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South India 8 Days Tour – Temples, Backwaters & Wildlife Adventure

8 days
Start and end in Kochi (Cochin)
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Curated to ignite your sense of adventure
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An experienced guide will be with you for the entire tour
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Travelers can expect some light physical activities
Guided in English
Other languages on request: German, Italian, French, Spanish
All Ages Welcome
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Highlights

  • Explore historic sites and markets in Kochi
  • Join a cooking class and learn local recipes
  • Drive through lush landscapes to Munnar
  • Visit Rajamala and tea plantations in Munnar
  • Relax on a houseboat in Alleppey's backwaters

Itinerary

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  1. Introduction
  1. Day 1 Kochi Arrival
  2. Day 2 Kochi
  3. Day 3 Kochi - Munnar ( 130 kms / 4hrs )
  4. Day 4 Munnar
  5. Day 5 Munnar
  6. Day 6 Munnar - Thekkady ( 110 kms / 3hrs )
  7. Day 7 Thekkady - Alleppey ( 110 kms / 3hrs )
  8. Day 8 Alleppey - Kochi Drive ( 1.5 Hours )
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  • South India 8 Days Tour – Temples, Backwaters & Wildlife Adventure reviewer 1
    November 29th, 2025
    5.0
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    Our 5 day South India tour was carefully planned and organized by Sukret from VWI Tours. We are very satisfied. We...
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    Couple posing in front of a large golden globe structure.Mountain peak with lush greenery under a cloudy sky.Elderly man reading a newspaper at a busy street market.Group of people walking on a busy street during a cultural event.Person posing under a massive balancing rock formation.
    Traveled in November 2025
    Reply from: Volunteering With India
    Thank you so much for your kind words! It was truly a pleasure planning your 5-day South India tour. I’m very happy to know you felt well supported and enjoyed the entire experience. Your satisfaction means a lot to me and to our team at VWI Tours. We look forward to welcoming you again in India for more beautiful journeys. Warm regards, Sukret
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  • South India 8 Days Tour – Temples, Backwaters & Wildlife Adventure reviewer 2
    July 22nd, 2024
    5.0
    Our family had a wonderful experience on the 7-night South India tour. The itinerary was well thought out, allowing...
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    Traveled in June 2024
  • South India 8 Days Tour – Temples, Backwaters & Wildlife Adventure reviewer 3
    July 22nd, 2024
    5.0
    The 8-day South India tour was an amazing journey through one of the most beautiful regions in the world. Our driver,...
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    Traveled in May 2024
  • South India 8 Days Tour – Temples, Backwaters & Wildlife Adventure reviewer 4
    July 22nd, 2024
    5.0
    Our South India 7-night tour was a dream come true. From the moment we were picked up at the airport, everything was...
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    Traveled in April 2024
  • South India 8 Days Tour – Temples, Backwaters & Wildlife Adventure reviewer 5
    July 22nd, 2024
    5.0
    We just finished an incredible 8-day tour of South India. The tour company handled everything with professionalism...
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    Traveled in February 2024
  • South India 8 Days Tour – Temples, Backwaters & Wildlife Adventure reviewer 6
    July 22nd, 2024
    5.0
    The South India tour for 7 nights and 8 days was absolutely fantastic. Our guide, Sunil, was superb, always ensuring...
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    Traveled in January 2024
  • South India 8 Days Tour – Temples, Backwaters & Wildlife Adventure reviewer 7
    July 22nd, 2024
    5.0
    We had a memorable 8-day tour of South India, thanks to the professional and friendly team. Our guide, Satish, made...
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    Traveled in July 2024
  • South India 8 Days Tour – Temples, Backwaters & Wildlife Adventure reviewer 8
    July 22nd, 2024
    5.0
    The South India 8-day tour was an amazing journey through diverse landscapes and vibrant culture. Our driver, Ajay,...
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    Traveled in April 2022
  • South India 8 Days Tour – Temples, Backwaters & Wildlife Adventure reviewer 9
    July 22nd, 2024
    5.0
    A phenomenal 7-night tour of South India! Our guide, Ravi, was knowledgeable and accommodating, making sure we saw...
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    Traveled in March 2024
  • South India 8 Days Tour – Temples, Backwaters & Wildlife Adventure reviewer 10
    July 19th, 2024
    5.0
    I highly recommend this six-day tour. The organization was seamless, and akash, our guide, provided valuable...
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    Traveled in May 2024

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