3-Day Southern India Tour Packages

Insider tips: Recommended 3-day Southern India itineraries

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• 3 Day Karnataka Itinerary, incl. Bangalore and Nagarhole National Park

  Mysore Palace, Chamundi Hills, and Nagarhole National Park showcase South India's diverse attractions. The trip includes 2 nights at premium lodges and 3 wildlife safaris with expert naturalists.

  

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  • Day 1

    Bangalore to Mysore to Kabini (230 km)

    Leave Bangalore by 7 AM to beat the morning traffic. The drive to Mysore takes 4-5 hours. Visit Mysore Palace in the late morning when the lighting is perfect for photos and you'll find fewer tourists. Foreign visitors pay about $7 USD for entry. Head to Chamundi Hills in the afternoon. You can drive up in 20 minutes or walk the 1000 steps if you're feeling energetic. After seeing St. Philomena's Church, make your way to Kabini, about 1.5 hours from Mysore.

    
  • Day 2

    Nagarhole National Park Safaris

    Your morning safari starts at 6:30 AM. Wear neutral colors to blend in with the environment. Tigers and elephants are most active during these early hours. Take a break at your lodge during the hottest part of the day. The afternoon safari begins around 3:30 PM. Take binoculars to spot some of the park's 250+ bird species. If you're visiting during dry season (October-May), bring a light scarf to protect yourself from dust during the drives.

    
  • Day 3

    Final Safari and Return to Bangalore

    Start your day with one last dawn safari when wildlife activity peaks. After breakfast, start your 5-6 hour journey back to Bangalore. If you have a flight to catch, give yourself at least 3 hours to reach and get through the airport from Kabini.

    

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• 3-Day Private Tour: Chennai, Mahabalipuram, and Pondicherry

  The coastal circuit of Southern India spans 3 days through Chennai, Mahabalipuram, and Pondicherry. Starting from Marina Beach, visit Fort St. George before reaching UNESCO-listed Shore Temple and Pancha Rathas. The trip culminates in French-influenced Pondicherry, with stops at Aurobindo Ashram and Matrimandir in Auroville.

  

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  • Chennai (Madras) India

    30 mi

  • Mahabalipuram India

    55 mi

  • Puducherry India

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• Badami Bound: Heritage Escapade from Goa

  A 500km round-trip from Goa to Badami showcases the UNESCO World Heritage Pattadakal complex and ancient cave temples. Two nights at Badami Court, with expert guiding and daily breakfast costs approx. $140 per day.

  

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  • Goa India

    142 mi

  • Badami India

    142 mi

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