View allExcellent tour with enough days at each location to really enjoy the area and not feel rushed.
Mario, traveled in March
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- Payless tours india
- In-depth Cultural
- Immerse yourself in rich history and local traditions
- Group Tour
- Join a group and forge lifelong friendships
- Partially Guided
- Independent travel, featuring selected guided excursions
- Guided in English
- Group Size 1 - 15
- All Ages Welcome
Places You’ll See
Highlights
- Explore Dutch Palace and Jewish Synagogue
- Watch a Kathakali dance show in Kochi
- Visit Munnar's tea plantations and Mattupetty Dam
- Cruise on Periyar Lake and spot wildlife
- Stay overnight on an Alleppey houseboat
Itinerary
- Introduction
- Day 1 Cochin
- Day 2 Munnar
- Day 3 Munnar
- Day 4 Periyar
- Day 5 Alleppey houseboat
- Day 6 Kovalam
- Day 7 Kovalam
- Day 8 Kovalam
- Day 9 Kochi
What's Included
- Accommodation
- Guide
- Meals
- Additional Services
- Transport
- Free eSIMTourRadar offers the lead traveler (the person who booked) a free 1GB eSIM for the trip. The eSIM is redeemable only through the TourRadar app 72 hours before departure.
What's Not Included
- Additional Services
Adventure Type
- Group AdventuresJoin a group and forge lifelong friendships.What to expect
- Group of 15 travelers max.
- Fast booking confirmation
- Carefully planned itineraries
- Travel with like-minded people
- Personalized AdventuresCustomize an existing itinerary or create your own.What to expect
- Travel with your own group of min. 1 travelers
- Choose your preferred dates and duration
- Upgrade your accommodation
- Customize the itineraries
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Number of tours
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1 to 99 years old
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- FoodExcellent
- Meadows· June 17th, 2025That was truly an amazing journey through "god own country" state Kerala with a very accommodating and friendly driver Mr. Sunil. Paylesstoursindia chose for us very nice hotel in very green location, close by the centre. Our houseboat in Alleppay hit the spot and we really felt like in paradise of India. Lovely room and people who served us during the boat ride. The sunset at the rice fields was mesmerizing. Other places like Munnar or Periyar were also very nice and worth travelling despite winding roads with lots of turns. We can say we recommend this tour operator to everyone who would like to visit India, especially Kerala.Show moreTrip date: March 2025
- MBMegan· April 2nd, 2025My mother husband and I experienced a good time with Payless tours. They were fast with their communication online and nothing was too much trouble. We had to change accomodation when asked to check what they had booked due to mother’s walking ability. The change was done so efficiently. The drivers knew their way around and were so patient. They were so thoughtful and respectful of my mother who declined to not walk around the tourist icons like temples and choose to see the Indian communities by sitting in the air conditioned car. The drivers/ guides Gulshan and Sulinjohn shared knowledge of Mumbai and Kerala. They communicated with locals for us and took us to some great restaurants. They were genuinely nice people who wanted to show their country to us. We found Tourradar so good my mother and I booked a quick 3 nights at Varinasi with a driver and a guide for such a reasonable price. The accommodation had Ganges River view and walking distance , even for my mum, to the boats for the sunrise boat experience and the Hindi celebration at night. Uday was our tour guide and was a young man of 22 years old and was so proud of his heritage. His English was great and he was kind and caring for my mother. Nothing was set in stone and he adapted our tour according to our wants and needs. I would definitely use Tourradar and recommend them if you are thinking of a tour in India they will work it out for you.Show more
Payless tours india commented on this reviewThank you for trust and using our service. We are glad you had a great time in the south of India and Varanasi. We hope to serve you again. Maybe you will travel to India, Nepal or Sri Lanka next time. Best regards from Paylesstoursindia team, '... Show moreTrip date: March 2025 - Pamela· January 9th, 2025We actually spent 3 weeks in southern India on a custom tour visiting Tamil Nadu, Kerala, Goa, Kanataka. Payless Tours India went over and above to provide us with exactly what we wanted in southern India.The tour was well organized. This is the second time we have booked with them. We had a driver who was wonderful. Mithun Sharma was our driver for our first India tour, and we requested him specifically for this tour. He was that good. knowledgeable guides were provided at every stop where one was necessary. We highly recommend booking your India tour with Payless Tours India.Show morePayless tours india commented on this reviewWe’re delighted to know that our team exceeded your expectations! Your kind words mean the world to us, and we can’t wait to share your compliments with them. Looking forward to your next visit. Warmest regards, Paylesstoursindia teamTrip date: December 2024
- Andy· December 28th, 2024Correspondence prior our trip was first class...Show morePayless tours india commented on this reviewWe are so satisfied to receive such a positive feedback regarding our services and Paylsstoursindia team. We are always ready to serve our Customers in case of problems or situations which sometimes happen. There is always solution which can be found.... Show moreTrip date: December 2024
- Mario· March 9th, 2024Excellent tour with enough days at each...Show morePayless tours india commented on this reviewThank you for your wonderful review! We’re delighted to hear about your positive experience with Paylesstoursindia tour. It’s customers like you who inspire us to keep striving for excellence. We can’t wait to continue serving you with the same level of... Show moreTrip date: February 2024
- Fiona· February 3rd, 2024We loved the tour with our friendly and...Show morePayless tours india commented on this reviewWe sincerely appreciate your business and your valuable feedback. Your satisfaction is what drives us, and we can’t wait to welcome you back for another outstanding experience. We believe that our customers deserve nothing but the best, and we’re... Show moreTrip date: January 2024
- ALAnn· January 23rd, 2024As the only person booked on the tour (wasted...Show morePayless tours india commented on this reviewYour kind words about our tour are really appreciated. We love making our customer’s days and we can’t wait to have the opportunity to make you smile again! Thanks for choosing us!Trip date: January 2024
- Julie· January 13th, 2024We have just comeback from our trip to Southern...Show morePayless tours india commented on this reviewThanks for your great review of our South India tour We’ve passed your kind words on to our team. The Paylesstoursindia team are passionate about providing all of our customers with outstanding experiences and they’ll be delighted to know they hit the... Show moreTrip date: January 2024
- Florin· June 8th, 2023That was our second time in India, we visited...Show morePayless tours india commented on this reviewWe are so satisfied to receive such a positive feedback regarding our services and Paylsstoursindia team. We are always ready to serve our Customers in case of problems or situations which sometimes happen. There is always solution which can be found.... Show moreTrip date: May 2023
- Cormac· May 1st, 2023That was a very exciting and fascinating...Show morePayless tours india commented on this reviewThank you for such a great feedback. We are happy you chose our company to make your holiday. We hope to make your tour again in the future. Kind regards from all the Team, Ewa LewandowskaTrip date: April 2023
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What our customers ask about this tour
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Arnaud
Asked on March 11th, 2025Can I extend my stay in the hotel before or after the tour?
Payless tours indiaOperator•Written March 2025Yes, extra nights can be arranged if available, and rates will be provided accordingly.
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Kate
Asked on March 7th, 2025Is travel insurance necessary for the tour?
- Payless tours indiaOperator•Written March 2025
While it's not mandatory, we highly recommend purchasing travel insurance for peace of mind.
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Lawrence
Asked on January 27th, 2025We are interested in this tour but we have been to Kochi many times before so we would prefer to not have day 1 and not to have day 8 at the beach in Kovalum. We would prefer to arrange 3 nights on the houseboat instead. Can you give me a price for that?
- Payless tours indiaOperator•Written January 2025
It costs 400 usd extra per 2 pax, we will delete one day in Kochi, one day in Kovalam instead and add 2 nights on the houseboat. Please confirm and I will send you an updated itinerary.
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Amira
Asked on November 24th, 2024Are vegetarian meal options available?
- Payless tours indiaOperator•Written November 2024
Yes, we accommodate dietary preferences, including vegetarian meals.
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Clément
Asked on October 27th, 2024Will there be additional charges for transportation to my hotel?
- Payless tours indiaOperator•Written October 2024
Airport transfers are generally included, but additional transport may incur extra charges.
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Renee
Asked on October 10th, 2024Looking to join a group (preferably 6 to 13 persons) for the Kerala 9 days tour boat and relax who are booked anytime during January February March 2025
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Renee
Traveler•Written October 2024Can you supply me with a telephone number to call one of your booking agents
- Payless tours indiaOperator•Written October 2024
Our number will be visible after confirmation. Please contact Tourradar for more details.
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Hendrik
Asked on September 21st, 2024Is it possible to customize the itinerary?
- Payless tours indiaOperator•Written September 2024
Yes, we can design a personalized itinerary based on your preferences.
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Paulina
Asked on September 20th, 2024Do double rooms come with twin beds?
- Payless tours indiaOperator•Written September 2024
We can request twin beds but availability will depend on the hotel.
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Louis
Asked on September 5th, 2024When arriving at Kochi at 23:55, will there be a free transfer to the hotel? And I have to pay USD 40 for the one night as I will be using the hotel until the morning of 7th December, is that correct?
- Payless tours indiaOperator•Written September 2024
Transfers will be provided free of charge. Pick up and drop off charges. As for the first night in the hotel, it cost 40 usd extra. Please let us know and we will add this cost to the total price.
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Louis
Traveler•Written September 2024Then on the last day of the tour, 15th December, my flight departs at 23:30. I should be at the airport around 20:30. What time will the tour finish on 15th, coming back from Kovalam? Do I get a free transfer to the airport? If so, at what time?
- Payless tours indiaOperator•Written September 2024
Yes, you will be picked up from the airport on the 6th and we will drop you to the airport at 4/5 pm. It depends on the time of departure from Kovalam. The driver will pick you up and drop off from/ to the airports/ hotel. You will need to pay only for one night extra 6/7th.
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Andy
Asked on September 5th, 2024Whilst at the Periyar Lake can organise a safari that would take us into the 'tiger areas' of the reserve. I would say a morning tour would be sufficient. If this is possible can you give me an estimate of the price.
- Payless tours indiaOperator•Written September 2024
Yes, we can add a jeep morning safari for you. It costs 50 USD per person, you can book directly when you reach the safari place.
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