Experience Kerala

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Enchanting Kerala dazzles with shimmering lagoons in Kovalam, dense jungles and lake in Periyar, quaint hills in Munnar, rippling backwaters at Alleppey and Kumarakom. The Kumarakom lodges a sanctuary having countless national and migratory winged guests, largely thronged by ornithologists and animal lovers. Portuguese and Dutch settlements in port town Kochi...
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Overview

Trip type
Private Guided
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Easy
Trip pace
Flexible schedule

Highlights

    • Watch a Kathakali dance performance in Kochi
    • Drive through lush green tea gardens in Munnar
    • Enjoy a boat ride in Periyar
    • Be at leisure in Kovalam
    • Experience a cruise on a houseboat

What's this trip about?

    Enchanting Kerala dazzles with shimmering lagoons in Kovalam, dense jungles and lake in Periyar, quaint hills in Munnar, rippling backwaters at Alleppey and Kumarakom. The Kumarakom lodges a sanctuary having countless national and migratory winged guests, largely thronged by ornithologists and animal lovers. Portuguese and Dutch settlements in port town Kochi reveals the history of ancient foreign inhabitants. Soak yourself in spa massages in Kerala.

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Details

Itinerary focusClassic Highlights
Group sizePrivate - your group only
Age rangeNo age restrictions
Flights and transportAll internal ground transport included
Start CityKochi
End CityKochi

Travel Themes

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

Destinations

Activities

  • Culture
  • Historic Sightseeing
  • Short Cruise

Trip includes

    • Accommodation in 01 Double/Twin room based on 3 star hotels.
    • All Assistance by GeTS holidays representatives on arrival & departure.
    • Surface Transportation in Air conditioned car with professional driver.
    • Daily Breakfast in all hotels.
    • All Meals in the Allepey Houseboat.
    • Bottled mineral water in car during sightseeing.
    • Kathakali Dance Show in Cochin.
    • Boat Ride in Periyar including the Entrance Fee to the Park.
    • All expenses related to the vehicle like, Permit, Toll tax etc.
    • Fuel charges, Parking, Driver expenses.
    • All Government taxes inclusive of GST.

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Itinerary

Travel Map

Day 1: Arrival at Kochi

Welcome to Kochi. Our representative will welcome you on arrival at the airport and escort you to the hotel .

Overnight in Kochi.

Day 2: Kochi

After breakfast, enjoy a half-day tour of Cochin. Kochi (colonial name Cochin) is a vibrant city, also referred to as the Gateway to Kerala. The ruler of Kochi allowed the Portuguese to construct a fort next to the waterfront here. Thus, emerged Fort Kochi. Also calle...

Day 3: Kochi-Munnar (127kms/3-4hrs drive approx.)

After breakfast drive to Munnar; upon arrival in Munnar you will check in at a hotel and relax. Overnight in Munnar.

Day 4:Munnar

Today, enjoy a full day sightseeing tour of Munnar. In the morning, visit the Tea Museum in the Nallathanni Estate of Tata Tea, which showcases some of the exquisite and interesting aspects of the genesis and growth of tea plantations in Munnar. This Tea Museum houses...

Day 5: Munnar-Periyar (135kms/3-4hrs drive approx.)

After breakfast this morning you will check out of the hotel and drive to Periyar. Upon arrival in Periyar you will check in at the hotel and relax. Thereafter you are at leisure to explore at your own pace. Overnight in Periyar.

Day 6: Periyar

After breakfast you will enjoy a boat ride in Lake Periyar. The best way to explore Periyar is by boat, but you also have the option of watchtowers. At Eddapaliyam, right from the hotel, it is possible to sit back and enjoy the sight of gaur, elephant and wild boar as...

Day 7: Periyar-Kovalam(161kms/3-4hrs drive approx.)

After breakfast you will check out of the hotel and drive to Kollam. Upon arrival in Kollam you will check in at a hotel and relax. Overnight in Kollam.

Day 8: Kovalam

Day at leisure or relax on lagoon side. Overnight in Kollam.

Day 9: Kovalam

Day at leisure or relax on lagoon side. Overnight in Kollam.

Day 10: Kovalam

Day at leisure or relax on lagoon side. Overnight in Kollam.

Day 11: Kovalam-Alleppey (83kms/2hrs drive approx.)

After breakfast you are at leisure till noon. At noon you will check out from the hotel and then drive to Alleppey. Upon arrival in Alleppey you will check in at a houseboat and relax. Meals on board.

Enjoy a day cruise on a house boat in Alleppey. Alleppey, ""...

Day 12: Alleppey-Kumarakom (houseboat cruise)

After breakfast you will again cruise on Kerala backwaters and then proceed towards Kumarakom. Overnight on a houseboat.

Day 13: Kumarakom-Kochi (65kms/1-2hrs drive approx.)

After breakfast you will check out of the houseboat and then enjoy a walk inside the Kumarakom Bird Sanctuary. Kumarakom is a cluster of little islands on Vembanad Lake, which is home to the Kumarakom Bird Sanctuary. An ornithologist's paradise, the sanctuary is sprea...

Day 14: Kochi departure

After breakfast you will be transferred to the Kochi airport for your departure flight. Here we part ways and hope you had a memorable trip with us. Have a pleasant flight.

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Dates & Availability

Price From $1,025
Price per day$73
Last Updated: 2/19/2019

Price valid from October 2018 to March 2019 (USD 1025 per person based on 2 people in twin sharing basis); Price valid from April 2019 to September 2019 (USD 959 per person based on 2 people in twin sharing basis).

Tour price is valid from 1st October 2019 to 31st March 2020

Check Current Availability, prices, specials with GeTS Holidays.

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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GeTS Holidays Reviews & Ratings

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Maria

Oct 2019

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Thank you for the great experience

Thank you for the great experience you have gave us in India! All the staff was very kind and helpfull. The hotels in Goa, Agra and Jaipur were very good! We hope to...

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Larry

Sep 2019

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Most memorable adventure

I highly recommend this company to put together a most memorable adventure. I just had the best experience of my life with GeTS in India. Everything about my 19 days...

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Sep 2019

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We had a wonderful experience

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Logistics

What's excluded

    • Medical and insurance of any kind.
    • Any Air Fare.
    • Indian Visa.
    • Any Monument Entrances Fees except Periyar National Park.
    • Any expenses arising out of unforeseen circumstances like hike in fare, strike or any other natural calamities.
    • Personal nature Expenses i.e. Telephone Calls, Laundry, Soft / Hard Drinks, Meals.

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.

Cochin: The Dunes

Munnar: Misty Mountain Resort

Periyar: Hotel Peppervine

Kovalam: Abad Harmonia Beach Resort

Allepey: Deluxe Houseboat

Kumarakom: Laxmi Hotel & Resorts

Travel Insurance
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Meals Included

13 Breakfasts, 1 Lunches and 1 Dinners

Age Requirements
No age restrictions
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