100% Tailor Made
- Every itinerary is designed around your dates, pace and budget
- Pick your hotels, houseboats and experiences — nothing is fixed
- Change plans on the go with 24/7 on-trip support
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Who is Iris Holidays?
We are a family-owned, Kerala-based, award-winning tour operator. For over 15 years we have planned personalised holidays with local expertise, trusted stays, and trip designers who care about every detail.
Meet our Trip Designers
Expert planners who craft your perfect holiday.
Our Story
Iris Holidays began with a simple belief — every journey should feel personal. From our Kochi roots we have grown into a trusted destination specialist while keeping that family-run care at the centre of every trip.
Our Mission
To create unique, unforgettable travel experiences through local expertise, honest guidance, and dedicated trip designers who plan every detail with you.
What Sets Us Apart
Personalized Itineraries
- Built around your dates and pace
- Flexible day plans
- Dedicated trip designer
Local Expertise
- Kerala destination specialists
- On-ground knowledge
- Trusted supplier network
Transparency & Trust
- Clear communication
- Honest pricing
- No hidden surprises
Verified Stays & Partners
- Personally shortlisted hotels
- Briefed drivers
- Support while you travel
Our Values
Authenticity
Honest advice and journeys that feel true to place and people.
Guest First
Every itinerary starts with listening to what matters to you.
Excellence
Quality stays, thoughtful planning and care at every step.
4.9/5TripAdvisor Rating
PartnerKerala Tourism
RecognisedQuality Tourism
TrustedIndustry Awards
Why Choose Iris?
Transparent Pricing
Clear inclusions and honest quotes from the first conversation.
Safety First
Verified hotels, briefed drivers and support while you travel.
Local Insights
Destination specialists who know Kerala beyond the brochure.
Flexible Pace
Plans that leave room to slow down or stay longer.
Personal Design
No rigid templates — built around your dates and interests.
Always Reachable
Help when plans change, so you can focus on the journey.
Our Founders
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George Abraham FounderLife at Iris Holidays
What Our Guests Say About Us
★★★★★
Excellent planning and warm support from start to finish.
MeeraIndia★★★★★
Best Kerala itinerary we have experienced as a family.
RahulUAE★★★★★
Professional, caring and deeply knowledgeable team.
SophieUK★★★★★
Transparent communication and wonderful trip designers.
DavidUSAOur Trip Designers would love to create a Personalised package for you
Why book with Iris Holidays ?
We visit and verify all resorts in Kerala that we suggest to you so that guests like you can have a VERY warm & comfortable about an awesome holiday. We won’t suggest anywhere that we haven’t been to and tried ourselves. When you book online or call us, we share the kind of insider low-down we'd give to our best friends about destinations and hotels. Rest assured: when you book with us, every last detail is taken care
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2500+ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Reviews on TripAdvisor
Only Tour Company in Kerala with 2500+ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Reviews on TripAdvisor over 14 years from multiple customers from multiple countries. Consistency Matters!
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Approved by Govt:of India & Govt: of Kerala
We are approved after verification by Govt of India & Govt of Kerala
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Private Vehicle - Only for you
Chauffeur driven vehicle for you 24X7
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Customised Packages with the Best Hotels & Resorts
We handpick our hotels & houseboats
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Authentic and Unique Experiences Crafted over 15 Years
Our award-winning, personalised private trips provide incredible insights and insider tips from last 15 years of experience of crafting tours in Kerala, passionately bringing alive unique and exclusive experiences for you.
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12 Consecutive TripAdvisor Awards for Best Tour Operator
Certificate of Excellence Award for the past 13 Consecutive Years from 2014 to 2026
Why travel with Iris Holidays?
Award-winning Kerala specialists who design every trip around you — recognised by Tripadvisor with the Certificate of Excellence for 9 consecutive years (2014–2022).
Award Winning Service
- Tripadvisor Certificate of Excellence 9 years in a row (2014–2022)
- Travellers’ Choice winner 2020, 2022, 2023 & 2024
- Real stories from real guests — read our reviews →
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Expert Knowledge
- Kerala-based trip designers who know every backwater and hill road
- One specialist handles your trip from first call to final day
- Insider tips on the best season, stays and hidden gems
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Govt Approved
- Approved by the Ministry of Tourism, Govt. of India
- Registered with Kerala Tourism (Dept. of Tourism, Govt. of Kerala)
- Licensed vehicles, trained drivers & transparent GST billing
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