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A beach with people, palm trees, and houses on a cliff. 1
A calm lake with palm trees reflecting on the water. 2
A coastal landscape with a sandy beach, ocean waves, and a line of palm trees. 3
A beach with waves, a small building, and a forested area. 4
A group of people standing outdoors, some with backpacks, in front of a building with a red shutter. 5
By Yo Tours

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Free cancellation available
Price is AU$218 per traveller* *Get a lower price by selecting multiple travellers
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Features

  • Free cancellation available
  • 8h
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Selective hotel pickup
  • Multiple languages

Overview

    • Explore Veli Lake and Tourist Village, a scenic lake with a beach
    • Visit Varkala’s tranquil beachfront a few km away from the calm, quiet hamlet
    • Explore Sivagiri Mutt, one of God’s Own Country’s holiest sites
    • Visit Anchuthengu Fort, established by the British East India Company
    • Visit acacia-filled Ponnumthuruthu (Golden) Island in the middle of a backwater

Activity location

    • Thiruvananthapuram
    • Thiruvananthapuram, Keralam, India

Meeting/Redemption Point

    • Thiruvananthapuram
    • Thiruvananthapuram, Keralam, India

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Day Trip to Varkala from Trivandrum (Guided Full-Day Tour)

  • Activity duration is 8 hours8h
    8h
  • English
Price details
AU$109.06 x 2 TravellersAU$218.12
Total
Price is AU$218.12

What's included, what's not

  • Inclusions
    Highly trained and friendly storyteller/guide who speaks English and Hindi
  • Inclusions
    Transport to places on this tour by air-conditioned car
  • Inclusions
    Water bottle and snacks
  • Inclusions
    Great local tips, recommendations, and conversations about religious aspects, beliefs, and local importance
  • Exclusions
    Entrance fees to historical sites
  • Exclusions
    Drinks and food other than those mentioned

What you can expect

  • Experience famous street markets of Varkala on this wonderful 8-hour trip in an AC car with a private guide.
    Highlights

    1. Start your journey with a relaxing drive into Indian countryside to Varkala beach
    2. Enjoy the spectacular views from the top of the Anchuthengu Fort, as well as the palaces, temples, gardens located in the fort complex, and listen to stories about the city's history, culture, and existence.
    3. Varkala Cliff, unique red sandstone cliff formations by the Arabian Sea with steps leading to a popular beach.
    4. Ponnumthuruthu (Golden) Island, in the middle of a backwater lake, is home to the Shiva-Parvati Hindu temple known as the Golden Temple.
    5. Sri Janardanaswamy Temple, also known as Janardana Swami Temple and Varkala Temple, is over 2,000 years old.
    6. Other beautiful backwater sites and golden-sand beaches lie along this coastline.
    7. Treat yourself with a well-deserved lunch at a multi-cuisine restaurant (at your own expense).
    8. Complete the trip with a big smile on your face with beautiful memories to cherish in your pictures.

Location

Activity location

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    • Thiruvananthapuram
    • Thiruvananthapuram, Keralam, India

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    • Thiruvananthapuram
    • Thiruvananthapuram, Keralam, India