Amazing South India Tour

8 Days

Start and end in Kochi (Cochin), Kochi (Cochin)

Location Covered
Alappuzha (Alleppey) Kochi (Cochin) Munnar Thekkady Periyar Madurai
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USD 2,685
USD 1,477

Highlights

  • Exploring Fort Kochi heritage, Chinese nets, museums, and vibrant Kathakali cultural performance show.
  • Scenic drive from Kochi to Munnar through waterfalls, misty hills, lush tea plantations en route.
  • Explore Munnar attractions including Eravikulam National Park, Mattupetty Dam, town markets, and tea estates walks.
  • Discover Periyar wildlife sanctuary with bamboo rafting, elephant safari, spice plantations, and forest trekking experience.
  • Experience Madurai temples, Meenakshi Amman Temple, palace tours, museums, and spiritual evening prayer rituals ceremony.
  • Cruise Alleppey backwaters on houseboat, enjoying Kerala cuisine, lagoons, sunsets, and village life views.

Itinerary

Experience an enchanting Kerala journey beginning in Kochi with heritage sightseeing and Kathakali performance followed by scenic drive to misty Munnar with waterfalls and tea gardens Explore wildlife-rich Periyar with safaris and spice plantations then continue to cultural Madurai showcasing magnificent temples and evening rituals Drift through serene Alleppey backwaters on a houseboat with authentic Kerala cuisine This perfectly curated itinerary blends nature culture wildlife and relaxation offering unforgettable experiences across South India from coastal charm to hill stations and tranquil waterways experience.

On the day of arrival at Kochi airport, our Holidays At representative will assist you at the airport and later transfer to your pre-booked hotel for night stay. After refresh yourself, later proceed for guided tour to Cochin, visit Fort Kochi, Dutch Palace, Chinese Fishing Net, Indo Portuguese Museum and Marine Drive. In the evening time enjoy the kathakali dance show, one of India's most famous classical dances with lavish costumes, exotic makeup & masks intensify the beauty of the dancers, intricate moments. 
Overnight at Hotel.

Today morning after breakfast at hotel, later check out and drive to Munnar “Scenic hills of Kerala”, via en-route enjoy the scenic beauty & the marvelous waterfalls of Kerala with high mountains and the low flying clouds passing by. Upon arrival at Munnar check-in to your pre-booked hotel for night stay. Rest of the day free for your own leisure activities. 
Overnight at Hotel.

Today morning after breakfast at hotel, later proceed for sightseeing tour to Munnar, visit the Eravikulam National Park, Mattupetty Dam, Old Munnar Town and the town market. In the evening, enjoy a walk at Tea Estate or free for own activities. 
Overnight at Hotel.

Today morning after breakfast at hotel, later check out and drive to Madurai, via en-route visit to Chokkanathar Temple and Samanar Hills also known as Samanar Malai or Amanarmalai at Keelakuilkudi. Upon arrival at Madurai check-in to your pre-booked hotel for night stay. After refresh yourself, later proceed for guided tour to Madurai, visit Meenakshi Amman Temple, Thirumalai Nayakkar Palace, Gandhi Memorial Museum and Vandiyur Mariamman Teppakulam. After finish your guided tour to Madurai, later experience the evening prayer ceremony at the Meenakshi Temple. 
Overnight at Hotel.

Today morning after breakfast at hotel, later check out and drive to Periyar. Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary one of the biggest wildlife sanctuaries in India's which covers 777 Sq. Kms (300 Sq. miles) for a Tiger Reserve. Upon arrival at Periyar check-in to your pre-booked hotel for night stay. In the evening, enjoy a walk around Estate or free for own activities. 
Overnight at Hotel.

Today morning after breakfast at hotel, later proceed for full day sightseeing tour to Periyar visit Bamboo Rafting & Border Hiking are a unique program available in Periyar, Also enjoy the Elephant safari at Periyar wildlife sanctuary, Kumily and Mangala Devi Temple. 
Overnight at Hotel.

Today morning after breakfast at hotel, later check out and proceed for backwater to enjoy the houseboat journey. Upon arrival at Alleppey check-in to your pre-booked houseboat for night stay. Later proceed for backwaters & lagoons on Alappuzha, Enjoy your lunch and dinner at houseboat. Evening walk around the local street of Alappuzha. 
Overnight at Houseboat.

Today morning after breakfast at hotel, later check out and drive to Kochi airport to board the flight for your next destination / Home.

What's Included

  • 7 Nights accommodation based on double / twin sharing basis.
  • Assistance during arrival and departure by Holidays At.
  • All sightseeing including airport transfers by an AC vehicle.
  • 7 Breakfast at Hotel, 1 Lunch & 1 Dinner at House Boat.
  • Local English Speaking guide at Kochi and Madurai.
  • Visit to Eravikulam National Park.
  • Visit to the historic temple and places in Madurai.
  • Enjoy boat ride and wildlife in Periyar.
  • Experience the Houseboat stay at Alleppey.
  • Enjoy your Kochi sightseeing tour.
  • One mineral water bottle per person per day.
  • All currently applicable taxes including GST.
  • Monument entry fees.
  • Visas Fee (if applicable).
  • Beverages other than drinking water & any costs of a personal nature.
  • International/Internal flights to/from the start/finish of the trip.
  • Tips (always optional, but some guidance will be given in the pre-departure information pack you’ll receive after booking).

Frequently Asked Questions

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Yes, All language local guides are available as per request.

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Yes, although you will have to make your own way to where the group is heading to out of your own expense.

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Absolutely. Every traveler is required to purchase travel insurance before the start of their tour. Due to the varying nature, availability and cost of health care around the world, travel insurance is very much an essential and necessary part of every journey.

Only for foreign national traveler.

Most of the places you will get free Wi-FI.

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Currency always depend on the country.

You will receive all the booking pack with all the pick up times.

100% departure if there is single traveler.

Please speak to our sales team as soon as possible to see how we can help.

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3 Star

Tips always optional.

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North Gate - Madurai
Blooming Paradise - Periyar
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