8 days in India
Discover the best of Kerala, where lush hills, tranquil backwaters, golden beaches, and cascading waterfalls create a perfect holiday escape. Experience the regionโs rich wildlife, vibrant culture, historic landmarks, and spiritual heritage for an unforgettable journey through Godโs Own Country.
Day-wise itinerary
Arrive at Cochin Airport or Railway Station and transfer to hotel
Explore by own- local markets featuring antiques, fabrics, handicrafts, and jewellery
In the evening, enjoy a relaxing visit to Marine Drive.
Overnight at Cochin
After breakfast, drive to Munnar, enjoying scenic mountain roads, lush landscapes, and enroute visits to Cheeyappara and Valara Waterfalls. Admire the beautiful tea plantations and misty hills before checking in to your hotel. Relax and enjoy the peaceful atmosphere of this charming hill station. Overnight stay in Munnar.
After breakfast, proceed for a full day sightseeing tour of Munnar.
Visit Mattupetty Dam, Kundala Dam and Eco Point: Famous for its natural echo phenomenon and breathtaking landscapes.
Drive through scenic tea plantations and picturesque valleys.
Visit the Tea Museum to learn about Munnarโs tea heritage and production process.
Overnight stay in Munnar.
After breakfast, check out and drive to Thekkady, renowned for its wildlife and spice plantations. Check in to your hotel and enjoy a guided spice plantation tour featuring tea, coffee, pepper, and cardamom. Experience a scenic boat ride on Periyar Lake, with opportunities to spot wildlife and exotic birds. Explore the local spice market before returning to the hotel.
Overnight stay in Thekkady.
After breakfast, check out and drive to Kovalam, a beautiful beach destination in Kerala. Check in to your hotel and enjoy leisure time at the beach with activities such as swimming, surfing, kayaking, or beach walks. You may also opt for an Ayurvedic massage at an additional cost.
Overnight stay in Kovalam.
After breakfast, proceed for a sightseeing tour of Trivandrum, including the famous Padmanabhaswamy Temple, renowned for its magnificent architecture and cultural heritage. Explore the cityโs attractions and local highlights before returning to Kovalam.
Overnight stay in Kovalam.
Check out after breakfast and drive to Alleppey.
Check in at the hotel.
Spend time enjoying the backwater surroundings.
Overnight stay in Alappuzha.
Transfer to Trivandrum Airport or Railway Station for departure.
Check out after breakfast.
Inclusions
| Type | Details |
|---|---|
| Accommodation in Double / Twin Room | |
| Meal Plan โ Daily buffet breakfast at all the hotels. | |
| Representative for assistance on arrival and departure transfers. | |
| All transfers, city tours and transport services by air conditioned All India Tourist permit vehicle as per the above itinerary. | |
| Road taxes, parking fee, fuel charges, interstate taxes. |
Exclusions
| Type | Details |
|---|---|
| Air/ train fare | |
| MONUMENTS Entrance Fee. | |
| Air/ train fare MONUMENTS Entrance Fee. | |
| Elephant Ride & Jeep Ride at Amber Fort in Jaipu | |
| Anything which is not mentioned under โINCLUDESโ header. | |
| Optional Tours which is not mentioned in the itinerary. | |
| Expense of personal nature like tipping, laundry, telephone / fax calls, alcoholic beverages, camera/video camera fee at monuments, medical expenses, airport departure tax etc. Any other services not mentioned in the inclusions. | |
| International or Domestic airfare / Train Fare | |
| Any expenses caused by reasons beyond our control such as road blocks, accidents & any medical evacuations. Any train delays, or re-scheduling etc. Any Visa fees, insurance fees, etc. Any tips to hotel staff, local guides, drivers etc. Any meals apart from the ones mentioned above. Any expenses apart from the ones above. | |
| 5 % GST |
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