From temples to spice plantations and express trains, this two-week journey through India's south is a true adventure
  • Walk Chennai's Mylapore quarter, visiting Kapaleeshwar Hindu Temple and Luz Church
  • Stroll Puducherry's French Quarters and visit Sri Aurobindo Ashram
  • Visit Srirangam's vast Vishnu temple and river ghats at Amma Mandapam
  • Sail Kerala's palm-lined backwaters aboard a traditional houseboat
  • Explore Kochi's Mattancherry Palace, Jewish synagogue and Chinese fishing nets
  • Ride the Nilgiri toy train through forested hills to Ooty
  • Look for elephants, deer and birds in Bandipur National Park
  • Explore Mamallapuram's Shore Temple and Arjuna's Penance rock carvings
Stay in well-located properties, including Grand Chennai by GRT Hotels, Hotel Atithi, Regency Madurai by GRT Hotels, Abad Green Forest, Hotel Casino in Kochi, and Hotel Mamalla Heritage. Enjoy a simple, comfortable Kerala houseboat with en-suite rooms and night-time air conditioning, plus a wildlife lodge stay at Bandipur.