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Kerala Tour Packages from Italy
Private, fully customised Kerala holidays with a dedicated car and driver, hand-picked hotels, and a trip designer who plans around your dates and tastes. Fly from Milan or Rome, land in Kochi, and enjoy backwaters, tea hills, spice gardens and quiet beaches at your own pace.
Flight time
About 12 to 18 hours into Kochi (COK)
Usually one stop, sometimes seasonal direct flights
Visa
India e-Tourist Visa
Apply online before flying
Best time
November to March
Monsoon is June to September
Time difference
3.5 to 4.5 hours behind Kerala
3.5 hours in Italian summer time, 4.5 in winter
Trips from
₹25,800 pp
Quoted in EUR on request
Is Kerala good for Italian travellers?
Kerala for Italian travellers
Kerala is one of the best places in India for a first visit from Italy. It is green, calm and easy to travel, with tea hills in Munnar, wildlife in Thekkady, private houseboats on the Alleppey backwaters, and quiet beaches at Varkala and Marari. It is also warm and sunny from November to March, when Italy is cold and grey.
Kerala has long been tied to Europe through the spice trade. Pepper, cardamom and cinnamon from Kerala once travelled to Roman and Venetian markets, and you can still walk through spice gardens near Thekkady and the old spice warehouses in Fort Kochi. Italian guests often enjoy that story as much as the scenery, along with the food: fresh seafood, coconut curries, appam and a very good vegetarian table.
Most Italian guests plan 10 to 14 nights, so the trip is worth the flight. Every Iris Holidays trip is private. You get an air-conditioned car, an English-speaking driver, hotels approved by you before booking, and a named trip designer. We are a Government of India-approved tour operator based in Kochi, so the person planning your trip lives in Kerala, not at a call centre abroad.
Popular with Italian travellers
Kerala tour packages for travellers from Italy
Every package can be changed: add Varkala beach days, swap a hotel, add a spice-garden visit near Thekkady, or extend into Tamil Nadu. Prices are per person, twin share, and exclude international flights. Tell us your dates and we will send a free itinerary.
Wonders of South India
Alleppey · Bangalore · Kanyakumari · Kochi · Kovalam
From₹58,800
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2 weeks in Kerala
Alleppey · Kumarakom · Munnar · Thekkady · Thiruvananthapuram
From₹72,300
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Best of Kerala and Tamil Nadu
Alleppey · Kanyakumari · Kochi · Madurai · Munnar
From₹72,890
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Getting there
Flights to Kerala from Milan, Rome and other Italian airports
Fly into Kochi (COK) for Munnar, Thekkady and the backwaters. Thiruvananthapuram (TRV) suits trips that start in the south at Kovalam or Varkala. Most travellers from Italy connect once, for example in Delhi, Mumbai or a Gulf hub, and some seasonal flights may go direct.
| From | Usual connection | Total travel time |
|---|---|---|
| Milan (MXP) | One stop in Delhi, Mumbai or a Gulf hub, or a seasonal direct flight | Roughly 12 to 17 hours |
| Rome (FCO) | One stop in Delhi, Mumbai, a Gulf hub or Istanbul | Roughly 12 to 18 hours |
| Venice / Bologna / Turin (VCE, BLQ, TRN) | One stop in a European or Gulf hub, then onward | Roughly 14 to 20 hours |
| Naples / Southern Italy (NAP, BRI) | One stop in Rome, Milan or a Gulf hub, then onward | Roughly 15 to 22 hours |
Flight tips for Italian travellers
- Many connections reach Kochi late at night or early morning. Our drivers meet flights at any hour and track delays.
- Keep the first day light, or spend a night in Fort Kochi to recover from jet lag before driving to Munnar.
- Check your passport validity and the Italian Foreign Ministry's travel advice (Viaggiare Sicuri) before you book flights.
- We can quote combined trips with Sri Lanka, the Maldives or Tamil Nadu.
Entry requirements
India e-Visa for Italian citizens: 4 steps
Italian passport holders need a visa for India. Most apply for the online e-Tourist Visa, and only through the official Government of India website. Always confirm current rules on the official portal before you apply.
Check your passport
It should be valid for your whole stay, with blank pages for stamps.
Apply online
Use the official Government of India e-Visa portal and choose the e-Tourist Visa. Avoid look-alike sites that charge extra fees.
Apply early
Apply 3 to 4 weeks before you fly so there is room for questions or delays.
Carry the approval
Print the e-Visa approval and keep it with your passport. You will need it at the airport and on arrival.
When to go
Best time to visit Kerala from Italy
Kerala is best from November to March, when it is dry, sunny and warm, which suits an Italian winter escape. Italian holiday months are marked because flights and hotels cost more then. The monsoon, June to September, is green, quiet and good for Ayurveda.
Best weather Good, getting hot Monsoon Holidays School holidays (approx.)
Guest reviews
What Italian travellers say about Iris Holidays
5.0
★★★★★
6 reviews from Italian guests
Leanne Marcotrigiano
Milan · Solo Travellers · Oct 2025
Incredible 9-Day Kerala Tour
I had a 9-day trip with Iris Holidays, and I went to many different places. It was a very busy trip, but I explored Kochi and Munnar, and visited a tea factory which was really lovely. I went to the national park in Thekkady, and the wildlife sanctuary was absolutely phenomenal. I drove around quite a bit, and now I…
Naomi Tomasini
Milan · Families with Kids · Oct 2025
15-Day Kerala Tour Review
We had an amazing 15-day tour across Kerala, discovering the breathtaking beauty of this region. George was incredibly helpful, taking care of all our requests and ensuring everything went smoothly. Our driver, Antony, was more than just a driver—he was a wonderful guide who suggested the best places to visit and…
Giuseppe Giovanni Benini
Turin · Private Groups · Sep 2024
Amazing Kerala tour- 4days Tour package
Very good arrangements by Iris Holidays. The package include transport from Kochi and stays in Munnar. 4 days and 3 night package. The destination, accommodations, activities, and dining exceeded our expectations, making it a truly magical experience. We returned home feeling rejuvenated, connected, and excited.
Federico Mozzone
Florence · Families with Kids · Sep 2019
Customised Onam Season Tour in Kerala from Italy
Everybody whom we met from Iris Team and in Kerala exceeded our expectations. Really Professional Service an Iris Holidays Team through George was able to organise a fully customised tour even from thousands of kilometers of distance in Italy. Website and Email communication was very well managed by George from Iris…
Trip: Wonders of Kerala Full review
Manon Gioan and Friends
Rome · Families with Kids · Jun 2013
Backwaters Group Tour Review
Gods own country was ours for a few days Please accept our immense and heartfelt thanks for the good service you have rendered towards making our visit to Kerala a memorable experience. We sincerely appreciate your promptness in responding to our queries and hope you recognize, as we do, the valuable role you play in…
Li Chun & Alice battistella
Padova · Honeymooners & Couples · Apr 2011
Kerala Holiday Trip Review
Li Chun is from Wissenschaftliche Hochschule fur Unternehmensfuhrung in Germany and we were glad to host him in Kerala for a trip here It was an excellent experience for us. The entire team of Iris Holidays was very professional & co-operative & helped in making our holiday a special one. In future whenever we'll…
Good to know
Kerala trips from Italy: common questions
Do Italians need a visa for Kerala?
Yes. Italian passport holders need a visa for India. Most apply online for the e-Tourist Visa through the official Government of India portal, ideally 3 to 4 weeks before travel. Rules can change, so confirm on the official site.
Are there direct flights from Italy to Kerala?
Most travellers connect once, for example in Delhi, Mumbai, a Gulf hub or Istanbul. Some seasonal direct flights may operate in winter. Check current schedules before booking.
How many days do I need for Kerala?
Plan at least 10 nights, including the long flight, so you have time for Munnar, Thekkady, a houseboat in Alleppey and a beach. Two weeks lets you add Varkala, Kumarakom, Fort Kochi or an Ayurveda stay.
What is the best month to visit Kerala from Italy?
November to March is dry, sunny and warm, which makes it a popular winter escape. December is the busiest and most expensive month. June to September is the monsoon: green, quiet and cheaper, and good for Ayurveda. April and May are hot and humid.
Is Kerala safe for Italian travellers?
Kerala is one of India's most visited and relaxed states, and a private driver means you avoid crowded public transport. Take normal care with valuables, and check the latest advice from the Italian Foreign Ministry (Viaggiare Sicuri) before you book. Registering your trip on Dove siamo nel mondo is also a good idea.
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Page last updated: 13 November 2026
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