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Kerala Tour Package From Kolkata

Kerala is in the southwestern part of India that forms the Indian peninsula. It has the longest coastline ranging to 550 km on the Arabian Sea.
Kerala is a densely populated state with most literate people. It is one of the wealthiest states with rubber, coconut, and cashew plantations everywhere. It has a vibrant cultural heritage with many monuments of historical importance and the famous.

Ideal Duration

If you have a misconception about Kerala being a small state with only a few tourist attractions, then you are wrong. Kerala is a place of bountiful adventures, historical sites, beaches, waterfalls, wildlife sanctuaries, which takes more than 6-7 days to cover. If you have planned Kerala, tour packages from Kolkata for a relaxing holiday to a hill station, then 4 to the 5-day trip will be kind enough. You may spend your days surrounded by Mother Nature, far from the buzz of city life.

On the other hand, if you are looking for Kerala tour packages from Kolkata to enjoy every aspect of Kerala. You may like the Munnar hill station, snake boat ride at Pallipuzha, houseboat stay, aromatic ayurvedic treatments, then plan for more than a week enjoy more in the backwaters of Kerala.

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Best Time to Visit

Natural scenery with the local flavor of the coconut trees, backwaters, and lush green vegetation makes Kerala an ideal destination to visit all around the year. However, You have to choose the perfect season and time to plan the Kerala tour packages from Kolkata to enjoy the most awaiting backwaters, houseboat stay, water rides, beaches, etc. The underlying information will help you decide your package and season to visit one of the preferred holiday spots for the newlyweds and families.

Kerala during Monsoon Season (June to August)

You will witness the famous Onam festival during Kerala tour packages from Kolkata with local folk dances. You may undergo various ayurvedic treatments during the monsoons.

Kerala during summer season (March to May)

Kerala, without a second thought, is an extraordinary adventure encountering with the gorgeous green hills and the luscious greens during the summer season when the cold climate slowly fades away. It is an ideal season to visit as you may enjoy the prettiest places in seclusion with your loved one or with your family. Since it is an off-season for tourists, you may avail discounts and enjoy the charming backwaters. The exquisite flora and fauna, spectacular beaches, authentic cuisine make Kerala tour packages from Kolkata a memorable one.

Kerala during the winter season (December to March)

Visit Kerala in the winter season to enjoy the pleasant weather, walking on the seashores, experiencing the fantastic backwaters, exploring the tea gardens, and visiting places of historical importance. Enjoy the local sightseeing, and houseboat stays in Munnar, boat excursions, snake boat ride at Pallipuzha. The various water sports and adventures that will make your winter trip of Kerala tour packages from Kolkata a fantastic experience.

How to Reach

While planning the Kerala tour packages from Kolkata, various means of transport well connects with the metropolitan cities. You may schedule the trip to go either by train, flight or by road transport. If you are planning a short tour of 7 days, it is advisable to go by air and enjoy the hill stations and the scenic beauty in the city itself.

By Train

You may plan the Kerala tour packages from Kolkata by train that is an overnight journey. The distance covered by train from Kolkata to Kerala is 2286 km that starts from the Howrah Railway Station and ends at Ernakulam Junction Station in Kerala. Once you reach Kerala, you can take any cabs or public transports to reach your destination.

By Air

If you are planning exclusive Kerala tour packages from Kolkata by air, you are saving your time. On the other hand, you are using the most convenient and the fastest, hassle-free way to reach Cochin. Approximately 21 flights are taking off from the city of joy to Kochi every week. It is highly recommended to book two-way flights, as it will be economical. There are few indirect flights to reach your destination, which may take more time, but it is cheaper than direct flights. After reaching Kochi airport, you may receive a cab to achieve the desired destination.

By Road

You may reach God's own country by road, which is the cheapest means of transport from Kolkata to Kochi. The distance between the two cities is 2356 km, which takes approximately 34 hours, 6 min to drive from Kolkata to Kerala. Though the Kerala tour packages from Kolkata is time-consuming. Yet, you may enjoy the scenic beauty, lush green vegetation, tea plantation, etc. that is not possible if you are traveling by flight or train.

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Goa Honeymoon Trip Plan For 5 Days

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Tirupati Tour Package By Bus From Bangalore

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Madurai Tour Package From Bangalore

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Soumyadeep Banerjee

Bengaluru

Soumyadeep's 5 days trip to Kerala

Robin planned the trip very well. Choose the hotel as per my ask and also was able to give the good rooms. Driver Anish was also great throughout the journey. Thanks for making the trip memorable.
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Devang Desai

Vadodara

Devang's 7 days trip to Kerala

Most of every thing went well except two properties, one at Munar and one boat house. At Munar, one room doesn't have full service. For Boathouse, wrong boat (2 room boat instead of 3 room boat) has been offered and after number of debate, boat has been changed
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Adhi Mahalaxmi

Adhi's 3 days trip to Kerala

It was well organised and planned . Very good driver and reliable travel agent, especially Mr.robin did a great job
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Nikhil Deshai

Bangalore

Nikhil's 3 days trip to Kerala

We have a very good experience during the trip. Mr. Nitin Saini from Balaji Vacation is the gem of the company. Hotels were very comfortable as per the requirements. Thanks Balaji Vacations for making our trip memorable.
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Shashank Shrivastava

Bangalore

Shashank's 6 days trip to Kerala

We had the absolute pleasure of having Ajju as our driver during our Kerala trip, and honestly, he was much more than just a driver—he was the backbone of our entire experience. From day one, Ajju was incredibly friendly, warm, and approachable. What truly stood out was how extremely accommodating
he was with all our ad hoc requests—whether it was sudden stops, changes in plans, or exploring offbeat places, he handled everything with patience and a smile. In trips like these, drivers often become your de facto guides, and Ajju excelled in that role. His knowledge, conduct, and genuinely good nature made every journey comfortable and enjoyable. He ensured we always felt safe, relaxed, and well taken care of. It’s rare to come across someone so dedicated and sincere in their work. Ajju didn’t just drive us around—he truly made our trip memorable. Thank you, Ajju, for such an awesome and unforgettable experience. We couldn’t have asked for a better companion on this journey!
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Shailesh Patel

Ahmedabad

Shailesh's 6 days trip to Kerala

2and 3 rd night HOTEL The view munnar IN munnar service is very bed, don't clen room every day, and velly room way is very very bed, do not esyly wack this way... and last allapy house boad I select full day ac and primium but do not provide premium boat only after boat stop for night ,this time
ac is on and my tour plan in allepy side but place change kumarakom side houseboat sed me. Allepy is famous ,clouded and best view place ,kumarakom other side place low cloud,and not batter for allepy
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Suresh Kris

Chennai

Suresh's 3 days trip to Kerala

Over all very good experience Ms Bindu agent co ordinate very well.
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Harsh Hiremath

Pune

Harsh's 9 days trip to Kerala

I had planned kerala 7N8D trip for my 64 and 69yr old parents. Vineet and Kavita planned trip as per their needs and driver Ajay also took good care of them. I will highly recommend Namaskaram for any Kerala trip.
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Abhirajtrivedi

Delhi

Abhirajtrivedi's 7 days trip to Kerala

I had a wonderful experience booking my trip with namaskaram travels .Special thanks to Vineet who was extremely helpful and guided me through every step of the process.From hotel booking to transportation everything was well organised and on time. Truely dependable partner for travel planning .I wo
uld definitely book them with again and recommend them to anyone planning a trip.
JM

Jhunoo Mondal

Hyderabad

Jhunoo's 3 days trip to Kerala

The overall experience was great. The stay was comfortable and beautiful. The driver took us to places that were in the itinerary. There was an issue with the drivers working hours, there was a day, when we wrapped up everything before 7, n we had ample amount of time, which could have been utilized
, but since the driver didn't want to go, we did not go out.

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Which time of the Year is best to Travel to Kerala?

Kerala generally experiences pleasant weather throughout the whole year. However, if you want to see the best of Kerala, then make sure to go there during winter. 

How many airports are situated in Kerala?

There are three major airports in Kerala, which are Cochin International Airport, Trivandrum International Airport, and Nedumbassery and Karipur Airport, Kozhikode.

Can you stay in Houseboats during Monsoon?

The houseboats operate in all the seasons. So, yes, you can stay in the houseboats during the rainy season. 

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Tips

While planning Kerala tour packages from Kolkata, you need to adhere to specific precautionary measures that will make your trip a healthy one. Following are the few tips that you may consider before planning a dream destination with your loved ones.

  • To enjoy the panoramic view, waterfalls, and sightseeing, stay at Munnar for at least two days
  • Always drink mineral water and not exposed water from the local shops that may upset your stomach
  • While preparing for the Kerala tour packages from Kolkata, it will prove decisive if you learn a few welcoming and thanksgiving words in Malayalam.
  • You need to enjoy authentic Kerala with the houseboats, waterfalls, elephant rides, homestays at Kochi fort

As mentioned above, Kerala is the most preferred and year-round destination to visit. People from all parts of the world come and enjoy Kerala in their way in different seasons. Before running out of time, plan Kerala tour package from Kolkata, surely look at the essential tips, and follow them to make a marvelous trip.