Historical Tours & Trips in Southern India
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- Premium South India
- Best of Southern India with Houseboat Stay
- Premium North & South India (from Delhi to Kochi (Cochin))
- The Southern Feast - Karnataka & Goa
- Kerala Backwater Tour with Karnataka
- India & Sri Lanka Uncovered
- Classic South India (6 destinations)
- Southern India (from Coimbatore to Kochi (Cochin))
- Temples & Spices
- Captivating Kerala (6 Days)
- Explore Chennai's vibrant Georgetown Bazaar
- Visit the ancient Shore Temple in Mamallapuram
- Discover Puducherry's French colonial heritage
Duration 13 days Destinations Chennai (Madras), Puducherry, Madurai, Thekkady, Periyar National Park, Munnar, Alleppey, Kochi (Cochin) Age Range 15 to 99 year olds Operated in English Operator Intrepid Premium - From $4,075
- US$3,056You save $1,019
- Price per day
- $235
Best of Southern India with Houseboat Stay
22 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“Sights we visited were wonderful. I highly recommend this tour.”
Andreea, traveled in February 2020
- Explore Cochin's historic sites and spice markets
- Relax in Munnar's serene hill station landscapes
- Spot wildlife on a Periyar Lake boat ride
Duration 6 days Destinations Kochi (Cochin), Munnar, Periyar National Park, Thekkady, Alleppey Age Range 5 to 99 year olds Operated in English Operator Swastik India Journeys - From $578
- US$405You save $173
- Price per day
- $67
- Explore Delhi's historical sites and bustling bazaars
- Witness the Taj Mahal at sunset in Agra
- Search for tigers on a Ranthambore safari
Duration 23 days Destinations Delhi, Agra, Ranthambore National Park, Jaipur, Varanasi, Chennai (Madras), Puducherry, Madurai, Thekkady, Periyar National ParkSee all destinations Age Range 18 to 99 year olds Operated in English Operator Intrepid Premium - From
- US$6,975
- Price per day
- $303
The Southern Feast - Karnataka & Goa
3 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“The tour is highly recommended historically and culturally, especially places like Hampi and Badami.”
Zoran, traveled in December 2022
- Explore Srirangapatna's historic sites
- Admire Mysore Palace's royal architecture
- Visit Hampi's UNESCO-listed ancient ruins
Duration 12 days Destinations Bangalore, Mysuru, Hassan, Hampi, Badami, Goa Age Range 5 to 95 year olds Operated in English, Italian, Spanish Operator MTA Destination Management Company - From $1,330
- US$998You save $332
- Price per day
- $83
Kerala Backwater Tour with Karnataka
1 Review by TourRadar travelers“Locations on this tour were great, brilliantly varied that fit broadly into 3 categories (backwaters, hill stations and cities).”
Thomas, traveled in August 2022
- Cruise the serene and calm backwaters of Kerala
- Venture past elegant houseboats in beautiful Allepey
- Relax on the splendid white sand beaches of Kovalam
Duration 14 days Destinations Kochi (Cochin), Alleppey, Kumarakom, Periyar National Park, Munnar, Ooty, Mysuru, Hassan, Bangalore Age Range 5 to 85 year olds Operated in English, German, Italian, French, Spanish Operator World Travel Experiences - From $3,146
- US$1,258You save $1,887
- Price per day
- $90
India & Sri Lanka Uncovered
3 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“His knowledge of everywhere we went was impressive. He ensured everyone was comfortable and relaxed the whole trip.”
anna, traveled in August 2024
- Explore Delhi with a local guide
- Sunset cruise on Lake Pichola, Udaipur
- Cook and dine with a Jaipur family
Duration 23 days Destinations Delhi, New Delhi, Udaipur, Pushkar, Jaipur, Ranthambore National Park, Agra, Fatehpur Sikri, Taj Mahal, SigiriyaSee all destinations Age Range up to 45 year olds Operated in English Operator TruTravels - From $3,250
- US$1,950You save $1,300
- Price per day
- $85
- Explore temples and beaches in Mamallapuram
- Discover French colonial charm in Puducherry
- Tour ancient mansions in Karaikudi village
Duration 9 days Destinations Chennai (Madras), Puducherry, Karaikudi, Madurai, Periyar National Park, Kovalam Age Range 15 to 99 year olds Operated in English Operator Intrepid Travel - From
- US$1,730
- Price per day
- $192
- Explore historic Kochi and its Chinese fishing nets
- Experience a traditional Kathakali dance performance
- Ride the scenic toy train through the Nilgiri Mountains
Duration 15 days Destinations Coimbatore, Coonoor, Mudumalai National Park, Bandipur National Park, Mysuru, Puducherry, Madurai, Periyar National Park, Alleppey, Kochi (Cochin) Age Range 15 to 99 year olds Operated in English Operator Intrepid Travel - From $2,000
- US$1,700You save $300
- Price per day
- $113
- Chennai, Mahabalipuram, Pondicherry French Quarter, Tanjore Brihadeshvara Temple, Ancient Madurai
Duration 8 days Destinations Chennai (Madras), Mahabalipuram, Puducherry, Thanjavur, Madurai Age Range 12 to 85 year olds Operated in English Operator Encounters Travel - From
- US$1,190
- Price per day
- $149
- Explore the lush backwaters of Kerala
- Discover Periyar's wildlife on a nature walk
- Learn about spices in Kumily Spice Garden
Duration 6 days Destinations Kochi (Cochin), Periyar National Park, Kumarakom, Alleppey Age Range up to 99 year olds Operated in English Operator Trafalgar - From
- US$1,428
- Price per day
- $238
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