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Luxury Kerala Backwaters and Wildlife

8 days
From Kochi (Cochin) to Thiruvananthapuram
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Itinerary

  1. Day 1

    Kochi

    You'll arrive at Kochi airport and get transferred to your hotel. After you settle in, a guided tour takes you through Fort Kochi where you'll see the Dutch Palace, Chinese Fishing Nets, and the Indo-Portuguese Museum. Marine Drive is also on the route. Later in the evening, you'll catch a Kathakali dance performance with its intricate movements and elaborate costumes.

    Start point
    Kochi, Kerala, India (Kochi, Hotel, Airport or any Convenient Point in Kochi.)

    Included Activities

    • Guided tour of Fort Kochi
    • Visit Dutch Palace
    • Visit Chinese Fishing Nets
    • Visit Indo-Portuguese Museum
    • Visit Marine Drive
    • Kathakali dance show
    Landmarks
    Fort Kochi
    Dutch Palace
    Chinese Fishing Nets
    Indo-Portuguese Museum
    Marine Drive
  2. Day 2

    Kochi to Munnar

    After breakfast, you'll head toward Munnar, driving through Kerala's scenic landscapes. The route passes waterfalls and mountain views with clouds hanging low. When you arrive in Munnar, you'll check in and have the rest of the day free to do what you'd like.

    Meals
    Breakfast
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  3. Day 3

    Munnar

    Following breakfast, a sightseeing tour covers Munnar's main attractions including Eravikulam National Park, Mattupetty Dam, Old Munnar Town, and the local market. Later in the day, you can take a walk through the tea estates or spend free time however you prefer.

    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Sightseeing tour of Munnar
    • Visit Eravikulam National Park
    • Visit Mattupetty Dam
    • Visit Old Munnar Town
    • Visit town market

    Optional Activities

    • Leisurely walk through tea estates
    Landmarks
    Eravikulam National Park
    Mattupetty Dam
  4. Day 4

    Munnar to Periyar

    After breakfast, you'll drive to Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary, a major wildlife reserve covering 777 sq. km. Once you check in, a half-day tour lets you choose between Bamboo Rafting, Border Hiking, or an Elephant Safari within the sanctuary.

    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Half-day tour of Periyar
    • Boat ride at Periyar Lake

    Optional Activities

    • Bamboo Rafting
    • Border Hiking
    • Elephant Safari
    Landmarks
    Periyar Tiger Reserve
    Periyar Lake
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  5. Day 5

    Periyar to Alleppey

    You'll check out after breakfast and drive to Alleppey for your houseboat experience. Once on board, you'll cruise through Kerala's backwaters and lagoons with lunch and dinner served on the houseboat. In the evening, take a walk around the local streets of Alappuzha.

    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch (Lunch on houseboat), Dinner (Dinner on houseboat)

    Included Activities

    • Houseboat journey through backwaters
    • Cruise through Alappuzha backwaters and lagoons

    Optional Activities

    • Evening stroll around local streets of Alappuzha
    Landmarks
    Alappuzha Backwaters
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  6. Day 6

    Alleppey to Kovalam

    After breakfast on the houseboat, you'll check out and head toward Kovalam. Along the way, you'll visit Sree Padmanabhaswamy Temple, Horse Palace, Sri Chitra Art Gallery, and Padmatheertha Kulam Temple Pond in Trivandrum. When you reach Kovalam, check in and the rest of the day is yours.

    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Visit Sree Padmanabhaswamy Temple
    • Visit Horse Palace
    • Visit Sri Chitra Art Gallery
    • Visit Padmatheertha Kulam
    Landmarks
    Sree Padmanabhaswamy Temple
    Sri Chitra Art Gallery
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  7. Day 7

    Kovalam

    Following breakfast, you'll explore Kovalam's beaches starting with Samudra Beach, Lighthouse Beach, Poovar Beach, and Vizhinjam Beach. You'll also see the Vizhinjam Marine Aquarium, Halcyon Castle, the Fishing Harbour, and Rock Cut Cave Temple. The afternoon and evening are free for your own activities.

    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included 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
    Rock Cut Cave Temple
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  8. Day 8

    Kovalam to Trivandrum

    After breakfast, you'll check out and drive to Trivandrum Airport for your departure flight.

    End point
    Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala, India (Thiruvananthapuram, Hotel, Airport or any Convenient Point in Thiruvananthapuram.)
    Meals
    Breakfast
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    · April 8th, 2025
    Very pleasant, comfirtable trip that combines nature, culture and leisure and shows many facettes of Kerala. Food provided was also satisfying.
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    Dear Larissa, Thank you for your valuable time to share your feedback about your tour Luxury Kerala Backwaters and Wildlife. Your valuable feedback help us to improve our services. Team GTIndia Tours
    Trip date: February 2025

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