Kulturrundreise Südindien



Alongside Kerala’s highlights, this private tour also takes you through Tamil Nadu’s green forests and cultural heritage. A sunset overlooking Kanyakumari Temple at India’s southernmost tip makes this a unique Indian experience.
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South India Cultural Tour – Standard Hotels
- 4 nights in standard hotels with breakfast
- Travel in air-conditioned vehicles or by tuk-tuk
- Kathakali show in Cochin
- Entrance fees to the sights
- Local English-speaking guides
- Airport transfer on arrival
- Transfer to TRV airport at the end of the tour, or alternatively to the Ayurveda hotel in the Trivandrum/Kovalam/Kollam/Alleppey region
Please note: The itinerary depends on your arrival time in Cochin and is subject to change.
Day 1: Cochin:
Meet and greet at Cochin airport, followed by a transfer to the hotel. In the afternoon, enjoy a city tour including Mattancherry Dutch Palace, the Jewish Synagogue, St. Francis Church and Santa Cruz Basilica. In the evening, watch a traditional Kathakali dance performance. Overnight in Cochin.
Day 2: Cochin – Periyar:
Travel to the Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary, known for its elephants and tigers. Take a boat trip on Periyar Lake. Overnight in Periyar.
Day 3: Periyar – Madurai (Tamil Nadu):
Travel to Madurai. Enjoy a guided city tour, visiting Thirumalai Nayak Palace and Sree Meenakshi Temple, followed by an evening temple ceremony. Overnight in Madurai.
Day 4: Madurai – Kanyakumari:
Travel to the southern tip of mainland India, where the Arabian Sea meets the Indian Ocean. Kanyakumari, home to India’s southernmost temple, is known for its spectacular sunrises and sunsets. Overnight in Kanyakumari.
Day 5: Kanyakumari – Kovalam:
Continue to Kovalam and your Ayurveda resort. En route, visit Suchindram Temple and Padmanabhapuram Palace. Alternatively, travel directly to Trivandrum airport.
Not included: personal expenses, such as tips, photography and filming permits, drinks and souvenirs.
Booking information
Christmas and New Year’s Eve surcharges are already included in the displayed price.
Note for your travel planning: If your onward stay is at an Ayurveda hotel in northern Kerala or further away, the final stop in Kanyakumari must be replaced with Munnar for organisational reasons.
South India Cultural Tour – Deluxe Hotels
- 4 nights in deluxe hotels with breakfast
- Travel in air-conditioned vehicles or by tuk-tuk
- Kathakali show in Cochin
- Entrance fees to the sights
- Local English-speaking guides
- Airport transfer on arrival
Transfer to TRV airport at the end of the tour, or alternatively to the Ayurveda hotel in the Trivandrum/Kovalam/Kollam/Alleppey region
Please note: The itinerary depends on your arrival time in Cochin and is subject to change.
Day 1: Cochin:
Meet and greet at Cochin airport, followed by a transfer to the hotel. In the afternoon, enjoy a city tour including Mattancherry Dutch Palace, the Jewish Synagogue, St. Francis Church and Santa Cruz Basilica. In the evening, watch a traditional Kathakali dance performance. Overnight in Cochin.
Day 2: Cochin – Periyar:
Travel to the Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary, known for its elephants and tigers. Take a boat trip on Periyar Lake. Overnight in Periyar.
Day 3: Periyar – Madurai (Tamil Nadu):
Travel to Madurai. Enjoy a guided city tour, visiting Thirumalai Nayak Palace and Sree Meenakshi Temple, followed by an evening temple ceremony. Overnight in Madurai.
Day 4: Madurai – Kanyakumari:
Travel to the southern tip of mainland India, where the Arabian Sea meets the Indian Ocean. Kanyakumari, home to India’s southernmost temple, is known for its spectacular sunrises and sunsets. Overnight in Kanyakumari.
Day 5: Kanyakumari – Kovalam:
Continue to Kovalam and your Ayurveda resort. En route, visit Suchindram Temple and Padmanabhapuram Palace. Alternatively, travel directly to Trivandrum airport.
Not included: personal expenses, such as tips, photography and filming permits, drinks and souvenirs.
Booking information
Christmas and New Year’s Eve surcharges are already included in the displayed price.
Note for your travel planning: If your onward stay is at an Ayurveda hotel in northern Kerala or further away, the final stop in Kanyakumari must be replaced with Munnar for organisational reasons.
Kulturrundreise Südindien in detail
Hotel
Day 1: Cochin
On arrival, you will be met at Cochin International Airport (COK) and transferred to your hotel. Founded in 1341, this picturesque port city stretches across islands and coastal promontories between the Arabian Sea and the backwaters. It was once an important stop on the trade route between Europe and China. In the afternoon, enjoy a city tour featuring Mattancherry Dutch Palace, the Jewish Synagogue, St. Francis Church and Santa Cruz Basilica. The tour reveals Cochin’s varied colonial history. In the evening, watch a traditional Kathakali dance performance. Overnight in Cochin.
Day 2: Cochin – Periyar
After breakfast, travel to the Periyar wildlife reserve, known for its elephants and tigers and established in 1973. Enjoy a boat trip on Periyar Lake. Overnight in Periyar.
Day 3: Periyar – Madurai (Tamil Nadu)
Travel to Madurai, a 2,500-year-old city laid out in the shape of a lotus. This modern, vibrant city has retained its rich traditions. Take a guided tour, visiting Thirumalai Nayak Palace and Sree Meenakshi Temple, followed by an evening temple ceremony. Overnight in Madurai.
Day 4: Madurai – Kanyakumari
Travel to the southern tip of mainland India, where the Arabian Sea meets the Indian Ocean. Kanyakumari, the southernmost temple in India, is also known as Cape Comorin and is famed for its spectacular sunrises and sunsets. Overnight in Kanyakumari.
Day 5: Kanyakumari – Kovalam
Continue to Kovalam and your Ayurveda resort. En route, visit Suchindram Temple and Padmanabhapuram Palace. Alternatively, travel directly to Thiruvananthapuram International Airport (TRV) (included).
Note:
The itinerary is subject to your arrival time in Cochin and may be changed.
Mattancherry Dutch Palace is closed on Fridays, and the Jewish Synagogue is closed on Saturdays.
Getting there
- Cochin International Airport (COK): approx. 45 km / 90 min
Additional information
Dogs not permitted.
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