Classic South India

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  • No booking fees
  • duration 8 days
  • tour type Small group
  • age requirement 10-99 yrs
  • max group size 15
  • guiding method Fully guided
  • Tour Code BM-33162
  • Footprint Carbonneutral CO2 emissions resulting from all trips on Bookmundi will be offset via investments in carbon reduction projects.
  • Operated in French, English
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  • Starts Kochi, India
  • Ends Kochi, India
HIGHLIGHTS Download trip notes
  • Kochi: One of the most beautiful natural harbours on the Arabian Sea, it has been a stopover for foreign traders for centuries. Its cosmopolitan character is reflected in its varied architecture.
  • Kumarakom: A paradise for birdwatchers, this lake region contains some breath-taking natural landscapes.
  • Periyar: A region renowned for its exotic spices and elephants.
  • Madurai: A huge temple city with countless interesting buildings to contemplate.
  • Munnar: A former resort for the British elite, it is surrounded by hills dotted with tea plantations established at the end of the 19th century.
The Classic South India tour starts and ends in Kochi. The Classic South India is an active and outdoor tour that takes 8 days taking you from Kochi, India and through other destinations in Asia.

During eight unforgettable days, discover Tamil Nadu and its magnificent temples. Kerala was listed by National Geographic Traveller as one of the top ten paradises in the world, famous for its Eco-tourism and beautiful backwaters. This blend of culture and tradition, combined with its unique landscapes, invites you to the heart of Dravidian India, lush and colourful.
ITINERARY Expand All
  • Day 1: Arrival Kochi
  • Day 2: Kochi – Backwaters – Kumarakom (90 Km - 3 Hrs)
  • Day 3: Kumarakom – Periyar (115 Km - 4 Hrs)
  • Day 4: Periyar – Madurai (150 Km - 4 Hrs)
  • Day 5: Madurai – Munnar (155 Km - 5 Hrs)
  • Day 6: Munnar
  • Day 7: Munnar – Kochi (135 Km - 4 Hrs)
  • Day 8: Departure Kochi (55 Kms - 1 Hrs)
WHAT'S INCLUDED
Accommodation
  • Standard Hotel Category = Abad Whispering Palms or similar 3*
  • Standard Hotel Category = Elephant Court or similar 3*
  • Standard Hotel Category = JC Residency Hotel or similar 3*
  • Standard Hotel Category = Abad Copper castle or similar 3*
  • 7 Nights' accommodation
Meals
  • Standard Hotel Category = The Waterfront Hotel or similar 3*
  • 7 Breakfast
Transport
  • Air-conditioned shared transportation throughout the tour on a shared basis
  • Inbound/outbound shared airport transfers from Kochi International Airport
Guide
  • Operated with English or French speaking accompanied guide
Others
  • All monuments as indicated in itinerary: Allepey boat ride (day 2); Periyar National Park, Old market and Kalaripayattu show (traditional martial art performance) on day 3; City tour of Madurai (day 4); sightseeing tour of Kochi (Tirumalai Nayak Palace & Menakshi Temple at Madurai, Dutch Palace, Jewish Synagogue, Church of San Francis ) and Kathalaki dance show (on day 7)
  • Meet & Greet
WHAT'S EXCLUDED
  • Expenditures of a personal nature, drinks and meals if not stated explicitly in the programme
  • Optional excursions (including those recommended/suggested) in the itinerary
  • Any airfare, airport taxes, supplements for which are quoted separately if applicable
  • Tips to drivers, local guides, and hotel staff
  • Indian tourist visa fees
  • Any service not listed above
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CANCELLATION

No additional cancellation fees apply for this Classic South India tour. You can cancel the tour up to 35 days prior departure and avoid paying the full amount, but your deposit paid is non-refundable. No refund applies for cancellations within 34 days of departure.

Payment

For any tour departures within 01 May 2024, full payment is required. For tours that depart later than 01 May 2024, a deposit of 25% is required to confirm this tour, and the remaining balance will be charged 34 days before trip departure.

Travel Insurance

Classic South India tour requires that you have adequate and valid travel insurance covering medical and personal accidents, including repatriation costs and emergency evacuation. World Nomads offers travel insurance for independent travelers and intrepid families.

Visa

For this Classic South India tour getting the required visa(s) is the responsibility for each individual traveller, as visa requirements vary depending on your nationality. We recommend to check with your local embassies representing the countries that you are traveling to, as part of this itinerary.

COVID-19 Safety Measures

This trip incorporates the following COVID-19 measures:

  • This tour has implemented smaller group sizes than normal, allowing for more personal space on the vehicles, sights visited, hotels and restaurants.
  • Hygiene protocols have been adopted on this trip. Wearing a mask, hand washing and general sanitizing has been implemented on this tour. Frequently touched surfaces are furthermore regularly disinfected.
  • Distancing measures have been implemented to safeguard against COVID-19.
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