The backwaters in Kerala of dappled, green
waters. Fringes of dense tropical greenery
are a world of serenity and wonderment. The
coastal regions of Kerala have a network of
waterways, inlets from the sea, estuaries
of over forty rivers, lakes and natural canals
connecting coastal towns. This interlinked
body of waterways with network of innumerable
lagoons, lakes, canals, estuaries and the
deltas of forty-four rivers that drain into
the Arabian Sea is known as the backwaters
in Kerala. Over 900 Km of the Kerala backwaters
are navigable and have been used for centuries
by the local people for transportation. You
can travel on these waterways on a traditional
houseboat and enjoy the scenic beauty of the
backwaters in Kerala, while on Kerala tours
with Kerala Backwater. Today, Kerala Backwaters
has become the most exciting tourist spot
in India.
The backwaters of Kerala have a unique ecosystem
- freshwater from the rivers meets the seawater
from the Arabian Sea in the backwaters in
Kerala. Many unique species of aquatic life
including crabs, frogs and mudskippers, water
birds such as terns, kingfishers, darters
and cormorants, and animals such as otters
and turtles live in and alongside the backwaters
in Kerala. Palm trees, pandanus shrubs, various
leafy plants and bushes grow alongside the
Kerala backwaters, providing a green hue to
the surrounding landscape. You can see the
amazing flora and fauna of the backwaters
in Kerala, while on Kerala tours with Kerala
Backwater.
The fisher folk and people who live along
the backwaters in Kerala have a unique relationship
with the Kerala backwaters. The backwaters
in Kerala are the source of the local people's
livelihood. The fish caught from its waters,
the paddy, coconut and other crops harvested
along its banks, the boats they build and
use to transport them across the labyrinthine
backwaters in Kerala, are all an integral
part of their traditional way of life. You
can see the traditional lifestyle of the backwaters
in Kerala on tours to Kerala with Kerala Backwater.
Tour of Kerala & Kerala Backwater
Duration : 08 Nights / 09 Days
Destination covered : Cochin - Periyar - Munnar
- Kumarakom - Alappuzha - Trivandrum - Cape
Camorin
Day 01 : Cochin
Arrive Cochin, meet our representative at
arrival hall & transfer to your hotel.
Afternoon sightseeing tour of Cochin including
The Dutch Palace at Mattancherry is renowned
for its wall murals depicting scenes from
the Ramayana. The Jewish Synagogue at the
heart of what is locally called the Jew Town.
The St. Francis Church, the oldest European
church in India. The Santa Cruz Basilica,
originally built in 1557 by the Portuguese.
The Chinese fishing nets are huge cantilevered
fishing nets believed to have brought to Kochi
by Chinese traders. Finally, the Willingdon
Island, named after Lord Willingdon, is the
headquarters of the Southern Naval Command
of India.
Day 02 : Periyar
Morning drive on a scenic route dotted with
plantations of rubber, cardamom, cocoa, green
pepper and areca nut, to the wildlife reserve
at Periyar. Arrive Periyar and check –
in at hotel. Rest of the day free for walk
around in the peaceful town known for various
Spice and coffee plantations.
Day 03 : Munnar
Early morning enjoy a boat ride on Lake Periyar
to see wild elephants. Afternoon drive to
Munnar, the famous hill station of Kerala.
Arrive Munnar and check – in at hotel.
Day 04 : Munnar
Day is free to relax and to walk around. Munnar
is situated near the Anaimudi Peak, the highest
peak in the Western Ghats.
Day 05 : Kumarakom
Morning drive to Kumarakom near Kottayam and
stay in one of the backwater resorts. The
panoramic backwaters here offer an ideal retreat
to enjoy nature at its best.
Day 06 : Alappuzha
Morning drive a short distance before switching
over to a boat for a through many canals and
waterways up to Alleppey. The backwater cruise
in a country boat is the best way to explore
the villages and rural life. In Alleppey you
will be taken aboard your floating houseboat,
a different boat with a bedroom and en-suite
rest room for your comfort. Enjoy unlimited
surfing on backwaters, sip a coconut, get
disturbed by only the chirping of birds and
occasional ripples in water and savor mouthwatering
delicacies prepared in front of you by your
Kitchen crew. Spend the night on board the
houseboat. Enjoy a cruise on the backwater
through a maze of canals and lagoons and enjoy
freshly caught fresh water fish cooked to
your taste on board.
Day 07 : Trivandrum
Morning board your transport for an interesting
drive to Trivandrum. Afternoon sightseeing
tour of Trivandrum visiting The ancient temple
of Sri Padmanabhaswamy is one of the major
attractions in the city of Thiruvananthapuram.Napier
Museum was built in 1880 and shows a harmonious
blending of Kerala, Mughal, Chinese and Italian
architectural styles. Sri Chitra Art Gallery
has a good collection Tanjore, Mughal, and
Rajput schools of art. The Zoo in Thiruvananthapuram
has many shady and delightful walks.
Day 08 : Cape
Full day return excursion to Cape Camorin,
the southernmost part of the Indian mainland.
Visit the Vivekananda Memorial which is built
about 400 metres offshore.
Day 09 : Trivandrum
You will be accompanied by our representative
to airport to board flight for onward destination.
End of our services.
