Explore the vibrant culture and stunning landscapes of South India, from Chennai to Kochi, with unique experiences like a houseboat stay and spice plantation visit.
  • Explore the vibrant city of Chennai and enjoy a welcome dinner featuring classic South Indian vegetarian dishes.
  • Visit the 8th-century Shore Temple in Mamallapuram and stroll through the French Quarter of Puducherry, experiencing its unique colonial charm.
  • Discover the flavors of Madurai with a leader-led street food tour and a traditional home-cooked Tamil dinner with a local family.
  • Marvel at the intricate architecture of the Sri Meenakshi Temple and the Thirumalai Nayakkar Palace in Madurai.
  • Tour a spice plantation in Thekkady and enjoy a fragrant lunch, then witness a live kalarippayattu martial arts performance in Periyar.
  • Take a guided nature walk in Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary, searching for wild elephants and other native wildlife.
  • Experience the lush tea plantations and scenic Mattupetty Dam in Munnar, including a visit to a tea museum.
  • Spend a night on a traditional houseboat, floating through the tranquil Kerala backwaters.
  • Explore multicultural Kochi with visits to the Jewish Synagogue, Dutch Palace, and a Kathakali dance performance, and enjoy a Keralan cooking class.
The tour offers a variety of accommodations, including air-conditioned hotel rooms and a unique stay on a converted houseboat in the Kerala backwaters. Hotels may experience power outages, and WiFi availability varies. Some hotels have hot water only at peak times, and alcohol may not be served due to local laws.