Cultural & Food Tours
Avathi: Jungle Lodges (Kabini, Bandipur, etc), Farm Stays, Camping and Adventure Activities
We take you on cultural and food tours where you walk historic sites, eat local food, stay in heritage homes, and visit plantations with tastings, all guided by people who know the area well.
Pricing Guide
Pondicherry Heritage & Culinary Walk
Experience & Guide
- Duration: 2.5 to 3 hours walking tour.
- Guide: English-speaking local storyteller (local enthusiast).
- Coverage: French Quarter (White Town), Aurobindo Ashram exterior, and colonial landmarks.
Food Tastings
- Beverage: One cup of authentic South Indian Filter Coffee.
- Dessert: One portion of local street Kulfi.
- Light Meal: One substantial French cafe item (e.g., Croissant Sandwich).
Note
- Water bottles are self-carry.
- This is a tasting menu, not an unlimited buffet.
Heritage Plantation Stay & Regional Feast
Accommodation
- Venue: Traditional heritage homestay (ancestral home or cottage) with red oxide floors and wooden pillars.
- Occupancy: Double or Twin sharing basis.
- Comfort: Attached western bathrooms and hot water. No AC or TV to maintain heritage authenticity.
Culinary Inclusions
- Plan: Full board (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner).
- Menu: Authentic regional dishes like Pandi Curry/Kadambuttu (Coorg) or Akki Roti/Koli Saaru (Chikmagalur).
- Drinks: Unlimited locally grown plantation coffee or tea.
Activities
- Tour: 45-60 min guided walk through coffee/spice plantation.
- Evening: Community bonfire (weather dependent).
Hampi Wilderness Resort & Nature Walk
Resort Stay
- Location: Nature resort set in the boulder landscape (10-15km from main ruins).
- Room: Private AC cottage or chalet with sit-out area.
- Amenities: Swimming pool access and common recreational areas.
Dining
- Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner included.
- Cuisine: Buffet spread featuring North Indian, South Indian, and Continental options.
Activities
- In-house Guide: One daily nature walk (Sunset trek or birdwatching trail).
- Exclusion: Does not include entry fees to Hampi monuments or archaeological guides for the main ruins.
About Cultural & Food Tours
How I Roll
I don't do basic sightseeing - I want you to feel a place, not just see it. My tours are about stories, food, and history you actually remember. If you've had enough of cookie-cutter holidays, you'll vibe with what I offer.
History That Hits Different
We walk where stuff actually happened. In Pondicherry, you'll see the French Quarter up close and hear wild stories (like why they party for two Independence Days). Hampi is straight-up epic, with ruins and river walks that feel ancient. Sometimes, you even sleep in heritage homes - like a 360-year-old Chikmagalur house with Tipu Sultan links, or a retro lodge in Coorg. It's history, not just a photo op.
Food: Not the Tourist Stuff
I chase the asli taste (the real deal), so you eat what locals eat. In Coorg, we go for Kodava curries and Kadambuttu. Chikmagalur's food is homely, best with fresh plantation coffee. Coastal Karnataka? You get everything from ghee roasts to Konkani biryani. Pondicherry is all filter coffee, kulfi, and croissants - proper food trails, not random restaurants.
Coffee & Spice, Up Close
Want to know where your morning brew comes from? I take you through coffee and spice plantations in Coorg and Chikmagalur, with live tasting and walks among the beans and pepper vines. It's not just a tour, it's a vibe.
Straight Up, No Filter
Every trip is packed with hidden places and local stories. I work with people who actually know the area, so you get the real thing. Memories? Pakka! (Guaranteed!)
Meet your Expert
Avathi
125 connects in last 3 months
My Story
We get it – office blues, mind wandering, craving some real adventure. That’s how Avathi came about. We’re suckers for those hidden gems, especially around Karnataka, you know? Not the usual ‘Google top 10’ stuff. Sometimes it’s wild - like when a guest said she was ‘buri tarah se fat rahi thi’ (scared out of her wits) on her first scuba dive, but later called it the best thing ever. Oh, and pets? Always part of the plan. Your dog’s not just allowed, they’re the VIP.
My Work
Unique stays & adventure escapes - We find offbeat Karnataka getaways, from jungle lodges to glamping, plus adventure camping and wildlife safaris.
Custom tours & real experiences - We plan custom experiential tours, like guided walks and ocean swims, far from the usual touristy stuff.
Pet-friendly travel - Your pets are VIPs. We know all the pet-friendly jungle lodges and resorts where they’re more than welcome.
