Kerala Tour Packages

Here, are the list of some of the Tour options for the visitors. Better have a look& decide based on available days for tour. 

Name	Places Include	Day/Night
Wayanad Tour	Calicut-Wayanad-Vythiri	2N/3D
Kerala Hillstation Tour	Cochin-Munnar	2N/3D
Trivandrum Tour	Trivandrum-Kovalam	2N/3D
Kerala Package	Cochin – Munnar – Thekkady-Periyar	3N/4D
Kerala Package	Cochin – Munnar – Kumarakom	3N/4D
Wildlife Package	Cochin-Thekkady	3N/4D
Malabar Package	Calicut – Wayanad	3N/4D
Backwater Tour	Cochin – Kumarakom	3N/4D
North Kerala Tour	Bekal	3N /4D
Beach Tour	Cochin – Kovalam - Trivandrum	3N/4D
Beach &Backwater Tour	Cochin – Kumarakom - Alleppey - Varkala - Trivandrum	4N/5D
Best Of Kerala	Cochin – Munnar – Thekkady / Periyar – Kumarakom – Alleppey Houseboat	5N/6D
Best Of Kerala	Trivandrum – Kovalam – Alleppey – Kumarakom – Athirappilly - Cochin	5N/6 D
Honeymoon Tour	Athirappilly - Munnar – Alleppey Houseboat – Cherai – Cochin	5 N /6 D
Kerala Package	Munnar - Thekkady - Kumarakom – Alleppey– Kovalam	7N/8D
Kerala tour	Cochin-Munnar-Thekkady-Kumarakom	7N/8D
Kerala Package	Trivandrum – Kovalam – Alleppey – Kumarakom – Thekkady - Munnar	8N/9D
Kerala Package	Cochin-Munnar-Thekkady-Kumarakom-Varkala	8N/9D
Best Of Kerala	Cochin – Kuttanadu - Munnar - Periyar – Kumarakom – Houseboat - Kovalam	10N/11D
Honeymoon Package	Athirappilly - Munnar – Alleppey Houseboat – Cherai – Cochin	5N/6D
Backwaters of Kerala	Cochin-Munnar- Kumarakom-House Boat -Cochin	3N/4D
Honeymoon Special Package	Munnar – Thekkady - Alleppey Houseboat – Kumarakom	5N/6D
Beach and Backwater	Kumarakom,Alleppey,Kovalam	5 N/6D
Beach and Backwater	Mararikulam |Alleppey |Cochin	4N/5D
Beach and Backwater	Alleppey Varkala Trivandrum	4N/5D
Best of Kerala	Cochin - Alleppey - Thekkady - Athirappilly - Cherai	7N / 8 D
Wild Life And Beaches	Cochin - Thekkady-Periyar - Kumarakom - Alleppey - Mararikulam	10 N/11 D
Vagamon - Kumarakom - Alleppey	Vagamon - Kumarakom - Alleppey	5N/4D
Hill station	Munnar–Thekkady–Vagamon	6 D / 5 N
Kerala Misty Mountain	Cochin-Munnar-Thekkady-Cochin	4N/5D
Bekal Honeymoon Tour	Bekal	3N/4D

Alleppey Backwater

District:                   Alleppey

Highlights:

 

Alappuzha, also known by the name Alleppey, and is popularly known as the  Venice of the east.  Alappuzha backwaters offers a delightful experience to tourists. Alappuzha has a unique feature of the water being in level with the land. This distinguished feature allows tourists to gaze amazingly at onshore country life while taking an exotic boat ride on the backwaters. Alappuzha is known for underwater marine life, houseboat cruises and home to exotic birds& beautiful flowers.

Boat races: The Nehru Boat race at the backwaters offers a spectacular view to tourist. It is held on the second Saturday of every August. The attractive& cheerful atmosphere gives an added look to Alleppey. Snake boat races are held every year around the time of Onam. Gallant boats known as Chundanvalloms compete for the Nehru trophy.

Water Sports: Tourists can participate in numerous beach activities offered on the beautiful Alappuzha beach. The water sports include surfing, para-sailing, swimming in the clear blue sea, playing a game of beach volleyball.

Near by tourist spot are:

Kuttanad known as the rice bowl of Kerala is at the heart of the backwaters. The scenic countryside with its glowing Waterways, Coconut trees and Banana trees

Krishnapuram Palace - The 18th century Krishnapuram Palace built during the reign of the Travancore monarch, Marthanda Varma exemplifies typical traits of Kerala architecture-gabled roofs, dormer windows, narrow corridors.

Ambalappuzha (Pilgrim Center) - The Sri Krishna Temple at Ambalapuzha, 14 kms from Alleppey boasts of typical temple architecture of Kerala.

Pathiramanal - This liitle islet in the Backwaters, 14 kilometers from Alappuzha is favorite haunt of rare migratory birds from across the world. 

Access:

• Airport: Kochi International Airport, 75 Km
• Railway station: Alleppey Station, 10 Km
• Road: Well connected road

Stay:

• Kovilakam Resort
• Punnamada Backwater resort
• The Marari Beach resort
• Coir Village resort

Best Time:                     August to May

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Kochi Backwater

District:                   Ernakulam

Highlights:

Kochi, known as Queen of the Arabian Sea. Cochin (Kochi) is believed to be the finest natural harbour in the world. It is a cluster of islands on the vast expanse of the Vembanad Lake. Because of its commercial importance, Kochi has a blend of several exotic cultures like the Portuguese, Jewish, English, French, Dutch and Chinese. 

Boat Rides are a major tourist attraction at Kochi Backwaters . Tourists can gaze amazingly at onshore country life while taking an exotic boat ride on the backwaters. Houseboats sail past each other with magnificent views of the country life.

Ferry rides in Kochi backwaters commands a breathtaking view due to its lush green lawns sloping down to the water's edge. Giant Chinese fishing nets that billow from massive teak and bamboo poles dot the entrance to the harbor.

Houseboats in Kochi Backwaters: Houseboats are a unique way to experience the beauty of Cochin.

Bolghatty Island: Bolghatty palace, built by the Dutch in 1744 for their governors and later used by the British governors is situated here. Today it is a Kerala Tourism Development Corporation (KTDC) owned hotel.
Willington Island: This is situated in the backwaters and is named after the British viceroy to India, Lord Willington. The headquarters of the naval command, port trust, trading centers etc are located here.
Fort Kochi: A fishing village, Fort Kochi became a European trading center in the middle ages.
Mattancherry Palace (Dutch Palace): This was built by some foreigners on Hindu architectural style in 1555.
St Francis Church: Built of wood in 1503, it may be the oldest European church in India. Vasco-da-Gama was buried here.    

 The Jewish synagogue, the Dutch palace, the Chinese Fishing nets, and features of European and Asian architecture blend into the tradition of the city.

Access:

• Airport: Kochi International Aiport
• Railway station: Ernakulam Railway station
• Road: Well connected road

Stay:

• Bolgatty Palace in Kochi
• Bruton Boat yard
• Malabar House Residency
• Poovath Hotel
• Royal Village Resort

Best Time:            August to June

Kollam Backwater

District:              Kollam

 

Highlights:

Kollam was the epicenter of trade in Ancient times.  Kollam backwaters are famous for its variety fishes, coconuts and cashew nuts. Kollam is located on the banks of the Ashtamudi Lake, the Lake includes eight streams that covers a major portion of Kollam. The amazing sights of canals, blooming water rays, the natural songs of birds all adds to Kollam Backwater

The backwater tour from Kollam to Alappuzha is the longest cruise in Kerala. This boat ride from Kollam to Alappuzha takes 8 hours and is a delightful ride. The famous "Cheenavala" or Chinese fishing nets can also be seen along the backwaters. 

 

Sasthamkotta fresh water lake: Sasthamkotta is situated on the banks of Kallada River, 26 kilometers from the Kollam city. The holy temple with Lord Shasta's deity is located here. The temple of Dharmasastha dedicated to Lord Ayappa is located here.

Thirumullavaram beach: Thirumullavaram beach is located in the heart of the city and makes a major tourist spot. Also you can capture, Mahavishnu Temple, believed to have been blessed by Parasurama, the legendary creator of Kerala.

Subramanya temple: The Subramanya temple is located at Mayanad, 10 Km from Kollam. It is the most important of the nine temples located here. 

The 144 ft. Thangassery Light house, built in 1902, is a centre of attraction in Kollam.

Rameshwara temple: The temple echoes a Pandyan influence and is decorated with Tamil inscriptions between the 12th and 16th centuries. The Vyala monster sculptures make you feel that the creatures in the temple are living beings.

Ashtamudi Lake: Kollam stands along Ashtamudi Lake and is a major attraction for its elegance and architectural beauty. Tourists can stay here at economical rates.

Ananda Valleeswaram Temple: The Ananda Valleeswaram Temple of Kollam attracts people on almost all days. There are several Churches and Mosques around Kollam. The Pullichira Church was established in 1700 A.D. Mahatma Gandhi beach & park at Kochupilamoodu, Thirumullavaram beach and Ashramam picnic village, are some of the important spots of local sight seeing.

Access:

• Airport: Trivandrum International Airport, 71 Km
• Railway station: Kollam Jn
• Road: Excellent road network

Stay:

• Astamudi resort Kollam
• Hotel Aquaserene Kollam
• Nila Palace Kollam
• Hotel Comfort Regency Kollam
  

Best Time:     August to June

Trivandrum Backwater

 

District:                            Trivandrum

Highlights:

The backwaters of Trivandrum provide the picturesque view of a paradise. The beautiful lagoons, lakes, canals and rivers are lined up along the dense tropical vegetation of Trivandrum. It is a breathtaking experience through the network of waterways.

The main highlights of Trivandrum is glistening Thiruvallam backwaters. Killi& Karamana are the two rivers which constitute the water network for Trivandrum backwater. Tourists can experience breathtaking views of onshore activities while on Thiruvallam backwaters cruises. Trivandrum backwater also offers short tour on traditional boat known as kettuvallom that delivers a memorable experience to tourists.

Other attractions Includes....

Padmanabhaswamy temple: The most beautiful landmark in the town, it has a seven story tower, number of pillars, numerous carvings and eye-catching paintings.

Museum complex: The museum contains paintings and other collections of the royal family. Also it has art gallery, zoological& botanical gardens.

Kanakakkunnu Palace: Today it is a venue for cultural and other public functions.

Science & Technology museum: It is a excellent spot for students& researchers.

Sanghumugham beach: A favorite spot for sunset watchers. A gigantic 35 m sculpture of a mermaid, called Matsya Kanyaka adds an extra punch to Trivandrum tourism.

Neyyar dam: It is a popular picnic spot and has a watchtower, crocodile farm, lion safari park and a deer park etc.

Access:

• Airport: Trivandrum Airport, 10 Km
• Railway station: Trivandrum Railway station, 8 Km
• Road: Well connected Road, 8 Km from Trivandrum city
  

Stay:

• Fortune South Park
• Hotel Residency tower
• Hotel Sai Lucia
  

Best time:     August to June

Kasaragod Backwater

                               

District:               Kasaragod

Highlights:

Kasargod, Locates Northern part of Kerala, offers a delightful experience for tourists. Chandragiri& Valiyaparamba are the main backwater spot in Kasaragod.

Chandragiri: It is located 4 Km away from Kasargod town. Kasargod Backwaters offer traditional houseboat cruises in& around the green coastal stretches of Chandragiri. You can enjoy the sight of palm groves while on a boat ride. You can catch a glimpse of the amazing fort at Chandragiri, built in the 17th century. The fort offers spectacular sunset views over the sea near Kasargod.

Valiyaparamba: Locates at Neeleshwar, an extension of backwaters in Kasargod. The island of Valiyaparamba formed by four rivers. The place is an ecological tourism spot. The mind blowing scenes of the water birds and the green vegetation as you cruise along on your houseboat.

Bekal Beach: Bekal beach, is one of the exciting spot on backwater tourism at Kasaragod. The attractive palms decorated its coastal area& the fort gives a special excitement to touists. The famous Bekal fort holds historic moments& this fort area have 35 acres of land and occupies a prime position in the history of Kerala.The fort is constructed by Tippu Sultan during his tenure as a Sultan.


Bekal Park- Bekal Aqua Park 1 Km north of the Bekal Fort adds an extra punch to Kasaragod tourism.

Theyyam- A living Cult with seral thousand year old tradtions, rituals& customs is another attractions, the tourists can experience in Kasaragod.

Tourist can also have an eye on Anathapura Lake Temple, 30 Km from Kasaragod. The temple built in 19th Century AD

Access: 

• Airport: Mangalore Airport, 80 Km
• Railway station: Kasaragod, 15 Km
• Road: Well connected road, 5 Km from Pallikkara town

Stay:

• Vivanta by Taj Bekal
• The Lalit resort& Spa Bekal
• Neeleshwar Hermitage
  

Best Time:                       August to May

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Kozhikode Backwater

 District:                    Kozhikode

Highlights:

Kozhikode, previously known as Calicut, is an important and scenic town in North Kerala. Kozhikode is well known for its historic buildings, beautiful green countryside, land of serene beaches, ancient monuments, wildlife sanctuaries, rivers, hills, a unique culture and a warm, friendly ambiance, Kozhikode is a much sought after destination hospitality and cosmopolitan culture. Kozhikode has several institutions of higher learning including a National Institute of Technology and an Indian Institute of Management.

The backwaters of Kozhikode offer great options for touirst like Elathur, the Canolly Canal and the Kallai river are favorite haunts for boating. 

Kadalundi, the beautiful bird sanctuary is a charming spot. Korapuzha, the venue of the Korapuzha Jalotsavam is another popular water sport destination. 

Kozhikode Beach: Famous for the spectacular sunset view

Pazhassirajah Museum: Located 5 km from Kozhikode, the museum holds collection of ancient coins, bronze sculptures, paintings and murals and temple models.

Art Gallery: The Art Gallery located next to the Pazhassirajah Museum has a collections of paintings by the renowned painter from Kerala Raja Ravi Varma and Raja Raja Varma.

Beypore: Located 10 km to the south of Kozhikode on the mouth of the Chaliyar River, Beypore is a famous fishing harbor, port and boat building center.

Kappad Beach: Located 16 km from Kozhikode has historic touch, where Vasco da Gama stepped onto Indian soil on the May 1498. 

Access:

• Airport: Calicut Airport, 25 Km
• Railway station: Kozhikode Station, 8 Km 
• Road: Well connected road

Stay:

• Hotel Taj residency
• Hotel Malabar Palace
• The Gateway Hotel Beach road
• Emarald Hotel

Best Time: August to May

Kuttanadu Backwater

 District:            Alleppey

Highlights:

Kuttand, better can be delineated as  "Rice Land of Kerala", the green beauty describes it all. Kuttand is a most exciting backwater destination in Kerala. Kuttanad is famous because of its natural abundance in Canals, Rivers, Paddy Fields, Back waters etc. and geological& geographical similarities.

 

Kuttanad has well connected water ways decorated with Banana, Coconut& Yam along the side of field and eye-catching beauty of paddy fields. Kuttunadu locates One meter below Sea level, that itself gives a special attractions to tourists. Enjoy a memorable trip to Kuttanadu while on Kerala tours.

Agriculture is the main source of lively hood for the people there. They cultivate paddy after pumping out the water& protecting them with boundaries of clay or sand bunds.

The rhythms and music of heavy rain& wind, fully flowing rivers and canals, are gift of god to be enjoyed.

Snake boat race is in Kuttand give another memorable experience to tourist. Various types of boats, from large Chundan Valloms( Snake boat) to the small country boats, participate in these boat races which are worth watchig& momorable beauty. The boat race may include Moolam Vallom Kali, Nehru Trophy Vallom Kali, Jala Maholsavam etc.

 

Access:

• Airport: Cochin International Airport, 83 Km
• Railway station: Alleppey, 8 Km
• Road: 8 Min travel from Alleppey town

Stay:

• Kuttand River resort
• Coir Village resort
• Kovialakam Lake resort
• Punnamada Back water resort
• Scenic Villa

Best time:                      August to March

 

Kumarakam Backwater

 

District:                 Kottayam

Highlights: 

Kumarakom is one of the best& exciting backwater destination in Kerala. Located on Vembanad Lake, Kumarakom consists of group of islands that has been arranged into numerous tourist resorts. Luxury resort delvers better service to tourist. Kumarakam  backwater service bring you stress free life& a life time memorable journey.

Vembanadu lake is home to several marine life's exclusively the 'Karimeen' (Pearl Spotted Fish), the 'Chemeen' (Prawns) and the 'Konju' (Tiger Prawns)

Kumarakom is extremely fascinating& beautiful. The blue backwaters& the surface of Vembanadu Lake reflect the shining sky. The amazing green beauty of the mangroves, coconut palms, and paddy fields adds another punch to Kumarakom tourism. Channels connects land& the lake water. Kumarakam is a must see holiday destination on Kerala tours with Kerala Backwater.

While in Kumarakom you can reach other attractive places& other tourism spots and also you can opt ayurvedic massage, temple visit etc

Access:

• Airport: Cochin International Airport, 75 Km
• Railway station: Kottayam, 20 Km
• Road: 15 Km from Kottayam town

Stay:

• Kumarakom resort
• coconut lagoon resort
• Backwater ripples
• Whispering Palms
• Cocobay resort

Best time: August to May 

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Backwater

 

Life is to enjoy! So enjoy your life by making a memorable journey to the land of back water. A breath taking journey to the God’s own country make you feel in heaven. Backwater beauty is the major reason for attracting tourists to Kerala. Long journey through connected waterways brings happiness& joyful mood to you. Let me share you about backwater…. 

Backwater is a series of interconnected Canals, lakes& other water ways. It connects land, water& sky that bring special feelings to you. Backwater boat, traditional house boats constructed by expert team take you away from land for awhile. The flashing water waves& jumping fish make nostalgia. The construction of boat has done in such way that you never feel you were in a boat. Complete facility like that in a three star Hotel. Its construction is so attractive& traditional; 60-70 meter long house boat is nothing but a living palace in water. When you were in water, you are free from all disturbances, only the murmur of water waves. You can put yourself in relaxed mode. The fertile land& Fisherman were another attraction of backwater. They meet their livelihood through fishing& helping tourist. School children make their way through this water ways. The scenic beauty has led backwater as the most attractive tourist destination in Kerala. Wide spread coconut tree& small local traditional boats were makes the backwater journey Incredible!

Some of the major attractive locations are

·         Alleppy

·         Kumarakam

·         Alappuzha

·         Kasargod

·         Kollam

·         Kottayam

·         Kozhikode

·         Kuttanad

·         Thiruvallam

·         Trivandrum