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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.

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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Karnataka Tour Package For 2 Nights And 3 Days

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Splendid Haridwar Rishikesh Tour from Bangalore

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Shirdi Package From Bangalore

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What Travelers Say About Our kerala Tour Packages

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Abha Chona

New delhi

Abha's 7 days trip to Kerala

I have only booked a cab for my trip of 7 days. The cab and the driver of kerala was very good. Munnar was awesome
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Ajay Chaurasiya

Alleppey

Ajay's 9 days trip to Kerala

Cab cng base thi,but carriar n hone ke karn luggage carry karne me problem Hui,driver behaviour achha tha Cochin hotel is best
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Aravoori

Hyderabad

Aravoori's 3 days trip to Kerala

Overall Trip organised by comfort destination is smooth. Travel agents Kishan and Aisha are very cooperative and supportive.. Except the Mazus INN hotel in wayanad rest all are good. We have a memorable trip. Thanks Comfort Destination.
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Ssachdeva

Delhi

Ssachdeva's 6 days trip to Kerala

We enjoyed our trip to Kerala. Hotels particularly at Munnar (Winter note) was superb. Driver Srineevas was very cooperative, down to earth, fully knowledge person to take all the members of the group directly to North Indian food restaurants and enjoyed the food. He was very patient, friendly and a
lways give respect to his tourists. My travel company Travel Inbound, Bangalore manager, Ms. Mamataji, Shri Sanjiv Katoch ji was always approachable to extend their full help and feel us very important and guided us on every step and offered their best knowledge to finalise the best hotels where all my senior citizen members enjoyed the stay. Really memorable travel plan prepared by them. Recommended to avail their services. Winter Note at Munnar having a balcony which opened towards Forest side where I enjoyed chirping of birds which is still in my ears and memory. Travel unbound will be the only company to book other travel plans. Visit to Pariyar lake, hotel Winternote having forest balcony with chirping of birds was fabulous.
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Ankita Jadhav

Mumbai

Ankita's 5 days trip to Kerala

Overall a good experience and a memorable trip. The hotel in Munnar was not as promised and caused a lot of inconvenience however the later accommodations were good. The driver was skilled and friendly. Travel agent was helpful in providing good options and provided us with best deals without compro
mising quality keeping in mind our toddler. The house boat trip and the elephant safari was the highlight of our trip. Our toddler loved the experience too.
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Srutakrity Sahu

Bengaluru

Srutakrity's 4 days trip to Kerala

Driver was very good. But Cab was not in good condition. AC was not working, hand rest were broken . Trip was good and travel agent was supportive all the time
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Rajput Arvind

Chandigarh

Rajput's 7 days trip to Kerala

Overall experience was good. Thank you so much for Planning and booking Kerala trip on such a short notice
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Moazam Solkar

Mumbai

Moazam's 5 days trip to Kerala

Allan as a travel agent was very nice.He arranged everything so nicely didn't even felt that we were away from home... Not to forget the Cab driver.. He was very friendly and a big salute for his services also.. The best experience was the boat house.. Allan as a travel agent was very nice.He arran
ged everything so nicely didn't even felt that we were away from home... Not to forget the Cab driver.. He was very friendly and a big salute for his services also.. The best experience was the boat house..
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Dinesh Sri

Hyderabad

Dinesh's 4 days trip to Kerala

The Hotel TM Madhuri was not a start hotel it is just a lodge we have very bad experience, but the other two Hotels are good,
GH

Grace Homoeopathy

Mumbai

Grace's 5 days trip to Kerala

Overall a hassle-free experience The surprise was Alleppey beach n an unplanned zipline activity

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FAQs About Kerala Tour Packages

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.