Eating like a local is one of the best ways to discover India, and this immersive India food tour takes you straight to the heart of its culinary traditions. Dine with local families, enjoy recipes passed down through generations and take part in hands-on cooking classes, learning how spices are carefully selected and blended. Discover the incredible diversity of South India cuisine, particularly the flavours of Kerala, alongside the distinctive food traditions of Western India. From local kitchens to family homes, sample authentic dishes and discover why Indian cuisine is about so much more than curry.

TOUR HIGHLIGHTS

  • As local as it can get, a very different breakfast to begin with…
  • Visit the oldest active synagogue in the Commonwealth of Nations
  • Enjoy watching the oldest dance performance, Kathakali
  • Cooking interaction and meal at the home of one of the most acclaimed chefs in India
  • Spend overnight on a world famous houseboat in the backwaters
  • Learn how to prepare Moplah cuisine
  • A chance to see the endangered Olive Ridley Turtle and visit a hatchery
  • Walk in the wonderful architectural district of Mumbai sampling a mouthwatering variety of street food.
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ITINERARY OVERVIEW

Day 1, 2 & 3

Day 1: Cochin
On arrival at Cochin International airport you will be welcomed and driven to your hotel for check-in

Day 2: Cochin
Tour of Cochin; one of the oldest European settlements in India is a charming mix of cultural history

Day 3: Cochin
Easy day with a culinary experience to enjoy

Day 4, 5 & 6

Day 4: Pallivathukal
Drive the short distance to the backwaters and stay at this wonderful homestay

Day 5: Pallivathukal
Farm walk; day cruise on the houseboat with lunch & dinner

Day 6: Calicutt 
Drive to Cochin airport for flight to Kannur. Arrive and transfer to the hotel.

Day 7 & 8

Day 7: Calicutt
Shop, find spices which you would cook today with the expert host for your meal today

Day 8: Neeleshwar
Drive to Neeleshwar and check into your beachfront hotel. 

Day 9 & 10

Day 9: Neeleshwar
Enjoy a relaxing stay on this beautiful beach, far from the crowds. Enjoy an Ayurvedic treatment in the spa, chill by the pool, attend a village Theyyam, do a yoga class and of course eat to your hearts content. 

Day 10: Mumbai
Drive to Mangalore airport for your flight to Mumbai. Arrival transfer in Mumbai to the hotel

Day 11 & 12

Day 11: Mumbai
Tour of Mumbai; explore its architectural wonders and enjoy an immersive street food walk of India’s most cosmopolitan and diverse city.

Day 12: Travel Home
Transfer to Mumbai airport your independently booked flight back home