Kerala Leisure Tour

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Kerala is an ideal vacation destination for anyone looking for a relaxing beach holiday in India, thanks to its rich cultural heritage and beautiful natural landscapes. Check out the Chinese Fishing Nets in the port and the rest of Cochin's fascinating historical landmarks. Explore the lush landscape of Munnar and take in the stunning scenery. Kerala's backwa...
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Overview

Trip type
Private Guided
Lodging level
Premium - 4 star
Physical level
Easy
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Highlights

    • Experience the famed tea estates of Munnar
    • Take a stroll around Fort Cochin to experience the charm of this cultural hub
    • Take a houseboat to get a glimpse into Kerala's rural life
    • Bask in the rays of the sun on Kovalam's beaches

What's this trip about?

    Kerala is an ideal vacation destination for anyone looking for a relaxing beach holiday in India, thanks to its rich cultural heritage and beautiful natural landscapes. Check out the Chinese Fishing Nets in the port and the rest of Cochin's fascinating historical landmarks. Explore the lush landscape of Munnar and take in the stunning scenery. Kerala's backwaters are perfect for a houseboat vacation. Spend some time unwinding on one of Kovalam's beautiful beaches. Enjoy a trip on a houseboat through the peaceful backwaters of Kerala and take some time to relax on the beautiful beaches of Kovalam. 

Details

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

Travel Themes

  • Cultural
  • Local Immersion & Homestays
  • Nature & Wildlife
  • Relaxing Retreats
  • Photography

Destinations

Activities

  • Culture
  • History
  • Homestays & Cultural Immersion
  • Nature
  • Photography
  • Relaxing Retreat

Trip includes

    • Entrance fees for the scenic spots as listed in the itinerary
    • Accommodation with daily breakfast
    • Private transfers and guide for sightseeing as listed in the itinerary

Itinerary

Day 1 Arrival - Cochi
Overnight: Cochi 
Upon arrival in Cochin, the representative will meet you with a warm welcoming smile and escort you to the hotel for check-in. Later, you will get a brief introduction to your following tour. The rest of the day is free for you to rest and recover from jet lag.

Day 2 Cochi
Overnight: Cochi 
Meal: Breakfast 
Today, start with a tour of Fort Cochin. This is part of a handful of water-bound regions toward the southwest of mainland Cochi and collectively known as Old Cochi or West Cochi. Stroll along the quaint narrow lanes to visit...
Day 3 Cochi - Munnar
Overnight: Munnar 
Meal: Breakfast
After breakfast at the hotel, you will be transferred to Munnar, a town and hill station located in the Idukki district of the southwestern Indian state of Kerala. Upon arrival, check into the hotel and the rest of the day is free for you to have a rest or go out to enjoy the natural beauty.

Day 4 Munnar
Overnight: Munnar 
Meal: Breakfast 
After breakfast at the hotel, you will spend a full day exploring idyllic Munnar. Pay a visit to the sprawling tea plantations, and then take an adventure in pristine valleys and mountains. Enjoy the landscape and smell of exotic species of flora and fauna.

Day 5 Munnar - Periyar
Overnight: Periyar 
Meal: Breakfast 
After breakfast, head to Periyar Tiger Reserve, a huge place with great scenic charm and rich biodiversity. Upon arrival, check-in at the hotel. After that, you will have some leisure time to walk around one of the spice pl...
Day 6 Periyar - Alleppey
Overnight: Alleppey 
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner 
After breakfast, drive to Alleppey, where you will embark on your houseboat to enjoy a relaxing overnight cruise along the serene backwater of Kerala. You can get close to not only the natural beauty but al...
Day 7 Alleppey - Kovalam
Overnight: Kovalam 
Meal: Breakfast
After breakfast, disembark at Alleppey and then drive to Kovalam. Upon arrival, check-in at the hotel. The rest of the day is free for you to rest or enjoy the time on your own.

Day 8 Kovalam
Overnight: Kovalam
Meal: Breakfast
Enjoy leisure time on the beach or a wealth of optional activities, such as special cultural programs and catamaran cruising.

Day 9 Kovalam
Overnight: Kovalam 
Meal: Breakfast 
Today is free for you to have a rest at the hotel or go out to enjoy the beach.

Day 10 Kovalam - Trivandrum, Departure
Meal: Breakfast 
Today is at leisure until the representative escorts you to the airport in Trivandrum for your flight back home.

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Dates & Availability

Price From $1,859
Price per day$186
Last Updated: 2/19/2025

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Logistics

What's excluded

    • International flight arrival in Cochin or departure from Trivandrum
    • Visa Application & Visa Fee
    • Payment Transaction Fee
    • Gratuities to the guides and drivers
    • Travel Insurance
    • Personal Expenses or any other item not listed in the itinerary
    • Excess Baggage Charge for flight
    • Optional Activities either recommended by tour guides or out of your own interests

Accommodation

  • Cochi: Crowne Plaza Kochi (New City) or similar
  • Munnar: Fragrant Nature Munnar or similar
  • Periyar: Greenwoods Resort or similar
  • Alleppey: Lakes and Lagoons (Lake Royale Premium) Houseboat or similar
  • Kovalam: Uday Samudra Leisure Beach Hotel & Spa or similar
Note: is shared in double/twin room. Single supplement applies."

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Meals Included
9 breakfasts, 1 lunch, 1 dinner
Age Requirements
No age restrictions
Additional Information
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Trip ID
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