Small-Group Cultural Tour of Kerala Backwaters in Kochi

Experience the culture and customs of India’s Kerala region on this tour from Kochi. With your expert local guide, enjoy a home-cooked lunch in a local family’s home, walk through a village, and explore Kerala’s world-renowned backwaters, passing rice paddies and learning about the surrounding vegetation along the way.

Meet your guide at Fort Kochi in the morning and set off on your journey through India’s stunning Kerala region, known for its beautiful green landscapes. After your 2.5-hour drive by air-conditioned vehicle, you’ll be welcomed into the home of a local family.

Over a cup of traditional chai tea and a delicious home-cooked meal, converse with the family and hear interesting stories about their lives.

After lunch, walk through the village and explore the area’s rice paddies to learn about the different local fruits and vegetables grown here. Through your guide’s expert commentary, you'll discover the integral role these backwaters play in the culture and customs of this region.

You’ll return to Kochi in the evening.

• Local guide
• Transport by air-conditioned vehicle
• Lunch and tea
• Village walking tour

• Gratuities (optional)
• Hotel pickup and drop-off