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Kerala Backwater and Beach

Duration: 10 days
Destination: India, Kerala, Kochi
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  • 10 days
  • Kochi
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Overview

Explore the serene beauty of Kerala with our "Kerala Backwater and Beach" private tour. This 10-day itinerary covers the cities of Cochin, Munnar, Thekkady, Alleppey, and Kovalam. Immerse yourself in the lush tea plantations of Munnar, cruise through the serene backwaters of Alleppey, and relax on the beaches of Kovalam. Experience the diverse culture and heritage of Kerala with visits to temples, museums, and spice plantations. This tour offers a perfect blend of adventure and relaxation in one of India's most beautiful states.

Itinerary

Day 1: Arrive Cochin

Pass By: Kochi (Cochin), Kochi (Cochin), Ernakulam District, Kerala
On arrival at Cochin airport assistance and transfer to hotel. (Hotels check in time 1200hrs afternoon early check in subject to rooms availability, confirm early check in can be pre-booked at additional cost)

In the evening, enjoy the Kathakali Dance, one of India's most famous Classical dances with lavish costumes, exotic makeup & Masks intensifying the beauty of the dancer’s intricate moments.


No meals included on this day.
Accommodation included: Overnight at hotel.

Day 2: Kochi – Munnar (140kms/ 3hrs approx)

Stop At: Fort Kochi, Fort Kochi, Kochi (Cochin), Ernakulam District, Kerala
Breakfast at hotel, city tour of the Cochin. Visit Fort Cochin famous for Chinese fishing nets, scenic beaches and architectural style of ancient buildings. At St. Frances Church see the town of Vasco da Gama. The Jewish Synagogue, built in 1568 in the old part of Mattancherry Town, one of the oldest lively synagogues. Mattancherry "Dutch" Palace which has an incomparable collection of huge Kerala Temple murals, exhibits & portraits. You may also visit the famous Hill Palace Museum, the largest archaeological and heritage museum in Kerala. Bolgatty Palace the oldest living Dutch palaces outside Holland, now converted into a heritage hotel. Willingdon Island a man-made island created in 1933 with wonderful walkways and jetty’s.
Duration: 4 hours

Stop At: Munnar, Munnar, Idukki District, Kerala
Afternoon drive to Munnar, check in at hotel. During the British rule in India, Munnar was the summer resort of the Government officials. The natural beauty, calmness and mild cold climate throughout the year make it the favorite tourist places. The tea estates, hills, lakes and forests inside Munnar range expose its beauty.
Duration: 4 hours

Meals included:

Accommodation included: Overnight at hotel.

Day 3: Munnar

Stop At: Munnar, Munnar, Idukki District, Kerala
After breakfast, visit to Pothamedu which offers an excellent view of the tea, coffee and cardamom plantations in Munnar. The rolling hills, the lush mountain and the breathtaking scenery here is ideal for trekking and long mountain walks. Mattupetty dam and its reservoir, this concrete gravity dam is built between the hill ranges and it is used mainly for water storage for hydroelectric projects. Eravikulam National Park, The Nilgiri Tahr can be observed at close quarters here. This park established to protect the Nilgiri Tahr (Nilgiri Ibex) is breathtakingly beautiful and is easily comparable to the best mountain ranges found anywhere in the world. Mattupedi Dairy Farm, famous for the Indo-Swiss Farm, this is a highly specialized dairy farm which comes under Indo-Swiss Livestock Project. Echo Point, go there and scream as loud as you can and wait for a minute. You can hear your echo back!
Duration: 8 hours

Meals included:

Accommodation included: Overnight at hotel.

Day 4: Munnar - Periyar (Thekkady) (110kms/ 2hrs approx.)

Stop At: Ramakkalmedu, Ramakkalmedu, Idukki District, Kerala
Breakfast at hotel drive to Thekkady enroute stop at Ramakkalmedu. The place gets its name from the impressions of the feet found on the rock surface here, which is believed to be of Rama, the incarnation of Lord Vishnu, as told in the Indian epic Ramayana. Ramakkalmedu is noted for its hills and also for the panoramic and picturesque views of villages in the neighbouring state of Tamil Nadu, which is towards the eastern side of the Western Ghats. A noticeably tall, pillar-like rocky structure, about 300 m high and facing east is another attraction here. It is one of the windiest places in Asia and being so, one can also find here a wind farm generating electricity, which is an undertaking of the Government of Kerala. Other attractions in-and-around Ramakkalmedu include places like Frog Rock, Turtle Rock and the highest twin-statue in Kerala; called Kuravan and Kurathi.

Duration: 2 hours

Stop At: Thekkady, Thekkady, Idukki District, Kerala
Continue drive to Thekkady check in at hotel. Afterwards take a spice plantation tour to see crops of cardamom, cinnamon, pepper, coffee, tea estates etc. You could stop at the local market and pick up some fragrant spices. Rest time free and easy to relax.
Duration: 2 hours

Meals included:

Accommodation included: Overnight at hotel.

Day 5: Periyar (Thekkady)

Stop At: Periyar Tiger Reserve forest, Periyar Tiger Reserve Forest, Thekkady India
Breakfast at hotel. Visit the Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary on a boat. Nestled between the Cheruthoni and Periyar rivers Wildlife Sanctuary is blessed with the most diverse flora and fauna. The sanctuary has a gorgeous lake that is perfect for romantic boat rides. The tropical evergreen and deciduous forests teeming with elephants, bison, sambar deer, wild dogs, jungle cats, tiger and wild boar along with various species of snake including cobras, vipers, kraits and many non-poisonous snakes is a wildlife lover’s dream. A variety of birds such as grey jungle fowl, Malabar grey hornbill, woodpeckers and bulbuls also have found a home in this sanctuary.
Duration: 5 hours

Stop At: Thekkady, Thekkady, Idukki District, Kerala
Afterwards take a spice plantation tour to see crops of cardamom, cinnamon, pepper, coffee, tea estates etc. You could stop at the local market and pick up some fragrant spices.
Duration: 2 hours

Meals included:

Accommodation included: Overnight at hotel.

Day 6: Thekaddy – Alleppey (135kms/ 3hrs approx)

Stop At: Alleppey Backwaters, Alappuzha India
Breakfast at hotel drive to Alleppey. Board a houseboat from boat jetty here and sail through the tropical countryside enchanting backwaters. While sailing enjoy palm fringed narrow canals winding through the vast expanse of paddy fields and the neat tiny hamlets lined up along either side of the canals, the panoramic sights one can never forget. The Chinese fishing nets the reminiscent of our past trade links are also found on the way. Flocks of duck swimming around the banks and tiny birds flying across the sky remains as enduring pictures reflecting the charm of this tourist land, you also enjoy fishing from the houseboats, evening enjoy sunset from the sun-deck of the houseboats. The Houseboats have generated electricity, sitting cum dining area, separate bedroom with attached English toilets, sun deck and fully loaded kitchen with a Chef, and Driver. Lunch, Dinner and overnight in houseboat.
Duration: 5 hours

Meals included:



Accommodation included: Houseboat stay.

Day 7: Alleppey – Kovalam (200kms/ 4hrs approx)

Pass By: Kovalam, Kerala, India
After breakfast disembark houseboat and drive to Kovalam check in at hotel. Rest time free and easy for personal activities relax on the beach.

Meals included:

Accommodation included: Overnight at hotel.

Day 8: Kovalam

Stop At: Thiruvananthapuram (Trivandrum), Thiruvananthapuram (Trivandrum), Thiruvananthapuram District, Kerala
Breakfast at hotel, city tour of Trivandrum. Visit Sree Padmanabhaswamy Temple the guardian deity of the city. The Maharaja of Travancore till date pays homage at the Padmanabhan Swamy Temple that enshrines the image of Lord Vishnu reclining under the hood of "Anantha" the great serpent. Also visit Attukal Temple a Hindu religious shrine. The city has a rich tradition of nurturing art and culture since ancient times, witness same by visiting Napier Museum, Kuthira Malika & Sri Chitra Art Gallery. Drive thru famous beaches which include Shankumugham Beach, Kovalam Beach, Vizhinjam lighthouse & Light House Beach Road.

Duration: 8 hours

Meals included:

Accommodation included: Overnight at hotel.

Day 9: Kovalam

Pass By: Kovalam Beach, Kovalam India
Breakfast at hotel day free and easy for personal activities & relax on the beach.(Transport not included this day)



Meals included:

Accommodation included: Overnight at hotel.

Day 10: Kovalam - Departure

Pass By: Kovalam, Kovalam, Thiruvananthapuram District, Kerala
Breakfast at hotel as per flight schedule transfer to airport to board flight for onward destination.

Meals included:

No accommodation included on this day.

Inclusions
  • Assistance on arrival at the airport.
  • 9 Nights' accommodation (if option selected) in selected price category hotels.
  • Private AC car/van for airport transfers, sightseeing, and excursions as per the program.
  • English speaking tour guide on sightseeing days (local guide in each city), as per the program
  • Monument entrances and activity charges mentioned in the itinerary.
  • Bottled drinking water in the car.
  • Government taxes.
  • 9x Breakfast
  • Accommodation included: 9 nights
  • 1x Dinner
  • 1x Lunch
  • Entry/Admission - Periyar Tiger Reserve forest
  • Entry/Admission - Alleppey Backwaters

Exclusions
  • Any flight ticket.
  • Camera charges at monuments if any.
  • Meals other than mentioned in inclusions.
  • Expenses of personal nature like liquor, laundry, tips, telephone, fax, internet, etc.
  • Gratuities and optional activities.
  • Anything not mentioned in the inclusions.
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Near public transportation
  • Infants must sit on laps
  • Infant seats available
  • Most travelers can participate
  • This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
  • This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking, unless booked within 3 days of travel. In this case confirmation will be received within 48 hours, subject to availability
Departure Point

Traveler pickup is offered
As per flight schedule arrival transfer from airport to hotels. We can also provide pick up from any hotels or port in Cochin.

Airports

  • Kochi Airport, Kochi (Cochin) India


Departure Time


Confirm time with the local provider in advance of your experience.
Tour Price Without Hotels
3/28/2023 - 3/23/2025

Monday - Sunday : 06:00 AM - 04:00 PM
Price using 5 star hotels
9/16/2023 - 4/30/2024
Monday - Sunday : 06:00 AM - 04:00 PM
5/1/2024 - 9/20/2024
Monday - Sunday : 06:00 AM - 04:00 PM
9/21/2024 - 4/30/2025
Monday - Sunday : 06:00 AM - 04:00 PM
Price using 4 star hotels
9/16/2023 - 4/30/2024
Monday - Sunday : 06:00 AM - 04:00 PM
5/1/2024 - 9/20/2024
Monday - Sunday : 06:00 AM - 04:00 PM
9/21/2024 - 4/30/2025
Monday - Sunday : 06:00 AM - 04:00 PM
Price using 3 star hotels
9/16/2023 - 4/30/2024
Monday - Sunday : 06:00 AM - 04:00 PM
5/1/2024 - 9/20/2024
Monday - Sunday : 06:00 AM - 04:00 PM
9/21/2024 - 9/30/2025
Monday - Sunday : 06:00 AM - 04:00 PM

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You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.

Duration

10 days


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