Captivating Kerala

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Captivating Kerala
Captivating Kerala
Captivating Kerala
Fully Guided Small Group Scenic
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 Trip Length
8 Days
 Trip Starts
Kochi
 Trip Finishes
Kochi
8 Day Captivating Kerala Itinerary (On The Go Tours)
Countries Explored: India
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Accommodation
3 - 4 Star
Max. Group Size
24
Guide Level
Fully Guided
Trip Code
CKE

Overview

Book online and enjoy exclusive savings on On The Go Tours 8 Day Captivating Kerala. Uncover the delights of tropical Kerala in India's deep south on this 8-day group tour. From Kochi visit the picturesque hill station of Munnar with its verdant tea plantations as well as Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary. Spend a night aboard a houseboat, gliding along the tranquil, palm fringed backwaters.

Itinerary

Welcome to India! You'll be met at the airport and transferred to our hotel for an afternoon at leisure.

Today we travel to the picturesque former hill station of Munnar, surrounded by sprawling tea plantations. We take a guided stroll through a local tea plantation and visit a local market, before the rest of the day is free to relax as you please. You may wish to visit nearby Blossom Park and enjoy cycling or boating in your stunning surroundings.

This evening we enjoy an included dinner and meet others joining our group who have been travelling on our longer South India Explorer itinerary. (B/D)

A drive south to Periyar, South India's most popular wildlife sanctuary and home to bison, antelopes, sambar, wild boar, birds and even the odd tiger! Kumily, close to the sanctuary and where we'll stay, is a pretty little town dotted with small spice and handicraft shops. There is plenty to do in and around Periyar, so we leave the choice to you for the remainder of the day.

On day 4 we will enjoy an included boat ride on Lake Periyar to spot herds of wild elephants, spending the remainder of the day at leisure to explore on own. You can opt for an optional visit to explore the spice plantation or enjoy a kalaripayattu dance performance Periyar. (Bx2)

Today we leave Periyar and take a scenic drive to Alleppey. Here we board our private rice boat for a voyage through the famous Kerala backwaters. Our rice-boat takes us sedately along the enchanting palm-fringed backwaters, covering a distance of some 20 kms, during which time the boat glides past local villages and fascinating scenes of everyday rural life. Watch a beautiful sunset over the backwaters and enjoy tasty meals (starting with lunch) prepared by the on-board chef using fresh local produce. (B/L/D)

On the morning of day 6 we disembark our rice boat and take a short drive to Kumarakom - a village spread over a cluster of islands on Lake Vembanad. The day is free to relax or explore Kumarakom at your leisure. Perhaps take a boat ride on the lake or visit the Kumarakom Bird Sanctuary. The sanctuary is home to many rare bird species and is an important stopover for migratory birds in the winter (Nov-May). (B)

Formerly a princely state, Kochi is also fondly referred to as “The Queen of the Arabian Sea”. The rest of the day is at leisure exploring Kochi on its own.

This evening you can opt for an optional tour to watch an entertaining and traditional Kathakali dance show. Kathakali performers are known for their elaborate costumes and makeup and they always put on a fantastic show. (B)

Our South India adventure comes to an end today with an included departure transfer to Kochi airport. (B)

Trip Inclusions

  • Kochi – Enjoy free time to explore the coastal city and perhaps enjoy a traditional Kathakali dance show
  • Kerala Backwaters – Cruise along the famous backwaters on a deluxe rice boat, past lush forests and local villages
  • Kumarakom – Relax on the shores of Lake Vembanad and opt to visit the local bird sanctuary
  • Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary - Spot herds of elephants from an included boat ride on Lake Periyar
  • Munnar – Stroll through a tea plantation on a guided walk and visit a local market

  • Breakfast daily, 1 lunch and 2 dinners
  • Boat ride on Lake Periyar
  • Houseboat cruise along the Keralan backwaters
  • Escorted by an English-speaking Indian tour guide (for groups of 4 or more)
  • Services of English-speaking Indian specialist guides at some sites
  • Airport arrival and departure transfer on days 1 and 8
  • All relevant transfers and transportation in private A/C vehicles

  • 6 nights 3-4 star and heritage hotels and 1 night deluxe houseboat
  • Trident Hotel Kochi (Kochi)
  • Eastend Munnar (Munnar)
  • The Elephant Court (Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary)
  • Deluxe Houseboat (Alleppey)
  • Eastend Lakesong (Kumarakom)

  • Excludes International flights and visa
  • Excludes Tip for your tour guide. We recommend you allow USD$4-7 per day, per traveller. Tipping your guide is an entirely personal gesture
  • Excludes Entrance Fees: USD$15-25pp, paid in local currency
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