Kerala Beach and Backwater Tours

18 Nights / 19 Days

Trivandrum – Kovalam – Kumarakom – Alleppey – Cochin - Calicut – Wayanad – Kappad - Kannur – Mangalore – Coondapoor – Karvar - Goa.

Met upon arrival at Trivandrum and thereafter transferred to Kovalam Beach, one of the most popular beach destinations of India. Check into hotel at Kovalam and spend the night there.

Enjoy a full day of lazing around at the tourist’s paradise - Kovalam. Get captivated by the breathtaking beauty of the Kovalam Beaches and marvel at the palm-fringed bays and the endless blue sea. Return to hotel and spend overnight.

Another relaxing day at Kovalam! Luxuriate in the scenic beauty of the region and play with the sun and surf at the sandy beaches. Try out some mouthwatering seafood at the beachfront food joints. Spend night at hotel.

Today we will drive you to Kumarakom, a cluster of islands on the Vembanad Lake. Check into a resort amidst the scenic beauty and the enchanting backwaters at Kumarakom. Explore the verdant mangroves and the meandering lagoons and backwaters. Return to the resort for night stay.

Start the day with a visit to the famous Kumarakom Bird Sanctuary featuring various rare species of migratory birds. Later, we will take you for an enchanting boat cruise along the backwaters, wherein you can enjoy some glorious views of the setting sun. Return back to the hotel at night.

Today we will travel through the backwaters to Alleppey, another famous destination, popular for its picturesque beaches and emerald backwaters. Enjoy the peace and tranquility of this spectacular destination and visit some local spots.

After breakfast, drive to Cochin – popularly referred as the “Gateway to Kerala”. Check into hotel and in the afternoon visit historical places like Fort Cochin, Jewish Synagogue, St. Francis Church and the Chinese Fishing Nets at Cochin harbor. Watch traditional Kathakali Dance program in the evening and then retire to the hotel for the night.

After breakfast proceed for Calicut and on the way visit Guruvayoor Elephant School and Cheruthuruthi Training Centre for traditional dance and performing arts. Check into hotel upon arrival at Calicut. Later we will take you on a local tour to Beypore. Return to hotel at night.

We will drive you in the morning to Vythiri Resort, located amidst the rainforests of Wayanad Sanctuary. A hot spot among tourists aiming to experience a bit of wilderness, the sanctuary abounds in wild animals and birds.

Today afternoon we will travel to Kappad Beach in Kerala. This idyllic beach is believed to be the place where Vasco da Gama had landed in 1498. Check into hotel and spend night there.

Enjoy a leisurely day at Kappad Beach, wherein you can indulge in various beach activities or just sit back and watch. Later you can watch a demonstration of Kalaraipaittu Martial Arts form of Asia. Return to hotel at night.

Drive to Kannur and on the way visit the historical towns of Mahe and Thalasseri. Check into hotel and stay overnight.

Today we will drive you to Mangalore and en route let you visit the 300 year old Bekal Fort. Check into a hotel at Mangalore and stay overnight.

Today we leave for Coondapoor and on the way visit Moodbatri, which houses the 1000 Pillar Jain Temple and Karkal Gomateswara’s Twin Statue. Thereafter, visit Udipi Krishna Temple. Upon reaching Coondapoor, check into hotel and spend the night.

After breakfast, drive towards Karwar and on the way you will visit Bhatkal Fort – standing tall as one of India’s oldest forts. On reaching Karvar, check into the hotel and spend the night.

Early in the morning we will drive you to Goa – India’s Beach Wonder. Spend the rest of the day exploring Goa’s breathtakingly beautiful beaches lapped by the warm waters of the Arabian Sea. Check into a beach resort and stay overnight.

Embark on a full-day sightseeing tour of Goa. Visit major destinations in Old Goa, Panjim, the sun kissed beaches, the verdant countryside, and the abundant wildlife. We will take you to the famous monuments, churches, temples and other tourist attractions. Return to hotel at night.

This last day of your Beach and Backwaters Tours will be devoted to exploring some more tourist spots of Goa. Visist the Gothic churches, the beachfront markets, the quaint cities, towns and cobbled alleyways – there’s so much to see! Relish the innumerable flavors and tastes of Goan Cuisine. Return to hotel at night.

Transfer to Goa airport and board the connecting flight to your next destination.

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