District: Thiruvananthapuram, State: Kerala, India Area: 0 Languages Spoken: Malayalam, English Long Distance Code: +91-471 Importance: world famous beach Best Time to Visit: September to March
Description
Around 15 kms from the state capital of Thiruvananthapuram is the one of the most famous beaches of India, for local as well as international tourists, the Kovalam Beach. The small village of Kovalam came into limelight due to its beautiful beaches; those were thronged by tourists from all over the world. The uniqueness of the beaches was what attracted the tourists to this tiny village. <br />Kovalam in the local language means, place fringed with coconut palms, and indeed it is. Kovalam is full of coconut trees and soothing seashore, one of the best in India for swimming and other water sports. <br />The beaches of Kovalam are in a crescent like shape and can be divided in three parts. To the south is the most popular beach known as the lighthouse beach. One can have a spectacular view of the Vizhinzam Mosque from here. The northern most beach is known as the Samudra Beach and in between lies the beach called Hawah. While the other two beaches are mostly used for fishing purposes, it is only the Lighthouse beach that is full of tourists day in and out. <br />The soothing sand, the cool breeze and the beautiful sea, is the best place to relax. Kovalam beach offers many other options for relaxation such as the Ayurvedic massage parlours and Yoga classes. To top all the wonderful sea cuisine to cheer one's palate is always there. <br />The nights on the beaches are enlivened with the traditional Kathakali dance performances and various other folk forms of art performed by the local artists.
Location
It is located at a distance of around 15 kms from the capital of the state of Kerala, Thiruvananthapuram.
Small sojourn of Kerala / PI-0101 (5 Days / 4 Nights) Kochi-Kumarakom-Alappuzha-Kovalam-Trivandrum-Delhi
Kerala, known as the God's own country, has immense potential to lure any tour loving person. This small tour takes you on the journey of this emerald land to show you the culture and all that this state can offer.
Detailed Itinerary Day 1 : Kochi-Kumarakom Day 2 : Kumarakom - Alappuzha Day 3 : Alappuzha - Kovalam Day 4 : Kovalam - Trivandrum - Delhi Day 5 : Delhi
Alleppey Trivandrum Tour / PI-0102 (5 Days / 4 Nights) Kochi-Alappuzha-Kollam-Kovalam-Kanyakumari-Kovalam-Karaikudi-Madurai
Explore Kerala- the land of legends and lions. The place with its serene backwaters and other unique geographical features has also been termed as ‘God’s Own Country’ for the sheer beauty and essence of the place. Travel and discover this beautiful place that has been also counted among the thirteen paradises of the world as well as one of the 50 destinations of a lifetime.
Detailed Itinerary Day 1 : Kochi-Alappuzha Day 2 : Alappuzha-Kollam Day 3 : Kollam-Kovalam Day 4 : Kovalam - Kanyakumari - Kovalam Day 5 : Karaikudi-Madurai
Cochin Kovalam Tour / PI-0106 (5 Days / 4 Nights) Kochi-Alappuzha-Kovalam-Thiruvananthapuram
Enjoy the warmth of the sun at Kovalam beach and go for sightseeing tours in Cochin. Cochin as a city has a mixed heritage that spans several European cultures such as British, Portuguese, Dutch and Jewish. The trip takes you along for a ride that helps you experience a little of everything. In addition, enjoy the exotic rides on the house boats in the Kerala backwaters.
Detailed Itinerary Day 1 : Kochi Day 2 : Kochi-Alappuzha Day 3 : Alappuzha-Kovalam Day 4 : Kovalam Day 5 : Kovalam-Thiruvananthapuram
Tour the Exotic land, India / PC-562 (16 Days / 15 Nights) Delhi-Agra-Jaipur-Samode-Pushkar-Udaipur-Mumbai-Kochi-Alappuzha-Thiruvananthapuram-Kovalam-Thiruvananthapuram-Delhi
A journey starting from the north and ending in south of India. Each place comes as a surprise, each destination fascinates you equally. The mystic India comes alive on this tour. The beauty and the royalty come face to face in this mesmerizing tour of exotic India.
Detailed Itinerary Day 1 : Delhi Day 2 : Delhi Day 3 : Delhi-Agra Day 4 : Agra-Jaipur Day 5 : Jaipur Day 6 : Jaipur-Samode Day 7 : Samode-Pushkar Day 8 : Pushkar-Udaipur Day 9 : Udaipur Day 10 : Udaipur-Mumbai-Kochi Day 11 : Kochi - Alappuzha Day 12 : Alappuzha - Thiruvananthapuram-Kovalam Day 13 : Kovalam Day 14 : Kovalam Day 15 : Kovalam-Thiruvananthapuram-Delhi Day 16 : Delhi