8 Days Best of Kerala, India

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Experience the tropical Kerala in India's deep south. Visit historic Fort Kochi, the pictorial hill station of Munnar with its verdant tea plantations and spend a night aboard a houseboat, gliding along the tranquil, palm fringed backwaters.
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Overview

Trip type
Small Group Tour
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Easy
Trip pace
Full schedule

Highlights

    • Experience a traditional Kathakali dance show
    • Witness the scenic beauty of Munnar
    • Pay a visit to the big cats at Periyar Tiger Reserve
    • Meet enormous elephants on safari at Periyar
    • Enjoy the night relaxing on your houseboat

What's this trip about?

    Experience the tropical Kerala in India's deep south. Visit historic Fort Kochi, the pictorial hill station of Munnar with its verdant tea plantations and spend a night aboard a houseboat, gliding along the tranquil, palm fringed backwaters.

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Details

Itinerary focusClassic Highlights
Group sizeSmall Group - 24 max
Age rangeNo age restrictions
Flights and transportN/A
Start CityCochin
End CityCochin

Travel Themes

  • Family Friendly
  • National Parks
  • Nature & Wildlife
  • Safari

Destinations

  • Asia
  • India

Attractions

  • Kerala

Activities

  • Culture

Trip includes

    • 7 Nights accommodation based on double / twin sharing basis
    • Assistance during arrival and departure
    • Daily breakfast at hotel
    • All transfers including airport transfers by an AC Car MUV / SUV / Sedan car
    • Local english speaking guide at Cochin
    • Visit to Eravikulam National Park
    • Boat ride at lake preiyar
    • Kumarakom bird sanctuary visit
    • One mineral water bottle per person per day

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Itinerary

Travel Map

Day 1: Arrival at Cochin

Arrival at Cochin airport, Holidays At representative will assist you at airport and later transfer to the hotel for night stay. Relax at the hotel or day free for leisure activities.

Overnight at Hotel.

 

Day 2: At Cochin

Today morning after breakfast at hotel, later proceed for full day sightseeing tour to Cochin visit Fort Cochin, St.Frances Church, Jewish Synagogue, Mattancherry ""Dutch"" Palace and Chinese fishing market. Evening enjoy the kathakali dance show, one of India's most ...

Day 3: Cochin - Munnar (130 Km/4 Hrs)

Today morning after breakfast at hotel, later check out from hotel and later drive to Munnar “Scenic hills of Kerala” and en-route enjoy the scenic beauty & the marvelous waterfalls of Kerala, with high mountains and the low flying clouds passing by. Upon arrival ...

Day 4: Munnar - Periyar (98 Km/3:30 Hrs)

Today morning after breakfast at hotel, later check out from hotel and drive to Periyar. Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary is one of biggest wildlife sanctuaries in India's which covers 777 Sq. Km (300 Sq. miles) for a Tiger Reserve. Upon arrival at Periyar National Park check in the hotel for night stay. Later proceed for cardamom plantation areas.

Overnight at Hotel.

 

Day 5: At Periyar

Today morning after breakfast at hotel, later proceed for a full day sightseeing tour of Periyar, enjoy the Bamboo Rafting & Border Hiking are a unique program available in Periyar, elephant safari at Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary also visit Kumily, Mangala and Devi Temple.

Overnight at Hotel.

 

Day 6: Periyar - Alleppey (128 Km/3:30 Hrs)

Today morning after breakfast at hotel, later check out from hotel and proceed for backwater to enjoy the houseboat journey for day and night. Upon arrival at Alleppey check in your houseboat for night stay. Later proceed for backwaters & lagoons on Alappuzha, lat...

Day 7: Alleppey - Kumarakom (32 Km/1 Hrs)

Today morning after breakfast at hotel, later check out from houseboat and drive to Kumarakom “Town of Backwaters”. Upon arrival at Kumarakom check in the hotel for night stay. Later proceed for Kumarakom sightseeing tour visit Vembanad Lake, Aruvikkuzhi Waterfalls, K...

Day 8: Kumarakom - Cochin (48 Km/1:30 Hrs) and Departure

Today morning after breakfast at hotel, later check out from hotel and drive to Cochin airport to board the flight to your home.

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Dates & Availability

Price From $893
Price per day$112
Last Updated: 3/21/2019

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The total tour cost includes the tour price (regular or promotional) and the compulsory local payment. The promotional price is subject to change. Check directly with the operator for the latest price offer. The tour operator requires you to pay only the tour price to purchase your travel. The compulsory local payment will be paid when you join the trip. All prices are based on double, twin or triple share occupancy. Solo passengers will be accommodated in a double, twin or triple room according to availability with a passenger(s) of the same gender. Single supplement only needs to be paid if the passenger does not want to share and requests their own room. Discounts can only be applied at the time of booking and cannot be added at a later date, regardless of any changes made to the original booking.

Prices may vary due to local taxes and trip seasonality. Click "Request Info" to inquire directly with the tour operator for the final trip price.

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Logistics

What's excluded

    • Visas Fee (if applicable)
    • Monument entry fees
    • Tips (always optional, but some guidance will be given in the pre-departure information pack you’ll receive after booking)
    • Beverages other than drinking water & any costs of a personal nature
    • International flights to/from the start/finish of the trip

Accommodation

,Value - 3 start level accommodations - Trips labeled “Value” fall into a mid-range budget and the accommodations can range from comfortable lodges, guesthouses, and homestays to three star hotels. Fort Castle - Cochin Bellmount Resorts - Munnar Blooming Paradise - Periyar Standard House Boat - Alleppey Ashirwad Heritage Resorts - Kumarakom
Cancellation policy

If you Cancel your Holiday

You or any member of your party may cancel their travel arrangements at any time. Written notification or an e-mail to that effect from the person who made the booking must be received at our office. The cancellation charges applicable are as per the published cancellation policy below:

Cancellation charges per person

  • 30 days or more before date of departure: 25% of total cost
  • 29 - 20 days before date of departure: 50% of total cost
  • 19 - 10 days before date of departure: 100% of total cost
Travel Insurance
We strongly recommend purchasing travel insurance alongside your travel package to safeguard against unforeseen circumstances such as medical expenses, trip cancellations, and other contingencies. It offers you peace of mind and ensures you are prepared for unexpected events that may occur before or during your journey
Visa requirements
Visa requirements vary depending on your country of origin and your country of destination. It is your responsibility to familiarize yourself with the relevant requirements. For a handy tool that can help you quickly find the requirements, please visit this link .
Meals Included

7 Breakfasts at hotel, 1 Lunch at Houseboat and 1 Dinner at Houseboat

Age Requirements
No age restrictions
Additional Information

Easy - Trip generally requires some walking on multiple days of the trip over even terrain.

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