Featured Getaways and Adventure Experiences
If you are tired of the same old tourist spots, this is for you. We have pulled together our favorite off-beat adventures, from heritage stays in Chikmagalur to secret food trails in Pondicherry, to help you find your next escape.
This is what my tours are all about. We dive deep into the heart of a place like Pondicherry, exploring the fusion of French and Tamil culture, tasting the best local filter coffee and croissants, and uncovering stories you won't find in a guidebook. It’s a real, unfiltered experience.
Imagine unwinding here after a day of exploring Coorg's lush coffee plantations. I partner with stunning properties like Evolve Back that offer a perfect blend of luxury and nature, featuring traditional architecture and private pools to make your stay truly special.
I believe food is the soul of a place. This is a classic Kodava meal from Coorg, featuring flavourful pandi curry (pork curry) and kadambuttu (steamed rice dumplings). My food trails are about tasting the real deal, the kind of food locals eat and love.
History you can touch and feel. This is a 360-year-old heritage homestay in Chikmagalur with links to Tipu Sultan. I find places like this so you can sleep inside the stories of the past, not just look at them from the outside.
This isn't your average resort. At Hampi's Boulders Resort, the architecture is inspired by the ancient, rocky landscape itself. I choose stays that are as unique and memorable as the destinations they are in, making your trip an experience from start to finish.
Waking up to a view like this in Chikmagalur is pure magic. My trips are designed to get you away from the city noise and into the heart of nature's beauty, where you can breathe in the fresh mountain air and watch the clouds roll by.
A taste of the Karnataka coast on a single platter. This meal showcases the region's diverse culinary heritage, from spicy ghee roasts to fresh seafood. I ensure you experience the full spectrum of local flavours, going beyond the usual tourist fare.
About Featured
We don't just book hotels. We get you into places like that 360-year-old Chikmagalur heritage home or a hidden Pondicherry food trail that standard booking sites miss. We handle the logistics so you can focus on the local coffee, the ancient history, or the wild forest safari without worrying about the small print.
Our featured collection highlights the kind of travel we love—places that have a story. Whether it is the boulder-strewn landscapes of Hampi or the mist-covered coffee plantations of Coorg, we prioritize hosts and locations that feel authentic.
What makes these trips different?
- Heritage stays: We find properties where you sleep in history. Think red oxide floors and 300-year-old architecture, not concrete boxes.
- Real food: Forget buffet lines. We take you to spots serving authentic Kodava curries, local ghee roasts, or proper filter coffee in Pondicherry.
- Wilderness access: From Nagarhole to the base of the Baba Budan Giri range, we stick to locations that keep you close to nature.
We know that travel isn't just about where you sleep. It is about the trail you walk, the guide who tells you the stories that aren't in guidebooks, and the peace you find when you are away from the office. Every place listed here has been vetted by us. If a spot is pet-friendly, we make sure your dog is treated like a guest, not a burden. Reach out to us to start planning your specific route.
Avathi
We started Avathi because we were bored of the usual 'Google top 10' travel lists. We spend our time finding places where your dog is a VIP and the coffee is fresh from the plantation. If you want a trip that feels less like a vacation package and more like an escape, we are the people to talk to.
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