Experience Kerala
10 days
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Private Guided
Kerala, as they call it, “God’s Own Country” is known for its rustic beauty and incredible picturesque landscapes. Located along the rich Malabar Coast, this tour welcomes you to discover its serene natural beauty. You will discover the historically evocative city of Kochi (Cochin), glide through the tranquil backwaters on an elegant and traditional wooden...
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Overview
Trip type
Private Guided
Lodging level
Premium - 4 star
Physical level
Moderate
Trip pace
Balanced schedule
Highlights
- Walking tour of Fort Cochin.
- Marvel at cantilevered Chinese fishing nets.
- Kathakali dance show, one of the oldest dance forms of India.
- Overnight on a traditional rice barge in the backwaters of Kerala.
- Walk through tea plantations in Munnar.
- Soft trek in Munnar.
- Soft trek in Periyar.
- Bamboo raft ride in Periyar.
- Spice Plantation visit in Periyar.
- Beach stay for 2 nights.
What's this trip about?
Kerala, as they call it, “God’s Own Country” is known for its rustic beauty and incredible picturesque landscapes. Located along the rich Malabar Coast, this tour welcomes you to discover its serene natural beauty. You will discover the historically evocative city of Kochi (Cochin), glide through the tranquil backwaters on an elegant and traditional wooden houseboat; stroll along the picturesque tea gardens of Munnar and spice plantations of Periyar and savour the most enticing cuisines. End your tour with a stay for a couple of nights at a beach hotel to relax and enjoy relaxing Ayurveda massages.
Please note:
*This price is per person price based on a minimum 2 persons travelling together and sharing 1 double / twin bedded room. If you wish to stay in 2 rooms on single occupancy, there will be an extra cost. In case, travelling as a family or more than 2 persons, let us know to send you a revised price offer.
* These prices are not valid during the peak period of 20 December to 10 January.
*If your travel dates are between May to 1st half of September, please let us know. We will be happy to offer you a discount.
Please feel free to let us know:
*In case you wish to use lower category hotels with good comfort to reduce the travel cost.
*If you wish to combine this tour with other parts of India or with one of our other tours featuring another region of India.
Please note:
*This price is per person price based on a minimum 2 persons travelling together and sharing 1 double / twin bedded room. If you wish to stay in 2 rooms on single occupancy, there will be an extra cost. In case, travelling as a family or more than 2 persons, let us know to send you a revised price offer.
* These prices are not valid during the peak period of 20 December to 10 January.
*If your travel dates are between May to 1st half of September, please let us know. We will be happy to offer you a discount.
Please feel free to let us know:
*In case you wish to use lower category hotels with good comfort to reduce the travel cost.
*If you wish to combine this tour with other parts of India or with one of our other tours featuring another region of India.
Details
Itinerary focusClassic Highlights
Group sizePrivate - your group only
Age rangeNo age restrictions
Flights and transportAll internal ground transport included
Start CityKochi (Cochin)
End CityKochi (Cochin)
Travel Themes
Destinations
Activities
Min Group Size
Trip includes
- 7 Nights accommodation on twin sharing basis at the hotels mentioned above or similar hotels.
- 1 Night accommodation on twin sharing basis in Houseboat.
- Meal Plan – Breakfast only (Starting with Breakfast on Day 03 till Breakfast on Day 10).
- Stay in Houseboat on full board basis (breakfast + lunch + dinner – all meals on fixed menu basis).
- Service of English-speaking local guide as per program in Cochin.
- English-speaking guide for trekking in Munnar and Periyar.
- Bamboo raft ride in Periyar.
- Transport services using Air-conditioned Vehicle (For 02 Pax - Toyota Innova Car)
- Entrance fees (Single Entry) to visit all monuments mentioned in the program.
- Responsible Travel commitment (per person): 1 Stainless steel water bottle (to help in reducing plastic).
- 500 INR contribution to an NGO.
- 1 Tote bag per person from WWF India.
- Road taxes, parking fees, fuel charges, interstate taxes, and porterage at airports only (wherever applicable).
- Airport representative for assistance at the airport on arrival and departure transfers only.
- All currently applicable taxes (5% GST, subject to change).
Itinerary
Day 01: Flight to Kochi
Flight to Cochin. Overnight on board.
Day 02: Arrive Kochi
• Walking tour of Fort Cochin
• St Francis Church
• Chinese fishing nets
• Jewish synagogue
• Dutch Palace
• Walk in Jewish street
• Performance of Kathakali, the cultural dance drama
• St Francis Church
• Chinese fishing nets
• Jewish synagogue
• Dutch Palace
• Walk in Jewish street
• Performance of Kathakali, the cultural dance drama
Arrive Kochi, earlier known as Cochin is als...
Day 03: Cochin / Munnar
• Drive to Munnar
• Visit a local market
• Tea Museum
• Visit a tea plantation
• Visit a local market
• Tea Museum
• Visit a tea plantation
This morning head up through the Western Ghats to Munnar, the tea country and former British hill station. Located at around 1700 meters above sea level, is...
Day 04: Munnar
• Private soft trek / nature walks with guide
• Afternoon free to relax or participate in hotel activities, if proposed by hotel
• Afternoon free to relax or participate in hotel activities, if proposed by hotel
The hills and forests around Munnar offer numerous nature trails and routes that are ideal for treks and soft hikes...
Day 05: Munnar / Periyar
• Walking tour of Spice plantation
• Walking tour of local market
• Kalarippayattu show, an ancient Kerala martial art
• Walking tour of local market
• Kalarippayattu show, an ancient Kerala martial art
This morning head up to Periyar known for Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary and spice plantations.
Afternoon ...
Day 06: Periyar
• Morning Nature Walk
• Bamboo rafting
• Bamboo rafting
Start your day early by heading on a Nature Walk in the wilderness with luxuriant collection of different species of flora and fauna. You will come across an incredible landscape compromising of moist dec...
Day 07: Periyar / Alleppey backwaters (Houseboat)
• Overnight on Houseboat
• Be a spectator for daily life around backwaters
• Lunch and dinner on board.
• Be a spectator for daily life around backwaters
• Lunch and dinner on board.
This morning travel to the Backwaters of Kerala. Board your traditional private rice barge. Lunch will be served on arrival. Spend your...
Day 08: Alleppey / Mararikulam
• Breakfast on board Houseboat.
Wake up on your houseboat and enjoy breakfast before disembarking. Your driver will meet you at disembarking point and will drive you to a charming and friendly fishing village lined with palm trees and a tranquil beach, a perfect place to end your India trip.
Day 09: In Mararikulam
• Day free to relax
Spend your day reading a book, taking a refreshing dip in the sea or sunbathe by the pool or just laze by the pool side.
You may also opt for Ayurveda massage (on direct payment basis).
Day 10: Mararikulam / Cochin / Fly back
• Transfer to airport
The room is booked till 10h00 only. In time transfer to Cochin airport to connect flight back home or to your next destination.
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Price From $1,804
Price per day$180
Last Updated: 3/5/2025
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Logistics
What's excluded
- Stay in single occupancy. Please check with us about the single supplement.
- Expenses of a personal nature like laundry, table drinks, telephone calls, camera/video camera fee at monuments, medical expenses, etc.
- Any kind of tips during the tour.
- Lunch and Dinner during the tour (other than during stay in Houseboat).
- Any insurance cover or airport taxes.
- Any other services not mentioned in the inclusions.
- Indian Visa
- Travel Insurance (we strongly recommend to buy travel insurance)
- International airfare/flight tickets
- Domestic (internal travel within India) flight tickets
- Any other services not mentioned above in cost includes section.
- Ayurveda message/treatment during the tour.
Accommodation
The Malabar House in Cochin effortlessly combines the old and new. Windermere Estate in Munnar is an intimate property, geared towards a different time, a different pace – inspired by the magic of plantation life. Houseboat provide all necessary comfort on board while enjoying the cruise through the backwaters of Kerala. It is equipped with air-condition in the bed room from 9 pm to 6 am. Marari Beach Resort offers a sea-side village experience set on 30 acres with coconut groves, lily ponds, fruit trees and a large organic farm. It is a tribute to the fisherfolk of this region who populate its spirit in obvious and subtle ways
Transportation & Flights
We will provide Air conditoned Toyota Innova for transport services.,
Guides
We will provide English-Speaking local guides for sightseeing as per the program
Cancellation policy
Full cancellation charge if cancelled within 30 days of arrival in India. If cancelled before 30 days of arrival in India, there may be cancellation charge from certain hotels, airlines and other activities. Besides this, there may be admistration fee.
Travel Insurance
We would strongly recommend you to carry travel insurance with you.
Visa requirements
Passport must be valid for six months beyond the date of visa application to obtain a visa. Tourist visa required : To travel to India, you need a Visa. Travelers must enter either on a paper visa or an e-tourist visa. e-visa.
To know the list of countries eligible for e-visa and to apply e-visa (e-tourist visa) and visa fee, please refer to official website - https://indianvisaonline.gov.in/evisa/tvoa.html
To know the list of countries eligible for e-visa and to apply e-visa (e-tourist visa) and visa fee, please refer to official website - https://indianvisaonline.gov.in/evisa/tvoa.html
Meals Included
- Meal Plan – Breakfast only (Starting with Breakfast on Day 03 till Breakfast on Day 10).
- Stay in Houseboat on full board basis (breakfast + lunch + dinner – all meals on fixed menu basis).
Age Requirements
No age restrictions
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