A 16-Day Private Escorted Tour
Your personal adventure, your way! If you love the idea of having a knowledgeable guide by your side but still want full control over your journey, a private escorted tour is the perfect balance.
Travel one-on-one with your dedicated guide, set the pace that suits you, and choose the destinations and experiences that excite you most. It’s the ideal blend of expert support and independent spirit — all tailored entirely to you.
There are some places in the world that don’t just welcome you — they gently draw you in, wrapping you up in sights, smells, stories, and everyday moments that linger long after you’ve left.
Kerala, India is one of those places.
This journey through southern India weaves together historic towns, tea-covered hills, backwater villages, and quiet beaches — with a focus on meaningful encounters and slower travel. It’s a route designed especially for solo women travellers: thoughtfully structured, culturally rich, and full of warmth.
You can see the full details and itinerary here.
Your Trip, Your Guide: Tailored Private Escorted Tours
If you love having a knowledgeable guide but prefer to call the shots, go private. With just you and your guide, you’ll move at your own rhythm, handpick destinations and activities, and shape every day to suit your interests—ideal for travellers who want direction and freedom in equal measure.
Itinerary
Day 1: Overnight Travel
Take an overnight flight from London to Kochi (please enquire about departures from other countries).
Day 2: Welcome to India!
Upon arrival in Kochi, exclusive airport assistance will be provided, and you’ll be greeted by a female team member who will accompany you to your hotel by car where you will check in at Old Harbour Hotel in Fort Cochin for 2 nights (Superior room).
In the evening, visit the famous dance drama of Kerala – Kathakali. Characterised by theatrical storytelling using a range of facial and hand movements, amazing costumes and extensive make-up. Be sure to arrive early, before the performance is due to begin, to watch the performers transforming into Kathakali characters.
Day 3: Kochi
In the morning, after breakfast enjoy a Heritage Walk through Fort Kochi to experience the life of this historic town. You may also like to visit the Dhobi Khana in Fort Kochi—the only place in Kerala, and one of the few in the country, where the traditional method of laundry continues.
In the evening, drive to a local family home to attend a cooking class with Nimmy Paul. She conducts cookery classes and teaches her guest students the nuances of traditional Syrian Christian, Kerala, and other recipes. Meen Molee, Appam, and Mally Charu are some of the popular Kerala dishes you will learn with Nimmy.
Day 4: Muvattupuzha
After a 2 hour drive into Muvattupuzha, you’ll check into the Indian Summer House where you will stay in a Krishna/Ganesha room for 2 nights.
In the afternoon, we will call up the boatman and ask him to canoe us across the Muvattapuzha River for an afternoon tea with Mohanan at his tea shop! Mohanan, wife and family have been running this teahouse for many years and we will enjoy its vintage beauty.
Day 5: Muvattupuzha
Your last day in Muvattupuzha will be jam-packed with traditional Indian activities:
In the morning, you’ll participate in a local toddy tapping & tasting experience with Renju. He will scale the palm trees to collect the toddy that has accumulated in large earthenware pots high up in the crown of the palm. You can drink it fresh or let it ferment to increase the alcohol content (usually 3–6%).
Return to the hotel for breakfast and enjoy the rest of the morning at your leisure.
In the afternoon, a native henna artist will visit to paint some beautiful henna designs on both your hands. The henna will remain for another 4-5 days and then fade gradually. Towards sunset, we will take an autorickshaw to visit the local 4th generation Ayurveda and Temple Store. You will be able to meet some locals and share in the community spirit of the temple before having the opportunity to receive Pushpanjali (a blessing for you and your family for a safe onward journey).
Day 6: Munnar
After driving into Munnar and checking into Windermere Estate, where you will stay in an Estate room for 2 nights, you will spend the afternoon on a complimentary guided plantation walk in the campus of the hotel where you will be introduced to various spices being grown in Kerala.
Day 7: Munnar
This day will be spent sightseeing.
Start the day with the “A Day with Tea Pickers” programme on the hotel grounds, joining pickers in the field to try selective plucking, observe the weighing process, and end with a visit to a picker’s home for traditional tea.
After lunch, drive to Srishti to see Aranya Natural and Disha—women-focused initiatives within the natural dyeing, handmade paper, and confectionery units that employ specially abled staff. Wrap up the day of sightseeing with a leisurely walk through Munnar’s local market to browse homemade chocolates, fresh produce, and the fish market before heading back to the hotel.
Day 8: Thekkady
In the morning, drive about 4 hours to Thekkady and check into your Garden Cottage room at the Spice Village where you will stay for 2 nights.
In the afternoon, visit a Spice Garden to see different varieties of spices such as cardamom, cinnamon, pepper, clove, vanilla, ginger, tea, and coffee growing in their natural environment. From the Spice Garden, drive to Kumily Market to explore the local spice market.
Day 9: Thekkady
In the morning, join a morning nature walk at Periyar National Park—an interpretive sandal protection trekking programme, accompanied by a trained tribal guide, offering an excellent opportunity to observe birds, butterflies, and other wildlife through a range of habitats during the 4–5 km walk.
The rest of the day will be spent at your leisure.
Day 10: Alappuzha
After driving to Kumarakom, you will check into The Emerald Isle Heritage Villa, a homestay located on the bank of backwaters, where you will stay for 3 nights.
The rest of the day will be spent at your leisure.
Day 11: Alappuzha
You will spend your morning on-board a houseboat for a day cruise on the backwaters.
The houseboat sails through narrow canals, allowing you to see villages, schools, temples, markets by the lake, and the daily chores of locals who live by the backwaters. Lunch is included on board during the cruise. You will then return to your homestay by early afternoon.
In the evening, join the ladies of the house as they begin preparing for dinner and get hands-on experience in a typical Kerala family kitchen. Discussions covering food, traditions, local culture, and a cup of tea with light snacks will accompany this experience, which culminates in dinner.
Day 12: Alappuzha
Explore the town of Alleppey with a female guide. Sightseeing gives you the opportunity to explore the sights, sounds, historical landmarks, and architectural relics. The experience also includes a traditional home-cooked family lunch.
The rest of your day will be spent at your leisure.
Day 13: Mararikulam
Drive for about 1h 15m to Mararikulam and check into a Garden Villa room at the Marari Beach Resort where you will stay for 3 nights, and spend the rest of the day at your leisure.
Day 14-15: Mararikulam
The last days of your trip will be spent at your leisure in Mararikulam to relax on the beach or explore the area.
The resort features a fully equipped Ayurveda centre and a spacious swimming pool. You can also explore the beach in the morning to see the fresh catch, take a walk in the garden, or cycle or walk to nearby villages.
Day 16: End of Itinerary
Drive back to Kochin Airport for your flight back to London.
Your Solo Tour Summarised
The Essentials
16 days / 15 nights from £6,110 (solo traveller, single room) Return UK flights, accommodation, breakfasts, transfers, chauffeur-guide, and excursions all included Travel window: dates available until end of Oct 2025 A 10% deposit secures your place
Why This Journey is Perfect for Solo Women Travellers
What makes this itinerary so special is its human connection. You’re not just sightseeing; you’re meeting people, learning skills, sharing meals, and witnessing everyday life at a slower pace.
The structure is thoughtful — with female staff on hand at key points, comfortable transfers, and well-chosen hotels and homestays — so you can relax and really experience Kerala without worrying about the logistics.
An Invitation to Slow Down & Immerse
Kerala isn’t a destination you rush through. It’s a place you settle into. You feel it in the rhythm of the backwaters, in the generosity of a shared kitchen, in the laughter over a cup of chai.
For solo women travellers looking for cultural depth, warmth, and a journey that unfolds gently — this itinerary is a beautiful choice. So start planning your Kerala escape now! Or alternatively, give us a call on 0204 599 0478 or send us a message.