Holidays to Trivandrum

Getting there and getting around

Flights to Trivandrum have an approximate flight time from the UK of around 11 hours 30 minutes. Trivandrum flights are operated out of London airports. You can book package holidays to Trivandrum right here at travel.co.uk. The accommodation in Trivandrum is suited to a wide range of budgets from basic self catering to luxury hotels. In resort there are several means of transport to help you get around. Use taxis or hop on a rickshaw for a truly authentic Indian journey.

Things to do

Holidays in Trivandrum are fantastic to discover the natural beauty of India. There is plenty to do and see. This authentic capital is full of wonder, and dating back to around 1000BC Trivandrum is steeped in history and traditional heritage. Sightseeing is a marvel, there are many museums, great temples and impressive magical palaces to visit and the architecture is sensational. You can see archaeological and historical objects of bronze idols, ivory and priceless ornaments. Shopping is a favourite pastime on holidays to Trivandrum. Purchase high quality silk, saris, jewellery, traditional clothes and antiques, the list is never ending. Look out for the Aranmula metal mirror, made by special metals mixed together to create a highly reflective surface, it’s a great authentic souvenir to take home. The beach is a favourite day out where you can take the opportunity to relax on the glorious sand and take romantic strolls along the Arabian coast breath in the sizzling Indian sunshine.

Food and drink

Trivandrum holidays are simply fantastic for flavours and colours. The spice of life is fulfilled every meal time. Delicious herbs and spices create the best authentic Indian curries in the world. Indian cuisine is celebrated throughout the world, having become a favourite in Britain and other European countries. Food festivals show the colour of life, a hint of chilli, curry powder, cumin, turmeric, mustard powder ensure the aroma and flavours are just sensational. Indian cuisine is served throughout the city’s eateries, and the chefs and stall boys who wear traditional attire, very much like to mingle and chat with those sampling their food.