Chennai to Bangalore - 22-Day South India Tour Review

We selected Bout India to help us put together a private tour through Southern India for two couples. Through consultation we came up with a 22 Day Tour starting in Chennai & ending in Bangalore. We wanted a balance of sightseeing & relaxation with not too many long days driving. We ended up with two nights at most places.

Bout India recommended 4 & 5 star hotels & took into consideration our liking of the smaller boutique style when booking. We had a big comfortable van with plenty of room for us & our luggage. Our wonderful safe driver drove us every day, with guides provided at all the attractions.

All in all everything went as planned which resulted in a fabulous holiday. Our highlights included Fort Kochi, Kumarakom, Kerala Backwaters & Houseboat, Pondicherry, Mysore & Madurai Palaces & the amazing Temples in Mahabalipuram & Thanjavur.

A couple of tips for tourists include:

• Alcohol isn't always available at hotels & in some towns. If you find wine, it's expensive.
• Vegetarian food is more available than non veg in many places.
• Some attractions are closed on Mondays.
• International credit & debit cards are rarely accepted outside of hotels.