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Kerala Backwaters Tour

The most special thing about Kerala Backwaters tour is its power to energise a vacation through soothing and idyllic surroundings. Cruise on a lavish houseboat and enjoy the gorgeous yet serene environment of a typical backwater area. These luxurious India tours are quite a hit with the tourists as they offer a perfect blend of relaxation, romance and great locale.

Backwaters are the inland water lakes which are networked by canals. In Kerala, they stretch to over 900 KMs. There are various types of houseboats available for a memorable cruise – from one room to multiple furnished rooms. All these houseboats have their own kitchen and are equipped with the modern amenities. These jack-wood boats are cruise swiftly on the backwaters and you get to lounge on the deck to witness the most stunning sun rises and sun sets.

Kumarakom, Alappuzha - Kochi cruise, Kuttanad and Kumbalangi are the most popular places for backwater cruises. These enchanting destinations also have a rich flora and fauna and while on your cruise, you get a glimpse at these wonderful sights. Fishing is also one of the favourite activities to do while on a backwater cruise.

Kerala backwater tours are a great way to witness the grandeur of Kerala. Don’t miss it.

Places to See : Calicut - Waynadu - Trichur - Periyar - Kumarakom - Alleppry - Kovalam - Trivandrum
Duration : 08 Nights / 09 Days

Day 01: Calicut

Arrive Calicut, the northern part of Kerala. On arrival our representative will be waiting for you at the airport and he will meet you and transfer to Resort on the shore of a beautiful lake. Evening the demonstration of Kalari Payattu, the martial art of Kerala. Overnight at Kadavu Resort.

Day 02: Waynadu

After your breakfast, you will proceed for a sightseeing tour of Wayanadu,

First visit the Ananthanatha Swami temple, popularly called as Jain Temple dedicated to Ananthanatha Swami and is also called as Tipu’s fort. Also visit Banasura dam, the largest dam in South India. It spreads across a huge area with cool blue waters, surrounded in picturesque beauty of lush green hills. Later in the afternoon you will also make a visit Begur Wildlife Sanctuary, located at Mananthavady in the Western Ghats. The lush green of the National Park is lush and is popular with tourists.

Overnight stay will be in Wayanadu.

Day 03: Waynadu

After your breakfast, you will proceed for an excursion to the Edakkal Caves,which conserves exceptional rock art depicting human and animal figure carvings by Neolithic and later civilizations.

Overnight stay will be in Wayanadu.

Day 04: Trichur

6-30Am:-Bed Coffee/Tea
8-30Am :-Breakfast, 9-30 Am:- Depart to Trichur. Visit the Kalamandalam, the dance and music academy gives training on classical dance and music. Lunch at River Retreat. Evening check in at Hotel. Evening at 7.30 dinners. Overnight at Hotel.

Day 05: Periyar

At 8-30 am Breakfast and drive to Periyar the famous wild life sanctuary. On the way you will visit Guruvayoor where you can see more than 50 Temple elephants where you can see elephant feeding and elephant bathing. You will arrive periyar in the evening. Dinner at 7.30 . Overnight stay at Periyar.

Day 06: Periyar - Kumarakom- -Alleppey (ACCOMODATION LUXURY HOUSEBOAT)

After breakfast you will drive to Kumarakom. Upon arrival here, you will check-in at a houseboat and relax. Enjoy your time in the backwaters here. Rest of the shall be at leisure. Overnight journey to Alleppey by houseboat.
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Day 07: Alleppey (FULL DAY BACKWATER CRUISE)

Early in the morning, you will arrive in Alleppey. Enjoy a full day cruise through the backwaters and stay overnight in the boat. A ride on the houseboat is a fabulous way to explore the fascinating, beauty of the backwaters. Your meals are included here.

Overnight stay at House Boat.

Day 08: Alleppey - Kovalam

After your breakfast at the houseboat, you will disembark the boat and drive to Kovalam Beach. Upon arrival check-in at Travancore Heritage.
Rest of the day shall be at leisure. Overnight stay will be in Kovalam.

Day 09: Kovalam Departure

Transfer to Trivandrum Airport for departure.

Tour Ends