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Southern India & Sri Lanka

15 days Fully Inclusive Classic Group Tour

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Southern India & Sri Lanka

This tour is a vibrant blend of rich culture, natural beauty, and unforgettable experiences. From drifting along peaceful waterways to exploring ancient ruins hidden in the jungle, every moment offers something new. You’ll encounter colourful traditions, mouth-watering local cuisine, dramatic mountain landscapes, and thrilling wildlife encounters and ride on one of the world's most scenic train routes.
  • Fully Inclusive
    Touring with Guides and entrance fees
  • Included Meals
    Breakfasts: 14 , Lunches: 13 , Dinners: 14
  • Flights
    International flights and current taxes
  • Accommodation
    14 nights in 4 star accommodation
  • Visas
    Visa fees & processing for Australian passports
  • Group Tour
    Max Group Size: 26
  • Physical Rating 2
    A reasonable level of fitness is required, as you'll be spending time on your feet and doing a bit of walking to cover short distances during your daily sightseeing. There will also be some climbing of steps and climbing on and off of coaches and boats.
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    Walking, some steps and extended time on your feet.
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15 DAYS
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Kochi (2N) - Houseboat (1N) - Kollam (1N) - Kovalam (2N) - Negombo (1N) - Habarana (2N) - Kandy (1N) - Nuwara Eliya (1N) - Ella (2N) - Colombo (1N)
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Tour Highlights

Our Southern India & Sri Lanka tour will see you exploring the most iconic sites, delving into deep-rooted culture and dining on delicious cuisine and thoroughly researched to bring you a range of once-in-a-lifetime experiences.

Day by Day Itinerary

  • Day 1
    Fly to Kochi
    Dinner
    Day 1: Fly to Kochi

    Fly to Kochi, an enchanting city on the Malabar Coast of Kerala. On arrival you'll be met and transferred to your hotel. The rest of the day is at leisure to begin soaking up the charm of this historic port city.

    Dinner
  • Day 2
    Discover Kochi
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
    Day 2: Discover Kochi

    Today, explore the city's fascinating colonial past. Visit the Dutch Palace, home to fascinating murals and artefacts and step inside the serene Santa Cruz Basilica. Continue to St Francis' Church, believed to be India's oldest European church then wander the spice-scented lanes of Fort Kochi, lined with charming architecture. This evening, witness a captivating Kathakali dance performance, a traditional art form rich in colour and expression.

    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
  • Day 3
    Cruise the Backwaters
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
    Day 3: Cruise the Backwaters

    Leave Kochi and travel to Alleppey. On arrival, board your traditional houseboat and glide through Kerala's lush backwaters, a peaceful network of palm-fringed canals and lagoons. Enjoy lunch and dinner on board as you watch a world of village life, temples and rice paddies drift by.

    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
  • Day 4
    Explore Kollam
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
    Day 4: Explore Kollam

    After breakfast, disembark your houseboat and journey to Kollam, an ancient port and one of India's oldest continuously inhabited cities. Soak up the town's laidback charms as you enjoy a tranquil shikara (traditional rowing boat) ride through its old, picturesque waterways.

    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
  • Day 5
    Scenic Drive to Kovalam
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
    Day 5: Scenic Drive to Kovalam

    This morning, travel to the beautiful seaside resort of Kovalam. The rest of the day will be at leisure - take a walk along the palm-lined beach or relax with a rejuvenating Ayurvedic treatment, for which the region is famous.

    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
  • Day 6
    Explore Trivandrum
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
    Day 6: Explore Trivandrum

    Delve into the cultural treasures of Trivandrum, Kerala's capital. Marvel at the grand exterior of the Sri Padmanabhaswamy Temple, explore the verdant Zoological Gardens, and admire collections at the Napier Museum and the Sri Chitra Art Gallery. This afternoon is yours to relax.

    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
  • Day 7
    Fly to Sri Lanka
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
    Day 7: Fly to Sri Lanka

    Bid farewell to India as you transfer to the airport for your flight to Colombo, Sri Lanka. On arrival you will travel to the seaside city of Negombo where the rest of the day is yours to spend as you wish.

    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
  • Day 8
    Travel to Habarana
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
    Day 8: Travel to Habarana

    Journey to Habarana, a peaceful town surrounded by forest and lakes. You will have time to relax before an afternoon safari in Minneriya National Park. Set around an ancient rainwater reservoir, or tank, this wonderfully verdant national park is home to herds of elephants, troops of monkeys, spotted deer, water buffalo and a vibrant array of birdlife.

    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
  • Day 9
    Sigiriya & Polonnaruwa
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
    Day 9: Sigiriya & Polonnaruwa

    Rise early for a day exploring some of Sri Lanka's most magnificent UNESCO World Heritage Sites. Start at the 5th-century UNESCO-listed Sigiriya Rock Fortress, 'Lion Rock', - explore the gardens at its foot, and venture up rock cut stairways to admire the Heavenly Maiden frescoes before passing through colossal lion paws to reach the summit for panoramic views. Later, head out to explore the ancient city of Polonnaruwa. Wander through the fascinating collection of palaces, stupas and statues to discover the story of a glorious era.

    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
  • Day 10
    Travel to Kandy
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
    Day 10: Travel to Kandy

    This morning, travel to Kandy, stopping en route at the Dambulla Cave Temple. Dating back to the 1st century BC, the temple is made up of five cave sanctuaries where you'll find some of Sri Lanka's most important Buddha images. On arrival in Kandy, visit the sacred Temple of the Tooth Relic, one of the country's most revered Buddhist sites. Later, join a guided food walk through the city to sample authentic local cuisine from bustling street stalls.

    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
  • Day 11
    Journey to Nuwara Eliya
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
    Day 11: Journey to Nuwara Eliya

    Travel through the heart of Sri Lanka's scenic tea country, stopping at Ramboda to enjoy the views over the green-swathed landscapes and to see one of Sri Lanka's tallest waterfall. Arrive in the highland city of Nuwara Eliya where you'll take a tour of this 'Little England' with its colonial architecture and warm hospitality.

    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
  • Day 12
    Train to Demodara
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
    Day 12: Train to Demodara

    Board the train for the spectacular ride to Demodara, travelling along highland valleys, through peaceful forests and across the iconic Nine Arch Bridge, a magnificent viaduct also known as the 'Bridge in the Sky'. This scenic rail journey offers a glimpse into Sri Lanka's colonial past and breathtaking natural beauty. Travel on to Ella, a village nestled among cloudforest and tea plantations, and take some time unwind after this wonderful experience.

    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
  • Day 13
    Explore Ella
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
    Day 13: Explore Ella

    Visit one of Sri Lanka's largest and most scenic tea factories to discover how the island's finest teas are crafted before tasting the teas as you look out over the velvety green tea bushes. This afternoon, take a tuk-tuk back to Nine Arch Bridge, stopping at a vantage point to take photos and learn more about this marvellous feat of engineering from 1919.

    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
  • Day 14
    Return to Colombo
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
    Day 14: Return to Colombo

    Journey back to Colombo descending from the highlands to travel along the beautiful coastline. You'll stop en route at the beautiful Ravana Ella Falls and for an enjoyable lunch at the historical Galle Fort.

    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
  • Day 15
    Fly Colombo to Australia
    Breakfast
    Day 15: Fly Colombo to Australia

    Transfer to the airport for your flight to Australia arriving home the same day.

    Breakfast
Southern India & Sri Lanka  map
Kochi (2N) - Houseboat (1N) - Kollam (1N) - Kovalam (2N) - Negombo (1N) - Habarana (2N) - Kandy (1N) - Nuwara Eliya (1N) - Ella (2N) - Colombo (1N)

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Accommodation

We draw from a wide range of hotels on our holidays, each one is chosen to suit the tour you are travelling on meaning your accommodation can range from a smart business hotel in one city to a family run guesthouse in a smaller town. Here are some examples of the type of hotel you can expect to find on this tour.

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When to go

The best time to visit India is from November to March when you’ll enjoy pleasant warm dry days and low humidity.

City
Min
Average Temperate(°C)
Max
Monthly Rainfall(mm)
  • Colombo
  • 22
    31
    27
  • 58
  • Kandy
  • 18
    27
    22
  • 79
  • Kochi
  • 23
    32
    27
  • 23
  • Kovalam
  • 23
    32
    28
  • 21
  • Negombo
  • 22
    30
    26
  • 89
  • Nuwara Eliya
  • 9
    20
    15
  • 101
City
Min
Average Temperate(°C)
Max
Monthly Rainfall(mm)
  • Colombo
  • 23
    31
    27
  • 73
  • Kandy
  • 18
    28
    23
  • 74
  • Kochi
  • 24
    32
    28
  • 26
  • Kovalam
  • 23
    32
    28
  • 26
  • Negombo
  • 22
    31
    26
  • 69
  • Nuwara Eliya
  • 9
    21
    15
  • 78
City
Min
Average Temperate(°C)
Max
Monthly Rainfall(mm)
  • Colombo
  • 24
    32
    28
  • 128
  • Kandy
  • 18
    30
    24
  • 71
  • Kochi
  • 25
    32
    29
  • 31
  • Kovalam
  • 24
    33
    28
  • 40
  • Negombo
  • 23
    31
    27
  • 147
  • Nuwara Eliya
  • 10
    22
    16
  • 72
City
Min
Average Temperate(°C)
Max
Monthly Rainfall(mm)
  • Colombo
  • 25
    32
    28
  • 246
  • Kandy
  • 20
    30
    25
  • 188
  • Kochi
  • 26
    33
    29
  • 95
  • Kovalam
  • 25
    33
    29
  • 119
  • Negombo
  • 24
    31
    28
  • 231
  • Nuwara Eliya
  • 11
    23
    17
  • 158
City
Min
Average Temperate(°C)
Max
Monthly Rainfall(mm)
  • Colombo
  • 26
    31
    28
  • 392
  • Kandy
  • 20
    29
    24
  • 144
  • Kochi
  • 26
    32
    29
  • 283
  • Kovalam
  • 25
    32
    28
  • 210
  • Negombo
  • 26
    31
    28
  • 371
  • Nuwara Eliya
  • 13
    21
    17
  • 176
City
Min
Average Temperate(°C)
Max
Monthly Rainfall(mm)
  • Colombo
  • 26
    30
    28
  • 185
  • Kandy
  • 20
    28
    24
  • 132
  • Kochi
  • 24
    30
    27
  • 706
  • Kovalam
  • 24
    30
    27
  • 341
  • Negombo
  • 25
    29
    27
  • 224
  • Nuwara Eliya
  • 13
    19
    16
  • 172
City
Min
Average Temperate(°C)
Max
Monthly Rainfall(mm)
  • Colombo
  • 25
    30
    28
  • 122
  • Kandy
  • 20
    27
    24
  • 128
  • Kochi
  • 24
    29
    26
  • 594
  • Kovalam
  • 23
    30
    26
  • 239
  • Negombo
  • 25
    29
    27
  • 135
  • Nuwara Eliya
  • 13
    18
    16
  • 165
City
Min
Average Temperate(°C)
Max
Monthly Rainfall(mm)
  • Colombo
  • 25
    30
    28
  • 120
  • Kandy
  • 19
    28
    24
  • 113
  • Kochi
  • 24
    29
    27
  • 403
  • Kovalam
  • 23
    30
    26
  • 156
  • Negombo
  • 25
    29
    27
  • 109
  • Nuwara Eliya
  • 13
    19
    16
  • 161
City
Min
Average Temperate(°C)
Max
Monthly Rainfall(mm)
  • Colombo
  • 25
    30
    28
  • 245
  • Kandy
  • 19
    28
    24
  • 155
  • Kochi
  • 24
    30
    27
  • 280
  • Kovalam
  • 24
    30
    27
  • 175
  • Negombo
  • 25
    29
    27
  • 160
  • Nuwara Eliya
  • 12
    19
    16
  • 179
City
Min
Average Temperate(°C)
Max
Monthly Rainfall(mm)
  • Colombo
  • 24
    30
    27
  • 365
  • Kandy
  • 19
    28
    24
  • 264
  • Kochi
  • 24
    31
    27
  • 320
  • Kovalam
  • 24
    30
    27
  • 268
  • Negombo
  • 24
    29
    26
  • 348
  • Nuwara Eliya
  • 12
    20
    16
  • 227
City
Min
Average Temperate(°C)
Max
Monthly Rainfall(mm)
  • Colombo
  • 23
    30
    27
  • 414
  • Kandy
  • 19
    27
    23
  • 296
  • Kochi
  • 24
    31
    28
  • 175
  • Kovalam
  • 23
    31
    27
  • 192
  • Negombo
  • 23
    29
    26
  • 315
  • Nuwara Eliya
  • 12
    20
    16
  • 222
City
Min
Average Temperate(°C)
Max
Monthly Rainfall(mm)
  • Colombo
  • 23
    30
    27
  • 175
  • Kandy
  • 18
    27
    22
  • 196
  • Kochi
  • 23
    32
    27
  • 43
  • Kovalam
  • 23
    31
    27
  • 69
  • Negombo
  • 22
    29
    26
  • 147
  • Nuwara Eliya
  • 11
    19
    15
  • 196

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    • Flight Inclusive rates only: These include airline fuel surcharge and taxes. Correct as of 1 June 2025. Please note supplements may apply if lead in economy rates are not available.
    • Customary tipping amount of approximately US$120pp (AU$185pp) is paid locally in India.
    • Depending on airline schedules, you may depart and/or arrive on Day 2. Extra nights' accommodation (pre or post tour) or stopovers may be required at an additional cost.
    • Price listed is based on new bookings only

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    • All meals
    • International flights and current taxes
    • Domestic transportation
    • 4* accommodation
    • Touring with guides and entrance fees
    • Visa fees for Australian passport holders

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