Overview
Poovar Backwater boating and Trivandrum Day Trip is a delicate mixture of fun and history. It is sure to showcase the rich natural beauty and the cultural significance of Travancore.
Our tour is planned in a way that tourist can enjoy both the natural beauty as well as get to know the culture and local traditions of Travancore. It is suitable for kids and people of all age groups. We guarantee that tourist will have fun as well as get to know a lot about the culture and local traditions of south Indian as well as Travancore.
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- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Mobile ticket
What's included
Private transportation
Bottled water
In-vehicle air conditioning
Tea and coffee
Toll fee
Parking fees
Breakfast
Lunch
Dinner
Meeting and pickup
Pickup is offered, or you can meet at the meeting point.
Meeting point
Go near the main entrance of the railway station, which is near the parking area of the railway station. Our guide will be waiting for you near the entrance with a board with the lead traveler's name written on it.
End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What to expect
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Poovar Island
2 hours
Poovar is a tourist village in the Thiruvananthapuram district of Kerala state, South India. It is a beautiful village embraced by a lovely beach on one side and the backwaters on the other and is very popular for its picturesque beauty and serene environment. The area is plentiful in well preserved local plants with hundreds of species of spices, birds, exotic flowers, compliments with banana and coconut groves.
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Kovalam Beach
45 min
Followed by Poovar boating tourist will be visiting Kovalam, a beach town on the Arabian Sea in southern India, Kovalam features the spectacular and popular Lighthouse Beach, aptly named for its 30-metre lighthouse, which features a stunning site.
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Sree Padmanabhaswamy Temple
1 hour
Third in the list is the world-famous Padmanabhaswamy Temple known for its cultural and religious significance. Located inside the East Fort in Thiruvananthapuram, the capital city of the State of Kerala, Sree Padmanabha Swamy Temple dedicated to Lord Vishnu. This temple is a blend of the Kerala and Dravidian styles of architecture. It is believed to be the world’s richest temple.
The history of Sree Padmanabhaswamy Temple dates back to 8th century. It is one of the 108 sacred Vishnu temples or Divya Desams in India. Divya Desams are the holiest abodes of Lord Vishnu that are mentioned in the works of the Tamil Azhvars (saints). The presiding deity of this temple is Lord Vishnu, reclining on Anantha, the hooded Serpent. -
Kuthiramalika Palace Museum
1 hour 30 min
A total of 122 smiling wooden horses await all who visit ‘Kuthiramalika’, which means “palace of horses”. Formally known as Kuthiramalika Palace Museum or Puthenmalika Palace Museum, it is a pristine two-storied palace near the Sree Padmanabhaswamy Temple in Thiruvananthapuram. Built by Swathi Thirunal Balarama Varma, who was Maharaja of the Kingdom of Travancore in British India, it takes one back to the 1840s when it was first constructed.
It is a great example of the Kerala school of architecture and is made from teakwood, rosewood, marble, and granite. The museum houses idols and sculptures made from white marble, Kathakali figures, Belgian mirrors and paintings.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
Times are local to the experience (Asia/Kolkata).
Additional Information
- Please note that the trip does not include breakfast/lunch/dinner, but we will be happy to stop for any breakfast/lunch/brunch at any hotel/restaurant as per the convenience of the tourist.
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
FAQs about Poovar Backwater boating and Trivandrum Day Trip
Can I cancel Poovar Backwater boating and Trivandrum Day Trip for free?
Yes. For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
How long does it take?
It takes about 7–9 hours.
Is pickup offered?
Pickup is offered, or you can meet at the meeting point.
What's included?
- Private transportation
- Bottled water
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- Tea and coffee
- Toll fee
- Parking fees
What's not included?
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
Which places does it visit?
It visits Poovar Island, Kovalam Beach, Sree Padmanabhaswamy Temple, Kuthiramalika Palace Museum.
Which languages is it offered in?
It is offered in English, Tamil.
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