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Kerala Backwater Tour with Karnataka

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Locations on this tour were great, brilliantly varied that fit broadly into 3 categories (backwaters, hill stations and cities).
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City & Culture: Immerse yourself in rich history and local traditions
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Fully Guided: An experienced guide will be with you for the entire tour
Low Intensity: Travelers can expect some light physical activities
Guided in English: Other languages on request: German, Italian, Portuguese, French, Spanish, Chinese, Dutch, Russian
Group Size 1 - 10
All Ages Welcome

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Itinerary

Intro
Introduction
Day 1
Cochin
Cochin
Start point
Cochin International Airport, Nedumbassery, Aluva, Ernakulam, Kerala, India (We will arrange your pick up either from Cochin International Airport (COK) or your Pre booked accommodation.)
Accommodation
Hotel 3* (Abad Plaza Hotel, MG Road, Cochin)
Included Activities
- Kathakali classical dance performance
Optional Activities
- Panoramic boat ride in Cochin
- Cochin cooking class
- Kalaripattu (martial arts) in Cochin
Landmarks
Cochin Harbour
Day 2
Cochin to Alleppey
Cochin to Alleppey
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation
Houseboat (Deluxe houseboats Alleppey)
Included Activities
- Fort Kochi exploration
- Santa Cruz Basilica visit
- St. Francis Church visit
- Jewish Synagogue visit
- Spice market visit
- Chinese fishing nets (Cheenavala) viewing
Landmarks
Fort Kochi
Santa Cruz Basilica
St. Francis Church
Jewish Synagogue
Spice Market
Chinese Fishing Nets
Day 3
Kumarakom
Kumarakom
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation
Resort (Manor Backwater Resort Kumarakom)
Included Activities
- Houseboat holiday on Kettuvallam
- Kumarakom Bird Sanctuary visit (optional leisure activity)
Optional Activities
- Kumarakom sunset cruise
Landmarks
Kumarakom
Vembanad Lake
Kumarakom Bird Sanctuary
Day 4
Periyar
Periyar
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation
Hotel 4* (Hotel Silver Crest Periyar)
Included Activities
- Periyar Wildlife Reserve visit
- Boat ride on Periyar Lake
- Spice Plantation tour
Optional Activities
- Periyar Bamboo rafting
Landmarks
Periyar Wildlife Reserve
Periyar Lake
Day 5
Munnar
Munnar
Meals
Breakfast
Accommodation
Hotel 4* ( Las Palmas Hotel)
Included Activities
- Tea Plantation tour
Landmarks
Munnar
Day 6
Munnar
Munnar
Meals
Breakfast
Accommodation
Hotel 4* ( Las Palmas Hotel)
Included Activities
- Tea Plantation sightseeing
- Eravikulam National Park visit
Landmarks
Eravikulam National Park
Day 7
Munnar to Ooty
Munnar to Ooty
Accommodation
Hotel 3* (Hotel Lakeview ooty)
Included Activities
- Surface transportation from Munnar to Ooty
Landmarks
Ooty (Udhagamandalam)
Day 8
Ooty
Ooty
Meals
Breakfast (Buffet breakfast at hotel restaurant)
Accommodation
Hotel 4* (Le Ruchi Mysore)
Included Activities
- Breakfast at hotel
- Full day Ooty sightseeing including Botanical Garden
- Doddabetta peak visit
- Charring Cross market area
- Ooty Lake visit
Landmarks
Ooty Botanical Garden
Doddabetta Peak
Charring Cross
Ooty Lake
Day 9
Ooty to Mysore
Ooty to Mysore
Accommodation
Hotel 4* (Le Ruchi Mysore)
Included Activities
- Surface transportation from Ooty to Mysore
- Afternoon half-day city tour
- Maharaja's Palace visit
- Srirangapatnam visit
- Brindavan Gardens visit
- St. Philomena's Church visit
- Sri Jauyachamarajendra Art Gallery visit
Landmarks
Maharaja's Palace
Srirangapatnam
Brindavan Gardens
St. Philomena's Church
Sri Jauyachamarajendra Art Gallery
Day 10
Mysore to Hassan
Mysore to Hassan
Meals
Breakfast
Accommodation
Hotel 3* (The Pearl Hotel)
Included Activities
- Belur Temple visit
- Chennakesava temple complex visit
Landmarks
Belur Temple
Chennakesava Temple
Day 11
Hassan
Hassan
Meals
Breakfast
Accommodation
Hotel 3* (The Pearl Hotel)
Included Activities
- Shravanabelagola visit
- Gommateshwara Bahubali deity visit
Landmarks
Shravanabelagola
Gommateshwara Bahubali
Day 12
Hassan to Bangalore
Hassan to Bangalore
Meals
Breakfast
Accommodation
Hotel 4* (Clarks Inn Airport, Bangalore)
Landmarks
Bangalore
Day 13
Bangalore
Bangalore
Meals
Breakfast
Accommodation
Hotel 4* (Clarks Inn Airport, Bangalore)
Included Activities
- Vidhan Soudha visit
- Cubbon Park visit
- Lal Bagh visit
- Bangalore Palace visit
Landmarks
Vidhan Soudha
Cubbon Park
Lal Bagh
Bangalore Palace
Day 14
Bangalore
Bangalore
End point
Kempegowda International Airport, Devanahalli, Bengaluru Rural, Karnataka, India (We will arrange your drop at Bangalore International Airport (BLR) or your own arrange accommodation in Bangalore.)

Landmarks
Cochin Harbour

Landmarks
Fort Kochi
Santa Cruz Basilica
St. Francis Church
Jewish Synagogue
Spice Market
Chinese Fishing Nets

Landmarks
Kumarakom
Vembanad Lake
Kumarakom Bird Sanctuary

Landmarks
Periyar Wildlife Reserve
Periyar Lake

Landmarks
Munnar

Landmarks
Eravikulam National Park

Landmarks
Ooty (Udhagamandalam)

Landmarks
Ooty Botanical Garden
Doddabetta Peak
Charring Cross
Ooty Lake

Landmarks
Maharaja's Palace
Srirangapatnam
Brindavan Gardens
St. Philomena's Church
Sri Jauyachamarajendra Art Gallery

Landmarks
Belur Temple
Chennakesava Temple

Landmarks
Shravanabelagola
Gommateshwara Bahubali

Landmarks
Bangalore

Landmarks
Vidhan Soudha
Cubbon Park
Lal Bagh
Bangalore Palace

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Abad Plaza Hotel, MG Road, Cochin
Hotel 3*
day 1
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Deluxe houseboats Alleppey
Houseboat
day 2
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Manor Backwater Resort Kumarakom
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Hotel Silver Crest Periyar
Hotel 4*
day 4
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Las Palmas Hotel
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Days 5, 6
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Hotel Lakeview ooty
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day 7
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Le Ruchi Mysore
Hotel 4*
Days 8, 9
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The Pearl Hotel
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Days 10, 11
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Clarks Inn Airport, Bangalore
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Thomas4.0•August 2022
Our driver: Zakkir was an all round great bloke. He was always polite, always smiley and never failed to brighten our...
Our driver: Zakkir was an all round great bloke. He was always polite, always smiley and never failed to brighten our mornings. He ensured we were comfortable and was a very safe driver. 5/5. Locations: Locations on this tour were great, brilliantly varied that fit broadly into 3 categories (backwaters, hill stations and cities), we thought that the variation of these different locations gave us a flavour of different cultures, peoples and environments. 5/5 Activities: Fun and good variation. Great mix of sightseeing and activities. Tour guides were informative and friendly. One must be aware that they will take you to the expensive tourist shops at the end of the tour (encouraging you to 'browse'), one specific tour guide apologised to the owner of the shop when we wouldn't buy anything... This is something you have to get used to when you come to India as a tourist. We were surprised also that some of the activities were not pre booked for the tour and that all of the activities you have to pay for yourself (except the houseboat), this is something we did not think was clear when booking. Furthermore, please be aware that, in Kerala, it is state government policy to charge foreigners more money for various activities, for example, bus ticket to boat ride in Thekkady cost 500r pp for us, but for locals was 100r pp for Indians. 4/5 Accomodation: All hotels were nice, clean and comfortable with AC.Show more
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I appreciate your positive feedback about our services. We do take pride in catering to our guests’ needs the best way we can. If you’re traveling to our area again, please don’t hesitate to get in touch with us.
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I don't understand the decriptions of Days 8 and 9. they appear to have the same tour on both days
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- World Travel ExperiencesOperator•Written January 2026
  You're absolutely right to raise this — the descriptions for Days 8 and 9 do appear to outline the same tour. I have updated the Program.
  
  Day 08 : In Ooty
  Day 09 : Ooty - Mysore
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If there is a number that I can call is easier that texting
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- World Travel ExperiencesOperator•Written October 2024
  In the book booking page the Total amount is showing in Balance . and booking is showing declined. If your account is showing charged you will get refunded. In case your account is charged twice , You will get auto refund of the 2nd payment.
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