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Backwater & Villages of Kerala
Trip Facts
- Trekking Destination: Backwater & Villages of Kerala
- Group Size: Min-4, Max 12,
- Grade: Easy
- Total Days: 12 Days
Trip Overview
Rupshu Valley Trek-Ladakh, Northern India . Himalayan summer trekking in northern India 's Ladakh district, known as "Little Tibet".
This 12 Day adventure begins at the beach in Kovalam and moves to some great hiking in the mountains. En route visit exotic temples and ancient cities. Enjoy riding boats through palm lined backwaters and visit the seldom seen city ghost city of Hampi. This tour is a shorter version of our 'South India Adventure'.
Trip Information
Day to Day Itinerary
| Day | Activities | |
| Day 01 | - | KOVALAM Arrive in Trivandrum, transfer to nearby Kovalam, the finest beach in South India. |
| Day 02 | - | KOVALAM Day at leisure to shake off the jet lag and settle into the leisurely pace of life in South India. |
| Day 03 | - | MADURAI A morning visit to the magnificent Meenakshi temple. |
| Day 04 | - | MADURAI Drive to Madurai, one of the most lively and exotic temple cities. |
| Day 05 | - | THEKKADY (PERIYAR) A scenic drive to Thekkady. |
| Day 06 | - | THEKKADY (PERIYAR) A full day for optional activities in the park. Boat trips are available on the lake and there are opportunities for hiking inside the park. |
| Day 07 | - | BACKWATERS Scenic journey to a village on Kerala's backwaters. |
| Day 08 | - | BACKWATERS VILLAGE STAY Free day. Option to explore traditional villages by dug-out canoes, on foot or by bike. |
| Day 09 | - | KOCHI (COCHIN) Drive to Cochin, one of the most interesting cities in south India. |
| Day 10 | - | KOCHI (COCHIN) Time to explore Fort Cochin, the harbour and islands with so many reminders of the city's colonial past. |
| Day 11 | - | KOVALAM Transfer to Kochi railway station for the train to Trivandrum. On arrival at Trivandrum, you will be met and transferred to nearby Kovalam beach. |
| Day 12 | - | KOVALAM End of tour. |
Fact Finder
| Duration | - | 12 days |
| Trip Details: | - |
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| Activities | - | Cultural, Touring, Walking, |
| Trip Grade | - | Challenging |
| Mode of Travel | - | Private coach, sleeper trains, boat ride through Kerala Backwaters |
| Group & Staff | - | Min 2, Max 12, Staffing Fully escorted by Tour leader days 1 to 10, services of local representatives days 11 & 12. |
| Accommodation | - | 9 nights simple hotels, 2 nights village stays |
| Land Cost | - | US$ - |
Note:- Guaranteed to run for a minimum of 4 clients
Trip Cost
Cost Includes:-
- Experienced regional leader
- Private coach
- Sleeper trains
- Accommodation
- Sightseeing as indicated
Cost Does Not Include:-
- Airport taxes
- Visas
- Meals
- All optional additional tours or activities during free time
- Transfers outside of the tour program
- travel insurance (buy insurance)
- Tips and items of a personal nature.
Client Reviews
My husband and I went on a trek in Nepal this past August, and we had a fabulous time. It was truly the most unique, beautiful outdoor travel experience that either of us have ever had. For anyone considering trekking in the Himalayas, we highly recommend Raj Tamang as a guide. His company, Responsible Adventures (www.responsibleadventures.com) and (www.notjusttreks.com), is professional and customer-service oriented.
We were amazed at the ways that Raj and his employees went above and beyond to make this experience memorable for us. Raj is a 'walking encyclopedia' of information about the culture and history of Nepal, and his confident, welcoming nature put us at ease. He was experienced at facilitating positive, genuine interaction between Himalayan villagers and Western trekkers such as ourselves, and that made all the difference in our 10 days touring the Manang valley. His company offers a service that is truly a cut above the rest.
We can't wait for another opportunity to trek with Raj! Feel free to check out our story and pics at www.joshandelise2008.blogspot.com
Elise and Josh Drexler
Atlanta, Georgia, United States of America
