Experience a captivating South India journey covering Hyderabad, Madurai, Pollachi, Munnar, Thrissur, Alappuzha and Kochi blending heritage, culture, nature and backwaters. Explore Hyderabad’s historic charm, Madurai’s temples, Pollachi’s greenery, Munnar’s tea hills, Thrissur’s arts, Alappuzha houseboats and Kochi’s colonial beauty. This expertly designed itinerary includes comfortable stays, guided sightseeing, scenic drives and immersive local experiences. From vibrant cities to serene landscapes, every destination offers unique memories, authentic cuisine and cultural richness. Perfect for leisure travelers seeking a seamless and unforgettable South India holiday experience with lasting travel memories.
On the day of arrival at Hyderabad airport, our Holidays At representative will assist you at airport for transfer to your hotel. Rest of the day free for your own leisure activities.
Overnight at Hotel.
Today after breakfast proceed to enjoy your sightseeing in Charminar, home to one of India's largest mosques, the Mecca Masjid, built in 1598. A maze of bazaars surrounds the Charminar arch, the best known and oldest being Lad bazaar. Here, you can buy almost anything, from colourful bangles and rosewater to silverwork, antiques, fabrics and elegant pearls. Tucked away in the labyrinthine streets are a handful of perfume shops paying homage to the Mughal legacy of ittar, an essential oil. Learn more about the blending of these oils and blend your own unique perfume. Rest of the day free for your own leisure activities.
Overnight at Hotel.
Today after breakfast move forward to explorer the main highlights of Hyderabad including the Birla temple, the magnificent Chowmahalla palace, inspired by the Shah of Iran's palace in Tehran, and the Nizam Museum. Visit the impressive Golconda fort, once a centre of Muslim power for 400 years, for the evening enjoy an sound and light show.
Overnight at Hotel.
Enjoy your own leisure activities. Later check out from hotel and drive to Hyderabad airport to board the flight for Madurai. Upon arrival at Madurai our representative will meet you and assist for transfer to your hotel. After refresh yourself move forward to visit one of India’s liveliest and most colourful temples, Meenakshi, for its spectacular evening ceremony when the pillared halls are filled with hindu worshippers and exotic fragrances.
Overnight at Hotel.
After breakfast at hotel later proceed for the sightseeing tour of Madurai, visit Meenakshi Sundareswarar, one of the largest temple complex in India. Later visit Thirupparamkunram Murugan Temple, Palamuthirsolai Murugan Temple. Also visit the Thirumalai Nayak Palace, Alagar Kovil and Gandhi Museum.
Overnight at Hotel.
Today morning after breakfast and check out from hotel later drive to Pollachi, the stunning scenery of the Western Ghats. Upon reaching Pollachi check-in to your hotel for night stay. Rest of the day free for your own leisure activities.
Overnight at Hotel.
Today after breakfast, later proceed to visit Valparai, set in the Anaimalai hills of the Western Ghats and surrounded by lush tea plantations and forest. Take a tour of a private tea plantation and factory. Visit an interpretation centre and rainforest project to learn first-hand about elephant-human conflict. Rest of the day free for your own leisure activities.
Overnight at Hotel.
Today morning after breakfast and check out from hotel later drive to Munnar “Scenic hills of Kerala†and 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 the hotel for night stay. Later 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 after breakfast and check out form hotel later head to Thrissur, in Kerala’s cultural heartland, for an overnight stay. This afternoon visit Thrissur’s Art Gallery and witness Kerala’s performing arts, spending time with masters to learn about traditional Sanskrit theatre. Witness a Tholpavakoothu performance of traditional shadow puppetry based on stories and characters from the religious epics.
Overnight at Hotel.
Today morning after breakfast and check out from hotel later proceed for backwater to enjoy the houseboat journey. Upon reaching at Alappuzha check-in to your 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 and check out from hotel later drive to Kochi. Upon reaching check-in to your hotel for night stay. After refresh yourself later proceed for half day guided tour at Kochi, visit Fort Kochi, Marine Drive, Hill Palace, St.Francis Church, Dutch Palace, Pareekshit Thampuran Museum, Pallipuram Fort, Santa Cruz Cathedral Basilica, Bolgatty Island, Indo-Portuguese Museum. Rest of the day free for your own leisure activities.
Overnight at Hotel.
Today morning after breakfast and check out from hotel later drive to Kochi airport to board the flight for your home.