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- Panda Experiences
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- Curated to ignite your sense of adventure
- Private Tour
- Travel exclusively with your friends and family
- Fully Guided
- An experienced guide will be with you for the entire tour
- Guided in English
- Other languages on offer: German, Italian, Portuguese, French, Spanish, Dutch, Russian
- All Ages Welcome

Highlights
- Explore Fort Kochi and historical sites
- Watch a traditional Kathakali dance show
- Relax on the serene Marari beaches
- Cruise through Alleppey's backwaters
- Discover wildlife at Periyar Sanctuary
Itinerary
- Day 1 Arrival at Kochi
- Day 2 At Kochi
- Day 3 Kochi - Marari (44 Kms / 1.30 Hrs)
- Day 4 Marari - Alleppey (20 Kms / 1 Hrs)
- Day 5 Alleppey - Periyar (115 Kms / 3 Hrs)
- Day 6 Periyar - Madurai (230 Kms / 6.30 Hrs)
- Day 7 At Madurai
- Day 8 Madurai - Rameshwaram (171 Kms / 3.30 Hrs)
- Day 9 Rameshwaram - Kanyakumari (310 Kms / 6 Hrs)
- Day 10 Kanyakumari - Kovalam (139 Kms / 4 Hrs)
- Day 11 At Kovalam
- Day 12 Kovalam - Trivandrum (18 Kms / 34 Min) and Departure
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
- Insurance
- Additional Services

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Number of tours
156
Age Range
1 to 80 years old
Response time
10 hours
Response rate
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- Overall RatingExcellent
- ItineraryExcellent
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- TransportExcellent
- AccommodationExcellent
- FoodExcellent
- AFAndrej· August 30th, 2025Wonderful culture of South Indian. The historical sights in Kochi and Madurai were impressive, and the peaceful backwaters in Alleppey were so amazing. Hotels were fantastic, each offering great comfort and local flair. The guides were engaging and knowledgeable, and the driver was always on time and polite. Our drives were made more enjoyable thanks to his smooth driving. I couldn’t have asked for a better experience.Show morePanda Experiences commented on this reviewDear Andrej, Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback about your South India Highlights Tour. We truly appreciate your insights, as they are valuable in helping us improve our services. Your experience matters to us, and we look forward to... Show moreTrip date: July 2025
- CTClara· August 30th, 2025Trip was well-planned and gave us the opportunity to explore diverse aspects of South India. I especially loved the visit to the Meenakshi Temple in Madurai, which was both majestic and awe-inspiring. Hotels were comfortable and had excellent service. Our guides were well-informed, and the driver was fantastic. It’s a great option for south India.Show morePanda Experiences commented on this reviewDear Clara, Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback about your South India Highlights Tour. We truly appreciate your insights, as they are valuable in helping us improve our services. Your experience matters to us, and we look forward to... Show moreTrip date: July 2025
- DPDel· August 1st, 2025Fantastic trip that perfectly run. We were captivated by the culture in Kochi, the peaceful beaches in Marari, and the backwaters of Alleppey. We love history and culture of South India. The hotels were good. The driver made our road trips comfortable and enjoyable. Highly recommend South India experience.Show morePanda Experiences commented on this reviewDear Del, Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback about your South India Highlights. We truly appreciate your insights, as they are valuable in helping us improve our services. Your experience matters to us, and we look forward to welcoming... Show moreTrip date: May 2025
- AFAva· August 1st, 2025The tour was everything I hoped about the India. The beautiful temples of Madurai were an absolute highlight. The hotel were fantastic and good service. Periyar was incredibly amazing. The driver ensured a smooth ride. I would recommend this tour to anyone who wants to visit South India.Show morePanda Experiences commented on this reviewDear Ava, Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback about your South India Highlights. We truly appreciate your insights, as they are valuable in helping us improve our services. Your experience matters to us, and we look forward to welcoming... Show moreTrip date: May 2025
- RPRadoslav· April 22nd, 2025Amazing experience through South India most historical. From the peaceful Marari to the lively streets of Madurai, each stop was memorable. The hotels were good. The guides were very knowledgeable, and our driver was excellent. This was one of the best tours I’ve ever taken. Highly recommended for South India.Show morePanda Experiences commented on this reviewDear Radoslav, Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback about your tour South India Highlights. We truly appreciate your insights, as they are valuable in helping us improve our services. Your experience matters to us, and we look forward to... Show moreTrip date: February 2025
- OFOlivia· April 22nd, 2025This tour just perfect. Stunning backwaters of Alleppey were highlights. The hotels were clean. A great experience from start to finish. Overall perfect.Show morePanda Experiences commented on this reviewDear Olivia, Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback about your tour South India Highlights. We truly appreciate your insights, as they are valuable in helping us improve our services. Your experience matters to us, and we look forward to... Show moreTrip date: February 2025
- SCStefan· April 22nd, 2025Perfect trip. I loved learning about the history of Kochi and Madurai. The trip to Rameshwaram was especially special. The hotels were clean and comfortable. Our driver was on time every day. This tour was well-organized and an unforgettable experience.Show morePanda Experiences commented on this reviewDear Stefan, Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback about your tour South India Highlights. We truly appreciate your insights, as they are valuable in helping us improve our services. Your experience matters to us, and we look forward to... Show moreTrip date: February 2025
- APAlina· April 22nd, 2025I had a great time on this tour. The temples in Madurai and the backwaters in Alleppey were highlights. The hotels were comfortable. Our guides were friendly and well-informed, and the driver ensured we were safe and comfortable throughout. I would definitely recommend this tour to anyone visiting this part of South India.Show morePanda Experiences commented on this reviewDear Alina, Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback about your tour South India Highlights. We truly appreciate your insights, as they are valuable in helping us improve our services. Your experience matters to us, and we look forward to... Show moreTrip date: February 2025
- LBLucas· April 22nd, 2025South India is full of culture and beauty, and this tour captured all of it perfectly. From the historic forts in Kochi to the holy temples in Madurai, I was in awe the whole time. The hotels were all comfortable, and the local guides were fantastic. Our driver was also amazing. A truly memorable experience of South India.Show morePanda Experiences commented on this reviewDear Lucas, Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback about your tour South India Highlights. We truly appreciate your insights, as they are valuable in helping us improve our services. Your experience matters to us, and we look forward to... Show moreTrip date: February 2025
- VFVictor· April 11th, 2025This was a great way to experience South India. The historical sites, especially in Madurai, were breathtaking. The hotels were all very comfortable, and we had great service throughout the trip. Our guide in Periyar was passionate about the wildlife and really brought the place to life. Highly recommended.Show morePanda Experiences commented on this reviewDear Victor, Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback about your South India Highlights Tour. We truly appreciate your insights, as they are valuable in helping us improve our services. Your experience matters to us, and we look forward to... Show moreTrip date: February 2025
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