India Tour - Beaches & Backwaters

Highlights

Relaxing backwaters, homestay, quiet beaches, wildlife, south Indian cuisine.

Description

Watch the sunset through the cantilevered fishing nets of Kochi, stretch out on white sand beaches, drift through the tranquil backwaters and arise at dawn to see the wildlife at its most active. This seven-day tour offers a quick introduction to the diversity of Southern India. Inhale the exotic perfume of cardamom as you stroll through a spice gardens and unwind with some yoga in your free time. Really meet the locals and spend the night with a local family on a tour that's all about authentic cultural experience.

• StartFinish
• Kochi
• What's Included
• Orientation walk Fort Kochi, Kerala boat tour, Allepey homestay, Entrance fees and guided walk in Periyar Tiger Reserve, Spice Plantations
• Group Size Notes
• Max 15, Avg 10
• Group Leader
• Chief Experience Officer (CEO) throughout.
• Meals Included
• 1 Breakfast, 1 Lunch, 1 Dinner.
• Transport
• Bus, Boat, Taxi, Auto Rickshaw, Cycle Rickshaw
• Accommodation
• Hotels/guesthouses (5 nts), Homestay (1 nt)
• Meal Budget
• Allow USD115-150 for meals not included
• My Own Room
• Please note that if you have booked the "My Own Room" option for this tour, you will receive your own single room for all night stops on tour.
• Recommendation
• Looking to explore the Stunning Taj? Check out TAHGTC

Day 1 Kochi

Arrive at any time.

Day 2 Allepey (B,L,D)

Orientation walk in the morning. Private bus to Allepey. Riverboat to homestay. Experience local life and enjoy a guided walk along the lagoon.

Day 3-4 Periyar Tiger Reserve

Enjoy a guided walk to the Periyar Tiger Reserve and spice plantation.

Day 5-6 Varkala

Lots of free time to explore the temple town.

Day 7 Depart Kochi

Travel back to Kochi and free to depart anytime after 2pm.