Southern India

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Southern India encompasses the states of Tamil Nadu, Kerala, Karnataka, Andhra Pradesh, and Telangana, along with the union territories of Goa and Puducherry. The region is celebrated for its Dravidian temple architecture, spice-rich cuisine, classical dance forms like Bharatanatyam, and lush landscapes ranging from the Western Ghats to palm-fringed coastlines. Kerala's backwaters, Karnataka's ancient ruins at Hampi, and Tamil Nadu's towering gopuram-adorned temples draw culture seekers, while the Arabian Sea and Bay of Bengal coasts attract beach lovers. Trekkers and wildlife enthusiasts head to hill stations like Munnar, Coorg, and the Nilgiris, making the south a diverse destination for all styles of travel.

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Southern India · 8 days

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Southern India: West to East Coast – Self-Launched

Trade the guided group tour for your own self-launched adventure across Southern India's most iconic destinations. From Kochi's spice-scented backwaters and Fort Kochi's colonial lanes to Bangalore's buzzing streets, Mysore's royal palaces, and Mamallapuram's carved shore temples — this route packs in the very best of South India at a fraction of the operator price. You'll swap private vehicles for scenic overnight trains and local buses, book activities directly or via GetYourGuide, and stay in well-rated budget hotels and guesthouses. All the same experiences, zero group tour markup. Estimated costs are approximate and based on current budget traveller rates.

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Nobody's posted a Mission for Southern India yet — which, frankly, is an opportunity.

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