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Kerala: Beaches & Backwaters

7 days
Start and end in Kochi (Cochin)
4.9
11 traveler reviews
Kerala: Beaches & Backwaters - G Adventures
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Age range:
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Tour id:
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Highlights

  • Stroll through Fort Kochi's seaside neighborhood
  • Explore Alleppey's backwaters on a ferry cruise
  • Visit Kollam's bustling fishing docks
  • Relax or explore spiritual sites in Varkala
  • Discover Kochi's historic sites and nightlife

Itinerary

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  1. Introduction
  1. Day 1 Kochi
  2. Day 2 Kochi/Alleppey (1L, 1D)
  3. Day 3 Alleppey/Kollam (1B)
  4. Day 4 Kollam/Varkala
  5. Day 5 Varkala
  6. Day 6 Varkala/Kochi
  7. Day 7 Kochi
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What's Included

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  • Accommodation
  • Guide
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  • Transport

What's Not Included

  • Insurance
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Where You'll Stay

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Number of tours

755

Age Range

12 to 90 years old

Response time

2 hours

Response rate

96%

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Customer Reviews

  • Overall Rating
    Excellent
    4.9
  • Itinerary
    Average
    3.0
  • Guide
    Excellent
    4.7
  • Transport
    Excellent
    4.7
  • Accommodation
    Excellent
    4.4
  • Food
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    3.0
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  • OM
    · January 22nd, 2024
    What I was looking for: - do more cultural activities than when travelling solo (I usually do none) - stay with a chill group of people for a week - see Kerala that I heard so much about My experience: - this tour has limited activities. It’s in the itinerary. I booked the only one that matches my dates without checking too much… - the group was pretty cool. The restaurants / bars we were recommended were bad though. - I got to see Kerala. The walk through the rice fields was amazing Overall, I’d say go for it if you’re not comfortable travelling on your own. The 2 days in the backwaters were worth going on a tour. The beach is better done solo travelling / resort / hostel.
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    G Adventures commented on this review
    Thank you for your review, Oswald. We are happy to read about your overall experience and will pass on the feedback concerning restaurant recommendations. We hope to see you on another tour soon!
    Trip date: January 2024
  • A
    · October 26th, 2022
    Great trip, would recommend
    G Adventures commented on this review
    Thanks so much for your feedback - We were happy to hear that you had a great trip
    Trip date: October 2022
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  • A
    · October 26th, 2022
    Great trip, would recommend
    G Adventures commented on this review
    Thanks so much for your feedback - We were happy to hear that you had a great trip
    Trip date: October 2022
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  • A
    · October 26th, 2022
    Great trip, would recommend
    G Adventures commented on this review
    Thanks so much for your feedback - We were happy to hear that you had a great trip
    Trip date: October 2022
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  • A
    · October 26th, 2022
    Great trip, would recommend
    G Adventures commented on this review
    Thanks so much for your feedback - We were happy to hear that you had a great trip
    Trip date: October 2022
    Review collected by G Adventures
  • Kerala: Beaches & Backwaters reviewer 6
    · February 3rd, 2020
    Such an amazing trip. So much packed in to just 7 short day’s. The guide was great and shared some great knowledge on the history of the area as well as suggesting some great activities.
    Trip date: January 2020
  • A
    · October 29th, 2018
    I had a great experience
    Trip date: October 2018
  • A
    · October 30th, 2018
    Group was friendly, warm and inviting. Made friends with whom I still maintain contact. CEO was knowledgeable and answered all my questions. Meals were delicious and the accommodations were comfortable and clean.
    Trip date: October 2018
  • A
    · October 25th, 2018
    Really enjoyed this tour, the activities and the guide were great
    Trip date: October 2018
  • A
    · October 21st, 2018
    I've enjiyed all G adventures tours but the pace and accommodation won't suit suit everyone
    Trip date: October 2018

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7 days
Kerala: Beaches & Backwaters
From Kochi (Cochin) to Kochi (Cochin)

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      This tour typically hosts a group of travelers; however, the exact number can vary. It is advised to check closer to the tour date for an accurate count.

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    • Can I arrive at any time on the first day of the tour?

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