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Best of Kerala Tour

10 days
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Start and end in Kochi (Cochin)
5.0
2 traveler reviews
  • Man paddling a wooden boat on serene water.
  • Group of people traveling in a canoe on a calm river.
  • Man in water picking coconuts with cloudy reflections.
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  • Wherever we went there was a guide waiting for us who was very helpful and informative. Altogether it was a memorable holiday.

    Best of Kerala Tour reviewer 1
    Julie, traveled in February
    5.0
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  • Two women sitting in a boat on calm water.
  • Two men standing near a path lined with palm trees and a water body.
  • Two men sitting and working on ropes or nets beside a large boat.
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In-depth Cultural
Immerse yourself in rich history and local traditions
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
Group Size 2 - 15
All Ages Welcome

Places You’ll See

  • Kochi (Cochin)
    Kochi (Cochin)
  • Munnar
    Munnar
  • Alleppey
    Alleppey
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Highlights

  • Explore the spice markets of Cochin
  • Visit tea plantations in Munnar
  • Enjoy a boat ride on Periyar Lake
  • Cruise the Backwaters on a houseboat
  • Relax on the white sands of Marari Beach

Itinerary

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  1. Introduction
  1. Day 1 Arrival Cochin
  2. Day 2 Cochin
  3. Day 3 Cochin – Munnar
  4. Day 4 Munnar
  5. Day 5 Munnar – Periyar
  6. Day 6 Periyar
  7. Day 7 Periyar – Houseboat
  8. Day 8 Alleppey – Marari (20 Km / 1 h)
  9. Day 9 Marari
  10. Day 10 Marari – Cochin – Departure
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  • Flights
  • Guide
  • Optional
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Where You'll Stay

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  • Hotel Arches, Kochi

    Hotel Arches

    Hotel
    Days 1, 2
  • Deshadan Mountain Resort

    Deshadan Mountain Resort

    Hotel
    Days 3, 4
  • Ranger Wood Nature Castle

    Ranger Wood Nature Castle

    Hotel
    Days 5, 6
  • Lakes & Lagoons Houseboat

    Lakes & Lagoons Houseboat

    Houseboat
    day 7
  • Marari Beach Palace

    Marari Beach Palace

    Hotel
    Days 8, 9

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Age Range

12 to 70 years old

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  • Itinerary
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  • Guide
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  • Transport
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  • Accommodation
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  • Food
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  • Tour Operator
    Travel XS
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  • Best of Kerala Tour reviewer 1
    · July 31st, 2025
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    Thank you so much for sharing your wonderful feedback on our Best of Kerala tour. We are delighted to know that you had a seamless experience from the very first enquiry until your return home. It’s great to hear that you enjoyed interacting with the... Show more
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    Trip date: May 2025
  • Best of Kerala Tour reviewer 2
    · February 15th, 2019
    We told Bithi where we wanted to go and she...
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    Travel XS commented on this review
    We are heartily thankful to you for sharing the wonderful comments. You are our one of the most important and valuable guest. We would be always looking forward to service you more, better and if you have plan of visiting India again do let me know. I... Show more
    Trip date: February 2018

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