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South India: Explore Kerala National Geographic Journeys

7 days
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Start and end in Kochi (Cochin)
5.0
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  • People on a traditional boat in a lush, tropical environment.
  • A scenic sunset view with palm trees and a field.
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National Geographic Expeditions with G Adventures
In-depth Cultural
Immerse yourself in rich history and local traditions
Group Tour
Join a group and forge lifelong friendships
Fully Guided
An experienced guide will be with you for the entire tour
Guided in English
Group Size 10 - 16
Ages 12+
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Itinerary

  1. Day 1

    Kochi

    Included Activities

    • Welcome Meeting
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  2. Day 2

    Kochi to Thekkady

    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Orientation Walk
    • Mattancherry Palace Visit
    • Jewish Quarter Exploration
    • Spice Experience
    Landmarks
    Mattancherry Palace
  3. Day 3

    Thekkady

    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch (Spice-filled lunch at local family home)

    Included Activities

    • Periyar Lake Boat Ride
    • Family Cooking Demonstration
    • Kalaripayattu Performance

    Optional Activities

    • Nature Walk
    Landmarks
    Periyar National Park
    Periyar Lake
  4. Day 4

    Thekkady to Kumarakom

    Meals
    Breakfast, Dinner

    Included Activities

    • Kerala Backwaters Tour
    • Manjira Village Visit
    • Toddy Tapping Demonstration
    Landmarks
    Vembanad Lake
  5. Day 5

    Kumarakom to Alleppey

    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch

    Included Activities

    • Visit Vembanad Wetlands Conservation Program
    • Fish Sanctuary Visit
    • Kerala Backwaters Houseboat Excursion
    Landmarks
    Vembanad Wetlands
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  6. Day 6

    Alleppey to Kochi

    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch (Lunch at Theruvarom Women Empowerment Project)

    Included Activities

    • Orientation Walk
    • Fort Kochi Exploration
    • Fish Market Visit
    • Kathakali Dance Performance
    • Lunch at Theruvarom Women Empowerment Project
    Landmarks
    Fort Kochi
  7. Day 7

    Kochi

    Meals
    Breakfast
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