What is the typical length of tours starting in Bangalore to explore Southern India?

Southern India tours departing from Bangalore vary from quick 5-day trips to extended 20-day journeys with most cultural routes running 12-15 days. The "Grand Tour of South India" covers key landmarks over 15 days including the opulent Mysore Palace, ancient Meenakshi Temple in Madurai and Kerala's network of backwaters. For those seeking a shorter experience the "Karnataka Heritage Trail" condenses main historical sites into 5 days. As one TourRadar traveler noted: "The 15-day tour was excellent. We travelled to so many different places in South India and visited various temples palaces gardens and nature reserves."

What are the must-see attractions during the first days in Bangalore?

Key sites in Bangalore include the sprawling 240-acre Lal Bagh Botanical Garden home to over 1,000 plant species. The itinerary often features the 16th-century Bangalore Fort constructed by Kempe Gowda along with visits to the Bull Temple and the verdant Cubbon Park. The grand Vidhana Soudha building and Tipu Sultan's Summer Palace round out the cultural highlights. A TourRadar traveler mentioned: "The tour started perfectly in Bangalore where we visited the beautiful Lal Bagh Garden and the historically rich Bangalore Fort giving us a great introduction to South Indian culture."

What type of accommodations can I expect when starting from Bangalore?

Bangalore offers accommodations across comfort levels from reliable 3-star hotels to luxurious 5-star properties. Standard category travelers often stay at the Ramada while the Fortune Select JP Cosmos caters to superior category guests. The upscale ITC Gardenia represents the luxury segment. A TourRadar traveler shared: "The accommodations were excellent throughout starting with our stay at the ITC Gardenia in Bangalore which offered great comfort and service."

What are the most popular destinations to combine with Bangalore?

Travelers often pair Bangalore with nearby Mysore 140km away and the ancient ruins of Hampi at 350km. Kerala's intricate backwater system provides a striking contrast to the city experience. Many routes incorporate wildlife viewing at Bandipur National Park and stops at the temple complexes of Belur and Halebid. Goa's beaches and Madurai's temples are frequent additions. A TourRadar traveler shared: "The combination of Bangalore's modernity Mysore's royal heritage and Nagarhole's wilderness made for an unforgettable journey."

How long does it typically take to travel from Bangalore to the next major destinations?

Travel times from Bangalore by road include 3 hours to reach Mysore covering 140km 7 hours to Hampi at 350km and 4 hours to Bandipur National Park spanning 235km. Most tours begin from central locations like the ITC Gardenia. A TourRadar traveler noted: "The drives from Bangalore were comfortable and scenic especially the route to Mysore with its changing landscapes and cultural stops."

What wildlife experiences are accessible from Bangalore?

Within 230km of Bangalore both Bandipur and Nagarhole National Parks offer close encounters with native wildlife including Bengal tigers elephants and numerous bird species. Luxury wilderness lodges such as the Serai Kabini and Evolve Back Kuruba Safari Lodge provide comfortable bases for exploration. A TourRadar traveler shared: "The safari excursions from Bangalore to Nagarhole were exceptional with multiple tiger and elephant sightings."

Southern India Tours from Bangalore

An adventure starting in Bangalore is a great way to see Southern India. We have 101 tours that range from 3 days up to 25 days. The most popular time for tours from Bangalore is February, which has the most tour departures.

10 best Southern India tours from Bangalore

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Health, Spa & Wellness
India Yoga & Meditation - 9 Days
4.0 (1 traveler review)
"I would definitely check their tour again. Manohar is flexible and a listener, willing to give his best."
Amjad, traveled in July
Duration
9 days
Destinations
Bangalore, Mysuru, Wayanad Wildlife Sanctuary, Palakkad,Coimbatore+1 more
Age Range
Ages 18+
Country Region
Southern India
Operated in
English, German,Italian,French,Spanish+3 more
Operator
Turban Adventures
From
US$1,800per person
Price based on Private Double Room
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Passage through Kerala
4.3 (7 traveler reviews)
"Amazing culture we loved all the destinations during the trip. Highly recommend this tour for South India."
Katia, traveled in February
Duration
13 days
Destinations
Bangalore, Srirangapatna, Mysuru, Nagarhole National Park,Wayanad Wildlife Sanctuary,Ooty,Coonoor,Coimbatore,Kochi (Cochin),Alleppey,Kumarakom,Kottayam+8 more
Age Range
All Ages Welcome
Country Region
Southern India
Operated in
English, German,Italian,Portuguese,French,Spanish,Dutch,Russian+6 more
Operator
Golden Triangle India Tours
65% Off
From $5,359
US$1,876per person
Price based on Private Double Room
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Wildlife
South India Wildlife Tour
4.4 (13 traveler reviews)
"The hotels were of good standard. We felt looked after the entire time."
Corina, traveled in November
Duration
16 days
Destinations
Bangalore, Srirangapatna, Mysuru, Nagarhole National Park,Bandipur National Park,Ooty,Munnar,Eravikulam National Park,Periyar National Park,Thekkady,Alleppey,Kumarakom,Kochi (Cochin)+9 more
Age Range
All Ages Welcome
Country Region
Southern India
Operated in
English, German,Italian,Portuguese,French,Spanish,Dutch,Russian+6 more
Operator
Panda Experiences
65% Off
From $6,015
US$2,105per person
Price based on Private Double Room
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Cultural heartlands of 7 Days of South India tour
4.8 (5 traveler reviews)
"This tour truly captures the essence of this enchanting region. The accommodations are luxurious and perfectly complement the experience."
Mathley, traveled in May
Duration
7 days
Destinations
Bangalore, Mysuru, Ooty, Kochi (Cochin)
Age Range
All Ages Welcome
Country Region
Southern India
Operated in
English, Italian,French,Spanish,Russian+3 more
Operator
Agra Travels Service & Tours
30% Off
From $836
US$585per person
Price based on Private Double Room
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In-depth Cultural
Amazing South India tour with Karnataka & Kerala & Pondicherry and Tamilnadu
5.0 (4 traveler reviews)
"We were at first worried about safety as this was our first time in India and all of that was washed away."
Albert, traveled in March
Duration
14 days
Destinations
Bangalore, Mysuru, Coonoor, Kochi (Cochin), Alleppey,Thekkady,Madurai,Trichy,Thanjavur,Puducherry,Kanchipuram,Chennai (Madras)+7 more
Age Range
All Ages Welcome
Country Region
Southern India
Operated in
English
Operator
Real viaggi india
50% Off
From $3,800
US$1,900per person
Price based on Private Double Room
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In-depth Cultural
13 Days Tour of Karnataka, Kerala & Tamil Nadu [South India]
Duration
13 days
Destinations
Bangalore, Srirangapatna, Mysuru, Ooty, Kochi (Cochin),Alleppey,Periyar National Park,Madurai,Mahabalipuram,Chennai (Madras)+5 more
Age Range
Ages 15+
Country Region
Southern India
Operated in
English
Operator
TTI TOURS
50% Off
From
US$1,162per person
Price based on Private Double Room
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In-depth Cultural
Bangalore, Mysore & Nagarhole - 8 days
Duration
8 days
Destinations
Bangalore, Mysuru, Nagarhole National Park
Age Range
All Ages Welcome
Country Region
Southern IndiaKarnataka+1 more
Operated in
English
Operator
On The Go Tours
50% Off
From
US$1,560per person
Price based on Private Double Room
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In-depth Cultural
Highlights of Southern India
4.4 (21 traveler reviews)
"Kochi was wonderful. I think if the houseboat had been more spoken."
Claire, traveled in February
Duration
15 days
Destinations
Bangalore, Mysuru, Bandipur National Park, Ooty,Kochi (Cochin),Thekkady,Madurai,Chennai (Madras),Mahabalipuram+5 more
Age Range
Ages 16+
Country Region
Southern India
Operated in
English
Operator
Explore!
20% Off
From $2,490
US$1,990per person
Price based on Shared Room
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Active
South India 16 Days Tour
5.0 (3 traveler reviews)
"Each destination had its own charm Bangalore gardens, Mysore grandeur, and Munnar hills were unforgettable."
Charlotte, traveled in July
Duration
16 days
Destinations
Bangalore, Mysuru, Nagarhole National Park,Bandipur National Park,Ooty,Munnar,Periyar National Park,Thekkady,Alleppey,Kumarakom,Kochi (Cochin)+8 more
Age Range
All Ages Welcome
Regions
Southern IndiaWestern Ghats+1 more
Operated in
English, German,Italian,Portuguese,French,Spanish,Dutch,Russian+6 more
Operator
Golden Triangle India Tours
65% Off
From $5,980
US$2,093per person
Price based on Private Double Room
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Active
Bangalore to Nagarhole National Park Expedition
5.0 (2 traveler reviews)
"Staying at Evolve Back, Kabini was absolutely superb — serene, luxurious, and immersed in nature."
Amanda, traveled in September
Duration
3 days
Destinations
Bangalore, Nagarhole National Park
Age Range
All Ages Welcome
Regions
Southern IndiaKarnatakaWestern Ghats+2 more
Operated in
English
Operator
Agora Voyages OPC Pvt Ltd
65% Off
From
US$853per person
Price based on Private Double Room
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In-depth Cultural
Grand Tour of South India
4.6 (47 traveler reviews)
"We explored historical sites in Mysore and Madurai, which were awe-inspiring. Ooty and Coonoor offered peaceful breaks amidst all the sightseeing."
Trevor, traveled in September
Duration
15 days
Destinations
Bangalore, Mysuru, Ooty, Coonoor, Coimbatore,Kochi (Cochin),Alleppey,Kumarakom,Kottayam,Thekkady,Periyar National Park,Madurai,Trichy,Tiruchirapalli,Thanjavur,Darasuram,Chennai (Madras)+12 more
Age Range
All Ages Welcome
Country Region
Southern India
Operated in
English, German,Italian,Portuguese,French,Spanish,Dutch,Russian+6 more
Operator
Golden Triangle India Tours
60% Off
From $3,899
US$1,560per person
Price based on Private Double Room
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In-depth Cultural
Temples, Hills, and Palaces of South India
5.0 (3 traveler reviews)
"Southern India is a treasure trove of amazing temples and palaces. I give a lot of credit to the tour operator for creating such a great itinerary."
Steven, traveled in November
Duration
12 days
Destinations
Bangalore, Kanchipuram, Chennai (Madras), Mahabalipuram,Puducherry,Chidambaram,Gangai Konda Cholapuram,Darasuram,Thanjavur,Trichy,Madurai,Coimbatore,Ooty,Mysuru+10 more
Age Range
All Ages Welcome
Country Region
Southern IndiaTamil Nadu+1 more
Operated in
English
Operator
Agora Voyages OPC Pvt Ltd
60% Off
From
US$2,401per person
Price based on Private Double Room
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In-depth Cultural
Bangalore & Mysore Tour With Wildlife Nagarhole & Coonoor Safari
5.0 (15 traveler reviews)
"The wildlife sightings were incredible, with opportunities to see elephants, tigers, and various bird species up close."
Cofar, traveled in August
Duration
6 days
Destinations
Bangalore, Mysuru, Nagarhole National Park, Coonoor
Age Range
All Ages Welcome
Regions
Southern IndiaKarnatakaWestern Ghats+2 more
Operated in
English
Operator
Real viaggi india
50% Off
From $2,000
US$1,000per person
Price based on Private Double Room
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In-depth Cultural
The Southern Feast - Karnataka & Goa
5.0 (5 traveler reviews)
"The views and guides were great. The tour was the best day of our trip."
Sonal, traveled in January
Duration
12 days
Destinations
Bangalore, Mysuru, Hassan, Hampi, Badami, Goa
Age Range
All Ages Welcome
Country Region
Southern IndiaKarnataka+1 more
Operated in
English, Italian,Spanish+1 more
Operator
MTA Destination Management Company
20% Off
From $2,015
US$1,612per person
Price based on Private Double Room
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Explorer
Heritage and Wildlife Trail: Discovering Mysore, Bandipur, and Somanathpur
5.0 (1 traveler review)
"Both driver and guide we knowledgeable and professional."
suzanne, traveled in March
Duration
3 days
Destinations
Bangalore, Mysuru, Bandipur National Park
Age Range
All Ages Welcome
Country Region
Southern IndiaKarnataka+1 more
Operated in
English
Operator
Agora Voyages OPC Pvt Ltd
20% Off
From
US$751per person
Price based on Private Double Room
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