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- Operator
- Panda Experiences
- In-depth Cultural
- Immerse yourself in rich history and local traditions
- Private Tour
- Travel exclusively with your friends and family
- Partially Guided
- Independent travel, featuring selected guided excursions
- Low Intensity
- Travelers can expect some light physical activities
- Guided in English
- Other languages on request: German, Italian, Portuguese, French, Spanish, Dutch, Russian
- All Ages Welcome
Highlights
- Explore Marina Beach and historic temples in Chennai
- Visit the sacred city of Kanchipuram and its temples
- Discover the French charm of Pondicherry and its beaches
- Experience bamboo rafting in Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary
- Cruise the backwaters of Alleppey on a houseboat
Itinerary
- Day 1 Arrival at Chennai
- Day 2 At Chennai
- Day 3 Chennai - Kanchipuram - Mahabalipuram (140 Kms / 3.30 Hrs)
- Day 4 Mahabalipuram - Pondicherry (110 Km / 2 Hrs)
- Day 5 Pondicherry - Tiruchirappalli - Madurai (354 Kms / 5.30 Hrs)
- Day 6 At Madurai
- Day 7 Madurai - Periyar (147 Kms / 4 Hrs)
- Day 8 At Periyar
- Day 9 Periyar - Munnar (98 Kms / 3.30 Hrs)
- Day 10 At Munnar
- Day 11 Munnar - Cochin (130 Kms / 4 Hrs)
- Day 12 Cochin - Alleppey (53 Kms / 1.30 Hrs)
- Day 13 Alleppey - Trivandrum - Kovalam (159 Kms / 4.30 Hrs)
- Day 14 Kovalam - Kanyakumari - Kovalam (90 Kms / 2.30 Hrs)
- Day 15 Kovalam - Trivandrum (18 Kms / 30 Mins) and Departure
What's Included
- Accommodation
- Guide
- Meals
- Additional Services
- Transport
- Free eSIMTourRadar offers the lead traveler (the person who booked) a free 1GB eSIM for the trip. The eSIM is redeemable only through the TourRadar app 72 hours before departure.
What's Not Included
- Insurance
- Additional Services
Where You'll Stay
Emarald or Similar
HotelDays 1, 2Upgrade AvailableMahabs or Similar
Hotelday 3Upgrade AvailableAnnamalai International or Similar
Hotelday 4Upgrade AvailableResidency or Similar
HotelDays 5, 6Upgrade AvailablePeriyar Meadows or Similar
HotelDays 7, 8Upgrade AvailableEastend or Similar
HotelDays 9, 10Upgrade AvailableAbad Atrium or Similar
Hotelday 11Upgrade AvailableStandard House Boat
Houseboatday 12Upgrade AvailableSagara Beach Resort or Similar
HotelDays 13, 14Upgrade Available
Operated by
Panda Experiences
Number of tours
156
Age Range
1 to 80 years old
Response time
within 1 day
Response rate
100%
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- NNoneDecember 9th, 2025Amazing tour everything was well-paced, and I felt like I got the perfect sightseeing. Just missing hotels level....Show moreTraveled in October 2025
Reply from: Panda ExperiencesDear Sarin, Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback about your Classic South India. We truly appreciate your insights, as they are valuable in helping us improve our services. Your experience matters to us, and we look forward to welcoming you again in the future. Team Panda ExperiencesShow more - EElizabethDecember 9th, 2025This trip was a wonderful experience of South India. Service was excellent and well managed. I loved the visits to...Show moreTraveled in October 2025Reply from: Panda ExperiencesDear Elizabeth, Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback about your Classic South India. We truly appreciate your insights, as they are valuable in helping us improve our services. Your experience matters to us, and we look forward to welcoming you again in the future. Team Panda ExperiencesShow more
- HHarshithaDecember 9th, 2025Service was good, from the airport pickup to the hotel check-ins. Our local guides were friendly and really knew...Show moreTraveled in October 2025Reply from: Panda ExperiencesDear Harshitha, Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback about your Classic South India. We truly appreciate your insights, as they are valuable in helping us improve our services. Your experience matters to us, and we look forward to welcoming you again in the future. Team Panda ExperiencesShow more
- NNoneDecember 9th, 2025I had a nice time on this South India tour. The trip was well-organized, and the guides were super friendly and...Show moreTraveled in October 2025Reply from: Panda ExperiencesDear Khanh, Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback about your Classic South India. We truly appreciate your insights, as they are valuable in helping us improve our services. Your experience matters to us, and we look forward to welcoming you again in the future. Team Panda ExperiencesShow more
- PPaulSeptember 27th, 2025As someone who usually travels solo, I appreciated the structure and support of this trip. The guides were respectful...Show moreTraveled in August 2025Reply from: Panda ExperiencesDear Paul, Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback about your Classic South India Tour. We truly appreciate your insights, as they are valuable in helping us improve our services. Your experience matters to us, and we look forward to welcoming you again in the future. Team Panda ExperiencesShow more
- MMaryamSeptember 16th, 2025We were impressed by how seamless everything was from start to finish. Each destination felt unique especially...Show moreTraveled in August 2025Reply from: Panda ExperiencesDear Maryam, Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback about your Classic South India Tour. We truly appreciate your insights, as they are valuable in helping us improve our services. Your experience matters to us, and we look forward to welcoming you again in the future. Team Panda ExperiencesShow more
- SSalangSeptember 16th, 2025We chose this trip for its nature and heritage, and it really hit the mark. The guide in Mahabalipuram was a standout...Show moreTraveled in August 2025Reply from: Panda ExperiencesDear Salang, Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback about your Classic South India Tour. We truly appreciate your insights, as they are valuable in helping us improve our services. Your experience matters to us, and we look forward to welcoming you again in the future. Team Panda ExperiencesShow more
- JJohannesSeptember 5th, 2025Culturally amazing trip. Our driver was always calm, even in crazy traffic, and very courteous.Traveled in July 2025Reply from: Panda ExperiencesDear Johannes, Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback about your Classic South India Tour. We truly appreciate your insights, as they are valuable in helping us improve our services. Your experience matters to us, and we look forward to welcoming you again in the future. Team Panda ExperiencesShow more
- CCarolynSeptember 5th, 2025We did this tour as a family of four and were impressed by how smoothly everything went. The kids loved the houseboat...Show moreTraveled in March 2025Reply from: Panda ExperiencesDear Carolyn, Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback about your Classic South India Tour. We truly appreciate your insights, as they are valuable in helping us improve our services. Your experience matters to us, and we look forward to welcoming you again in the future. Team Panda ExperiencesShow more
- AAriaAugust 16th, 2025As an older couple, we appreciated how balanced this tour was. We had sightseeing and cultural immersion. The guides...Show moreTraveled in July 2025Reply from: Panda ExperiencesDear Aria, Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback about your Classic South India. We truly appreciate your insights, as they are valuable in helping us improve our services. Your experience matters to us, and we look forward to welcoming you again in the future. Team Panda ExperiencesShow more
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- Instant Confirmation-65%From Friday13 Feb, 2026To Friday27 Feb, 2026English, German, Italian, Portuguese, French, Spanish, Dutch, Russian +7 moreThis departure date is available and will 100% departGuaranteed departureFrom:$4,730US $1,656 per personMultiple Room Types
- Instant Confirmation-65%From Saturday14 Feb, 2026To Saturday28 Feb, 2026English, German, Italian, Portuguese, French, Spanish, Dutch, Russian +7 moreThis departure date is available and will 100% departGuaranteed departureFrom:$4,730US $1,656 per personMultiple Room Types
- Instant Confirmation-65%From Sunday15 Feb, 2026To Sunday1 Mar, 2026English, German, Italian, Portuguese, French, Spanish, Dutch, Russian +7 moreThis departure date is available and will 100% departGuaranteed departureFrom:$4,730US $1,656 per personMultiple Room Types
- Instant Confirmation-65%From Monday16 Feb, 2026To Monday2 Mar, 2026English, German, Italian, Portuguese, French, Spanish, Dutch, Russian +7 moreThis departure date is available and will 100% departGuaranteed departureFrom:$4,730US $1,656 per personMultiple Room Types
- Instant Confirmation-65%From Tuesday17 Feb, 2026To Tuesday3 Mar, 2026English, German, Italian, Portuguese, French, Spanish, Dutch, Russian +7 moreThis departure date is available and will 100% departGuaranteed departureFrom:$4,730US $1,656 per personMultiple Room Types
- Instant Confirmation-65%From Wednesday18 Feb, 2026To Wednesday4 Mar, 2026English, German, Italian, Portuguese, French, Spanish, Dutch, Russian +7 moreThis departure date is available and will 100% departGuaranteed departureFrom:$4,730US $1,656 per personMultiple Room Types
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What our customers ask about this tour
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Gerardus
Asked on March 26th, 2025What are the different accommodation standards available for the tour?
Panda ExperiencesOperator•Written March 2025The tour offers several accommodation standards, including 3-star hotels at EUR 3270 per person, 4-star hotels at EUR 4590 per person, and 5-star hotels at EUR 6775 per person.
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Omar
Asked on December 15th, 2024What is the group size for the Classic South India tour?
- Panda ExperiencesOperator•Written December 2024
Please inquire directly with the tour provider for details on the maximum group size for this tour.
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Antonia
Asked on November 8th, 2024Are there any mandatory meals included in the tour price?
- Panda ExperiencesOperator•Written November 2024
Yes, there are two mandatory dinners during the tour, specifically for Christmas and New Year, but their prices are not included in the quoted tour price.
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Anivar
Asked on October 5th, 2024Can you provide post-tour accommodation?
- Panda ExperiencesOperator•Written October 2024
Post-tour accommodation can be arranged upon request. Please provide your specific needs for a quote.
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Erik
Asked on August 6th, 2024Are there any restrictions on age for participants in the tour?
- Panda ExperiencesOperator•Written August 2024
The tour may have age restrictions in place. It is recommended to consult with the tour provider for specific age-related guidelines.
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Said
Asked on July 13th, 2024Can I book flights through the tour operator?
- Panda ExperiencesOperator•Written July 2024
Yes, the tour operator can arrange flights from Frankfurt to Goa, Goa to Trivandrum, Chennai to New Delhi, and New Delhi to Frankfurt. The total cost for these flights is approximately EUR 1590 per person.
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Melany
Asked on June 7th, 2024Is travel insurance included in the Classic South India tour?
- Panda ExperiencesOperator•Written June 2024
Travel insurance is not typically included in the tour price. It is advised that you acquire separate travel insurance for your trip.
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Leticia
Asked on May 19th, 2024Can I modify the tour itinerary?
- Panda ExperiencesOperator•Written May 2024
Tour itinerary modifications can be discussed with the operator. Additional fees might apply depending on the changes requested.
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Rosa
Asked on February 8th, 2024How much does it cost to hire a German-speaking guide for the tour?
- Panda ExperiencesOperator•Written February 2024
You can opt for a German-speaking guide, either at specific locations or as an escort throughout the entire trip. Please specify your requirement for more precise pricing.
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Evelyn
Asked on December 23rd, 2023Does the Classic South India tour include airport transfers?
- Panda ExperiencesOperator•Written December 2023
Yes, airport transfers are included in the Classic South India tour. Please provide your flight details for accurate scheduling.
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