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Kerala’s Indian Backwaters

Cochin, Kumarakom & Mararikulam

Best time to travel
Oct – May
Perfect Length
9 nights
Perfect for
All

At a glance

  • International return flights from Dublin to Cochin.
  • All private transfers.
  • 9 nights’ handpicked accommodation in Cochin, Kumarakom and Mararikulam.
  • Enjoy a privately guided city tour of Cochin and a visit to Philipkutty’s Farm.
  • Experience a luxury Kerala backwaters cruise as well as a cycling tour along Maraikulam’s coastline.
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Introduction

Set out on a peaceful exploration of the sleepy backwaters of Kerala, laced with a labyrinth of ancient canals, rivers and islets. Embrace the laid-back lifestyle, taking a slow-paced and insightful journey to the cities and villages of Cochin, Kumarakom and Mararikulam. This suggested itinerary is a wonderful introduction to Kerala, introducing you to daily life on guided tours and arranging stays at luxury sustainable hotels and resorts that embrace Ayurvedic living.

Luxury Bespoke Services

At OROKO, we’ve been to India many times and have continuously returned to explore its chaotic cities, rural heartlands and remote mountain villages. It is a place that is extremely rewarding, but also a destination where specialist knowledge is vital. That is why all of our bespoke itineraries to India include luxury partner accommodation, expert English-speaking private guides, private drivers and pre-arranged train tickets in executive class carriages. Each one of our itineraries are bespoke and tailored to you, so think of this as just a sneak-peak of just how brilliant an OROKO holiday to India can be.

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Trip Overview

Depart from Dublin to Cochin.

Your private driver will be waiting to transfer you to your luxury accommodation, where you’ll spend three nights. We’ll take you on a guided city tour, visiting landmarks like the Chinese fishing nets, Portuguese houses and 14th-century Paradesi Synagogue.

Transfer to the picturesque village of Kumarakom.

Enjoy a peaceful three night stay on the shores of Lake Vembanad. The area is renowned for an outstanding diversity of birdlife including cuckoos and storks. Embark on nature walks, lounge by the outdoor pool and indulge in Ayurvedic treatments.

Stork on grass field
Set out on a luxury Kerala backwaters cruise.

It is a wonderful way to appreciate the vibrant life of the centuries-old backwaters; from the isolated villages to the crowded towns residing on the riverbanks. You will also enjoy a traditional Keralan lunch aboard your houseboat.

Kerala backwaters cruise
Enjoy a guided tour and lunch at Philipkutty’s Farm.

This wonderful farm is set on a reclaimed island and practises sustainable farming methods. It produces fragrant plantation crops like banana, coconut and nutmeg. Tour the farm and enjoy a delicious lunch in the picturesque outdoors.

Banana tree
Transfer to a luxury beach resort in the village of Mararikulam.

This will be your home for the next three nights. Stay in a wonderful eco-friendly boutique property, surrounded by sandy shores, coconut groves and lily ponds. Relax on the beach, splash about in the sea and join naturalist guides for wildlife walks.

Aerial view of beach, Kerala
Enjoy a cycling excursion along the coastline.

Accompanied by your local guide, visit a local beach where fishermen bring fresh catch for auction. Continue to a beautiful backwater farmhouse for breakfast and chat with the local family. Then, cycle through the countryside and along the riverbanks.

Kumarakom river
Transfer to the international airport for your flight home.

Arrive in Dublin.

Tailoring your holiday

OROKO Itineraries are created with you in mind and no two are the same. These can be used to help plan your trip - or we can design a completely different itinerary to suit you.

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Accommodation

Where to rest your head

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Brunton Boatyard

Brunton Boatyard – CGH Earth

Situated on the site of a historic shipyard at Fort Cochin’s harbour mouth, Brunton Boatyard is designed using a mixture of 17th-century Dutch and Portuguese architectural styles.

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Coconut Lagoon – CGH Resort

Coconut Lagoon is a heritage backwater resort located along the shore of Lake Vembanad. The resort features old Kerala homes made in the centuries-old ‘tharavadu’ style.

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What people are saying

We recently travelled to Paros, Naxos and Mykonos for our honeymoon and OROKO seemed like a perfect fit for what we were looking for. Everything from the planning stages all the way to the actual trip was executed perfectly. The OROKO team were extremely friendly, and their advice and expertise helped us create and plan the most unforgettable honeymoon!

James & Sam – Honeymoon, July 2019

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