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Day 1: Chennai Day 2: Chennai – Kanchipuram – Mahabalipuram Day 3: Mahabalipuram – Puducherry Day 4: Puducherry Day 5: Puducherry – Thanjavur Day 6: Thanjavur – Madurai Day 7: Madurai Day 8: Madurai – Munnar Day 9: Munnar – Thekkady Day 10: Thekkady Day 11: Thekkady – Alleppey Day 12: Alleppey – Cochin & Departure

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Southern India Tour

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From Kochi (Cochin) to Thiruvananthapuram

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Operator: Golden Triangle India Tours
City & Culture: Immerse yourself in rich history and local traditions
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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, Dutch, Russian
Group Size 1 - 10
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Itinerary

Day 1
Kochi
Kochi
Start point
Kochi, Kerala, India (Hotel, Airport or any Convenient Point in Kochi.)
Accommodation
Hotel 3* (Abad Atrium or Similar)
Included Activities
- Half-day guided tour of Kochi
- Visit Fort Kochi
- Visit Dutch Palace
- Visit Indo Portuguese Museum
- Visit Marine Drive
Landmarks
Fort Kochi
Dutch Palace
Indo Portuguese Museum
Marine Drive
Day 2
Kochi to Munnar
Kochi to Munnar
Meals
Breakfast
Accommodation
Hotel 3* (Eastend or Similar)
Day 3
Munnar
Munnar
Meals
Breakfast
Accommodation
Hotel 3* (Eastend or Similar)
Included Activities
- Sightseeing tour of Munnar
- Visit Eravikulam National Park
- Visit Mattupetty Dam
- Visit Old Munnar Town
- Visit town market
Optional Activities
- Walk at Tea Estate
Landmarks
Eravikulam National Park
Mattupetty Dam
Day 4
Munnar to Periyar/Thekkady
Munnar to Periyar/Thekkady
Meals
Breakfast
Accommodation
Hotel 3* (Periyar Meadows or Similar)
Landmarks
Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary
Day 5
Periyar/Thekkady
Periyar/Thekkady
Meals
Breakfast
Accommodation
Hotel 3* (Periyar Meadows or Similar)
Included Activities
- Full day sightseeing tour of Periyar
- Boat ride at Periyar Lake
- Experience the wildlife at Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary
Optional Activities
- Bamboo Rafting at Periyar
- Border Hiking at Periyar
- Elephant safari at Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary
- Visit Kumily
- Visit Mangaladevi Temple
Landmarks
Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary
Mangaladevi Temple
Day 6
Periyar/Thekkady to Alleppey
Periyar/Thekkady to Alleppey
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch (Lunch at Houseboat), Dinner (Dinner at Houseboat)
Accommodation
Houseboat (Standard House Boat)
Included Activities
- Houseboat journey through backwaters and lagoons
- Evening walk around local street of Alappuzha
Day 7
Alleppey to Varkala
Alleppey to Varkala
Meals
Breakfast
Accommodation
Hotel 3* (Clafouti Beach Resort or Similar)
Included Activities
- Visit Papanasam Beach
Landmarks
Papanasam Beach
Day 8
Varkala
Varkala
Meals
Breakfast
Accommodation
Hotel 3* (Clafouti Beach Resort or Similar)
Included Activities
- Visit Janardanaswamy Temple
Landmarks
Janardanaswamy Temple
Day 9
Varkala
Varkala
Meals
Breakfast
Accommodation
Hotel 3* (Clafouti Beach Resort or Similar)
Included Activities
- Visit Varkala Beach
Landmarks
Varkala Beach
Day 10
Varkala to Trivandrum to Kovalam
Varkala to Trivandrum to Kovalam
Meals
Breakfast
Accommodation
Hotel 3* (Sagara Beach Resort or Similar)
Included Activities
- Visit Sree Padmanabhaswamy Temple
- Visit Horse Palace
- Visit Sree Chitra Art Gallery
- Visit Padmatheertha Kulam (Temple Pond)
Landmarks
Sree Padmanabhaswamy Temple
Sree Chitra Art Gallery
Day 11
Kovalam
Kovalam
Meals
Breakfast
Accommodation
Hotel 3* (Sagara Beach Resort or Similar)
Included Activities
- Full day tour of Kovalam
- Visit Vizhinjam Marine Aquarium
- Visit Halcyon Castle
- Visit Analothbhave Mathe Church
- Visit Fishing Harbour
- Visit Vizhinjam Village
- Visit Samudra Beach
- Visit Rock Cut Cave
- Visit Chowara Temple
- Visit Poovar Beach
Landmarks
Vizhinjam Marine Aquarium
Halcyon Castle
Analothbhave Mathe Church
Fishing Harbour
Samudra Beach
Rock Cut Cave
Chowara Temple
Poovar Beach
Day 12
Kovalam to Trivandrum Airport
Kovalam to Trivandrum Airport
End point
Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala, India (Hotel, Airport or any Convenient Point in Trivandrum (Thiruvananthapuram).)
Meals
Breakfast

Landmarks
Fort Kochi
Dutch Palace
Indo Portuguese Museum
Marine Drive

Landmarks
Eravikulam National Park
Mattupetty Dam

Landmarks
Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary

Landmarks
Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary
Mangaladevi Temple

Landmarks
Papanasam Beach

Landmarks
Janardanaswamy Temple

Landmarks
Varkala Beach

Landmarks
Sree Padmanabhaswamy Temple
Sree Chitra Art Gallery

Landmarks
Vizhinjam Marine Aquarium
Halcyon Castle
Analothbhave Mathe Church
Fishing Harbour
Samudra Beach
Rock Cut Cave
Chowara Temple
Poovar Beach

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Abad Atrium or Similar
Hotel 3*
day 1
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Eastend or Similar
Hotel 3*
Days 2, 3
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Periyar Meadows or Similar
Hotel 3*
Days 4, 5
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Standard House Boat
Houseboat
day 6
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Clafouti Beach Resort or Similar
Hotel 3*
Days 7, 8, 9
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Sagara Beach Resort or Similar
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Days 10, 11
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Rating: 4.6 (898 reviews)
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4.6

Walter5.0•October 2026
This is the best way to see the Golden Triangle! We had a wonderful experience on our 7-day tour. We were picked up...
This is the best way to see the Golden Triangle! We had a wonderful experience on our 7-day tour. We were picked up in Delhi by our driver, Naman, who was professional, friendly, and kind throughout the entire journey. The car was extremely comfortable, spotlessly clean, and air-conditioned, which made travelling between the cities so easy and enjoyable. Our guides, was excellent and really enhanced our experience with his knowledge and helpfulness. Overall, this is a fantastic way to see the Golden Triangle. Having a dedicated driver, comfortable air-conditioned car, and knowledgeable local guides in each city made the whole experience incredibly easy and enjoyable. 10/10 tour — we would highly recommend it to everyone!Show more
Sarini5.0•October 2026
Excellent job. Great memories.
Ray5.0•September 2026
10 days India tour was excellent. Everything went perfect our expectations. Very good value for money trip. We loved...
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Asked on May 9th, 2026
Do you have any 12 day tours from Chennai to Cochin?
Tour Details
- Golden Triangle India ToursOperator•Written May 2026
  Day 1: Chennai
  Day 2: Chennai – Kanchipuram – Mahabalipuram
  Day 3: Mahabalipuram – Puducherry
  Day 4: Puducherry
  Day 5: Puducherry – Thanjavur
  Day 6: Thanjavur – Madurai
  Day 7: Madurai
  Day 8: Madurai – Munnar
  Day 9: Munnar – Thekkady
  Day 10: Thekkady
  Day 11: Thekkady – Alleppey
  Day 12: Alleppey – Cochin & Departure
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  Yvonne
  Traveler•Written May 2026
  this does look good! I was looking at another one that was perfect but it incorporates an Ayervedic experience, which we would love but would like to add on Pondicherry and Chennai at the end, however we don't want to be constantly travelling and preferably do 2 days in each place
- Golden Triangle India ToursOperator•Written May 2026
  If you would like to add Pondicherry then its will be very long drive from Kovalam and its almost 12 hrs drive.
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  Yvonne
  Traveler•Written May 2026
  can you give me your best price for the amended tour from Chennai to Cochin 12days
- Golden Triangle India ToursOperator•Written May 2026
  the price for this tour will be USD 1,190 per person, using 3-star and 4-star hotels during the trip.
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What is the cancellation policy if we cancel four months before the tour starts?
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- Golden Triangle India ToursOperator•Written April 2025
  100 days or more before date of departure: 20% of total tour cost
  
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  What if I cancel 120 days or more in advance of departure?
- Golden Triangle India ToursOperator•Written April 2025
  Please note if your cancelled 120 Days before there will be 20% cancellation charges will be Applied.

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