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1. Kochi Shore Excursion
Excursion in Kochi waterways is one of the best things to do in South India. Kochi excursions are one of the most sought after activities amongst tourists. Travellers simply like the Portuguese – influenced committee around Malabar coast. The tour begins the early morning with time – spent at elephant bathing at elephant training centre. The next step is taking a short tour of Fort Cochin walking through the narrow old colonial streets. One can also see the tomb of Portuguese explorer Vasco Di Gama. From here one is taken to the spice trading centre in Kerala. Evening on – board are even charismatic as one sees the sun going down slowly amidst the coconut trees and lagoons.
2. Kerala Spice Plantations
Kerala is one of the largest exporters of Spices in India. Kerala Spice plantations tour is the one which takes its tourists around coffee tea vegetables, fruits and rubber, cashew, nuts, coffee, tea, rubber real – time plantations. It is quite an interesting tour which ends up a sumptuous lunch full with Kerala spices and cuisines.
3. Heritage Sights in Cochin
Cochin once Portugal town; today is known for its Portugal remnants and Jewish colonies. The tour involves going and seeing Synagogue at Chendamangalam, Paravoor, Kadavumbhagom, Kochi, tomb of Nehemia Motha, meeting the local Jewish community and shopping for Jewish souvenirs and gifts. Generally a 8 hour to the maximum of 2 days of tour; it is a go for the excursion.
4. Ayurveda
Ayurveda is one of the best things to do while in Kerala. Special treatments and spas for body, spirit and mind are carried out for rejuvenation of one’s spirit. Some get the treatments done for specific ailments and some for relaxation. Various packages are offered depending upon one’s mind and body requirements. Combining the intricate system of healing originating thousands of years ago; these treatments are given. Working on the concept of Vata, Pitta and Kapha it works on neuro – muscular disorders, catabolic systems, thermal disorders repairing cells, tissues and fibres of the body thus replenishing body and mind. Going on a 6 – 7 days Spa & Ayurveda tour of this kind is really beneficial. One can also enjoy and relaxation on moving boats locally known as kettuvulumns in places like Alpuzzuha and Cochin.
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5. Adventures in Cochin
Cochin is known for its adventure sports. Tourists come here from around the globe for activities like water skis/jets, water scooter rides, Go Karting, trekking, cycling, bird – watching, wildlife safaris, heritage walks, luxury cruise on rice boats, village life walks, bamboo rafting, Canoeing and kayaking, tree – house stays, treadmill walkout, wildlife safari and much more. There are so many things to do when in Cochin.
6. By Bike
Taking a tour of South India by Bike is one of the most adventurous things to do. The experience of exploring almost entire South or even one – fourth of it; is one of its kind things to do. The trip generally begins from the pristine beaches of Cochin, crosses tea and rubber plantations, lighthouses, natural greenery; and its ends at Kodaikanal with a lot of wildlife in-between.
7. Cycling tours
Bicycling can be three – fold in South – Rustic, cardamom hills thrill and sunrise cum sunset beach tour. One of the most famous route’s is the Hornbill route. The entire route is filled with hundreds of coconut trees, villages, mighty Periyar river sound, Thattekad Bird Sanctuary filled with falcons, hornbills and white breasted water hen. This tour generally begins at Fort Kochi and also ends at Fort Kochi. It’s a one day tour loved by thousands of tourists who come here.
8. Temples by all means
A tour to south India is incomplete without seeing its ages old temples. Some of the most unique and oldest temples are still preserved and maintained in South India. The list includes names like Guruvayur temple, Sabarimala temple, Ambalappuzha Sri Krishna Temple, Meenakshiannam Temple, Tirupati Venkateshawata temple and much more. Paying visit to at least one of these temples can be a different experience altogether. Check out the 7 Days South India Temple tour.
9. Expeditions and all
One can go for thrills like quad biking, scuba diving, snorkelling, camp and white water river rafting, waterfall rappeling, ultralight flying, light water sprays at waterfalls, elephant ride and feeding and many other activities can be done while in South India. It’s more than one can think of!
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10. Exploring the hills
A number of must visit hill stations in South India including Munnar, Kodaikanal, Coorg, Mattupetty, Munnar, Yelagiri, Thenmala, Ponamundi, Ooty, Madikeri and much more make their presence with their tea, coffee and tea plantations. Even if one is not interested in seeing these hills; one can enjoy walks amidst clouds which often dip down on the hills – for a perfect evening and morning.
Also explore some of the famous Hill Stations of Kerala
Suggested tour packages of South India:-
- 10 Nights – South India Trip From Chennai
- 13 Days – South India Trip from Mumbai
- 15 Days – South India Tours from Hyderabad
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