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Magical Kerala: Stunning Palm Beaches, Tea, Spices and Backwaters 9 days/8 nights

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Cochin - Munnar - Thekkady - Houseboat - Alleppey Resort

Trip Overview

During this trip you will see ancient temples and picturesque palm estates, where you will be fascinated by the fragrance of spices and Tea plantation. On the houseboat, drive past pristine palm fringed landscapes, rice fields and small villages. It becomes clear why Kerala is called "God's own country."

Perfect for:

Beautiful landscapes, tranquil lakes, natural tea and spice plantations relaxation.

Highlights :
  • Relaxing houseboat tour of the backwaters with overnight stay in the houseboat
  • Exciting experiences in the Periyar National Park and visit a tea plantation and a spice garden

Day 01 :Flight to Cochin

On arrival you will be received by a representative at the airport and transferred to your hotel. The rest of the day is at leisure. Overnight in a hotel in Cochin Namaste and Welcome in India

Day 02 :Cochin

After breakfast city tour of Cochin: "The Pearl of the Arabian Sea”. In the old town, you will see Fort Kochin, Mattancherry Palace, Jewish Synagogue, the famous Chinese fishing nets, St. Francis Church with the tomb of Vasco da Gama and much more. Stroll through the colorful spices and antiques markets. In the evening you have the opportunity to attend a Kathakali performance.

Day 03 :Cochin-Munnar (ca.155 km)

Today we drive to Munnar. Munnar is a quiet hill station in the highlands of the Nilgiri Mountains. The area is known for its dense forests, nature reserves, coffee, tea and spice plantations. In the herb garden, you will find all the products that make up the reputation of the Orient: pistachios, pepper, cardamom and cinnamon. Munnar is richly inhabited by wild animals such as elephants. Overnight in the hotel.

Day 04 :Munnar

Today you can decide whether you want to take a walk through the tea plantations or visit a tea factory or even both.

Day 05 :Munnar -Thekkaddy / Periyar (110 km.)

After breakfast drive to Periyar. Enroute you will see the Tea plantation. Periyar is known for its spice market, there are many spice plantations along with the Periyar Lake and nature reserves. The rest of the day is at leisure. Overnight at hotel.

Day 06 :Thekkaddy-Alleppy (about 160 km.)

Morning boat ride on the Periyar Lake. From here the wildlife in the nature reserve can be observed very well. Afterwards drive to Alleppey. There you board your houseboat. During the Backwater tour drive past coconut trees and paddy fields and gain a deep insight into the lives of the locals, which seems to have not changed for hundreds of years. Overnight in houseboat with all meals.

Day 07 :Alleppey

After breakfast, disembark the houseboat and drive to Backwater Resort. Here you can linger on the luxury of the cruise and relax by the pool and / or with an Ayurvedic massage. Overnight in a Backwater Resort Hotel.

Day 08 :Alleppey

The day is at leisure. You can laze around, enjoy good food and drink, ayurvedic massages or take a stroll through the streets of Alleppey. Overnight in a Backwater Resort Hotel.

Day 09 :Alleppey-Cochin (about 65 km.)

After breakfast drive to Cochin. There you will be transferred to your hotel near the airport. Depending on your departure time, farewell dinner and / or transfer to the airport.

An individual extension program can be booked. Prices and information on request.

Inclusive services per person
  • Tour and Transfer in air-conditioned bus (minibus) / car with driver
  • 8 nights in 3-5 star hotels / resorts
  • Accommodation in a double or single room with bath or shower / WC, telephone and air conditioning
  • Daily. Breakfast
  • Extra: Farewell Dinner in Cochin
  • Visit to an Indian family to get to know up close to the daily lives of Indians
  • City tours, sightseeing and entrance fees as described
  • Boat cruise on the Periyar Lake
  • houseboat overnight trip on the backwaters and full board
  • Visit of tea and spice plantations.
  • Qualified English-speaking guide throughout the tour / in any place
Important

If the mentioned hotels are fully booked then accommodation in a equivalent Hotel is guaranteed. The advertised hotel classifications are based on the official classification.

Exclusions
  • International Flights
  • Video camera charges or camera ticket at various places of sightseeing.
  • Expenses caused by factors beyond our control like roadblocks, vehicle mal-functioning, political disturbances etc.
  • Any Expenses of personal nature such as portage at hotels, tips, insurance, mineral water, telephone charges, meals (except those mentioned) all items of personal nature.
  • Any insurance, emergency evacuation charges or any refund for the same reason.
  • Any other item not specified in the “inclusions”
Note :
  • Cost is subject to change according to the number of persons and time of the year.
  • Accompanying Travelling Tour guide for a group more than 4 persons will be additional.
  • Program can be modified according to the requirement of the guests, and cost may vary accordingly.

Please contact us at shivohamdestinations@gmail.com for more details and prices.