Title: Visit Vaikom: 2026 Travel Guide for Vaikom, Kerala | Expedia.com [Hotels in Vaikom](https://expedia.com/Vaikom-Hotels.d553248635939585448.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Vacation Rentals in Vaikom](https://expedia.com/Vaikom-Vacation-Rentals.d553248635939585448.Travel-Guide-VacationRentals)[Car Rentals in Vaikom](https://expedia.com/Car-Rentals-In-Vaikom.d553248635939585448.Car-Rental-Guide)[Vaikom Vacation Packages](https://expedia.com/Vaikom.d553248635939585448.Destination-Travel-Guides) # Vaikom ## Travel Guide ![We were exploring Kochi Backwaters nearby a village known as Vaikom . Apart from Kochi , some nearby villages offer great stay . #LifeAtExpedia](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635939585448/68017d79-f7db-484f-8fbe-c47e86013b5f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![We were exploring Kochi Backwaters nearby a village known as Vaikom . Apart from Kochi , some nearby villages offer great stay . #LifeAtExpedia](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635939585448/68017d79-f7db-484f-8fbe-c47e86013b5f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Cruising through the beautiful backwaters of Vaikom in Kerala, which is not as touristy/commercialized as Alapuzzha. ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635939585448/395acb2f-8322-43ec-919e-f3caa9eba8b7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![ Vaikom, backwater front is a town in Kerala, South India. Near to Vaikom boat jetty, on the way to the public beach, are 10 sculptures, each of them reminding us of events in the historic Vaikom Satyagraha. They tell tales starting from Dalavakkunnu, where those who fought for social change were cut down and buried many years before the historic protest, to various scenes from the Satyagraha itself. ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635939585448/bdf830ac-fce3-46cc-972f-73e8bf198b81.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![The boathouses cruising through the backwaters is the mainstay of a Kerala experience. But to get through the narrow channels, a kayak or small boat is required. The channels are lined with houses of locals; We navigated through these channels on a canoe with a guide where we passed by beautiful rice fields, and small islands. One of the best parts about travelling through these backwaters is bird watching, as we made our way through the narrower channels. In addition, these tours also include stops at small-scale industries and the local market. The smaller boats and kayaks are definitely a more intimate and a great way to learn about the culture and lives of the locals residing in these areas.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635939585448/58bc850f-935b-4014-86c6-945727b15c03.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Vaikom Things to do - Vaikom Hotel Deals - Vacation Rentals in Vaikom ![Kochi Marriott Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9600000/9597600/9597588/ac32a654_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Kochi Marriott Hotel Lulu International Shopping Mall Kanayannur Kerala $95 nightly $112 total Feb 16 - Feb 17 Total with taxes and fees Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Kanayannur. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ... 9.2/10 Wonderful! (619 reviews) Staffs were very friendly Reviewed on Jan 30, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=2%2F16%2F2026&endDate=2%2F17%2F2026&selected=9597588&PinnedHotelID=9597588&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635939585448) ![Grand Hyatt Kochi Bolgatty](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/21000000/20150000/20141600/20141582/858d13f0_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Grand Hyatt Kochi Bolgatty Bolgatty Island Kanayannur Kerala $127 nightly $149 total Mar 1 - Mar 2 Total with taxes and fees Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Kanayannur. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ... 9.4/10 Exceptional! (214 reviews) The room was clean, they had decorated it for us for our honeymoon stay! They also celebrated us with some cakes as well. The view out of the room was beautiful. The bathroom facilities were 5/5 with ample amenities. The staff were very friendly and helpful too. Couldn’t recommend a stay here ... Reviewed on Feb 6, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=3%2F1%2F2026&endDate=3%2F2%2F2026&selected=20141582&PinnedHotelID=20141582&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635939585448) ![Le Meridien Kochi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/590000/583800/583740/fa8501c9_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Le Meridien Kochi Maradu Kanayannur Kerala $88 nightly $104 total Feb 15 - Feb 16 Total with taxes and fees Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Kanayannur. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Forum Kochi Shopping Center and Kerala ... 8.6/10 Excellent! (368 reviews) Clean room, very helpful staff, breakfast menu was missing chicken the second day which was brought to the attention, spa was so refreshing and relaxing, overall stay was great Reviewed on Jan 18, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=2%2F15%2F2026&endDate=2%2F16%2F2026&selected=583740&PinnedHotelID=583740&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635939585448) [See all 925 properties in Vaikom](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=2%2F11%2F2026&endDate=2%2F12%2F2026®ionId=553248635939585448) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply. ![Cosy Houseboats](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/23000000/22520000/22517400/22517341/c75c8483_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Cosy Houseboats Punnamada Finishing Point Road, Cosy Ambalapuzha Kerala Book a stay at this spa houseboat in Ambalapuzha. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Mullakkal Rajarajeswari Temple and ... 10/10 Exceptional! (3 reviews) The boathouse staff was excellent. They were very courteous and accommodating. Reviewed on Jan 24, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Alappuzha-Hotels-Cosy-Houseboats.h22517341.Hotel-Information) ![Royal Boathouse](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/113000000/112530000/112522800/112522754/w1024h678x0y1-cfb1e8d2_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Royal Boathouse Finishing Point Cosy Castle Ambalapuzha KL Stay at this houseboat in Ambalapuzha. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Mullakkal Rajarajeswari Temple and Ponnumthuruthu ... 10/10 Exceptional! (1 review) Nice backwater experience All the staff are friendly and very helpful. The other families we stayed in were also good. We had a fun backwater experience. The restaurant food was also very tasty.The room's also very cmfortable. 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Wander the lakeside in this relaxing area. [](https://expedia.com/Kaduthuruthy-Shiva-Temple-Vaikom.d553248621562260596.Vacation-Attraction) #### Vaikom Park Explore the great outdoors at Vaikom Park, a lovely green space in Vaikom. Stroll along the lakeside or visit the temples while you're in the area. [](https://expedia.com/Vaikom-Park-Vaikom.d802133848485863424.Vacation-Attraction) #### Kovalam Fish Market Enjoy an outing to Kovalam Fish Market during your stay in Vaikom. Wander the lakeside in this relaxing area. [](https://expedia.com/Kovalam-Fish-Market-Vaikom.d553248621532734822.Vacation-Attraction) ### Things to do ![Cultural Tour To Vaikom Village](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/2049398/91a0a070-ebca-4a6e-85c2-caca151a3691.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Cultural Tour To Vaikom Village $107 per adult [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/cultural-tour-to-vaikom-village.a2049398.activity-details) ![Private single room Boat](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/3203951/a19b0b66-95c2-4beb-bbab-5695a908932b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 21hrs Houseboat Tour through Alleppeys Serene Canals & Local Life $375 per traveler **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/21hrs-houseboat-tour-through-alleppeys-serene-canals-local-life.a3203951.activity-details) ![Full Day Kumbalangi Village Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/2076058/5c5ac02a-9758-45b6-9162-4a47a25f5541.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Full Day Kumbalangi Village Tour $75 per adult [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/full-day-kumbalangi-village-tour.a2076058.activity-details) ![Full Day Backwater Village Punting Boat Cruise](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47040269/0c6e06a6-5552-45e8-a5a4-14722413c179.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Full Day Backwater Village Punting Boat Cruise $28 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/full-day-backwater-village-punting-boat-cruise.a47040269.activity-details) ![Hill Palace Museum With Local Style Lunch](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/2091998/93b97962-8e27-4953-8e53-50aa4db66614.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Hill Palace Museum With Local Style Lunch $91 per traveler [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/hill-palace-museum-with-local-style-lunch.a2091998.activity-details) ![Mumbai Cultural Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1250541/9dc26194-ed52-49b4-89f0-39b82b8ee14f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Essence of Mumbai : The Cultural Experience Tour $100 per adult [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/essence-of-mumbai-the-cultural-experience-tour.a1250541.activity-details) [See all activities in Vaikom](https://expedia.com/Things-To-Do-In-Vaikom.d553248635939585448.Travel-Guide-Activities) ## Cities near Vaikom ![The drive from the beaches to the mountains is about 4 hours. It is dotted with small picturesque villages. The landscape and the fauna changes from palm trees to rubber to spice & tea gardens.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6034176/c2a3c861-0f1e-4aac-ba66-ef0faafea6b1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Kottayam ![A serene scene from Kerala ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6136911/5fc2b35a-a9f8-4e4f-b12a-9141d2499aef.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Cherthala - Cities near Vaikom - Places of interest [Kottayam](https://expedia.com/Kottayam.dx180590)[Thanneermukkom](https://expedia.com/Thanneermukkom.dx6136915)[Aymanam](https://expedia.com/Aymanam.dx6139970)[Chempu](https://expedia.com/Chempu.dx6145206)[Kaduthuruthy](https://expedia.com/Kaduthuruthy.dx6253594)[Thalayolaparambu](https://expedia.com/Thalayolaparambu.dx6253889)[Cherthala](https://expedia.com/Cherthala.dx6253915)[Kuruppumthara](https://expedia.com/Kuruppumthara.dx6257255)[Kanjiramattom](https://expedia.com/Kanjiramattom.dx6258334)[Perumbalam](https://expedia.com/Perumbalam.dx3000004389)[Muvattupuzha](https://expedia.com/Muvattupuzha.dx3000004435)[Poochakkal](https://expedia.com/Poochakkal.dx3000384185)[Arayankavu](https://expedia.com/Arayankavu.dx3000478184)[Arpookara](https://expedia.com/Arpookara.dx553248625326170124) - [Kaduthuruthy Shiva Temple ](https://expedia.com/Kaduthuruthy-Shiva-Temple-Vaikom.d553248621562260596.Vacation-Attraction) - [Kovalam Fish Market ](https://expedia.com/Kovalam-Fish-Market-Vaikom.d553248621532734822.Vacation-Attraction) - [Lulu Mall ](https://expedia.com/Lulu-Mall-Edapally.d553248621561164864.Vacation-Attraction) - [Marari Beach ](https://expedia.com/Marari-Beach-India.d553248621532734817.Vacation-Attraction) - [Fort Kochi Beach ](https://expedia.com/Fort-Kochi-Beach-Fort-Kochi.d553248623998565307.Vacation-Attraction) - [Alappuzha Beach ](https://expedia.com/Alappuzha-Beach-India.d6104792.Vacation-Attraction) - [Chottanikkara Bhagavathy Temple ](https://expedia.com/Chottanikkara-Bhagavathy-Temple-Kanayannur.d553248621532738087.Vacation-Attraction) - [Bolgatty Palace ](https://expedia.com/Bolgatty-Palace-Mulavukad.d553248621563225362.Vacation-Attraction) - [Marine Drive ](https://expedia.com/Marine-Drive-Ernakulam-North.d553248621532738103.Vacation-Attraction) - [Edathua Church ](https://expedia.com/Edathua-Church-Kuttanad-Taluk.d553248621562260540.Vacation-Attraction) - [Mattancherry Palace ](https://expedia.com/Mattancherry-Palace-Mattancherry.d6104806.Vacation-Attraction) - [Vembanad Lake ](https://expedia.com/Vembanad-Lake-Kerala.d6104796.Vacation-Attraction) - [Ambalapuzha Sree Krishna Temple ](https://expedia.com/Ambalapuzha-Sree-Krishna-Temple-Ambalapuzha.d553248621532734811.Vacation-Attraction) - [Chinese Fishing Nets ](https://expedia.com/Chinese-Fishing-Nets-Fort-Kochi.d6165193.Vacation-Attraction) - [Kumarakom Boat Jetty ](https://expedia.com/Kumarakom-Boat-Jetty-Kottayam.d6139782.Vacation-Attraction) - [Alleppey Lighthouse ](https://expedia.com/Alleppey-Lighthouse-Ambalapuzha.d553248635146348307.Vacation-Attraction) - [Wonderla Amusement Park ](https://expedia.com/Wonderla-Amusement-Park-Kochi.d553248621532738099.Vacation-Attraction) - [Chittilappilly Square ](https://expedia.com/Chittilappilly-Square-Kakkanad.d818808510879838208.Vacation-Attraction) - [Spice Market ](https://expedia.com/Spice-Market-Mattancherry.d6165191.Vacation-Attraction) - [Kumarakom Backwaters ](https://expedia.com/Kumarakom-Backwaters-Kottayam.d848149576597946368.Vacation-Attraction) - [Cochin Shipyard ](https://expedia.com/Cochin-Shipyard-Kanayannur.d553248621563225365.Vacation-Attraction) - [Chettikulangara Bhagavathy Temple ](https://expedia.com/Chettikulangara-Bhagavathy-Temple-Vazhicherry-Ward.d553248621562260581.Vacation-Attraction) - [St. Andrew's Basilica of Arthunkal ](https://expedia.com/St-Andrews-Basilica-Of-Arthunkal-Cherthala.d553248635974717247.Vacation-Attraction) - [Ettumanoor Mahadeva Temple ](https://expedia.com/Ettumanoor-Mahadeva-Temple-Kottayam.d553248630043277610.Vacation-Attraction) - [Kumarakom Bird Sanctuary ](https://expedia.com/Kumarakom-Bird-Sanctuary-Kottayam.d6139786.Vacation-Attraction) - [Wonderla ](https://expedia.com/Wonderla-Kunnathunad.d553248635939591571.Vacation-Attraction) - [Kottayam Cheriyapally ](https://expedia.com/Kottayam-Cheriyapally-Kottayam.d553248630043277668.Vacation-Attraction) - [Kerala Kathakali Centre ](https://expedia.com/Kerala-Kathakali-Centre-Kochi.d553248621532737850.Vacation-Attraction) - [Paradesi Synagogue ](https://expedia.com/Paradesi-Synagogue-Mattancherry.d6169760.Vacation-Attraction) - [Thirunakkara Mahadeva Temple ](https://expedia.com/Thirunakkara-Mahadeva-Temple-Kottayam.d6139784.Vacation-Attraction) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/mad-service/footer/bnaBanners/BEX_Footer.jpg) ## Go further with the Expedia app Save even more - get up to 20% on select hotels when you book on the app. Our app deals help you to save on trips so you can travel more and manage it all on the go. 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