Tour overview

Destination: Cochin – Marari – Houseboat – Kovalam – Cochin

Overview

Lying on the magnificent Malabar Coast of India, Kerala is one of the top chosen states for its magnificent beaches and the backwater in India. The place provides major attractions for every sector and is allured with fascinating coastal beaches, backwaters, picture-perfect lakes Relax and enjoy the pleasant views at state’s drive-in beach. Ask Buddha Vacations to plan your Kerala Beach Holidays at best rates and excellent services.

Trip Highlights:

  • Explore the magnificent beaches of Kerala
  • Visit fishermen village & meet with locals
  • Enjoy houseboat stay in backwaters
  • Enjoy the cuisine of Kerala
  • Go for Yoga session
  • Try Ayurveda Massage
  • Enjoy the shopping in local market

Included

  • Welcome drink on arrival in hotels (Non-alcoholic)
  • Accommodation in hotels
  • Daily breakfast
  • Breakfast lunch and Dinner in Houseboat
  • Complimentary use of Wi-Fi in hotels
  • All transfers and tour by air conditioned private vehicle
  • Service of English Speaking Driver
  • All toll, parking, fuel charges and driver’s allowance
  • All applicable govt. taxes
  • Professional services of Buddha Vacations

Not Included

  • Any international flights
  • Visa charges
  • Entry fee to the monuments/Museum/Temples
  • Tour Guide Fee
  • Yoga & Ayurveda fee
  • Meals (Except Mentioned in inclusions)
  • Expenses of Personal use i.e. drinks, laundry charges, phone calls
  • Anything not mentioned in inclusions

Day 01. Arrive Cochin

Arrival at Cochin airport, you shall be picked up by Buddha Vacations’ representative holding the placard on your name. Meet assist and later you shall be transferred to booked hotel. Overnight stay.

Day 02. Cochin to Marari Beach (44kms/1hrs)

Morning breakfast in hotel check out and drive Marari. Marari is a beautiful beach destination located just 44kms from the Kerala’s Capital city Cochin. It is amongst the most popular beaches amongst the foreign tourist.
Reach Marari and transfer to resort, Day free to explore the Marari beach. Overnight stay.

Day 03. Marari & Fisherman’ village

Morning breakfast in and proceed to visit the local fisherman’s village in Mararikulam. Experience their lifestyle. Back to Marari and transfer to resort. Relax at the beach. Overnight stay.

Day 04. Marari to Houseboat in Backwater (20kms/30min)

Morning leisurely breakfast check out and drive to backwaters in Alleppey. Alleppey is the famous for its unique kind of Houseboats which runs on the backwaters. The life near countryside can be experienced through the journey to here. Traditional fishing in the backwaters can be observed and also the tourists get an opportunity to taste the delicious local cuisines.
Reach Alleppey and you shall be transferred to Houseboat. Check-in. Today’s Lunch and Dinner shall be given in the houseboat. Overnight stay.

Day 05. Backwater to Kovalam (160kms/4hrs)

Morning breakfast at houseboat, check out and drive to Kovalam. Kovalam is an internationally renowned tourist spot situated at the district of Trivandrum in Kerala. This proud part of “God’s own Country” is a beach with three adjacent crescent beaches. Kovalam Tour provides you a place to hang out and enjoy the coastal beauty.
The largest beach among the crescent beaches is Lighthouse beach, Samudra beach is the less crowded beach. You can see the works of local fisherman and enjoy tasty kinds of seafood from nearby restaurants. There are numerous yoga and ayurvedic massage centres, health resorts and other facilities in Kovalam, and you can enjoy this through Kovalam Tour.
Reach Kovalam and transfer to hotel. Evening free to explore the beautiful beaches of Kovalam. Overnight stay.

Day 06. Kovalam

Today morning breakfast in hotel Day free to explore the crescent beaches. You also can try Yoga and Ayurveda session on direct payment as there are plenty of centres in Kovalam. Overnight stay.

Day 07. Kovalam

Today morning breakfast in hotel Day free to explore the crescent beaches. You also can try Yoga and Ayurveda session on direct payment as there are plenty of centres in Kovalam. Overnight stay.

Day 08. Kovalam to Cochin Departure (214kms/5-6hrs)

Today leisurely breakfast in hotel check out and drive to Cochin. Evening you shall be dropped at Cochin airport for your onward journey.