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- The best Southern India tour packages
- What people love about Southern India Tours
- Travel Southern India your way
- Top operators in Southern India
- Best places to start your Southern India tour
- Discover Southern India tours for every budget
- Southern India tours for every group
- Top Southern India travel itineraries to fit your plans
- Demographics
- Best time to visit Southern India
- Contact our Southern India travel experts
The best Southern India tour packages
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Best of Southern India
42 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“It was a great way to see southern India on a budget within 2 weeks.”
Tara, traveled in July 2022
Southern India's gems stretch from UNESCO Shore Temple to Mysore Palace. Traditional Kathakali dance performances await in Kochi, while Kerala offers intimate backwater homestays and aromatic spice plantations in Thekkady. Accommodation includes 12 hotel nights plus authentic village homestay.
Duration 14 days Destinations Kochi (Cochin), Kalpetta, Mysuru, Mahabalipuram, Puducherry, Madurai, Thekkady, Periyar National Park, Alleppey Age Range up to 90 year olds Operated in English Operator G Adventures From $1,549
25% Off- US$1,162You save $387
South India Revealed
69 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“The trip was so well planned and organised. I was always informed well in advance.”
Kate, traveled in December 2018
From Varkala's clifftop beaches to Hampi's ancient ruins, Southern India unfolds its treasures. Kerala welcomes visitors with backwater homestays and Periyar's spice plantations, while Madurai's Sri Meenakshi Temple leads to Goa's relaxing beaches.
Duration 16 days Destinations Thiruvananthapuram, Varkala, Kochi (Cochin), Periyar National Park, Madurai, Mysuru, Hampi, Goa Age Range 15 to 99 year olds Operated in English Operator Intrepid Travel From $1,260
15% Off- US$1,071You save $189
Kerala Tour - 8 Days
21 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“Every day was an adventure. The accommodations were comfortable, and the itinerary was well-paced.”
Domenico, traveled in October 2024
Kerala's rich heritage spans from historic Fort Kochi to Munnar's verdant tea estates. Traditional Kathakali performances captivate visitors, while wildlife roams freely at Periyar Sanctuary. A cruise through Alleppey's backwaters rounds out this 3-star hotel adventure.
Duration 8 days Destinations Kochi (Cochin), Munnar, Eravikulam National Park, Periyar National Park, Thekkady, Alleppey, Kumarakom, Kottayam Age Range 1 to 90 year olds Operated in English, German, Italian, Portuguese, French, Spanish, Dutch, Russian Operator Golden Triangle India Tours From $1,869
63% Off- US$692You save $1,177
From Fort Kochi's iconic Chinese fishing nets to Kanyakumari's Vivekananda Rock Memorial, Kerala reveals its charms. Wildlife thrives at Periyar Sanctuary, while Alleppey's backwaters and Kovalam's beaches provide natural splendor during this 11-day tour.
Duration 11 days Destinations Kochi (Cochin), Munnar, Eravikulam National Park, Periyar National Park, Thekkady, Kumarakom, Alleppey, Thiruvananthapuram, Kovalam, Kanyakumari Age Range 1 to 90 year olds Operated in English, German, Italian, Portuguese, French, Spanish, Dutch, Russian Operator Golden Triangle India Tours From $2,312
58% Off- US$971You save $1,340
Southern India
99 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“I had a fantastic experience that was largely due to the skills and talents.”
Christine, traveled in December 2018
Southern India dazzles from Kochi's Dutch Palace to Periyar's spice plantations. UNESCO Shore Temples grace Mamallapuram's coast, while French-colonial Puducherry and traditional Kerala backwater homestays offer authentic local encounters.
Duration 15 days Destinations Kochi (Cochin), Mudumalai National Park, Bandipur National Park, Mysuru, Mahabalipuram, Puducherry, Madurai, Periyar National Park Age Range 15 to 99 year olds Operated in English Operator Intrepid Travel From $1,955
5% Off- US$1,857You save $98
What people love about Southern India Tours
- Best of Southern India
Its every time nice to go with gap
- Best of Southern India
Excellent our ceo was the best nothing was too much trouble he looked after us so well
- Best of Southern India
Would have like more activities. Order of scheduled events could have been better arranged. Some hotel locations not near much. Good local guides and explanations of what we were seeing.
Travel Southern India your way
Search for the ultimate Active tour in Southern India! From hiking excursions to water sports, there are 21 private, group and tailor-made adventures to choose from. With some of our much-loved tour operators offering all-inclusive activity packages, you’re sure to find your perfect Southern India adventure!
See all Active toursExplore a wide diversity of bicycle tours through Southern India. We have 15 adventures that vary from 8 days to 17 days. With the greatest number of departures in March, this is also the most popular time of the year.
See all Bicycle toursDiscover hidden gems and off-the-beaten paths with over 183 adventures available in Southern India.
See all Explorer toursChoose from over 375 cultural tours and explore historical sites, local traditions and immerse yourself in the vibrant culture of Southern India. Our cultural tours vary from 3 days to 24 days.
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- 5.0 (22,793 reviews)
"What I was looking for: - do more cultural activities than when travelling solo (I usually do none) - stay with a chill group of people for a week - see Kerala that I heard so much about My experience: - this tour has limited activities. It’s in the itinerary. I booked the only one that matches my dates without checking too much… - the group was pretty cool. The restaurants / bars we were recommended were bad though. - I got to see Kerala. The walk through the rice fields was amazing Overall, I’d say go for it if you’re not comfortable travelling on your own. The 2 days in the backwaters were worth going on a tour. The beach is better done solo travelling / resort / hostel.
- Tours
- 2 tours
- Age range
- 12 to 90 years old
- Adventure type
- In-depth Cultural
- Response time
- 2h
- Response rate
- 76%
- Average price
- $155
- 4.5 (11,924 reviews)
"I haven't yet been on this tour which I signed up for four weeks ago. Payment is due tomorrow or the holiday will be cancelled but despite multiple contacts with them by chat or email they have been unable to confirm extra pre departure dates in Chennai. I put this down to local chaos or apparent incompetence. It looks as though I could book this hotel for the dates I want in 2 minutes online but I want the joined up experience with Intrepid. I travelled with them twice last year, including to India, and they were brilliant.
- Tours
- 2 tours
- Age range
- 5 to 99 years old
- Adventure type
- Active
- Response time
- 8h
- Response rate
- 92%
- Average price
- $143
- 4.5 (192 reviews)
"The hotels perfect, and the guides were friendly and knowledgeable. Nice trip and serviecs.
- Tours
- 35 tours
- Age range
- 1 to 90 years old
- Adventure type
- Explorer
- Response time
- 17h
- Response rate
- 96%
- Average price
- $359
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Kerala's budget tours run 7-8 days and hit all the right spots without breaking the bank. Starting in Kochi, you'll explore the old fishing nets and wander through aromatic spice markets before heading up to Munnar's tea plantations in the hills. The real cultural connection happens during homestays in Alleppey - local families share their cooking secrets and give you a genuine look at village life. Our guests love drifting through narrow canals on included houseboat trips, watching daily riverside scenes from their floating rooms. Nature enthusiasts get good value with guided visits to Periyar National Park to spot wild elephants and tigers, plus walks through spice farms where you'll learn about traditional growing methods and medicinal uses.
Luxury tours in Kerala really shine with stays in heritage properties and special cultural access over 8-14 days. You'll have expert naturalists in Periyar's wilderness, private houseboats with dedicated chefs and carefully chosen historic hotels. Our travelers tell us they love the exclusive touches - private Kathakali dance shows, visiting temples after regular hours and one-on-one Ayurvedic consultations. The routes blend cultural highlights like Mysore Palace, Meenakshi Temple and also quiet moments in tea estates and backwater hideaways. Expert guides provide rich historical context while dedicated staff handle all the details seamlessly.
Southern India budget tours- Southern India luxury tours
Southern India tours for every type of group
Who are you traveling with?
Group
246 tours in Southern IndiaExplore a wide diversity of group tours through Southern India. We have 246 adventures that vary from 3 days to 24 days. With the greatest number of departures in March, this is also the most popular time of the year.
Small Group
385 tours in Southern IndiaVisit Southern India with fewer travelers, ensuring more immersive activities.
Private / Personalized
315 tours in Southern IndiaEnjoy the exclusivity of our Private Southern India tours, tailored to your own group, preferences and pace with over 315 itineraries to choose from.
Top Southern India travel itineraries to fit your plans
Kozhikode, Wayanad Wildlife Sanctuary, Munnar, Eravikulam National Park, Periyar National Park, Thekkady, Alleppey, Thiruvananthapuram, Kovalam
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Solo travelers get a lot out of our 15-day South India Revealed tour, which gives you time to relax on Varkala's beaches and explore old temple towns. You'll stay overnight with families in Kerala's backwaters and catch traditional dance shows in Kochi. Our guests tell us they like how the schedule mixes guided visits with free hours to wander markets or just chill on the sand. There's also a popular 7-day Kerala tour where small groups check out Fort Kochi's aromatic spice markets before heading up to see Munnar's misty tea fields.
The format works really well if you like being independent - you can join group activities or do your own thing. Many solo travelers love taking overnight trains to Mysore and Hampi since it's such a good way to chat with locals and other tourists. On the backwater boats, you get your own cabin but there are also common areas where everyone hangs out over tasty Kerala dishes made by the boat's cooks.
Couples tend to love our 10-day Kerala tour that takes in colonial Cochin, mountain stays in Munnar and also peaceful backwater trips. The private houseboat nights are especially nice - you can have dinner by candlelight while floating past village life on the banks. Another good option runs 12 days through Tamil Nadu and Kerala, combining temple visits with stays in lovely heritage hotels.
These trips are full of moments you'll remember together - learning Kerala dance moves in Kochi, watching the sun go down from tea plantations and cooking with local families. Many couples go for tours with restored heritage hotels, traditional Ayurvedic treatments and also private guides at temples. You get time for both cultural stuff and quiet moments, whether you're walking through spice gardens or watching the old Chinese fishing nets at work.
Our older travelers really like the 14-day Grand Tour of South India, which offers nice hotels while you explore Mysore Palace, Ooty's hill stations and also Kerala's backwaters. The guides know exactly how to help with temple stairs and busy markets, and we build in plenty of rest stops. Our senior guests often mention how much they enjoy mixing cultural visits with nature spots, from watching classical dancers to looking for birds in Kumarakom sanctuary.
Several tours aimed at seniors let you stay longer in each place, so there's less packing and unpacking. We pick hotels that are easy to get around, and activities can adjust to how mobile you feel. Lots of older travelers tell us they enjoy the social side of houseboat trips - chatting with other guests while watching Kerala life go by. With private transfers and attentive guides, everyone can take in South India's culture at whatever pace suits them best.
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- Couples44 tours
- Seniors (50+)136 tours All tours for Seniors
Best time to visit Southern India
- Spring 2025
Spring brings lush landscapes and vibrant festivals. Perfect for witnessing Tamil Nadu's colorful temple celebrations and Karnataka's blooming gardens. Cooler evenings enhance the experience.
- popular 459 tours
- 439 tours
- 373 tours
- Summer 2025
Summer is hot and ideal for indoor attractions like Hyderabad's majestic palaces and Bangalore's museums. Evening visits to beaches in Kerala provide relief from the day's heat.
- popular 368 tours
- 366 tours
- 366 tours
- Fall / Autumn 2025
Autumn, after monsoon, reveals green landscapes and waterfalls at their peak. Explore the wildlife sanctuaries in Kerala and Karnataka. It's less crowded, making travel and stay more comfortable.
- popular 375 tours
- 278 tours
- 279 tours
- Winter 2025 / 2026
Winter in Southern India offers pleasant weather. Ideal for exploring Kerala's backwaters and Goa's beaches. Enjoy towns like Ooty and Munnar for cool retreats.
- 428 tours
- popular 446 tours
- 272 tours
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