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With views of the Arabian Sea, enjoy the peace that is Varkala, an unspoilt and tranquil beach town in the lush green state of Kerala. A lack of tourist development means that Varkala retains a soft, undeveloped charm, an ideal destination for those looking to get away from the hustle and bustle of modern life. Experience old India with the added bonus of being beachside or head inland to the peaceful waterways of Kerala. Varkala is a significant Hindu pilgrimage destination which perhaps contributes to its other worldly charm and atmosphere of spiritual, peaceful calm.
Varkala is a pristine little beach town in the green-and-silver state of Kerala is a relatively recent tourist discovery eventhough it is among the best beaches in Kerala, and makes a wonderful refuge for those looking to escape the everyday. Look forward to unspoiled beaches, pretty cliff faces, red rocks and palm trees. Varkala is also steeped in history, and is an important Hindu pilgrimage destination. Taj Hospitality combined with the choice offered by Iris Holidays will take you through a totally memorable backwater holiday.
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Our tour representative will meet you on arrival at the airport in Cochin and take you to the little-known beach town of Kerala Varkala. With sufficient amenities to cater for visitors, Varkala is nonetheless serene and unspoiled. Magnificent red rock cliff faces lead down to exotic, picturesque white sands dotted with palm trees. Varkala is not the place to visit if you want hustle and bustle, noisy shops and restaurants but is a fabulous destination for quiet time, peaceful seclusion or a romantic getaway with a special person.
Time spent in Varkala is time spent at a different pace of life. After breakfast, wander down to the beach or take in the Janardhana Swamy Temple with a history going back nearly 2,000 years. A place of sanctuary and religious significance, only Hindus are allowed into the inner sanctum. Ever connected to its colonial past, the temple bell was removed from a Dutch vessel which sank near Varkala. Clear your mind with some Yoga beach style before visiting the small eateries which dot the cliffs above the beach emanating the authentic sights and smells of India. There are also some small antique shops. The cliff top views are breathtaking. But the lack of development is remarkable considering how beautiful this place is. If you want to slow the pace, Varkala will fit the bill just perfectly.
Head off into the wide blue yonder atop an elephant and wander down the lanes in true Kerala style. Bathe in the waters at Papanasam beach, infused with pure springs and reputed to have holy properties. As the light falls, retreat inland away from the coast and enjoy a slow, meandering riverboat cruise along some of Varkala’s most intriguing and secluded waterways. Dine as the sun sets and fall asleep onboard to the sounds of nature, Indian style.
Return to your hotel for a leisurely breakfast and while away the time before we escort you back to Kochi for your flight home. Take with you some of the holy peace that is Varkala, feel restored and calm as Kerala works its Indian magic once again.
The map shows a distance of 378KMs, from Cochin International Airport to Varakal and back to Cochin International Airport.
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Asked by Kara Fielding from United Kingdom
1 Year ago
How do I book this holiday?
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Answered by Niranjana(Travel Advisor)
December 23, 2019
You can enter your details online any time day or night, and one of our Trip Designers will call you back within 24 hours to help you with booking. Our Trip Designers will be able to assist you further in customising the holiday as per your requirements.
Asked by Josephine Kong from Singapore
1 Year ago
Can I customise this holiday with few hotels of my choice?
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Answered by Niranjana(Travel Advisor)
December 23, 2019
We specialise in Customised holiday packages in Kerala and we will be able to offer you any resort in Kerala as we have direct relationshops with most resorts. If you want to change the resorts in this package, one of our trip designers will work with you till you are happy with the package. Our Trip Designers will be also able to tell you the highlights of each resort and you can decide on whether you woud like to book the same resort
Asked by Michala Vestergaard from USA
1 Year ago
I want to book a taxi for this holiday. Do you offer only taxi services only ?
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Answered by Niranjana(Travel Advisor)
December 23, 2019
When you book a holiday with hotels and taxi together with us we will be able to offer you much lower rates than what you will get directly. As we use carefully handicked drivers who can offer the quality that we ideally want, we dont offer taxi only booking services.
Asked by Michala Vestergaard from USA
1 Year ago
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