Overview
Varkala, a breathtaking coastal town in Kerala, is known for its stunning cliffs, pristine beaches, and spiritual charm. The iconic Varkala Cliff, overlooking the Arabian Sea, offers mesmerizing sunset views and a vibrant atmosphere with cafes and shops. Papanasam Beach is believed to have sacred waters that wash away sins, attracting pilgrims and travelers alike. For a rejuvenating experience, visitors can explore Ayurvedic spas and yoga retreats. With its mix of natural beauty, adventure, and tranquility, Varkala is a must-visit destination for those seeking relaxation and spiritual bliss.
Destinations :Â Poovar, Varkala
No of nights :Â 4 Nights And 5 Days
No of pax :Â 2 adults
Meal Plan :Â CP
Transportation :Â Sedan
Included
- Accommodation for 4 nights
- Breakfast Only
- Pick-up, Drop and all transfers, sightseeing
- Fuel, Parking, Hill, Toll, Driver charges etc.
- Any meals other than mentioned above
- Any entry fees & guide serives
- Expenses of personal Nature such as tips, laundry, telephone, table drinks, beverages etc.
Tour Plan
- Pick up from Trivandrum & head to Varkala
- On the way, Visit
- Jatayu Rock -
- You will certainly get mesmerised with Kollam’s latest tourist attraction, the Jatayu Earth’s Center that hosts the world’s largest bird sculpture. Spanning over 65 acres across four hills, this is the State’s first ever BOT (Build-Operate-Transfer) tourism.
- The monumental statue of Jatayu resting high up the hill catches your attention even from afar on your way to Chadayamangalam in Kollam district. Jatayu is a legendary bird from the Indian epic Ramayana.
- You can reach the hilltop using a cable car. A multitude of experiences await the traveller in Jatayu Rock. One such is the museum and the 6D theatre inside the sculpture.
- Post Lunch visit
- Evening, left for leisure at Varkala beach
- On arrival, check-in at resort
- Overnight stay @ Varkala.
- After Breakfast, Proceed for Varkala sightseeing
- Mangrove Village Adventure -
- The mangrove forest in Nedungolam, Paravur, in the district of Kollam, is located at a distance of 18 km from Varkala. Perfect for a half-day trip, one can go on a 4km kayaking during the morning or evening. Sailing through these canals of Nedungolam, especially the mangrove forest, is a must-try experience. Mangrove Village Adventures is a leading tour operator for this experience.
- Varkala Cliff & Beach -
- Varkala beach is the only place in southern Kerala where cliffs are found adjacent to the Arabian Sea. These cliffs are of tertiary sedimentary formation and named by geologists as Varkala Formation. They are a geological monument as recorded by the Geological Survey of India.
- Overnight stay @ Varkala.
- Morning after breakfast, Check-out from resort and proceed to Poovar. On the way, visit
- Veli Lagoon -
- Veli Tourist Village - 10 km from Resort, this picnic spot, where the Veli Lake meets the Arabian Sea, offers boating facilities. Pedalboats and paddleboats can be hired to explore the charms of the lagoon in a leisurely manner. For a quick ride over the waters, speedboats are available for hire. Children enjoy climbing over the huge sculptures which dot the landscape. Veli Tourist Village also has a children's park and a Floating Café
- Rock Cut Cave temple -
- The granite cave encloses a one-celled shrine with a loose sculpture of Vinadhara Dakshinamurti. The outer wall of the cave depicts unfinished reliefs of Siva as "Tripurantakara" on the left and as "Nataraja" with Parvati on the right
- Overnight stay @ Poovar.
- Azhimala Shivan Temple -
- The temple is noted for its 58-ft-tall statue of Lord Shiva in the Gangadhareswara form, all made in concrete. The massive structure with Shiva's hair flowing in the wind and holding Goddess Ganga has a charm of its own and lends a magnificent appeal to the temple.
- Poovar Boating Cruise -
- The temple is noted for its 58-ft-tall statue of Lord Shiva in the Gangadhareswara form, all made in concrete. The massive structure with Shiva's hair flowing in the wind and holding Goddess Ganga has a charm of its own and lends a magnificent appeal to the temple.
- Overnight stay @ Poovar.
- Morning after breakfast, Check-out from resort and proceed to Trivandrum.
- Vizhinjam Port and Kovalam Beach -
- Vizhinjam Lighthouse is situated near Kovalam beach in Kerala. It started functioning on 30 June 1972. Vizhinjam was a busy sea port in the eighteenth and nineteenth centuries.
- Proceed to Kovalam beach
- Post lunch, Shopping at Trivandrum
- Drop @ Airport
- Your trip ends here.
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Max Guests
50
Min Age
12+
