Depart on a jeep tour of the former English colonial estate. Bathe in the rivers, waterfalls and a natural swimming pool located a few kilometres from the property. Access is via a short hike through the jungle and rubber plantations.
Evening: At the end of the day, watch the sunset from a magnificent viewpoint: Ayyampara rock. A magical, peaceful moment, perfect for meditating, taking beautiful sunset yoga photos and enjoying the present moment.
Accommodation : Luxury boutique hotel - small capacity in an authentic Backwaters villa - Half board: Breakfast and dinner included - 1/2 nights
Departure for Kumarakom. This is the ideal place to rest and experience the peaceful Backwaters in a different way. Take a dugout canoe to your hotel, an island retreat. Adjust to the slow rhythm of the Backwaters and relax in this peaceful place.
Afternoon: Stroll along the sun loungers on the banks of the Backwaters. At the end of the day, take a traditional boat trip around the island, enjoying the scenic beauty of the Backwaters and watching the fishermen gather their nets full of fish and the islanders go about their business. Bathing is possible here because the Backwaters are less busy, but the ground is muddy! Adjust to the slow rhythm of the backwaters and relax in this peaceful spot. (Massage available on site Ă la carte - not included)
Evening : Traditional Backwaters dinner included for a lovely evening under the stars in this peaceful haven.
Accommodation : Luxury boutique hotel - small capacity in an authentic Backwaters villa - Breakfast and dinner included - 2/2 nights
Morning: Departure at 7am for a 2-3 hour excursion off the island by tuktuk! You will visit a fishing port, then the fish auction. Watch the fishermen bring in their catch from the boat and auction it off as it arrives on the beach. You will then visit a traditional Kerala wooden boat-making workshop. On the way you will see one of the oldest Portuguese churches in the region.
Afternoon: In the late afternoon, set off to discover our island with our guide for a tour of the village. Immerse yourself in total immersion with the locals, who are not used to seeing tourists. Enjoy their kindness, their curiosity and their unforgettable smiles! Discover how they live on this island: life as fishermen, as families, and their culture. A rich learning experience and cultural exchange.
Evening: Traditional Backwaters dinner included for a wonderful evening under the stars in this haven of peace.
Accommodation : Hotel with swimming pool close to the sea - Ayurvedic cure stay - Full board
Morning: Depart after breakfast for a half-day excursion on a traditional Backwaters boat. Visit the local village and join the locals in making coconut ropes, palm mats and other local and ethical activities. Learn how coconuts are harvested. Then observe the protected bird sanctuary and its incredible flora and fauna in this peaceful spot on the water.
Afternoon: The famous Amma Ashram:
We'll set off for the world-famous Amritapuri ashram, a living example of the ancient Indian ideal of "the whole world is one family" ( vasudhaiva kutumbakam ). Here you will find people from all over the world, speaking different languages and with different customs and religions, all living under one roof. In their search for the meaning of life, everyone has forgotten their differences and become a child of Amma.
"My children, this ashram exists for the world; it belongs to you, to all the people who come here." -Amma
We'll be back on the road in the late afternoon for the second part of our stay. Relax on the beach and enjoy another week dedicated to your Ayurvedic cure.
Ayurvedic cure week - Comfort hotel with swimming pool - Treatments a stone's throw from our hotel in a local clinic - 1/5 nights - 5 days of treatments - Full board
Your week-long Ayurvedic cure begins this morning with 3 yoga classes included in the package, taught by an Indian teacher.
Yoga classes: Take part in a yoga session 3 times with an Indian teacher during your stay. Ayurvedic breakfast: Enjoy a balanced, detoxifying breakfast made with fresh, organic ingredients, designed to revitalise your body (can be enjoyed at our hotel by the pool outside the ayurvedic setting).
Afternoon:
At lunchtime, take part in personal development workshops to discover yourself.
Ayurvedic lunch: Enjoy a healthy and tasty Ayurvedic meal, prepared with spices and natural ingredients to balance your dosha.
Ayurvedic treatment: Benefit from a personalised Ayurvedic treatment, such as an Abhyanga massage or Shirodhara treatment, to harmonise your energy and deeply relax your body.
Seaside Free Time: Relax on the beach, soak up the sun and sea and let the sound of the waves lull you into a state of complete relaxation.
Evening :
Light and Nourishing Dinner: Enjoy a light dinner of Ayurvedic dishes, designed to promote healthy digestion and restful sleep.
Make the most of your afternoon by visiting the surrounding area, going to the beach, surfing, taking advantage of the swimming pool, shopping for souvenirs or taking part in energy treatments or Ayurvedic massages.
Ayurvedic board is included at the clinic (morning/midday/evening, vegetarian if you wish to follow the current protocol). However, our hotel will also offer breakfast by the pool and you can of course take advantage of the seaside restaurants in the evening for a relaxing break. You can also take advantage of the seaside restaurants to enjoy the various local specialities.
Ayurvedic cure week - Comfort hotel with swimming pool - Treatments a stone's throw from our hotel in a local clinic - Full board - 2/5 nights
Ayurvedic cure - see previous day's programme.
Ayurvedic cure week - Comfortable hotel with swimming pool - Treatments a stone's throw from our hotel in a local clinic - Full board - 3/5 nights
Ayurvedic cure - see previous day's programme.
Ayurvedic cure week - Comfort hotel with swimming pool - Treatments a stone's throw from our hotel in a local clinic - Full board - 4/5 nights
Ayurvedic cure - see previous day's programme.
Ayurvedic cure week - Comfort hotel with swimming pool - Treatments a stone's throw from our hotel in a local clinic - Full board - 5/5 nights
Ayurvedic cure - see previous day's programme.
Day of departure according to your schedule (shuttle, taxi not paid for but €5) depending on your return flight time, 1 hour 20 minutes from the airport.
Contact us
Maryne knows this country like the back of her hand, so don't hesitate to contact us by email or telephone. I'll be delighted to help you make your reservation.
+356 99798303
info@ganesha-trip.com
Included in your stay
- Transport (The driver will be with you throughout your visit to Kerala, from the airport to your arrival. The last transfer is not included. The price of the transfer for several people is approximately 5-7€ per person). The visits indicated in the description.
- Full board during the second week and the meals mentioned in the programme for the first week only.
- All yoga classes.
- All guided tours and activities mentioned in the programme. Hotel accommodation in a double room with breakfast.
- Tickets for the shows indicated in the description.
- The activities indicated in the description.
- Your Ayurvedic treatments and consultation with our doctor.
Not included in your stay
- International flight tickets: you are free to arrive before or leave after the dates of your stay.
- Meals not mentioned in the description (€2 in India).
- Online visa prices.
- Laundry cleaning.
- Additional costs for entries with personal cameras.
- Other activities not mentioned in the programme or added as a proposal.
- Personal travel insurance / assistance / repatriation / COVID.
- Tips.
- Ayurvedic medicines provided by the ashram's Ayurvedic doctor (cost between €1 and €3 each).
Answers to your questions
F.A.Q
1. Are international flights included?
No, international flights not included.
Why should we do this? Because not everyone leaves from the same place, and some people prefer to extend their stay or discover other destinations before or after. You are free to choose !
Good to know: A WhatsApp group is created with all participants before departure to help you coordinate your flights if you wish.
➡️ On the other hand, all internal flights (domestic flights in India) are included in the price of the stay.
2. Can I cancel if I change my mind?
The tourism sector has no cooling-off period, but don't panic: we've thought of everything!
Several solutions exist for cancel your tripwith or without a receipt.
We are partners of Chapka Assurances and we offer you a reduction of -5 % on their contracts.
This means you can travel with peace of mind, even if the unexpected happens.
3. How will we be supported on site?
As soon as you arrive at the airport, you'll be surrounded by :
from experienced local guides,
a private chauffeur,
and always a French-speaking tour guide (group leader).
We'll take care of you from A to Z, so you can enjoy your stay stress-free.
đź‘Ą A French-speaking representative is also available at any time on the WhatsApp groupAll activities and visits are supervised.
Our teams are here to :
manage day-to-day organisation,
encourage group cohesion,
and above all... to share their passion and knowledge of Ladakh with you.Â
4. Is travel open to men?
Yes !
Our trips are designed to create groups homogenous and balancedwelcoming both women and men.
🛌 For accommodation, don't worry:
if the group is mixed, men and women will be accommodated separately (in yurts and hotels).
If you are travelling as a couple, simply let us know in advance so that we can arrange a shared room.
5. Private or shared room?
By default, our rooms are shared by two. This makes it possible to maintain an affordable tariff for everyone.
However, if you want more privacy, you can opt for a private room (subject to availability) with a small supplement.
 Don't hesitate to let us know when you book!
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