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South India Highlights

12 days
From Kochi (Cochin) to Thiruvananthapuram
4.7
29 traveler reviews
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Fully Guided
An experienced guide will be with you for the entire tour
Guided in English
Other languages on offer: German, Italian, Portuguese, French, Spanish, Dutch, Russian
Group Size 1 - 10
Age range 1 to 90
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Highlights

  • Explore Fort Kochi and historical sites
  • Watch a traditional Kathakali dance show
  • Relax on the serene Marari beaches
  • Cruise through Alleppey's backwaters
  • Discover wildlife at Periyar Sanctuary

Itinerary

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  1. Day 1 Arrival at Kochi
  2. Day 2 At Kochi
  3. Day 3 Kochi - Marari (44 Kms / 1.30 Hrs)
  4. Day 4 Marari - Alleppey (20 Kms / 1 Hrs)
  5. Day 5 Alleppey - Periyar (115 Kms / 3 Hrs)
  6. Day 6 Periyar - Madurai (230 Kms / 6.30 Hrs)
  7. Day 7 At Madurai
  8. Day 8 Madurai - Rameshwaram (171 Kms / 3.30 Hrs)
  9. Day 9 Rameshwaram - Kanyakumari (310 Kms / 6 Hrs)
  10. Day 10 Kanyakumari - Kovalam (139 Kms / 4 Hrs)
  11. Day 11 At Kovalam
  12. Day 12 Kovalam - Trivandrum (18 Kms / 34 Min) and Departure
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4.6
(204 reviews)

Number of tours

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Age Range

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    Excellent
    4.7
  • Itinerary
    Excellent
    4.8
  • Guide
    Excellent
    4.7
  • Transport
    Excellent
    4.8
  • Accommodation
    Excellent
    4.9
  • Food
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    4.8
  • 4.6
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  • MZ
    · January 9th, 2025
    Fantastic trip with great hotels and guides! hotel was perfect after a day of sightseeing. The guide was friendly and knowledgeable, making each stop interesting. The houseboat ride in Alleppey was peaceful and unforgettable. Overall, a well organized and enjoyable experience.
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    Dear Malusi, Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback about your South India Highlights 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... Show more
    Trip date: November 2024
  • TB
    · January 9th, 2025
    Overall trip was good but hotels need upgrade for better comfort.
    Panda Experiences commented on this review
    Dear Thomas, Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback about your South India Highlights 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... Show more
    Trip date: December 2024
  • CT
    · January 9th, 2025
    Perfect South India trip. Hotels were good. Every stop was interesting. I enjoyed the Kathakali dance and the houseboat ride in Alleppey. Highly recommend this tour.
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    Dear Carla, Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback about your South India Highlights 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... Show more
    Trip date: November 2024
  • South India Highlights reviewer 4
    · December 30th, 2024
    Entire trip was excellent all hotels were comfortable. Our guide was excellent, offering lots of interesting facts about the places we visited. The houseboat ride was a different experience, and I loved the know about the culture and history of South India. Wonderful.
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    Dear Thomas, Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback about your South India Highlights 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... Show more
    Trip date: November 2024
  • LF
    · December 30th, 2024
    Wonderful tour all the hotels were comfortable. The guide was friendly and informative, enhancing the overall experience. The houseboat ride in Alleppey was wonderful experience. It was the perfect blend of cultural and sightseeing. Highly recommended!
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    Dear Laura, Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback about your South India Highlights 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... Show more
    Trip date: November 2024
  • RT
    · December 19th, 2024
    Amazing trip! The hotels were fantastic, with the one in Marari offering stunning views. The guide was very knowledgeable and made the trip more enjoyable. I loved all the destinations and the peaceful houseboat experience in Alleppey. Well-organized and relaxing overall! I highly recommend this South India trip.
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    Dear Rondine, Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback about your South India Highlights 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... Show more
    Trip date: October 2024
  • PW
    · December 19th, 2024
    Had an amazing time on South India tour! The hotels were great, especially in Kochi and Madurai. The guide was very knowledgeable and friendly, making each day enjoyable. The houseboat ride in Alleppey was a unique experience for us. Overall, a perfect mix of sightseeing, culture, and leisure. Highly recommend!
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    Dear Petra, Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback about your South India Highlights 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... Show more
    Trip date: October 2024
  • AJ
    · December 9th, 2024
    The trip was well organized our driver excellent. I was only guest on this trip. As a result, I often got enough time at every place. I was not able to enjoy myself in the country in a wonderful way. Amazing trip.
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    Dear Annie, Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback about your South India Highlights 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... Show more
    Trip date: September 2024
  • MF
    · December 9th, 2024
    Excellent. Very interesting trip, lots of places to enjoy the South India destinations, organized and friendly team. He did everything he could to help if we had problems and worked hard. i recommend this tour.
    Panda Experiences commented on this review
    Dear Maya, Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback about your South India Highlights 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... Show more
    Trip date: September 2024
  • GA
    · December 9th, 2024
    The trip was an absolutely amazing experience! It allowed me to truly appreciate the beauty of South India. The tour covered almost everything to see, plus some fantastic local experiences like walking tours and a home visit for a cultural experience. Our driver was very friendly, and we always felt safe. It was truly great experience, and everything was perfect!
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    Dear Gabrielle, Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback about your South India Highlights 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... Show more
    Trip date: September 2024

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South India Highlights
From Kochi (Cochin) to Thiruvananthapuram

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