Monday to Friday, 9am-4:30pm NZST for pre-arranged appointments + 24/7 Urgent Travel Support.

South India Highlights

Trip Type: Explorer

9 Days
| 1 - 12 People

Starts From:

NZD $2,480.00 /Person
Journey through South India on a nine-day adventure from Goa to Kochi. Begin in Goa, where you’ll visit the Basilica of Bom Jesus and …
South India Highlights

Journey through South India on a nine-day adventure from Goa to Kochi. Begin in Goa, where you’ll visit the Basilica of Bom Jesus and Se Cathedral. Then, discover Hampi's UNESCO World Heritage Sites then, maybe hike Anjanadri Hill to catch the sunset over the surrounding ancient ruins. Learn about the region’s farming culture on your visit to Chikkamagaluru's coffee plantations before travelling to Nileshwar where you’ll cruise the interconnected network of Kerala’s Backwaters on a traditional houseboat. Catch an overnight train to Kochi and spend your final night sharing a Kochi-style meal with a local family in their home as you learn about local life.

Itinerary

Day 1: Goa

Day 2: Goa

Day 3: Hampi

Day 4: Hampi

Day 5: Chikkamagaluru

Day 6: Nileshwar

Day 7: Nileshwar

Day 8: Kochi

Day 9: Kochi

Trip Inclusions

Meals

1 breakfasts and 1 dinners are included

Transport

Boat, Overnight sleeper train, Private vehicle

Accomodation

Hotel (7 nights), Overnight sleeper train (1 night)

Included Activities

  • Goa - Spice plantation visit
  • Goa - Old Goa guided tour
  • Hampi - Full day sightseeing tour
  • Chikkamagaluru - Coffee plantation walk
  • Nileshwar - Kerala Backwaters cruise
  • Nileshwar - Village walking tour
  • Kochi - Home cooked dinner
  • Kochi - Kathakali dance performance
  • Kochi - Fort Kochi walking tour
Trip Highlights
  • Explore Hampi’s UNESCO World Heritage Sites where ancient ruins and carved stonework reveal the grandeur of the Vijayanagara Empire.
  • Hike Anjandari Hill – the birthplace of Lord Hanuman and watch the sunset over the Tungabhadra River and Hampi’s ancient ruin.
  • Learn about hill station farming traditions in Karnataka on a visit to Chikmagaluru's coffee plantations. Walk through the estate and discover the rich history of India’s coffee culture from local growers.
  • Cruise the Kerala Backwaters on a traditional houseboat. Float past palm-lined canals and quiet villages while enjoying a Kerala meal and learning about the region’s network of waterways, originally used for the transportation of goods.
  • Share a traditional Kochi dinner with a welcoming local family in their homes. Enjoy authentic flavours and conversations as you gain insight into the daily lives of the people of Kerala.
Dates & Availability

Departing

Finishing

Availability

Provided by
Intrepid
Reference Code: HHSG
Trip Location
Trip Starts: Goa, India
Trip Ends: Kochi, India
Countries Visited: India

Booking Enquiry

Destination Details

India
| 9 Days
| 1 - 12 People