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South India tours & holidays

Did someone say tropical holiday in India?

From the palm-lined beaches of Goa to the sleepy backwaters of Kerala and the temple-strewn Hampi, South India is packed with cultural and coastal adventures. If you’ve already ticked the Taj Mahal off your list or simply prefer a more relaxed side of India, this is the place to slow down and take it all in. While iconic landmarks like Maharaj’s Palace and Sri Meenakshi Temple are bound to wow you, there’s even more magic to be found in sharing a biriyani with a local family, witnessing a traditional Kathakali performance or tracking tiger footprints with a village guide. If you want to discover India beyond the crowds, a South India trip could be on the cards.

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Anjuna Beach in Goa, India, with tall palm trees on the sand.

Unwind on the sun-kissed beaches of Goa

Tropical getaway in India? Yes please. Relax on the sandy beaches of Goa, sip on a cold drink at a local bar and unwind at a beachside dinner with Goan fish curry. This coastal state’s UNESCO World Heritage-listed buildings, famous food, age-old fishing villages and spice plantations will have you wanting to add on a couple more days here to sit back and relax.

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A boat drifting down a canal in the Kerala backwaters in India surrounded by tall palm trees.

Cruise the Kerala backwaters

Hop on a traditional wooden houseboat for a journey through the winding, quiet backwaters of Kerala or head into an island village to spend the night with a local family. Explore the island with your homestay host and learn about their unique way of life as you share stories over a traditional home-cooked Keralan meal with your host family.

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A busy beach filled with people lounging in the sand on Varkala Beach in India

Chill out in Varkala

Welcome to one of Kerala’s most beautiful beach towns and home to one of India’s best beaches. Soaring cliffs protect the sandy shores and dolphins can sometimes be spotted. Dig into seafood curries, take a yoga or meditation workshop, watch a Kathakali dance performance or just rest on the beach. But if you are feeling active, maybe hop in on a surfing lesson, too.

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Cook an Ayurvedic feast

Gain hands-on insight into the basics of one of the world’s oldest holistic health systems from a local practitioner who uses ancient techniques to promote a balance of body and mind. Learn about Satvik Bhojan, the ayurvedic diet, as you participate in a cooking demonstration followed by dinner using the methods and recipes you just learned.

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