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Kerala: Beaches & Backwaters

7 days
Start and end in Kochi (Cochin)
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11 traveler reviews
Kerala: Beaches & Backwaters - G Adventures
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Plan your adventure:
  • In-depth Cultural
  • Beach
  • Group
  • Fully Guided
  • Explorer
Fully Guided
An experienced guide will be with you for the entire tour
Guided in English
Group Size 10 - 18
Age range 18 to 39
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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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  • Transport
  • Free eSIM
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  • Insurance
  • Optional
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Where You'll Stay

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Customer Reviews

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    Excellent
    4.9
  • Itinerary
    Average
    3.0
  • Guide
    Excellent
    4.7
  • Transport
    Excellent
    4.7
  • Accommodation
    Excellent
    4.4
  • Food
    Average
    3.0
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  • OM
    · January 22nd, 2024
    What I was looking for: - do more cultural...
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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
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    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
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    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
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    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
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    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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  • Kerala: Beaches & Backwaters reviewer 6
    · February 3rd, 2020
    Such an amazing trip. So much packed in to just...
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    Trip date: January 2020
  • A
    · October 29th, 2018
    I had a great experience
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    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.
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    Trip date: October 2018
  • A
    · October 25th, 2018
    Really enjoyed this tour, the activities and the guide were great
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    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
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    Trip date: October 2018

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

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    • How is rooming arranged on the tour?

      Rooming is typically based on twin-sharing. If you are traveling solo or have an odd number of travelers, you may opt for a single supplement or choose to share with another solo traveler of the same gender.

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      Yes, it is mandatory for all travelers to possess Emergency Medical Travel Insurance that covers medical expenses, emergency evacuation, and repatriation. The policy must cover at least 200,000.00 USD per traveler.

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      Yes, you can arrive at any time on Day 1, but it is recommended to arrive by 2-3pm to attend the welcome meeting typically held at 6pm.

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