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Southern India Tour with Beaches and Houseboat Experience

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From Kochi (Cochin) to Kovalam
4.6 (23 reviews)
  • Traditional wooden houseboat cruises along Kerala backwaters framed by dense coconut palms and blue sky.
  • Vibrant Kathakali dancers performing in ornate costumes and dramatic makeup before brass oil lamps.
  • Golden sunrise over rolling tea plantations and lone trees in Munnar's misty hills.
  • Colonial waterfront of Kochi with white-washed Portuguese buildings, twin-spired basilica and tall palm trees.
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  • The beautiful scenery, overnight stay on houseboat. The most I liked the trekking in Munnar tea plantations.

    Veronika Ziliene•traveled in April4.5
  • Traditional wooden houseboat cruising the lush palm-lined backwaters under a sunny sky.
  • Sweeping tropical beach with lighthouse, palm trees and colourful seaside village along turquoise water.
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City & Culture
Immerse yourself in rich history and local traditions
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An experienced guide will be with you for the entire tour
Guided in English
All Ages Welcome
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Itinerary

  1. Intro

    Introduction

  2. Day 1

    Cochin

    Cochin

    Included Activities

    • City tour of Cochin
    • Visit Dutch Palace
    • Visit Jew Town
    • Visit Jewish Synagogue (1568)
    • Visit spice market
    • Visit St. Francis Church
    • Visit Chinese fishing nets
    • Kerala classical dance show in AC Theater
    Landmarks
    Dutch Palace
    Jewish Synagogue
    St. Francis Church
    Chinese Fishing Nets
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  3. Day 2

    Cochin to Munnar

    Cochin to Munnar
    Meals
    Breakfast

    Optional Activities

    • Visit tea plantations
    • Paragliding
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  4. Day 3

    Munnar

    Munnar
    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Sightseeing in Munnar
    • Visit Christ Church
    • Wildlife watching at Eravikulam National Park
    • Visit Rajamalai Hills
    • Stop at Madupetty Dam
    • Tea Museum visit at Munnar

    Optional Activities

    • Boating at Madupetty Dam
    • Horse riding at Madupetty Dam
    Landmarks
    Anamudi
    Christ Church
    Eravikulam National Park
    Rajamalai Hills
    Madupetty Dam
    Top Station
  5. Day 4

    Munnar to Periyar

    Munnar to Periyar
    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Boating at Periyar Lake
    • Spice garden visit at Thekkady

    Optional Activities

    • Visit tribal villages around Periyar
    • Watch tribal honey collection activities
    Landmarks
    Periyar Lake
    Periyar National Park
    Thekkady
  6. Day 5

    Periyar to Kumarakom

    Periyar to Kumarakom
    Meals
    Breakfast
    Landmarks
    Kumarakom Backwaters
  7. Day 6

    Kumarakom to Alleppey

    Kumarakom to Alleppey
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

    Included Activities

    • Houseboat journey on Kerala backwaters from Kottayam to Alleppey
    Landmarks
    Kerala Backwaters
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  8. Day 7

    Alleppey to Kovalam

    Alleppey to Kovalam
    Meals
    Breakfast

    Optional Activities

    • Beach sports
    • Ayurvedic massage
    Landmarks
    Kovalam Beach
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  9. Day 8

    Kovalam

    Kovalam
    Meals
    Breakfast
    Landmarks
    Kovalam Beach
  10. Day 9

    Kovalam to Trivandrum

    Kovalam to Trivandrum
    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • City tour of Trivandrum
    • Visit Padmanabhaswamy Temple
    Landmarks
    Padmanabhaswamy Temple
  11. Day 10

    Trivandrum

    Trivandrum
    Meals
    Breakfast

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4.6
Overall rating based on 23 Reviews
  • Itinerary
    4.3
  • Transport
    4.6
  • Guide
    4.6
  • Accommodation
    4.5
  • Food
    4.4
  • Tour Operator
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  • Malini5.0•December 2023
    Excellent breakfast, clean room, good driving.
    Traveled in December 2023
    Reply from: Swastik India Journeys
    Thank you so much for your wonderful feedback! We’re truly delighted to hear that you had a great experience with us. It was a pleasure having you on the tour, and your kind words mean a lot to our entire team. We look forward to welcoming you again on another journey with us in the future. Until then — safe travels and happy memories! Warm regards,
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    None4.0•December 2023
    Overall we were very happy with the trip. There were a variety of places to see. We did not get off to a good start-...
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    Traveled in November 2023
    Reply from: Swastik India Journeys
    Thank you so much for your wonderful feedback! We’re truly delighted to hear that you had a great experience with us. It was a pleasure having you on the tour, and your kind words mean a lot to our entire team. We look forward to welcoming you again on another journey with us in the future. Until then — safe travels and happy memories! Warm regards,
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  • Paul
    Paul4.0•November 2023
    only two things I would change on this trip, is the hotel in Kovalam unless you like washing out of a bucket and...
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    Traveled in November 2023
  • Tina5.0•May 2023
    It was a wonderful tour. Really enjoyed it. Would love to do Northern India next time. Thank you!!
    Traveled in May 2023
    Reply from: Swastik India Journeys
    Thank you for sharing such fantastic feedback! We're thrilled to hear that you had a wonderful experience during your tour of India with us. We can't wait to have the pleasure of welcoming you back to India once more. :)
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  • Richard5.0•May 2023
    Best trip to India so far. Shally was an excellent driver. Very informative,accommodating and made everything fun....
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    Traveled in April 2023
    Reply from: Swastik India Journeys
    Thank you for sharing such fantastic feedback! We're thrilled to hear that you had a wonderful experience during your tour of India with us. We can't wait to have the pleasure of welcoming you back to India once more. :)
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  • Maree
    Maree1.0•May 2023
    My driver was very passive aggressive.Couldn’t understand what I was trying to communicate to him.Didn’t want to get...
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    Traveled in April 2023
  • Simon5.0•April 2023
    Good afternoon, I had a tour booked through you from the 15th to the 24th of March 2023, in Kochi, Kerala. My...
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    • Two people dining at a restaurant.
    Traveled in March 2023
    Reply from: Swastik India Journeys
    Thank you so much for your wonderful feedback! We’re truly delighted to hear that you had a great experience with us. It was a pleasure having you on the tour, and your kind words mean a lot to our entire team. We look forward to welcoming you again on another journey with us in the future. Until then — safe travels and happy memories! Warm regards,
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  • GordonDixon5.0•July 2022
    The overall experience was outstanding. Hotels were comfortable with delicious breakfast. Sightseeing places were...
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    Traveled in July 2022
    Reply from: Swastik India Journeys
    Thank you so much for your wonderful feedback! We’re truly delighted to hear that you had a great experience with us. It was a pleasure having you on the tour, and your kind words mean a lot to our entire team. We look forward to welcoming you again on another journey with us in the future. Until then — safe travels and happy memories! Warm regards,
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  • Cody5.0•October 2018
    We had a wonderful time on this tour. Services offered by Swastik India were impressive. Hotels,guides,driver...
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    Traveled in October 2018
    Reply from: Swastik India Journeys
    Thank you so much for your wonderful feedback! We’re truly delighted to hear that you had a great experience with us. It was a pleasure having you on the tour, and your kind words mean a lot to our entire team. We look forward to welcoming you again on another journey with us in the future. Until then — safe travels and happy memories! Warm regards,
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  • Helena5.0•June 2018
    Very professional tour and a great experience
    Traveled in May 2018
    Reply from: Swastik India Journeys
    Thank you so much for your wonderful feedback! We’re truly delighted to hear that you had a great experience with us. It was a pleasure having you on the tour, and your kind words mean a lot to our entire team. We look forward to welcoming you again on another journey with us in the future. Until then — safe travels and happy memories! Warm regards,
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      Yes, the tour can accommodate various dietary restrictions, including vegetarian options, with prior notice.

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      Yes, daily breakfast is included at every hotel throughout the duration of the tour.

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      After arriving at the airport, transportation will be arranged to pick you up and take you to the initial tour starting point or hotel as included in the tour package.

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      The standard tour package includes accommodation, daily breakfast, transport including airport transfers, English-speaking guides during sightseeing, and all applicable taxes.

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      While washing machines might not be available in hotels, laundry services are generally available for guests.

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      Yes, transport to the airport on the last day of the tour is included in the package.

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