Discover South India from Kerala’s tranquil backwaters to vibrant temple towns and Goa’s golden coast on a leader-led adventure with ample free time.
  • Explore Varkala’s cliff-backed beaches on the Keralan coast.
  • Sail Kerala’s backwaters by pole boat among canals and paddies.
  • Explore Fort Kochi’s seaside lanes, Jewish quarter and Dutch Palace.
  • Visit a Periyar spice plantation perfumed with cardamom and pepper.
  • Discover Mysore Palace’s ornate halls on a city walk.
  • Visit Madurai’s Sri Meenakshi Temple’s labyrinthine corridors and shrines.
  • Explore Hampi’s boulder-strewn ruins of the Vijayanagar Empire.
  • Walk Goa’s golden beaches and explore Portuguese-influenced streets.
Accommodation is a mix of simple hotels and resorts, a backwaters village guesthouse/homestay, and several overnight sleeper trains (2AC/3AC). Expect some basic rooms, occasional shared cold-water bathrooms, mixed air-conditioning, peak-time hot showers, and intermittent power. Bedding is provided on trains; toilets are located at carriage ends.