Is this a group tour? If so, how many people do you have as a maximum? And what happens on the days we don't have a guide? I notice the guide isn't always with us.

Now a day this tour is going on private basis. Guide is available on all sightseeing days. Un Kerala where there is natural beauty, Guide is not required. You can proceed with your date for the confirmation. Further we will arrange all the services for you.

From

$2,560

US $1,280 per person

South India Temple Tour with Kerala (House Boat Experiences)

13 days

•

From Chennai (Madras) to Kochi (Cochin)

4.5

2 traveler reviews

View all
From the breathtaking temples of Tamil Nadu, the tea plantations of Munnar, to the backwaters of Kerala, it had it all.
Yassine, traveled in March
4.0
View all

From

$2,560

-50%

US $1,280 per person

Price based on Cheapest Room

Price based on Shared Room

Price based on Private Single Room

Price based on Private Double Room

Select Date

1 Adult2 Adults, 1 Child2 Children

Best price guarantee Learn More

Plan your adventure:

Platinum Operator: World Travel Experiences
In-depth Cultural: Immerse yourself in rich history and local traditions
Group Tour: Join a group and forge lifelong friendships
Fully Guided: An experienced guide will be with you for the entire tour
Low Intensity: Travelers can expect some light physical activities
Guided in English: Other languages on request: German, Italian, Portuguese, French, Spanish, Chinese, Dutch, Russian
Group Size 1 - 10
All Ages Welcome

Image of a map showing the route of the tour

Itinerary

Day 1
Delhi to Chennai
Start point
Chennai International Airport (MAA), Great Southern Trunk Rd, Pallavaram, Tamil Nadu, India (We will arrange your pick up either from Chennai International Airport or your Pre booked accommodation.)
Accommodation
, Hotel (Hotel Taz Kamar Inn)
Included Activities
- Half day sightseeing of Chennai
- Visit Marina Beach
- Visit Fort St. George
- Visit St. Mary's Church
- Visit Fort Museum
- Visit Santhome Cathedral
- Visit National Art Gallery
- Visit Kapaleshwar Temple
Landmarks
Marina Beach
Fort St. George
St. Mary's Church
Fort Museum
Santhome Cathedral
National Art Gallery
Kapaleshwar Temple
Day 2
Chennai to Mahabalipuram
Meals
Breakfast
Accommodation
Hotel (Hotel Mamallaa Heritage)
Included Activities
- Visit Kailasanatha Temple
- Visit Ekambaranatha Temple
Landmarks
Kailasanatha Temple
Ekambaranatha Temple
Day 3
Mahabalipuram
Meals
Breakfast
Accommodation
Hotel (Hotel Annamalai International)
Included Activities
- Guided tour of Mahabalipuram
- Visit Shore Temple
- Visit Beach Temples - five rathas
- Visit Varaha Cave
- Visit Arjuna's Penance
Landmarks
Shore Temple
Five Rathas
Varaha Cave
Arjuna's Penance
Day 4
Pondicherry
Meals
Breakfast
Accommodation
Hotel (Hotel Annamalai International)
Included Activities
- Full day excursion in and around Pondicherry
- Visit Auroville City
- Visit Sri Aurobindo Ashram
- Visit Promenade Beach
- Visit Pondicherry Museum
- Visit Church of the Sacred Heart of Jesus
- Visit Manakula Vinayagar Koil Temple
Landmarks
Auroville City
Sri Aurobindo Ashram
Promenade Beach
Pondicherry Museum
Church of the Sacred Heart of Jesus
Manakula Vinayagar Koil Temple
Day 5
Pondicherry to Thanjavur
Meals
Breakfast
Accommodation
Hotel (Hotel Gnanam)
Included Activities
- Visit Chidambaram Temple
- Visit Brihadeeshwara Temple
- Visit Palace and Art Gallery of Tanjore
Landmarks
Chidambaram Temple
Brihadeeshwara Temple
Tanjore Palace
Day 6
Thanjavur to Madurai
Meals
Breakfast
Accommodation
Hotel (POPPYS Hotel - Madurai)
Included Activities
- Visit Srirangam temple
- Visit Rock Fort, Trichy
Landmarks
Sri Ranganathaswamy Temple
Rock Fort
Day 7
Madurai to Munnar
Meals
Breakfast
Accommodation
Hotel ( Las Palmas Hotel)
Included Activities
- Visit Madurai Meenakshi Temple
Landmarks
Meenakshi Sundareswarar Temple
Day 8
Munnar
Meals
Breakfast
Accommodation
Hotel ( Las Palmas Hotel Munnar)
Included Activities
- Tea Plantation tour
- Visit Eravikulam National Park
Landmarks
Eravikulam National Park
Day 9
Munnar to Periyar
Meals
Breakfast
Accommodation
Hotel (Hotel Silver Crest Periyar)
Included Activities
- Boat ride at Periyar Lake
- Spice Plantation tour
Optional Activities
- Periyar Bamboo rafting
- Trekking in Periyar
Landmarks
Periyar Wildlife Reserve
Periyar Lake
Day 10
Periyar to Kumarakom
Meals
Breakfast
Accommodation
Resort (Manor Backwater Resort Kumarakom)
Optional Activities
- Visit Kumarakom Bird Sanctuary
Landmarks
Vembanad Lake
Kumarakom Bird Sanctuary
Day 11
Kumarakom to Alleppey
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation
Houseboat (Deluxe houseboats Alleppey)
Included Activities
- Houseboat cruise on Vembanad Lake
- Backwater tour and village observation
Landmarks
Vembanad Lake
Day 12
Alleppey to Cochin
Meals
Breakfast
Accommodation
Hotel (Abad Plaza Hotel, MG Road, Cochin)
Included Activities
- Explore Fort Kochi
- Visit Santa Cruz Basilica
- Visit St. Francis Church
- Visit Jewish Synagogue
- Visit spice market
- View Chinese fishing nets
- Kathakali Dance show
Optional Activities
- Mangrove boat ride
- Cooking class in Cochin
Landmarks
Fort Kochi
Santa Cruz Basilica
St. Francis Church
Jewish Synagogue
Cochin Spice Market
Chinese Fishing Nets
Day 13
Cochin to Airport
End point
Cochin International Airport (COK), Nedumbassery, Aluva, Kerala, India (We will arrange your drop at Cochin International Airport Cochin or your own arrange accommodation in Cochin.)

Landmarks
Marina Beach
Fort St. George
St. Mary's Church
Fort Museum
Santhome Cathedral
National Art Gallery
Kapaleshwar Temple

Landmarks
Kailasanatha Temple
Ekambaranatha Temple

Landmarks
Shore Temple
Five Rathas
Varaha Cave
Arjuna's Penance

Landmarks
Auroville City
Sri Aurobindo Ashram
Promenade Beach
Pondicherry Museum
Church of the Sacred Heart of Jesus
Manakula Vinayagar Koil Temple

Landmarks
Chidambaram Temple
Brihadeeshwara Temple
Tanjore Palace

Landmarks
Sri Ranganathaswamy Temple
Rock Fort

Landmarks
Meenakshi Sundareswarar Temple

Landmarks
Eravikulam National Park

Landmarks
Periyar Wildlife Reserve
Periyar Lake

Landmarks
Vembanad Lake
Kumarakom Bird Sanctuary

Landmarks
Vembanad Lake

Landmarks
Fort Kochi
Santa Cruz Basilica
St. Francis Church
Jewish Synagogue
Cochin Spice Market
Chinese Fishing Nets

What's Included

Expand All

Accommodation
Guide
Meals
Additional Services
Transport
Free eSIM
TourRadar 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

Flights
Insurance
Optional
Additional Services

Where You'll Stay

All accommodations are subject to change

Hotel Taz Kamar Inn
Hotel
day 1
Upgrade Available
day 1
Hotel Mamallaa Heritage
Hotel
day 2
Upgrade Available
Hotel Annamalai International
Hotel
Days 3, 4
Upgrade Available
Hotel Gnanam
Hotel
day 5
Upgrade Available
POPPYS Hotel - Madurai
Hotel
day 6
Upgrade Available
Las Palmas Hotel
Hotel
day 7
Upgrade Available
Las Palmas Hotel Munnar
Hotel
day 8
Upgrade Available
Hotel Silver Crest Periyar
Hotel
day 9
Upgrade Available
Manor Backwater Resort Kumarakom
Resort
day 10
Upgrade Available
Deluxe houseboats Alleppey
Houseboat
day 11
Upgrade Available
Abad Plaza Hotel, MG Road, Cochin
Hotel
day 12
Upgrade Available

Adventure Type

Choose the type of organized adventure that suits your preferences.

Group Adventures
Join a group and forge lifelong friendships.
What to expect
- Group of 10 travelers max.
- Fast booking confirmation
- Carefully planned itineraries
- Travel with like-minded people
Starting at
US $1,280 / traveler
Check availability
Personalized Adventures
Customize an existing itinerary or create your own.
What to expect
- Travel with your own group of min. 1 travelers
- Choose your preferred dates and duration
- Upgrade your accommodation
- Customize the itineraries
After requesting a quote, we will get back to you with a price based on your requirements.
Request quote

Operated by

World Travel Experiences

4.6

(525 reviews)

Number of tours

Age Range

1 to 100 years old

Response time

4 hours

Response rate

100%

World Travel Experiences, introduces India in a way that is quite different,...

Cancellation Policy

A transparent overview of applicable fees.

Travel Insurance

Be covered for any unforseen circumstances.

Traveler Reviews

4.5

Overall rating based on 2 Reviews

Itinerary
5.0
Transport
5.0
Guide
4.0
Accommodation
3.5
Food
4.0
Tour Operator
4.6

Yassine
March 14th, 2025
4.0
The best of this Tour was the route itself! From the breathtaking temples of Tamil Nadu, the tea plantations of...
The best of this Tour was the route itself! From the breathtaking temples of Tamil Nadu, the tea plantations of Munnar, to the backwaters of Kerala, it had it all. I didn't ask for more! Furthermore what made my trip unforgettable was my Driver Nishad. An excellent, extremely friendly, reliable, and wonderful travel companion. He played a significant role in making my trip an unforgettable one!!! As for the booked guides, all of them were good and competent, except in Kanchipuran, there was no guide at all and as planned. A scheduled visit to the Sri Ekambaranathar Temple did not take place as it closed at 12:00. It was not practical to wait until 16:00. Anyway, the temple is under huge renovation/restoration. The tour operator should have informed! As for the accomodation: Some of the hotels were excellent, others good and some very disappointing: -Chennai: The Raaj Bhaavan Clarks Inn was located in Velacherry on a main road, far from downtown Chennai, about a 35-minute drive. My room was dusty and worn out. The bed linens weren't very fresh. The shower curtain was moldy, and the bathroom door was rotting! -Mahabalipuram: Hotel Mamalla Heritage: Very good! -Pondicherry: The Annamalai was very nice, but very far from the interesting and lively "Colonial Quarter." The Colonial Quarter had beautiful and affordable B&Bs, perfect for solo travelers or couples! -Thajavur: Hyders Park Hotel: Good. -Madurai Residency: Very loud and hot, got no sleep! -Munnar: Hotel Las Palmas: The hotel was not in “bustling” Munnar but about 10 Km far away on a country road. The worst hotel of the entire trip, far away from everything. The bed was so hard and bad, I could feel the wires and springs between my ribs, I hardly slept the two nights in this hotel!!! -Periyar (Kumili): Silver Crest: very good! -Kumarakum: Renai Green Field hotel: Excellent Hotel!!! -Cochin: Sealord Hotel: The other very bad hotel of the trip. The hotel is in Ernakulam and not in Fort Kochi, which is the interesting historical site. By car, it takes up to half an hour; by ferry, it's only 15 minutes, but the water metro runs every 40 minutes only. The hotel is located on a main road, and my pre-booked room was on the 7th floor, the cheapest and hottest floor. Even the AC coudn´t cool down the room. The mattress was also very bad. As in Pondicherry, there are fantastic and cheaper small hotels and B&Bs in Fort Kochi!!! Conclusion: I really do recommend this trip to anyone interested in history, ancient Hindu culture, and Kerala's nature. I booked this tour during Black Friday and received in total about 50% discount. The discounted price was quite fair. I would not recommend it a the published list price, which in my opinion is excessively too high, taking into account the price level in India! Ask for a price quotation before you book, in India the price is always negociable ;-)Show more
Traveled in February 2025
Reply from: World Travel Experiences
Dear Guest, Thank you so much for your wonderful feedback! Your recommendation means a lot to us. It was our pleasure to have you as our guests, and we look forward to welcoming you again in the future for more unforgettable experiences. Team WTX
Show more
J
Jörg
December 3rd, 2024
5.0
Automatically translated. View in Original Language Rate this translation
Automatic translation available in English. View in English
Ladies and Gentlemen, We had a very nice "South India's Temples with Kerala" tour. We liked the variety. The...
Ladies and Gentlemen, We had a very nice "South India's Temples with Kerala" tour. We liked the variety. The first half of the trip was dedicated to the temples of South India, the second half more to nature. We were more than surprised by the very "chaotic" traffic conditions. However, we felt very safe with our driver. He got us safely through this chaos and looked after our "safety" like a bodyguard. It was also advantageous that our tour group consisted of only four people. Thanks to the organizers, we were able to experience this trip together with friends.Show more
Traveled in November 2024
Reply from: World Travel Experiences
Dear Guest,, Thank you so much for your wonderful feedback! Your recommendation means a lot to us. It was our pleasure to have you as our guests, and we look forward to welcoming you again in the future for more unforgettable experiences. Team WTX
Show more

Dates & Availability

Select departure month and travellers

Select Date

1 Adult2 Adults, 1 Child2 Children

Upcoming departures

Hurry, deals only available for a limited time!

Ends on 18 Feb, 2026

Instant Confirmation
-50%
From Sunday
15 Feb, 2026
To Friday
27 Feb, 2026
English, German, Italian, French, Spanish +4 more
This departure date is available and will 100% depart
Guaranteed departure
From:
$2,600
US $1,300 per person
Multiple Room Types
Instant Confirmation
-50%
From Monday
16 Feb, 2026
To Saturday
28 Feb, 2026
English, German, Italian, French, Spanish +4 more
This departure date is available and will 100% depart
Guaranteed departure
From:
$2,600
US $1,300 per person
Multiple Room Types
Instant Confirmation
-50%
From Tuesday
17 Feb, 2026
To Sunday
1 Mar, 2026
English, German, Italian, French, Spanish +4 more
This departure date is available and will 100% depart
Guaranteed departure
From:
$2,600
US $1,300 per person
Multiple Room Types
Instant Confirmation
-50%
From Wednesday
18 Feb, 2026
To Monday
2 Mar, 2026
English, German, Italian, French, Spanish +4 more
This departure date is available and will 100% depart
Guaranteed departure
From:
$2,600
US $1,300 per person
Multiple Room Types
Instant Confirmation
-50%
From Thursday
19 Feb, 2026
To Tuesday
3 Mar, 2026
English, German, Italian, French, Spanish +4 more
This departure date is available and will 100% depart
Guaranteed departure
From:
$2,600
US $1,300 per person
Multiple Room Types
Instant Confirmation
-50%
From Friday
20 Feb, 2026
To Wednesday
4 Mar, 2026
English, German, Italian, French, Spanish +4 more
This departure date is available and will 100% depart
Guaranteed departure
From:
$2,600
US $1,300 per person
Multiple Room Types
Instant Confirmation
-50%
From Saturday
21 Feb, 2026
To Thursday
5 Mar, 2026
English, German, Italian, French, Spanish +4 more
This departure date is available and will 100% depart
Guaranteed departure
From:
$2,600
US $1,300 per person
Multiple Room Types
Instant Confirmation
-50%
From Sunday
22 Feb, 2026
To Friday
6 Mar, 2026
English, German, Italian, French, Spanish +4 more
This departure date is available and will 100% depart
Guaranteed departure
From:
$2,600
US $1,300 per person
Multiple Room Types
Instant Confirmation
-50%
From Monday
23 Feb, 2026
To Saturday
7 Mar, 2026
English, German, Italian, French, Spanish +4 more
This departure date is available and will 100% depart
Guaranteed departure
From:
$2,600
US $1,300 per person
Multiple Room Types
Instant Confirmation
-50%
From Tuesday
24 Feb, 2026
To Sunday
8 Mar, 2026
English, German, Italian, French, Spanish +4 more
This departure date is available and will 100% depart
Guaranteed departure
From:
$2,600
US $1,300 per person
Multiple Room Types

Why book with TourRadar?

Trusted and vetted operators
Rated excellent on
Best price guarantee

24/7 customer support
Earn $50 in travel credits
Free eSim with every purchase

To protect your payment and ensure your booking will be processed in United States, never transfer or communicate outside of the TourRadar website or app.

More benefits

What our customers ask about this tour

The content in our FAQ section is subject to change.

All questions

We couldn't find results

Try a different search term or ask a question to this adventure's experts

T
Tom
Asked on May 20th, 2025
Is this a group tour? If so, how many people do you have as a maximum? And what happens on the days we don't have a guide? I notice the guide isn't always with us.
Group size
Tour Details
- World Travel ExperiencesOperator•Written May 2025
  Now a day this tour is going on private basis. Guide is available on all sightseeing days. Un Kerala where there is natural beauty, Guide is not required. You can proceed with your date for the confirmation. Further we will arrange all the services for you.
- T
  Tom
  Traveler•Written May 2025
  How many people are on the tour please? Or the maximum group size.
- World Travel ExperiencesOperator•Written May 2025
  Right now there is no group available. So it will be your private tour.

From

$2,560

-50%

US $1,280 per person

Price based on Cheapest Room

Price based on Shared Room

Price based on Private Single Room

Price based on Private Double Room

Select Date

1 Adult2 Adults, 1 Child2 Children

Best price guarantee Learn More

Plan your adventure:

Good to Know

Tour ID: 175703

Currency
₹
Indian Rupee
India
Plugs & Adapters
Vaccines
- These are only indications, so please visit your doctor before you travel to be 100% sure.
- Typhoid - Recommended for India. Ideally 2 weeks before travel.
- Hepatitis A - Recommended for India. Ideally 2 weeks before travel.
- Cholera - Recommended for India. Ideally 2 weeks before travel.
- Tuberculosis - Recommended for India. Ideally 3 months before travel.
- Hepatitis B - Recommended for India. Ideally 2 months before travel.
- Yellow fever - Certificate of vaccination required if arriving from an area with a risk of yellow fever transmission for India. Ideally 10 days before travel.
- Japanese B encephalitis - Recommended for India. Ideally 1 month before travel.
Visa
- Unfortunately we cannot offer you a visa application service. Whether you need a visa or not depends on your nationality and where you wish to travel. Assuming your home country does not have a visa agreement with the country you're planning to visit, you will need to apply for a visa in advance of your scheduled departure.
- Here is an indication for which countries you might need a visa. Please contact the local embassy for help applying for visas to these places.
Payment information
- For any tour departing before April 18th, 2026 a full payment is necessary. For tours departing after April 18th, 2026, a minimum payment of 10% is required to confirm your booking with World Travel Experiences. The final payment will be automatically charged to your credit card on the designated due date. The final payment of the remaining balance is required at least 65 days prior to the departure date of your tour. TourRadar never charges you a booking fee and will charge you in the stated currency.
- Some departure dates and prices may vary and World Travel Experiences will contact you with any discrepancies before your booking is confirmed.
- The following cards are accepted for "World Travel Experiences" tours: Visa, Maestro, Mastercard, American Express or PayPal. TourRadar does NOT charge you an extra fee for using any of these payment methods.
Cancellation Policy
- Your money is safe with TourRadar, as we only pay the tour operator after your tour has departed.
- TourRadar is an authorized Agent of World Travel Experiences. Please familiarize yourself with the World Travel Experiences payment, cancellation and refund conditions.
Accessibility
Some tours are not suitable for mobility-restricted traveler, however, some operators may be able to accommodate special requests. For any enquiries, you can contact our customer support team, who are ready and waiting to help you.
People also viewed
5 Days Best-Value Istanbul Package
8 Day Livin' The Dream Surf Adventure
South Africa, Eswatini & Lesotho (Accommodat…
Wonderful France
Argentina: Salta and Iguazú Falls - 7 days
Tailor-Made Private 5 Days Swiss Tour to Gold…
Easy Pace Spain (Classic)

South India Temple Tour with Kerala (House Boat Experiences)

Itinerary

Included Activities

Included Activities

Included Activities

Included Activities

Included Activities

Included Activities

Included Activities

Included Activities

Included Activities

Optional Activities

Optional Activities

Included Activities

Included Activities

Optional Activities

Want to read it later?

What's Included

What's Not Included

Where You'll Stay

Adventure Type

Your Peace of Mind Options

Cancellation Policy

Travel Insurance

Traveler Reviews

Dates & Availability

Want to read it later?

Why book with TourRadar?

What our customers ask about this tour

Good to Know

Similar Tours

Keep Exploring India