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Backwaters & Wildlife Tour - Kerala

8 days
From Kochi (Cochin) to Kovalam
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Curated to ignite your sense of adventure
Partially Guided
Independent travel, featuring selected guided excursions
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Travelers can expect some light physical activities
Guided in English
Other languages on request: German, Italian, Portuguese, French, Spanish, Dutch, Russian
Group Size 1 - 10
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Itinerary

  1. Day 1

    Cochin

    Your representative meets you at Cochin airport and transfers you to the hotel. Once you've settled in, you'll head out on a half-day guided tour that takes you through Fort Kochi, the Dutch Palace, and the Indo Portuguese Museum before finishing at Marine Drive.

    Start point
    Kochi, Kerala, India (Airport, Railway Station, Hotel or Any Convenient Point with in Kochi)

    Included Activities

    • Half day guided tour of Cochin
    • Visit Fort Kochi
    • Visit Dutch Palace
    • Visit Indo Portuguese Museum
    • Visit Marine Drive
    Landmarks
    Fort Kochi
    Dutch Palace
    Indo Portuguese Museum
    Marine Drive
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  2. Day 2

    Cochin to Munnar

    After breakfast, you'll check out and drive toward Munnar. The route passes through some really scenic areas with waterfalls along the way. By evening you'll arrive at your Munnar hotel and get checked in for the night.

    Meals
    Breakfast
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  3. Day 3

    Munnar

    Following breakfast, you'll spend the day exploring Munnar on a sightseeing tour. You'll see Eravikulam National Park, Mattupetty Dam, Old Munnar Town, and the town market. Later in the evening, you can either take a walk through the Tea Estate or have some free time to yourself.

    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Sightseeing tour of Munnar
    • Visit Eravikulam National Park
    • Visit Mattupetty Dam
    • Visit Old Munnar Town
    • Visit town market

    Optional Activities

    • Walk at Tea Estate
    Landmarks
    Eravikulam National Park
    Mattupetty Dam
  4. Day 4

    Munnar to Periyar

    After breakfast you'll check out and head to Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary. Upon arrival and checking in, you'll have several activities to choose from including bamboo rafting, border hiking, and an elephant safari. You'll also visit Kumily and Mangaladevi Temple during the day.

    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Bamboo Rafting at Periyar
    • Border Hiking at Periyar
    • Elephant safari at Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary
    • Visit Kumily
    • Visit Mangaladevi Temple
    Landmarks
    Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary
    Mangaladevi Temple
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  5. Day 5

    Periyar to Alleppey

    You'll check out after breakfast and drive to Alleppey for your houseboat journey on the backwaters and lagoons. Lunch and dinner both happen on the houseboat, and in the evening you can take a walk around the local streets.

    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch (Lunch at houseboat), Dinner (Dinner at houseboat)

    Included Activities

    • Houseboat journey on backwaters and lagoons at Alappuzha
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  6. Day 6

    Alleppey to Kovalam

    After breakfast, you'll check out and drive to Kovalam, stopping along the way to visit Sri Padmanabhaswamy Temple, Horse Palace, Sree Chitra Art Gallery, and Padmatheertha Kulam temple pond in Trivandrum. Once you arrive at Kovalam and check in, the rest of the day is yours to relax.

    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Visit Sri Padmanabhaswamy Temple
    • Visit Horse Palace
    • Visit Sree Chitra Art Gallery
    • Visit Padmatheertha Kulam (Temple Pond)
    Landmarks
    Sri Padmanabhaswamy Temple
    Sree Chitra Art Gallery
  7. Day 7

    Kovalam

    Following breakfast, you'll spend a full day touring Kovalam. The day includes visits to Vizhinjam Marine Aquarium, Halcyon Castle, Analothbhave Mathe Church, Fishing Harbour, Vizhinjam Village, Samudra Beach, Rock Cut Cave, Chowara, and Poovar. The remainder of the day is free for leisure activities.

    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Full day tour at Kovalam
    • Visit Vizhinjam Marine Aquarium
    • Visit Halcyon Castle
    • Visit Analothbhave Mathe Church
    • Visit Fishing Harbour
    • Visit Vizhinjam Village
    • Visit Samudra Beach
    • Visit Rock Cut Cave
    • Visit Chowara
    • Visit Poovar
    Landmarks
    Vizhinjam Marine Aquarium
    Halcyon Castle
    Analothbhave Mathe Church
    Samudra Beach
    Rock Cut Cave
  8. Day 8

    Kovalam to Trivandrum

    After breakfast and checking out, you'll drive to Trivandrum airport to catch your flight home.

    End point
    Trivandrum, Kerala, India (Airport, Railway Station, Hotel or Any Convenient Point with in Trivandrum)
    Meals
    Breakfast
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  • Albert
    · October 3rd, 2025
    India trip was great. The pace was perfect, allowing us to take in the historical sites without feeling rushed. Ooty and Coonoor were peaceful respites from the hustle and bustle. Our guides were excellent, especially in explaining the local traditions and culture. Our tour driver ensured we were safe and well looked after throughout. Hotels were generally comfortable, though I’d have preferred a few more upscale options.
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  • Thomas
    · October 2nd, 2025
    Southern India amazing history and culture, and this tour provided a good knowledge. Heritage of Mysore and the spiritual significance of Madurai’s temples were unforgettable. Hotels were comfortable. Our driver Murli was always accommodating, and the guides made each stop educational and engaging. A great tour.
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  • Giovanni
    · September 28th, 2025
    Everything was very well handled. The guides were knowledgeable and adapted to our interests, making every historical site come alive. The hotels were mostly good, with clean rooms, though a few were a bit basic. The driver was fantastic always punctual. Ranthambore was a refreshing break from the cities with its wildlife and peaceful nature. The boat trip in Varanasi was a highlight and very moving. Highly recommend for first-timers to India.
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    • Tuberculosis - Recommended for India. Ideally 3 months before travel.
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    • Yellow fever - Certificate of vaccination required if arriving from an area with a risk of yellow fever transmission for India. Ideally 10 days before travel.
    • Japanese B encephalitis - Recommended for India. Ideally 1 month before travel.
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