Ayurveda & Backwaters of Kerala

Highlights / General details

Eating is one of life's greatest simple pleasures. Getting massaged is also up there. Join this Kerala tour to experience a traditional lunch, followed by a Ayurvedic massage. This is the definition of travel perfection. 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.

Inclusion

Local English Speaking Tour Guide; Transportation as indicated; Tea; Lunch; Ayurvedic Massage.

Exclusion

Items of a personal nature, Tips & Gratuities for guide.

Hours of operation

Available: Daily; Start time at 8:00am.

Duration

Approximately 8 hours.

Location Meeting point: Outside Kashi Art Café on Burger Street, Fort Kochi 682001. Finish point: Hotel drop-off.

Itinerary 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. To travel through the waters you'll be on a canoe, gliding through the local fishing villages. Along the way you'll learn all about the backwaters as an integral part of life in Kerala, as well as local village life, culture, customs, and even fruits and vegetables that grow here. Upon arrival in Kerala, 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. 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 Kochi tour. There may even be the opportunity to have a free consultation with a doctor here, subject to availability. 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 and see what this Ayurvedic massage is all about.

Participant restrictions

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

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

Itinerary

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. To travel through the waters you'll be on a canoe, gliding through the local fishing villages. Along the way you'll learn all about the backwaters as an integral part of life in Kerala, as well as local village life, culture, customs, and even fruits and vegetables that grow here. Upon arrival in Kerala, 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. 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 Kochi tour. There may even be the opportunity to have a free consultation with a doctor here, subject to availability. 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 and see what this Ayurvedic massage is all about.

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

Location

Meeting point: Outside Kashi Art Café on Burger Street, Fort Kochi 682001. Finish point: Hotel drop-off.

Itinerary 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. To travel through the waters you'll be on a canoe, gliding through the local fishing villages. Along the way you'll learn all about the backwaters as an integral part of life in Kerala, as well as local village life, culture, customs, and even fruits and vegetables that grow here. Upon arrival in Kerala, 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. 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 Kochi tour. There may even be the opportunity to have a free consultation with a doctor here, subject to availability. 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 and see what this Ayurvedic massage is all about.

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

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

Policies For your Urban Adventure you will be in a small group of a maximum of 12 people. If you have your voucher, your booking is confirmed. We'll see you at your hotel for pick up. Please check your hotel details are correct on the voucher. Complete information, including local telephone numbers at your destination, will be included on your Confirmation Voucher.

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