Kerala: God’s Own Christmas
7-Day Kerala Escape
A relaxed seven-day journey through Kerala, beginning in Kochi and travelling through the
state’s historic towns, lush backwaters, scenic villages and beautiful coastline.
This itinerary deliberately excludes Munnar to avoid long mountain-road travel and instead
focuses on Kerala’s most distinctive experiences — Kochi’s heritage, the Alleppey
backwaters, a traditional Kerala houseboat stay, Kumarakom, beaches, local food and
leisurely exploration.
Highlights of the Journey
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� Kochi — Heritage & Culture
Explore Fort Kochi, Chinese fishing nets, St. Francis Church, the historic Jewish Quarter and
Mattancherry. Enjoy Kerala cuisine and the unique colonial-meets-local character of the city.
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� Alleppey — The Backwater Experience
Travel into the famous Kerala backwaters, surrounded by coconut palms, paddy fields and small
villages. The highlight will be a traditional Kerala houseboat cruise, experiencing the
waterways at a relaxed pace.
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� Houseboat Stay — Backwaters
Spend a memorable night on a traditional Kettuvallam, cruising through Kerala’s interconnected
canals and lakes. Enjoy freshly prepared Kerala food onboard, sunset views and the peaceful
rhythm of backwater life.
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� Kumarakom — Lake & Nature
Explore the quieter side of the backwaters around Vembanad Lake, with opportunities for village
walks, bird watching and relaxing by the water.
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�️ Kerala Coast — Beaches & Sunset
Include time on Kerala’s coastline for a slower beach experience, with options such as Marari
Beach or Varkala, depending on the final route.
Kerala Food & Local Life
Along the way, experience traditional Kerala meals, seafood, coconut-based curries, appam and
stew, local snacks and the flavours of the region.
The Journey in One Line
Kochi → Fort Kochi & Mattancherry → Alleppey Backwaters → Houseboat → Kumarakom
→ Kerala Coast → Kochi
The idea is not to rush from destination to destination, but to experience Kerala through its
water, food, culture and landscapes — making the Christmas week feel like a genuine
holiday rather than a sightseeing checklist.
