SOUTH INDIA · INDIA
South India’s best days out.
The 15 most popular city tours in South India, gathered on one page. What each one is really like on the day, how long it runs, what it costs and who you book it through.
Private tuk-tuk tour of Fort Kochi and Mattancherry with hotel pickup: colonial churches, Chinese fishing nets, spice markets, Jewish Town.
Most Popular“It was a lovely experience. Asad was lovely and kind, and we had a great morning seeing some lovely parts of the city.”
Bengaluru in one day with an English-speaking guide, hotel pickup, a private car, included lunch, and key temples and palaces.
“It was really a memorable adventuring tour! My guide Diwakar is a kind, professional and knowledgeable tour guide, who brought me the knowledge about the pre-history of Bangalore city and shew me the most local side of the city. Our lunch was done in an authentically local restaurant by eating above the banana leaf, exclusively…”
A half-day walk through Bengaluru’s Tipu Sultan sites, KR Market flower-spice chaos, a South Indian dosa brunch, and silk/jewelry workshops.
“I had a great walking tour with Gladys. I was the only guest, and she was very flexible in customizing our visits to my interests. Tipu Sultan’s summer palace, the KR market, and the silk dyeing and weaving units, along with a delicious lunch, were highlights of the day. Gladys’ tour was a great way…”
Bangalore city tour with Lalbagh gardens, temples, Bangalore Palace, government sights, and KR Market food stops plus lunch and hotel pickup.
“A great overview of the history and culture of Bangalore. The tour was adjustable based on my personal preferences. We explored both historical sites (summer palace and Fort) as well as modern parks and markets.”
Private full-day Bangalore highlights tour with English guide, Lalbagh gardens, Nandi Bull Temple, Vidhana Soudha, ISKCON, Palace and lunch.
“This tour gives you a very good overview of the highlights of Bengaluru, with all his flavours and honking included. Our tourguide was a vey kind person, who did a very good job explaining what Bengalore stands for. Highly recommanded.”
Walk Hyderabad’s Old City past Charminar, Laad Bazaar, Mecca Masjid, and Chowmahalla, with included tickets, tea, and an expert guide.
“Lovely introduction to first visit to India and hyderabab. Kumar showed us all the back streets full of history, tuk tuks, motorbikes and happy people. Walked through the bazaar and had a lovely tea and biscuit break. We went late in afternRead more”
Kochi Old City tuk-tuk tour with a guide, sunset stop, and Kerala cultural shows plus martial arts. Pickup options.
“This trip is overpriced . Moreover it was written that this trip was inclusive of martial arts and cultural ( kathakali - traditional dance forn of kerala ) . However later it was found that these cultural shoes had to be extra paid to get entry...approx 500 rs per show extra. Hence there was breach…”
Private Chennai sights by car with guide and meals: Marina Beach, Fort St. George, temples, St Thomas relics, breakfast, and lunch.
“I had a wonderful day with my tour guide Nanda. He shared so much of his knowledge, i could learn a lot. For me it was a great overall experience. Would definitely recommend booking with Wonder Tours - thank you Rajesh!”
A 3–4 hour Madurai walk blending Meenakshi Temple darshan guidance, palace halls, and real market stops for $18.
“Great tour with a very professional guide. I’ve learned a lot not only about the temple, but also about religion and the history of Tamil Nadu!”
Vintage bicycle tour in Pondicherry’s French, Tamil, and Muslim neighborhoods, with guide, helmet, bike, and bottled water in about 2 hours.
“Very nice experience of riding through the streets of pondicherry covering white town, black town, temple, mosque and church, fish market, veg market. Manisha ma'am curated the places very well.”
4-hour private Hyderabad Old City tour with hotel pickup, tuk-tuk, Irani chai, and key sights like Charminar and Mecca Masjid.
“The guide never came as agreed. I called to the service, they said that they did not have a booking confirmation!! I had a clear confirmation in e-mail and the money was billed from credit card. It was the only possible time for me as I was on a hectic business trip so changing time…”
Private Kochi taxi tour with Fort Kochi churches, Chinese fishing nets, Jewish and Jain sites, spice stops, and LuLu Mall time for up to four.
“Sabu was a very knowledgeable guide and showed us two of the most memorable museums we have seen in India (and this is our fourth city visited). The Kerala Folklore Museum featured such a vast collection of wooden craft and antique oRead more”
Private Hyderabad city tour with AC transport, heritage guide, palace and fort tickets, and ethnic lunch at $55.38 per person.
“Excellent day with our guide Mr Ramana Murthy and driver Ramesh. Extremely knowledgeable guide with very good English and a professional, flexible and friendly attitude . Very nice Biriyani lunch, included in the tour price. Lots of sightseeing done in a very enjoyable and informative day.”
A private 8-hour Bangalore day trip packed with temples, parks, and palaces, plus hotel pickup and an English-speaking guide.
“Great experience! Peter and the driver were amazing. Took all of the stress out of seeing the city. Would recommend as a good way to experience Bengaluru.”
Walk Charminar, bangles bazaar, and Chowmahalla with a local guide, coffee/tea, and smart Old City navigation in Hyderabad.
“I did this walking tour on Sunday 20 October. We had a pickup from our hotel which was prompt and efficient. The guide Navin was super knowledgeable and his enthusiasm was infectious. We thoroughly enjoyed this tour and came away feeling like we had learnt quite a bit about Hyderabad. I would highly recommend this…”
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