JOURNEY THROUGH KERALA: Backwaters and Beyond
DAY 1: COCHIN
Arrival in Cochin. Here, you will be assisted by our representative and drive Straight Away to Munnar - derived its name from the confluence of the three rivers around which the town grew. Today, it offers beautiful vistas, cardamom and spice plantations, aromatic oil factories, sights of several endangered species. Upon arrival, check-in at the hotel and spend evening at leisure. Overnight stay at the hotel.
Enjoy your overnight stay at the hotel
DAY 2: MUNNAR
After breakfast, visit Top Station got its name from the fact that it was the uppermost railway station, located in the Kundala Valley. This destination is popular for many reasons, however, the famous Neelakurinji flowers (Strobilanthus), which bloom once in twelve years, makes this place special among tourists.
Other things that make this a place worth visiting are its amazing tea plantation, serene valleys, enchanting waterfalls, and exotic forest life. Later, proceed towards Tea Museum (closed on Monday), which gives an insight to the history of tea plantations of this region. Later visit Mattupetty Dam, Eco Point and Flower Garden. Return to the hotel for overnight stay.
Enjoy your overnight stay in Munnar
DAY 3: MUNNAR
After breakfast, drive to Thekkady (Periyar) and on arrival check-in at the hotel. Later, enjoy a half day sightseeing tour of Periyar. Set high in the ranges of the Western Ghats in Kerala, is the Periyar National Park and Tiger Reserve. Periyar wildlife sanctuary has a picturesque lake at the heart of the sanctuary. Herds of playful wild elephants have made Periyar Lake their favorite haunt for frolicking in the water. They can be witnessed bathing and swimming here. Enjoy a boat ride on the lake to view the wildlife at close quarters. Other inhabitants of Periyar include the leopard, wild dog, barking deer, mouse deer, Nilgiri langur, bonnet macaque, sambhar, porcupines, squirrels, gaur (Indian bison), wild boar and sloth bear. Later, take a spice plantation tour. The aroma and pleasant ambiance of the spice and tea plantations of Periyar are fascinating. Spices found in Thekkady include pepper, clove, cardamom, nutmeg, ginger, turmeric, vanilla and curry leaves. In evening, watch traditional Kalari show. (Optional) - You can also enjoy an elephant ride in Periyar. Return to hotel & overnight stay.
DAY 4: ALLEPPEY
After breakfast, drive to Alleppey and board your houseboat on arrival. Alleppey, "Venice of the East" has a large network of backwater canals that meander through the town, surrounding villages and Vembanad Lake. Cruise through the beautiful and scenic backwaters of Kerela, while you stay in houseboat. Overnight stay on houseboat.
DAY 5: COCHIN
After breakfast, drive to Cochin. Upon arrival check in at hotel. Later meet with your Guide for the visit of Cochin City, Fishing Nets, Mattancherry Palace & Jewish Synagogue.
DAY 6:DEPARTURE
After breakfast, you will be dropped at the airport in Cochin to board you onward flight.
KOVALAM EXTENSION TRIP
DAY 5:KOVALAM
After breakfast, drive towards south of Kerala, Kovalam- located close to the state capital Trivandrum, it is internationally famed for its palm-fringed beaches and rejuvenating centers. This coastal town initially came to notice with the construction of Halcyon Castle by the last Maharani of Travancore - Sethu Lakshmi Bayi. With the arrival of hippies in 1970s, the place gained recognition as a tourist destination and is today renowned for its 17 km-long coastlines, which is formed by three beautiful beaches - Lighthouse, Hawah and Samudra. Upon arrival, check-in at hotel. Overnight in Kovalam.
DAY 6: (DATE) | (Day) | KOVALAM
Day at leisure. Overnight in Kovalam.
DAY 7: (DATE) | (Day) | DEPARTURE
After breakfast, you will be dropped at the airport in Trivandrum to board you onward flight.
INCLUSIONS
Accommodation for 06 Nights at given hotels or similar on Twin Sharing CP basis (Room + B/fast)
Accommodation for 01 Night at given houseboat on Twin Sharing AP basis (Room + All Meals) in Alleppey
All Currently applicable Taxes on given Accommodation & included Meals as per given program
All transfers, visits and sightseeing by 01 A/C Vehicle (2 Pax - Sedan, 4 Pax - Innova & 6 Pax - Tempo).
Services of Guest Friendly driver + Fuel Charges + Parking + State & Toll Taxes for private & exclusive Car
Services of English-Speaking Local Guide during Visits & Sightseeing at Major Cities, as given in program
Monument Entrance Fees (for one Visit) during sightseeing’s & visits at major cities as per program
02 Bottles of Mineral Water (500 ML) Per Person Per Day (During Car Service Days), as per Itinerary
Hiking in Munnar, Boatride + Spice Farm Visit + Kalari Show in Thekkady (Periyar)
Representative for assistance upon arrival and departure at major cities.
24/7 assistance by "Tamarind Global" support team.
Mandatory Government Taxes
EXCLUSIONS
Any International / Domestic airfare
Any Travel insurance OR Visa Charges
Any meal other than Breakfast - unless specified
Any services or optional activity cost other than those included in the inclusions List.
Any Supplement Cost for festival period, long weekend, peak season or blackout dates.
Any camera Charges - Still or Video or any other expanses which are not mentioned in above inclusion list.
Any Expenses of personal nature like Staff Tips, Laundry, calls, table drinks, excess baggage charges etc.
Unforeseen expenses for evacuations / trans-shipment that demand changes in the itinerary like natural Calamity, Weather changes, road blockages, flight/train cancellations OR any medical emergency / evacuations.