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Kerala Backwaters & Hillstations

9 days

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Start and end in Kochi (Cochin)

4.5

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Gold Operator: Encounters Travel
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
Low Intensity: Travelers can expect some light physical activities
Guided in English
Group Size 2 - 12
Ages 6+

Places You’ll See

Kochi (Cochin)
Munnar
Kumarakom

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Highlights

Explore historic Kochi and its Chinese Fishing Nets
Witness rubber tapping and visit a pineapple plantation
Tour Munnar's tea plantations and taste fresh tea
Spot wildlife on a boat ride in Periyar National Park
Experience a night on a traditional Kerala houseboat

Itinerary

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Introduction

Day 1 Welcome to Kochi. Transfer to your hotel.
Day 2 Exploring captivating Kochi
Day 3 Visit Pineapple and Rubber Plantations en-route to Munnar.
Day 4 Exploring the markets and tea plantations of Munnar
Day 5 Continue to Thekkady and take a boat ride in Periyar NP
Day 6 Craft and backwaters of Kumarakom
Day 7 Board a houseboat and explore the Keralan Backwaters.
Day 8 Disembark and enjoy the Keralan beaches
Day 9 Bon Voyage! Transfer to Kochi Airport for departure.

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Operated by

Encounters Travel

4.5

(905 reviews)

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Age Range

5 to 99 years old

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within 1 day

Response rate

88%

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Customer Reviews

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Encounters Travel
4.5

Emma
· March 25th, 2025
It was the best two weeks ever thanks to Atul and his wonderful team. We spent one week north of India, visited all the wonderful spots and we even celebrated Holi. It’s very complicated to select one highlight as we really saw so many wonderful things. After a week in the north we went to Kochi and visited the south of India which is more relaxing, green and seems like a different country. Atul was the best coordinator, he anticipated all our needs and was listening and adapting the program to our wish. Thank you so much Atul and Vijay for everything. You made our trip wonderful.
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Satish
· July 25th, 2024
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Ruby
· May 30th, 2025
There were days when the itinerary was a little rushed so our group missed out on some events I would have liked to have participated in, but overall, what I did experience was very memorable and satisfying for an 11 day tour.
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Good to Know

Tour ID: 272511

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Vaccines
- These are only indications, so please visit your doctor before you travel to be 100% sure.
- Typhoid - Recommended for India. Ideally 2 weeks before travel.
- Hepatitis A - Recommended for India. Ideally 2 weeks before travel.
- Cholera - Recommended for India. Ideally 2 weeks before travel.
- Tuberculosis - Recommended for India. Ideally 3 months before travel.
- Hepatitis B - Recommended for India. Ideally 2 months before travel.
- 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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- For any tour departing before January 4th, 2026 a full payment is necessary. For tours departing after January 4th, 2026, a minimum payment of $300 is required to confirm your booking with Encounters Travel. The final payment will be automatically charged to your credit card on the designated due date. The final payment of the remaining balance is required at least 65 days prior to the departure date of your tour. TourRadar never charges you a booking fee and will charge you in the stated currency.
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