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Kerala Beaches & Backwaters Tour
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Tour Destinations
Highlights
- Experience the Backwaters of Kerala, a network of lakes, canals and brackish lagoons lying parallel to the Arabian Sea.
- Explore Kochi, one of the most picturesque destinations on the southwest coast line of Kerala.
- Experience Alleppey, best known for houseboat cruises along the rustic Kerala backwaters, a network of tranquil canals and lagoons.
- Relax on the beautiful Palm-backed beaches of Kovalam, & explore British colonial architecture and art galleries of Trivandrum.
Itinerary
On the day of arrival at Cochin International Airport, Kochi, our local representative will meet you and transfer you to the hotel for overnight stay.
After breakfast at the hotel, head-out to experience Kochi/Cochin. During your sightseeing of Kochi, you will visit St Francis Church, which is the oldest European church and a 16th centuary Jewish Synagogue. Afterwards visit the Mattancherry Palace, also known as the Dutch Palace due to it's colonial influences. Also visit Santa Cruz Cathedral Basilica Fort, Indo Portuguese Museum, Chinese Fishing Nets, and Bolgatty Island. Overnight stay at the hotel.
After breakfast at the hotel, leave for Alappuzha (or Alleppey) - best known for houseboat cruises along the rustic Kerala backwaters, a network of tranquil canals and lagoons. Set out on an enchanting overnight backwater cruise in traditionally decorated houseboats. Check in time is 01:00 PM and cruise starts with lunch. While cruising in these floating villas, let your eyes settle for the rare and the unusual - skim past Chinese fishing nets, bowed-down paddy fields, and local inhabitants engaged in making coir products, rustic homes, ancient temples and swaying coconut groves. Evening is free at leisure, you can explore the local market of Alappuzha. Overnight stay at the houseboat.
After breakfast at the resort, proceed for a full day sightseeing of Kovalam, visit Vizhinjam Marine Aquerium, Halcyon Castle, Analothbhave Mathe Church, Fishing Harbour, Vizhinjam Village, Samudra Beach, Rock Cut Cave, Chowara, and Poovar. Overnight stay in the resort.
After breakfast at the resort, proceed for a full day sightseeing of Kovalam, visit Vizhinjam Marine Aquerium, Halcyon Castle, Analothbhave Mathe Church, Fishing Harbour, Vizhinjam Village, Samudra Beach, Rock Cut Cave, Chowara, and Poovar. Overnight stay in the resort.
Today morning, our representative will transfer you to Trivandrum Airport, from where you can board a flight for onward journey.
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What's Included?
Accommodation
- 4 nights accommodation in 3 star deluxe hotels on twin or double sharing basis
- 1 night stay in a deluxe houseboat on the backwaters of Alleppey
(Please Note: Accommodations can be upgraded to Luxury boutique hotels/4 star/5 star/5 star deluxe or your choice of hotels on request basis at an additional cost.)
Meals
- Daily breakfast at the hotels in Kochi and Kovalam
- All meals at the houseboat in Alleppey (Breakfast + Lunch + Dinner)
Guide
- English speaking local destination guide in Kochi
Transport
- All sightseeing and transfers by private air-conditioned vehicle as per the itinerary
- 1-2 persons - Air-conditioned sedan car such as Etios/Dezire or similar
- 3-4 persons - Air-conditioned MUV car such as Toyota Innova or similar
- 5-10 persons - Air-conditioned mini-van such as Tempo Traveler or similar
Additional Services
- Personal assistance during arrival and departure
- 1 mineral water bottle per person per day
- All applicable taxes
What's Excluded?
Flights
- Any International or domestic flights are not included
Additional Services
- Insurance - It is advisable that you buy a comprehensive medical/travel insurance in advance from your country before traveling to India
- Visa fee (if applicable)
- Any monument entrance fee, camera fee
- Any kind of tips, personal expenses, laundry, or telephone charges
- Anything not mentioned in the inclusions
Accommodation
3 Star Accommodation
| Name | Address | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Abaam Hotel | Kochi | Hotel |
| Deluxe Houseboat | Alappuzha | House Boat |
| Hotel Samudra (KTDC) | Kovalam | Hotel |
Note: Hotel upgrades are available as per your choice.
Good To Know
Payment Terms
A deposit of 10% is required to confirm this tour, and the remaining balance will be charged 60 days prior tour starting date. For any bookings within 60 days of departure, the full tour amount will be charged upon booking. This can be paid through bank transfer, credit/debit card, or cash.
Cancellation
No additional cancellation fees apply for this tour. You can cancel the tour prior tour starting date and avoid paying the full amount, but the deposit you have paid is non-refundable. No refund applies for cancellations within of tour starting date.
VISA
It is the sole responsibility of each individual traveller to get the required visa(s) for this tour, as visa requirements vary depending on your nationality. We recommend to check with the Embassy of India in your home country.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
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On arrival at Kochi Airport, India, our local representative will be there at the airport holding a placard of your name for identification. We shall also provide you list of emergency 24 hours contact numbers for any emergency.
Although tipping in India is not compulsory, doing so is a nice gesture. In some circumstances, a small tip is expected. The rules of etiquette for gratuity in India are a little muddled as a colonial past, tourism, and cultural influences clash. We do recommend tipping at various instances, but tip higher only when you are very happy with the service. Tip can given after completion of the services from 5$, 10$ or more as per your choice and depending on how much satisfied & happy you are with the service provider.
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Kerala Beaches & Backwaters Tour
