SOUTH INDIA · INDIA
South India’s best days out.
The 15 most popular guided 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 Kochi tuk-tuk tour with hotel pickup, Fort Kochi sights, spice market, Dutch Palace, and churches plus a local guide.
Most Popular“Great way to see the area and it inluded a couple of spots we did not expect like the Ginger women's co-op. Also like that our tuk tuk was electric.”
See old and modern Bengaluru in one packed day with a small group, hotel pickup, temple and market stops, and a traditional MTR lunch.
“I’ve been to Bangalore a number of times, but always for work. For the most part, has been a lot of hotel to office, office back to hotel, traffic and sites mainly from the lengthy Uber rides on Outer Ring Road. I honestly thought I “understood” tRead more”
Bengaluru in one day with an English-speaking guide, hotel pickup, a private car, included lunch, and key temples and palaces.
“I was working in Bengaluru and wanted to see some of the city. I booked this tour for myself, a solo female traveler. The tour was great and I was able to see many of the city highlights in just one day. I would definitely recommend this tour.”
Chennai in a day by private car with an English guide: Kapaleeshwarar Temple, Ramakrishna Math, San Thome, Fort St George, Marina Beach, and lunch.
“A wonderful day exploring Chennai, despite heavy rain. Friendly & knowledgeable guide, skillful driver, comfortable vehicle. We visited & learned about temples, churches, forts, beaches, and other sites. Highly recommended!”
Fort Kochi and Mattancherry heritage walk with Chinese fishing nets, churches, Dutch cemetery, palace, Jewish sites, and spice market.
“Our tour guide Biju was so lovely and extremely knowledgeable about history, arts, culture and every day life in kochi. He made the trip very comfortable as we did struggle with the afternoon heat! We learnt so much and really felt like we experienced kochi and its vibrancy. Thankyou! :)”
Kochi highlights in one day: Kochi Castle, Makino Botanical Garden, Hirome Ichiba and Chikurinji Temple with a local English guide.
“We had a wonderful tour with our guide Kanuka (Kay). Kay was very knowledgeable. The Makino botanical gardens were spectacular and Chikurin-ji Temple and Kochi Castle are not to be missed.”
Private Chennai-to-Mahabalipuram day trip by car with guide, included entrances, and lunch, covering Pallava rock temples and Shore Temple.
“We were a gang of about 23 fifty year old parents who wanted to do something in Chennai together.”
Private Kochi tuk-tuk tour with cruise pickup for Chinese fishing nets, churches, Dutch cemetery, spice stops, and synagogues in 4–5 hours.
“We really enjoyed our tuk tuk guided tour of Kochi.Our drivers Azad,Aslam and Prasad were excellent and looked after us very well.We were met outside the port terminal and taken to the city’s key landmarks including the Chinese fishing nets,lRead more”
Bangalore to Mysore in 12 hours: Mysore Palace, Tipu’s Summer Palace, Bailey Dungeon, lunch and guide, with optional Somnathpur temple.
2-hour guided walking tour in Trivandrum’s fort area, from East Fort to Sree Padmanabhaswamy Temple and royal museums for $14.
A 2-hour Chennai walking tour starting at Kapaleeshwarar Temple, mixing temples, church, coffee, and sea views with English/Hindi guides.
A 2-hour Sowcarpet street food walk in Chennai with a guide, from murukku sandwiches and Kesar lassi to jalebi and vada pav.
“Neeshanth was truly an amazing guide who was so lovely to spend time with. He is incredibly knowledge about the area and food we were eating. The food was also wonderful. Would recommend to any trying to get an authentic view of Chennai.”
Private Chennai sights by car with guide and meals: Marina Beach, Fort St. George, temples, St Thomas relics, breakfast, and lunch.
“Comfortable travelling”
Private Fort Kochi tuk-tuk tour with a local guide, quick stops at major landmarks, good photo help, and admissions covered for many sites.
“Jalish took me around Kumbalangi and Mattancherry and was extremely kind! He took me around, explained things and also gave great suggestions for Fort Kochi and around. When you're in Fort Kochi, give Jalish a chance to take you around and you won't regret it!”
Private Kochi to Munnar day tour with hotel pickup, AC comfort, waterfalls, spice and tea stops, plus free-entry sights.
“very nice tour friendly guide really helpful”
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