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Southern India Encompassed

Over 22 unforgettable days, western and southern India unfold like a storybook of colour and culture. Wander Mumbai’s lively streets, trace Goa’s Portuguese charm, and watch the sun dip behind Hampi’s ancient ruins. Feel Mysore’s royal grandeur, marvel at sacred temples in Tamil Nadu, and taste spices where they’re grown in Thekkady. End your journey drifting through Kerala’s serene backwaters, where time slows down and traditions linger. This is India at its most vibrant — a mix of history, flavour, and soul.

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22 DaysMumbai to Kochi
Valid on May 5 2026Trip Code: AHMS
From $2174.25 USDIncluding taxes and fees

Is this tour for me?

Travel Style: Classic

All of the highlights, culture, access, and I-can’t-believe-we-did-that moments, all at a great price.

Service Level: Standard

Comfortable tourist-class accommodations with character; mix of public and private transport.

Physical Grading: 3 - Average

Some tours may include light hiking, biking, rafting, or kayaking in addition to walking.

Merchandising: New Trips

Merchandising: Planeterra Project

Trip Type: Small Group

Group trips average 12 travellers per departure, depending on the adventure. The maximum is usually no more than 16, but some can be smaller or bigger, depending on the trip. Check individual trips for details.

Age requirements: 12+

All travellers under age 18 must be accompanied by an adult.

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Southern India Encompassed - Itinerary

Trip Start: MumbaiTrip End: Kochi

DAY 1

Mumbai

Arrive at any time. In the evening, join your CEO for a welcome meeting, followed by an orientation walk around Colaba and the waterfront market.

Welcome Moment - Meet Your CEO and Group:
Your opportunity to meet your CEO and fellow travellers, and learn more about your tour. Opt to join the group for a local meal afterwards. Don't forget to see the notice in the lobby (or ask reception) for the official time and place to meet up with the group.

Colaba Orientation Walk:
Walk through the charming Colaba neighbourhood of Mumbai.

Hotel Manama:
Hotel Manama

Southern India Encompassed - Itinerary

Trip Start: MumbaiTrip End: Kochi
DAY 1
Mumbai

DAY 1

Mumbai

Arrive at any time. In the evening, join your CEO for a welcome meeting, followed by an orientation walk around Colaba and the waterfront market.

Welcome Moment - Meet Your CEO and Group:
Your opportunity to meet your CEO and fellow travellers, and learn more about your tour. Opt to join the group for a local meal afterwards. Don't forget to see the notice in the lobby (or ask reception) for the official time and place to meet up with the group.

Colaba Orientation Walk:
Walk through the charming Colaba neighbourhood of Mumbai.

Hotel Manama:
Hotel Manama

DAY 2
Mumbai
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DAY 3
Mumbai/Goa
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DAY 4
Goa/Hubballi
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DAY 5
Hubballi/Hampi
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DAY 6
Hampi
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DAY 7
Hampi/Halibedu
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DAY 8
Halibedu/Mangalore
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DAY 9
Mangalore/Kochi
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DAY 10
Kochi/Bangalore
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DAY 11
Bangalore
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DAY 12
Bangalore/Mysore
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DAY 13
Mysore
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DAY 14
Mysore/Māmallapuram
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DAY 15
Māmallapuram
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DAY 16
Māmallapuram/Thanjavur
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DAY 17
Thanjavur/Madurai
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DAY 18
Madurai
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DAY 19
Madurai/Thekkady
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DAY 20
Thekkady/Kerala Backwaters
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DAY 21
Kerala Backwaters/Kochi
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DAY 22
Kochi
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What’s Included

  • Your G for Good Moment: Lunch at Theruvarom Women Empowerment Project, Alleppey
  • Your Welcome Moment: Welcome Moment - Meet Your CEO and Group
  • Your Local Living Moment: Kerala Backwaters Homestay, Alleppey
  • Colaba Sunrise Walk
  • Guided exploration of Elephanta Caves
  • Heritage walk of Fontainhas (Portuguese quarter)
  • Visit to Old Goa churches
  • Sunset visit and exploration of Hampi ruins
  • Guided exploration of Halebidu ruins
  • Hoysaleshwara Temple
  • Scenic train journeys: Mumbai → Goa, Goa → Hampi, Mangalore → Kochi
  • Fort Kochi Visit
  • Free Time in Kochi
  • Lal Bagh Gardens Visit
  • Free Time Bangalore
  • Bangalore Orientation Walk
  • Sri Ranganatha Swamy Temple Visit
  • Tomb of Tipu Sultan
  • Devraja Market Visit and Orientation Walk
  • Chamundi Hills Visit
  • Mysore Palace Visit
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  • Philomena's Cathedral Visit
  • Mysore Free time
  • Free time in Mamallapuram
  • Sunrise Shore Temple Visit
  • Brihadeeswara Temple
  • Bronze Casting Workshops
  • Chettinad Traditional House Visit
  • Thirumalai Nayak Palace Visit
  • Meenakshi Temple Visit
  • Cycle-Rickshaw Tour
  • Cardamom Hills Spice Plantation Tour
  • Free Time in Thekkady
  • Boat through Kerala Backwaters
  • Kerala Backwaters Homestay
  • Lunch at Theruvarom Women Empowerment Project
  • Orientation Walk in Kochi
  • Kathakali Dance.
Accommodations
  • Hotels/ Guesthouses (twin-share, 18 nights); Overnight Trains: (2 nights); Homestay: (1 nt, multi-share)
Meals
  • 2 breakfasts, 2 lunches, 2 dinners
Transportation
  • Private vehicle, Walking, Basic Overnight Train, Local Train, Boat.
Staff & experts
  • CEO (Chief Experience Officer) throughout, local guides.

Southern India Encompassed Departure Dates

All Years

StartEndingAvailabilityPrices from
Sat, Sep 05 2026Sat, Sep 26 2026Open (8)$2,174.25 USD
(price includes taxes and fees)
Sat, Sep 19 2026Sat, Oct 10 2026Open (15)$2,174.25 USD
(price includes taxes and fees)
Sat, Oct 03 2026Sat, Oct 24 2026Open (13)$2,286.75 USD
(price includes taxes and fees)
Sat, Oct 31 2026Sat, Nov 21 2026Open (4)$2,286.75 USD
(price includes taxes and fees)
Sat, Nov 14 2026Sat, Dec 05 2026Open (13)$2,399.25 USD
(price includes taxes and fees)
Sat, Nov 28 2026Sat, Dec 19 2026Open (13)$2,399.25 USD
(price includes taxes and fees)
Sat, Dec 12 2026Sat, Jan 02 2027Open (14)$2,399.25 USD
(price includes taxes and fees)
Sat, Dec 26 2026Sat, Jan 16 2027Open (14)$3,199 USD
(price includes taxes and fees)
Sat, Jan 09 2027Sat, Jan 30 2027Open (15)$3,199 USD
(price includes taxes and fees)

USEFUL INFO

Your G for Good Moment: Lunch at Theruvarom Women Empowerment Project, Alleppey
Your Welcome Moment: Welcome Moment - Meet Your CEO and Group
Your Local Living Moment: Kerala Backwaters Homestay, Alleppey. Colaba Sunrise Walk. Guided exploration of Elephanta Caves. Heritage walk of Fontainhas (Portuguese quarter). Visit to Old Goa churches. Sunset visit and exploration of Hampi ruins. Guided exploration of Halebidu ruins. Hoysaleshwara Temple. Scenic train journeys: Mumbai → Goa, Goa → Hampi, Mangalore → Kochi. Fort Kochi Visit. Free Time in Kochi. Lal Bagh Gardens Visit. Free Time Bangalore. Bangalore Orientation Walk. Sri Ranganatha Swamy Temple Visit. Tomb of Tipu Sultan. Devraja Market Visit and Orientation Walk. Chamundi Hills Visit. Mysore Palace Visit. St. Philomena's Cathedral Visit. Mysore Free time. Free time in Mamallapuram. Sunrise Shore Temple Visit. Brihadeeswara Temple. Bronze Casting Workshops. Chettinad Traditional House Visit. Thirumalai Nayak Palace Visit. Meenakshi Temple Visit. Cycle-Rickshaw Tour. Cardamom Hills Spice Plantation Tour. Free Time in Thekkady. Boat through Kerala Backwaters. Kerala Backwaters Homestay. Lunch at Theruvarom Women Empowerment Project. Orientation Walk in Kochi. Kathakali Dance.

Drift through the peaceful backwaters of Kerala on a traditional boat, Watch the sunset glow over Hampi’s ancient ruins, Explore Mamallapuram’s Shore Temples and wander local markets, Ignite your senses on a spice plantation tour in Thekkady

The information in this trip details document has been compiled with care and is provided in good faith. However it is subject to change, and does not form part of the contract between the client and the operator. The itinerary featured is correct at time of printing. It may differ slightly to the one in the brochure. Occasionally our itineraries change as we make improvements that stem from past travellers, comments and our own research. Sometimes it can be a small change like adding an extra meal along the itinerary. Sometimes the change may result in us altering the tour for the coming year. Ultimately, our goal is to provide you with the most rewarding experience. Please note that our brochure is usually released in November each year. If you have booked from the previous brochure you may find there have been some changes to the itinerary.

VERY IMPORTANT: Please ensure that you print a final copy of your Trip Details to review a couple of days prior to travel, in case there have been changes that affect your plans.

While it is our intention to adhere to the route described below, there is a certain amount of flexibility built into the itinerary and on occasion it may be necessary, or desirable to make alterations. The itinerary is brief, as we never know exactly where our journey will take us. Due to our style of travel and the regions we visit, travel can be unpredictable. The Trip Details document is a general guide to the tour and region and any mention of specific destinations or wildlife is by no means a guarantee that they will be visited or encountered. Aboard expedition trips visits to research stations depend on final permission.

Additionally, any travel times listed are approximations only and subject to vary due to local circumstances.

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