Duration : 10 Nights / 11 Days
Destination Covered : Kochi, Kovalam, Thekkady, Alleppey, Munnar, Poovar, Santa Cruz Basilica, Jewish Synagogue, Mattancherry Palace, Kathakali, Dutch Palace
Tour Activities : House Boat, Boat Safari, Beaches Sightseeing, Day Spas, Museums, Sightseeing
Tour Themes : Wildlife, Hill Stations & Valleys, Religious & Pilgrimage, Culture & Heritage, Beaches and Islands
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Kochi, Kovalam and Thekkady Tour Overview
“Every journey is in itself a pilgrimage. Because wherever you go, you see what God created.”
– An ancient Chinese proverb.
When you find yourself in the Kerala backwater region of southern India, you’ll be astounded by how perfectly the scenery reflects the spirit of God’s Own Country. It’s not without reason that Kerala is known as‘God’s own country’. A paradise, nestled between the Western Ghats and the overwhelmingly beautiful Arabian Sea and Indian Ocean, This Kerala tour package offers a little bit of everything India has to offer.
“Right from the pristine beaches full of colourful and rich culture to delectable cuisines for you to savour, this is one holiday you must make to not just experience but rejuvenate yourself.” – Lonely Planet, India 2011.
This incredible 10 days Kerala tour package begins with return international flights from the UK, taking the hassle out of your travel planning. You’ll enjoy a two-night stay in the vibrant city of Kochi, giving you ample time to explore the rich culture and attractions of Kerala’s dynamic city. From there, you’ll head to the serene tea fields of Munnar for a two-night stay in a Superior Tea View Room. In Munnar, you’ll take a tour of the Tea and Spice Plantation, complete with tea tasting, and visit a tea museum. Then, Next, it’s on to Thekkady, where you’ll stay for two nights with access to the lush Periyar Sanctuary. Nestled near the Kerala backwaters, this region offers the chance to experience wildlife up close on a bamboo raft or motor boat.
The trip continues with a unique night aboard an air-conditioned houseboat, where you’ll be treated to all three meals, including a complimentary bottle of wine. You will experience the local culture by attending performances of Kathakali dances and Kalaripayattu martial arts in Munnar. Afterwards, you’ll head to the picturesque town of Poovar for a rejuvenating three-night stay. While there, pamper yourself with a full-body massage and keep yourself fit with an hour of trekking.Throughout the journey, your sightseeing and transfers will be handled by a private air-conditioned sedan car, driven by an English-speaking chauffeur. An English-speaking local guide will be available for certain excursions to ensure you don’t miss any details. Entrance fees for monuments and sightseeing places are covered as part of the package. During your hotel stays, breakfast and dinner are included, and you’ll receive one mineral water bottle per person each day to keep you refreshed. Attractions such as Fort Kochi Beach, Chinese fishing nets, Mattancherry Palace, and the Jewish Synagogue are also included in this immersive itinerary.
And when you can enjoy a 10 days Kerala tour package with all of this included for as little as £1475 per person, almost half the usual cost, you surely need no reason to pack your bags and find yourself on the ultimate holiday.
Highlights
Traverse green tea plantations, in this remarkable tour
Stay in some of India’s most opulent hotels filled with treasures
Unlock Kochi’s history by embarking on our sightseeing tour
Get hands on culinary experience in a TV chef’s kitchen
Delight in a sumptuous lunch with a local Keralan family
Wonderful scenic drive to the beautiful hill station of Munnar
Visit a tea plantation to learn about the history of the “cuppa”
Relish the ambience of the Kathakali & martial arts in Thekkady
Set out in Agatha Christie style on a house boat from Alleppey
Swing lazily in your hammock in the gentle sea breeze on the beach
Please note these are destination highlights and not necessarily included in the package.
Kochi, Kovalam and Thekkady Tour Itinerary
Kochi is the magnificent entry to Kerala and has been featured in National Geographic Travellers “50 greatest places of a lifetime.” Spread over several islands and historically rich in culture with booming industries, the city is a fantastic beginning to exploring the vivacious diversity of Kerala.
Intriguingly, the only traces of China’s influence are the gigantic nets, ‘cheenavalas’ from 1350. According to Diplomat Ma Haun, “The fishermen are tourist-friendly and will happily let you join them.” And his observation still rings true today. You will learn about their very unusual fishing method, operated from the shore. In the afternoon, experience your very own pièce de résistance with a cooking class from a renowned local TV personality. At lunch, enjoy the flavours of Keralite cooking.
At a height of 1,500 metres, set amidst mountains once known as the High Range of Travancore, Munnar is a bustling hub of tea plantations. Prepare to be captivated by its dense carpet of tea, sprinkled with Acacias and Red Gum trees, and delighted by its freshly brewed cuppas.
Enrote to Munnar take a break for Spice Plantation tour – Munnar is the heaven of spices and this spice tour will leave your senses tingling with joy. Wander in the captivating farms and witness the plantation of spices like black pepper, cardamom, ginger, curcuma, cinnamon, etc.
Next up is the Tea Museum’s photographs and machinery during the revolution of the industry, which includes the original tea roller, the ‘Rotovane,’ and the ‘Pelton Wheel’. Today you will also experience the Kathakali & Martial Arts show.
First up is the Kathakali, a mixture of art, music, dance and drama, with majestic costumes, elaborate makeup, and mythological stories. Kalaripayattu is the oldest form of martial arts, with elaborate movements and the sounds of slashing swords. Return to the hotel.
Tourists rush from all over the country to experience the exotic wildlife at the Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary which is amidst dense forests and make way for thrilling mountain walks. Experience boating in the lake where you can spot many more interesting species of animals as you admire the beauty called Thekkady.
After spending quality time with nature, head to the Tribal Heritage Museum which features different types of artifacts displaying the culture, dressing, rituals, etc. of the Mannan settlement. You can also check out the spice market in the Kumily Village and pick fresh aromatic cinnamon, cloves, nutmeg and mace from the market.
You can explore the cardamom and tea plantations which surround the entire place. Later head to Alleppey and experience the memorable cruise through the iconic backwaters of Kerala. Alleppey is the most popular backwater cruising destination in Kerala and is termed as “Venice of the East”. Kerala claims its title as ‘God’s Own Country’ due to its captivating charm and wonder.
Your comfortable and luxurious house boat will take you through paddy fields and lined up coconut trees. Indulge in some traditional Kerala cuisines served on board made with various tasty spices and flavours.
Marvel the Chinese fishing nets, ancient temples, rustic buildings, paddy fields and swaying coconut trees along the coastline. Having experienced an overnight stay in a houseboat, you have lived a perfect vacation in Kerala.
Ever imagined ending your holiday on an island paradise of your own? Here in Poovar that is exactly what you will find. This nirvana is tipped as one of the ‘50 must visit’ places in India by ‘National Geographic Traveler’, with its coconut trees and endless golden sands. Shrouded in pristine Kerala backwaters, flanked by the Arabian Sea on the East and the enchanting towering Ghats to the West, along with a heavenly beach, Poovar Island is your very own Indian Idyll. How about reclining on the gorgeous nearby beach, swimming in translucent waters or simply unwinding with a relaxing body massage? Your perfect end to India!.
A complimentary hour long boat can be organised at Poovar Lake, where you can find golden sandy beaches meeting the estuaries and mangroves.
More Details about Kochi, Kovalam and Thekkady Tour
Inclusions
- Hotel
- Sightseeing
- We take care of travel with Return International Flights from the UK
- Two-Night Stay in Kochi with the opportunity to explore Kerala’s dynamic city
- Two-Night Stay in Munnar in a Superior Tea View Room
- Enjoy tour of the Tea and Spice Plantation (w/ tea tasting) in Munnar
- Visit to tea museum in Munnar
- Two-Night Stay in Thekkady, the gateway into the Periyar Sanctuary
- Your visit includes the unforgettable opportunity to see wildlife from a Motor boat
- Discover the Dances of the Kathakali and Martial Arts of the Kalaripayattu in Munnar
- Set out in Agatha Christie style on an air-conditioned Houseboat for One-Night
- Be Wined and Dined On Board with All Three Meals and One Free Bottle of Wine
- Three-Night stay in Poovar
- Relax yourself with a full body massage in Poovar
- Visit Fort Kochi Beach,Chinese fishing nets , Mattancherry Palace and Jewish Synagoge
- Keep your mind, body and soul healthy with an hour trekking
- Sightseeing & Transfers by a Private Air Conditioned Sedan Car
- For certain excursions, the services of an English speaking local guide will be available
- English Speaking Chauffeur throughout the trip and during selected excursions
- Applicable entrances fee for monuments and sightseeing places
- Breakfast and Dinner included with each hotel stay
- Quench your thirst with a one mineral water bottle per person each day.
Payments Terms
- * 20% Advance Percentage of total booking amount
Other Information
- You will need to arrange a visa, the easiest is to apply for a tourist e-visa – our link is to the official Government site:
- We recommend that you buy a travel Insurance as any costs incurred due to mishaps, strikes, political unrest etc. are not included and will be passenger’s responsibility.
- The package is non-refundable for any inclusion items not used/taken
- Bamboo Rafting inside Periyar wildlife sanctuary is subject to availability.
- Jewish Synagogue & Dutch Palace will be closed on Fridays and Saturdays (Day 2).
- Rajamalai National Park is closed from 15th January till 1st April every year, so in that period on the way to Munnar we will give a complimentary visit to Thattekad Bird Sanctuary which is also know as Salim Ali bird sanctuary or travellers can visit Top Station in Munnar on Day 4.
- Travellers are requested to carry documents at the time of checking out from each hotel.
Cancellation & Refund Policy
- * Upon cancellation, refund will be made after deducting the Retention Amount.
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