South India

Destination Location (State) Key Attractions / Sites Best Time to Visit Unique Experiences / Highlights Munnar Kerala Eravikulam National Park, Anamudi Peak, Tea Gardens October to March Scenic tea plantations, trekking, wildlife spotting, cool climate Ooty Tamil Nadu Nilgiri Mountain Railway, Ooty Lake, Botanical Gardens October to March Hill station charm, boating, panoramic views, pleasant year-round weather Coorg Karnataka Abbey Falls, Dubare Elephant Camp, Raja’s Seat October to March Coffee plantations, wildlife, Kodava culture, luxury resorts Kodaikanal Tamil Nadu Kodai Lake, Pillar Rocks, Berijam Lake October to March Misty hills, boating, trekking, tranquil nature Yercaud Tamil Nadu Yercaud Lake, Lady’s Seat, Killiyur Falls October to March Coffee plantations, serene atmosphere, sunset viewpoints Wayanad Kerala Edakkal Caves, Chembra Peak, Meenmutty Waterfalls Throughout the year Spice plantations, wildlife, trekking, ancient caves Mahabalipuram Tamil Nadu Shore Temple, Pancha Rathas, Arjuna’s Penance October to March UNESCO heritage rock-cut temples, coastal breeze, ancient architecture Kumarakom Kerala Backwaters, Bird Sanctuary, Vembanad Lake October to February Houseboat cruises, birdwatching, tranquil backwaters Tirupati Andhra Pradesh Tirumala Venkateshwara Temple October to March Pilgrimage, religious rituals, hill temple Thanjavur Tamil Nadu Brihadeeswarar Temple, Thanjavur Royal Palace October to March Dravidian architecture, cultural heritage, Carnatic music Hampi Karnataka Virupaksha Temple, Vithala Temple, Lotus Mahal October to March Ancient ruins, UNESCO site, historical architecture Araku Valley Andhra Pradesh Coffee plantations, Scenic valleys, Tribal museums October to March Offbeat destination, scenic drives, tribal culture Pondicherry Tamil Nadu French Quarter, Beaches, Auroville October to March Colonial charm, beach relaxation, spiritual community Coimbatore Tamil Nadu Adiyogi Shiva Statue, Vydehi Falls, Kovai Kondattam September to March Industrial city with temples, waterfalls, and amusement parks Kabini Karnataka Nagarhole National Park, Kabini River October to March Wildlife safaris, luxury resorts, elephant spotting