Ayurveda & Backwaters of Kerala

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DURATION
9 hours

Kerala’s Backwaters are renowned for their beauty, and are an integral part of life in the region. Explore the rice paddies, learn about local fruits and plants, and enjoy lunch in the home of a local family. Finish the day with a relaxing and refreshing Ayurvedic massage. This Kerala tour will immerse you in local culture and customs in a unique, local way.

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Highlights

* Explore the world renown Kerala Backwaters

* Enjoy a traditional lunch with a local host family

* Walk through rice paddies and learn about local vegetation

* Experience the rich local culture and customs of Kerala

* Enjoy an Ayurvedic massage to replenish your body

What's included in this trip

  • Start:

    Intrepid Kaleeveedu, Patlam Road, opposite police quarter. Fort Kochi
  • Finish:

    Kerala Ayurvedic Massage Cente, Opp Jetty Point. Fort Kochi - 1
  • Group size:

    Min 1 , Max 12
 
  • Inclusions:

    English Speaking Tour Guide, Transport as indicated, Tea, Lunch, Village walk & Ayurvedic Massage
  • Exclusions:

    Items of personal nature, Tips or gratitude for drivers or guide.

Additional information

Voucher exchange details

Please present your voucher to the local guide at the beginning of the tour.

Confirmation of booking

Please contact Kochi Urban Adventures to confirm your tour 24 hours prior to departure.

Dress standard

Dress standards are conservative through out Asia, especially outside major cities. To respect this and for your own comfort, we strongly recommend modest clothing.

Child policy

Children must be 6 years of age to 11 years inclusively.  Children below the age of 6 are not permitted on this tour.

Language

English

Tipping Info

If you are happy with the services provided by your local guides and drivers a tip - though not compulsory - is appropriate. While it may not be customary to you, it is of great significance to the people who will take care of you during your travels, inspires excellent service, and is an entrenched feature of the tourism industry across many Intrepid Urban Adventures destinations. Please consider this when budgeting for your extra expenses on this tour.

Itinerary

Selected by National Geographic Traveler as one of the ten ‘Paradises Found”, Kerala is a place of diverse geography, overwhelming greenery, and unique beauty. In particular, the Kerala backwaters are known for being one of the biggest jewels in the crown of Kerala.
Spend your day with a local guide and set off on a journey out of Kochi and into stunning Kerala. The 2.5 hour journey to Kerala is a photographer’s dream. Upon arrival, you’ll be warmly welcomed into the home of a local family. With a traditional cup of chai tea and a local lunch in preparation, you’ll have the opportunity to converse with the local family and learn more about their lives.
After lunch, your Kerala tour continues with a walk through the village and an exploration of the rice paddies. You’ll hear how the backwaters are such an integral part of life in Kerala, and learn more about local fruits and vegetables as well as local culture and customs.
Upon your return to Kochi, you’ll get to relax and refresh with a traditional Ayurvedic massage, a great way to end this wonderful local tour.
A truly local experience, this Kerala tour is a perfect day tour from Kochi, and a great way to experience the culture and natural beauty of the Kerala backwaters. 

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