83 Southern India holidays found
Kerala homestay tour, India
Stay in homestays in various destinations in Kerala
From £1,635 15 days ex flights
Tailor made:
This trip can be tailor made to suit your dates, budget and requirements
Southern India 15 day tour
An exciting mix of the best that South India has to offer.
From £1,858 15 days ex flights
Tailor made:
Everything is tweak-able, giving you the freedom to build a unique and personal trip for your chosen date. Upgrade your accommodation for all - or just part - of your trip, slow down the pace with few extra nights here and there or add a few more active adventures along the way.
Book by 30th June with a £150 deposit for September and October departures. This private trip is tailormade to suit the experiences you want and can start on any date.
Kerala luxury holiday, India
See inside Kerala with a touch of luxury
From £1,788 12 days ex flights
Tailor made:
This trip can be tailor made at a time to suit you and adapted to suit your budget and requirements
Kerala luxury holiday
Kerala at a relaxed pace
From £2,382 14 days ex flights
Tailor made:
This trip can be tailor made to suit your dates, budget and requirements
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Kayaking in the Keralan Backwaters
Experience local life kayaking through Kerala backwaters .
From US $540 5 days ex flights
Tailor made:
This trip can be tailormade at a time to suit you and can be adapted to suit your interests, budget and requirements as necessary.
Southern India small group holiday
Discover the two southern most states of India
From £1,799 to £2,499 15 days inc UK flights
Small group travel:
2018: 18 Aug, 20 Oct, 3 Nov, 17 Nov, 15 Dec, 29 Dec
2019: 5 Jan, 12 Jan, 26 Jan, 23 Feb, 2 Mar, 17 Aug, 5 Oct, 19 Oct, 2 Nov, 16 Nov, 14 Dec, 28 Dec
2019: 5 Jan, 12 Jan, 26 Jan, 23 Feb, 2 Mar, 17 Aug, 5 Oct, 19 Oct, 2 Nov, 16 Nov, 14 Dec, 28 Dec
Late availability on these dates: 18 Aug
South India small group tour
Beautiful cities, colonial hill stations & colourful temples
From £2,379 to £2,969 21 days inc UK flights
Small group travel:
2018: 6 Oct, 10 Nov, 15 Dec, 29 Dec
2019: 5 Jan, 12 Jan, 19 Jan, 9 Feb, 16 Feb, 23 Feb, 9 Mar, 16 Mar, 6 Apr, 19 Oct, 26 Oct, 9 Nov, 16 Nov, 14 Dec, 28 Dec
2019: 5 Jan, 12 Jan, 19 Jan, 9 Feb, 16 Feb, 23 Feb, 9 Mar, 16 Mar, 6 Apr, 19 Oct, 26 Oct, 9 Nov, 16 Nov, 14 Dec, 28 Dec
South Indian food tour, Kerala
Food & culture of Kerala
From £1,575 16 days ex flights
Tailor made:
This trip can be tailormade at a time to suit you and adapted to suit your budget and requirements
Southern India tour
Enter a world where time feels like it has stood still forever
From £680 to £899 14 days ex flights
Small group travel:
Weekly Sunday departures throughout the year.
South India & Kerala holiday
Mysore Palace village stay Kerala Backwaters
From £1,065£958 to £1,205 15 days ex flights
Small group travel:
Departs Fridays and selected Tuesdays throughout the year
Up to £110 off. Late availability on these dates: 14 Sep, 21 Sep, 28 Sep
South India tour, Trivandrum to Goa
Head to the beaches and backwaters of southern India.
From £810£729 to £920 16 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2018: 20 Jul, 27 Jul, 10 Aug, 31 Aug, 12 Sep, 14 Sep, 21 Sep, 28 Sep, 5 Oct, 19 Oct, 26 Oct, 31 Oct, 2 Nov, 9 Nov, 14 Nov, 16 Nov, 28 Nov, 30 Nov, 7 Dec, 14 Dec, 19 Dec, 21 Dec, 23 Dec, 26 Dec, 30 Dec
2019: 4 Jan, 9 Jan, 11 Jan, 15 Jan, 18 Jan, 25 Jan, 30 Jan, 1 Feb, 6 Feb, 8 Feb, 13 Feb, 15 Feb, 22 Feb, 1 Mar, 8 Mar, 15 Mar, 22 Mar, 5 Apr, 12 Apr, 19 Apr, 3 May, 14 Jun, 5 Jul, 12 Jul, 19 Jul, 26 Jul, 2 Aug, 9 Aug, 16 Aug ...
2019: 4 Jan, 9 Jan, 11 Jan, 15 Jan, 18 Jan, 25 Jan, 30 Jan, 1 Feb, 6 Feb, 8 Feb, 13 Feb, 15 Feb, 22 Feb, 1 Mar, 8 Mar, 15 Mar, 22 Mar, 5 Apr, 12 Apr, 19 Apr, 3 May, 14 Jun, 5 Jul, 12 Jul, 19 Jul, 26 Jul, 2 Aug, 9 Aug, 16 Aug ...
Up to £80 off. Late availability on these dates: 20 Jul, 27 Jul, 10 Aug, 31 Aug, 12 Sep, 14 Sep, 21 Sep, 28 Sep
Kerala tailor made holiday
Discover Kerala, God's Own Country
From £700 to £800 10 days ex flights
Tailor made:
This trip can be tailormade throughout the year and can be adapted to suit your requirements for 2 to 12 people. This tour can be taken anytime
£50 off per person on all tours taken until 30th June 2018
South India by rail holiday
Rail trip visiting Kerala and Tamil Nadu
From £2,198 19 days ex flights
Tailor made:
This trip can be tailor made to suit your dates and requirements.
History, culture & wildlife of India holiday
From the Nilgiri Hills to the beaches of Goa
From £1,336 15 days ex flights
Tailor made:
This trip can be tailor made at a time to suit you and can be adapted to suit your interests, budget and requirements as necessary
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Kerala small group tour, India, 15 days
Small group tour exploring the best of South India.
From £1,640 15 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2018: 23 Jun, 7 Jul, 21 Jul, 4 Aug, 18 Aug, 1 Sep, 15 Sep, 29 Sep, 13 Oct, 27 Oct, 10 Nov, 24 Nov, 8 Dec, 22 Dec
2019: 5 Jan
2019: 5 Jan
Kolkata to Kochi rail tour, India
Travel northeast to southeast India spotting innumerable beautiful sights along the way
From £2,349 to £2,779 33 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2018: 15 Oct, 22 Oct, 26 Nov
2019: 7 Jan, 21 Jan, 11 Feb, 2 Sep, 9 Sep, 23 Sep, 21 Oct, 25 Nov
2019: 7 Jan, 21 Jan, 11 Feb, 2 Sep, 9 Sep, 23 Sep, 21 Oct, 25 Nov
Southern India and Karnataka rail tour
Take the train from Goa to Kochi via Karnataka and see the breathtaking ruins of Hampi
From £560 to £769 10 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2018: 19 Sep, 3 Oct, 17 Oct, 24 Oct, 7 Nov, 14 Nov, 21 Nov, 12 Dec, 19 Dec
2019: 16 Jan, 30 Jan, 13 Feb, 20 Feb, 6 Mar, 20 Mar, 10 Apr, 17 Apr, 1 May, 22 May, 18 Sep, 25 Sep, 2 Oct, 16 Oct, 23 Oct, 6 Nov, 13 Nov, 20 Nov, 11 Dec, 18 Dec
2019: 16 Jan, 30 Jan, 13 Feb, 20 Feb, 6 Mar, 20 Mar, 10 Apr, 17 Apr, 1 May, 22 May, 18 Sep, 25 Sep, 2 Oct, 16 Oct, 23 Oct, 6 Nov, 13 Nov, 20 Nov, 11 Dec, 18 Dec
South India cycling tour, coast to coast
Journey across South India's geographical & cultural landscapes
From US $1,900 14 days ex flights
Tailor made:
This trip can be tailor made throughout the year to suit your requirements
Kerala walking, culture & wildlife holiday, India
‘Feel’ the place through people, experiences and local food
From £1,450 15 days ex flights
Tailor made:
This trip can be tailor made throughout the year to suit your requirements
Kerala & Tamil Nadu holiday, hidden gems of India
An exclusive holiday for people who love nature.
From £2,790 15 days ex flights
Tailor made:
This trip can be booked at any time and tailor made to suit your requirements
Kerala walking holiday in India
Walk through beautiful hills and tea plantations
From £2,249 to £2,799 16 days inc UK flights
Small group travel:
2018: 3 Nov, 10 Nov, 15 Dec, 29 Dec
2019: 12 Jan, 2 Feb, 16 Feb, 2 Mar, 16 Mar, 6 Apr, 26 Oct, 16 Nov, 14 Dec, 28 Dec
2019: 12 Jan, 2 Feb, 16 Feb, 2 Mar, 16 Mar, 6 Apr, 26 Oct, 16 Nov, 14 Dec, 28 Dec
Kerala houseboat holiday, India
Cruise along the backwaters of Kerala
From £980 7 days ex flights
Tailor made
Kerala Hike, bike & kayak in India
Cycling, hiking & kayaking through Kerala countryside
From US $1,700 13 days ex flights
Tailor made:
This trip can also be tailor-made to suit your interests, time schedules and budget requirements. Minimum age 12 years.
North Kerala tailor made holidays
Uncover the rich culture of northern Kerala
From £1,400 13 days ex flights
Tailor made:
This trip can be tailormade from April - October and can be adapted to suit your interests, budget and requirements as necessary
Rural cycling tours in South India
The perfect way to cycle in rural Keralan countryside.
From US $980 8 days ex flights
Tailor made:
This trip can be tailor made throughout the year to suit your requirements
Walking and cycling holiday in Kerala, India
Walking and cycling through rain forests and grasslands.
From £630 8 days ex flights
Tailor made:
This trip can also be tailor-made to suit your interests, time schedules and budget requirements.
Kerala homestay tours
See Kerala from a different perspective
From £400 to £510 8 days ex flights
Tailor made:
Departures can be tailor made to suit your requirements
£50 off per person on all tours taken until 30th June 2018
Kerala family activity holiday, India
Discover lush green forests & magical Kerala backwaters
From £1,050 15 days ex flights
Tailor made:
This trip can be tailor-made to suit your interests, time schedules and budget requirements.
South India holiday
Tour the ancient trading cities and towns
From £1,851 15 days ex flights
Tailor made:
This trip can be tailormade at a time to suit you and can be adapted to suit your interests, budget and requirements as necessary
Southern India tour, temples & nature
Tour from Coimbatore to Bangalore via Mysore
From £494 6 days ex flights
Tailor made:
This trip can be tailormade at a time to suit you and can be adapted to suit your interests, budget and requirements as necessary
From
£2,198
excluding flights
Everything went extremely smoothly. The drivers were all very helpful. Our tour operator couldn't have been more helpful. (more)David Evans
The diversity between the different hotels/resorts/homestays. We were excited over a lot of things, cultural, historical places and the people we met. The
mix between interesting places and relaxing places. (more)Gustav Jagner
We very much enjoyed this holiday, completely met and often exceeded our expectations. (more)Carole Noble
From
£1,635
excluding flights
The backwaters cruise and birding at Thattekad was the most memorable. Excellent. Our tour operator was very helpful. (more)Richard Greenwood
We have many happy memories , the most memorable part was the 2 night stay on the Houseboat and the fantastic scenery/river activity, plus our stay at
Dewalokum Retreat, Kodikulam. (more)Lee Mullins
Our driver, Sanil, was always abreast of our itinerary, enormously
helpful, punctual and friendly. He made an enormous difference to our holiday. (more)Bridget Taylor
From
£1,336
excluding flights
Probably the most exciting thing was seeing two tigers (on separate visits - one on the boat safari and one on a land safari) in Nagarhole National Park - astonishing. But equally memorable was the temple tour in Madurai - it felt a privilege to visit when so many pilgrims were also worshipping at the temple. (more)Lynn Crowe
My stay at the Wild Mahseer in Assam was very special. Great hospitality, beautiful lodgings and interesting environmental projects. (more)Liz Mcmanus
I have told the holiday provider that they do a great job . (more)Joel Montague
From
£2,382
excluding flights
Everyone was friendly, helpful and went out of their way to make sure we had a holiday of a lifetime. The itinerary was prefect for an introduction to Kerala; the accommodation was superb, the food delicious and all activities were interesting and worthwhile. (more)Kate Bulloch
Seeing a herd of wild elephants up close and the tea plantations was the most memorable. (more)Trish Butler
We enjoyed it as a whole experience. We loved the countryside, the vistas, and particularly the variety of birds we saw. Fort Kochi was a contrast -bustling, colourful and quirky with the peace and tranquillity of Munnar and then the backwaters. (more)Sue Rice
From
£1,788
excluding flights
Memorable parts?
The homestays were particularly enjoyable, allowing us some insight into everyday life in a way that can be difficult to experience as a tourist. Our hosts were warm, genuine, entertaining and thoughtful people who put a great deal of effort into ensuring that we got the best from our trip. It felt very sad each time we had to move on! Also, Keralan food is wonderful, though 3 home cooked meals a day can have a serious impact on your waistline (perhaps we should have refused... (more)Liz Livingstone
From
£1,858
excluding flights
There were several memorable parts to our holiday, 24 hours on the boat in the Kerala backwaters, a couple of days in the hills surrounded by beautiful tea fields, a cycle rickshaw tour of a city and two days in a bungalow on the shore of the Arabian Sea to name a few. (more)Sheila Thomas
The most memorable was meeting great people. A great holiday thanks to India and its wonderful people. (more)Germaine Hughes
From
£680
excluding flights
Memorable parts?
The whole holiday was fabulous but I loved the homestay in Kerala the best!
Tips?
Pack light as there is lots of travelling and be prepared for some long days on the road well worth it.
Local benefits?
Yes. The company used locally owned hotels and transport.
Overall rating?
Brilliant! (more)Eileen Durward
From
£2,499
including UK flights
From
£1,400
excluding flights
Memorable parts?
We traveled as a family and moved every couple of days so ever day brought something new and was memorable. What was exciting about this holiday was learning about other cultures and meeting people living in a variety of different ways. But as a family, the favorite experience was riding an elephant.
Tips?
Take plenty of hand sanitiser for when you are out and about and some toilet rolls too. Food is very cheap, eat out! Don't eat at the Sandesh Prince hotel in... (more)Gentian Bolt
From
£1,450
excluding flights
Memorable parts?
There are so many very special moments, but we feel that this holiday enabled us to become involved with local people and their culture that we couldn't have achieved independently. We also enjoyed the combination of nature, wildlife and city attractions.
Tips?
This tour offered so much more in reality than can be described in a brochure.
Local benefits?
Certainly we interacted and used local people as much as possible.
Overall rating?
Excellent, all... (more)Amanda Eley
From
US $1,900
excluding flights
Memorable parts?
The experience of cycling through rural India, meeting and reacting with the local people. Even a local police sergeant bought us all breakfast when we met him one morning.
Tips?
A reasonable standard of fitness is required. We were a group of 9 men with ages ranging from 54yrs to 67yrs. Take a good pair of padded cycle shorts.
Local benefits?
We stayed at lovely boutique hotels and staff were employed from the local area.
Also used local roadside stalls for... (more)Bob Stunt
From
£1,640
excluding flights
From
£1,050
excluding flights
There are so many great memories of the holiday, that will live long in the memory. In no particular order: The smile on the face of my daughter as the helped wash an elephant in the river, the scenery around Munnar was beautiful,
the homestay at Dewalokam was just great - jumping and swimming in the river... (more)Philip Hesketh
An amazing, unforgettable experience allowing us to see the natural side of Kerala and keep us constantly entertained. (more)Rachel Gatehouse
A brilliant first time experience of India for a family. Safe but still experiencing the full life of India. (more)Sarah Griffin
From
£980
excluding flights
The houseboats in Kerala was my highlight. (more)Jan Broderick
Every aspect of our trip was memorable and it is impossible to select one particular feature that stands out. We particularly appreciated the houseboat in traditional style... (more)David Graham
All of it. Every day was a new adventure. From the excellent food to the beautiful scenery and friendly helpful crew. (more)Fran Griffin
From
US $850
excluding flights
From
US $1,700
excluding flights
It is impossible to point out one most exciting part of the three week long stay in Kerala. Cycling, trekking, kayaking, smelling and tasting, it was all very good. It was a very good holiday. (more)Laima Tikuisiene
Having a varied programme with a mixture of activities (kayaking, swimming, hiking and cycling) interspersed with fantastic scenery and wildlife and very friendly and informative staff was the best part. A wonderful family orientated holiday, with fun activities, beautiful countryside, helpful staff and excellent food. (more)Dinah Perry
It surpassed our expectations. The best parts were Cycling through villages, with all the children running out to greet us, and giving us "high 5's"as we passed through - Standing on top of the 2nd highest mountain in South India, having just trekked to the top. Staying for the night on a rice boat... (more)janice eastman
From
£2,249
including UK flights
From the moment we arrived in Cochin to the moment we left every second was memorable. Five stars all the way. (more)Lisa Brollo
The trekking and the temple in Madurai was the most memorable. (more)Erika Bühler
The trek and camping experience particularly wonderful. Visiting a school in Silent Valley. The houseboat excursion. Staying in Munnar. Wandering the tea
plantations. A tour of Abraham's beautiful Spice Garden... (more)Dinah Wood
From
£494
excluding flights
From
£1,851
excluding flights
All of our trip was a real delight. Highlights were the temples at Mahabalipuram and Madurai, the backwaters of Kerala and Nagarhole wildlife park. (more)Isobel Gowan
Wonderful interactions with fascinating local people, including story-teller guides, a classical dancer, a maker of beautiful bronze statues of gods from a prestigious family of temple bronze makers, an English literature student-guide in the Kerala backwaters... (more)Eliza Migdal
Most memorable was not a specific place or activity, but instead having the opportunity to meet a variety of people in southern India and getting a better
understanding of south India's culture and daily living conditions. (more)Bill Macheel
From
£630
excluding flights
Hiking was amazing, gorgeous scenery and we were well looked after by our guide. (more)Collette Lyons
We loved our 8 day experience and our guide was brilliant...caring, thoughtful, adapted to our needs...made our experience in Kerala
exceedingly pleasurable. (more)Liz Huelin
Most memorable was trekking through tea estates and then climbing to mountain tops to see the vast landscape revived our spirits. (more)Des Jarrett
From
£700
excluding flights
This holiday was absolutely fantastic in every way. Possibly the best family holiday that we have ever had. (more)Louise Hoult
The whole holiday was truly memorable and exceeded expectations from beginning to end. (more)Mary Richards
Visiting around Munnar with time to see nature and lots of bird life, made more memorable as we had a knowledgeable driver who showed us many birds. The Kathakali Dance event in Cochi gave an interesting insight into the historical parts of the area and was well worth seeing all the make up as well as the dancing. (more)Andrew Patrick
From
US $540
excluding flights
The highlight was kayaking through quiet backwaters as local people started their day. Amazing food at really nice homestays. Getting to see rural and village life up close. (more)Immanuel Lanzaderas
Fantastic. One of the best holidays we have been on. Very well organised by Thomas who runs the operator we travelled with (more)Aileen Taylor
The overnight on the houseboat was magical and a perfect point half way to recharge after hiking and biking and before kayaking. (more)Scott and San
From
Rupee3,500
per room per night
The most memorable part of my vacation was Munnar. The homestay in Munnar was absolutely beautiful and breathtaking. (more)Sayali Mahashabde
We spent 3 weeks here,and loved every day of it. I can only discibe it as heaven.
3 weeks was not long enough. (more)Stanley Hammant
"Very good indeed. No fuss, no over ambitious expectations, just a beautiful place, kind people and time to chill. I can recommend it." (more)Gail Boardman
From
US $1,360
excluding flights
The tea plantations are photogenic in a very special way: so impossibly green in the sun. Walking in the forests near Periyar was like being in heaven: in the shade, beautiful birds, no other people around and with a knowledgeable and enthusiastic guide. (more)Christopher Smith
The holiday could not have gone any smoother and our thanks to Thomas for recommending the wonderful Graman Homestay for a break before our bird watching trip began. We more or less just sat in the garden and relaxed whilst Jos and his wife looked after us and gave us some wonderful food. Different Kerala dishes every day.
(more)Christopher Wyeth
Many memorable parts - wonderful bird watching trips, cycling in the backwaters, relaxing and enjoying the Keralan food and scenery. (more)Moyra Williams
