South India is full of magic and mystery and whether you are a lover of adventure, fascinated by the areas' history and culture, seeking fulfilment through spirituality, a wildlife enthusiast or you simply want to relax on beautiful beaches and waterways, visiting the southern Indian states will totally captivate you.

The intricately carved exquisite temples are one of the riches of South India and these together with other historic monuments are found in large numbers and are fascinating to explore.

The customs and festivals of south India mirror the rich culture of its people and these traditions are still celebrated today with the same passion and enthusiasm that they have been for generations. The people delight in wearing traditional costumes and faithfully following the spectacular rituals.

The long coastline provides a wide choice of palm-fringed sandy beaches where you can either simply relax or enjoy all types of watersport.

In addition to beaches, in Kerala there are many beautiful interconnected waterways, lakes and estuaries known as backwaters where you can cruise in a houseboat - these boats have been converted from their traditional use as rice barges and are now equipped with a sleeping area and bathroom, a dining area and a deck area to sit and enjoy the beautiful countryside, watch out for the birds and aquatic life along the banks and catch sight of the local people's way of life as you pass by their villages. Delicious food is prepared on board by the staff looking after your every need.