Authentic houseboat Day cruise one of the unique experiences you will only get from the magnificent backwaters of Kerala. You can witness mind soothing sights on the villages along the banks of backwaters like the green paddy fields, rustic homes, tiny houses built with thatched roof of coconut leaves situated at the stretches of .... read more read less
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London , United Kingdom
23 Jun, 2025
Loiret , France
22 Apr, 2019
We enjoyed our houseboat day cruise in Kerala. The cook in the boat cooked so well,Afsal our driver is friendly and very professional. We enjoyed the tour specially the boat and very different from boats in France.
Backwater holidays in the world renowned houseboats in Alleppey for one night.This package is ideal for weekend break from Chennai, Bangalore or Mumbai.This package can be customised to include a candlelight dinner in houseboat, a lingering boat cruise along the palm-fringed shores of emerald green backwaters at Kumarakom and A-La-Carte Candle ligh.... read more read less
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We found this tour through the internet, and told our requests. They immediately booked a houseboat which is clean and beautiful and it was exactly we looked for. Lunch and snack specially cooked for us on the boat are very tasty. All staffs were nice to us. We are satisfied with this day trip.
Bangalore, India
12 Mar, 2018
I must thank Iris Holidays for making my backwaters trip absolutely pleasurable!! The accomodation was impeccable and done up very well.Since we had informed the agent earlier about our anniversary, they arranged for a "Honeymoon Suite" Houseboa
Hyderabad, India
06 Mar, 2018
Kudos for offering such a smooth trip!!Never was there a instant when I had to think how and what I will be doing to commute in Kerala, picks up drops were fantastic throughout our Kerala trip. We absolutely had a blast, and really appreciated y
Backwaters in Kerala is a unique experience that offers encounters with lifee along the backwaters and laid back life culture of Kerala.Away from the honking horns and bustling streets, you can experience a completely different world out there in Kerala and Snap the ever-changing scenes on the backwater that surround you at the enchanting Kerala ba.... read more read less
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This was our first time in Kerala and we had such a wonderful experience! Mr. Vipin, our driver, was extremely accommodating throughout the journey, and the car was always clean and comfortable. Kerala offered so many fun things to do and see, and we were able to cover so much without feeling rushed. The duration of the trip was just perfect. The houseboat experience was incredibly relaxing, and the food throughout the entire trip was absolutely delicious. We truly can’t wait to come back!
Seattle, United States Of America
08 Dec, 2025
This was our first time in Kerala and we had such a wonderful experience! Mr. Vipin, our driver, was extremely accommodating throughout the journey, and the car was always clean and comfortable. Kerala offered so many fun things to do
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London , United Kingdom
09 Jun, 2025
it was a really great experience! Iris Holidays provided a wonderful houseboat trip through the beautiful backwaters of Kerala. The boat was amazing — clean, comfortable, and perfect for relaxing. The food served on board was delicious, and the
Kerala Luxury Houseboat Package in Alleppey or Kumarakom backwaters will ensure that the mystique perseveres unfurl before the senses. The soothing warm air, the rich green foliage, the luxuriant swirls of the Malayalam sign boards and alphabets and the kaleidoscope of people and spices on display in the markets enthralls you right away. You can en.... read more read less
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Many thanks to the team of Iris holidays as we had a wonderful time last August in Kerala. The crew, food, hotel accommodation, transport everything was superb. We cherish every moment of our holidays at Kerala. Good job Iris holidays.
Booked Luxury Kerala Houseboat Package on August 23, 2013
India, India
27 Mar, 2018
Many thanks to the team of Iris holidays as we had a wonderful time last August in Kerala. The crew, food, hotel accommodation, transport everything was superb. We cherish every moment of our holidays at Kerala. Good job Iris holidays. Booked
USA, USA
28 Mar, 2018
Thank you Iris holidays for the Best Service. A Huge Thanks to Baburaj for being an excellent driver, guide and photographer. This has been a very special trip and a really enjoyable holiday experience in Kerala for me and my wife Booked Exotic Kera
A ideal, flexible break for families, groups or couples intent on romance. Tailor your stay with activities that suit your plans and wish list. Kerala has so much to offer, indulge in authentic Indian life and stunning, rich, natural topography. You may be intent on experiencing the outdoors and exploring the green slopes and exot.... read more read less
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We booked a 5-day tour and were absolutely thrilled with the experience! Everything was super well planned and organized, with so many great activities included. Our driver was incredibly kind, always helpful, and really took care of all our wishes and needs. The hotels and resorts were lovely—clean, friendly, and comfortable. Even with monsoon season and a bit of rain, we had such a fun and memorable trip. Highly recommended!
Munich, Germany
23 Jun, 2025
We booked a 5-day tour and were absolutely thrilled with the experience! Everything was super well planned and organized, with so many great activities included. Our driver was incredibly kind, always helpful, and really took care of all our wishes a
Jurong, Singapore
08 May, 2025
Our Kerala trip with Iris Holidays was simply unforgettable! George crafted a smooth, well-planned itinerary with great stays, while our guide/driver Shajeer went above and beyond—sharing local gems, offering snacks en route,
Best option for the honeymoon couples who long for a romantic vacation and the families who plan for a leisure trip. Greenvalley package offers you a cool getaway to the mesmerizing hill stations of Kerala like Munnar and Thekkady along with the unique backwaters in Alleppey. The Greenvalley package is one of the best selling and popular.... read more read less
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It’s my first time to visit India and I’m so happy that I did it! Kerala is wonderful, with incredible mountains, lakes , rivers , beaches, forests, cultural , great foods and friendly people , the whole vibes ! Highly recommend Iris Holidays, well organized schedule by my personal request. Especially my driver / guide Sinto, he is very professional , kind , efficient, helpful and mindful , thank you and your colleagues to help me have this amazing experience!
Hong Kong, China
04 Nov, 2024
It’s my first time to visit India and I’m so happy that I did it! Kerala is wonderful, with incredible mountains, lakes , rivers , beaches, forests, cultural , great foods and friendly people , the whole vibes ! Highly recommend Iris Holi
Moddin, Israel
09 Aug, 2022
George Performed beyond our expectations.Customer service and iris holidays staff attitude exceeded our expectations.Driver Nimish was super.George build a great program with first class accommodations,and always very responsive to our questions and
Combine the allure of a romantic hill station of Munnar with soft sands in Kovalam and everything in between . Spicy Kerala Honeymoon Tour Package offers a great honeymoon experience to the newly married couples. The hills and mountains of Munnar, the beach views and shores of Kovalam and the mesmerizing lakes in Kumarakom will give you the best .... read more read less
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The trip was indeed pleasurable thanks to the exquisite nature of Kerala.we are thankful to the good weather and needless to say that kerala is indeed god's own country in its luxuriant natural settings.The journey and sightseeing , had been safe and we did not encounter major obstacles.Thanks for giving a houseboat with upperdeck which gave us a better view.Thanks to the co-operation of your agency.
WOW Kerala Tour covers tourist attractions in Munnar, the alluring Kovalam beach and the tranquillizing backwaters in Kumarakom. This Munnar, Kumarakom, Alleppey, Kovalam tour package is suitable for the expeditions with varying experiences that you will ever get anywhere else in Kerala. It is the best package for both families as well as hon.... read more read less
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Amazing Trip! I was traveling solo for a week across Kerala, and every day was perfectly organized and interesting. I saw so many things I could not have if I organized it alone. I can highly recommend Iris Holidays; I will come back to India for sure and use them again!
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Wellington, New Zealand
19 Sep, 2024
Amazing Trip! I was traveling solo for a week across Kerala, and every day was perfectly organized and interesting. I saw so many things I could not have if I organized it alone. I can highly recommend Iris Holidays; I will come back to India for sur
Hyderabad, India
29 Mar, 2018
I had a great experience with Iris Holidays. It started with the first request when Miss Jeeva helped us to create a great kerala holiday package by replying to all our queries as quickly as possible . The tour guide Mr:Raj helped us a lot and took r
A Tour package covering filming location in Kerala. This tour package will take you through a beautiful locations in Kerala seen in Hindi films like Chennai Express, Baahubali, Life of Pi, Dil-Se, Raavan, Guru, Bombay, Nishabd, Karthik calling Karthik and Tamil films like Vinnay Thandi Viruvaya, Muthu, Autograph and English films like Cotton .... read more read less
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In Gods Own Country there prevails God's Own People (IRIS HOLIDAYS). These guys really understand what holidays mean to the people when they are out for relaxation and hassle free world. Right from the beginning of the tour Saranya Prakash was there with all her efforts to make the week long holidays a lifetime memorable Tour.
Saranya designed the tour so well that I don\'t have even words to thank her. IRIS HOLIDAYS - With so honest work and great plannings for the holidays,you have very bright time in future. Thanks IRIS HOLIDAYS & TEAM. CARRY ON THE GOOD WORK.
Kerala has earned a justifiable reputation as a little piece of heaven or, ‘God’s own country’. Lazy backwaters wind their way amongst lush valleys, with verdant hills rising up, dotted with tea, coffee and spice plantations all interwoven with plunging waterfalls and peaceful lakes. The temperate climate makes the la.... read more read less
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Our Kerala tour was absolutely fantastic! The itinerary was well-organized, giving us a perfect blend of experiences across a nice variety of locations. From the serene backwaters to the lush tea gardens and vibrant cultural spots, everything was planned seamlessly.We highly recommend Irisholidays for anyone planning a Kerala tour – their expertise and attention to detail made our trip unforgettable!
London , United Kingdom
15 Jan, 2025
Our Kerala tour was absolutely fantastic! The itinerary was well-organized, giving us a perfect blend of experiences across a nice variety of locations. From the serene backwaters to the lush tea gardens and vibrant cultural spots, everything was pla
Detroit, United States Of America
21 Oct, 2024
This was very well planned. The first 3 days were filled with activities and the last 2 were more relaxing (but on a nicer property and a houseboat). I'm glad I had a driver in Kerala because of all the twisty cliffside roads. Vipin was an excell
This was our first time in Kerala and we had such a wonderful experience! Mr. Vipin, our driver, was extremely accommodating throughout the journey, and the car was always clean and comfortable. Kerala offered so many fun things to do
Seattle, United States Of America
nforgettable Kerala trip with Iris Holidays! Everything was well-planned and smooth. Munnar’s green hills, a serene houseboat stay, and a luxurious end at Blanket Resort made the journey perfect. A special thanks to our driver Afsal, who
Hawalli, Kuwait
We booked a 5-day tour and were absolutely thrilled with the experience! Everything was super well planned and organized, with so many great activities included. Our driver was incredibly kind, always helpful, and really took care of all our wishes a
Munich, Germany
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We had a wonderful experience on the Kerala backwater houseboat tour. Great driver who picked us up from the hotel and drove us to the houseboat. The houseboat was lovely the the driver and cook on board prepared a lovely lunch for us. Such a lov