Explore the Best of Kerala Tour

Kerala tours are to explore the celestial beauty of backwaters, indulge in the exotic flavours of spices, a colourful performing art scene, rejuvenate with the holistic measures of Ayurveda and to discover angelic beauty of hill stations.Tours to Kerala offer a platter full of enchanting experiences and thus a visitor must first make a pick from the horde of travel options according to one’s preference and personal interest. One of the finest ways of planning a Kerala tour is by selecting the most culturally thriving and geographically blessed regions of the state. To be able to enjoy all these features of the region one must add Alleppey, Kovalam, Munnar and Kottayam to the itinerary.

Alleppey

The crystal clear backwaters shimmers, cool breeze coming from the coconut palms, silvery waves of sea swirling the ambiance at Alleppey is quaint and comforting. Popularly known as the “Venice of the East”, Alleppey is one of the most popular backwater destinations and flags most of the houseboat cruises in Kerala . The main attraction of the town is the Nehru Trophy Snake Boat Race held every year in the month of August to celebrate the festival of Onam. Various long and sleek boats participate along with hundreds of rowers in this water carnival.

Kovalam

A beach town located on the shores of Arabian Sea, Kovalam in Kerala is ideal for a laid-back vacation by the sea. Kovalam has three crescent shaped beaches and the shallow waters here are ideal for swimming. The largest of the beaches is known as the Light House Beach as it has a 35 meter high light house towering the Kurumkal hillock. YourKerala tour package must include a visit to the region to enjoy the scenic views of the beach and to enjoy a rejuvenating Ayurvedic massage on the beach.

Munnar

All Kerala tours are incomplete without a visit to its quaint hill stations. Located in the Idduki district of Kerala, Munnar is a pristine hill station nestled in the south Western Ghats. A popular tourist hub, Munnar is ideally located on the confluence of the Muthirappuzha, Nallathanni and Kundaly rivers. Thus surrounded by verdant foliage the view atMunnar is covered with emerald hues which adds tranquilizing effect to Kerala tours. The highlights of the region are its sprawling tea plantations, verdant vistas and winding lanes.

Kottayam

The town of Kottayam lies between the pristine Vembanad Lake and the hilly ranges of the state. The land of lakes, letters and latex, Kottayam is also a centre of education and literature. While onKerala tour a visit to Kottayam will bring you closer to the culture and lifestyle of the state for it is here that one can explore its beauteous temples, gorgeous vistas and can meet with some of its frank and cultured individuals. While in the vicinity don’t miss a visit to Kumarakom and its famous bird sanctuary, backwaters and houseboat ride. Other places of interest include Vaikom Temple, Vembanad Lake, Thirunakkara Mahadeva Temple, St. Mary’s Church, Ettumanoor, Aruvikkuzhi waterfalls and more.

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