Beaches & Backwaters

From$649USD
7 days,Kochi to Kochi
Trip Code: AHBB

Relaxing in the calm backwaters, experiencing a local homestay, chilling out on quiet beaches, sampling South Indian cuisine.

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Watch the sunset through the fishing nets of Kochi, stretch out on white sand beaches, drift through the tranquil backwaters and rise at dawn to see the sunrise. This 7-day tour offers a quick introduction to the diversity of South India. Inhale the exotic perfume of cardamom as you stroll through spice gardens and unwind with some yoga in your free time. Meet the locals and spend the night with a local family on a tour that's all about authentic cultural experience.

What's Included

  • Orientation walks of Alleppey, Kollam, and Fort Kochi, Kerala boat tour, Allepey homestay, full day boat cruise on Kollam's backwaters
  • 1 breakfast, 2 lunches, 1 dinner. (Allow USD115-150 for meals not included)
  • Hotels (4 nts), homestay (2 nts).
  • Bus, boat, taxi, rickshaw
  • Chief Experience Officer (CEO) throughout.
  • Small group experience; Max 16, avg 10.
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Places Visited
  • India
Day 1 Kochi (Cochin)

Arrive at any time.

Day 2 Alleppey (1L,1D)

Orientation walk of Fort Kochi, visit St. Francis Church and the Chinese fishing nets before continuing to Alleppey. Explore Alleppey with an orientation walk. Experience local life at a homestay, and enjoy a guided walk along the lagoon.

Day 3 Kollam (1B,1L)

Enjoy an orientation walk of Kollam and full day boat cruise on the backwaters, observing its unique ecosystem.

Day 4-5 Varkala

Lots of free time to explore the town, get an Ayurvedic massage, be treated by local healers or visit the Varkala Temple.

Day 6 Kochi

Check out the Jewish Quarter and the spice markets and Dutch Palace. Opt to take in a Kathakali (local martial art) show.

Day 7 Kochi

Depart at any time.

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