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Captivating Kerala
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Length
6 Days
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Quality
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Starts in
Kochi (India)
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Ends in
Kochi (India)
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Available Tour Start Dates
APR 7, 2026 to JAN 1, 2028
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Activity Level
No Rating Provided
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Language
English
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Guaranteed Date(s)
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$983.25
Overview
Leave the world behind and connect with the enchanting sounds of nature in Kerala. Savor its lingering aroma of spices, the gentle lapping of its backwaters and its vivid colors at every turn.
Visited During Tour
Alleppey Backwater (India) | Kochi (India) | Kumarakom (India) | Periyar National Park (India)
Dates, Offers & Prices
Tour Itinerary
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Dates, Offers & Prices
The following are Captivating Kerala tour dates available from Trafalgar. Select a bonus offer graphic to view its details, including its terms.
Tour Itinerary
Trafalgar Tour Code 654-1783
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1Welcome to Kochi, Gateway to the Backwaters of Kerala
On arrival at Kochi Airport, you’ll be transferred to your hotel. The bountiful backwaters of Kerala, ‘God’s Own Country’, welcome you. This slice of southern India is a lush garden filled with spices, brilliant colors and the enchanting sounds of nature. Relax on the tranquil shores of the Arabian Sea and let the freshest seafood melt in your mouth as you sink into a simpler way of life – one where nature sets the pace for the day. Later, join your Travel Director and fellow travelers for local appetizers.
Accommodations: Holiday Inn -
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2Nature and Relaxation in Periyar Dive Into Culture
Today you travel into Kerala’s lush landscapes to Periyar, named after the state’s longest river which winds through the Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary and National Park. On arrival, you may choose to join an Optional Experience boat ride on Periyar Lake, watching for elephants and sambar deer along the shore and looking out for birdlife and smooth-coated otters in the shallows. Later, you’ll head to your hotel to freshen up before you Dive Into Culture with a Kalarippayattu performance, as trained Kalari warriors demonstrate this ancient martial art and you’ll try a few moves under the guidance of skilled masters.
- Meals Included:
- Breakfast
- Dinner
Accommodations: Elephant Court -
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3Onwards to Kumarakom Dive Into Culture
The intoxicating scents of cardamom, cinnamon and cloves linger long after today’s encounter with Kerala’s famous spices. Your first stop is a visit to Kumily Spice Garden, where you’ll learn how the locals grow and share an astounding variety of flavourful spices, ranging from pepper and ginger to vanilla and cardamom, the 'Queen of Spices'. Gain in-depth insights into the process of spice cultivation and discover how Kerala’s international spice trade has shaped its culture and heritage. There’s more to experience as you head to Kumarakom, a tranquil village set on the peaceful banks of Lake Vembanad, the largest lake in Kerala. Embark on a walking tour and Dive Into Culture as you admire the vibrant day-to-day of village life in the regional market and lively streets.
- Meals Included:
- Breakfast
- Dinner
Accommodations: Backwater Ripples -
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4Cruise the Calm Backwaters
Kerala’s intrinsic relationship with water takes center stage today. But first, perhaps start your morning with an optional yoga session, embracing the tranquility of your surroundings before breakfast. Then, board a traditional houseboat for a cruise through Kerala’s iconic waterways. Take a deep breath and enjoy the slow, sultry pace of life as you wind your way to Alleppey, passing villagers in wooden Shikaras and palm-fringed shores. Even your ride for the day is rooted in history. These houseboats, known as Kettuvalloms, were once used to ferry rice and spices. Upon arriving in Alleppey, disembark and return to Kumarakom for dinner and a relaxing evening.
- Meals Included:
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
Accommodations: Backwater Ripples -
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5Explore Multi-Cultural Kochi Dive Into Culture Connect with Locals
The remnants of Kerala's colorful, centuries-old trading history are best explored in the old port city of Kochi. It was here that Chinese, Arab and European merchants came to buy the fragrant spices that found their way to tables all over the world. In turn, they left their mark on Kochi's architecture, cuisine and traditions. Colonial bungalows, Catholic churches, mosques and a European fort season the cityscape that was once known as the 'Queen of the Arabian Sea'. Enjoy time for lunch before embarking on a city tour to see first-hand this multicultural center, including views of the Mattancherry Dutch Palace and St. Francis Church, built by Portuguese traders. Visit the Fort Kochi area and see traditional cantilevered Chinese fishing nets, unique to this part of Kerala. See how these fixed land installations made on bamboo scaffolding are artfully lowered into the sea to catch the seafood for which Kochi is famous. This evening, Connect With Locals and enjoy a cooking demonstration with a local family followed by a delicious Be My Guest dinner.
- Meals Included:
- Breakfast
- Dinner
Accommodations: Holiday Inn -
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6Farewell Kochi
Your epic encounter with Kerala’s culture and natural wonders has come to an end, but your memories will last a lifetime. Say farewell to your travel companions and take an airport transfer for your onward flight.
- Meals Included:
- Breakfast
More Details
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Travelers Notes
* TRANSFERS: Complimentary transfers from and to Cochin International Airport (COK) in Kochi will operate per flight information details on the first and last day of the tour or in conjunction with pre and post accommodation booked through Trafalgar. Guests who have booked their extra hotel nights not at Trafalgar designated hotels should make their own transfer arrangements.* INDIA: USA passport holders require a visa for India. Visa must be obtained prior to departure, depending on visa type applications can be submitted from 120 days prior to departure up to 4 days prior to departure . * IMPORTANT: Please see important visa details sent with your invoice. * PROOF OF AIRLINE TICKET: Guests must print out their full flight itinerary including their e-ticket number to enter any airport in India. Due to heightened security at the airport, they must always also have their passport and visa handy. Ground Handler will provide printout of E -tickets to all the guests for internal flight sectors.* LUGGAGE ALLOWANCE: Each guest is permitted one bag with maximum dimensions of 58 linear inches (147 cm), the total of length, width, and height - and a weight not exceeding 44 lbs (20 kg). Guests may also bring one personal item, such as a purse, backpack, or similarly sized item that fits comfortably under the seat in front of them or the overhead compartment weighing no more than 15 lbs (7kg).* IMPORTANT: Minivans or minibuses may also be used depending on the group size. Motorcoaches without toilet facilities are used; the Tour Director will ensure to arrange regular stops on longer journeys to ensure guests' comfort throughout the tour.* GROUND HANDLER: This Land Trip is Operated by Le Passage to India and the Full Day Kerala Backwaters Cruise is Operated by Alleppey House Boat company.* NOTE: This Trip falls under Tour Deposit Level 2. Please refer to the Deposit, Payment and Cancellations policies on our website.
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