Embark on a soulful 12-day journey on foot through South India’s diverse landscapes and rich heritage. From forest paths near Bangalore to royal palaces in Mysore, Tibetan villages in Coorg, tribal traditions in Wayanad, and backwaters near Kochi — this immersive trail blends nature walks, cultural encounters, temple visits, and local cuisine. Covering over 230 km on foot, this is South India like never before — slow, sensory, and deeply enriching.
Arrive in Bangalore and receive a traditional welcome with fresh flowers. Drive to Kanakapura via Old Mysore Road. Begin your journey with a walk through the backwoods of Kagalipura and explore Bannerghatta National Park.
Overnight: Forest Stay or Local Lodge
Walk through villages of cocoon farmers and cattle herders. Spot monkeys, elephants, deer, and peacocks in the forest. Visit Muttathi Hanuman Temple by the Cauvery River. End the day with a coracle ride and bonfire at a forest-side log hut. Overnight: Jungle Lodge by the River Mahabalipuram
Head towards Mysore via Talakadu and visit the mystical Panchalinga Temple and bird sanctuary. Stop at Somnathpur for its 1000-year-old Hoysala temple. Visit a jaggery-making unit in a village before reaching Mysore. Overnight: Palace Heritage Hotel, Mysore
Walk through the Mysore Palace complex, spice markets, silk factories, and artisan workshops. Hike to Chamundi Hills for sunset views and explore the Bull Temple. In the evening, enjoy a cooking session with the Palace chef followed by dinner in the Viceroy Suite. Overnight: Palace Hotel, Mysore
Visit the Tibetan settlement at Bylakuppe and walk through tobacco fields. Enjoy lunch with a Tibetan family, then visit a Kodava home to explore their farms, taste local wines, and experience traditional dances. Overnight: Local Homestay or Farm Stay, Coorg
Morning walk to Kakkabe Waterfalls. Interact with local tribal communities and share a traditional meal. Proceed to Nagarhole National Park to witness big cats, elephants, and other wildlife. Overnight: Wildlife Lodge or Eco Hotel
Walk through the Kabini forest trail toward Mananthavady. Visit Kuruva Island, meet Kerala tribal communities, and join in their drumming and dances. Overnight: River Lodge, Kabini
Travel to Calicut via Thalassery. Witness a live Theyyam performance, walk along Muzhappilangad Drive-in Beach, and lunch with local fishermen. Visit Tasara Weavers and Beypore boat builders before sunset. Overnight: Hotel in Calicut
Visit a terracotta tile factory and explore the historic town of Ponnani, home to Kerala’s Muslim community. Enjoy a Mappila-style biryani lunch. Proceed to Kerala Kalamandalam, Kerala’s premier classical art school. Evening: Interact with local dance artists and students. Overnight: Cultural Lodge, Cheruthuruthy
Morning transfer to Guruvayoor Elephant Camp, home to 70+ temple elephants. Take a short train ride from Trichur to Ernakulam and walk through the vibrant city. Take a ferry to Mattancherry and explore Fort Kochi’s old streets, synagogues, markets, churches, and temples. Evening: Attend a cultural performance. Overnight: Boutique Hotel, Fort Kochi
Visit a fish auction center, watch canoe-making, and walk through a quiet backwater village. Share a home-cooked lunch with a fisherman’s family and enjoy a peaceful ferry ride back to Fort Kochi. Evening: Leisure time for shopping or a sunset walk. Overnight: Fort Kochi Hotel
After breakfast, transfer to Cochin International Airport for your flight.
Bon Voyage! Or extend your journey…
Embark on a soulful 12-day journey on foot through South India’s diverse landscapes and rich heritage. From forest paths near Bangalore to royal palaces in Mysore, Tibetan villages in Coorg, tribal traditions in Wayanad, and backwaters near Kochi — this immersive trail blends nature walks, cultural encounters, temple visits, and local cuisine. Covering over 230 km on foot, this is South India like never before — slow, sensory, and deeply enriching.
Arrive in Bangalore and receive a traditional welcome with fresh flowers. Drive to Kanakapura via Old Mysore Road. Begin your journey with a walk through the backwoods of Kagalipura and explore Bannerghatta National Park. Overnight: Forest Stay or Local Lodge
Walk through villages of cocoon farmers and cattle herders. Spot monkeys, elephants, deer, and peacocks in the forest. Visit Muttathi Hanuman Temple by the Cauvery River. End the day with a coracle ride and bonfire at a forest-side log hut. Overnight: Jungle Lodge by the River Mahabalipuram
Head towards Mysore via Talakadu and visit the mystical Panchalinga Temple and bird sanctuary. Stop at Somnathpur for its 1000-year-old Hoysala temple. Visit a jaggery-making unit in a village before reaching Mysore. Overnight: Palace Heritage Hotel, Mysore
Walk through the Mysore Palace complex, spice markets, silk factories, and artisan workshops. Hike to Chamundi Hills for sunset views and explore the Bull Temple. In the evening, enjoy a cooking session with the Palace chef followed by dinner in the Viceroy Suite. Overnight: Palace Hotel, Mysore
Visit the Tibetan settlement at Bylakuppe and walk through tobacco fields. Enjoy lunch with a Tibetan family, then visit a Kodava home to explore their farms, taste local wines, and experience traditional dances. Overnight: Local Homestay or Farm Stay, Coorg
Morning walk to Kakkabe Waterfalls. Interact with local tribal communities and share a traditional meal. Proceed to Nagarhole National Park to witness big cats, elephants, and other wildlife. Overnight: Wildlife Lodge or Eco Hotel
Walk through the Kabini forest trail toward Mananthavady. Visit Kuruva Island, meet Kerala tribal communities, and join in their drumming and dances. Overnight: River Lodge, Kabini
Travel to Calicut via Thalassery. Witness a live Theyyam performance, walk along Muzhappilangad Drive-in Beach, and lunch with local fishermen. Visit Tasara Weavers and Beypore boat builders before sunset. Overnight: Hotel in Calicut
Visit a terracotta tile factory and explore the historic town of Ponnani, home to Kerala’s Muslim community. Enjoy a Mappila-style biryani lunch. Proceed to Kerala Kalamandalam, Kerala’s premier classical art school. Evening: Interact with local dance artists and students. Overnight: Cultural Lodge, Cheruthuruthy
Morning transfer to Guruvayoor Elephant Camp, home to 70+ temple elephants. Take a short train ride from Trichur to Ernakulam and walk through the vibrant city. Take a ferry to Mattancherry and explore Fort Kochi’s old streets, synagogues, markets, churches, and temples. Evening: Attend a cultural performance. Overnight: Boutique Hotel, Fort Kochi
Visit a fish auction center, watch canoe-making, and walk through a quiet backwater village. Share a home-cooked lunch with a fisherman’s family and enjoy a peaceful ferry ride back to Fort Kochi. Evening: Leisure time for shopping or a sunset walk. Overnight: Fort Kochi Hotel
After breakfast, transfer to Cochin International Airport for your flight.
Bon Voyage! Or extend your journey…
Are You Ready to Ride South India Like Never Before?Join us and experience the beauty, culture, and adventure of South India—one pedal at a time.
Accommodation is all about location, character, and community. Depending on the trip, you might be:
➤ Sleeping in an ashram in Tamil Nadu
➤ Camping under the stars in the Nilgiris
➤ Living in a family-run homestay in a remote village
Our Nomad Trips are for travelers who:
➤ Prefer adventure over luxury
➤ Enjoy spontaneity and open-ended exploration
➤ Want to experience South India through local eyes
➤ Are comfortable with basic yet rewarding accommodations
We encourage travelers to eat like the locals do. Whether it’s fresh seafood on a beach in Karnataka, a street-side dosa in Madurai, or a shared meal in a tribal village, expect food to be an essential part of the adventure.
Absolutely! Whether you want to follow the monsoon, trek through unknown trails, or explore untouched villages, we can tailor an itinerary that lets you truly live the nomadic life in South India.
Let’s talk! Reach out and let’s start crafting your ultimate Nomad Trip.
Are You Ready to Ride South India Like Never Before?
Join us and experience the beauty,culture, and adventure of South India—one pedal at a time.
Accommodation is all about location, character, and community. Depending on the trip, you might be:
➤ Sleeping in an ashram in Tamil Nadu
➤ Camping under the stars in the Nilgiris
➤ Living in a family-run homestay in a remote village
Our Nomad Trips are for travelers who:
➤ Prefer adventure over luxury
➤ Enjoy spontaneity and open-ended exploration
➤ Want to experience South India through local eyes
➤ Are comfortable with basic yet rewarding accommodations
We encourage travelers to eat like the locals do. Whether it’s fresh seafood on a beach in Karnataka, a street-side dosa in Madurai, or a shared meal in a tribal village, expect food to be an essential part of the adventure.
Absolutely! Whether you want to follow the monsoon, trek through unknown trails, or explore untouched villages, we can tailor an itinerary that lets you truly live the nomadic life in South India.
Let’s talk! Reach out and let’s start crafting your ultimate Nomad Trip.
Ready to experience the Tides of Tradition not just as a
destination — but as a way of life? Join us.
Ready to experience the Tides of Tradition not just as a
destination — but as a way of life? Join us.