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Kerala Beaches, Backwaters & Wildlife Experience

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From Thiruvananthapuram to Kochi (Cochin)

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Gold Operator: Holidays At
Nature & Wildlife: Explore untamed landscapes teeming with wildlife
Group Tour: Join a group and forge lifelong friendships
Partially Guided: Independent travel, featuring selected guided excursions
Low Intensity: Travelers can expect some light physical activities
Guided in English: Other languages on request: German, Italian, Portuguese, French, Spanish
Group Size 1 - 10
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Itinerary

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Day 1
Trivandrum to Kovalam
Trivandrum to Kovalam
Start point
Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala, India (Hotel, Airport or any Convenient Point in Thiruvananthapuram)
Day 2
Kovalam
Kovalam
Meals
Breakfast (Breakfast at Hotel)
Included Activities
- Breakfast at Hotel
Optional Activities
- Visit Samudra Beach
- Visit Lighthouse Beach
- Visit Poovar Beach
- Visit Vizhinjam Beach
- Visit Vizhinjam Marine Aquarium
- Visit Halcyon Castle
- Visit Fishing Harbour
- Visit Rock Cut Cave Temple
Landmarks
Samudra Beach
Lighthouse Beach
Poovar Beach
Vizhinjam Beach
Vizhinjam Marine Aquarium
Halcyon Castle
Fishing Harbour
Rock Cut Cave Temple
Day 3
Kovalam to Kollam
Kovalam to Kollam
Meals
Breakfast (Breakfast at Hotel)
Included Activities
- Breakfast at Hotel
Optional Activities
- Visit Ashtamudi Lake
- Visit typical coir village
- Visit Houseboat manufacturing center
- Visit Cashew Factory
- Visit temple without deity
Landmarks
Ashtamudi Lake
Day 4
Kollam to Alleppey
Kollam to Alleppey
Meals
Breakfast (Breakfast at Hotel), Lunch (Lunch at Houseboat), Dinner (Dinner at Houseboat)
Included Activities
- Breakfast at Hotel
- Houseboat journey through backwaters and lagoons
- Lunch at Houseboat
- Dinner at Houseboat
Optional Activities
- Evening walk around local streets of Alappuzha
Day 5
Alleppey to Periyar
Alleppey to Periyar
Meals
Breakfast (Breakfast at Houseboat)
Included Activities
- Breakfast at Houseboat
- Boat ride at Periyar Lake
Landmarks
Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary
Day 6
Periyar
Periyar
Meals
Breakfast (Breakfast at Hotel)
Included Activities
- Breakfast at Hotel
- Elephant safari at Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary
Optional Activities
- Bamboo Rafting at Periyar
- Border Hiking at Periyar
- Visit Kumily
- Visit Mangala Devi Temple
Landmarks
Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary
Mangala Devi Temple
Day 7
Periyar to Cochin
Periyar to Cochin
Meals
Breakfast (Breakfast at Hotel)
Included Activities
- Breakfast at Hotel
- Guided tour to Cochin
- Visit Fort Kochi
- Visit Dutch Palace
- Visit Chinese Fishing Net
- Visit Indo Portuguese Museum
- Visit Marine Drive
- Kathakali dance show
Landmarks
Fort Kochi
Dutch Palace
Chinese Fishing Net
Indo Portuguese Museum
Marine Drive
Day 8
Cochin
Cochin
End point
Kochi, Kerala, India (Hotel, Airport or any Convenient Point in Cochin)
Meals
Breakfast (Breakfast at Hotel)
Included Activities
- Breakfast at Hotel

Landmarks
Samudra Beach
Lighthouse Beach
Poovar Beach
Vizhinjam Beach
Vizhinjam Marine Aquarium
Halcyon Castle
Fishing Harbour
Rock Cut Cave Temple

Landmarks
Ashtamudi Lake

Landmarks
Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary

Landmarks
Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary
Mangala Devi Temple

Landmarks
Fort Kochi
Dutch Palace
Chinese Fishing Net
Indo Portuguese Museum
Marine Drive

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Rating: 4.6 (229 reviews)
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4.6

Marta5.0•October 2026
Over two incredible weeks, I experienced both the realities and the beautiful diversity of India. From vibrant towns...
Over two incredible weeks, I experienced both the realities and the beautiful diversity of India. From vibrant towns to breathtaking natural landscapes, the variety of places and experiences was simply amazing. It was truly an unforgettable journey! A special mention goes to our driver, Harpal, who made a real difference to the entire experience. He was a true professional, caring, considerate, reliable, and always attentive to our needs. His contribution made the journey even more enjoyable and comfortable. I highly recommend this tour to anyone looking to discover the many sides of India. I travelled in late September, during the low season, and it was still an absolutely incredible experience!Show more
Janita5.0•October 2026
An excellent itinerary that covered a wonderful range of historical sites, including both the well-known landmarks...
An excellent itinerary that covered a wonderful range of historical sites, including both the well-known landmarks and more unusual, diverse destinations. Stays were comfortable and delightful, offering fascinating insights into India’s rich heritage, much of which I had known little about before the trip. Our local guides provided comprehensive and engaging explanations of the history and significance of each location. They were also knowledgeable and happy to answer our questions as they arose, making the experience all the more enriching. Our driver, Harpal, was exceptional. He was incredibly attentive to our needs and went far beyond what we would normally expect from a driver. He was always ready to help, showed great initiative and thoughtfulness, and consistently anticipated our needs to ensure everything ran smoothly. Overall, it was a thoroughly informative, comfortable, and enjoyable tour. The excellent itinerary, knowledgeable local guides, delightful royal accommodations, and outstanding service from Harpal made this a memorable journey through India’s fascinating history and heritage. Highly recommended!Show more

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