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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“An amazing experience that truly reflects the rich culture southern India has to offer.”
Luke, traveled in September 2022
Cultural landscapes of Southern India come alive over 14 days. Ancient temples, tea plantations, and Kerala backwaters create authentic experiences. Homestays and traditional performances earn 4.8+ stars from 40+ travelers.
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“Southern India is a beautiful part of the country and it is positive to see this region making an effort to reduce plastic.”
Joesphine, traveled in December 2018
Southern India's coastal charm unfolds through Kerala's backwaters, spice plantations, and beach towns. The 16-day tour across 8 cities blends cultural immersion with relaxation, featuring authentic transport experiences and village homestays.
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 $1,360
20% Off- US$1,088You save $272
Southern India
99 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“This was our first Intrepid experience, and the content of the trip exceeded our expectations.”
Jenna, traveled in December 2018
Southern India's treasures unfold from coastal Kochi to mystical Madurai across 15 days. Visit 8 distinct destinations including wildlife sanctuaries, French colonial towns, and ancient temples. Carefully selected accommodations range from jungle lodges to homestays, with 100+ reviews averaging 4.6/5.0.
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 $2,110
25% Off- US$1,582You save $528
Highlights of Southern India include Munnar's tea country, Thekkady's wilderness, and Alleppey's backwaters. Comfortable 3-star hotels and traditional houseboat stays with daily breakfast included.
Duration 5 days Destinations Kochi (Cochin), Munnar, Thekkady, Alleppey Age Range 5 to 85 year olds Operated in English Operator Fragrance of Taj From
25% Off- US$361
Exotic Kerala Tour (Coconut Holiday Of India)
17 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“The places we visited were amazing. Everything was arranged so flawlessly and was on schedule.”
Aroonima, traveled in September 2016
This highly-rated Southern India tour (4.5+ stars) takes you through tea plantations, wildlife reserves, and serene backwaters. Comfortable 3-star hotels and all breakfasts included at approx. $210 per day.
Duration 9 days Destinations Kochi (Cochin), Munnar, Periyar National Park, Kumarakom, Alleppey, Kovalam, Thiruvananthapuram Age Range 2 to 85 year olds Operated in English, German, Italian, French, Spanish Operator World Travel Experiences From $1,735
60% Off- US$694You save $1,041
What people love about Southern India Tours
- Best of Southern India
Excellent tour to wonderful places in Southern India. Very good guide.
- South India Revealed
The Trip exceeded our expectations. We were lucky to have Jeshin as our tour Guide. He was well informed and was pretty clear with setting expectations about our BasiX tour package. We got a true cultural experience that included travel within India on Private Bus, Trains, Tuk-Tuks, Ferry and State Transport Bus. We even rode an Elephant in Periyaar. With the right attitude and patience, this is a rewarding tour. The food was exquisite in most cities (you should explore local options). Jeshin gave us multiple options in most cities. We enjoyed Trivandram, Kochi, Varkala, Hampi & Mysore. Mysore Palace was so crowded due to the Dec Holidays, we probably should have skipped it. The Mysore Silk saree shopping and eating at Mylaree & 'Frosting' made up for it. Hotels and Homestays in most places was pretty good. I think Mysore was probably the only bad one since there were so many choices, Interpid could do better. Hotel in Hampi was the best. The only complaint we have is regarding the Periyaar Sanctuary. That day could have been planned better by Intrepid. If they had made advance reservations when we were in Varkala, we would have been able to do the Govt Jungle Trips as opposed to private outside the Jungle trips. We didnt have any tickets left, by the time we reached Periyaar. We did d teh Kerala Martial arts, which was good, but left a sore spot about missing the jungle trek. Overall a really nicely planned tour and well worth its shoe string budget cost. Enjoy!!! we did :)
- Southern India
Great tour! Excellent itinerary, good hotels and well paced. Our leader, Garima, was highly professional and friendly.
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Top operators in Southern India
- 4.5 (11,918 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
- 4 tours
- Age range
- 5 to 99 years old
- Adventure type
- In-depth Cultural
- Response time
- 7h
- Response rate
- 96%
- Average price
- $146
- 5.0 (22,783 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
- 1h
- Response rate
- 100%
- Average price
- $106
- 4.5 (97 reviews)
- Tours
- 1 tours
- Age range
- 5 to 85 years old
- Adventure type
- Active
- Response time
- 13h
- Response rate
- 100%
- Average price
- $105
Best places to start your Southern India tour
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Discover Southern India tours for every budget
Browse the best budget and luxury tours in Southern India that will take you through unmissable places like Kochi (Cochin) and Alleppey.
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Southern India tours for every type of group
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Group
245 tours in Southern IndiaExplore a wide diversity of group tours through Southern India. We have 245 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
387 tours in Southern IndiaVisit Southern India with fewer travelers, ensuring more immersive activities
- Itineraries between 3 days and 24 days
- Starting from $60 per day
Personalized
434 tours in Southern IndiaCompletely define your ideal trip to Southern India with our dedicated tour operators. Choose from over 434 different tours to start your personalization.Private
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
Don't miss out on visiting:
Kochi (Cochin), Munnar, Thekkady, Periyar National Park, Alleppey, Kovalam
See all toursDon't miss out on visiting:
Kozhikode, Wayanad Wildlife Sanctuary, Munnar, Eravikulam National Park, Periyar National Park, Thekkady, Alleppey, Thiruvananthapuram, Kovalam
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Discover unforgettable adventures designed for all ages! Whether you're young or young at heart, our adventures offer excitement and wonder for everyone.
- Solo Travelers438 tours All tours for Solo Travelers
- Couples44 tours All tours for Couples
- Seniors (50+)138 tours All tours for Seniors
Best time to visit Southern India
- Spring 2025Spring 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.
- March 2025 popular 461 tours
- April 2025 441 tours
- May 2025 373 tours
- Summer 2025Summer 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.
- June 2025 popular 368 tours
- July 2025 366 tours
- August 2025 366 tours
- Fall / Autumn 2025Autumn, 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.
- September 2025 popular 376 tours
- October 2025 279 tours
- November 2025 280 tours
- Winter 2025 / 2026Winter 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.
- January 2025 438 tours
- February 2025 popular 448 tours
- December 2025 273 tours
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