Kerala Beach and Backwaters
Description
Duration : 6 Nights / 7 Days
Destinations Covered : Kovalam – Varkala – Kollam – Allepey – Kumarakom – Kochi
Day 01 Arrive at Trivandrum
Arrive Trivandrum, the Capital city of Kerala and drive to Kovalam
beach, one of the finest beaches of the world. Half day sightseeing of
Trivandrum covering Padmanabha Palace, Museum Complex, Sri Chitra Art
Gallery and the temple. Overnight at Kovalam Resort.
Day 02 : Kovalam
Start the day with a sumptuous breakfast and enjoy the Kovalam beach
located 16 km south of Trivandrum city. Kovalam is a world-famous beach ,
which has been a favourite spot for tourists. This beach has lovely
coconut palms fringe the golden sands. Tourists throng Ayurvedic
parlours, yoga and meditation centers, that have sprung up all over the
place. Spend the whole day on the sandy beaches of Kovalam. This day is
to relax sipping coconut water at the breathtaking beaches OR proceed
for Catamaran ride. Overnight at Resort.
Day 03 : Varkala
Leave the hotel after a moth watering South Indian breakfast. Drive
to the pristine Varkala beach famous for Hindu Pilgrim center. According
to ancient Hindu beliefs bathing in the sea off the coast of Varkala
cleanses you of your sins and hence it is often referred to as the
“Papanasini”, or sin-reliever in local parlance. The 2000 year old
Janardana Swamy Temple and the Nature Center are the two main
attractions of Varkala. It has a breathtaking scenery of the High cliffs
rising over the beach and spurting mineral water springs. Overnight at
Resort.
Day 04 : Kollam
Today morning have your breakfast and then you will head to Kollam
known for seductive backwaters. The eight branches of Ashtamudi Lake
meet at Neendakara and along this lake are some of the most beautiful
sceneries which can be best explored by a boat ride. Here you will stay
in a backwater resort on the bank of Ashtamudi Lake. Visit one of the
oldest ports of the Malabar Coast that were once the centre of
international spice trade. Kollam is famous for its delicious Cashew and
Seafood. After checking in hotel proceed to see some historic remains
and the temples built in ornate style. One can also visit the village to
know the life style and culture of locals. Overnight at hotel.
Day 05 : Allepey
Breakfast at Hotel. Drive to Boat Jetty point to take a backwater
cruise to Allepey. The eight hour boat trip between Kollam and
Alappuzha is the longest and most enchanting experience on the
backwaters of Kerala. Arrive at Allepey – the Venice of the East and
explore the enchanting destinations of this beautiful coastal city. It
is also a major center for backwaters boat trips. Overnight stay at
hotel.
Day 06 : Kumarakom
After an early morning breakfast, drive to Kumarakom and upon
arrival, experience the fascinating natural beauty of this destination.
Take a cruise on the backwaters in traditional country canoes called
“vanjis” to see the agricultural activities of the local people living
on the back waters.
Day 07 : Cochin
On the last day of the tour transfer to the airport after breakfast to connect the flight for onward destination.
