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Kerala: Beaches & Backwaters

6 Nights $749 $642

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6 Nights $749 $642

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6 Nights $749 $642

14% off

Visiting: Kochi, Alleppey, Varkala, India, Kollam ...more

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Only available on 18-to-Thirtysomethings tours.","lat":"9.93988","lng":"76.26022"},{"title":"Day 2: Kochi/Alleppey","name":"Kochi","description":"Travel to Alleppey, a golden streak of land woven with rivers, lakes, lagoons, and canals. Enjoy an empowering lunch before checking out the island along the lagoon with a local guide and learn about the way of life here. Settle into a homestay and get to know your hosts.TRANSPORT: Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.ACTIVITY: Explore the area, known as the \"Venice of the East,\" on foot with a local English-speaking guide and learn about the way of life here.ACTIVITY: Enjoy a stay with a local family in Alleppey and get a real taste of the culture and what life on the islands is like. Learn how to cook some delicious Kerala dishes and dig in and enjoy the meal after your lesson. ACTIVITY: Enjoy a traditional Kerala lunch prepared by women of the Planeterra Theruvarom Empowerment Project, which provides women from rural areas an alternative source of income by honing their hospitality and culinary skills. Learn about the local cuisine and socio-economic fabric of the region as you get to know the women. All while taking in live entertainment!","lat":"9.93988","lng":"76.26022"},{"title":"Day 3: Alleppey/Kollam","name":"Kollam","description":"Explore the unique ecosystem of Alleppey backwaters on a morning ferry cruise. Afterward, travel down the coast by bus to the port city of Kollam. On arrival, choose to relax on the beach, climb Thangassery Light House, or peruse the nightlife.ACTIVITY: Enjoy a morning ferry ride through the backwaters, observing the unique ecosystem with blue-green stretches of water and coconut trees.TRANSPORT: Climb aboard, grab a seat, and enjoy the ride.ACTIVITY: Enjoy a brief walk with your CEO. He/she will give you some tips on finding things like supermarkets, main squares, and ATMs. For more specific or in-depth information, an official guided tour is recommended.","lat":"8.893212","lng":"76.61414"},{"title":"Day 3: Alleppey/Kollam","name":"Alleppey","description":"Explore the unique ecosystem of Alleppey backwaters on a morning ferry cruise. Afterward, travel down the coast by bus to the port city of Kollam. On arrival, choose to relax on the beach, climb Thangassery Light House, or peruse the nightlife.ACTIVITY: Enjoy a morning ferry ride through the backwaters, observing the unique ecosystem with blue-green stretches of water and coconut trees.TRANSPORT: Climb aboard, grab a seat, and enjoy the ride.ACTIVITY: Enjoy a brief walk with your CEO. He/she will give you some tips on finding things like supermarkets, main squares, and ATMs. For more specific or in-depth information, an official guided tour is recommended.","lat":"9.49004","lng":"76.3264"},{"title":"Day 4: Kollam/Varkala","name":"Varkala","description":"Visit the Kollam Harbour and experience the importance of fishing for the community. Afterward, settle into a private vehicle and see who can count the most palm trees as you cruise down the coast to tropical Varkala. Enjoy lots of free time to explore the town, get treated by local healers, or visit the Varkala Temple.Note that Kollam Harbour is closed to visitors May through June.ACTIVITY: See where all of the action happens in this busy port city and walk around Kollam's bustling fishing docks.ACTIVITY: Visit the largest wholesale fishing market and harbour on the Arabian Sea, dating back to the sixteenth century. Take in the sights and sound of a busy fish market at work, and check out the morning's fishing haul.TRANSPORT: Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.","lat":"8.737869","lng":"76.716336"},{"title":"Day 4: Kollam/Varkala","name":"Kollam","description":"Visit the Kollam Harbour and experience the importance of fishing for the community. Afterward, settle into a private vehicle and see who can count the most palm trees as you cruise down the coast to tropical Varkala. Enjoy lots of free time to explore the town, get treated by local healers, or visit the Varkala Temple.Note that Kollam Harbour is closed to visitors May through June.ACTIVITY: See where all of the action happens in this busy port city and walk around Kollam's bustling fishing docks.ACTIVITY: Visit the largest wholesale fishing market and harbour on the Arabian Sea, dating back to the sixteenth century. Take in the sights and sound of a busy fish market at work, and check out the morning's fishing haul.TRANSPORT: Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.","lat":"8.88113","lng":"76.58469"},{"title":"Day 5: Varkala","name":"Varkala","description":"Choose your own adventure today, exploring Varkala solo or with your new friends. Spend time wandering the peaceful gardens of an ashram devoted to Kerala's most eminent spiritual and social reformer at the mystical Janardhana Swamy Temple. Or head to the beach and relax while watching the Arabian Sea with a drink in hand.FREE TIME: FULL DAY Lots of free time to explore the town, relax with an Ayurvedic massage, get treated by local healers, or visit the Varkala Temple.","lat":"8.737869","lng":"76.716336"},{"title":"Day 6: Varkala/Kochi","name":"Varkala","description":"Return to Kochi by train and take an orientation walk visiting Fort Kochi, St Francis Church, the Dutch cemetery, and the Jewish Quarter with curio shops and a synagogue more than 400-years-old. In the late afternoon, continue to wander the streets or opt to catch a traditional Kathakali dance performance. For your big night out as a group, immerse yourself in the exciting Kochi nightlife. Enjoy a drink on us and reminisce about the life-changing adventures you've shared.TRANSPORT: Climb aboard, take a seat, and enjoy the ride.ACTIVITY: Get to know the delightful city of Kochi through this guided walk. Visit the Dutch Palace and Jewish Quarter, with its 400-year-old synagogue. Explore St Francis Church, the oldest church in India.FREE TIME: AFTERNOON Visit any sites skipped on the first visit to Kochi.ACTIVITY: Whether it’s a pub crawl, drink specials or a bonfire on the beach, celebrate late into the night with your new best friends.","lat":"8.7333","lng":"76.7167"},{"title":"Day 6: Varkala/Kochi","name":"Kochi","description":"Return to Kochi by train and take an orientation walk visiting Fort Kochi, St Francis Church, the Dutch cemetery, and the Jewish Quarter with curio shops and a synagogue more than 400-years-old. In the late afternoon, continue to wander the streets or opt to catch a traditional Kathakali dance performance. For your big night out as a group, immerse yourself in the exciting Kochi nightlife. Enjoy a drink on us and reminisce about the life-changing adventures you've shared.TRANSPORT: Climb aboard, take a seat, and enjoy the ride.ACTIVITY: Get to know the delightful city of Kochi through this guided walk. Visit the Dutch Palace and Jewish Quarter, with its 400-year-old synagogue. Explore St Francis Church, the oldest church in India.FREE TIME: AFTERNOON Visit any sites skipped on the first visit to Kochi.ACTIVITY: Whether it’s a pub crawl, drink specials or a bonfire on the beach, celebrate late into the night with your new best friends.","lat":"9.931233","lng":"76.267304"},{"title":"Day 7: Kochi","name":"Kochi","description":"Today is departure day, but do not fear, there is no such thing as goodbye, only until next time. Hug your new friends, exchange contacts, and depart at any time.ACTIVITY: Not ready to leave? Your CEO can help with travel arrangements to extend your adventure. ","lat":"9.931233","lng":"76.267304"}]

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